the food, the atmosphere and the decor make for a wonderful night! the live bands i've seen have all been great, and when the band isnt playing the music is pleasant and fun. we sat at a table, which had a minimum spend that is not unreasonable during the week (i cant' speak about a friday or saturday night). you are able to order food from both los fuego, and the living room. los fuegos always gets a solid review from me, and it was my first time trying living room and i loved everything i tried. the hamachi crudo was one of my favorites with melt in your mouth fish and sprinkled salmon roe on top. their desserts are also pretty great, but we all agreed the mascarpone cheesecake was best. the downsides are the doorman and the service in general. the doorman is your typical- miami trying to make a venue extra exclusive to get into (your safest outfit bet is to leave the house thinking you are overdressing). the service took a bit too long for the food to come out, get our wine refilled, etc. so for this, i am dropping a star from the overall experience. read more

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We stopped by The Living Room after dinner to celebrate a friend's birthday and it was the perfect way to end the night. The space is very upscale and elegant, exactly what you expect from a hotel lounge like this. Service was excellent from the moment we walked in. My friend used to work at the hotel and knew several of the staff, and they truly took great care of us all night. Drinks were on point and consistently well made. The live band was such a highlight. Amazing energy, great music, and it definitely turned into a fun spot for dancing as the night went on. The ambiance felt lively but still classy, which made it a great balance for celebrating without it feeling chaotic. Overall, a beautiful venue with great service, great drinks, and fantastic live music. Perfect for a special night out or a birthday celebration. read more

We went with four people. Be sure to dress according to dress code as it is strictly enforced. Our first try last summer did not get us in. The ambiance is awesome but consider if you want to pay the most you'll pay for drinks in Miami Beach. Specialty Drinks run from $26-$38 per drink. I paid $38 for the Japanese Whisky in the video and because it was infused with coffee, I could not taste the whisky. This happened with an infused tequila drink also with a high end tequila. And remember, these prices are without the 20% added gratuity. It was worth the experience but if I go again I'll stick to an Old Fashioned or Manhattan. read more

Rude Staff Completely Killed the Experience I went to the Living Room Lounge at Faena before a show and unfortunately had a really disappointing experience. My sister and I arrived early and were just trying to enjoy the space and take a few photos--the lighting and ambiance are beautiful, so it felt natural to capture the moment, especially since it was her first time there. Out of nowhere, a man approached us and told us we were not allowed to have a "photo shoot." The issue wasn't just the rule (which was never clearly explained), but the way it was handled. He didn't introduce himself, didn't clarify whether he was staff, and came off rude and dismissive. It completely killed the vibe and took away from what should have been a fun, memorable experience for us. For a place like Faena that prides itself on atmosphere and guest experience, I expected a much more professional and respectful approach. If there are rules about photography, they should be communicated clearly and politely. Overall, it left a negative impression, which is disappointing given the reputation of the venue. read more

I came here for my birthday because I LOVE this place, especially when Louis Amanti is performing! The food, service and ambiance are amazing here. Drinks are so good, service is excellent and always a good time! This time we reserved a table with a direct view of the stage, the bar is always great as well. We also ordered a churro dessert and they wrote "Happy Birthday" on it for me, very nice of them. I will continue coming back! read more

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Please share this review with the Food beverage manger Elsa, the developer Alan Faena, the Faena GM Said Haykal. First I will start that me and my wife are regulars for the last 10 years in Los Fuegos ,Living Room, the Setai :Jaya, Japon & Ocean Grill, One Hotel : Aviv &Water, Carbone, Papi Steak, Mika ,Milo's, Mila & Matador...all 5 stars restaurants in south beach on a WEEKLY basis with highest respect from all their owners, management and staff. On 12/20/25 we had a prior confirmed email reservation in the Living Room at 8:30 pm for 2 hours, (of course after tipping the hostess) . We arrived few minutes early and since the living room was unexpectedly completely empty we were seated 15 minutes earlier. Once we were seated they told us that they sat us in the wrong table and moved us to another table which is not organized, once we sat, and ordered drinks. the server started harassing us (3 times) to order food quickly because we had only 2 hours, after informing her that our reservation was till 10:30 ,her response was since we came few minutes early that reservation will end at 10:00 pm ... We asked to speak with hostess whom my wife tipped her $20 to make the reservation. The hostess still insisted that we need to leave the table at 10 pm because they had another reservation. Then manager Joshua came ,rather than being apologetic and accommodating started talking at my wife, raising his voice, pointing his finger, in an angry, threatening abusive manner confirming that we had to leave at 10 , at this time we felt very disgusted and left the place and walked out immediately before even taking a few sips of our drinks, never to come back to this place again. This is an example of how employees can ruin a fine 5 star beautiful establishment, becoming so greedy for money and manipulative ,thinking they own the place. This place was superiorly run and much busier by the prior managers Richard and Chez Monique few years ago. This experience was a disaster, a classic representation of low class employees given authority and taking advantage of their position to manipulate customers. I am requesting this matter to be escalated to the higher management and the developer Alan Faena to be properly investigated and aborted permanently to save this beautiful place... read more

I recently attended a conscious rave - ie no alcohol, yoga and sound bowl vibes at the beginning and end and great music in between in the sand behind the Faena Hotel. (I'm sure in my younger years there might have been one or two in the same area when the buildings in this strip were not as fancy but anywho.) The day rave was hosted by a group of promoters known as Daybreakers and the music was downtempo, a little bit of breaks, and some good ambient. But back to the Faena Hotel: with the spiritual artistic murals in the lobby the entrance toward their back beach was absolutely perfect. After passing the murals, walking past the golden mammoth sculpture, the early evening was perfect for getting down. The beach behind Faena has a breakwater boulder that are perfect for zoning out by the water or having a friend pose for her mermaid pictures as well. Then came great dining. Since we were in shorts and beachy overall, dinner was at their Sun Bar outside terrace. The wonderful Sinatra cover band, playing well past 11PM eased our transition back from raver to corporate and adulthood. Seriously, this gent played all the great Sinatra tracks & closing out with "My Way". My beef burger was "sinfully" delicious. Close your eyes and visualize a juicy blend of juicy half pound beef. Feel the flame of medium well while preserving the juiciness. Picture a flavorful mountain of caramelized onions..swiss cheese..brioche..sweet BBQ sauce. Continue this journey with slightly crispy fries...Immerse yourself in a citrusy cascade of golden Brugal rum. Savor the crispy orange flavor of the mascarpone, journey to its sweet creamy center all the while sipping an Amaretto nightcap. Allow your senses to luxuriate in this journey of flavor. You may open your eyes :) read more

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It's a fun bar with live music. It's expensive, it's great for people watching, and it's great for dancing. As hotel guests we were able to walk right in and over Labor Day weekend went twice. read more

Came here after dinner for drinks and to hear music and it was such a vibe for a Monday night. The decor is so beautiful and grand. The drinks were delicious and i loved the complimentary drink snacks they bring out (popcorn, olives, and nuts). I also ordered a dessert to share and it was by far the best dessert I've ever had. Everyone was really nice as well so I will definitely be back. read more

The Living Room - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Really nice! Super comfortable. Great service. The drinks are very generous and the list is excellent.

A hidden gem in Miami. All the staff there were amazing and very service oriented. When we were walking in, security and Joshua were dealing with an unruly patron very professionally and kept his poise and handled the situation perfectly. Joshua didn't let that affect any of the other patrons and it was a lovely night. He was running around the entire night, checking on all tables and ensuring everyone was having a good time. I have been to a lot of different clubs and venues and he was by far the best I've ever seen, that's the reason for writing this review. The ambience was fun and lively with a lot of beautiful people and a live band for half the night that was singing a wide range from pop to rock and greatest hits. read more

This place gets lively at night with the live band. People let loose even though its a classy joint. You can come to people watch or enjoy the music. Both are great. You are bound to see a celebrity or 2 if you are into that. The drinks are overpriced but you pay for the atmosphere. Fun place and a must try when in Miami. When it gets busy they only allow hotel guests and people with reservations in so beware. Cool spot overall. read more

This place is all hype and no substance. Sure, Miami has plenty of places that fit that description but this place takes it a step further. Waitstaff and other staff were straight up rude, and clearly were evaluating the quality of dress/shoes/handbag/ diamond carats to assess how well to treat you. This feels like the opposite of hospitality. (Or maybe I have too much self respect to go to places like this? ) the "evaluation" from the bouncer getting in felt like being an insecure 20yr old trying to get invited to someone else' section for free drinks in exchange for flirts at a night club. No thanks I'll get my own table. (Likely elsewhere) Two stars because the food was decent (but not particularity noteworthy) and the venue was pretty. read more

My favorite place to go for drinks in Miami Beach! This upscale hotel is classy and sophisticated and so much fun with the live music. The jazz nights are the best and the drinks are all so delicious - I love the cinnamon rum cocktail and also the rose martini. read more

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Horrible Service Upon arrival the bouncer at the door was more interested on flirting on the job with women than attending the front door even getting the ladys number. After finally getting in the door had to stand at bar like we were invisible. The gentleman that arrived after us was attended to immediately and had an issue with bartender (joseph) apparently he had over charged him for 2 shots he didn't order he requested a refund. Finally I got to order my drinks after 25 min. I ordered one house tequila orange drink and one house champagne. He gave us an oder we didn't ask for charging my card 4 shots for one drink and champagne total was over $180.00...I spoke out about it he then handed me 2 shots of house tequila..as if to compensate for incorrect charges...didn't offer me the option of refunding the incorrect charge how he did with previous customer. I'm very disappointed that such a high end establishment would stoop so low to bring up the check illegally to bring up the gratuity since it's included. This is wrong keep this in mind if you decide to visit this establishment. I will not recommend this place and will no longer visit it either. read more

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absolutely beautiful ambiance and a dope spot. I cannot wait to come back and enjoy it again. What a perfectly tailored place with excellent taste. You can't go wrong here. read more

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I had friends in town so we stopped by here after dinner to check it out because ive heard great reviews and seen lotsa posts on instagram. The hotel is pretty but dated. Some parts looked old and dirty probably need a update. I guess this place has been around for a while so its not as new and clean. I don't know about the rooms or restaurants since i only came here for the lounges. The living room seems nice and on the weekend it's packed. 1/2 of the place is members / hotel guests only so we cant get in. I understand this exclusivity policy but we are all dressed up and just wanted to check out the place i dont see why they would turn people away. Anyway we couldnt find a place to sit and the staff were unfriendly so we left. There are plenty of hotels in miami that are nicer so i see no reason i would come here again. read more

The most laughable place i have ever visited. A lady at the door (a so called hostess lol) in a cheap outfit she probably scored on a huge sale somewhere in a discount store, with absolutely no sense of class, is in charge of evaluating a dress code of potential patrons and patronesses as an elegant chic. How ironic lol. Highly not recommended - the service is below all expectations. The place pretends to be classy and exclusive while exhibiting lots of trashy vibes. read more

I really enjoyed this place. It was pouring down outside & the decor which included completely closed curtains made me forget about the weather. This along with the hotel truly transcend Miami & made us believe we were at a resort in the Caribbean. The drinks were flavorful, stiff & crafted to damn near perfection. The truffle potato chips were freshly made albeit having a merely faint truffle flavor. My sliders weren't the most decadent of beef but the truffle cream made them delicious. The croquettes came with a slightly spicy sauce which truly made them heavenly. Thus far this is the best meal we've had while in Miami & I'm not sure if that's a testament to how mediocre Miami cuisine is or how amazing this lounge but but I'll go with the latter. read more

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We decided to bar hop and this was one of the bars we visited. The hotel looks beautiful and the bar was well decorated. The bar itself was packed and there was no standing room at the bar or any sitting room available. I ordered a sex on the beach and it did not taste like one at all; very disappointing for the price. We saw others ask for their drinks to be remade as well. Music was okay but definitely not worth just standing around for. We left after 1 drink. read more

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Super arbitrary door policy and straight up unprofessional. Didn't make any sense, would not come here ever. There are better places that don't do the faux energy and where your money is better spent. read more

Highly recommend the black truffle gnocchi at Faena, it was so good I couldn't stop! The snapper was okay, not my favorite dish overall. We really loved the setting of the restaurant and definitely took a lot of photos on the grounds. We were seated outdoors and it was great weather, the rain was kept at bay with their overhead covers. Would recommend if you're looking for a vibrant spot to get dinner! read more

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Excellent food and service. An incredible over the top ambiance with live music. The dessert was out of this world. Something with pear and tasted a lot like tiramisu, too! Love coming here for a delicious dinner and tons of fun! read more

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I have been eyeing the Faena Living Room for quite some time, their events are very on brand for me (ie cognac bingo nights!!) but due to expense it usually got pushed to the end of the list. Last night I finally made it! This winter they've added live music nights during the week! I stopped by with some friends and went straight to the bar closest to the musicians. (Tip: they validate parking bringing valet from $30 to $25, still hurts but a little less) the cocktail menu starts at around $20 but the drinks are good (not great). The bar menu is several pages long, which after flipping through you'll realize is due to the long list of available alcohols (ex: 2 pages of tequila NOT including Mezcal). When walking in the lobby is GORGEOUS, the walls are wallpapered in extravagant murals while there are large gold pillars lined up separated by plain benches. Great balance. Entering the living room you're slapped with old school swank. Velvet couches, dim lighting, and dozens of hidden ceramic leopards. It's a bit much but that's the vibe. The food at the bar was good, not great. We had the sliders (good), tacos (meh), peppers (meh), truffle fries (v good) and tempura shrimp (v good). You pay for the overall experience. Another thing, just bc it's expensive doesn't mean you need to dress to kill. People stay at this hotel and come down super casual, you won't stand out dressed up but it's not a requirement. read more

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Terrible experience on a Saturday night. Shay & Richard at the front door pick and choose who they want to allow in, prioritizing their friends and acquaintances. They would deny hotel guests and people actually willing to spend money. I thought Living Room at Faena was a step above the rest, but it's definitely not. Don't spend your money or time here - I'm not sure what type of business they are trying to run. This place is going down just like the rest. Disgusting! read more

This place is totally fabulous. Located inside the Faena Hotel, it seems to be in my opinion the classiest bar in the entire hotel. Exuding elegance and panache, this dimly lit and sleek bar is the perfect reason to dress up and enjoy an evening of drinks in a classy retro setting while surrounded by beautiful decor and art. The drinks are certainly priced quite steep but this is the Faena after all. It's posh and refined yet vivid and entertainingly luxurious so keep that in mind when you're selecting your outfit. This hotel is so beautiful, it would be a sin to miss on a night in Miami Beach. We ordered Rosé and it was served at the perfectly chilled temperature along with the best service which made the tab worthwhile. Checkout their specialty cocktail list as they make elaborate concoctions that are super instaworthy and refreshingly delectable. read more

The ambiance is chill and romantic. A great classy Miami Beach experience. We were greeted with champagne flutes and were able to secure a private table for our large group the same day we went. The service, food and drinks were on point. The only disappointment was the band. They were "fine-a" :) but not at the level I would expect at one of the most high end hotels on Miami Beach and the live music was the main reason we selected to bring our friends there. read more

If you are in the mood for some good people watching of the perhaps rich and some "hunters" then this is the place for you lol . But in all seriousness, the decoration of the Living Room matches the grandness of Faena. The decoration is leopard/jungle galore . The drinks are pricey as it's expected based on the venue and South Beach location but tasty. On Saturdays they have live music with talented performers. It's an acquired taste of a lounge but still worth checking out at least once to see if it's up your alley. The hotel offers valet and there is a public parking right next to the hotel as well. read more

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I've actually had such a great time going to the living room and getting a drink or during the daytime getting poolside snacks. The staff is extremely friendly and the drinks are very tasty. On weekend evenings it gets pop in and the age ranges anywhere from 21 to 65 and older I would say that majority of people are in their 40-50s. A lot of 70-80s music is playing by the DJ. read more

This is one of My favorite places to go. However, the past two times I've gone I was very disappointed by the people at the front who allow people in. We were waiting for a good 20 minutes and they only selected people they knew over us. The place itself is stunning but I think they need to be fair and have first come first served. I did not appreciate how they took in others with no reservations when they came way after us. They need to do better because this is unacceptable. Other than that it's a great place and be ready to dress very nice read more

tldr: It's been a while since I encountered such a rude and unprofessional hostess and been deemed an unsuitable guest to enter and condescendingly turned away. The Living Room at the Faena has long been my favorite cocktail spot in Miami Beach. Pre-pandemic this was our usual spot after dinner at Scarpetta.  Having returned to Miami post pandemic, we were set on returning to the Living Room changing out our  dinner location to the new restaurant at the Faena-- Pao. Unfortunately, what started as a lovely night very quickly turned sour.    As we approached the Living Room, we were asked to wait in the cordoned off area for the Hostess/Manager who had a title equivalent to "Director of Ambiance." We waited politely, and the lady came out, and provided NO invitation or pleasantries, but instead gave us a cold face, pursed her lips, and gave us an obvious up and down look over.  It could not be more rude or demeaning (echoing someone elses's comment - "condescending"). To be clear-- we are professionals in our late 30's from NYC, dressed very well and rather formally  for the fancy restaurant we had just been in, and would have been welcomed to any other establishment-- except this one apparently. The "Director of Ambiance" then proceeded to ask us three questions (do you have a reservation?- no they only take reservations by email and previously not required; are you staying at the hotel?; are you part of the Rose club?) and then told us literally "sorry its policy I can't let you in."  There was no line, the place was clearly empty as we could see inside, and as we tried to ask ok can we come in briefly and leave prior to any reservations that you may have (as it was still early- 9pm) she essentially just tried to get rid of us sending us to the concierge with an air that she had better and more important things to do and no time to deal with us-- clearly the empty hallway and bar were calling.  (PS the concierge was lovely, and went back twice to reason with her and on a second try reached a deal that we would be let in if we spent  $250 a head-- an option the hostess did not even entertain us with. Could we afford it - yes, but by this point-- we were done.) I can respect people doing their jobs as the friendly concierge and bouncer demonstrated, but I cannot respect rudeness.  And while I am used to quite a bit of attitude, the attitude displayed here stood out as an example of someone who had just tasted a bit of managerial power and was on a power play. Is the Faena trying to become an exclusive club, only accepting of out of town visitors on the belief that they spend more- possibly. Are they looking for a clubbier/trashier clientele as suggested by the ladies garrish matte red lipstick and attitude - possibly. Too bad I'm not sure I want to go back to find out. read more

It was my anniversary and I just came from the cabaret show at the theatre (amazing experience ). we wanted to continue the night, and we were rejected from entering the living room because, long story short, we are lesbians. We were dressed very nicely, just not in heels and dresses. The bouncer said "we are full for the night" at 9:45 pm, with no line. Mind you, we had just spent $500 on the theatre + drinks within the faena establishment. It's unfortunate only "certain looking people" can enter. When I told the bouncer "hmm it's because I'm not dressed like a straight girl huh?" He just said "we're full". Lol... it's 9:45 pm on a Saturday night with NO line at the door. Come on now... It just overall was a buzz kill to what was an amazing night. Again, we were very well dressed so it just doesn't make sense. As we were waiting, a girl in a dress, high heels, lip fillers, boobs out, walked out of the living room, and looked at us as she complained to the bouncer that certain people inside weren't dressed to code. Obviously this is the type of clientele that they want in there. Plastic and "bougie". All I can say is, Haters gonna hate. As a local, I'll take my money elsewhere next time. Also, if you've experienced this here, might as well add mayami to the list of places to avoid too. Same vibe as living room. P.s if I was straight I still wouldn't wear heels, it's painful ‍ . byeeeee read more

Purely amazing vibes. The staff were super accommodating. Drinks and barmen were spectacular. The crowd was dancing and having fun. Would return anytime i can! read more

I think this is a sexy bar! Elegant interiors with old- world charm. Great live entertainment. We walked around the entire property during art basel and enjoyed the gold mammoth display as well as the international vibe. read more

The Living Room - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

I DO NOT recommend this establishment, AT ALL! We were a group of 8. Only 5 of us were permitted to enter by the rude "boss lady" who clearly has discriminatory practices as the other 3 from our group were not allowed to enter. When we inquired why she merely stated, "Honey, I can't" and refused to provide an explanation. In interim, she permitted other patrons to freely enter. Her behavior was appalling and disgusting. Our entire group was wearing cocktail attire. Aside from the unjust treatment that half the group received at the door, the bar is boring. It's literally decorated like your grandmother's old living room from the 1960/1970s. There were some sort of DJ wires that were left out in the open, causing a huge liability hazard. We left 5 minutes after entering. Save your time and go somewhere else. read more

Excellent classy bar/speakeasy with live music. Went a couple of Friday nights ago and they had a great salsa band playing. Entered the room to some great Buena Vista Social Club music. Beautiful leopard print chairs throughout. Classy crowd and quite a few viejos y jovenes, LOL. Drink prices seemed quite reasonable, given the establishment--if I recall, a bottle of Heineken was only $8 or $10 at most. Definitely see working this into my monthly rotation. read more

I love the Faena hotel. Have stayed there and dined there multiple times. But trying to go to The Living Room is 10 times harder than it should be. The bouncer is extremely rude and condescending for no reason. He takes his job way too seriously for a hotel bar. I'm in my 20s and live in NYC, I've been to so many cool spots and the bouncer at living room KILLS the whole vibe. He acts like he's working the door at Berghain lol. read more

I and my friend had lunch at Tree of Life, Faena Hotel, Miami ( listed as Livingroom). I just bought a gorgeous apartment and wanted to share and celebrate this special moment with my friend. I had a great experience at Faena before, so I decided to take my friend from NY there to share the joy and especially treat her with the cauliflower dish that I tried there before. All our excitement got destroyed fairly soon after we ordered the first rounds of drinks and some appetizers: 1. Our server, Kunika, pushed on us the artichokes dish, even though we were planning to order the cauliflower. The dish was incredibly disappointing. When she asked us how it was, we were honest and informed about it politely. We did not ask her to remove it from the bill. She never did remove it, even though it was more than disappointing. 2. My friend asked for a glass of a particular wine that cost 14$, but Kunika brought another one that cost 18$. 3. While we were eating, some woman, that looked more like a cleaning lady, not a server, was trying to take our plates, forks and knives, and glasses away without even asking. We got tired of telling everyone that we were still working on our drinks and meal. 4. After the first set of dishes, she took away my fork. Another server said he would bring the new one, and he never did. Then someone else brought another dish, and I asked for a new fork from that server. This other server said that he would bring it, and he never did either. We both had to sit and stare at the food, trying to get someone's attention to bring me the fork that they never really had to take away. 5. When we ordered the food, we asked for some bread or anything else to dip in the sauce. It took them ages to bring us some chips. In the meantime, we had to watch the plate like a hawk deflecting multiple attempts to take it away. And by the way, as soon as they brought us some chips and we had just a couple, the servers started their attempts to take those chips away as well! 6. She asked us to provide one card for the tab, we told her straight from the beginning that we will want to split the check, so take two cards. But no! She ended up pretending she charged two cards... we even signed two separate checks, but imagine our surprise when only one card got charged! 7. And by the way! The service charge of 20% was included in the bill, and we could not have opted out of it. We paid in total a 20% tip for an egregious service. Terrible service! We do not recommend it to anyone! read more

I was recently introduced to this little hidden gem at Faena. It's a speakeasy. Drinks are excellent. The decor is gorgeous! Reminiscent of the glamour era. This place just transports you to another time. Love the ambiance. Absolutely a must stop for a drink when out for the night on Miami Beach. Highly recommended. read more

Just got asked to leave because they disagreed with my friend's Star of David despite the fact that we have spent more than $1500 as a group already tonight and that the place wasn't even near full at 9:15. Evidently my friend's attire could be offensive to others. Not to mention when we got there they suggested we sit there vs. in the main dining room or at the outdoor bar and said the table was ours for the night. Service was poor, slow, and disrespectful, so maybe they were doing us a favor by asking us to go down the street to where we would be treated fairly as human beings. read more