50 Best Cocktail Bars near Miami Shores

“Great place to brunch and close to our house. Drinks are AMAZING and food is great.“

“Incredible experience at Café La Trova. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Libations were perfectly crafted and delicious. Our server, Isis, was amazing—warm, attentive, and made the evening feel extra special. The music and overall vibe were so fun and lively. Highly recommend!“

“I always have such a great time here! Daniel and Adolfo are amazing bartenders — super friendly, attentive, and they always make you feel welcome. The drinks are great and the service is consistently excellent. Definitely one of my favorite spots and a place I always enjoy coming back to!“

“Everything about this restaurant was great the food ,the place is clean , the staff was very nice specifically Veronica. she was awesome , cordial and very professional ,I highly recomend this place, I am definitely going back and again ???“

“Restaurant lived up to the hype! Phenomenal experience from start to finish. Excellent service and fun, lively atmosphere. Food and cocktails were 10/10. The southern chicken dish was some of the best fried chicken I've had. The flavor was deeper, more complex than your typical fried chicken. House-made pickles and pimento biscuits were the perfect compliment. Collard greens were definitely top 3 all time. Pork chop was slightly overcooked but still delicious. Mashed potatoes and crispy onions with the chop were fantastic. High booze content in the cocktails - got your money's worth. The DJ was just getting going outside as we were leaving. Wish we could've stayed and partied all night. Really appreciated the complimentary ice cream for my wife's birthday. Will definitely be back!“

“buenísimo todo, excelente.“

“Rosita was so attentive, kind, and friendly. I love this place, I’ll come back every time I’m in Miami! The food was so good. Everything was so fresh. The atmosphere was comforting and beautiful. Also the playlist was fire 10/10“

“Last Sunday we visit Salao Cuban Bar .As always every thing was amazing.Thanks for the food the beauty of the place and THE MUSIC wich is faboulous(violin a great duo“

“Great spot and the food was really good! The only thing I didn’t like was the service. After our server brought out the food, we didn’t see him again. We eventually had to ask another waiter to let him know that we were finished.
He never came back to check on us, ask how the food was, or see if we needed anything else. I actually wanted to order a few more things from the menu, but since our waiter never came back, I didn’t get the chance.
Overall, the food was good, but the service could definitely be improved.“

“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.“

“Excellent food but to expensive“

“Coyo Taco was recommended and we loved it. The Service staff was really nice and the best tacos we ever had. We definitely come back when we are on holidays again. Thank you!“

“Haven’t been in while, but we can’t wait to go back. 😊“

“Good food, good service 🌸“

“We choose it for dinner based on the reviews but after our experience we agree that the rating is too high. The serving was mediocre, the mojito was served in a water glass. We ordered pizza for the kids and the salami was spicy, they couldn’t eat it- a heads up would have been mandatory in this case. Despite all that the paella was very tasty, and one is enough to serve 2 persons. The prices are in the average scale for Ocean Drive.“

“We had a wonderful meal. We were served by a very friendly lady named Kayle, who gave us all the information, service, and advice we needed. The food was good, and the dessert (chocolate mousse) was amazing.“

“Went for their anniversary celebration. The food as usual did not disappoint. We opted for the dumpling appetizer and the pork belly and curry noodle specials. Our server Natalia was on point! Service is always good there, but she went above and beyond. Friendly and professional. Knowledgeable about the food and drinks. Offered excellent recommendations. She made us feel so welcome that we almost didn't want to leave. This place always leaves us looking forward to our next visit. Thank you for a great time and meal. Glad to have you as our neighborhood gem. Happy anniversary!“

“We had a delicious dinner as a family of 5, every dish, every cocktail, delicious, we were treated like VIP guests, very attentive service, zero complaints, they're doing a lot things right at Tin Tin 🥂✨🍽“

“The best , friendly service and the best ceviche .“

“Valentina is absolutely wonderful! She is so kind, friendly, and always has a smile on her face. Sheis incredibly helpful and always happy to answer our questions and offer recommendations. Thank you so much, Valentina, for making our experience so pleasant! We truly appreciate your excellent service.“

“DJ was awesome and drinks were on point“

“We had Chavely C. as a waitess, she was excellent, we can’t say enough greatness about her !“

“Michelle is very nice and very fast.“

“I had heard about this hot restaurant from New York that I must try, but was reticent to do so because Carbone was the name of a character from Goodfellas that Robert Deniro's Jimmy Conway whacked when tying up loose ends after the Lufthansa job! Poor sap was hanging frozen in a meat locker. I'm glad I put that imagery aside because this place was amazing! Platitudes like wonderful ambience, fine service, flavorful food, great family style dining, are all applicable but just don't capture the full spirit of the evening. From the pickled cauliflower, to the signature spicy rigatoni ala vodka (which pairs nicely with their pinot noir offering Presqu'ile), to the Caesar salad (you must have those croutons!), and their delicious Italian petit-fours, everything burst with flavor and was resplendent of the authenticity of old Venice. And since you will be spending more than a few pennies here, one must luxuriate in the mid century environs replete with Murano glass chandeliers while being serenaded with a sound track of Italian crooners like Mel Torme and Frank Sinatra in the full bela canta tradition. If you have a special occasion, Carbones Miami Beach will make for a memorable evening.“

“La Cañita is an awesome family oriented fun restaurant with the exciting ambiance of an European Club Not only the food …. Music…and service is outstanding but all the people that work there are incredible friendly and really make you feel At home Henry Hernandez is the manager that has taken to his heart La Cañita … always courteous and attentive …he is the ❤️of this great new place to visit in the Kendall area See you there‼️ Maritere Pella“

“Was one of the best. Food 110% !!“

“I can’t believe anyone would leave this place a bad review.

I’ve been here a million times over the last ten years.

Tricolore salad is maybe the best salad in any restaurant in Florida.

The polenta dish is a total stunner.

Pasta pomodoro is a top 5 pomodoro of my life.

The mushroom pasta also life changing….

Service is always solid.

Cocktail program is very good plus they get drinks out pretty fast for an ambitious restaurant program.

Desserts very good.

New renovation-love it…..“

“Classy! Great food, drinks and music.“

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

“I have spent great time with my girls there, Food was amazing, Atmosphare was Awsome, Highly Recomended.“

“El servicio es excelente, la comida deliciosa, nos atendio Jenni una chica muy profesional y con una sonrisa encantadora. De seguro regresaremos.“

“Excelente comida y rápido. Servicio excepcional por Michael!!!“

“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.“

“I’m not sure if he’s upper management, the owner, or simply just a phenomenal server who really cares for the business, but every time I come, the service is always welcoming, but there is one man in particular who always introduces the drinks to the person who orders them, telling the story, and ending his explanation with a nice “cheers”. He does this for each person. It’s very personable, and you can see that he cares about the drinks and the craft of such unique, worldly takes on cocktails. It’s a place I always recommend for a cozy, laidback vibe, but also one that still feels upscale. The only thing is that I wish they had different music than the food hall - the food hall’s music is pretty atrocious and doesn’t complement the otherwise sleek yet down to earth vibe of the bar. Cheers!“

“French Apple. Pomme de terrre“

“Had a magical dinner with Rodrigo, our waiter. We felt very relaxed and welcomed. Food was awesome! We will be back!“

“First time there . As soon as I walked through the door I was led to an empty seat and immediately shown how to see the menu . Promptly given some cold water as i was walking around the area and a bit hot so it was perfect while i checked over the menu . As soon as i put the online menu down I was asked what I would like to order . I ordered the cheeseboard and a Daphne Hates sherry cocktail made by bartender Daniel . It was great . He was super hospitable and made sure I was enjoying my time . I cannot lie he made me feel like family and showed me great service . I noticed how busy he was and he handled all orders with ease while still checking in on me and making sure I was enjoying my experience, which I did . The ambience, the decor, the positive vibe of people and staff emphasis on the bartender Daniel, I will for sure be returning and mentioning to friends to check it out .“

“Dined in, everyone's dish was absolutely delicious. I had the Fettucini Primavera w/chicken. The ingredients are fresh & of highest quality. The sauce, cheese & chicken prepared to perfection. The chef is Italian & prepares authentic dishes. Will definitely come back again.“

“We waren 4 dagen in een hotel hier tegenover, maar iedere avond hier genoten van een lekker biertje, wijntje en gezelligheid!!! super fijne eigenaar en personeel! 🫶“

“I visited Terras since I was staying at Jefferson Hotel and Terras is conventiently located on the top floor of hotel. I decided to have dinner there and I did not regret my decision. The meal I selected was excellent, delicious!! Manuel greeted me with a genuine smile. He made a delicious margarita for me and althought he was tending to other customers at the bar where I sat, he made me feel so comfortable while I waited for my takeout meal. I informed him that I was visiting Miami for the first time. I asked him where is the best place for breakfast and he told me SW 8th St. I really appreciated the time he took with me. Terras has a pleasant, relaxing atmosphere and he even suggested that I should check out the skyline. I took a few picture as it was Beautiful at dusk. I will make it a point to visit Terras on my next journey to Miami. Thank you Manuel for being your authentic self!!“

“What a hidden gem! Delicious food and even better service. The kind of place where you feel like a regular even on your first time coming. Juan was incredible and attentive, especially when one of us got a stain on our shirt and he came right over with sparkling water and a Tide pen!“

“We had a great time at Abbale Televivian Kitchen. From our entertaining server Ash to the delicious food we couldn't have asked for a better night.“

“Ball & Chain was one of the highlights of my Miami trip! I was on a tour and short on time, but our waitress Pamela took great care of us. She got our food out quickly, and she was so sweet, kind, and full of great energy the whole time.

As a vegetarian, I always struggle to find places with food that actually tastes good, but this place hit a bull’s eye. The veggie wrap was packed with flavor, and the fries tasted like real fresh potatoes! We finished with churros, and honestly, they might be the best churros I’ve ever had.

Everything was fresh, the service was fantastic, and I’d highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Miami. A must!!!“

“Excellent food and atmosphere. on the outdoor porch. The shrimp scampi was the best I’ve ever had The musician was enjoyable as well.“

“This is one of my favorite restaurants in Miami. I always bring my friends here because we always get the best service and the most delicious food. And their desserts are my absolute favorite“

“Came in expecting a nice dinner and ended up having a whole night out. We had dinner at the restaurant next door, then came over to thebar for a drink. Great music, great food, great drinks and great service. Definitely more than just a restaurant.“

“I had an amazing experience at this restaurant! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the service was outstanding. A special thank you to Fran and Naomi for providing exceptional service. They were friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our visit. Their professionalism and positive attitude truly made our dining experience even better. I highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely be coming back!“

“Our experience at Elia was amazing the food, ambiance and service were a 10/10. Our waiter was extremely nice and sweet, and was able to accommodate us perfectly when we needed to switch tables. Would definitely return to try more of the menu and would recommend Orlando as your waiter!“

“Our server Ilber was out of this world!!! We don’t even knew we wanted it and it was there and it was exactly what we needed!!! Excellent service! He is the best!!! Ask for Ilber!!!!!“

“Family friendly restaurant best tasting pasta plates and ricotta chocolate dessert. A must try if in Miami area. Vincenzo was our waiter and we couldn’t have asked for a better service! Definitely a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“