Bar Kaiju was recommended to us by our server at Walrus Rodeo (great restaurant just 10-15 minutes…read moreaway, by the way). Her recommendation was spot-on because we really liked this place. This is a fun, trendy bar with delicious drinks and solid service. It's totally worth checking out. First, I love the theming. Kaiju is Japanese for "movie monster." Ever seen Pacific Rim (2013)? The logo looks like a rough outline of Godzilla. The menu is designed to look like Japanese monster (e.g., Pokemon) trading card books. Each cocktail has its own card art, stats, and tasting notes. Neat. And the vibe of the place is like - I don't know - Japanese neon Blade Runner. It's cool. The four of us got a variety of drinks and were welcomed to our table with complimentary shots. I had the Guije cocktail which cost $24 after tax and tip. Yes, that's the one thing about this place - the drinks aren't cheap. Tasting notes: "Guije is a savory, tropical, and funky cocktail featuring Chairman's Reserve Rum spiced with Mojo Criollo, offering hints of bay leaf, pepper and garlic. Along with fresh mango, lime, Maduro, to round out the robust yet tropical flavors." It was strong, refreshing, and fantastic. All of our drinks were presented beautifully too. My wife thought she left her wallet here. The next day, I DMed @bar_kaiju on Instagram and they got back to me in less than a couple hours. Whoever got back to me was responsive and kind. (Luckily, the wallet turned up elsewhere, but their help was appreciated.) Bar Kaiju is located on the 2nd floor (mezzanine level) of the Citadel food hall. It opened in December 2022. I found out after the fact that they were ranked #77 on the "North America's 50 Best Bars" extended list in 2025.

I had heard a lot of great things about Bar Kaiju so I was excited to try it. It was a little…read moredifficult to find it because it's located on the Mezzanine floor of the building and the first floor is a food court. Once I found the elevator, Kaiju was clearly labeled there tho. The entire bar is dark and has cool red lights all around. We went to the bar to get seated and were led to an open table for our group. Our waiter immediately filled our water glasses and brought the menu. The menu is super cool because each drink is presented as a Pokémon card. There's a lot of info especially on how they compare to classic cocktails. Everything on the menu looked good so my friends and I got a bunch of different drinks. Some of my favorites were the Rodan, Guije, and the pandan drink (I forgot the name). The Michelangelo was also good but a little spirit forward for my taste. I'm excited to come back and try some more of the menu.

Understory is such a cool and chill spot. A really bit venue with a lot to offer. Lots of lush…read moregreenery around and cool decor. It feels like a big maze, where you keep discovering something new. Their nights vary with different events from djs to jazz and they have a variety of food on given nights. When I went they had pizza and tacos. A main bar with cocktails, a wine bar, and beer bar. I opted for the vodka passion fruit cocktail. It was pretty tasty, just had too much ice. It comes in a cute re-usable plastic cup. Staff was nice and helpful throughout the venue. There is seating scattered throughout Understory for food or just to relax. Definitely want to come back again soon!

If you are looking for a place where some of the best in Miami hospitality come together to create…read morethe coolest jungle vibes, look no further than Understory. Picture this - you walk into a tropical oasis and have the option of cocktails from Jaguar sun, wine selections from Bad Seed - a new wine bar pop up from Karina and the folks at Niu Wine -, rotating food from some of Miami's most loved chefs and last but not least - MUSIC! You'd think these folks just took your best friends magical back yard and created the most fun party in their house, but instead its at Understory and you can enjoy this oasis weekly on Thursday's and Fridays. I went for the first time last Thursday where I got to try a rum punch but with Mezcal that was delish. Then I moved on to a selection of delish wines and pizza by Flour and Weirdoughs. To say the vibe is impeccable is an understatement. I happily stayed until they closed at midnight, passing the time hanging out with friends and listening to the most fire playlist. They also have live jazz that starts at 9, which you can't really hear from the wine bar area since the space is so large, and DJs later in the evening as well as Friday. You can enjoy free entry before 8:30 pm. The best way to stay up to date on their weekly pop ups is to follow them on IG at @Understorymia. Can't wait to return!

Alright, where to start here...everything was absolutely excellent!…read more Parker rolls (3.5/5): going to start with the weakest link. Yes these are viral, no they are not mind blowing. Deliciously fluffy and great with butter but they are still just dinner rolls. Hokkaido scallops (5/5): honestly one of the best bites of food I've had in years. The sweetness of the scallops, slight spice from the sauce, and balanced with pickled ginger...perfection. No words after bite 1, near tears after bite 2. Agnolotti (5/5): get this. The corn, crab, sauce...everything about this worked. This is like a healthy work environment where everyone lifts each other up. You'll get the sweet, the chew, the softness, the salty. Just get it. 26 oz ribeye (4.5/5) with peppercorn sauce (4/5) and bone marrow vinaigrette (5/5): okay so this dish was our main and it did not disappoint. You can definitely taste the beefiness from the dry aging and that alone was enough. With the peppercorn sauce it was great. BUT with the bone marrow vinaigrette, that took this steak from "really good" to life changing experience. Kouign amann ice cream sandwich (5/5): if you've never had a kouign amann, it's like if a croissant and a cake had a baby. Add in some ice cream and this dessert would've had to choke me to death on the way down to not get a 5/5. I'm alive and arguably more than ever after eating this platonic concept of dessert perfection. Get this! The restaurant was beautiful, interior looks like an NYC steakhouse while the exterior outdoor seating is very Miami. The service was some of the best I've ever had. Every server was knowledgeable, friendly, and you felt like they all really enjoy being here. Overall, if you're in Miami, you have to come here. One of the best dining experiences I've had in years!

Sunny's is, at least, the best restaurant in Miami. The crab agnolotti on its own is worth the…read moreflight from New York, The service at Sunny's is exceptional. The staff make you feel at home the moment you walk onto the property. I say property because it is much more than a restaurant. It is a gorgeous courtyard, multiple bars, a huge dining room. It's one of the most unique layouts I've seen and it creates the foundation for an incredible experience. Our reservation was 8:30pm on a Sunday and it was packed. There was not a single open table. We left around 11pm and still, totally packed. Sunny's is a hot restaurant - anytime, any day they are booked solid. The food is incredible. We started with the raw bar and had oysters, scallops, hamachi, and razor clams. The raw razor clams were the best I've ever had. The scallop with the salsa verde.... Wow. Amazing bites. We got the sausage filled with Comte cheese. This is one of the best items on the menu. Must order. We ordered the agnolotti and cavatelli. The duck cavatelli is an excellent pasta dish. The crab agnolotti is one of the best pasta dishes I've ever had, if not the best (contenders are Torrisi and Lilia so you know I know). When you bite into the agnolotti, it bursts like a soup dumpling filled with rich corn butter and cream. It's quite literally magical. You have to appreciate the genius and talent that went into this dish. We finished with the hanger steak - perfectly cooked and seasoned. We enjoyed it with potato butter and green peppercorn sauce. We also got the fries. A perfect, golden, crispy fry dipped into the potato butter as an experience on its own. Our dinner ended with the kouign Amann ice cream sandwich. A must order if your second stomach can handle it. Not sure if I've used the work "spectacular" in any of my Yelp reviews to date, but Sunny's deserves it. A night to remember!

I witnessed the bartender downstairs, Friday afternoon, tap my card on his back right pocket after…read moremy charge. Highly suspicious and unusual. The following day my acct. showed a fraudulent transaction. Heads up!

This is not my first time visiting this food hall, and one thing I can say is that all of the…read morevendors here are good! I've tried the burgers, pasta, pizza, ice cream, and this time I decided to try the lobster roll, which was delicious. One of my go-to favorites is the crab rolls, and I can never leave without grabbing cookies from Doña Posada. The concept is self-service, and the atmosphere is super relaxed and local, making it perfect for gatherings with friends or family. I totally recommend it if you're in the area and can't decide what to eat. This place has a little bit of everything for everyone!

The Key is the rooftop bar located on top of the Citadel food hall in Little River, just north of…read moreLittle Haiti. A large group of us gathered here for dinner and late-night drinks on a Friday night. This is a fun, happening spot. It's ideal if you're looking for a casual, laid-back night out in Miami. The rooftop can handle a lot of people. My wife and I ordered food downstairs at Manjay, the Caribbean/Haitian stall at the food court, and took it up to the rooftop (there's an elevator). You are allowed to do this at the Citadel (take food from the food court up to the roof). Staff on the rooftop will bus trays and tableware. I recommend Manjay, by the way, and left a review for it separately here on Yelp. On the rooftop, I had a couple of martinis, one extra dirty. They were well made and delicious. Our friends had a variety of drinks including beer (e.g., Monopolio Mexican amber lager). Pint glasses were served iced over which is certainly nice in the South Florida heat. Service was good. The staff was nice. Several of the chairs had holes in the seats, so that was annoying. The vibe was lively and friendly. Good music.

Came here for a friends birthday party one Saturday night. I really liked how big and spacious the…read morerooftop was. There was lots of seating and space to walk around. There's not much to look at since it's the middle of nowhere but it's still nice. There's one bar, and servers who come to you as well. I like the vibes and music and thought it was a nice rooftop. The drinks I will say weren't my favorite and I didn't eat any food.

This is a local spot near North Beach and North Bay Village, convenient and nice location…read more I've been going there during the last few months. Last time, Emi, the bar tender was a bit nicer than today. Unfortunately, today was dead and boring for happy hour. Happy hour used to have prosecco as part of the special. Well... Now, according to Emi they have only have Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc. The wine was so, so. And the service wasn't good at all. She left the bar for more than 20 min, before I could order a second glass. Not happy this time.

Conventillo in Miami is definitely a spot that stands out. The food was great--everything came out…read moreflavorful, fresh, and well put together. You can tell there's real attention to quality in the kitchen. The service was decent. Not over-the-top, but solid enough to keep things moving without any issues. Nothing to complain about there. Where this place really separates itself is the ambiance. It's honestly unmatched--great vibe, unique setting, and just an overall energy that makes you want to stay longer than you planned. The music was a little on the loud side, but it didn't take away from the experience--it actually kind of added to the atmosphere once you settled in. All in all, it's a place I'd definitely come back to. Good food, strong vibe, and worth the visit.

I came to La Santa Taqueria for dinner and got to order drinks from La Yolanda Mezcaleria as they…read moreare part of the same business and located next to each other. The drinks were crafted pretty well and fairly priced. I love those drinks and perfectly paired all the Mexican food I had from La Santa Taqueria. I will come back for more mezcal-base drinks and to explore their happy hour menu. The service was friendly and the ambiance was colorful.

I've never had a bad experience here... They have a wide range of different Mezcal types from the…read moremost niche to the most commercial if you are a mescal enthusiast come with a friend and share a flight of different Mecal's and leave feeling a little tipsy - the staff typically knows a great deal about all the mescal's offered, which is nice

This was a really cute place. Completely outdoors, so pray for a good night. There is a DJ so…read moredancing is always a plus. The food was really good and very flavorful. The only downfall is that it took forever. When you order your food, they give you a buzzer, but the buzzer beeps and does not vibrate. The DJ plus the ambience makes it really hard to ever hear your buzzer. They should really invest in vibrating ones, either way food took a really long time crazy because food is served tapas style. I liked the seating. It's open and just chill overall. You can sit at a table, a lounge chair, or even opt to play dominoes.

Great music and outdoor vibes. Was a little chilly that night and not many patrons yet. The food…read moretruck was cooking up Some Tasty creole and Caribbean bites, including fish tacos, conch fritters and chicken lollipops. Definitely will check out again.

I stopped by Bar Bucce fully not expecting to stay and eat since we were just coming for a matcha…read morepop-up, but after being inside, feeling the impeccable vibes, and checking out the menu, we had to stay. The meatball is one of the best meatballs I've had in Miami. I tend to rate Italian restaurants based on their meatballs since it's such a classic, and I may have a bit of high standards when it comes to them, and I can not get over Bar Bucce's meatball. Then we got the panini special for the day and the bread was insanely delicious and all the ingredients tasted incredibly fresh. OH! And last but not least, the olive oil cake was truly outstanding. They have a stacked calendar of fun events and pop-ups too that make it a beautiful place to find community in the city, so I am beyond excited to come back and experience Bar Bucce for many times to come!

I had the chance to visit Barbuche, a small daytime spot that's really lovely,spacious, nice…read moreambiance, very bright, with double height ceilings and friendly staff. The food was delicious, I tried the meatball, the Caesar salad, and the mortadella sandwich with porchetta. To finish, the olive oil cake. Everything was truly exquisite, and I'd recommend this place for a pleasant time in this part of North Miami. It also carries a lot of Italian products,for instance, I found apple cookies here that I hadn't been able to find anywhere else. Service was good, though no one ever came by to clear the plates from the table, which matters to me since I like to linger and chat after the meal, and having all the dishes piled up in the middle isn't very comfortable. It's self-service, but they're still supposed to come by and clear the table. 100% recommended!

Best place EVER! We watched the argentinian game here and the vibes were great. Servers were…read moreamazing and made me feel like home. I would 100% come back.

My partner and I were exploring a new area in Miami Shores and decided to try Sins Gastrobar for an…read moreearly dinner. The restaurant is conveniently located right on the downtown strip with free street parking nearby, which is always a plus. The atmosphere was inviting from the moment we walked in. The host welcomed us and told us we could sit anywhere we liked, so we chose a quieter table away from the bar area. There is also a stage section that looked perfect for live music nights, although there was no entertainment during our visit. Overall, the ambiance was trendy, relaxed, and had a great neighborhood feel. They also appeared to have some very good happy hour specials for those who drink. Our server was very sweet and offered several recommendations. We decided to share the burrata appetizer and the skirt steak dinner. The steak arrived first and looked absolutely beautiful. The quality of the meat itself was outstanding and cooked very well. Unfortunately, there was a noticeable charred flavor from what seemed like a dirty grill, which took away from an otherwise excellent steak. It was disappointing because the quality of the meat was truly superb. The fries were also surprisingly good and almost tasted closer to sweet potato fries. At that point, we realized our burrata appetizer had been forgotten. Once we flagged down our server, she immediately corrected the mistake and brought it out quickly. Thankfully, it was absolutely delicious and ended up being one of the highlights of the meal. The fresh burrata paired perfectly with the heirloom tomatoes and tasted incredibly fresh and flavorful. Toward the end of dinner, service became difficult again. We were ready for more water, a box, and the check, but our server was nowhere to be found despite the restaurant not being particularly busy since it was still early in the evening. I eventually had to get up and ask the bartender for assistance. Overall, I really enjoyed the ambiance and appreciated the quality of the food. There were definitely some service inconsistencies, but the restaurant has a lot of potential and several dishes that stood out.