By: Alexa Shabinsky By: Alexa Shabinsky | April 14, 2022 |
Knowing your way around the Magic City can make your experience that much better. From off-menu dishes to one-of-a-kind deals, only true Miamians know the city’s must-know insider tips. Letting you in on our secrets, we are keeping you updated on insider tips for the ultimate experience.
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- Are you traveling this summer and hoping to make your Instagram feed highly curated? Download The Scout App to find some of the most coveted photo-opt destinations around the world from right here in Miami to the South of France.
- Miami's top pilates studio is officially going global! JETSET Pilates has launched franchise applications for locations in Florida and beyond!
- For new Miami transplants there is a high chance you've never been to the Venetian Pool. This historic landmark is a pool day experience like no other.
- If you're looking to go glamping this summer be sure to check out Hillsborough River State Park, located just northeast of Tampa.
- If you don't have a bicycle but want to explore Miami on wheels check out Citi Bike with stations all arond the city.
- Do you like sangria? Make your way over to Bulla Gastrobar for undeniably the best sangria in the 305. With everyday happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m., you can get the best of the best for an even better price!
- Have you ever wondered what the world's most expensive and luxurious mattress feels like? Now is your chance to book a sleep spa experience at Hästens in the Design District to test out the luxury.
- Are you on the hunt for some new swimsuits for the summer? Frankies Bikinis is now offering 25% everything with the code STARS.
Spending time in Fort Lauderdale this week? Be sure to head to Rivertail and indulge in their $0.99 oysters during happy hour!
- Esme Hotel is now offering 20% off until September 30 with code MIAMIHOTEL.
- It is selling out fast so be sure to book your chance to see The Blues Opera one man immersive show, now extended until July 3!
- Mark your calendars for June 22 because Public Square is excited to host an evening of wine pairing. Diners will indulge in four types of wine, alongside light bites.
- While NYC might be the land of sample sales, Miami still gets a few. Be sure to follow 260 Sample Sale to keep up with all the sales coming to Miami, from Solid & Striped to Paul Smith and more.
- Want to see Miami from sea? Book a jet ski rental this weekend for an exhilarating experience!
- Florida residents can save 40% on a 4-day pass to Disney World if you're looking for a fun summer adventure!
- If you're looking to head to the Caribbean this summer, be sure to take advantage of American Airlines' newly launched non-stop service from Miami to Anguilla.
- The Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau is offering 15% off dinner at Layla in the heart of Miami Beach.
- ClassPass offers new users the first month free, with access to some of Miami's hottest workout classes from Green Monkey Yoga to Jetset Pilates.
- Osteria Morini's Morini Lunch Combo is a must try this week! The special is priced at $30 for an appetizer and entree of either pasta or sandwich.
- We are officially in the summer season which means summer rates! Now through October 31st golf rates at the Miami Beach Golf Club are $131 a round.
- Looking to try new wine every month? Join the Macchialina Wine Collective, a monthly wine club which helps you indulge in some of Italy's most finest.
- If dining at R House this weekend, be sure to make a reservation on Saturday or Sunday at either 11:30 a.m. or 2:30 p.m. to experience a one-of-a-kind drag performance alongside brunch.
- Coyo Taco's Wynwood location is so much more than just tacos. Behind the "Employees Only" door is the ultimate secret bar and speakeasy.
- Looking to indulge in spicy rigatoni but can't get a reservation at Carbone? Casa Isola, located in the heart of Sunset Harbour has you covered with their rigatoni alla vodka made with Calabrian chiles and a delicious vodka sauce.
- Tired of plain edamame? Be sure to order Makoto's off the menu spicy edamame during your next dine.
- Pasta Night at Osteria Morini is the perfect Monday night dinner deal with all pastas priced at $15 from 5 - 7 p.m.
- Want to bring your own wine to dinner this weekend? Take advantage of Boia De's $35 per bottle corkage fee.
- Take advantage of Ladies Wednesdays at Novikov with complimentary cocktails and wine from 5-8 p.m. at the bar.
- La Sandwicherie closes at 5 a.m. Thursday through Sunday. If you're looking for late night eats this weekend be sure to check out locations in Miami Beach, Wynwood and Brickell for the ultimate 2 a.m. sandwich.
- If making a workout class on time is stressful, be sure to look into Sweat440 with new classes starting every 10 minutes at locations in Brickell, Miami Beach and Coral Gables.
- Through Miami Attraction & Museum Months, from now until May 31, Artechouse is offering BOGO admission on its one-of-a-kind art and experiential space.
- El Bagel's bagels are fresh out of the oven at 8 a.m., be sure to get there before they sell out this weekend.
- If you're spending your weekend out at sea, be sure to head over to the Haulover Sandbar for some of the clearest Miami waters.
- Miami Diner's Tispy Trivia is a go-to on Tuesday nights. Hosted by drag queen Jasmine Pryce Lords, this is a weekly must-attend event.
- The Bagel Club in Wynwood is not only a late afternoon option for when El Bagel sells out, but it’s also a speakeasy come the evening.
- If you’re looking for a guaranteed good time that includes karaoke, DOM’s cocktail bar on a Thursday night is your spot. You can even order a pizza from sister restaurant D.C. Pie as you belt your heart out.
- Through July 31, The Business Improvement District (BID) of Coral Gables is spearheading the inaugural summer culinary program ‘Sip and Savor in the Gables.’ Featuring over 20 restaurants, the program offers patrons a taste of the Downtown Coral Gables dining scene, for prices ranging from $7 to $14 during happy hour.
- Miami-based gourmet cookie company The Blakery is opening its first brick and mortar location at Time Out Market on Aug. 1. Founded by Blake Warman, The Blakery takes pride in its ultimate 6-ounce stuffed cookie, which comes in 12 different sugar-packed flavors (including a special edition flavor-of-the-month).
- For a Cuban sandwich that puts all other Cuban sandwiches to shame, make a trip to Sanguich De Miami on Calle Ocho. We hear their ham, mustard, and pickles are house-made.
- If you’re a shopaholic, you’ve definitely spent time at Aventura Mall, but chances are you haven’t heard of their weekend farmer’s market. Every Saturday and Sunday, the market displays gourmet specialty foods, baked delights, tropical fruits and veggies, and handcrafted goods.
- Zak The Baker in Wynwood is not only a Miami staple, but it also happens to be kosher. Keep in mind it’s closed on Saturdays, and Friday morning and Sunday morning are their busiest times.
- A hidden gem, The Corner is a cozy cocktail bar located on—you guessed it—a sidewalk corner and is your go-to destination for when nearby Space and E11EVEN have worn you out at 4 a.m.
- Gramps in Wynwood has a little bit of everything. Part dive bar and part tropical oasis, Gramps is a popular establishment full of character and zest, and serves up some awesome late-night pizza on site.
- Joe’s Take Away, the casual market arm of Miami Beach’s beloved Joe’s Stone Crabs, is the secret to getting their specialty claws without waiting on line. Picnic at nearby South Pointe Park for the ultimate lazy afternoon.
- 1-800-Lucky is more than just a food hall, but the key to a private karaoke room available upon reservation so you can belt out your favorite tunes without judgment.
- Don’t miss the limited-time Wynwood Appreciation Menu at Beaker & Gray, in effect now through September. The $42 prix fixe menu features three courses and exclusive items, available for dinner only.
- Go to Bay Club in Sunset Harbour for an authentic local experience, right next to Lucali. Their drinks, music, late-night pizza, and games are always on point.
- The Miami sun affects dogs, too, especially those with thicker double coats. Tigertail Dog Lake in Dania Beach is your pet’s personal swimming pool, perfect for some fun-loving exercise in a cool environment.
- A.C.’s Icees is Miami’s first food truck and a Coconut Grove establishment since 1978, thanks to owner Allan Cohen’s brilliant ideation. Take a stroll through Kennedy Park and cool down with a frosted lemonade order from the truck, freshly made that day.
- Remember when mini pancakes were the hottest food trend on TikTok, along with whipped iced coffee? Well, Panda Pancakes in Aventura and Doral are turning the hype into a reality, serving bite-sized fluffy pancakes for sweet on-the-go consumption.
- The Coconut Grove opening of Bodega Taqueria y Tequila is all you need to know right now. South Beach isn’t the only place to party—the new Bodega location is part-taco shack, part-speakeasy, and part-mezcaleria.
- Watch the sunset with a refreshing cocktail in hand at Brickell’s newest rooftop lounge Rosa Sky, atop the AC & Element Hotel.
- Bask in the glow of the full moon at The Strand at Carillon’s evening event on Sept. 10, with rum cocktails curated by a master mixologist and live entertainment from 7 to 9 p.m.
- Nixon Beach Sandbar is a coveted party destination frequented by the locals, or just about anyone who has discovered the flock of yachts that gather around the water paradise off Key Biscayne.
- Check out the Miami Beach Bandshell in North Beach, a stunning open-air amphitheater that serves as a lively hub for a talented roster of musicians, as well as a gathering place for community events.
- Everyone’s favorite healthy breakfast and lunch spot Pura Vida is now extending its offerings to dinnertime from 4 to 8 p.m. The Simple & Fit Dinner Plates can be custom-built with a choice of base and protein, topped with their onion and pepper mix, sesame, soy ginger, and new house salad.
- BBQ & Craft Company is dishing out its 100lb Lechon Asado, cooked on a smoker roaster for 12 hours, at $35 a plate every Saturday. The Lulu Project will be performing live at 7:30 p.m. for the full southern charm experience.
- Did you know there’s an authentic Buddhist temple tucked away on five acres of farmland right outside Miami? The Wat Buddharangsi Buddhist Temple in Homestead is an homage to Thailand and welcomes all who seek peace and enlightenment.
- Pickleball is making a comeback in Miami-Dade, and we’re here for it. Nearby Naples might be the designated Pickleball Capital of the World, but we’d like to call attention to these three Miami pickleball-only courts: Riviera Prep, Miccosukee Golf & Country Club, and Salvador Park.
- Major Food Group’s Dirty French Steakhouse is officially serving lunch from Tuesday to Friday, featuring an array of sandwiches and plat principals, as well as a prix fixe menu.
- Virginia Key Beach Park is a serene strip of shoreline that features a nature boardwalk, several hammock trails, and one of the world’s tallest sandcastles.
- New Yorkers turned Floridians can embrace nostalgia at the newly opened Joe’s Pizza in Wynwood, where a long, thin-crust slice is handed off on a white paper plate—just how we like it.
- Get in the spirit of Hispanic Heritage Month with Drift at 1 Hotel South Beach, which is now offering a new Cuban-inspired signature cocktail called La Ventanita. 20% of sales will go to UndiosUS, the largest Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the U.S.
- For the tennis lovers out there, the private racquet club on exclusive Fisher Island has seen the likes of Caroline Wozniacki, Eugenie Bouchard, and Andy Roddick, to name a few. Now might be the time to become a Fisher Island resident.
- Chef Nicole Miami is a South Florida-based healthy meal delivery service that offers multiple plan types for every individual, formulated by health and nutrition advocate Nicole Retchin.
- In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop has released its perfectly pink Strawberry Crunch Cake, and through all of October, 20% of Strawberry Crunch sales will benefit non-profit organization BRCAStrong.
- Eleventh Street Pizza fanatics will be ecstatic to hear that the NYC pizza joint is opening its second Miami location in Downtown Dadeland.
- The newest surf and turf restaurant Klaw is the only rooftop bar in the waterfront neighborhood of Edgewater, which in itself is up and coming.
- South Florida’s favorite healthy eatery Carrot Express is donating $1 of every platter sale to World Central Kitchen’s disaster relief team, which will prepare 45,000+ meals a day for those impacted by Hurricane Ian.
- Grab a drink and mingle with the crowds at the oceanfront bar of Eden Roc Miami Beach during Ocean Social Late Night, every Friday and Saturday from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
- Miami loves a good late night and pizza, which Editor Pizza can deliver with its newly launched Editor Sounds & Slices series on Fridays and Saturdays. You can now scarf down a Margherita slice until 1 a.m.
- Indulge in comedic relief on Hump Day at The Lounge at SLS Brickell, which hosts a Laughing Session starting at 9 p.m., immediately following Happy Hour from 6 to 9 p.m. You can expect half-priced bottles, cocktails, wine and beer.
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