Coconut Grove's beloved dive bar, Barracuda is about as far as you can get from South Beach's glitz and glamor. The wood decorating the bar adds a rustic look and the bar boasts massive televisions for watching the game. The menu features Barracuda's famous fresh Barracuda Combo and their Barracuda Special Pizza, as well as all kinds of bar food favorites from nachos to wings to refreshing ice creams to beat the heat. From behind the bar comes a selection of incredible craft beers and you should also check out their happy hour options for a steal deal.
Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Sunset Place, this quaint little bar is a hot spot for the Miami music crowd. With its quirky, laid-back appeal, Bougies, as it is known by its customers, attracts some of the best musical acts in town. One of the highlights of Bougainvillea's Old Florida Tavern is that it does not charge a cover. This bar has a rustic ambiance, reminiscent of a cozy log cabin. The patrons are always fun and friendly, and the staff are warm and inviting. A great spot to hang out with friends.
The Bar is aptly named since it is "the" bar at Coral Gables. Established in 1946, The Bar is still going strong. There are plenty of beers on tap and lots of fine liquors. The Bar is perfect for just a drink, but they also serve top-notch bar food, such as fish and chips or a grilled steak sandwich. It is darkly lit which creates a mysterious atmosphere, perfect for a date or a night with friends.
Located in the Village of Merrick Park, Sawa brings a fusion of Japanese and Mediterranean cuisine in a vibrant and lively atmosphere. Dining at Sawa is a unique experience, where patrons get to enjoy enchanting performances and eccentric themes in an elegant setting complete with chandeliers, linen tablecloths, white curtains, a sleek bar and lovely patio area for alfresco dining. The menu incorporates Eastern specialties ranging from sushi to tapas to kebabs, each highlighting native flavors while being rooted to the American palette. A lengthy selection of artisan wines, beers, hookahs and cocktails adds a flair to the whole experience.
For delicious, juicy burgers and cold beers in a relaxed setting, Lokal is the place to be. Lokal grinds their meats fresh every day, ensuring maximum freshness. You can enjoy traditional toppings like homemade ketchup, bacon, cheeses, and veggies, or try more adventurous options like guava jelly, candied bacon, or onion marmalade. Alongside burgers, they offer sandwiches like tuna fish and other entrees such as chicken and waffles. For the more adventurous, there's even fried alligator strips! Bring your canine friends along—they have their own special menu. True to its name, Lokal uses locally sourced ingredients and is the first Miami restaurant to use all renewable energy for power.
This restaurant can be found in Culter Bay just 28 miles from Miami. Expect delicious and mouth watering delicacies at Casanovas Restaurant. Teamed with excellent service and an economical menu, it makes for a good eatery. It is also the local hub for numerous cultural and local gatherings, the Halloween Fiesta been one of them. Come by and catch the local flavor both in food and culture at Casanovas. Call ahead for more details.
Rum Bar at Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne offers a selection of rums from 18 countries. Drinks include signature collection of capirinhas, Pisco Sour, mojitos and daiquiris. The bar also has a large collection of cigars on offer and personal VIP lockers to store rum bottles. A few evenings there is a live band performing. Lounge around dressed casually, sink into the leather sofa or chair, drink the best rums and eat mouth watering cuisine including sugarcane prawns and short rib burgers. Rum Bar is a haven, bringing back the memories of 1950s Havana and the Caribbean.
Located in the classy Biltmore Hotel, the Biltmore Bar is a favorite in the Coral Gables for sophisticated, upscale atmosphere and drinks. The candlelight and black and white photos on the walls combined with brocade couches give the bar a romantic and intimate, parlor-like feeling. The Biltmore Bar is particularly well known for mixing up some of the best martinis in the city and also has fine cigars available.
The unassuming yellow and green exterior of Old Lisbon gives little hint of the surprising wealth of dining pleasures to be found inside. This is one of the best restaurants in the area to sample traditional Portuguese cuisine. Diners can enjoy classic dishes, such as Jumbo Grilled Shrimp, Portuguese Paelha, and Grilled Sardines. The wine and port list is reasonably priced as well.
Zarabanda is a very popular restaurant and club featuring international cuisine by chef Joel Rodriguez, plus a cigar room, theme nights, live entertainment, impeccable service and an exceptional champagne and wine list. A contemporary combination of wood and lavender-colored furnishings highlight an informally elegant ambiance. The dinner menu includes appetizers like seafood, mushrooms and tapas, salads, fresh fish and pastas as well as Vaca Frita (Cuban-style flank steak) and Lamb Chops. However, the lunch menu is somewhat limited but offers tasty specials.