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Places
Picks by neighborhood, checked by our editors.
Editor's favorites
Cocktails and nightlife
Blackbird Ordinary
Editor's favoriteNeighborhood nightlife mainstay with cocktails, music and a social indoor-outdoor setting.
Tip: Open late every night, usually until 5 a.m.; the bar does not post official hours.
- Cost
- $$
- Parking
- Street parking (not confirmed)
- Free transit
- Metromover Brickell City Centre (Eighth Street) station, per Metromover map.
- Waterfront
- No
729 SW 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33130
Open in MapsOfficial siteSpecial-occasion dinner
Ariete
Editor's favoriteChef Michael Beltran's Michelin-starred Grove restaurant, now 10 years old, cooking Cuban-American dishes with modern technique.
Tip: Dinner only; reserve ahead.
- Hours
- Sun–Thu 5:30 PM–10 PM · Fri–Sat 5:30 PM–11 PM
- Cost
- $$$$
- Parking
- Paid: metered street parking, MPA Playhouse Lot (3500 Main Hwy) and King's Lot (3431 Main Hwy), CocoWalk garage (from $4 for 30 min; $17 flat weekends) and Mayfair garage.
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Coconut Grove Trolley (Mon to Sat, 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.) and free Freebee Coconut Grove fixed route (Sun to Thu 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fri and Sat 10 a.m. to midnight).
- Waterfront
- No
3540 Main Hwy, Miami, FL 33133
Open in MapsOfficial siteSpecialty coffee
Panther Coffee Coconut Grove
Editor's favoriteMiami roaster's Grove shop offering coffee and pastries just off the village's main streets.
Tip: An easy take-away stop for walking Main Highway.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
- Cost
- $$
- Parking
- Paid: metered street parking, MPA Playhouse Lot (3500 Main Hwy) and King's Lot (3431 Main Hwy), CocoWalk garage (from $4 for 30 min; $17 flat weekends) and Mayfair garage.
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Coconut Grove Trolley (Mon to Sat, 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.) and free Freebee Coconut Grove fixed route (Sun to Thu 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fri and Sat 10 a.m. to midnight).
- Waterfront
- No
3407 Main Hwy, Miami, FL 33133
Open in MapsOfficial siteIndependent bookstore
Books & Books Coral Gables
Editor's favoriteAn independent bookstore with readings, events and an attached cafe.
Tip: Check the events calendar for author talks.
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–11 PM · Sun 9 AM–10 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- City garages and meters at $1 per 24 minutes, $18 daily cap; Garage 2 at 220 Aragon Ave is closest to Aragon Ave.
- Free transit
- Free Coral Gables Trolley (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; no Sunday service) on Ponce de Leon Blvd, and free Freebee rides in the downtown service area (Mon to Thu 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Fri and Sat to midnight, Sun to 7 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
265 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistoric hotel and landmark
The Biltmore Hotel Coral Gables
Editor's favorite1920s Mediterranean Revival landmark whose tower and grounds are part of the city's identity.
Tip: Visitors can see the lobby and dine at its restaurants; self-parking in the West Lot is paid by the hour, and some facilities are for hotel guests only.
- Hours
- Open 24 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Paid: West Lot self-parking about $4/hour ($30 daily cap) via app; valet about $25 for visitors
- Free transit
- None confirmed
- Waterfront
- No
1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Open in MapsOfficial siteAmerican classics and sushi
Hillstone
Editor's favoritePolished dining room at the corner of Ponce de Leon Blvd and Miracle Mile, open for about 25 years, serving American classics, prime steaks and handcrafted sushi.
Tip: Walk-ins are welcome for two; groups of three or more should reserve ahead, and smart casual attire is expected.
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 11:30 AM–10 PM · Sat 11 AM–10 PM · Sun 11 AM–9 PM
- Cost
- $$$
- Parking
- Metered street parking on Miracle Mile and city garages nearby ($1 per 24 minutes, $18 daily cap); no valet listed by the restaurant
- Free transit
- Free Coral Gables Trolley Ponce de Leon route runs along Ponce de Leon Blvd at this corner (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; no Sunday service); free Freebee rides in the downtown Coral Gables service area
- Waterfront
- No
201 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Open in MapsOfficial siteContemporary art museum
Institute of Contemporary Art Miami
Editor's favoriteFree contemporary art museum with changing exhibitions and a sculpture garden.
Tip: Admission is free, but reserve a ticket online since walk-ins can be turned away when full. Free tours of current shows meet in the lobby at noon.
- Hours
- Wed–Sun 11 AM–6 PM
- Closed
- Monday, Tuesday; major federal holidays
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Museum Garage across NE 41st St; Design District garages $3 up to 4 hours, $6 for 4 to 6 hours, $25 daily max; valet $5 up to 4 hours at 10 stands (Miami Design District).
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Biscayne route; its map lists the Design District as a stop area (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to midnight; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
61 NE 41st St, Miami, FL 33137
Open in MapsOfficial siteNeighborhood restaurant
Michael's Genuine
Editor's favoriteEstablished Miami restaurant serving seasonal food in a lively dining room and courtyard.
Tip: Happy hour runs Sunday to Friday, 4 to 7 p.m. Courtyard tables are best in good weather.
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 11:30 AM–10 PM · Sun 11 AM–8 PM
- Cost
- $$$
- Parking
- Palm Court Garage is closest (district directory); Design District garages $3 up to 4 hours, $6 for 4 to 6 hours, $25 daily max; valet $5 up to 4 hours at 10 stands (Miami Design District).
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Biscayne route; its map lists the Design District as a stop area (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to midnight; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
130 NE 40th St, Miami, FL 33137
Open in MapsOfficial siteVietnamese dinner
Tâm Tâm
Editor's favoriteLocally run Vietnamese restaurant and wine bar built around sharing plates, named a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2024 and 2025.
Tip: Dinner only; reservations are taken by email.
- Hours
- Tue–Thu 5:30 PM–10:30 PM · Fri–Sat 5:30 PM–11 PM · Sun 5:30 PM–10 PM
- Closed
- Monday
- Cost
- $$
- Parking
- Metered street parking and downtown garages (not confirmed)
- Free transit
- Metromover and Metrorail Government Center station, per Metromover map.
- Waterfront
- No
99 NW 1st St, Miami, FL 33128
Open in MapsOfficial siteWaterfront public park
Bayfront Park
Editor's favoriteDowntown waterfront park used for walks, concerts, major events and skyline views.
Tip: Festival setups can close parts of the park.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–11 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Park lot next to the Trust offices, $20 (10 a.m. to 11 p.m.); Bayside garage nearby
- Free transit
- Metromover Bayfront Park station (150 S Biscayne Blvd) is adjacent; Miami Trolley Coral Way route stops at Bayfront Park.
- Waterfront
- Yes, 32 acres on Biscayne Bay
301 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
Open in MapsOfficial siteBayfront public park
Margaret Pace Park
Editor's favoriteWaterfront walking paths, sports courts, playground and dog areas.
Tip: Leashed dogs are welcome and there is a dog park, plus tennis, volleyball and basketball courts and an outdoor gym.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–10 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Paid street parking run by the Miami Parking Authority
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Biscayne route; its map lists Margaret Pace Park as a stop area (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to midnight; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- Yes, on Biscayne Bay
1745 N Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33132
Open in MapsOfficial siteFrench bakery and cafe
Péché Mignon
Editor's favoriteNeighborhood bakery and cafe serving laminated pastries, breakfast and coffee.
Tip: Special pastries can sell out, so go early.
- Hours
- Tue–Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–4 PM
- Closed
- Monday
- Cost
- $$
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Biscayne route along Biscayne Blvd (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to midnight; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
430 NE 31st St, Miami, FL 33137
Open in MapsOfficial siteCuban cafeteria
Morro Castle Hialeah
Editor's favoriteCuban cafeteria founded in 1966 and still serving classic Cuban comfort food at counter prices.
Tip: An affordable neighborhood meal rather than a dressed-up restaurant.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–12 AM
- Cost
- $
- Parking
- On-site parking available (restaurant site)
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No
1201 W 44th Pl, Hialeah, FL 33012
Open in MapsOfficial siteHistoric city landmark
Hialeah Park Historic Racetrack
Editor's favoriteRacetrack that opened in 1925, rebuilt in the early 1930s with palm-lined grounds and an infield lake known for its flamingos. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Tip: The site now runs mainly as a casino, so confirm visitor access before going just to see the track and flamingos.
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No
100 E 32nd St, Hialeah, FL 33013
Open in MapsOfficial siteLive Latin music
Ball & Chain
Editor's favoriteHistoric music and cocktail venue mixing live performances, dancing and Cuban-inspired food.
Tip: Live music runs from afternoon into the night; check the show calendar. Wednesday nights include a free salsa class.
- Hours
- Mon 11 AM–12 AM · Tue–Thu 11 AM–1 AM · Fri–Sat 11 AM–3 AM · Sun 11 AM–1 AM
- Cost
- $$
- Parking
- Valet on site; street parking fills fast on weekends and late nights (Ball & Chain)
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Little Havana route along SW 8th St (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
1513 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135
Open in MapsOfficial siteNeighborhood landmark
Domino Park (Máximo Gómez Park)
Editor's favoriteSmall city park where neighborhood regulars gather for dominoes and chess.
Tip: Be respectful of the regular players; joining a game isn't automatic. The park has public bathrooms.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- Street parking
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Little Havana route along SW 8th St (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Waterfront
- No
1444 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135
Open in MapsOfficial siteWine bar with nightly live music
Lagniappe
Editor's favoriteNew Orleans-style wine bar with a string-lit backyard, live music every night and pick-your-own cheese and charcuterie.
Tip: No reservations; live music nightly 9 p.m. to midnight. Choose cheese and charcuterie from the back fridges. Weeknights are calmer than packed weekends.
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 6 PM–2 AM · Fri–Sat 6 PM–3 AM · Sun 6 PM–2 AM
- Cost
- $$
- Parking
- Limited: street parking and a paid lot next door (about $10 per visitor reports; not confirmed)
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Biscayne route serves Midtown (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to midnight; Sun 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.). Biscayne Blvd is about a block east; nearest stop not confirmed.
- Waterfront
- No
3425 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137
Open in MapsOfficial siteIndependent bakery
Zak the Baker
Editor's favoriteIndependent kosher bakery-cafe offering naturally leavened breads, pastries and lunch.
Tip: Go early for the broadest pastry selection.
- Hours
- Sun–Fri 7 AM–5 PM
- Closed
- Saturday
- Cost
- $$
- Parking
- Paid: Wynwood Garage, 311 NW 26th St (24/7, roughly $20 to $40 by stay, higher on event days) and metered street parking via PayByPhone/ParkMobile.
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Wynwood route along NW 2nd Ave (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; no Sunday service).
- Waterfront
- No
295 NW 26th St, Miami, FL 33127
Open in MapsOfficial siteLocal coffee roaster
Panther Coffee Wynwood
Editor's favoriteThe original Wynwood coffee stop, known for carefully roasted beans and a neighborhood patio.
Tip: Pair a morning coffee with a walk through the nearby murals.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
- Cost
- $$
- Parking
- Paid: Wynwood Garage, 311 NW 26th St (24/7, roughly $20 to $40 by stay, higher on event days) and metered street parking via PayByPhone/ParkMobile.
- Free transit
- Free City of Miami Trolley, Wynwood route along NW 2nd Ave (Mon to Sat 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; no Sunday service).
- Waterfront
- No
2390 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127
Open in MapsOfficial site
Lists by area
137 places in 13 neighborhoods
Urban core
Downtown Miami
9 places
Bayfront parks, museums and the skyline
Brickell
9 places
Banks, high-rise living and walkable dining
Edgewater
9 places
Bayfront towers and parks
Overtown
9 places
Black history, the Lyric Theater and new development
Arts and design
Wynwood
9 places
Murals, galleries, breweries and nightlife
Midtown
11 places
Shopping, dining and art
Design District
8 places
Luxury shopping, design showrooms and public art
Historic and south
Little Havana
10 places
Calle Ocho, Cuban food and culture, Domino Park
Coconut Grove
10 places
Tree cover, bayside parks and the village center
Coral Gables
10 places
Mediterranean Revival streets and Miracle Mile
Beaches and islands
Miami Beach
23 places
Beaches, Art Deco and city life
Virginia Key
10 places
Beaches, nature trails and marine science
Across the county
Hialeah
10 places
Cuban American community, industry and Hialeah Park