The Best Bars in Miami Beach

Once the day winds down and you’ve had just about enough of the beach and the bustle of Ocean Drive, it’s time to pop into one of the many hidden (and not so hidden) bars that Miami Beach has to offer. There’s something for everyone: award-winning craft cocktails, beer on tap, roaring live music, and dimly lit speakeasies.

Here are the top bars to check out when you find yourself in Miami Beach looking for a drink:

Bar Luca

Bar Luca is one of the more down-to-earth drinkeries on this list—charming, relaxed, and exactly the kind of place that quickly becomes your any-night-of-the-week neighborhood go-to. There’s an easy Italian warmth to the space, the sort that makes spending your evenings here feel natural, especially once the cocktails start flowing and the kitchen sends out plates built for sharing.

Granted, those cocktails are the name of the game here. Take for instance the Scorsa, a timeless fusion of Fords gin, Strega herbal liqueur, maraschino cherry liqueur, lime, and basil—incredibly refreshing with the perfect punch. If you’re leaning dessert-adjacent, the Sicilian Wedding goes all in with Madagascar vanilla-infused vodka, Disaronno, Licor 43, pineapple, white chocolate, and half-and-half—indulgent in the best way. Pair your drinks with crispy calamari and lemon-garlic aioli or a burrata panzanella made with local cheese. Even better, happy hour runs daily from 4–6 p.m., with discounted spritzes, bites, and plenty of reasons to claim a patio seat overlooking Indian Creek and stay awhile at Bar Luca.

Bar Luca is located at 2925 Indian Creek Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33140. For more information, visit their official website.

Broken Shaker

Broken Shaker is that one bar you always go back to when you want to keep things chill and bubbly. Whether hanging out with friends or going on a laid-back date, this is the spot. Peek through the Freehand Hotel, and you’ll find a serene courtyard with a pool where the drinks keep pouring. There’s not much indoor seating, but the outdoor pool and shaded tables keep the area fresh and lively.

Broken Shaker has lots of quirky and innovative cocktails to sip on that rotate regularly, giving you plenty of reasons to stop by on the weekly. Case in point: the Up on the Roof, made with Ten to One Rum, Chareau, watermelon, basil, fire tincture, and a dash of tajin. If you’re looking for bites to complement your sips, the Clamato-spiked shrimp cocktail is a no-brainer, as are the tacos with choices of crispy cheese and mushrooms or grilled mahi mahi with chipotle. La Piscina Happy Hour is Friday–Sunday, 4–7 p.m. with discounted cocktails, cervezas, and comida.

Broken Shaker is located at 2727 Indian Creek Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33140. For more information, visit their official website.

Lost Weekend

If Broken Shaker was chill and tropical poolside vibes, best believe Lost Weekend is the complete opposite. The South Beach staple has everything you need to make it a weekend for the books. Vintage ’80s video games, pool tables, and even karaoke. This place is a downright hoot.

The drink of choice here is beer and lots of it. Craft and on tap. The food is above your average pub grub, with the South Philly cheese steak becoming synonymous with the bar itself. There’s even a stellar Philly-style veggie cheese steak made with grilled mushrooms for the fellow vegetarians. Come one, come all.

Lost Weekend is located at 218 Española Way, Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, visit their official website.

MiniBar Miami

MiniBar is the kind of place you almost don’t want to tell people about—a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it hideaway tucked inside the Meridian Hotel that feels more like someone’s living room than a South Beach bar. Small and intimate—it’s built for easy conversation, low-key date nights, or that one “just one drink” that quietly turns into three.

The cocktails rotate often, sometimes nodding to Miami personalities and chefs, other times leaning into bright, tropical flavors that fit the locale without screaming for attention. Expect enticing libations like the Deco Daze made with RumHaven, lime juice, orgeat and coconut syrups, and orange juice. The bar also has an extensive menu of beer, cider, wine, and mocktails. Happy hour runs every day from 4–8 p.m. with $6 beers, $8 wine, and well drinks. Grab a seat in the courtyard or spill into the little outdoor alley when the weather plays nice—it’s all part of the charm.

MiniBar Miami is located at 418 Meridian Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, visit their official website.

Brother’s Keeper

Brother’s Keeper feels like the dive bar Miami Beach forgot it needed—equal parts retro mischief and serious hospitality chops. Sitting on Alton Road with neon glow, a wraparound aquarium, and a pool table in the back, the place channels just enough Miami Vice energy to feel transportive without tipping into theme-park territory. It’s casual, a little kitschy, and exactly the kind of bar you want to find yourself on a night out with the besties.

Behind the fun, though, is a crew that knows what they’re doing. The cocktails are playful but dialed in—the Bread Service Martini (served with a buttery bite on the side) is the obvious move, while tropical-leaning riffs like the strawberry and apricot junglebird keep things interesting. The food punches well above typical bar fare too, from crunchy bang bang shrimp and kimchi honey wings to heartier bites like Cuban picadillo sloppy joes and crispy chicken sandwiches. For a spot that balances neighborhood hangout energy with great drinks, Brother’s Keeper makes a strong case for becoming your new default.

Brother’s Keeper is located at 1710 Alton Rd., Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, visit their official website.

Monty’s

Yet another Miami Beach staple, we’re willing to bet our bottom dollar if you’re not at Lost Weekend on a Friday night, you’ll be at Monty’s. There’s a pool. There’s live music every weekend. Drinks that just won’t stop. Need we say more? If you want a truly unforgettable experience—go with the bar’s famous Pain Remover. A blend of gold rum, coconut cream, and tropical juices, this cocktail comes in three different pain-removing categories, so go wild.

Perhaps our favorite part about Monty’s Sunset is that it also offers stellar seafood. If you’re lucky enough to come here during stone crab season, by all means get the platter. Just about anything from the raw bar is worth the trip, including the jumbo shrimp cocktail and the Florida-style peel-and-eat shrimp. Don’t be afraid to get a little dirty here, folks—it’s oh-so worth it.

Monty’s is located at 300 Alton Rd., Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, visit their official website.

Sweet Liberty

Ah, Sweet Liberty. Old-school dive bar meets new and chic craft cocktail bar. It’s neon, it’s happening, it’s popping. The multiple award-winning bar has such a grand list of craft drinks that you’re bound to become a regular. Some standouts include the Sweet Liberty signature piña colada spiked with Jamaican coffee (trust us on this one) and the spiced pineapple daiquiri.

Foodies will light up with glee after just one look at the menu with raw bar specialties, decadent appetizers worthy to match even the booziest of drinks, and sweet happy endings. If you’re ordering for the table, make sure to get the cheesy, creamy cauliflower nachos with added shrimp, pickled deviled eggs, and please, oh please, get the lobster mac and cheese.

Sweet Liberty is located at 237-B 20th St., Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, visit their official website.

Swizzle Rum Bar and Drinkery

Classy is the first word that comes to mind from the sight of Swizzle. This hidden speakeasy transports you straight into the Colonial era—dim lighting, vintage banker’s lamps, leather seating, they’ve got it all. It’s a gem amongst the usual hustle and bustle of South Beach. The bar is deeply inspired by the 18th century, when rum was all the rage, and you best believe Swizzle has over 150 bottles to choose from.

Rum-based cocktails galore here with customer favorites like the classic Hurricane and a coffee-infused rum banana daiquiri. Many of the brands come from the Sunshine State itself, so patrons can opt for the full-on Florida Rum Experience. And while the food here is definitely not the focus, a humble yet tasteful menu of wings, fries, and a classic American burger will still make sure you can keep up with the libations to come.

Swizzle Rum Bar and Drinkery is located at 1120 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, visit their official website.

Ted’s Hideaway

Ted’s Hideaway is exactly what the name promises—a no-frills South of Fifth refuge where the neon, velvet ropes, and bottle-service energy of the Beach feel a world away. Dark, casual, and truly divey, it’s the kind of place people slip into for a quick beer and somehow end up staying till the wee hours, making a few rounds along the way. Locals treat it like a second living room, and visitors lucky enough to find it usually feel like they’ve discovered a secret.

Drinks here are simple, strong, and refreshingly affordable with a straight-to-the-point menu of classic cocktails and draft beers. Meanwhile, the food menu stays strong with bar classics: chips and salsa, loaded fries, and grilled cheese sandwiches. There are TVs for the game, a pool table for passing the time, and just enough chatter at the bar to make striking up a conversation feel easy. If you’re craving a break from South Beach flash, Ted’s Hideaway is about as authentic as it gets.

Ted’s Hideaway is located at 124 2nd St., Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, visit their official website.

The ScapeGoat

ScapeGoat is one of those tiny-but-mighty South of Fifth spots that proves you don’t need a big room to make a strong impression. Intimate, lively, and often buzzing by the weekend, it’s the kind of bar you duck into for a quick drink and end up lingering with a drink in hand, whether you’re waiting on a table nearby or just chasing a solid cocktail in a neighborhood full of flashier options.

The menu leans classic with a focus on made-in-the-U.S. ingredients—think American Trilogy with apple brandy and orange bitters or Waterlily with gin and crème de violet, alongside tried-and-trusted classics. For a compact bar with real cocktail credibility, ScapeGoat holds its own against the bigger players. P.S. Happy hour runs daily between 5–8 p.m., offering $11 cocktails, $9 wine, and $6 beers.

The ScapeGoat is located at 100 Collins Ave. #Cu-4, Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, visit their official website.

Tropezón

Tropezón feels like a tiny portal off Española Way straight into Spain—the kind of place where the Beach’s chaos fades, and suddenly you’re lingering over drinks in what feels like a tucked-away European village bar. Small, warm, and quietly romantic—just the thing for some slow conversations, shared plates of tapas, and nights stretching long.

Gin is the headline here, and not just any gin and tonic situation. Tropezón leans fully Iberian, with house-infused gins layered with fruits, herbs, florals, and unexpected tropical twists like roasted pineapple, buttered banana, and Florida citrus. Pair them with classic tapas like pan con tomate, torreznos with Tropezón spice, and tuna crudo with coconut ajo blanco. Suddenly the whole experience lands somewhere between neighborhood hangout and Spanish getaway. Needless to say, Tropezón is easily one of the most transportive bars on the Beach.

Tropezón is located at 512 Española Way, Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, visit their official website.