Best & Cool Bars in Surfside

"Chill by the water and enjoy fresh seafood while watching the yachts sail by. Photo from Coconuts via Facebook. For a stunning meal by the water, Coconuts offers the best views of Fort Lauderdale’s intercoastal waterways."

"With autumn upon us and winter on the way, eating outside in South Florida becomes a more pleasant experience. So, what better time to pay a visit to Coconuts, one of Ft. Lauderdale's premier waterfront restaurants."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. Bring on the sunshine and blue skies!. #coconuts #ftlauderdale #benice #benicerestaurants #southflorida #ftlbeach"

"Located on the top floor of the EPIC Hotel, trendy Area 31 has the reputation of the best view in town as well as exceptionally good food and cocktails. Sunset over the Biscayne Bay and the city skyline from the restaurant’s poolside terrace is absolutely breathtaking, but Executive Chef Wolfgang Birk manages to draw the attention of his guests with his frequently changing menu that is based on sustainable ingredients and focuses on local seafood with a Spanish twist. The menu is extensive but the chef’s fresh ceviche, crudos and tartares are legendary."

"Come at night, enjoy the happy hour and city lights.All your friends will be wondering where did you take that picture."

"Bars Cocktail bars Brickell. This Brickell hotspot can have a line out the door on weekend nights and Friday happy hour. Brave that line and you’ll be rewarded with 360-views of the city (40 floors up!), pricey (but tasty) cocktails and a swank crowd."

"One of the most iconic rooftop bars in Miami hosting a perfect blend of visitors and locals alike. The chic rooftop and garden sits on the 40th floor of the EAST Miami hotel. Sugar Miami serves delicious Asian-inspired cocktails and tapas, and it’s the go-to spot to watch the sunset in Brickell."

"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."

"Piazza Italia offers mouth-watering, authentic Italian cuisine, that takes your taste buds on the true tour of Italy. Address:904 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301"

"Deep in stories and rich in history,NightLife Brewing captures Miami’s world-famous action inside their taproom. Nightlife also doesn’t fall short of their motto, “Producing amazing brews worthy of the magic city.” Some flagship beers include Spitfire Redhead (Rye Saison) and Daring Brunette (brown ale). NightLife settles in a 1,500 square foot taproom located outside Marlins Park in Little Havana."

"Little Havana's Nightlife Brewing Company, located at 1588 N.W. Seventh St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the brewery and venue/event space 4.5 stars out of 57 reviews."

"Welcome to the Kalahari Bar, the first authentic South African Bar in the USA, one popular nightspot in Fort Lauderdale. Here authentic art, masks and tools don the walls and you'll feel like you're thousands of miles away in the homeland. On Saturdays patrons pack the house for a raucous karaoke party, and sports fans come throughout the week to watch rugby and soccer tournaments."

"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."

"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."

"Interactive and STEM-savvy exhibits accompany the classic kid-sized supermarket, animal clinic, and firefighter and police zones at the Miami Children’s Museum. The virtual aquarium animates kids’ drawings to become part of an undersea environment, while a musical staircase—where every step plays a different tune—leads to the gigantic cruise ship on the second floor, which kids can explore. Photo: Courtesy of Claire Sibonney"

"Play, learn, imagine, create at this educational and fun destination for kids of all ages. A wide variety of exhibits and activities include arts and crafts, a construction zone, the locally inspired Port of Miami, and Sketch Aquarium. 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami | 305.373.5437 l Distance from Hotel: 7.0 miles"

"Art lovers won’t want to skip a visit to the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) in Miami. This free museum is located in the Miami Design District and is focused on fostering the exchange of art and ideas through the Miami region and beyond. With exhibitions from local, emerging, and under-recognized artists, this is the place to visit if you want to support the arts."

"An excellent contemporary arts museum, the ICA sits in the midst of the Design District, and hosts a fantastic range of contemporary exhibitions alongside its permanent collection pieces. The building, designed..."

"North Miami's Museum of Contemporary Art is known as the venue "where new art is discovered," leading the way for modern artists to connect with their audience.[Learn more]"

"Dirty Burgers is located in Wynwood, next to the Dirty Rabbit. If you really want a burger, we suggest you choose Dirty Burger with Classic Fries or Mushroom Burger. This place will greet you with friendly staff and give you quick service, even when the restaurant is busy."

"Perfectly positioned at Sunset Harbour, Barceloneta serves an array of Spanish Mediterranean tapas, seafood, arroz, and unique gin cocktails. Barceloneta, which is named after a small Puerto Rican town, has a beautiful outdoor terrace area, surrounded by greenery, evocative of an outdoor Spanish tapas bar."

"From Portland to Miami, Salt & Straw brings a bit of the Pacific-Northwest’s hipster attitude to South Florida. The flavors are a thoughtful exploration of current dining trends, social causes and even holidays. Ever eaten an entire Thanksgiving feast in ice cream form?"