I went to Bar Bella with a large group of people and had a great time. It was a Thursday night and wasn't that busy. The ambiance was nice. The music was a little loud for a large group to be able to hear each other but it was nice, otherwise, and I could still hear everyone seated right around me. I ordered the Squid Ink pasta which had crab, and I was delicious! My friend had the pumpkin gnocchi which I also tried and that was good. The drinks were great, and the server was friendly. I would definitely go back! read more

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Cute lil place in the heart of south miami. Was walking around looking for a quick bite and a nice drinky drink and I would this cute place. If i see bacon wrapped dates on a menu I will always order it. I was a bit skeptical when I saw them sitting on a tomato sauce but wow, the flavors blended perfectly. I also had the "skipped abs for this" cocktail and it was delicious. Service at the bar was great, will definitely come back and try different tapas read more

Bar Bella - Bacon wrapped dates - Cocktail Bars Near Me - South Miami, Florida

Bar Bella in South Miami is where culinary ambition meets pure, unfiltered indulgence. Chef Jorgie Ramos plays with fire--both literally and figuratively--fusing Spanish tapas with Midwestern barbecue traditions in a way that feels both bold and effortless. The atmosphere is intimate yet energetic, with a bar that hums with life and a kitchen that delivers nothing short of magic. The Smoked Duck Drummets arrive lacquered in smoky perfection, their crisp skin giving way to impossibly tender meat that barely clings to the bone. Then there's The Burger--a masterpiece layered with pork belly jam, piquillo aioli, and havarti cheese--rich, messy, and unapologetically decadent. Each bite is a study in balance, salty-sweet perfection wrapped in a bun. The cocktails hold their own against the food. Pay the Meter is a bright, invigorating pour that cuts through the richness of the meal with a refreshing hit of citrus. I Skipped Abs for This is another standout, served in a playful pig-shaped cup that practically dares you to take yourself too seriously. It's not just a cocktail; it's an experience--one that embraces indulgence with a wink and a nod. Service is dialed in--attentive, confident, and eager to guide you through the experience without hovering. Every recommendation feels like an inside tip rather than a script. Bar Bella proves that great food and drink should be bold, fun, and just a little bit reckless. read more

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I've been following Chef Jorge for a while ago. I met him during covid when I visited at his place in Dadeland called Abi Maria. The food there was phenomenal btw. So when I saw that he had opened Bar Bella, I knew I had to pass by! It had also been a while since I had tried any of his food and I was excited to venture into something new. His spot is located across the street from the infamous Bougainvillea bar, and there is an abundance of street parking, so there isn't a problem finding any. As soon as you walk in, you are greeted by decorous red lighting and funky tunes playing in the background. That alone, signaled that the food would be fire haha. To my surprise, I was greeted by chef who was chatting it up with other guests. My night started with an ice-cold dirty martini and half a dozen roasted oysters. They were amazing and packed with flavor! I recommend any oyster lover to come and try these out. Throughout my visit, I had smoked prime rib carpaccio and butternut squash paella. Holy hell. Have you ever had a dish so good you never want it to end? Well, that's what happened that night. The squash alone is smoked for 6 hour before it is mixed in with all the other ingredients. Before I left, I grabbed an order of caviar bumps and a whipped truffle buratta salad to- go. I've been seeing people posting on social media about these bumps and when I saw that Bar Bella had it on the menu, I HAD to try them out haha. I was skeptical about how they would hold on the drive to my friend's but the bartender made sure to package them in a way that was sustainable. It worked out because my friend thought it was a funny surprise and enjoyed them. Their happy hour is one I must come back to try, so you will definitely see me at this place again! Props to Chef Jorge and his team. read more

Great spot. Family friendly. Great pizza. Service also very good. Sometimes the little spots are the best and these guys deliver.

Alex provided us with excellent service from the beginning of our night. He made sure we got a table on a very packed Saturday and checked in on us at the end of our meal. We opted for four appetizers. They were each so delicious. My favorite were the sopa de ajo croquetas. Each appetizer came with four portions, perfect for a small group. The ambiance was amazing. We felt like we were in NYC. I will definitely be back! read more

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Wow, this was one of the worst meals I've had in a very long time. Let's start with the insane loudness of the music. We walked in for our reservation and we were like WTF??? This wasn't background music, this wasn't music that was a little too loud, this was music that was like at a club. But this isn't a club. It was 7:30 and this was a regular dinner place. Having a conversation with someone even right next to you would have been difficult. Luckily we were able to sit outside where the music was at a more reasonable volume. Next problem was the tables outside. They had couches and comfy seats which were cute and looked good and were actually pretty comfortable. But the tables were below knee level, making eating just difficult. Cute looking, totally not practical. But the most important part...the food. OMG, so bad. We ordered several tapas for the table to share, each one worse than the next. First, we had the cheese croquettes, which were probably the best dish. They were doughy and had an oozy cheese center, nothing especially good, but ok, fine enough. Next we had garlic shrimp. They came with the shells on which made it difficult to eat, and a weird, very thick orange sauce. Not good. Had potato's bravaz. Came with a lot of stuff in it and also a thick sauce. Just too much going on. Not good. Had paella. Came in a cast iron pan. Should absolutely have had a nice crust on the rice. But there was so much sauce in there, everything was just mush. Red sauce, white cream sauce, just so much sauce. Awful. Finally we had tomato bread with ham. We tasted no tomato, the ham might have been good quality but we will surely never know because the whole thing was drowned in thick sweet honey. Absolutely inedible. We didn't order it, but the table next to us ordered the baked Brie, and it also came just covered in berries and what looked like honey. Someone needs to stop this chef from overdoing all the sauces on everything here. Less would definitely be more. My companion was actually nauseous from it all after dinner. You couldn't pay me to come here again. read more

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Last weekend we came to the speakeasy side of this restaurant just for a drink and it was great; tonight we had dinner in the main dining room. What a wonderful time! To start off with, the hostess was very welcoming and friendly and sat us promptly. Our server, Samantha, came over right away and got our drink order and explained the menu to us. We noticed they had great music playing also! Loud enough that there was a lively vibe to the place but not so loud that we couldn't hear across the table. I have to add that they have the PERFECT ratio for fountain Diet Coke here. It was so crisp! We first had the Smoked Brie which had pistachios and a raspberry sauce on top. It was excellent. My husband doesn't usually like any jams on his cheese and even he loved this one, he cleaned the plate! Next we had the Corn Ribs. These were my favorite. Elote style with lots of seasoning and sauce. Yum! And a fun way to eat corn! Then we tried the Patatas Bravas. These were my husbands favorite and I also loved them. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, lots of yummy sauces mixed in. Another must try! As born and raised "Miamians" we don't ever pass up a croqueta. These did not disappoint! They come with a pepper jelly that created the perfect layering of flavors. We shared the Smoked Short Rib Paella for our entree and I think I'll have to get this every time we come back here. It was SO GOOD. Crispy rice, fresh veggie toppings, delicious seasonings and sauces, not to mention THE SHORT RIB. 10's across the board. If you can believe it, we had to get dessert when I saw the Cookie Dough Bread Pudding on the menu. By now I knew that everything from the kitchen was going to be absolutely delectable but this dish was the literal cherry on top. A dense bread pudding with nodes of coffee and I think maybe even some bourbon? I don't know where the cookie dough was incorporated, either in the bread pudding itself or in the ice cream it was served with but it was all so tasty I didn't even care. Everything was DIVINE from start to finish and I already can't wait to be come back and try so much more! read more

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We had an amazing time checking out this new spot in South Miami. Ambiance: The vibes were amazing! The music, bar area and main dining area are all great. The decor and details are beautiful. Food/Drinks: We went for happy hour on Friday night before going to the movies and the drinks and food specials were great pricing and absolutely delicious. We drank spritzes (I believe they were called Russel did it first) and they were delicious and generously poured. Then, I had a classic margarita which was beautiful and refreshing! For food, we recommend the croquetas (there are two types and both are great), the patatas bravas, oysters and caviar bump. Service: Richard was our server and he was spectacular! Took the time out to make our visit there very smooth and special. We even forgot out to-go boxes and were down the street and he came all the way after us to give them to us! He was exceptional and everyone we interacted with was very friendly and professional read more

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Food was delicious! Tapas style for people to share mostly. We enjoyed all the plates we got. The paellas are not your typical paellas - they come in a cast iron pan and are crispy on the bottom. We loved it, but if you're looking for your typical paella, maybe pass and try another plate. The pan con tomate, patatas bravas, and ham croquetas were great! Will be back to try more. read more

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Came for a Friends Bday dinner, the food was amazing! We ordered a bit of everything, nothing disappointed. The drinks were made to perfection and service was top Knotch. The staff was attentive and fun. Went at night and had a great after hrs vibe. The speak easy bar is in the back and tables throughout the restaurant read more

The food is great. The smoked paella was delicious. Service was good and the ambience is very nice. I wasn't necessarily wowed by every dish we ordered however everything was tasty and I enjoyed the experience of dining at Bar Bella overall. My fiancé enjoyed her cocktail quite a bit and I loved the bar, fully stocked and a wide selection of spirits read more

Great happy hour!!! The food is yummy and so are the drinks. There aren't a lot of great happy hours in South Miami, so I'm so happy this opened. read more

Now vice city, food service and ambiance are all on point. P.S. sit at the bar for the best service and go for lunch for the best chicken parm sandwich out of NY read more

Wow wow wow!! The most delicious appetizers I have EVER had! The drinks were also amazing! I regret not taking pics of the food but my Goodness what a mouth explosion! Such a nice place for a date night or outing with friends. I will definitely be coming back to try more stuff. This place is top notch! read more

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My first visit. Greating and service was great. The food that I ordered was good.Somewhat limited with their beer selection. As the menu selection is also except for the pizza offered. Will return! read more

This is one of the greatest additions to South Miami. If you ever experienced Jorge's food at barley and swine you'll be ecstatic when you arrive at Bar Bella. Food was 11/10. And Saturday happy hour? Amazing! We tried the octopus, caviar bumps, clams, duck wings, short rib paella and bread pudding. Try them all. you're welcome! Only giving this a star rating because servers need a little help but not a deal breaker. We'll definitely be back. read more

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Jasmin was effervescent! Her service and smile were incredible! The pizza is the best I've ever had. EVER!!!

Run, don't walk to Bar Bella!!! In the middle of a desolate South Miami there's a new bright spot! Bar Bella Spanish tapas bar with a twist. Food is a fresh twist on Spanish classics and outrageously good. The bars 2 of them are manned by awesome bartenders that take pride in their craft. The drinks are WOW! Perfectly balanced. And the atmosphere and decor perfect. This is my new favorite place!! read more

First of all things on the menu were not available. This is a trendy restaurant to be seen. Food was horrible. The call a paella that was ready in 10 minutes. Burnt rice and tasteless. Stay away. read more

Going to Bar Bella and enjoying a great cocktail is just the tip of the iceberg. Jorgie Ramos always makes you feel like you are part of the family. read more

The food was delicious. Our waitress told us the menu changes every day and the oysters are caught fresh every day. Trendy restaurant with cool drinks and modern music. Only thing worth mentioning is the seating arrangement (near the bar, against the wall) was a little uncomfortable. It seems to be a known thing because the waitress mentioned we might feel like we're "falling" because of the cushions. read more

Fantastic experience!! Had no idea would love the food and ambience so much! Go Columbus grads!! Get the cauliflower, won't disappoint!!

This place is so good, we went for a birthday party everything was amazing, our waitress was Monica and she couldn't be better, we loved her, 100 percent recommended read more

Food was great and our server Melany was amazing‼ she made our experience more delightful because she had a great attitude and was very accommodating. Loved the vibes and the tapas. read more

I have been following Chef Jorgie Ramos for many years and considered him my friend until Saturday night 3/15/25. I went to his place in South Miami with my wife for dinner. She ordered a burger and I ordered fish with the skin off and the hummus on the side. When the food arrived, the skin was off put the fish was laying on the hummus. My wife's burger was not very hot. We sent it back and when it came back, the burger was great put my fish tasted terrible. I sent it back. In fact the last few times we went there, we were not pleased with the food at all. Chef Ramos who, in my opinion, cannot take bad news about his food, sent my wife an e-mail never to go to any of his establishments again. He did not even have the courage to contact me. My wife was upset because she thought we had a relationship with Chef Jorgie and his family. I am fine with not going to any of his establishments. I hope this helps people make a decision on which places to help during these tough times. Fred read more

Amazing! Everything about Bat Bella is great! The food is amazing above anything I've tried. The atmosphere is chill & the staff is the nicest. Thrilled to have such an awesome place in the heart of South Miami read more

Amazing place! Great vibe, great food and great service. South Miami finally has a hot spot.

Amazing!!! Food and drinks are delicious. The ambiance is incredible. South Miami gem! Can't wait to go back.

Amazing experience!! Melany provided exceptional service and the whole place is giving vibes. All the cocktails were great and have super fun names. Let's not even get started with the food. All bites came out super quickly and were delicious. read more