November 19, 2009

SPF4 Sun Deck Miami

Expect a slightly cheesy vibe at this year-round spring break fest, where locals looking to pick up unsuspecting tourists down shots at the wild pool parties.

  Flamingo/Lummus, Food & Drink, Good for Groups, Kinda Shady

November 19, 2009

Proof Miami

The outdoor area of Z Ocean gets another incarnation — this time taking over the Table 8 space and serving American fare with an Asian influence. Fingers crossed.

  Flamingo/Lummus, Food & Drink, Ladies Who Lunch, Laid Back

September 23, 2009

Barbu Miami

The folks behind A in the Design District opened the eclectic French Caribbean eatery. If you’re going to try escargot, do it here. Corkage fees are just $5 (on South Beach!).

  Bayshore, Food & Drink, BYOB, Good for Groups

September 17, 2009

La Marea Miami

The pretty space in the iconic hotel was designed by wunderkind Kelly Wearstler, but it’s the outdoor patio with its above-par people-watching where you want to sit. Get the lobster corn dogs.

  Flamingo & Lummus, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Happy Hour

September 8, 2009

Ahnvee Restaurant and Lounge Miami

Louisiana specialties (gumbo, crawfish etouffee, jambalaya) along with sides like three potato hash and dirty rice. Plus world-class New Orleans music playing live in the lounge.

  South Beach, Culture, Live Music

September 8, 2009

A la Folie Miami

Don’t go for the service. Actually, considering the hot waiters, maybe you should. The neighborhood spot is authentically French, from the crepes and cafe au lait to the crowd. Laze the day away.

  Espanola Way, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Cute Waitstaff

September 8, 2009

Casale Pizzeria-Mozzarella Bar Miami

A genuine Italian joint. Rustic with a second-story outdoor lounge, mozzarella bar (cheese made on-site), thin-crust pizza with fancy toppings, and a specialty shop selling tomato sauce and olive oil.

  Bayshore, Food & Drink, Good for Groups, Late Night

September 8, 2009

The Lido Restaurant Miami

The Standard’s poolside lounge is right on Biscayne Bay, a perfect spot to sip a mojito at the end of the day or grab lunch by the pool.

  South Beach, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Great View

September 8, 2009

Nobu Miami

Same as the one in New York, except this outpost is inside the infamous Shore Club hotel. Spicy tuna rolls, sake, and pretty people abound. A celeb magnet, obv.

  City Center, Food & Drink, Celebrity Sightings, Pretty People

September 8, 2009

Burger & Beer Joint Miami

A triple threat: restaurant, sports bar, lounge. Order a gourmet burger (or design your own) and a boozy milk shake (from the soda fountain). The bar serves till late and the upstairs lounge has a chill, un-South Beach vibe.

  Bayshore, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Late Night