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

October 15, 2009

The Office Miami

The password-protected lounge hosts live music and DJs in what was once a stuffy doctor’s office. Forget the password hotline — “DailyCandy” gets you in anytime.

  North Miami, Food & Drink, Cool Kids, DJs

October 1, 2009

Midtown Sports Bar Miami

The authentic dive (next to The Lost and Found Saloon) charms with pool tables, free Wi-Fi, and cheap drinks ($1.75 drafts; $3.50 well). Go on football Sundays.

  Design District, Food & Drink, Cheap, Divey

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

Charlotte Bistro Miami

The girly eatery (pink-patterned wallpaper, colorful mismatched chairs) serves traditional French fare like quiche with truffle-salt fries and crème brulee.

  Coral Gables, Food & Drink, Lunch Spot

September 8, 2009

Red Bar Gallery Miami

The drinks are strong and cheap, the crowd is buzzed, and the space doubles as an art gallery. Check out the paintings during the post-work happy hour or go late when things get dark and smoky.

  Brickell, Culture, Boozehound, Cheap

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

September 8, 2009

Zeke's Roadhouse Miami

This super-casual spot is on people-watching mecca Lincoln Road. (Sit outside. The inside’s a dive.) There are more than 80 varieties of brew — from Belgian to Japanese — all for just 4 bucks.

  City Center, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Cheap