Found at the intersection of Route 66 and Interstate 81, this bar is in a breathtaking countryside location. Housed in a 19th-century bank building, this bar comes complete with an original 1134kg vault, hence the name. Offering over 300 whiskeys, this is the perfect place for trying new drams, or being certain that they’ll stock … Read more
Plenty of South Beach hotels have a rooftop bar, but Watr stands out enough to make braving the tourists (and the price tags) worth it. If you’re set on a sleek, buzzy cocktail scene with 360-degree ocean and city views, it doesn’t get more spectacular than Watr. Time Out tip: Non-hotel guests should plan to make … Read more
As the name implies, Minibar is diminutive. But what it lacks in size it makes up for in personality. The decor is chic, the vibe is intimate and laidback and the cocktails are really solid. On an island where seldom is described as “low key,” Minibar has remained a quintessential watering hole for South of … Read more
When the team behind Lost Boy Dry Goods opened in Downtown, nobody expected a damn good cocktail bar smack in the center of what was then an area with little draw. Apparently, they repeated this thinking with Tropezón on touristy Española Way. Here, they’ve done up an Andalusian gin and tapas theme, and it’s primarily … Read more
The Bay Club, right next to Lucali in SoBe’s Sunset Harbour neighborhood, is a cozy, wood-trimmed locals’ bar known for its wild karaoke nights, comedy shows and live music. With its tiny size—you’re at the end in ten steps—it feels like a true neighborhood gem. Patrons enjoy classic cocktails alongside Lucali’s menu, including happy-hour deals … Read more
Moody, intimate, nostalgic—the Standard Spa Miami Beach’s sexy little cocktail den harkens back to bars of the ‘70s and ‘80s, when drinks were more involved and people actually sat around to sip them. Monterrey Bar’s menu puts a modern spin on classic tipples with thoughtful garnishes and tableside finishers that enhance the overall drinking experience. … Read more
When I entered Mac’s Club Deuce at 8am on a random Tuesday, I did not expect to find the bar filled with people who had not stumbled in from the night before, but woken up at the crack of dawn just to sit there with a cold one. The great Mac Klein ran this bar, … Read more
Brother’s Keeper Brother’s Keeper, located on Alton Road in Miami Beach, is a new neighborhood spot that seamlessly blends a dive-bar ambiance with top-notch cocktails and inventive bites. The establishment exudes a moody, dark and friendly atmosphere, enhanced by neon tube lighting, a 25-foot saltwater aquarium behind the bar and nostalgic ’80s rock tunes. Enjoy … Read more
Rum gets the treatment it deserves at Swizzle, with an inventive cocktail menu that explores the full depth and nuance of this quintessential Caribbean spirit. Ideal for a boozy nightcap, this dimly lit drinking den hidden in the Stiles Hotel boasts more than 150 varieties in a cozy, low-key atmosphere.
Sweet Liberty Drinks & Supply Company Forget South Beach—Sweet Liberty is known as one of the best bars in America. Period. I’ve spent plenty of nights behind this schtick – by way of the private booth behind the bar, which you should totally request to book, too. This lively, down-to-earth cocktail bar whips up some of … Read more