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Miami continues to take the culinary industry by storm, and bars don't stay behind. This year some restaurants in the city have received Michelin stars, and some of its bars have won awards for being the best in North America, making all locals proud of its rapid growth that continues to attract tourists from all over.
From live music to show-stopping performances, delicious and innovative cocktails, and food, Miami has some of the best bars in the world, and we've rounded the city's 27 best bars.
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Space 210, 140 NE 39th St. / Website
Atmosphere: The Baccarat Boutique Bbar & Lounge is a glistening, one-of-a-kind experience that embodies all the light, joy and energy the 258-year-old French luxury brand has come to represent.
Best For: Indoor-outdoor sipping and Instagrammable fare and its special beverages adorned Baccarat-themed art.
The Drink To Order: The Harmonie cocktail, with Grey Goose vodka, lavender, honey, juniper, and lemon, and is finished with Creme De Violette, rose, and a smoke show.
Pro Tip: Baccarat Boutique Bbar & Lounge is not just for cocktails –it’s a wonderful all-day go-to –offering coffee and a lunch/brunch menu.
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151 NE 41st St. / Website
Atmosphere: L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon, of the Bastion Collection, recent recipient of the only two Michelin stars in Florida, is a modern French restaurant from the legendary Chef Joël Robuchon, featuring the signature dining counter facing directly into the open kitchen and a new outdoor terrace.
Best For: The ultimate tasting menu experience. The tasting menu includes the iconic L’Atelier dishes alongside new seasonal creations. L'Atelier offers a robust beverage program including craft cocktails and a world-class wine list to elevate the fine dining experience, whether eating as a group, a couple, or solo.
The Drink To Order: Cocktails are curated by head bartender Ruben Rolon, the recent recipient of Michelin Guide’s Exceptional Cocktails Award. L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon’s most extravagant cocktail and crowd favorite is the Rouge et Nior which includes French gin, Capari, Licor 43, Sweet Vermouth, Coffee.
Pro Tip: Sit at the bar for an unobstructed view of the action from the open kitchen providing a view into the creative process.
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151 NE 41st St. / Website
Atmosphere: It is a celebratory space featuring Murano chandeliers, plush leather banquettes, rose-gold shattered mirrors—and a uniquely intimate atmosphere, in keeping with the Club’s mission.
Best For: Delicious cocktails and food in an exclusive members-only environment.
The Drink To Order: Pistachio Cocktail made with gin, honey, and lemon.
Pro Tip: Only individuals nominated by current Members may apply. Please request that your proposers contact the ZZs Club member associate in order to officially nominate you and begin the application process. A nomination does not imply acceptance.
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1513 SW 8th St. / Website
Atmosphere: Fabulous live band, its vibrant scene, and the classic Cuban food and drink menu crafted with a twist.
Best For: A night when you want to drink and go dancing.
The Drink To Order: Keep it classic yet signature with the Mojito.
Pro Tip: Free dance classes throughout the week.
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971 SW 8th St. / Website
Atmosphere: fun, lively!
Best For: cocktails, dancing and live music.
The Drink To Order: Mojito Criollo.
Pro Tip: For Miami’s best 80’s bar, head to 80’s 305 Bar, a hidden bar located in the back of Cafe La Trova. It opens at midnight on Friday and Saturday night.
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2637 N Miami Ave / Website
Atmosphere: Fun, lively!
Best For: Happy Hour (Wednesday-Sunday 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., late night on Fridays/Saturdays (bar open until 2AM), and Weekend Brunch.
The Drink To Order: Cocktail of the Day (bartender’s choice–changes daily).
Pro Tip: Tell the bartender your base and let them craft a cocktail just for you!
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519 NW 26th St. / Website
Atmosphere: Dark, sexy, moody.
Best For: Date night, audiophiles, drinks with friends and special occasions.
The Drink To Order: The classic High Ball.
Pro Tip: Since the capacity is only 50 people, reservations are definitely recommended. Dante's HiFi also has a membership program that offers special members-only events and preferential reservations..
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2219 NW 2nd Ave / Website
Atmosphere: A streetside cafe and 1970s NYC inspired pizza shop. The Freehold is designed as an all-day/all-night environment –with a multi use community concept that fuses a work/hangout space by day with a bar/event venue by night.
Best for: Working by day, happy hour, then partying all night
The Drink to Order: Espresso Martini.
Pro Tip: All pizzas and cocktails are half-off during Happy Hour (Monday through Friday 4:00 p.m. to7:00 p.m.
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127 NW 23rd St. / Website
Atmosphere: Think Tulum vibes meets Ancient Mayan Kingdom. Incredible decor, high-energy beats and parades of bottles makes this Miami’s hottest dinner party.
Best For: If you want a 5-star dinner and a lively club all in one place, Mayami is your one and only stop for the night.
The Drink To Order: The Queen Cocktail with Tequila 8 plata, Lime juice, Lychee pure, Triple sec, Berrys Salt Rimm, Agave
Pro Tip: Visit Mayami on a Tuesday night to experience “Tuluminati,” the hottest secret society party in Miami.
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55 NE 24th St. / Website
Atmosphere: Hidden behind a black gate La Otra is Miami’s hidden garden featuring indoor and outdoor spaces surrounded by lush plants, disco balls, dim lights and sweeping views of the Miami skyline.
Best For: Tropical vibes and refreshing cocktails.
The Drink To Order: Margarita.
Pro Tip: Latin parties on Fridays and Saturdays
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158 NW 24th St. / Website
Atmosphere: Pilo's has opened the world's first tequila garden, a vibrant, mural-filled indoor-outdoor space in the heart of Wynwood dedicated to serving a wide range of tequilas, margaritas, and tacos. The agave-centered sister concept of the Brickell Mexican restaurant beautifully reinvents the authentic, fast-casual feel of the original, combined with a totally unique drinking experience in a quintessentially Wynwood dining space. Indoors, Pilo's delectable menu is served from a richly decorated altar-style bar lined with bespoke sculptures and paintings by local and international artists such as Domingo Zapata, Vic Garcia, and Mariela Nunez. The tequila garden, which is located outside, serves as an all-day restaurant, bar, and nighttime venue where guests can enjoy Pilo's extensive drinks menu. Two bars, VIP booths, stadium seating, a retractable roof, and an epic DJ booth perched inside Wynwood's only treehouse are available. The garden also includes a stunning mural inspired by Mexico City, created especially for Pilo's by visual artists Senkoe and Vic Garcia.
Best for: being the only Tequila Garden in the world and their Frozaritas. Made with top-shelf tequila (818), organic mixers, authentic Mexican inspirations, and all-natural ingredients. Frozaritas signature flavors include: Frosé-Rita, Classic Frozarita (Classic Margarita), Mango-Rita, Raza-Rita, Berry-Rita & Pina-Rita.
The Drink to Order: Frozaritas.
Pro Tip: Treehouse VIP booth.
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4441 Collins Ave / Website
Atmosphere: Bleau Bar, the perfect drinking destination at Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel & Resort, offers a spectacular blend of Golden Era glamour and modern luxury. The "Miami Modern" style bar is a great place to socialize and enjoy a variety of delicious, beautiful cocktails. It has a full bar and a premium cocktail list. Guests can enjoy the new era of Miami art and design, which features refined materials like terrazzo, bronze, and velvet in blue and gold shades. Clusters of low cocktail-style seating and tables create a plush lounge around the bar, offering adaptable areas for both intimate and large gatherings.
Best For: Gathering with loved ones to enjoy delicious cocktails in a Miami Modern style bar.
The Drink to Order: Bleau Mule with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, lime, wild blueberry preserves, and Pretty In Pink with Grey Goose Pear Vodka, fresh mint, strawberry purée, St. Germain, lime, and prosecco.
Pro Tip: Bleau Bar is offering a secret libation; the only hook is you still have to ask for it. The “electric dust” on this Clase Azul Plata cocktail will charge your tastebuds. Along with passion fruit, strawberry purée, and hellfire habanero shrub, this cocktail adds a fresh spin to a classic Mexican spirit.
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2727 Indian Creek Drive / Website
Atmosphere: Dubbed "the coolest backyard in Miami", Broken Shaker offers guests inventive handcrafted cocktails, while sitting under the twinkling lights.
Best For: Punch Bowls and Pitchers with a choice of your favorite Spirit and Flavor Profiles, perfect for catching up over cocktails with friends.
The Drink To Order: Shaker-Hopper with Ford’s Gin, Creme de Cacao, Creme de Menthe and Fernet Coconut-Milk Foam (Vegan).
Pro Tip: Order your favorite drink and find your way to the courtyard decorated with vibey lights and eclectically-mismatched furniture around the pool.
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4385 Collins Ave / Website
Atmosphere: Ocho is an ocean-facing rooftop, pool and bar area that can be enjoyed from day to sunset.
Best For: Sunset Cocktails, Tacos, DJ’s and events.
The Drink To Order: Hibiscus paloma, mezcal, hibiscus, grapefruit, rosemary.
Pro Tip: Since access to Soho Beach House is Members only, the best way to experience the house is by booking a bedroom by becoming a Soho Friends member. Click here for more information on Soho Friends!
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9011 Collins Ave / Website
Atmosphere: Inspiring, romantic, charming, elegant.
Best For: Pre or after dinner cocktails.
The Drink To Order: Mezcalita with Mezcal, Tequila, Cucumber water, Citric acid, Champagne.
Pro Tip: Ask for a taste of its Essenza Negroni in a 'petite coupe.'
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1010 Brickell Ave #200A / Website
Atmosphere: Its location under the metro mover in Brickell gives it a real metropolitan, city vibe. Inside, the bar is dark with pink uplights with foliage around the bar.
Best For: First dates, a girls night out or a mid-week drink. Karaoke Night on Thursdays is one of the most popular nights at the bar.
The Drink To Order: Sky11ine with E11even Vodka, Pear Nectar, Passionfruit, Lime, Guava.
Pro Tip: You can order the full menu from DC PIE co. right to your bar seat or table at DOM'S. Yes..that includes all the pies and the irresistible pepperoni chips!
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1111 SW 1st Ave / Website
Atmosphere: High-end glamour and retro sophistication of a classic cabaret, where food, entertainment and service all surpass the five-star standard.
Best for: Late-night dining and dancing, glamorous cabaret shows and fire dancers.
The Drink to Order: Passionata with avion tequila, passion fruit, pineapple juice, fresh ginger, lime.
Pro Tip: Don't miss the fantastic acrobatics and bourlesque performances.
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500 Brickell Key Drive / Website
Atmosphere: Showcases panoramic skyline and water views, complemented by elegant seating and sophisticated atmosphere.
Best For: Great for pre- or post-dinner drinks or meeting up after work for their social hour held daily from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The Drink To Order: Brickell Key, inspired by one of Miami’s most sought after zip codes, with St. Germain, Cloud 9 (Lychee & Hibiscus), Prosecco.
Pro Tip: Don’t miss MO Bar + Lounge live entertainment including Cuban jazz by Renoir Rodriguez, sultry Spanish guitar by the Fox Brothers on Friday and Saturday nights from 8:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and guitar and trumpet duo, Satori Sounds every Sunday from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
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1300 Brickell Bay Drive / Website
Atmosphere: Delightful zinc bar inside of a tasteful and classy restaurant. Artwork hanging on the walls around the restaurant.
Best For: A well crafted cocktail that you can sip while enjoying the artwork throughout the restaurant.
The Drink To Order: Tomatini.
Pro Tip: If you sit at the bar, you can order from the full menu, and you don’t need a reservation for the restaurant!
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115 SW 8th St 22nd Floor / Website
Atmosphere: With subtle illuminations of accent fixtures, planters wrapped in neon lights, textured walls drenched in rotating vibrant lighting, and balanced décor, the design literally paints a picture of dusk melting into the night, bringing Rosa Sky's vision to life in every detail. The vibe is electrified with a constant burst of color and movement, from the illuminated bar beneath a hand-crafted cocktail to the ceiling above dancing in a digital map of curated light choreography. Music will keep the night pulsing with a variety of featured artists and one-of-a-kind lineups, such as all-female DJ collectives.
Best for: The rooftop is best for its view of the Miami skyline and colorful handcrafted cocktails that you’ll want to share it one the gram.
The Drink to Order: The Rosa Sky made with grey goose strawberry & lemongrass vodka, citrus, & sparkling rosé with an ice-shaped rose.
Protip: Rosa Sky's binocular stand allows guests to get a close look at the skyline.
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788 Brickell Plaza #40 / Website
Atmosphere: Hip and happening vibe.
Best For: Decadent cocktails, sushi, and Asian inspired bites; Miami’s vibrant skyline and city lights!
The Drink To Order: EAST of Miami, B Positive, Lychee Blossom.
Pro Tip :Dress to impress and request access to Tea Room, its enchanting cocktail lounge and speakeasy concealed behind a black door. Don't be put off by the long lines on the street. Get to the front of the line and do a bar tab with a minimum consumption or get a table. Arrive 45 minutes before sunset and stay until it gets dark. View the city both during the day and at night.
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1438 Washington Ave / Website
Atmosphere: El Salón is an intimate, elegantly designed space, inspired by the charm and glamour of the buildings 1920’s history.
Best for: Those who appreciate a delicious craft cocktail.
The Drink to Order: The Classic Margarita made with El Salón’s versatile reposado tequila blend, orange liqueur blend, agave and lime.
Pro Tip: Tell master mixologist Dave Simmons what you’re in the mood for and watch him whip up the best cocktail you’ve ever had!
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418 Meridian Ave / Website
Atmosphere: Tropical Miami vibes.
Best For: Locals hangout, perfect date spot and great place to meet new people. Pre or after dinner drink spot. Different dj’s almost every night. Happy hour everyday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The Drink To Order: South of Fifth with Ojo de Tigre Mezcal, Nixta corn liquor, muddled Jalapenos, splash of fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, agave syrup, hellfire bitters, spicy salt rim.
Pro Tip: If you get too drunk you can either order a cup of noodles or book a room at the Meridian hotel.
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237 20th St. Suite B / Website
Atmosphere: American meets industrial vibes to create a cozy environment.
Best For: Daily happy hour with .95 cent oysters and hanging out with friends drinking some of the best cocktails in the U.S.
The Drink To Order: Pina Colada.
Pro Tip: Try its rare and extinct selections.
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2001 Collins Ave / Website
Atmosphere: The Setai's Bar & Courtyard is a swanky hideaway for sipping Asian-inspired cocktails or champagne from their extensive list. Enjoy a chili passion martini for the perfect balance of heat and sweetness, either inside at the beautiful mother of pearl inlaid bar or outside on the tranquil terrace.
Best For: A relaxing cocktail before heading out for a romantic dinner.
The Drink to Order: The $125 THE GOLD MARTINI made with 125 Beluga Gold Vodka, Louis XIII Cognac de Rémy Martin, Grand Marnier Centenaire, Inniskillin Ice Wine, 24 Carat Gold Flake
Pro Tip: The bar menu has delightful selections if you’re happy to sit at the bar and watch the world go by … and ask about the sushi menu!
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230 NE 4th St. / Website
Atmosphere: Jaguar Sun is an intimate 45-seat cocktail bar and restaurant in Downtown Miami.
Best For: Solo Drinking/Dining and Date Night.
The Drink To Order: Classic Martini with gin and vermouth.
Pro Tip: Looking for somewhere last minute to grab dinner and a drink? Have a seat at the bar! Reservations are not needed and the full menu is available. Happy hour is also available Tuesday through Saturday from 5 to 7 pm and includes $1 oysters, $8 tiny tinis and $10 classic cocktails.
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40 Island Ave / Website
Atmosphere: A glamorous Gatsby-styled spot to enjoy an elegant cocktail with ease.
Best For: The unique twists on classic cocktails and locally sourced light bites.
The Drink To Order: Root Chakra made with rosa luna mezcal, martini bitter, ancho reyes verde, ginger, mango, egg white.
Pro Tip: Arrive early, as the exclusive speakeasy fills up quickly.
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