When it comes to crime, some people rob and steal. While others choose the explosive route. Take the recent crime in Miramar, where a woman decided robbing a Publix was not thrilling enough. She wanted to go out with a bang... Maybe a boom.
According to NBC Miami, it all went down at the Publix on Miramar Parkway. Rebeca Navarro Rodriguez, came in, not for groceries, but for a bit of mischief like a comic book villain. Armed with nothing but a note and stupidity. She hands over a piece of paper to an unsuspecting Publix employee. What's on the note, you ask? Oh, just a friendly request for cash, or else she'd turn the supermarket into a grand explosion.
Now, I'm no expert in negotiation tactics, but threatening to blow up a place for a quick buck seems a little extreme. But hey, different times for different crimes, right?
Our Florida woman did not stick around for the grand finale though. She made a swift exit, leaving the Publix staff in a state of shock. Thankfully, a quick-thinking employee managed to grab the getaway vehicle's tag number. Nice thinking while under pressure!
Miramar's finest wasted no time in tracking down the car. They pulled off a cinematic traffic stop and took Rodriguez into custody. The charge? Robbery by sudden snatching. I bet she didn't see that plot twist coming.
So, here's a tip for aspiring criminals: if you're going to go down the path of robbing a supermarket, maybe leave the explosive threats to the comic book villains. After all, life is not a Batman cartoon, and Miramar Police are definitely not playing games.
All 40 Miami Publix Locations Ranked From First To Worst
I woke up this morning to see Publix was trending. "Now what?" was the first thing that came to mind. But, as it turns out, it wasn't a bad thing. Lionel Messi just moved to Miami and he was shopping at a Publix, picking up family size boxes of cereal among other things. I couldn't tell which Miami Publix he was at. But a few people recognized him.
If Messi truly wants to embrace the Florida culture, he needs to pick up Pub Subs for the family. He'll learn. But that got me thinking. How does someone new to Miami know which Publix to go to? We Floridians know that all Publix are not created equal. Some Miami Publix are much better than others. Sometimes it's their location. Some stores rank lower because they could really use a remodel. Or, it could be the staff that alters their rank. Whatever you want to point at, it's a simple fact. It's not uncommon to go to a Publix that's further away than your closest Publix because you like that store better.
The Miami Publix Stores Ranked
With the help of Google reviews we've come up with a way to rank the stores here in Miami. I counted 40, I'm sure someone will let me know if I missed one. Also, if you recognize which store Messi was at, let me know.
Floridians are passionate about Publix, and even if you say you never shop there, you have. We all have. Where else are you going to get a chicken tender sub buffalo style shaken? In the picture above, you can see in Messi's cart that he has family size boxes of cereal. Are they BOGO this week? We'll need to teach him about that, too. So from best to worst, here's how the Miami stores ranked.
1. Publix Super Market at River Landing
1420 NW N River Dr Ste 110 Ste 110, Miami, FL 33125
Rating: 4.7
Number of Reviews: 1,446
You can pull up to the river dock with your boat and shop. The whole area is what helps put this Publix at number one. Maybe a stroll by the river before picking up groceries. The store is also much newer than many in Miami.
2. Publix Super Market at West Miami
1500 SW 57th Ave, West Miami, FL 33144
Rating: 4.7
Number Of Reviews: 1,379
Coral Glades. I think this store ranks higher mainly because of the covered parking. Too many times I've been drenched in an afternoon downpour while taking the bags to the car. They are a close second.
3. Publix Super Market at Miller Plaza West
15755 SW 56th St, Miami, FL 33185
Rating: 4.7
Number Of Reviews: 678
I'm told they have the best fruit tart ever. One reviewer also claims they have more international selections.
4. Publix Super Market at Fountain Square
9951 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33174
Rating: 4.6
Number of Reviews: 1,722
With a Target grocery in the same plaza they need to stay good. And they are, at number 4.
5. Publix Super Market at The Shoppes at Quail Roost
20201 SW 127th Ave, Miami, FL 33177
Rating: 4.6
Number Of Reviews: 1,448
The selection can be a bit limited at this store. But still good enough to be in the top 5.
6. Publix Super Market at Eureka Promenade
18280 SW 147th Ave, Miami, FL 33187
Rating: 4.6
Number Of Reviews: 1,230
The crowing chickens in the parking lot remind you that you are in Miami.
7. Publix Super Market at University Park Center North
1525 SW 107th Ave, Miami, FL 33174
Rating: 4.6
Number of Reviews: 1,226
Publix Supermarket right in front of FIU.
8. Publix Super Market at Plaza Del Paraiso
12100 SW 127th Ave, Miami, FL 33186
Rating: 4.6
Number Of Reviews: 1,142
Nice wide aisles makes it easy to get around.
9. Publix Super Market at Kendall Town and Country
8250 Mills Dr, Miami, FL 33183
Rating: 4.6
Number Of Reviews: 1,101
10. Publix Super Market at Hammocks Town Center
10201 Hammocks Blvd Ste 111, Miami, FL 33196
Rating: 4.6
Number Of Reviews: 1,069
More of a neighborhood market feel. Some like it, some don't. Was even compared to a Winn Dixie. Finishing out the top 10 is this store next to the Kendall Ice Arena.
11. Publix Palmetto Bay
14601 S Dixie Hwy, Palmetto Bay, FL 33176
Rating: 4.6
Number Of Reviews: 1,051
One of few remaining older Publix buildings.
12. Publix Super Market at The Shoppes of Paradise Lakes
16800 SW 88th St, Miami, FL 33196
Rating: 4.6
Number Of Reviews: 1,035
They spruced this store up a bit when they added the self checkouts.
13. Publix Super Market at Market Square
11750 SW 104th St, Miami, FL 33176
Rating: 4.6
Number Of Reviews: 1,033
It is a smaller Publix location, but still stocks a wide variety of products.
14. Publix Super Market at Coral Way Shopping Center
8680 SW 24th St, Miami, FL 33155
Rating: 4.6
Number of Reviews: 962
Parking can be challenge with the Wal Mart and Starbucks in the plaza.
15. Publix Super Market at Tropicaire Shopping Center
7805 SW 40th St, Miami, FL 33155
Rating: 4.6
Number Of Reviews: 929
Old school Publix. Smaller one. No self check out aisles like other Publix's. Because of that, there are moderate lines.
16. Publix Super Market at Shoppes at Lago Mar
15750 SW 72nd St, Miami, FL 33193
Rating: 4.6
Number Of Reviews: 839
Some struggles with the deli.
17. Publix Super Market at Miller Road Shopping Center
9420 SW 56th St, Miami, FL 33165
Rating: 4.6
Number of Reviews: 832
Its own covered parking lot. A second floor with an escalator. I would have expected this one to rank higher. It's at number 17.
18 (tie) Publix Super Market at Pinecrest
13401 S Dixie Hwy, Pinecrest, FL 33156
Rating: 4.6
Number of Reviews: 826
The store is massive. Go see Loretta in the deli.
18 (tie) Publix Super Market at Corsica Square
15771 SW 152nd St, Miami, FL 33187
Rating: 4.6
Number of Reviews: 826
Corsica and Pinecrest are tied at 18.
20. Publix Super Market at Alegre Plaza
14630 SW 26th St, Miami, FL 33175
Rating: 4.6
Number Of Reviews: 779
The sushi receives high marks. Enough to get this store in at number 20.
21. Publix Super Market at The Meadows
4260 SW 152nd Ave, Miami, FL 33185
Rating: 4.6
Number Of Reviews: 709
Virginia is killing it with the subs.
22. Publix Super Market at Altos Plaza
121 SW 22nd Ave, Miami, FL 33135
Rating: 4.5
Number of Reviews: 2,420
Two-floor garage parking and free street parking.
23. Publix Super Market on SW 27th Ave.
2270 SW 27th Ave, Miami, FL 33145
Rating: 4.5
Number Of Reviews: 2,204
Coconut Grove area, very different layout than most others. i think some people have a problem with that.
24. Publix Super Market at Dadeland
9105 S Dadeland Blvd, Miami, FL 33156
Rating: 4.5
Number Of Reviews: 2,156
Big store with a lot in the international aisle. Also a Starbucks.
25. Publix Super Market at Mary Brickell Village
911 SW 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33130
Rating: 4.5
Number Of Reviews: 2,029
Being in the Mary Brickell Center its across the street from many upscale towers such as Brickell Heights and SLS Lux.
26. Publix Super Market at Miami River
311 SW 7th St, Miami, FL 33130
Rating: 4.5
Number Of Reviews: 1,669
In the downtown area.
27. Publix Super Market at Flagler Park Plaza
8341 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33144
Rating: 4.5
Number Of Reviews: 1,596
Go see Coco in the sushi section.
28. Publix Super Market at Allapattah and US 1 Shopping Center
20711 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33189
Rating: 4.5
Number Of Reviews: 1,313
Someone said they saw Selma Hayek here.
29. Publix Super Market at Kendall Mall
9041 SW 107th Ave, Miami, FL 33176
Rating: 4.5
Number of Reviews: 1,262
Someone complained in the reviews that they only had one child cart. Now they have 3. Are they the racing car carts?
30. Publix Super Market at Miller Square Shopping Center
13890 SW 56th St, Miami, FL 33175
Rating: 4.5
Number Of Reviews: 1,208
A lot of complaints about the bakery brings this store down to number 30.
31. Publix Super Market at Tamiami Trail Shops
13850 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33184
Rating: 4.5
Number Of Reviews: 1,143
This store is probably due for a remodel.
32. Publix Super Market at Higate Square
13820 SW 88th St, Miami, FL 33186
Rating: 4.5
Number Of Reviews: 1,034
The sub line tends to be long.
33. Publix Super Market at Country Walk Shopping Center
13735 SW 152nd St, Miami, FL 33177
Rating: 4.5
Number of Reviews: 1,022
An older store. Feels more like a neighborhood market.
34. Publix Super Market at West Bird Center
11495 Bird Rd, Miami, FL 33165
Rating: 4.5
Number Of Reviews: 949
This Publix was completely gutted and rebuilt a few years ago. it's possible that some of the older reviews before the remodel are bringing down their score.
35. Publix Super Market at Briar Bay Shopping Center
13005 SW 89th Pl, Miami, FL 33176
Rating: 4.5
Number Of Reviews: 560
Neighborhood small Publix.
36. Publix Super Market at Colonial Plaza Shopping Center
9510 SW 160th St, Miami, FL 33157
Rating: 4.5
Number Of Reviews: 475
A lot of complaints about the deli section.
37. Publix Super Market at 18Biscayne Shopping Center
1776 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
Rating: 4.4
Number Of Reviews: 2,682
The location is always pretty busy as it has a Starbucks inside and a liquor next door. But enough other issues put it at number 37.
38. Publix Super Market at Brickell Village
134 SW 13th St, Miami, FL 33130
Rating: 4.4
Number of Reviews: 2,468
Near the heart of Brickell. There seemed to be an issue centering around people bringing dogs into the store. Also, an issue with cars getting towed.
39. Publix Super Market at 3 Miami Central
601 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33136
Rating: 4.4
Number Of Reviews: 813
Downtown. Parking can be a little tough. Some are saying they lack in selection but most of the complaints were about the long waits at the deli.
40. Publix Super Market at Baypoint
4870 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33137
Rating: 4.3
Number Of Reviews: 2,113
Why all the hate at this location? One reviewer states "The store is good BUT if you are coming to get a sub prepare yourself to wait over 45 min. This is the slowest deli I have ever been too. Never again!" This store comes in at number 40.
