Chip R.
Yelp
Bottom line: Minibar is a great little hideout to have a drink or two. Cool bar atmosphere, good drink selections, and our bartender was helpful as well as a great mixologist. Definitely worth checking out.
The Deets:
Chris M. told me when I came down to Miami Beach to visit that he has been wanting to try this bar for a long time, so we went to Minibar for an early drink or two before dinner one night. They have had a few press write ups which are located on their website so it appears to be a popular little place. One of their items they are known for is serving the drinks with the mini bottles one may find in a minibar, connecting into their name of course. Located within/beside the Urbanica Hotel complex, look for it just past the hotel main entrance as you walk a little bit farther down Meridian Ave. They have a few outside seats but going inside, it is just as its name may suggest...a small dark but inviting bar, well decorated but still keeping that casual feel. You can tell it's a laid back type of place. My pics probably show it best instead of my description. Once inside, scanning the QR code reveals their menu. We were here for drinks so I have no insight on their food offerings. The cocktail list looks great with plenty of drink types to choose from. The bartender was great in answering any questions and making us feel welcome. My friend got the Beach In Mexico cocktail (Abosolo Whiskey Mini, Housemade Orgeat, Nixta, Fresh Lime Juice) while I inquired about mocktail selections...the bartender recommended/made for me a mocktail version of their Mini Bramble (which included Fresh Lemon, Fresh Orange, Muddle Blackberry and Raspberry, Rosemary, without the Bombay Bramble Mini this time). Our drinks were both excellent, we enjoyed them so much we decided on one more before heading out to walk to dinner. I can see as the night goes on that this place would get a bit lively. The atmosphere can suit both quiet times and a bit more bustle/noise as the evening progresses. I am glad we stopped in to try out Minibar in South Beach and recommend you stop by if you get the chance in the Miami area.