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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.

Comfy atmosphere

AMAZING Sip, bite, sip AKA pina colada

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Bamboo Room by Trader Vic's

4.5(22 reviews)

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!

Entrance to the Bamboo Room by Trader Vic's from the pedestrian mall area.

Sign at entrance of the Bamboo Room by Trader Vic's

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The Scape Goat

4.4(135 reviews)

1.4 mi

10/10 for the location, for Steven the bartender and for the great drinks. Nothing overly hype…read moreabout it, just a great all around stop for drinks.

Why I'll go back: Solid cocktails in space with a low-key, loungey vibe…read more You HAVE to order: pick your poison Tony's Tip: no food here. Prep accordingly. Down the street from Stubborn Seed and around the corner from Carbone, you'll find a cocktail bar mid-block that is so understated it will actually pique your curiosity. Is this place open? What's in there? What's up with that name? Yes, it's open - and very late! Inside, you will find a wide variety of cocktails and a smoky coolness waiting. And the name? Dang! - I forgot to ask. Homework for my next visit. Following an early dinner, the lady and I enjoyed a couple of drinks around 8:30. We were the only ones in the place, which still felt cozy. Learned a lot about the group that owns this spot from our friendly bartenders. Drinks were good, the playlist matched the loungey vibe, and the prices were in line with what you'd expect (gratuity included). Overall, a nice early nightcap. We did pop our head in last year around 10:00 p.m., and the place was ramping up. I've no doubt it's a great scene the later you get.

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Privilege Cocktail Lounge

4.8(12 reviews)

Best expresso martini of my life!!!…read more We went around 5pm and the place was empty. Live music was setting up and playing by the time we left. There are a few TVs so we were able to watch part of a football game. Seating at the bar and some lounge type couches also available.

If you are looking for a low key bar that is relaxing and has a chill vibe, privilege cocktail…read morelounge ticks all the boxes. The bartender was amazing. He customised the cocktails to our tastes. Place is not crowded. Music is great. There were complimentary chips.

Blackberry Margarita

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Old fashioned, spicy mango margarita and Moscow mule

Sweet Liberty Drinks & Supply Company

4.4(1.1k reviews)

Sweet Liberty is all about the great cocktails, tasty oysters and fantastic service! From the…read moreoutside it looks like an ordinary old gift shop of some sort, but inside is a whole different vibe and a great one! We were wanting a few appetizers and drinks before meeting with friends for dinner so we stopped in. So happy we did! It had just opened for the day and only a few other couples ahead of us. We were greeted and sat immediately by the host. Our waitress greeted us with a smile and recommended a few great cocktails and oysters to start. We took her advice and added the Tuna Crudo, which was FANTASTIC, the Beet Deviled Eggs, EGGCELLENT! We can't say enough about our experience and look forward to trying many other delicious items on the menu. Cheers!

This was my first time here surprisingly! Everyone raves about this bar. It's such a nice vibe. The…read moremusic is good. The service is great! I came with.a few friends for some cocktails and I really enjoyed my espresso martini. They have a happy hour as well with a menu that changes constantly, I thought that was pretty cool. Pretty cool to know that they have been rated as one of the 50 best bars in the WORLD. That's a pretty big achievement to accomplish. Parking can be tricky, you may find street parking. If not you can park at the lot by the beach. Other than that, you should be right on your way to having a great night.

Bar area

Chicken and waffles

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The best pino colada!!

The Roof

4.2(27 reviews)

Great little rooftop spot to grab a cocktail or a bite. This FIFA season we watched the games a…read morecouple of times here away from the big crowds. They had some nice TVs at the bar to see the games. The food is good but cocktails are a little pricey. Not sure if they have happy hour specials. But the fresh air on this rooftop really feels nice.

I like the roof top pool and bar here. Not that big of a pool. More like just a lounge area. The…read morebar has a vibe and the hotel location in a great approximate area to Espanola area and dine in eats. Service was meh. Hotel feels like a French vibe. Close walking distance to the beach approximately 8min walk. Easy to catch a uber Lyft around the area. 25min drive to the airport.

The rooftop

Patio

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Delirio Tiki Bar by Swizzle

4.5(41 reviews)

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.

Bar

The Bar

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Cave 305

4.0(48 reviews)

We celebrated my friends birthday here and had the BEST time! Delicious food, phenomenal customer…read moreservice, lovely atmosphere.. pictures of these place do not do justice. We can't wait to go back. They also have miami spice lunch and dinner! I even posted a video recap in case you want to see the vibes: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DceGhkhRiZQ/?igsi=MWgzOWZnbXRtNTF5dA==

We decided to try Cave tonight based on reviews from Yelp; as others have mentioned it has a cool…read morevibe, and the music being played by the DJ was not too loud. When we arrived we were greeted and promptly seated inside at the back wall in a booth. There was another couple to our left and one or two others across the room at other tables. The couple in the corner who was seat next to us proceeded to talk extremely loud and had several FaceTime calls with their children as if they were in a private location and not a restaurant. Our entire meal consisted of listening to them in the phone and talking so loud to each other and their server we could hear every word! This rude and annoying behavior overshadowed the meal and left us very frustrated and annoyed. If you are going to require certain attire (although several guest came in while we were there who had on shorts and flip flops) and charge very high prices, you should have a cell phone policy in place and redirect guest to step outside or leave if they feel the need to FT their family for 20-30 min. We spent well over $200 on a meal for two and it was one of the worst dining experiences we have ever had. The enjoyed the food we ordered except for the French onion soup which I sent back. The Burrata Caprese was fresh but could have used a few more tomatoes and my husband really enjoyed his steak. I chose not to order anything once my soup was returned because we wanted to leave as soon as possible. Over all the service was good and most of the food was too. Unfortunately, there are those who'd have no regard for their environment and those around them which makes others experience negative! The manager and severs were aware of what they were doing too as they walked by a few times and looked at them. But failed to intervene and for that they get two stars.

Floor

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The Social Club

4.2(2.1k reviews)

Our server Marlon made sure we had a great experience and everything we needed, making himself…read morefrequently visible which isn't something that can be said for many waiters. The food was great and so was the service.

Great service! Very clean and upscale. The food was amazing! Definitely recommend the heavenly hash…read morewith a fried egg on top. Very good! The açaí spritz was my favorite drink! My kids loved the homemade lemonade. We will be coming back!

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MILA Restaurant

4.1(2k reviews)

0.2 mi

•$$$$

The food and drinks were so yummy. Jesus was an amazing server and gave me a birthday desert.read more

Ana was the best !! And gave good food recommendations great service , great experience.read more

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Emily L.

2 years ago

My friends and I had a delightful evening at Issabella's in Miami Beach. The restaurant's ambiance is simply beautiful, offering a perfect blend of elegance and comfort. From the moment we stepped in, we were impressed by the warm decor and inviting atmosphere. The food was outstanding; each dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. Whether it was the savory appetizers or the delectable main courses, every bite was a culinary delight. The drinks were also expertly crafted, complementing our meals perfectly. What truly made our experience exceptional was the impeccable service. Abby, our waitress, was attentive and friendly, ensuring that we had everything we needed throughout the evening. Victor, the manager, also went out of his way to make us feel welcome and ensured that everything was to our liking. Overall, Issabella's exceeded our expectations in every way possible. It's the perfect spot for a memorable dining experience with friends or loved ones. I can't wait to visit again and explore more of their wonderful menu. Highly recommended! read more

SJ P.

274

1 year ago

Where to begin? This place was absolutely fabulous! The atmosphere was beautiful, and the food was truly top-notch. Every dish impressed us, from the thoughtful presentation to the creative twists on familiar ingredients. The arugula salad with truffle and artichoke was outstanding, the swordfish was unbelievably good, the grilled broccolini packed so much flavor, and the hummus was creamy and delicious. Even the cucumber mocktails were both refreshing and beautifully crafted. We loved everything that came out of the kitchen. Overall, a stellar experience! We'd return in a heartbeat and highly recommend it to others. A note to management: We did find it off-putting that an 18% tip was automatically added to the bill for a party of two. It felt a bit presumptive, and honestly, we would have tipped more had it been left to our discretion. read more

Francisca A.

2 years ago

Fui nesse restaurante pela a primeira vez e quando paguei a conta e assinei o recibo usei a caneta para pesquisar algo na internet porque a caneta era própria para isso devido ter uma borracha na ponta ! E a garçonete muito indelicada falou por favor não roube minha caneta absurdo ! Poderia processar ela por conta disso! Nunca mas volto ! Acho que as pessoas deveria ser mais bem treinadas ! Depôs o restaurante fecha e eles não sabem porque read more

Ron S.

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555

1 year ago

I went to Issabella's for Mother's Day. It's a nice place with seating inside and out. It's located right on the Lincoln Road shopping area. The staff is very friendly, and the prices are reasonable for Miami. We had the Burrata Special, Octopus, and Calimari as starters. All were delicious. We tried the Eggs Benedict, Endive Shrimp Salad, and Langostines for our main meal. All the dishes were delightful, and we will return. read more

Jeasica E.

2 years ago

I cannot believe the experience that I had I wanted to celebrate a special occasion at this restaurant. I wanted to splurge and purchase a very expensive bottle of champagne. The server looked at me and my friend and commented. There's no way you too can't afford this bottle. I asked to speak to a manager immediately, and he never showed up me and my friend got up and left immediately completely disgusting . read more

Edward G.

3 years ago

Wow, I'm surprised how great this place is for Lincoln Road if you haven't been yet make sure to check this out. It's the only decent restaurant on Lincoln Road. Don't be fooled by the other ones I don't write restaurant reviews.But I could not pass up this opportunity to share delicious place. Waiters are also nice to service was impeccable every detail from the host to the GM . Ck it out read more

Fran K.

4 years ago

We shared crostinis, salmon& rigatoni. Everything was delicious & served with freshly baked rolls. The host Victor is so friendly & accommodating. Our server was attentive and nice. Happy hour is a great deal too. I will definitely be going back. read more

Katherine G.

4 years ago

I had the worst experience at this place, never ever in my life I felt as discriminated as I felt in this place. The management made me feel like I as worthless just because I'm a foreigner. A XENOPHOBIC restaurant read more

Salvador S.

3 years ago

wonderful night! Great experience, definitely will be there again in my next visit to Miami Beach..... excellent service, nice place and delicious food. 100% recommended!!! a must go place on Lincoln Road read more

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The service here was beyond amazing. We sat at the bar and got a few martinis while waiting for a…read moretable, and the bartenders were super attentive and friendly. The tomato martini was one of the most delicious martinis I've ever had. The cucumber one was also sooo good! Then, the staff who served us at our table were all fantastic! We got beef tartar (delicious) and a bunch of pastas during their pasta night. My fave was the veal ragu one, but I loved all! I'll definitely be back here.

While the server was very nice, for a restaurant so dead empty on a Wednesday night this place the…read moreservice was slow that i cant see them surviving on a weekend. We had to essentially beg for menus. Ontop of which the quality of the food was terrible. My dish was cold but after waiting so long there was no point in getting it replaced. Nothing about it seemed fresh & for a menu so limited youd think every dish would be perfect. I also dont recommend the cucumber martini they need a better bartender or recipe cause it looked like the dirty mop water there was zero appeal. When in doubt avoid restaurants in the south beach area they are overpriced & not worth the money. For an Italian experience theres much better options. As far as the ambiance it was ok the look was nice but whoever picked the artwork its definitely questionable. Not returning

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Food and service were both incredible. We went for lunch and had the Wagyu smash burger. It was a…read moresolid choice The ambiance was a bit weird. Listing states beachfront but our table faced a pool that was being used by the hotel guests. It was not an issue but a heads up would have gone a long way

We went for dinner and had a great time! Our server Kenny was amazing. He was very attentive and…read morecharismatic. The food and ambiance was a 10/10. We went for a bachelorette and it was the perfect place for a nice dinner.

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We came here for our anniversary, and it was exactly the upscale, luxurious feel we wanted for the…read morecelebration. Cecconi's is located inside the SoHo Beach House, so you already know it will have that vibe. Parking is valet-only and about $30; normally I wouldn't mind finding street parking somewhere else and walking a bit, but there really isn't any nearby. Right when we walked in, we were blown away by the ambiance. It's absolutely beautiful. They started us off with completely bread and olive oil. Service was super fast! I got an espresso martini and the rigatoni bolognese. It was super flavorful and delicious, and the perfect serving size to where you're full but not bloated. I was a little disappointed because their website listed Cacio e Pepe, but the server said it's no longer on the menu. I really really enjoyed the rigatoni, but they should keep their website updated. Just a note: tip is included no matter your party size!

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This is a really charming restaurant in Miami Beach. The ambiance is cozy blended with elegance…read more There's a parking lot in the back of the restaurant. We were a large party of 11 on a Saturday night and were well taken care of. I got to try a number of the appetizers and soups. Our favorite has got to be the Stracciatela soup. The meatballs were good and so was the calamari. For me, personally, my favorite was my main dish, the Chicken Parmigiana. The portion is big and delicious! It has just the right balance of cheese and sauce and it was very filling. I finished the great meal off with an espresso. We felt welcome and enjoyed a great dinner. Thanks!

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