There’s bad cheesy: acrylic nails, Ed Hardy hats, Wes from The Bachelorette (argh!). And good ...
There’s bad cheesy: acrylic nails, Ed Hardy hats, Wes from The Bachelorette (argh!). And good ...
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.
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.
Where you take out-of-towners to show them the Miami they expect. Brave the beautiful people and mortgage-your-house bill for a giant meatball with ricotta. Or go for a drink and take advantage of free bacon at the bar.
The French brasserie complete with raw bar stays open late night. The space is practically a replica of the Paris original (same designer). Nosh Kobe carpaccio after hitting the clubs.
Sure, it’s called a bistro and bar, but the real draw at the resto inside the Catalina Hotel is the Thursday-night show. Go for the interactive burlesque, drag queen cabaret, and blues singer. Also notable: the Sunday doggie brunch.
Champagne cocktails and porterhouse dreams. The Cleveland import serves meat done right. Decor is a modern take on steakhouse chic (plush banquettes, mahogany bar); service is fabulous.
Govind Armstrong brought his L.A. burger joint to South Beach, complete with excellent patties and cheap beer. Great place to watch a game. Don’t miss the $20 unlimited DIY Bloody Mary bar on Sundays.
Brave the crowds Monday-Friday, 4-8 p.m., when you’ll get half-off drinks; cheap beer; and a raw bar with oysters, crab, and shrimp — all for less than five bucks.
The watering hole has plush seating, dim lighting, classic cocktails, and talent tickling the ivories. Go before 9 p.m. to soak up the happy hour.