50 Best Cocktail Bars near Hollywood

“Excellent place for a business meal or date. Everything was homemade & delicious. The duck ragu will knock your socks off! Nice wine list too.“

“very nice cozy place. food is good, great drinks.“

“Our new absolute favorite must-have when visiting the Hollywood Broadwalk! AMAZING blueberry margaritas!!!! Excellent food and super friendly service. Cannot recommend them enough! ❤️“

“I’m leaving a review based off the new brunch menu they have on Sundays. First I’ll start with drinks, it was perfect. The balance of flavors they used to execute for their new brunch cocktails was 10/10. Second the food, we ordered the Sando chicken sandwich and the crab and avocado toast. Both were divine. I’ve been searching for the perfect fried chicken sandwich and this one hit all the right marks. The chicken was tender and juicy, with just the right amount of sauce coated on the chicken. One of my favorites, and the avocado and crab toast was so fresh and delicious. Our server Hannah was very sweet, and very attentive. Will definitely be back next Sunday for the brunch menu and that chicken sandwich. Thank you to the manager Gerald who was so kind and let us know about their brunch menu. This place is a must visit if you’re in Hollywood.“

“Homeade bloody mary mix, need I say more?“

“Fabulous long weekend staying at The Diplomat Beach Resort. Our King Corner Oceanfront Suite was spacious with a beautiful oceanfront view. The staff were very welcoming and accommodating to all requests as well as our early arrival. The Hotel Bar was a lovely place to grab late night drinks after dinner, both Eddie & Michael made fantastic cocktails and provided perfect service- give those gentleman a raise!! Gotta love bartenders that feel like friends by the end of the night. Definitely reserve a beach cabana for the day it is well worth the money and Andrew was incredibly attentive checking on us throughout the entire time. It puts you right up front with another ocean view, a super comfy daybed with sun protection, umbrella, table and 2 lounge chairs. The beach servers were also fantastic & quick to bring anything we ordered. The watermelon margarita is delish as well as the ceviche. This is definitely now our go to place when we travel to Ft. Lauderdale area!“

“Stopped in for a drink and Claudia mixed up a great skinny Margarita. Had fun chatting up some regulars playing table games at the bar. Will go back.“

“We had an amazing dinner and dining experience on the rooftop. Delicious drinks, amazing food, and excellent service! Highly recommend.“

“Highly recommended when you want to take advantage of a beautiful day. Mike was hands down the most attentive and kind bartender.“

“For the Standard Crowd
Stop ordering Tito’s Sodas and Espresso Martinis. These are not Fort Lauderdale Airport bartenders. They are on another level. Explore new drinks and discover a world previously unbeknownst to you.

For the Cocktail-Savvy Crowd
Expect well-executed classics and a menu full of smash hits and acquired tastes — crafted by a legend and brought to life by up-and-coming cocktail superstars. Their Bounty Daiquiri and Probitas Daiquiri are both delicious. While the fast-paced environment does limit the level of detail and technique I personally enjoy, it’s understandable — they’ve got quotas to hit. It’s the standard big-city bar rhythm: efficient, energetic, and volume-driven.

For the Cocktail-Autistic (Like Me)
Their classics are phenomenal.
If I had feedback, it would be temperature control. Some drinks felt slightly too warm, likely due to missed chilling steps. I recommend chilling everything before building: spirits, mixers, glassware — even carbonated ingredients. There might be some technique improvements that could be made.

Also, consider investing in spear ice. Yes, it’s pricey, but it meaningfully improves the experience by reducing surface area and slowing dilution.

Another detail: avoid garnishing sour drinks with lime wheels directly on the surface of the cocktail. As they sit, they leach bitterness into the drink. Skip the lime wheel and save a bit on your happy hour daiquiris — lime prices are only going up. You’re welcome; I just improved your margins.

Lastly (and this may sound counterintuitive): your drink volumes might be too high. Many feel like they’re built with 3 oz of base spirit. The Negroni in particular feels like 5 oz total. I’d suggest slightly lowering the overall volume. It would:
-Allow guests to enjoy more drinks in one sitting
-Improve guest pacing and per-head spend
-Make pricing more approachable (e.g. from $17–20 to $15–18)

I know this means changing every glass and possibly reworking your build strategy, but the long-term payoff in margins and guest experience could be well worth it.

Train your staff (especially on slow days) on unreasonable hospitality.“

“The Carousel Club is a fun and beautiful way of enjoying the race track with friends and family.

The decor is so inviting with pink, purple, white, and turquoise flowers. The green space is dotted with tables and umbrellas. The massive tent offers the most relaxing and refreshing experience even on a Florida summer day.

Our server, Esther, was very attentive and helpful. Pascal, the manager made certain that our group had the best time and even brought out a special surprise for my son’s birthday.

Between the food, drinks, “Big Ass” fans, music, happy ambience, wonderful staff, variety of areas to watch the races, and the beautiful surroundings, our group thoroughly enjoyed the event.

I would definitely recommend planning a day or night at the Carousel Club. Very fun, unique, and gorgeous place.“

“If I could give more than 5 stars I would! One of my favorite Kosher Restaurants with amazing vibes!! Ghidon & Anthony were our servers and they gave 10/10 service. I will for sure be back with friends for the great vibes! Thank you😁😁“

“Excellent Food and Service“

“Great spot for events and live music! The staff is awesome and the vibe is always right. They also host some great stand up comedy nights.“

“My brother's and I visited Rocco's for lunch and had an excellent experience.

The overall layout was very welcoming and the staff made us feel right at home.

Most places I get table side guacamole I feel as if the ingredients haven't had enough time to marinate, but here the seasonings made it perfect and it had a lot of good flavor.

We ordered the burrito bowl, tacos, and quesadilla all of which came out great. Especially the chorizo tacos. Those we a a favorite by far.

The bar tender was kind enough to put together a unique flight of tequila for us to try as well. We all enjoyed it and had a chance to try something new.

The manager stopped by one or two times to make sure everything was good and that we were happy and our waitress was very attentive and checked on our table often.

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Rocco's. The establishment was clean, well ran, with great service, good tequila, and awesome food!“

“Wasn’t expecting to need a reservation on a rainy Sunday evening, but alas, even with multiple empty tables, we had to sit at the bar. The food was just OK honestly for the amount we spent it could’ve been a lot better. A bottle of champagne is three times a normal price. The oysters smelled fishy, but thankfully, they let me send them back and the other items that we tried were tasty.. our bartender Julia was fabulous. The presentation was a lot of fun. The atmosphere is hip and trendy, and the view is spectacular. Make a reservation. It requires a credit card, which is a bit much, it reminds me of a fine dining establishment in the middle of New York City but I guess they want people to show for their reservations and that’s one way to do it. I lost my credit card there…“

“one of my favorite places in Miami😍 Davie“

“great food and great place to watch Panthers Hockey“

“wonderful cocktails and tapas!“

“We started coming here recently and now we visit a few times a week. The Burata pie is my favorite followed by their pear pasta appetizer.“

“The waitstaff were excellent and the views were very nice. I had the shrimp tacos that were actually quite good. I had a little difficult time finding the restaurant. It is on the 6th floor of the hotel requiring a room key that is easily obtained by the front desk staff. Overall I was very happy with my experience.“

“From a Foodies perspective it was awesome. Service, food, atmosphere. A 10!!“

“Great food, friendly service, and a beautiful atmosphere.“

“one of my favorite places in Miami😍 Davie“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ PANI Bistro Aventura – Where My Taste Buds Threw a Party 🎉🍽️

So, I walked into PANI Bistro Aventura thinking, “Okay, let’s see what you got.” Little did I know I was about to embark on a full-on flavor rollercoaster — and I’m not the type who rides those willingly. 🎢😳

First off, the vibe? Cozy but fancy enough to make me question if I should’ve worn a tux… or at least put on real pants. (Spoiler: I didn’t. I’m a rebel.) 🕺👖

Then came the food. Ohhh, the food. I ordered the [insert delicious dish here — feel free to customize], and when it arrived, my fork basically did a happy dance before I even took a bite. 💃🍴

One bite in, and my brain sent an emergency alert to my heart: “This is officially the best thing you’ve tasted all year.” 🚨❤️

The service was so friendly, I half-expected them to tuck me in with a bedtime story. Instead, they kept refilling my water and bringing the freshest bread like it was their life mission. Bread, you’ve got a fan here. 🍞🙌

By dessert time, I was practically ready to propose to the chef. No joke — I asked for the recipe, but apparently, it’s “top secret” or “sacred culinary magic.” Fine, I’ll settle for just coming back ASAP. 🍰✨

Final thoughts: If you want to impress your taste buds and confuse your stomach with happiness, PANI Bistro Aventura is the place. Five stars and a standing ovation from my belly. Bravo! 👏😂“

“Great experience here on a Saturday night. Came with my dog and was sat immediately. The servers were all incredibly friendly. We especially liked the strawberries and cream croffle. Huge shout-out to the musician creating some great ambiance, Daniel.“

“sushi best of Broward , consistent fresh ingredients.“

“Always a great time breakfast, brunch and dinner.“

“This rooftop bar is absolutely amazing! The views are breathtaking, offering the perfect backdrop for sunsets and city lights. The cocktails are creative and well-balanced, with something for every palate. The vibe is relaxed yet upscale, and the staff makes you feel welcome from the moment you walk in – a must-visit spot!“

“Reasonably priced food that tasted really good. The staff was very nice but aside from the man that handed us our menus, they were very, very slow. We had to get back to where we were parked by a specific time and ended up having to rush because we waited so long for our salads and then for our check after we were done eating. Really I want to do 3.5 stars but since I can't, I am doing 4.“

“This fresh-scratch kitchen restaurant and bar is one of my favorites. Moxies features a menu chock-full of contemporary and healthy options with a great happy hour menu. It is a truly accessible venue worth visiting on world-famous Las Olas Blvd where you can dine and shop and be close by the Broward Courthouse and Fort Lauderdale's finest real estate and beaches. My family keeps asking to go here so we are frequent guests. My favorite Happy Hour appetizers are the Thai Chili Chicken, the Vegan Potstickers and the Guacamole. There's a half-a-dozen Florida brewery draft beers on the Happy Hour menu for $6 and a selection of wines for only $9.“

“Coconuts has consistently been my "Go-To" spot when guests are in town or a special occasion comes up. From the Drink Menu & Appetizers to Deserts and everything in between; they have always been spot on! Valet makes parking easy in the busy beach area, taking away the hassle of having to find a spot. The staff is always kind and courteous- I especially appreciate the mindfulness when I mention my food allergies. I'm confident I can order anything off the menu and not have to worry about an accidental contamination and reaction. If you go- don't leave without ordering the Scoobies and a slice of Key Lime pie!“

“Great place for a celebration!“

“Food was great and service provided by Angela was excellent. We always request her when we dine at Kaluz.“

“Phenomenal atmosphere! We stopped at the first bar on the left and ended up staying here all night. bella was a fantastic bartender and made us feel at home. ( we’re from chicago ). Overall, it was a amazing place and beautiful scenery. Ill be back forsure!“

“Great specials for ladies night on drinks. Wings were great. Andrew took great care of us! Give them a try“

“Amazing! Can’t wait to go back! Service is also top notch.“

“Was very impressed. My date and I had the cornbread , oyster rockefeller and the truffle deviled eggs, impressive intricate cajun menu“

“We had the most amazing meal there. The staff were attentive and knew the menu - gave us suggestions of what to order . The bar tender made a wonderful sangria which to me was a plus. The food was prepared to perfection and beautifully plated. I would highly recommend this great find!“

“That’s an amazing restaurant, Argentinian meat. Very tasty.“

“Day 5 Happy Hour at El Camino location in Boca Raton, FL was incredible. The place was buzzing, but the atmosphere was fantastic. We snagged a table pretty quickly despite the crowd. Our server, John, was top-notch. We started with a $6 margarita & a michelada, & the tamarind straw was a game-changer. The food was phenomenal - chips with salsa, pork tamale, chicharrones, & more. We were stuffed, but the flavors were perfection. What a steal!“

“Did you ever want to take someone special to a restaurant that made an impression on you and your guest before you even walked in?
And once you were inside it only got better?
A restaurant that was high end, for the rich and famous. Where you have a water boy, all dressed in white, a serving assistant dressed in white, and the head waiter dressed in black, and they all serve your table with a smile on their faces and ready to answer any question.
Then your food is served. Fresh, delicious and served in large portions so everyone at the table can share. I went there to celebrate 1 of my daughter's in law birthday. I was never there before. As we got close to the restaurant I noticed it had outdoor sitting. It was all white with white large pillows and large tables and great atmosphere. We walked in. We had no reservations, it was early evening and the restaurant started to get filled up after our arrival.
We were taken to a semi round booth type table. I don't like booths, but I said nothing. I am so glad I didn't, it was extra comfortable, for 4. My 3 year old granddaughter and I were sitting facing a large Buddah's face carved on the back wall. It was beautiful and then we were surprised by videos that were shot on to the face, of falling flowers, or butterfly's, or bubbles and more.
As soon as we sat down a water stewart came to ask us for our choice of water or sprkling water. I ordered sparkling.
My glass was filled every time I drank from it.😏
Next came the butler, and he took our order and he came back with a our drinks before we finished looking at the menu.
The waiter arrived took our order and again, not even 5 minutes past and all our orders were brought to the table, hot with great aroma .
We had , edamame, sesame honey chicken, beef with brocccli and brown rice. They do not have children's menu, but we didn't need it. My 3 year old granddaughter ate from everything on the table and asked for 2nds.
I can't describe how delicious each item was, you'll have to try it for yourselves.
But I have to say the service, atmosphere the food and we took a doggy bag home, was worth every penny I paid.
I should have taken pictures.“

“Have been many times great space to relax and chill great music. Pizza is great…had a slight misshap last night but the manager was so wonderful and handled situation great!! Will continue to support and recommend“

“What a great way to blow off some steam!!!! The atmosphere is great and the staff are wonderful to work with. The check in process is simple and fast so get ready for some fun times with colleagues or friends.“

“Sehr lecker und macht viel Spaß“

“I come here on Sundays and the brunch menu is so good. This place has a great conch salad. There’s a live DJ who’s awesome too. 10/10 recommend coming here for lunch!“

“This restaurant was great ! I really enjoyed the food and the overall atmosphere. My waiter, Alejandro, was amazing ! He very funny, very professional and gave amazing service. Definitely would recommend coming here and asking for Alejandro! The restaurant has a very cute atmosphere, a great place to celebrate your bday or special occasion.“

“We stopped in for Taco Tuesday, hoping for a fun bite, but it was a bit of a mixed experience. The tacos were good, but the prices felt a bit steep for what you get. They’ve got a bar and both indoor and outdoor seating, which is nice. Unfortunately, the service wasn’t very welcoming; the person taking our order didn’t greet us or seem too interested in offering suggestions or talking in general. Overall, the food was solid, but the combination of high prices and lackluster service makes it unlikely I’ll return.“

“Amazing food and staff, I highly recommend.“

“Kuro is truly a best-in-class restaurant where I had an absolutely amazing experience. From the moment we walked in, our server Jeremy made us feel right at home with a warm welcome and attentive service that lasted throughout the evening.

Jeremy’s professionalism, knowledge of the menu, and polite demeanor were greatly appreciated. He provided excellent food recommendations, and every dish we tried was exceptional. The Chilean Sea Bass and Crispy Tuna in particular were standouts — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented.

Dining at Kuru is an experience worth every penny. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for top-tier food, outstanding service, and a memorable night out.“