We visited Ball & Chain in Little Havana with a party of 7 on a Friday evening around 6:30 pm, and…read morewe were pleasantly surprised that the wait was very short. The live music created such a fun and lively atmosphere and really added to the experience. The food was beautifully presented and tasted just as good as it looked. Everything we ordered had great flavor, and the overall vibe made for a memorable evening. It's the perfect place to enjoy good food, great music, and the vibrant energy of Little Havana. We would definitely come back the next time we're in Miami!

The food was very disappointing. The only decent dish was the ceviche, but it contained only about…read morethree small pieces of fish, with the rest being mostly fruit and four shrimp. My salmon was severely overcooked to the point of being inedible, and the asparagus was just as overcooked. My sister's chicken was also dry, bland, and overcooked. They also don't offer large bottles of water and instead charge $7 for a tiny single-serving glass bottle. Absolutely no. Giving 2 instead of 1 bc the live music was amazing and the waitress was nice but the kitchen is a -5.

Amazing food service and atmosphere. I would go back anytime I'm in the area. Best dinner we had…read moreon our trip.

I stopped by Tipsy Flamingo and had such a fun night. The vibe is super Miami: colorful, tropical,…read moreand lively with great music & energy. It's perfect for hanging out with friends or starting/ending a night. The drinks were really well made and you can tell the bartenders know what they're doing. Everything was balanced, flavorful, and fun. We had the My English Is Not Very Good Looking which was like a yummy dessert, and the Elegant AF which was delish. A cool spot with great energy and solid cocktails. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the mood for a fun night out.

This bar/nightclub is VERY aesthetically pleasing with a bunch of photo ops & overall a huge vibe…read more They recently added a photo booth which is super cute. They always have the best drinks & even have a little food spot next door.

Dirty Rabbit has gotten so much better after the remodeling they performed. The music has always…read morebeen great. We had a great time because Feid's dj was playing the evening of my husbands birthday. The vibes were immaculate, everyone was having a great time. The only thing I will say is that for the amount of money spent on 2 bottles, there was not a lot of space in between the tables. I wish there was a bit more room in between each section. The service was good though, and our server refilled our ice and mixers as needed. I loved that they put happy birthday on the sign when they brought the bottles out. Can't wait to come back and dance with my friends. If you haven't been to dirty rabbit, you've got to check it out. Like the sign says....Are You Dirty Enough??

Hidden gem! I really love the vibes at this spot when there's an event or live music it's a fun…read moreclub scene here. The severs and drinks are good too. I love showcasing the best of Miami so find me on IG @ chloexmorgann

Mostly stayed outdoor at the patio and it was a fun, chill, and intimate vibe here! The music was…read moreawesome and pumping. Good music and so much good mood lighting that wasn't too overwhelming and dark where it would feel too much like a nightclub. Thumbs up! Love the lighting outside and inside. A lot of different seating arrangements if you want to sit at the bar, lounge around, sit at the individual seats with tables. I came here with a group. The dancing was fun and other people were dancing and just here to let loose, be silly and have fun! Had a great time. I didn't order food or drinks so can't speak on that!

This was one of the best spots I've ever been to in Miami, with great music of all kinds but…read morespecially focused on the more mature crowds. We partied until close and people were very attentive. The owner is always there and even invited me a special beer they sell there exclusively which tasted like heaven!

We visited this bar last night per the "best lychee martini in miami" comment that was made and let…read moreme tell you the martini is indeed delicious! Would i call it a lychee martini? Not really. The lychee taste gets lost in the ingredients but i would most definitely order it again. Very small space, intimate vibes and kind bar tenders. Also please note, even though the hours of operation start around 9-9:30pm online, they don't actually open until at least 10:30pm so please keep that in mind!

My wife and I had a great time at "Sip & Salsa" class party at Mango Tropicana! It was…read morewell-organized with reserved tables in a separate upstairs lounge w/ our placards on table, and it was nice to know we don't have to keep eye out or keep looking for tables like regular clubs since we don't really drink. Alex our instructor was fun, engaging, and an intelligent instructor that broke the dances down for even beginners to follow easily. We first had bachata lesson at 8pm, followed by complimentary mojito and Cuban bites, then wrapped up with salsa lesson at 9:20pm. I wished salsa lesson was a full hour, followed by more fun salsa dancing with instructor dancing alongside (you know, cuz regular student folks won't keep dancing salsa on their own without pros' boosting presence) because afterwards everyone pretty much stopped dancing salsa after the last song after lesson ended. Then it was regular club time. Good vibe and we had fun. The wristband we got allowed free entry to the club downstairs so we could enjoy the cabaret performance and backstage live music band a bit too. Overall I would recommend Alex and Salsa Mia without any reservation for anyone with an open mind looking to have a good dancing time! Try it - don't be scared as there's no need to be! Gracias Alex!

For the price, it's worth every penny. The instructor was a great guy, worked with students…read moreindividually as needed, though there were a couple of moves that were a bit too much for me (spinning). I loved the setting - Mango Cafe is a vibrant and fun place - the class takes place in a side room on the second floor. We had 15-20 people, and the space was starting to get tight, but bearable. Appetizers were tasty, and enough for a couple of helpings. For the free drink, they accommodated the request for a virgin mojito. Includes a wristband for Mango Cafe entry after 10:00p (they close at 5:00a). Highly recommend the class, it's a great value.

Cafe La Trova is the real deal and then some. We came for dinner and got a full Little Havana night…read moreout of it. The food is the kind of Cuban cooking that makes you go quiet for a second: a beef and rice bowl with black beans, sweet plantains, and avocado that was rich and deep and comforting, plus a flaky empanada that disappeared in about four bites. Nothing felt like a tourist version of Cuban food. It felt like someone in the kitchen actually cares. Then the live music kicks in and the whole room lifts. A band right in the space, real Cuban son, the bartenders working behind that gorgeous bar like it is a performance of its own. The cocktail program is legendary for a reason, the cantineros are pouring with serious skill, and the energy is electric without being a chaotic club scene. Yes it is on the pricier side, entrees run into the thirties and up, but you are getting top tier food, world class drinks, and live music in one seat. Worth every dollar. Five stars, easy, and I am already trying to figure out when I can go back.

I'm going to start with the positives: the ambiance, food, and music were all excellent…read more Unfortunately, I have to warn future guests about our service experience. An older waitress served our table. She first brought us calamari that was undercooked, sticky, and raw. She replaced it with octopus, which was more expensive, and we agreed to keep it. We also asked for tap water, but she brought us bottled water instead, which cost $10. The restaurant was very dark, making it difficult to notice these things right away. Before we had a chance to review everything, the food was already served. When the check arrived, she pressured me to pay quickly, so I didn't have enough time to carefully review the bill. Later, I realized we had been charged for additional side dishes that we never ordered, which increased the total significantly. This restaurant is wonderful and doesn't need these kinds of tactics. I only wish they employed more honest waitstaff. My advice is to carefully check your order and your bill before paying so you don't end up spending extra money or dealing with unnecessary stress that could ruin an otherwise enjoyable evening. I truly loved the atmosphere and the food, but I was very disappointed by the service. For me, the ambiance and food deserve 5 stars, while the service deserves only 1 star. That averages out to a 3-star review.

Just come. Cool vibes. Small locale punched with great energy. Homegrown fun. Come and chill. Come…read moreand be a part of the scene.

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