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Nightlife
Whatever you're in the mood for, Miami's got it! From the hottest in hip-hop clubs (Karu & Y is a favorite with visiting celebs!) to live Irish music at John Martin's in Coral Gables, music and fun abound in Miami's night time scene. South Beach, Coconut Grove, Mary Brickell Village, the Young Circle area of Hollywood and Miracle Mile offer plenty of variety in easy walking distance. Tobacco Road, proud owner of the first liquor license issued in Florida, sits right on the Miami River, just south of Downtown; 25 miles north at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino, the world-famous Opium nightclub just opened a new state of the art club. In between lay everything imaginable for the perfect night on the town!
305-534-9005
A hidden gem in Miami Beach nightlife and the number one destination of beer enthusiasts and anyone interested in beer. Abraxas has one of the best beer selections in town, a great wine, champagne and sake list and a comfortable feel–like you are hanging out in a friends’ living room. Great tunes (rock, indie rock, funk, soul, blues and jazz) augment the no attitude vibe. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30pm-5am; Sunday-Monday, 9pm-3am.
305-354-9300
This upscale full-bar and cigar lounge offering rare Honduran, Dominican and Nicaraguan cigars. Live entertainment Thursdays at 10pm, martinis are half-price from 9pm-11pm and a DJ spins today’s hits starting at 10pm Fridays. Saturdays feature free champagne for ladies from 10pm-midnight.
305-532-4006
An Art Deco landmark, the world-famous Clevelander offers something for everyone looking for a good time. With several rooms to chose from, the C-Level Rooftop Terrace offers great views and a place to relax, while 1020 Lounge provides great dance beats every Friday and Saturday night. Live entertainment abounds on the Clevelander Patio, featuring everything from bands to burlesque shows.
954-921-3478
If it's nightlife and clubs near you crave, nobody does it better than Downtown Hollywood. Get a taste of South Florida’s international music and culture with live jazz, blues, rock, Latin and R&B. Bars and clubs are concentrated tightly here, allowing you to enjoy a variety of experiences just a few steps apart. Beer bars, wine bars, and full liquor bars abound! Order a refreshing cocktail and find out why Downtown Hollywood is just as fascinating at night as it is during the day. Located on Hollywood Boulevard and Harrison Street, between 16th and 21st Avenues.
954-454-7000
Gulfstream Park, one of South Florida’s most exciting and picturesque attractions, combines fashion boutiques, signature restaurants, top-of-the-line home stores, year-round casino action, thoroughbred horseracing, a bustling nightlife and much more. Established in 1939, Gulfstream Park offers seasonal thoroughbred horseracing (December-April), as well as exciting year-round casino action including more than 850 of the latest Vegas-style slot machines, 20 live action poker tables and musical entertainment! While you’re there, visit the newly opened Village at Gulfstream Park where shoppers will delight in a vast assortment of boutiques featuring the latest fashions from clothing retailers such as Claudio Milano, Martier and Lilly McKay, or indulge in home furnishings from favorites like Crate and Barrel, Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma, Z Gallerie and The Container Store. What’rs more, foodies will rejoice with an eclectic selection of more than 17 restaurants and outdoor cafes; including Brio Tuscan Grille, Cantina Laredo, Texas de Brazil, III Forks, Yard House, The Playwright Irish Pub, and more. Cap off your evening by dancing the night away in one of the area’rs hottest nightclubs, or simply enjoying a little down time under the stars at one of the quaint cafés.
305-674-4680
Melding the allure of the historical Fontainebleau Hotel and contemporary entertainment, LIV has redefined nightlife on Miami Beach. One of Miami Beach’s trendiest night clubs, LIV fuses the appeal of an ultra exclusive lounge and a high-energy nightclub. With more than 18,000 square feet of striking architectural design and lavish decor, LIV sets the stage for the ultimate nightlife experience. A voyeuristic design throughout the nightclub gives guests a bird's eye view of the celebrities, VIPs and Miami's most beautiful crowd. LIV features a variety of music formats during its four weekly nights, Wednesday and Friday-Sunday, and offers VIP tables, private skyboxes, three full-service bars and a lavish main dance floor.
305-673-4422
Miami’s hottest dance club! With the sultry sounds of Reggae, Latin, and Caribbean music, Mango's comes alive each night with a show like no other. Experience one of the longest-running cabaret shows in the country! The party does not stop at Miami’s with live bands and exotic shows daily from noon-4pm.
305-531-5535
Two levels featuring six bars, a dance floor, and mezzanine with a capacity for 2,500 party goers. Guest DJs and live performances happen often; check the website for details. Expect a long line at the door and lots of celebrity sightings! Open Tuesday-Sunday, 11pm-5am.
305-642-0032
A tantalizing blend of color, mixed layout, bold fixtures, and the highest quality of audio visual capability, the venue is a culmination of four unique concepts intricately meshed to comprise one entertainment complex: lounge, restaurant, sidewalk café, and club, Mia has it all! Happy Hour is Monday-Friday, 5pm-8pm. Open nightly with feature parties on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
305-925-2555
Just 15 minutes west of the Florida Turnpike, along the southeastern edge of the beautiful Florida Everglades, is the Miccosukee Resort & Gaming. The property is comprised of 302 guest rooms and luxurious suites, which are custom designed to create a comfortable and delightful guest experience. The gaming area pays out millions of dollars daily and guests can enjoy the excitement of gaming 24 hours a day! In the 1,200-seat high stakes Bingo Hall, sessions range from Early Bird to Nite Owl to Insomnia. Additionally, there are more than 1,790 Video Pull Tabs and a Poker Room with 58 poker tables, which hosts Regular 7-Card Stud and Texas Hold'em Poker Games and Mini & Super Hold'em Tournaments. Guests can select from a choice of five dining options or simply relax at our Cypress Lounge and Martini Bar and enjoy live entertainment.
786-507-3448
Inspired by Mokai, a canyon in New Zealand known for extreme sports and the backdrop for “Lord of the Rings” and “King Kong.” The decor creates a vibrant ambiance and a high energy appeal. The music is a mix of rock & roll, hip-hop and house. Open Thursday-Sunday, 11pm-5am.
305-538-1111
Outdoor beach club with food, drink and fun atmosphere. Open Monday-Thursday, 11am-5pm for lunch; Friday-Saturday, 11am-11pm for food (stays open later for drinks, hanging out). Sundays bring out the wild party crowd, as resident DJ's spin the latest in international house and dance music from an outdoor cabana-esque booth. Open 11am-5am. Club Nikki: Sexy and chic interior with VIP areas as well as a champagne bar, coupled with state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems. Resident and guest DJs, entertainment by the Nikki Dancers–live percussionists and aerial performers. Open Friday-Sunday, 11pm-5am.
305-531-7234
Every Queen Needs a Palace! The Palace is both a bar and restaurant, serving three meals daily, plus popular drag Sunday brunch. The Palace rocks until 2 am with Sunday T-dances, Friday queer cabaret, and plenty of other events–many of them hosted by Miami's most elegant and eligible drag queens. Across Ocean Drive from gay-friendly 12th Street Beach!
305-722-3900
Located in the upscale Bowlmor Lanes bowling alley in the Dolphin Mall, Pulse Lounge features VIP seating in semiprivate booths with bottle service, a 35-foot bar, a large stage for live performances, a 2,600-sq.-ft. dance floor and an open DJ booth facing the crowd. Pulse's weekly events feature a mix of today's top music, with DJ's spinning everything from Latin to House music. On Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays table reservations are highly recommended. For reservations call 305-722-3900 or e-mail info@pulseloungemiami.com.
1-888-56-MAGIC
Named after Grammy Award-winner Jon Secada, Secada’s is one of Miami’s best outdoor lounges. This lounge, “Home of the Four-Day Weekend,” features a special drink and food menu. Enjoy four days of entertainment starting with Miami Rock Star Karaoke on Thursdays, giving participants the opportunity to win cash prizes as they compete to be the top singer of the night. Put on some dancing shoes and participate in a Magic City dance competition, Bailar Miami, on select Fridays for a chance to win thousands of dollars in prizes. Enjoy live band performances on Saturdays and Miami’s wildest game show, Let’s Make a Magic Deal, on Sundays. Open Thursday-Sunday, 6pm-12am.
954-327-ROCK
The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino features a variety of gaming, including Vegas-style slots and the only blackjack tables in South Florida. At the Hard Rock Live, entertainers ranging from Robin Williams and Denis Leary to Smokey Robinson and Mötely Crüe entertain in intimate venues. Seminole Paradise, located adjacent to the hotel and casino offers several restaurants and pubs offer plenty of variety for dining and drinking. Hotel accommodations are top of the line! For shuttle service from MIami Beach call 786-232-7515. For express service call 305-538-0078.
305-531-2800
Upscale nightclub with two levels and four bars with more than 100 varieties of the world's finest top shelf liquors, champagnes and spirits, a private reservation-only room and a second floor VIP lounge. Dramatic design inspired by the grand Hollywood homes of the 1930s & 40s. Open Thursday-Sunday, 11pm-5am.
786-276-6772
Skybar’s about hanging out, taking it in and making the scene. Every week, there’s a new opportunity to chill out with specialty cocktails, buzz-worthy DJs and featured guest. Spread throughout the intense, electric, cobalt blue walls, fountains and pergolas, Skybar matches any mood at any time within the deeply sensual background of the colorful tropical gardens. Skybar is comprised of four distinct rooms: Redroom, Redroom Garden, Rumbar and Sandbar.
305-374-1198
Miami's oldest bar, and the proud holder of liquor license #1 in the city! A local hangout and longtime favorite for rock and blues; music starts 10pm on most nights of the week. Great food and happy hour specials too! Their burgers can't be beat! Open Monday-Saturday, 11:30am-5am; Sunday, 1pm-5am.
305-534-3600
The historic Van Dyke Café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and features free Wi-Fi. The cafe'’ jazz bar, located on the second floor and aptly named Upstairs, resembles a classy speakeasy in which local jazz performers play to an intimate, enthusiastic crowd of mostly adults and sophisticated younger folk, who often huddle at the small tables until the wee hours of the morning. Enjoy sophisticated cocktails and conversation while listening to a variety of live bands and entertainment.
305-938-3131
This exclusive, intimate lounge serves only top shelf liquor; the interior is exotic, with an X-shaped bronze banquette. The space is illuminated with a sensual lighting scheme, creating a seductive ambiance for Miami's elite to mix and mingle.
