Best & Cool Bars in Golden Glades

"Out on a dock beneath the shade of beach-blue umbrellas and right next door to the Swimming Hall of Fame and the city marina, you can enjoy a continuous parade of the most impressive yachts you’ve ever seen while digging in to some tasty eat-with-your-hands seafood. The menu offers a delicious fresh take on traditional beach-vacation nibbles, including conch fritters, coconut shrimp, and crab cakes, but they also have a daily special called “scoobies,” a bowl of luscious snow crab legs soaking in roasted garlic butter. This is a great place to order some drinks while watching the sunset."

"Fort Lauderdale’s Coconuts restaurant offers waterfront dining and an inventive menu that is primarily composed of delicious seafood and comfort foods. Treat yourself to tasty dishes like the Lobster Roll, Jambalaya, or the Gravy Train (breaded pork loin medallions in home gravy). Stop in for Sunday brunch and try the seafood quiche."

"Restaurants Seafood Downtown. For years, the Epic Hotel’s rooftop bar and restaurant was a magnet for business types grabbing a drink after work in the area. But even without its beat-the-clock happy hour, Area 31 is still luring the locals with its unparalleled views of Downtown and well-priced bites and sips."

"Area 31 is on the 16th floor of the Epic Hotel, which means it boasts spectacular views across Biscayne Bay, Miami River, and the city skyline. The restaurant takes its name from Fishing Area 31, which is from where most of the ingredients are sourced. This area is an ecologically sustainable fishery."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Area 31 (@area31miami) on Sep 14, 2017 at 2:10pm PDT"

"Do these tangy, spicy wings taste nearly as good without a complete panoramic view of Miami from the 40th floor?. Find out as Sugar offers this plus the rest of its menu for delivery. Cool off from all the spice with the Audi and Ramsa ice creams, which are made with various types of alcohol."

"A post shared by Vittorio Di Natale (@vittorio_di_natale) on Mar 21, 2019 at 10:55am PDT. This trendy 40th-floor rooftop spot always pulls in a fun and energetic crowd. With views this good, you’ll find a whole new level of appreciation for the Miami skyline."

"The Tank Brewing Co. is one of the newer breweries in Miami, and it’s pretty impressive, too. Home to a 4,000 square-foot tap room that can host up to 600 people, go here for 16 different Miami-inspired brews on tap, like La Finca Miami, Freedom Tower, La Playita, Byronic Brown, Rye-Lingual, El Farito and more. When you need some food to soak up the alcohol, fill up on chicken chicharrones, wings, tostonnes, tempura cauliflower, ham croqueta preparada, guava manchego burger, bacon burger or the “Angry Vegetarian” and bone marrow fried chips from Twisted Fork Kitchen, which sits in-house at The Tank Brewing Co. 5100 NW 72nd Avenue, Bay A1, Miami, FL 33166."

"At The Tank, cigars and beer don’t make for such strange bedfellows. Clocking in at 25,000-square-feet, there’s plenty of room for brewing, drinking and then lighting up a stogie at the adjacent cigar lounge. From an English-style brown ale to a tropical pale ale, the brewery’s three-barrel system allows them to crank out a new beer every week."

"Where to find it: 5100 NW 72nd Avenue, Bay A1, Miami, FL 33166. Review: Extremely friendly and welcoming staff, ambient, delicious burgers. This is one of our absolute favorite Miami bars."

"When people from outside Miami think of South Beach nightlife they picture a place with a relaxed vibe, trendy layout, beautiful people and a party that goes all night under the stars. The place they imagine takes form in the shape of Skybar at the Sho...[Learn more]"

"The latest version of pawnbroker, bloom skybar, definitely has a lot to offer. Luckily, the bar is in the city’s prime location where you can see real nightlife and downtown views. The building beneath the bar has a history date back to 1925."

"Spectacular ocean views and coastal cuisine with a Latin flair are on the menu at Dune. The signature restaurant is located inside the Auberge Beach Residences and Spa, but you don’t need to be a club member to dine here. The restaurant has three distinct dining spaces, each of which has panoramic views of the beach."

"Dune at Auberge Beach is one of my favorite restaurants because of their amazing food and location!. Here you can soak up oceanfront views since you’re located just steps from the beach. Their food is described as coastal-Latin cuisine with some fabulous multicultural fusions dishes and seafood specialties as well."

"This oceanfront restaurant occupies a bright, airy space inside the posh Auberge Beach Residences & Spa. The restaurant boasts great service, a well-chosen wine list, and pretty views of the Atlantic. Dune's offerings are made with fresh, sustainable ingredients accented by intriguing international influences."

"Spread across eight square blocks just off Washington Avenue, this breezy, open-air shopping street offers a high-low variety in a tropical sun-drenched setting. With over seventy-five shops ranging from national brands like H&M and Sephora to specialty boutiques, spend the day window-shopping with a friend or bring the entire family. After some serious retail therapy, sit down at your choice of sixty local restaurants including Havana 1957 for authentic Cuban cuisine or duck into SuViche for a tuna tartare and a glass of Peruvian macerados."

"Arguably Miami's most well-known shopping center, the Lincoln Road Mall in South Beach is full of stores, boutiques, art galleries, and museums. Nearly the entire area of this open-air mall is closed to automobile traffic, making it a great place to stroll and people watch. You'll find Urban Outfitters, Madewell, Steve Madden, Melissa Shoes, Scotch & Soda, Nike, Lacoste, Forever 21, Adidas by Stella McCartney, BCBG Max Azria, Anthropologie, Ted Baker, Zara, Victoria’s Secret, American Eagle, Zadig & Voltaire, Lululemon Athletica, and more."

"Between 16th and 17th Street in South Beach lies Lincoln Road, a "shopping street" of sorts, lined with stores, restaurants, art galleries and cafes. From national chains to eclectic one-of-a-kind shops, there is something around every street corner of this pedestrian mall. When the hunt for a good buy has taken its toll, shoppers take a break and people watch at one of the many restaurants with outdoor seating on Lincoln Road."

"If you’re in the mood for retail therapy, head to the shiny, new Brickell City Centre mall. With high-end shops and modern architecture, it’s a shopper’s dream. You can also catch a glimpse of the cutting-edge climate ribbon, which was developed to regulate the temperature of this outdoor mall, keeping it comfortable in the summer heat."

"Drive from Miami Beach back to the mainland, and travel along Biscayne Boulevard to get a glimpse at some of the hypermodern, ambitious mixed-use projects under construction: the 10-block, $2 billion Miami Worldcenter, the $1 billion Brickell City Centre, and Museum Park, home to"

"Keeping with Fort Lauderdale's grand world-class image, The Galleria has set a new standard in shopping for residents and its many visitors alike. It's easy to see why this upscale shopping mecca is one of the most popular malls in Fort Lauderdale. Not far from the beach on Sunrise Boulevard, this inviting two-story, upscale shopping center is home to well-loved stores, such as Neiman Marcus, Dillard's, Macy's, Ann Taylor, Victoria's Secret, Banana Republic and the Apple Store."

"Even if you don’t have specific plans to check out The Galleria Fort Lauderdale, it’s something you’re highly likely to encounter or at least hear about when you’re in Florida. Visiting The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale is one of the most fun things to do in Fort Lauderdale, especially for those with a serious shopping addiction. If you do it right, you’ll be leaving with your arms overflowing with bags."

"The scene: Serving feel-good American classics with strong Southern influences, Whisk is one of South Miami’s hidden gems. The restaurant’s specials change every day to take full advantage of fresh, seasonal produce and local ingredients, so there’s always plenty of new and tasty things to try. While the lunch and dinner offerings are outstanding, especially the salads which are good enough to convert even the most stubborn veggie haters, the brunch menu is really where it’s at."

"4 out of 5 stars Restaurants South Miami. Owned by a brother/sister duo, this South Miami space has familial vibes. It won’t take long for you to comb through the one-page menu, but deciding what to eat could take a lot longer."

"This spot is our next go to brunch/lunch spot here in Miami!. Delicious food for a reasonable price and The staff is extremely friendly. We waited outside for…”more"

"Park & Ocean is a charming restaurant and garden tucked under a shady grove located on the Southeastern side of Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Not only do guests get to enjoy a sumptuous array of farm-to-table dishes, but also are treated to nature’s best views from the oceanfront seating area. Their Adventure Lunch menu includes comfort foods and favorite beach eats such as pressed Cuban and grilled cheese sandwiches, burgers and tacos."

"Park & Ocean, spectacularly located in Fort Lauderdale’s Birch State Park. Aptly named Park & Ocean, the restaurant & garden"