While visiting the manager at Makoto, he recommended Cafe La Trova for their Michelin mentioned…read moremojitos so away we went! Originally made reservations for shortly after they opened for dinner and moved it to 6:45. We are so glad we went later! The place quickly filled up and the live band got started! The staff was a little slow to greet us after getting us seated but made up for it in food recommendations! We enjoyed the portion sizes, flavor, and live entertainment!

The drinks are delicious happy hours is a must The…read morebartenders were friendly and very helpful. They have a band playing the space is spacious great for groups.

This was truly an experience! When we got access inside, we were greeted by such a nice woman. She…read moreintroduced herself and gave us information about the place. Showed us to the bar and got our seats wiped down. The kitchen wasn't serving hot food since we came after 10pm, so we opted for hummus which was soo good! Our drinks were great, and my bf got a cigar which was a great experience. The man who was in that area, was knowledgeable and helped him choose the right one. This is a great place for a group night out and I can't wait to come back with my friends! The ambiance is like you're in a different time, very different and I loved every minute of it!

I love a cool speakeasy thats suktry and sexy. Place definitely has grown vibes…read more You can go through the black door or do the coolest thing and go thru the actual red Phone booth (choose this option and have your phone ready) The place is flowing with cocktail ambiance. The bartenders here are artist. The menu appears like a vintage book with history about each drink. But listen honey when I tell you these cocktails are Amaze! Just try anything or ask.to be surprised. Remy was our server and he is freaking awesome and has skills. He helped us choose our cocktails cause everything was sounding like a vibe. The food options sound delish and the sliders and pizza seemed to be a hit as we saw that mostly. We were here for drinks though and we stuck to it. Only down fall for us is that we aren't cigar smokers, so the room was filled with it as we didn't know its a cigar lounge as well, but to each his own. Come drink eat and ber merry!

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!

If you're in Little Havana and want a spot that really feels like Miami, this is it…read more Stopped into Ball & Chain for the vibe and a couple drinks and it delivered. Tried the Piña Basil Mezcalina and their famous mojito. Both were refreshing, well balanced, and clearly made with quality ingredients. The mojito definitely lives up to the hype. The space is what makes it stand out. Live music in the main bar and a back patio with another bar and stage that brings great energy. Easy to move around and find your vibe. They also serve food until midnight which is perfect if you are hopping around Calle Ocho. Between the music, drinks, and crowd, you can really feel the culture here. One of those spots you experience, not just visit.

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.

Casa Neos never dissapoints! We came for Mother's Day and Dubi made it SO special! The food was…read moreincredible and the ambience and weather was just perfect!

I came here to celebrate a friend's birthday, and since this is her favorite restaurant, she took…read morethe lead and ordered everything for the table. I have zero complaints--every single dish was amazing. The food, drinks, and service were all phenomenal. The ambiance is beautiful, and I especially loved that it's right on the water. Such a great experience overall. I'll absolutely be back!

I went to have dinner nearby and I saw people walking in with sound equipment and musical…read moreinstruments, so I approached the person at the door, and he told me there were four bands scheduled, playing punk and hard core, in English and Spanish. I thought for a moment, paid the cover, and walked in. The music was pretty good. The place was not full, this was probably some underground event. I got a cocktail to try, it was pretty good but cocktails and punk don't match, so I switched to cheap bear when I was done. It's a cool venue, close to me, and the staff was very friendly. I had a good time.

The Kitchen Club was an iconic goth club in the South Beach Hotel in 1988. They played new wave,…read morepost punk, alternative, and industrial music by bands like Nine Inch Nails, Ministry, The Cure, Depeche Mode, and Sisters of Mercy. I used to go to the club in my college years. After the hotel was sold, the club moved to the Rocky Horror venue in Coconut Grove. In 1999 after that closed too, the club became a roaming pop up at different South Florida venues. Which is how I came to be at Bar Nancy in Little Havana on a Saturday night. They host a monthly Kitchen Club night. Almost everything was closed in Little Havana by the time I arrived so it was surprisingly easy to find metered street parking only two blocks away. Bar Nancy did not have a cover charge which was nice. The bar is decorated like a pirate ship with many nautical touches. It is named for the brigantine Nancy, which transported war supplies during the American Revolution. The room the bar is located in was small, dark, hot, and crowded. Many people enjoyed themselves on the dance floor in front of the DJ. They also have a backyard area that was popular. My favorite room was the one between the two. It was decorated like the Captains quarters with a couch and comfortable chairs. I could still enjoy the music and more importantly, the air conditioning. During the night I had a delicious Amaretto Sour. Despite the dive bar surroundings, it was a hefty $15. While that is expensive for a cocktail, it was a small price to pay to relive my youth for one evening.

Stopped here for a respite from the bustle of Calle Ocho - there was a festival going on - and the…read moreheat. It is very welcoming to tourists. And they speak fluent English, which cannot be counted on here as I discovered. On a corner location, a great place to relax and watch the activity on the streets. Had a sangria. It was delicious: fruity, not too sweet, and packed with ice. Perfection. They have food too. Japanese-Peruvian fusion. Sounds interesting. Sadly I had other dining plans. A negative? Must I? Ok ... thinking ... The counter was too high, or the chairs were too low so I could not use the festive red-white striped oversize straw and had to resort to a generic bendy one.

We came for a late night bite. The hostess is welcome and…read moreour server Andreas was amazing, sweet & informative! Great serves!! Food came out quickly! The vibe is great! Good music, sometimes they have live music outside. $6 drink all day! Definitely a place to check out. Food and drinks hit the spot! Come down to the famous lil Havana and try them out!

Great views of Miami. We surprisingly got a spot at the bar to get some drinks which was awesome…read more The space is small, but we were able to find a nice spot with a great view! Drinks are pricey but helloooo, Miami. The service was good, quick and easy!

Gorgeous view…read more Crowd is not great. More touristy now. Service was average. We stayed a few mins after the service was slow and the crowd was not classy.