By: Charlotte Trattner By: Charlotte Trattner | October 7, 2024 | Food & Drink, Food & Drink, drink, Food and Drink Feature,
From creative and innovative cocktails to classics, here are the top 10 bars around Miami to explore, one drink at a time.
Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club exemplifies five-star service, and the Champagne Bar blends charm and glamour. With one of the largest selections of Champagne in Miami, guests can opt for bubbles or sip on expertly crafted imaginative cocktails, such as the Mangareva Americana or the Lemon City. 9011 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, @champagnebaratthesurfclub
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Offering an intimate and upscale cocktail bar, The Standard’s Monterrey Bar seats around 20 people and pays homage to the hotel’s namesake, the Monterrey Motel. Enjoy light bites and unique twists of classic cocktails and mocktails inspired by the four elements. 40 Island Ave., Miami Beach, @thestandard
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As Miami’s first vinyl listening bar, Dante’s HiFi is a soulful place for audiophiles. Its music library has more than 8,000 records. Guests can enjoy seasonal signatures that celebrate local flavors, ensuring no experience is ever the same. 519 NW 26th St., Miami, @danteshifi
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Created by Julio Cabrera and a menu helmed by James Beard Award-winning chef Michelle Bernstein, Cafe La Trova showcases the best of Miami Cuban culture and dishes. The retro environment is transportive with traditional cantinero-style bar creations such as Hotel Nationals and Magic City Daiquiris. 917 SW Eighth St., Miami, @cafelatrovamiami
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Located in the heart of South Beach, Sweet Liberty takes its motto, “pursue happiness,” to new heights. With nearly 1,000 different spirits available, the cocktail options are endless, inspired and decadent. 237 20th St., Ste. B, Miami Beach, @sweetlibertymia
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The recently opened Italian aperitivo bar ViceVersa, created by acclaimed bartender Valentino Longo, offers 14 drinks in three categories: signature cocktails, The Negroni Family and Martinis. Turning deceptively simple cocktails into works of art, this new downtown spot serves mouthwatering bites and flowing libations. 398 NE Fifth St., Miami, @viceversamiami
Lagniappe is one of the city’s top wine bars, showcasing live music every night. Its laid-back atmosphere transports guests to New Orleans, offering a wide array of wine and vintages by bottle or glass. 3425 NE Second Ave., Miami, @lagniappe_house
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Nestled under a banyan tree, Sunny’s Steakhouse recently opened its permanent location in Little River. Helmed by the team behind the recently closed Jaguar Sun, Sunny’s brings fan-favorite classics, including the Green Ghoul or the Pick-Your-Path Martini. 7357 NW Miami Ct., Miami, @sunnysmia
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A quintessential rooftop lounge set above EAST, Miami, in Brickell City Centre, Sugar serves bold cocktails at its hand-carved Balinese bar. It pairs stunning 270-degree Miami views with live music and Asian-inspired dishes. 788 Brickell Plz., Miami, @sugar.tearoom
Mixing cutting-edge cocktails and serving culturally inspired bites, The Sylvester pays homage to Florida while using locally sourced ingredients. With its tropical decor and antique furniture, the bar embodies Miami. 3456 N Miami Ave., Miami, @thesylvesterbar
Photography by: Courtesy Dante's HiFi