16 Best Cocktail Bars in Miami Beach

“Amilcar and becker were so incredibly attentive the service was outstanding from the minute we walked through the door. I highly recommend this place not only for the vibe, but also for the high end curated cocktails. I gave the bartender 3 words to describe what I wanted & he prepared a drink that exceeded my expectations 🙏🏻“

“Great service and genuine hospitality from start to finish. The staff was welcoming, attentive, and made us feel right at home. Food came out fresh and flavorful, and the overall vibe was relaxed and fun. Definitely a solid spot in South Beach — I’ll be back. 🌮“

“We're visiting Miami and wanted to try Cuban food..Esquina Cubana didn't disappoint. My husband ordered the special combo the croquettes , fried yuca and those empanadas soooo good. I ordered the fried snapper, the snapper was seasoned just right and the rice was yummy. Our server Cristian was great , very attentive. All I can saw is chef' s kiss...10/10.“

“Our server was so sweet, but she was extremely busy. When we asked her if she was the only server (because we hadn't seen anyone else) she said that she was covering the whole dining room and outside tables by herself until 7 p.m. Clearly there was a staffing issue, and she handled it with grace. We had a boat tour reservation to catch, and still managed to make it out on time. Overall, the food was excellent. I wouldn't recommend the grilled octopus, but the gluten free rigatoni alla vodka was some of the best I've ever had. Very flavorful. The drink I got, La Nuvola, was the perfect combination of a Lychee Martini with a tropical twist.“

“I first had the pleasure of dining here nearly two years ago, and it instantly became one of my favorite restaurants. From the warm atmosphere to the unforgettable flavors, everything about the experience was exceptional. The plate of pasta I had on that first visit was so memorable, it’s still the background on my phone — and I’ve made multiple trips to Miami just to come back and enjoy it again. The quality has never wavered. I can’t recommend this place highly enough.“

“Yes I recommend. Beautiful bartender Maria is definitely the best . She always has that beautiful glow to her when she's serving . Also has great attitude and customer service when it comes to any general questions regarding the Shaker Bar, Freehand, and Generator.“

“The food is really really flavorful a lot of attention to detail every dish from Yucca fries to the main courses are delicious even had a vegan dessert. Oh and the drinks are top notch. Everything in the menu is delicious. Live music Friday and Saturdays.“

“buenísimo todo, excelente.“

“The crab claws are delicious!“

“Food was amazing and Cubans sandwich was really mind blowing
Panella was really good too
Pax was amazing! However, we were charged twice for ordering different drinks during happy hour which I thought it was communicated well before we order
It was good times anyways!“

“Well kept secret/ too small to be too popular- gorgeous inside- great bar ware-“

“Great music drinks and atmosphere“

“I love this bar. Tony the owner is incredible. Hospitality is amazing. Full, and I mean FULL bar. Everything you like, and if they don’t have it, they’ve got something better. Sat and chatted with him for hours about everything under the sun. Bartenders are all very professional with immense spirit knowledge. I’ve tried so many things here I’ve never tried before. Great lighting and vibes in a small speakeasy-type bar. Amazing place to start the night or end it. Thanks for everything, Tony!“

“We had dinner last night. The place is beautiful. Rome was amazing, attentive and very pleasant! The food was delicious. We were celebrating our anniversary and he gave us two glasses of champagne on the house. They opened two years ago and we didn’t know about it. It’s on the pricey side, but it is worth it.“

“For the price, you cannot compare to the effect and the service you will be provided. Think about a Barton G’s with a beautiful atmosphere. If you want a nice private ambience to hang out with your significant other or a friend to just have a nice conversation with some nice background music. The staff is all smiles and I can’t say 100% for all the flavors provided here but overall a great experience.
They spent the money on the hotel and you can see it here at this bar. And nowhere in Miami are you gonna get an $18 drink that takes six minutes to make. Most places for that price are going to give you a premixed drink with low quality alcohol…“

“A hidden gem rooftop bar with indoor/outdoor seating on the top floor of the Pelican Hotel with delicious drinks! We didn't have too much time here as we had a dinner reservation immediately after. I ordered clara bow and my friend ordered the quince sour. The presentation of the drinks was phenomenal and they were also delicious! Loved the vibes here as it feels completely removed from the hustle and bustle of Miami Beach. Wish we could have spent more time here.“