The best bars & nightlife in South Miami

38 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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House-brewed beers & pub grub offered in industrial digs with a patio, plus karaoke & live music.

7360 SW 41st St (Miami)

House-brewed beers & pub grub offered in industrial digs with a patio, plus karaoke & live music.

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Local bar & venue for karaoke nights and live music in a cozy space.

1701 NW 112th Ave Unit 101 (Miami)

Local bar & venue for karaoke nights and live music in a cozy space.

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This brewery boasts a beer garden & tasting room with a roster of craft IPAs, lagers, ales & more.

10400 NW 33rd St #150 (Doral)

This brewery boasts a beer garden & tasting room with a roster of craft IPAs, lagers, ales & more.

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Live music venue serving cocktails and comfort food in a cozy space with a patio.

2451 NW 5th Ave (Miami)

Live music venue serving cocktails and comfort food in a cozy space with a patio.

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Brunch, Cuban and Latin American restaurant grilling seafood items, cocktails and wine, also offering catering services.

5396 W 12th Ave (Hialeah)

Brunch, Cuban and Latin American restaurant grilling seafood items, cocktails and wine, also offering catering services.

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Arcade Odyssey is the retro arcade/bar locals swear by, packed with ultra rare imports, fighters, music games and a rotating lineup of…

12045 SW 117th Ave (Miami)

Arcade Odyssey is the retro arcade/bar locals swear by, packed with ultra rare imports, fighters, music games and a rotating lineup of pinball. Grab Mexican Coke, Ramune, Pocky, yakisoba, bubble tea... plus craft and imported beers, sakes and tipsy teas.

From the Homestead newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Pub 52 Gastropub & Kitchen is your South Miami fix for hand-muddled cocktails, local craft beer at a 70-foot bar, Black Angus burgers,…

5829 SW 73rd St #6

Pub 52 Gastropub & Kitchen is your South Miami fix for hand-muddled cocktails, local craft beer at a 70-foot bar, Black Angus burgers, jumbo wings with 15 sauces, flatbreads, seafood, and Asian American fusion.

From the South Miami newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Mama Tried

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Mama Tried nails the 1970s vibe with a chill cocktail scene that makes it easy to settle in, catch up with friends, and let the week fall…

207 NE 1st St (Miami) · ✓ checked Jul 29

Mama Tried nails the 1970s vibe with a chill cocktail scene that makes it easy to settle in, catch up with friends, and let the week fall away, perfect for when you want Miami energy without the chaos.

From the Miami newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Trade your usual spot for Fontana Italian Biltmore Hotel Miami, where a lush fountain courtyard, Mediterranean architecture, and refined…

1200 Anastasia Ave Ste C (Coral Gables)

Trade your usual spot for Fontana Italian Biltmore Hotel Miami, where a lush fountain courtyard, Mediterranean architecture, and refined Italian-inspired plates make everything feel extra. Think truffled cacio e pepe, an exceptional wine list, and European charm that turns a random weeknight into a mini vacation.

From the South Miami newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Over Under

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Hip, brick-lined bar serving cocktails & brunch, plus generous plates of hearty pub fare.

151 E Flagler St (Miami)

Hip, brick-lined bar serving cocktails & brunch, plus generous plates of hearty pub fare.

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E11EVEN MIAMI

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Energetic, neon-lit night spot with trapeze dancers, burlesque shows, DJs & live music performances.

29 NE 11th St (Miami)

Energetic, neon-lit night spot with trapeze dancers, burlesque shows, DJs & live music performances.

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Old-school bar with a pool table & darts serving cocktails, draft beer, sandwiches & finger foods.

157 E Flagler St (Miami)

Old-school bar with a pool table & darts serving cocktails, draft beer, sandwiches & finger foods.

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Casual New American kitchen & wine bar offering bites & wines on tap in spacious, modern surrounds.

150 NE 8th St #135 (Miami)

Casual New American kitchen & wine bar offering bites & wines on tap in spacious, modern surrounds.

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Lola bar

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Bayside Marketplace bar with Miami and Biscayne Bay views mixing signature cocktails and serving tacos, pizza, and other eats.

401 Biscayne Blvd S118 (Miami)

Bayside Marketplace bar with Miami and Biscayne Bay views mixing signature cocktails and serving tacos, pizza, and other eats.

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Miami-themed bar with a flamingo motif featuring creative cocktails, dancing and DJs.

40 NE 1st Ave #101 (Miami)

Miami-themed bar with a flamingo motif featuring creative cocktails, dancing and DJs.

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Barsecco

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Stylish restaurant & lounge with a hookah bar, large terrace, daily live DJs & an American menu, plus weekend brunch.

1421 S Miami Ave (Miami)

Stylish restaurant & lounge with a hookah bar, large terrace, daily live DJs & an American menu, plus weekend brunch.

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Discount wine store also features happy-hour tapas & regular live music in a festive atmosphere.

5792 SW 8th St (Miami)

Discount wine store also features happy-hour tapas & regular live music in a festive atmosphere.

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Spanish eatery with a large wine list, serving tapas and other small plates.

310 NW 25th St (Miami)

Spanish eatery with a large wine list, serving tapas and other small plates.

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Busy, late-night hangout offering draft beers & casual grub amid sports TVs in a beach-themed space.

3064 Grand Ave (Coconut Grove)

Busy, late-night hangout offering draft beers & casual grub amid sports TVs in a beach-themed space.

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Magie

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Trendy wine bar featuring charcuterie boards, cheeses and tinned fishes alongside a European wine list.

8281 NE 2nd Ave (Miami)

Trendy wine bar featuring charcuterie boards, cheeses and tinned fishes alongside a European wine list.

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Rosa Sky

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Vibrant rooftop bar featuring cocktails and tapas, plus live DJs and panoramic city views.

115 SW 8th St 22nd Floor (Miami) · ✓ checked Aug 5

Vibrant rooftop bar featuring cocktails and tapas, plus live DJs and panoramic city views.

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Collegial, boozy hideaway in a quaint Florida house with dark-wood panelling and a leafy patio.

7221 SW 58th Ave

Collegial, boozy hideaway in a quaint Florida house with dark-wood panelling and a leafy patio.

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Balan's

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Relaxed cafe serving an eclectic menu of modern international cuisine & a noted brunch on Sundays.

901 S Miami Ave Spc 108 (Miami)

Relaxed cafe serving an eclectic menu of modern international cuisine & a noted brunch on Sundays.

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Old-school cocktails & craft beer pair with a locally sourced menu in a modern tavern setting.

30 SW 12th St (Miami)

Old-school cocktails & craft beer pair with a locally sourced menu in a modern tavern setting.

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Storefront Japanese restaurant serving sushi, hot entrees, and ceviche in a sleek, modern space.

10726 NW 74th St (Doral)

Storefront Japanese restaurant serving sushi, hot entrees, and ceviche in a sleek, modern space.

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Seasonal Mediterranean dishes & craft cocktails served in a refined choice via chef Daniel Boulud.

255 Biscayne Blvd Way (Miami)

Seasonal Mediterranean dishes & craft cocktails served in a refined choice via chef Daniel Boulud.

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Lagniappe

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Cozy New Orleans-style wine bar with shabby-chic decor supplying barbecue & live music nightly.

3425 NE 2nd Ave (Miami)

Cozy New Orleans-style wine bar with shabby-chic decor supplying barbecue & live music nightly.

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Fusion cuisine, including vegan paella, served in an easygoing spot with live music and a full bar.

8800 SW 56th St (Miami)

Fusion cuisine, including vegan paella, served in an easygoing spot with live music and a full bar.

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Issabella's

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Mediterranean eats and brunch are on the menu at this Lincoln Road Mall brasserie with indoor and outdoor seating.

1022 Lincoln Rd (Miami Beach)

Mediterranean eats and brunch are on the menu at this Lincoln Road Mall brasserie with indoor and outdoor seating.

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Charming, cozy bar offering wine selections, plus oysters and a range of cocktails.

The Sagamore, 1671 Collins Ave (Miami Beach)

Charming, cozy bar offering wine selections, plus oysters and a range of cocktails.

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Southbeach company that offers boat tours, rental yachts and private island party venues.

801 Brickell Bay Dr (Miami)

Southbeach company that offers boat tours, rental yachts and private island party venues.

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Classic & unique cocktails are paired with American bites like lobster rolls at this hip haunt.

237 20th St Ste b (Miami Beach)

Classic & unique cocktails are paired with American bites like lobster rolls at this hip haunt.

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Laid-back venue doling out global street foods, desserts & craft cocktails, plus regular live music.

8455 NW 53rd St Suite 106 (Doral)

Laid-back venue doling out global street foods, desserts & craft cocktails, plus regular live music.

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Chain featuring a tasting room and modern American cuisine paired with award-winning wines.

3585 NW 83rd Ave (Doral)

Chain featuring a tasting room and modern American cuisine paired with award-winning wines.

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Neapolitan pizzas and craft cocktails served in a Prohibition-style setting with a pool table and a cigar lounge.

1010 Brickell Ave Unit 105 (Miami)

Neapolitan pizzas and craft cocktails served in a Prohibition-style setting with a pool table and a cigar lounge.

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Fox's Lounge

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Open since 1946, cozy American eatery in a space with wood-paneled walls & red-leather booths.

6030 S Dixie Hwy (Miami) · ✓ checked Aug 5

Open since 1946, cozy American eatery in a space with wood-paneled walls & red-leather booths.

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MILA

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High-end Mediterranean and Japanese cuisine in a flamboyant venue with a stylish cocktail bar.

1636 Meridian Ave Rooftop (Miami Beach)

High-end Mediterranean and Japanese cuisine in a flamboyant venue with a stylish cocktail bar.

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Glamorous steakhouse featuring sushi, cocktails and wine, plus live music and a DJ.

550 Washington Ave (Miami Beach)

Glamorous steakhouse featuring sushi, cocktails and wine, plus live music and a DJ.

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