MiniBar Miami
Cocktail bar · Miami Beach
418 Meridian Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Highlights
Craft cocktails, DJ nights, and happy hour in South Beach
Craft cocktails, DJ nights, and happy hour in South Beach
"MiniBar is technically a hotel bar, but locals drink here too. Like the name implies, it’s very tiny, though they also have some courtyard seating that makes things a tad more spacious. Despite the square footage, it’s one of the South of Fifth’s better drinking options—especially if you’re looking for something more casual. Cocktails are simple but tasty, and Happy Hour is from 5-8pm, a good call if you want to drink cheap in one of South Beach’s most expensive neighborhoods." - ryan pfeffer, mariana trabanino
"Tucked into the Urbanica hotel right off of 5th Street, thirsty first daters will find a tiny (mini, if you will) bar that’s the go-to watering hole for the cool kids living the South of Fifth lifestyle. The bar only seats about ten people, making it a cozy spot to start a potential relationship." - Amber Love Bond
"As the name implies, Minibar is relatively small in size, but within the palm tree-adorned walls, there are plenty of personalities. Perfect for locals looking for a casual nightcap, the cocktail menu features creative takes on traditional drinks; many are even served with a mini liquor bottle added to the drink like those you see on Ocean Drive — but better." - Amber Love Bond
"What Minibar lacks in seats it more than makes up for in atmosphere, as this hidden gem in the Meridian Hotel has become a hotspot for South Beach locals seeking a cold drink away from the crowds. You’ll find a handful of stools inside, where you can order up a Chocolate Old Fashioned with Santa Teresa 1796, chocolate bitters, sugar, and an orange peel, then strike up a conversation with a nearby resident who’ll undoubtedly have an interesting backstory. But you’re also welcome to take the show outside and enjoy a smooth Mini Mangonada — BACARDÍ Mango Chile, lime juice, mango nectar, citric acid blend, and a Tajin rim — at one of Minibar’s outdoor tables." - Matthew Meltzer
"Minibar is a rare kind of cocktail bar for South Beach. It has a local crowd (despite technically being a hotel bar), is small but rarely overcrowded, and serves pretty good cocktails that don’t cost $25. So it definitely deserves to be on your roster of potential date spots. There are some outdoor tables where you can hang out on a nice day, but we really like sitting at the bar here, which pretty much takes up the entire space." - Ryan Pfeffer
