I came to Miami in search of an alchemy shop, hoping to discover some rare ingredient capable of…read morecuring my dreadful allergies. Instead, I stumbled upon Koana Tiki Bar--a hidden little chamber of tropical enchantment tucked away from the ordinary world. As Miami's only tiki bar, Koana is surprisingly well themed. It is a smaller establishment, which explains why reservations are required, but the intimate setting only adds to the charm. Once inside, the outside world seems to disappear beneath warm lighting, exotic décor, and the unmistakable feeling that something mysterious is being prepared behind the bar. The food is available, but Koana truly shines through its drink menu. The team has clearly done its research and assembled some serious heavy hitters. My companions and I visit whenever we're in Miami, and we've sampled nearly every drink on the menu. I have yet to encounter a bad one. They are fairly priced for Miami, though their strength should not be underestimated. These are not casual refreshments--they are potent little potions disguised as tropical cocktails. The staff is always kind, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable. They're happy to explain the drinks and guide you toward something that suits your taste, whether you seek something sweet, sour, smoky, fruity, or powerful enough to summon your ancestors. During my visit, I combined several ingredients from the menu into a highly experimental concoction. After one sip, my allergies vanished completely. After the second, I could smell colors. By the third, I was convinced the palm trees were speaking to me in ancient tongues. I have no idea what was in that drink, but my sinuses were clear, my spirit was elevated, and I briefly achieved enlightenment beneath a decorative tiki mask. Reservations are essential, the drinks are strong, and the bar is small--but Koana is absolutely worth seeking out. Just be certain you're prepared for whatever spirits may answer when you raise your glass.

Can't recall ever reviewing staff and patrons, but ya kinda have to in the case of Kaona. That's…read morebecause the guests here are almost as engaged in the operation as the staff. Guess the insight here is Kaona draws folks who so totally want to be there and participate in the nightly celebrations that it becomes contagious, spreading from table to table with smiles, laughter, and cameras. Oh yeah, and did I mention the cocktails? I feel the term 'artisan' is so overused nowadays that I avoid using it, so can we just go with the Bill & Ted description that Kaona's tiki drinks are "Most Excellent!" Will non Gen-Xers get that last reference???

Hidden Gem with Speakeasy Vibes! We've visited Trader Vic's…read morelocations all over the world (because you have to have a Piña Colada, right?!), but this one was a true hidden gem tucked away inside the Esmé Hotel. Loved the speakeasy vibes, the DJ spinning great music, and the super cool bartender who made the experience even better. The drinks were creative and fun, and the bartender was incredibly helpful in guiding us to the perfect choices.

The Bamboo Room is the lobby bar for Esme Hotel, and another spot I got to enjoy this last weekend…read more It gives us speakeasy vibes since it is a couple of steps past the door and past the front desk. Past its door is an oasis of good mixology and deep house music. The bartender made an artistic preparation of a well blended mai-tai, and the drink was nicely garnished as well. They have a few couches and tables to relax, but why not enjoy the house music beats on the dance floor? Yes the space is cozy but it was a great throwback to my clubbing days of yore. Highly recommend!

Casa Tiki is always a vibe! The cocktails are killer, there is a great list to choose from. I love…read moretheir espresso martini. All the bartenders are fun and really make the cocktail experience an interesting one. I came with some friends to Casa Tiki to enjoy the Love Island watch party they were hosting. It was such a fun evening, everyone really enjoyed it. Casa Tiki had everyone interacting with one another and bonding over the show. They even had a twerk battle, it was a party! This place feels like it's Christmas in a tiki hut. There's a pool table right when you walk in, if you come later in the evening you have more of a chance to acquire the table. There's street parking available for anyone coming to check this spot out.

Such a fun time with great music. Loved the theme of the bar and the vibes. Loved how creative they…read moregot with the Bad Bunny house. It was a little difficult to get to the bar because of the amount of people, but once there bartenders were very friendly and even recommended some drinks. Can't wait to return.

We went back after discovering this place last year. The drinks and atmosphere continue to be great…read moreand the bartenders are skilled and attentive. This is the coziest bar I've ever been too and I love it.

Super small bar with 5 drinks. I wouldn't call it a tiki bar. They have some rum drinks and use rum…read morethat is not great. Pictures are deceptive. Not a richly done bar at all. Tiki bar folks will probably hate it. I certainly did.

I always love this spot. Cool atmosphere with the casual tiki vibes. The mojitos are SO good and…read morehave great garnishes and flavors. I've tried almost every flavor and love them all. Definitely a must-visit spot if you're in Wynwood and you like flavored mojitos and tiki vibes.

The mojitos, lechon sandwich, and guacamole were all very enjoyable. The mojitos were vibrant,…read morerefreshing, and tasted freshly made. The lechon sandwich was packed with flavor and loaded with generous portions of pork. The guacamole was good overall, though we felt the portion size was a bit small for the price. We also sampled several mojito flavors. The tamarind and cucumber variations were our favorites, offering unique and refreshing flavor profiles. Unfortunately, the blackberry and strawberry versions missed the mark. The fruit purées and muddled ingredients seemed to overpower the drinks, resulting in cocktails that lacked both sweetness and distinct fruit flavor. One thing we really enjoyed was the atmosphere. While the restaurant is primarily an outdoor dining concept, the combination of air conditioning, fans, and covered seating kept things comfortable. The tropical tiki hut vibe creates a fun and relaxed setting that makes for an enjoyable dining experience. One thing guests should be aware of is that a 20% service charge/gratuity is automatically added to the bill. It's worth taking a moment to review your check before adding an additional tip to avoid unintentionally tipping twice.

Gramps, I'm so sad to see your doors closer after 13 beautiful, illustrious years. You hold a…read morespecial place in my heart as a steady go-to - always reliable and always delivering. Your drinks kept flowing, your music kept me moving, and your vibes carried my days and nights. That frozen key lime margarita? Truly out of this world delicious. You were friendly and low-key, without being the over-the-top that Miami has turned into. You were there in Wynwood's humble beginnings, when it was fun, artsy, and we were all exploring together. Thank you for the good times.

I am glad to experience Gramps. RIP and as Kash Patel or whatever the bug eyed bastard said, "I…read morewill see you in Valhalla. I have the juice now."

Delicious Bloody Mary's and wings poolside! Service was terrific and the vibe pure fun!read more

Happy hour and a chill quiet vibes, waitress attentive and friendly and the jerk chicken was just…read morethat amazing and hot. The way I like it. I decided to order my burger (Mexicano ) to go!

swizzle rum bar & drinkery is a beautiful speakeasy hidden inside the stiles hotel on collins ave…read more you walk down the street into an unassuming hotel, go straight and there are signs to go downstairs. there's an open hall room in the front with a nice sized patio to the left, with a full bar area and seats up to 30 guests. from the hall room, just after the patio is the entrance to the smaller, gorgeous swizzle rum bar & drinkery with 54 seats. the space is elegant and sophisticated, and truly feels like you stepped into the past (in the best way). this speakeasy was created by the top miami bartenders, so you know it's top of the line. they're open from 7pm-3am every day. they're voted best cocktail bar in florida of 2025 and best cocktail bar in miami of 2024. you can have private events here, or grab some drinks with friends. they have over 150 types of rum, and many one of a kind cocktails. it wasn't too busy on a thursday evening, although there was an event in the back. i tried their mamey swizzle, as a huge fan of ginger, and it was absolutely delicious! my friends, who recommended swizzle, loved their drinks too. everything here is a 10/10, you can't go wrong if you step into this portal. mamey swizzle 10/10 swizzle rum bar & drinkery cannot be missed if you love craft cocktails, gorgeous speakeasies, and a wonderful vibe. they do add automatic gratuity for any party, and i also tipped on top of it, it's THAT good! ambiance: 5/5 food: n/a drinks: 4.8/5 service: 5/5 swizzle rum bar & drinkery: 5/5

I finally found a bar in South Beach with a nice chill vibe. It was busy when we arrived but…read morefortunate to find a table to sit down and sip on some drinks. The staff here was also very welcoming and friendly. I tried their Mamey Swizzle and instantly fell in love. It came with rum, Mezcal, mamey-ginger puree and Jamaican bitters. We had mojitos during our dinner and some more mojitos at another bar that I didn't have that great of a vibe. So it's fair to say we had enough alcohol to call it a night, but this Mamey swizzle was so delicious I had to order another one. We'll be in Miami later this month and you can bet your ass that I'll be returning for some more of their Mamey swizzle.

Margaritaville Bayside has easily become one of my favorite date night options in Miami! The buy…read moreone, get one half off margaritas makes it even better, especially when you're enjoying them with such a beautiful backdrop of the Miami skyline and the Ferris wheel . Talk about the perfect Miami ambiance! The service was great from start to finish, and of course, the watermelon margarita was the star of the show for me so refreshing, fruity, and delicious! It's the kind of spot where you can grab a drink, enjoy the views, and settle into a fun, relaxed evening together. Definitely adding this one to the date night rotation!

I came here with my daughter on a last minute reservation we made through OpenTable. After going…read morethrough the crowds at Bayside Marketplace, we finally arrived at the restaurant and walked upstairs after we checked in to be seated. We sat near the glass view of the water and the Skyview. Our waitress came promptly and took our order. It took unusually long for our food to come out seeing that there was a light crowd there on a Saturday evening. It finally arrived after the waitress saw that we were looking around after about a half hour and she told us it would be out shortly. The chicken tinga tacos were delicious! It came with a side of rice and beans. The Cajun shrimp dip was flavorful as well. It took a while to get our bill, which I don't understand why the reason was for it. There is an automatic gratuity added to the bill, which I found surprisingly considering the service as well as paying to park in the garage. It wasn't an dinner in paradise.

"Let's take a drive south and have some fun!" And that we…read moredid, Three Men and a Baby. Arrived at Gramps, valeted the suv for seven bucks (!) and were ushered to a four top near the deejay booth outside. It wasn't too humid and the energy of the place was buzzy and fun. Our fabulous server JC brought waters and iced tea. Cannot say enough about her, JC. Perused the menu: I started with conch fritters for the table. The Dads ordered the grouper dinner and a smash burger. I opted for the blackened grouper sandwich and fries. JC steered me to the roasted potatoes with a spicy jalapeno sauce and she was correct. My dining partners gave big thumbs up regarding their dishes. My fish sammie was topped with pikliz, a spicy slaw. I devoured it. To end it all, a slice of key lime pie with a torched meringue! Out of this world. Let's talk about the music. The deejay Chris played remixes of familiar songs that added brilliantly to the ambience of the visit. Plus he entertained the kid with earphones for him to hear the music. Magical. Thank you. I must say that I was impressed by the quality of the food. If I was younger, I think that Gramps would be a fun ride to work at.

Gramps Getaway I'm…read moresorry but this is the BEST lobster roll in Miami and no one can convince me otherwise The ambiance is really cute and definitely adds to the experience. Taking off a star because it is SO hot and it's not really somewhere you can go when it's raining. But for the lobster roll alone?? 100% worth it.