this place would be great after work to decompress, have a drink and watch the sun set. the view is amazing and the ambiance is very chill. it's right in the lobby as soon as you walk in to the hotel so you don't have to search for it. the offer complimentary snacks and light foods. i'd definitely come back to relax. read more

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Great place for cocktails in the mandarin oriental hotel with some food/snack options such as fish tacos or AL pastor tacos with live music during weekends read more

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Great view of the Miami shoreline. Nothing special in terms of cocktails or service. Did not eat here read more

Fun spot that often has live music (sometimes it's way too loud and I rarely ever think this) with your usual upscale drinks which are slightly expensive. read more

10 stars for Pamela the bartender! Recommendations, drinks and her spirit made this an unforgettable experience. read more

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I've been coming to the MoBar for a few months now and all I can say is that it is hands down my favorite bar in Miami! From the moment you arrive valet welcomes you with a smile and the bellman always hold the door open for you. The drinks are always going above and beyond my expectations. Jose never ceases to amaze me not only does he make amazing drinks but the way he makes the drinks feel theatrical! It's like watching a live performance! The support staff and other bartenders always have a warm welcoming smile! The food is also great my favorite is short rib tostones as a started with the burger. From time to time I enjoy smoking a nice cigar and luckily they have a nice selection and a balcony with a stunning view of the Miami skyline where I go and enjoy my cigar alongside my drink! The Bathrooms are always clean and have a decent amount of privacy which is a huge plus! If you haven't gone yet i highly recommend it! read more

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Loved this bar/lounge inside Mandarin Oriental Hotel. They have live jazz and bartenders really know what they are doing. It has dim lighting and a relax feel to it. It is not a party type of scene but if you like a nice relaxing evening for couple of drinks this is definitely a place to try. Cons: being from New York, this place closes early for me. read more

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We came here for an impromptu lunch. The staff was very courteous and the food was fresh. Salad was $18 and a half bottle of sparkling water $5. A sophisticated yet casual vibe with a good view. We look forward to trying the happy hour. read more

Located in The Mandarin Oriental Hotel right over the bridge leading to Brickell Key. You will find the bar right in the lobby area overlooking the La Mar Restuarant . Beautiful view of the water and downtown Miami. Even better happy hour $5 snacks and small bites, $8 fancy cocktails. The whole set up of this space was well thought out, spacious, elegant, and great ambiance. The service was spectacular that I received from Daniella and Karina. I'll be coming back for sure. Parking was a bit difficult to figure out, had to park across the bridge and trek my way over. But the views and sites were worth the walk. read more

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I was staying at the Mandarin Oriental this past weekend when I was visiting Miami, and the MO Bar made my entire trip infinitely better. This hotel bar is beautiful and has a very chill and sophisticated atmosphere. They often have live music as well. I enjoyed this bar so much that I came here two nights in a row. The first night, my friend and I sat at the bar. We came for during happy hour, which is Monday-Friday 5-8pm. You get 3 drinks for $25 which is an excellent deal. Their drinks are typically ~$15 and up, but they're still worth it. I first tried the New York Sour - whiskey, lemon, simple syrup, egg white, red white float. I'm normally not a whiskey type of girl, but I decided to try this intriguing combination of ingredients. Watching the bartenders freshly crack the egg whites into your drinks was such an experience! The touch of red wine at the end is nice too. I enjoyed this drink so much that I got another. I also tried the Elderflower Spritz - St. Germain, sparkling wine, club soda. I'm a fan of St. Germain so I really wanted to try this. This drink was delicious as well, but I think I was spoiled by the New York Sour. Alejandro makes amazing drinks! Steven, the manager, is excellent too. On my second night, I had a New York Sour and an Old Fashioned. I have nothing negative to say about this bar. If you're in the area, or even if you're not, you should make your way here. It's a great bar/lounge to go to with your friends or on a nice date. read more

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Went on Thursday evening for happy hour with my twin, our first time there. It was spectacular! The view was beautiful. Jose Hernandez was our bartender, he was awesome, extremely nice, personable and his drinks were delicious!!!! Shawn Abreu took care of us too and was great. Patty was wonderful too. Great team effort! Highly recommend happy hour here. We will definitely be back and spread the word. read more

This is a really cool little place out in the Brickell area. At first we were looking for it because on yelp it says it has a really cool view which i would have to say that it does not to mention some really chill music performed by a live band. They play all the Spanish classics like Bessame...oh you know for that romantic vibe. But honestly it's a really cool trendy little spot that the next time i come visit i will definitely check out there food menu. We stopped in for some pretty innovative cocktails and enjoyed the music for a bit, the hotel is gorgeous so definitely just come here for the instagram picture or just for the cool lounge vibe! read more

Great place for Happy hour (5pm-8pm every business day) Depending on the bartender, they might offer you signature drinks. Awesome view and atmosphere inside the bar! Highly recommended for a nice romantic time! $8 cocktails /$ 5 bites during happy hour Monday through Friday 5-8pm The place is getting pretty packed immediately after opening. Hurry up to get your spot read more

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Entering MO was like checking in for a micro-staycation. Just across the bridge on Brickell Key, MO is a perfect walk away for Brickellistas and just what my worn out mind needed on a Friday night after a long week. Happy hour drinks were $8 and bites were $5. For drinks, I had the Social Punch, which I'd get again, and the John Collins, which I wouldn't since it was completely bare in presentation. After all, in such a beautiful setting with the Brickell skyline as a backdrop for the bar, I want my drink to look as nice as it tastes. Drinks come with complimentary crackers and olives to nibble on, but for something more substantial, I'd go for the tostones slider, spicy tuna cone, and/or salmon cone. Live music started around 8:30pm, featuring a 2-man band that sounded incredibly like a full ensemble. Looking forward to coming back next time I need a micro-staycation. read more

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Great Experience from beginning to end!!! My co-worker had recommended to visit a few times and I finally decided to swing by and all I can say is WOW! The Valet team upfront was fast professional and greeted us with a smile.Our Bartender Jose was nothing short of amazing! I can see he has a passion for his craft by the way he carried himself and crafted our drinks! The bar had live music that night and it was just the right kind of music for the place, very smooth and relaxing. My wife was very impressed with the visit and we'll definitely be coming back! read more

Great place, attentive service, gorgeous views! Delicious food and drinks! Good to bring friends in the evening read more

My wife and I love the Mo Bar in Las Vegas so we had to try this one. It's a different feel in that it has a Latin Salsa type music vibe which was a little sleepy for our tastes but the bar is very classy and signifies what you come to expect from a first-class organization like the Mandarin Oriental. Jose was a great bartender. He has some flair skills and was getting his jam going without missing the attention that is needed on these types of drinks they make there. My wife had a glass of Prosecco and I had a Laguna Chardonnay. We only stayed for 30 minutes but we would definitely recommend it to people who want a cool vibe in Brickell. read more

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Great lounge area in the main lobby and they even have a happy hour menu that was still available until 7 on a Saturday night! We tried a few different small plates; beef sliders, crispy calamari, shrimp cocktail and ended the meal with the chocolate mousse. The chocolate mousse was definitely a favorite of the foods. We did have to send our sliders back bc they were burnt to a crisp but a fresh plate with non-charred sliders was promptly re-made and brought out and they were pretty good. They had a lounge singing group with latin inspired songs with a hint of jazz that included drums; bongos; acoustic guitar, marachas and even a trumpet. We had a nice evening chatting, eating and trying out their cocktail menu. read more

Inside the Mandarin Hotel. I was disappointed there were only 3 high top tables to sit outside. The happy hour is a great deal and the $5 bites were amazing! At times most places offer dips and fried food .....these apps were SO good. We had the salmon cone, taco and short rib sliders. The apps were large enough I felt like I had a dinner. Our waitress was super sweet and always ready to take our additional drink orders. Right on the bay, the views of Miami are beautiful! Great Happy Hour choice read more

My family was staying at the Mandarin Oriental so I grabbed a few drinks at the bar with them throughout their trip. Ambiance: great live music, good luck getting a seat. Very modern, Mandarin Oriental-like interior design. Certainly, a more upscale, modern hotel bar. Price: exactly what you expect from the Mandarin Oriental, like nearly 20 for each drink. Unless you go for the social/happy hour. Service: Friendly. I was surprised that they took care of a drunken guy who seemed to be harassing an interracial couple next to him. I barely noticed the disturbance cause he was escorted away before I could register what was happening. Quality: Quite an interesting Gin & Tonic-sesame oil? I enjoyed it. My boyfriend and sister got other whiskey based drinks that they seemed to enjoy. I would go back for the music and if I were staying at the hotel. The hotel itself is on a man-made island and most Uber/Lyft drivers had a difficult time finding it. It's literally like the first right off of the bridge from Brickell. read more

We just wanted a beautiful place to chill and listen to music. There were brothers playing Spanish guitar and they were great. The drinks were delicious and the atmosphere sophisticated. Def a good place to get a nightcap. read more

Great view and great happy hour!!!!!! The view itself was worth the experience and visit. Just FYI. There's no public parking just valet for the hotel. Remember to let your server know to receive a discounted price. read more

I live in the Brickell area of Miami and am always looking for a good place to go for a drink after work - this is one of the top 5 Hotel bars in Brickell. The very tall large lobby is a great setting and the glass windows looking onto downtown Miami makes this a very attractive place to go. Service is very efficient and good and the seating areas are very comfortable. I will definitely find myself here more often. read more

Anyone who loves to whine constantly about bad service in Miami (we all know these people) clearly has never been to the Mandarin Oriental, and more specifically, its lovely little lobby lounge known as MO. Mentions of service are often noticeably absent in my reviews, as it's only the truly awful or truly exceptional instances that capture my attention. For MO, score one in the "truly exceptional" category. The attention to detail here is on a similar level to what would be expected in a posh London lounge. Not only are the servers friendly, yet professional and swift, during happy hour we noticed the bar manager *constantly* working the room, keeping customers happy, and adjusting the blinds just so, as to keep pace with the setting sun and ensure the ideal balance of natural light and shade. The atmosphere couldn't be better, with downtown Miami and Brickell perfectly framing the westward terminus of south Biscayne Bay. The moment I sat and ordered a drink, I felt like a million bucks. Speaking of the bucks, MO isn't "cheap" during regular hours - but thankfully, it offers up a generous happy hour from 5-8PM, Monday to Friday. $25 nets 3 of the drinks on the happy hour menu. Some places skimp with their happy hour menu in terms of quality and/or interesting cocktails, but I'm pleased to report that here, a decent variety of well-done classic cocktails are on offer. For example, consider the Negroni, Blood & Sand, Old Fashioned, and an excellent take on a whiskey sour with a red wine float known as the "New York Sour." I started out with another classic option, the French 75, an old New Orleans favorite. It's a refreshing, simple cocktail of gin, lemon, sparkling wine and syrup. I have to say, I wasn't expecting too much out of this one beyond sheer refreshment, but it turned out to be the tastiest French 75 I've ever had....including the one at the namesake New Orleans bar Arnaud's French 75 - but that's another story for another review. MO nailed it, with just the right balance of acidity, fizz and sweetness. Moving on to the New York Sour and the Blood and Sand, I found a similar level of craft. Someone here knows what he/she is doing. Now, $25 for 3 cocktails, I like the price, but I think that the quantity is a little awkward if you're just a couple on a date stopping in for a quick drink or two. It means that someone has to take one for the team and drink two while the other is left with one. This is perfect for a party of three, of course, or if you'll be there for a long enough time to make it through 3 cocktails apiece, making it 6 for $50. For a quick 20 minute stop in, though, it could be a little awkward, so keep that in mind. That said, I'd be glad to plant my roots here for a couple hours and soldier my way through 3 drinks. It should also be said that this IS Brickell Key, so parking is bound to be costly. Parking on the island itself is limited to A) a very expensive garage or B) expensive valet. I intensely dislike valet parking in all its forms anyway, so leave it to me to find a better option. If you'll be there for happy hour, park on Brickell Bay Drive on the other side of the bridge. At that time, finding a spot shouldn't be an impossibility. Then, just walk across the bridge to the Mandarin Oriental - no big deal. I was excited to have found this place - I don't feel that many locals would know about it, as it's ensconced within a hotel on an island. For that kind of quality and atmosphere, however, and at happy hour prices to boot, I consider it well worth checking out. read more

This is one of my favorite spots to enjoy a good drink, a great view and some live music. This lobby bar is worth a visit for tourist and locals alike. Always excellent service and interesting people to meet. Light bites also served. read more

It's in the Mandarin Oriental. The bar is beautiful. It's city views very romantic. I tried the lychee martini, which was fantastic. My friend ordered bitter beer but couldn't have it because the bar was out of bitter beer. There are no happy hour specials. The bar is fantastic if you live a nice view with good service. This is a perfect bar for its hotel guests, anyone with an expense account and anyone who may prefer drinking liquor and mixed drinks over beer. Parking is valet. We thought we'd save in parking by passing at the garage, but for hours turned out to be $24. Yikes! In my book, quite the pricey night for just two drinks and there are better hotel bars in town with nicer happy hours. You decide. read more

Stopped by MO Bar for Happy Hour on Friday before having an early dinner at Azul. For snacks I ordered the the Salmon Cone and Tostone Slider, they also provided a bowl of Wasabi Peas. As drinks I tried both the Blood & Sand and Vodka Gimlet. Quality First I have to say that I appreciate that they provide Wasabi Peas a different and delicious treat to snack on while you have a drink. All the snacks we had were off the Happy Hour menu so they were small, but just what you needed. The Salmon Cone was basically an extended sushi roll, which was just ok. I really liked the Tostone Slider, which had a good sized slab of short ribs and queso fresco between to small tostones. Its just a few bites, but a nice treat. I ordered the Blood & Sand, which was Scotch, Cherry Heering, Sweet Vermouth, and Orange, but it was too much for me and I ended up trading with my girlfriend for her Vodka Gimlet, which was simple but delicious. Quantity The drinks were of good size, but each time they came out in a different type of glass which I found weird. The food was very small, so they are appropriately titled bites. Value For Happy Hour they have a special menu with a good assortment of drinks for $8 and some small snacks for $5. It is a great deal considering the great ambiance and views, but it would be a bit harder to convince to come when things were full price. Ambiance MO Bar is located right off the lobby in the Mandarin Oriental on Brickell Key. The bar itself flows seamlessly with the tone and flavor of the rest of the hotel. The bar is the center point with two large windows to the water and views of Brickell itself. Around the bar are a bunch of small tables with cushioned chairs for small parties. It is a bit awkward as it does get busy and people end up moving chairs around in odd positions. I also felt like the chairs are not the best for taller folks because they were low to the grown and left my legs sore. Off the left side of the bar is a small outdoor area for less obstructed views of the city. There is also a stage for live music, but it looked like it was starting right after happy hour so I did not see the performance. I would expect the music to follow the theme of when I was there however of a hip lounge mixing the culture of Miami and folk rock. Crowd The crowd was a clear mix of visitors vacationing in Miami and staying at the hotel and businesspeople who likely work in Brickell or downtown and know the happy hour deals. Everyone there seemed to be having a good time, but there were definitely families there with young children so a tantrum or two can be expected. Service Absolutely tremendous service. Even though we were sitting at a table and not at the bar, our hostess was incredible and made sure to make constant rounds. She immediately noticed that we switched drinks and offered to make something different, but we explained it was fine we just liked the other persons drink more. The manager also stopped by to check on us. I did not expect such attention for a simple Happy Hour. Parking So I don't have much insight into Brickell Key, but it seemed to me to be unlikely to have any easy parking. The valet for the hotel is a bit pricey so we just took an Uber. I assume if the weather was cool you could also make the short walk from Brickell, but a car seemed like a better option. Extra MO Bar is a surprisingly cheap Happy Hour for the overall experience. It is nice views, a laid back vibes, and exceptional service. The biggest issue it is a bit out of the way, but if you are visiting one of the restaurants in the hotel definitely come early for a pre-meal cocktail. read more

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This place is a hidden gem in Brickell, as I don't think many of the locals in this area think to go to hotel bars (unlike South Beach). Living on Brickell Key though, we walk over to the Mandarin Oriental for MO Bar's happy hour on a pretty regular basis. The decor and atmosphere are nice, and the view across the water to Brickell is beautiful. (There is even a small patio area if you want to sit outside, though it doesn't seem to be open very often.) What really sets this bar apart though are the handcrafted drinks. They do excellent versions of classic drinks, and put their own spin on others. Their moscow mule is one of my favorites. Yes the drinks are pricey, but trust me, they pack a punch. Plus, they now have happy hour M-F from 5-8pm where about a dozen of their cocktails are 3 for $28, which really is a great value (I'd be paying at least $30 for five or six beers elsewhere for happy hour, which would be about the same amount of alcohol but way less tasty.) Service is excellent, which should go without saying. However, I'm saying it anyway, because in addition to being extremely skilled bartenders, Kris and Eric are always very friendly and helpful. If you're looking for a packed bar with lots going on, you might want to look elsewhere, but if you're looking for a relaxed place with a gorgeous atmosphere and excellent drinks, this place fits the bill. If you live in Brickell, take a stroll over to Brickell Key to grab some pre-dinner drinks at MO Bar - you won't be disappointed! read more

I wish I could put million stars! It was my first time here, and I loved it. The staff is soooo nice. I sat at the bar, since I got earlier and had to wait for my friend. Can't thank enough Annie, she was the sweetest. The place is nice, quite, great atmosphere, amazing food, outstanding service! And also Annie recommended to come here when they have live music, oh I definitely will. We've enjoyed our time here! Thank you so much! read more

Great happy hour and the bartenders are always awesome & friendly. Sashimi was very good.

Always a nice time at MO Bar's excellent happy hour. It's an underrated choice in the Brickell area, especially since it ends at 8pm. The cocktails are well-made and the service is attentive (as it should be). The food is pretty good too -- the sushi handrolls are particularly delicious and are my favorite -- and if you don't like what's on the bar bites menu you can always order food from La Mar. Either way, you can't go wrong! read more

I love the ambience of the new MO Bar with it's high ceilings and floor to ceiling windows... Beautiful bay scapes you can watch the sun set whilst enjoying a class cocktail such as a Moscow Mule, French Martini or just stay simple and have a glass of bubbly. Life is good when you step into the Mo Bar. Kris is bar keep extraordinaire. read more

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We went there for drinks, a little overpriced drinks, the waitress didn't show any enthusiasm to serve us, it was like we forced her to serve! The salad was very good, overall, the food quality is good, the view is very nice, it is worth trying at least once when you are in Miami. read more

Pros: Beautiful setting: nice leather bar chairs, nice lounge furniture. Great view! Amazing service!!!!- bar attenders are superbly nice and attentive! Live music- awesome. Drinks are great. Bar food? - it's ok, nothing great, but this is not the place where u eat, so am giving 5 stars based on everything else. Downside?: I was there Friday in October and it was empty with exception for few couples and a small group of friends. I am not sure if this place ever gets busier socially - but the venue is so beautiful and with live music - great place to be anyway. read more

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My wife and I were visiting Miami for several days and wanted to go for dinner and listen to live music. This was an excellent choice because the ambiance was nice for mature adults, music was great, and the food was delicious. They even fulfilled our request for sweet potato French fries although it wasn't on the menu. I recommend this lounge for a fun date night out. read more

Truly an amazing establishment, with a breathtaking view of the waterfront. The scenery of the ocean coupled with their top shelf whiskey truly tickled my pickle to the highest levels of joy. The staff and bartender were all extremely helpful and a joy to speak to. read more

This typical hotel bar is located inside the Mandarin Hotel in Brickell Key. It is usually visited by tourists rather than locals. The place has a great atmosphere and a beautiful view of Biscayne Bay. On Tuesdays they offer unlimited sushi for $25, and they have a Happy Hour from Monday to Friday. What we liked the most: Spicy Tuna Riceless Roll read more

MO Bar + Lounge deserves every star. Yes, the cocktails by Bar Manager Steve Minor are out of this world. Yes, the food is superb. But above all else, I fell in love with this place because of the attention to detail, personalized customer service, and Steve's knowledge and passion for what he does. During happy hour (Monday - Friday from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.), you can pay $25 and choose three cocktails from an extensive menu organized by kind of alcohol (Vodka, Gin, Whiskey, Aperitifs, Wine & Sparkling). On Thursdays and Fridays, the bar features a band playing live jazz and/or salsa/Latin music. By Steve's recommendation, my boyfriend and I started off with the Americano (Campari, red vermouth, club soda) and the New York Sour (whiskey, lemon, simple syrup, egg white, red wine float). Both were wonderfully on the bitter side, which made them a refreshing change from the overly sweet and overly strong stuff you usually find at most bars. Next we tried the Southern Swizzle (Bourbon, ginger beer, Crème de Peche, peach nectar, lemon, mint, Peychaud's bitters), which tasted like a wonderfully refreshing (almost tropical) and zingy spin on the Mint Julep, and the delightfully smoky Ahi Rocoto & Pineapple "Margarita" (tequila reposado, rocoto-pineapple mermelada, house citrus coridal and lime wiht a Tajin rim). The "Margarita" is a special drink they conceived for Bar Spice. I'm usually a chicken when it comes to spicy drinks, but this one was all smoke and flavor with no painful bite. Our server also told us it can be moderated to suit guests' preferences for heat. Lastly, our favorite drinks were the Pisco Sour (Pisco, lemon, simple syrup, egg white, aromatic bitters) for its velvety viscous texture, and the Purple Haze (pear vodka, St. Germain, lychee and hibiscus juice, and rose champaign, served with a candied hibiscus stuffed with lychee). The Purple Haze isn't on the actual menu (it's a cocktail Steve created while working at the Atrium in Chicago), so you have to ask for it special. It's to die for and mesmerizing to look at. Like I said, though, while the drinks and food were phenomenal and definitely merit the price, it was Steve and his team that really made the experience unique. Steve doesn't just make a recommendation and tell you what's in it - he explains how the ingredients act together and why they blend well on a molecular level. He's extremely well versed in his craft, and gave us an enthusiastic lesson on mixology basics - everything from how to order a drink like a pro, common misconceptions about certain liquors, and the secret ingredient to making your own drinks taste like craft cocktails (quality, well-stored bitters!). You can tell right off the bat just how passionate he is about what he does, and he and the team constantly checked up on us to get our feedback, offer recommendations, or just make sure we had room on our table and water in our cups. At the end of our dining experience, Steve poured us a sample of his own signature tequila, which he makes himself in house. Apparently, you can't ask for it - it has to be offered to you by him, and you only get one shot per person. It was so smooth, earthy, and smokey that it went down like a digestif on its own. I highly recommend MO Bar to anyone who wants a thoroughly immersive cocktail and culinary experience and is looking for some real customer service in Miami. It's also a hell of a place to impress a date at! read more

Decided to stop in here a while back for some drinks when I heard they had live jazz. Very hard to find here in Miami. Beautiful bar in the lobby area of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Service and drinks were good and the music provided a very mellow ambiance. They have a good menu as well although I didn't try it. The one thing to be warned about are the prices. 16 to 20 dollars per cocktail but that's too be expected given the location. read more

I like this place on Friday nights and on Saturday nights for some music and an old-fashioned 9 to 12