20 April 10-16, 2025 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com NEW TIMES | MUSIC | CAFE | CULTURE | NIGHT+DAY | NEWS | LETTERS | CONTENTS | Month XX–Month XX, 2008 miaminewtimes.com MIAMI NEW TIMES | MUSIC | CAFE | FILM | ART | STAGE | NIGHT+DAY | METRO | RIPTIDE | LETTERS | CONTENTS | further by adding great cocktails to the mix — named after famous songs, of course. The song collection offers more than 200,000 ti- tles, so whether you’re serenading the bride- to-be with “Single Ladies” or falling in love to “Summer Nights,” there’s a song here for you. Sweet Liberty Drinks & Supply Company 237 20TH ST. STE. B, MIAMI BEACH 305-763-8217 MYSWEETLIBERTY.COM In 2016, restaurateur David Martinez, Black- bird Ordinary’s Dan Binkiewicz, and world- class bartender John Lermayer opened a Miami Beach bar meant to be a hangout where locals could gather for proper cocktails and a killer menu created by chef Michelle Bern- stein. This neighborhood joint — adorned with a pink neon sign that urges patrons to “pursue happiness” — quickly became one of the most revered bars anywhere. Sweet Liberty has been named one of the World’s 50 Best Bars and has won several Tales of the Cocktail Spir- ited Awards. Not even Lermayer’s untimely death could stop the plucky bar and restaurant from staying true to its mission to serve good drinks and good food — the kitchen serves the full menu until 4:30 a.m. every night — in a lively and friendly atmosphere. Swizzle Rum Bar & Drinkery 1120 COLLINS AVE., MIAMI BEACH 305-674-7800 SWIZZLERUMBARDRINKERY.COM The management team behind the much- missed Employees Only Miami is behind this intimate space, which pays homage to the be- loved spirit of the Caribbean: rum. To wit: Swizzle stocks about 150 varieties of rum meant for sipping or playing the starring role in cocktails. You’ll find classics (such as a rum manhattan) along with imaginative cocktails like the “El Presidente,” made with rum, pomegranate, molasses, and Angostura bit- ters. Swizzle also offers rum flights if you care to explore the world from your barstool. The Sylvester 3456 N. MIAMI AVE., MIAMI 305-814-4548 THESYLVESTERBAR.COM Brought to us by the same team that devised the now-shuttered Beaker & Gray in Wyn- wood, the Sylvester in Midtown is decked out in colorful vintage wallpaper combined with tropical touches that play up a retro vibe cre- ated with repurposed antique furniture — much of which comes out of co-owner Ben Potts’ family storage. The menu is filled with approachable cocktails inspired by Miami culture, like the “Gator’s Kiss,” made with Patrón reposado, Midori, and lime cordial. Those looking for a deal can hit up the Rush Hour, which runs from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, during which drinks cost the same price as the hour. The Tank Brewing Co. 5100 NW 72ND AVE. BAY A-1, MIAMI 786-801-1554 THETANKBREWING.COM This massive brewery on the outskirts of Doral offers a selection of beers brewed con- sistently for quality. In addition to its Miami- centric cores — La Finca, La Playita, Freedom Tower, and El Farito IPA, the Tank serves up a veritable calendar of seasonal porters, la- gers, and ales. The taproom hosts numerous events, from a celebration of Shark Week to an annual 5K beer run. The Taurus 3540 MAIN HIGHWAY C103, MIAMI 305-529-6523 THETAURUSCOCONUTGROVE.COM Housed in one of Coconut Grove’s most his- torically significant buildings, Taurus is a convivial watering hole that accepts every- one, including dogs. True to its name, the well-stocked bar offers a broad selection of beers, whiskeys, and other spirits, including an Irish daiquiri and a boozy lemonade. Ex- pect grade-A pub grub from on-site Cuban Filipino pop-up Masa Craft turning out PB&J wings, a “Fili-Cheesesteak,” fish and chips, and more. Ted’s Hideaway 124 SECOND ST., MIAMI BEACH 305-532-9869 TEDSHIDEAWAY.NET True to its name, Ted’s Hideaway is tucked away in Miami Beach’s South of Fifth neigh- borhood, where the bar offers succor to those in search of a dark place to escape the Beach’s glitz and glamour and the searing South Florida sun. During its daily happy hour — from noon to 8 p.m.! — Ted’s offers temptingly discounted domestic and im- ported beers. It’s a great place to watch a televised sporting event, shoot pool, or make a new bar buddy. The Tipsy Boar 1906 HARRISON ST., HOLLYWOOD 954-920-2627 THETIPSYBOAR.COM Though “gastropub” is an overused term, Tipsy Boar defines it. Mosey up to the bar and peruse the giant chalkboard of more than 40 different beers that rotate almost daily. The bartenders also know their way around a cocktail, whether you seek a well-made margarita or just a Scotch with a splash of water. Tipsy is lively from afternoon to late in the evening — and there are two happy hours, one early and one late. The bar gets packed on fight nights and during big games, but there’s usually a place to hang, whether at the bar or on the gi- ant patio that’s sheltered from Florida rain- storms. Pub grub includes grilled wings, a Tipsy Boar burger made with (of course) boar meat, and wood-fired pizzas. Titanic Brewery & Restaurant 5813 PONCE DE LEON, CORAL GABLES 305-668-1742 TITANICBREWERY.COM A long-standing brewpub near the Univer- sity of Miami, Titanic Brewery & Restaurant has been serving up a proper pint in Coral Gables for more than 20 years. Here, a five- barrel system produces consistent, high- quality brews. While the recipes have evolved through the years, Titanic’s six house brews have remained largely the same, from a light-bodied kölsch and an easy-drinking extra special bitter to a choc- olaty-smooth oatmeal stout and an award- winning rye amber ale. To round out the options, fans can find a rotating selection of more than a dozen seasonal and specialty releases alongside a menu of handcrafted cocktails, martinis, and wines by the glass. The brewpub comes into focus with a siz- able menu that covers soups, salads, sand- wiches, and entrées, including innovative vegan and vegetarian fare. Tobacco Road by Kush 650 S. MIAMI AVE., MIAMI 786-703-3120 KUSHHOSPITALITY.COM/LOCATIONS/ TOBACCO-ROAD When Tobacco Road closed in 2014, more than a century of Miami drinking history went poof. The “Road” had many lives, serving as a brothel, a bakery, and a place where every major blues artist played (as did a ton of minor ones). So it only makes sense that this legend got a new life, thanks to Miami restaurateur Matt Kuscher and original Tobacco Road partner Patrick Gleber. Kuscher says this is more of a tribute to the Road than a re- creation — and he’s correct. The menu reads like a “best of” from all of Kuscher’s restaurants — burgers, bang bang shrimp, and chicken tenders. There are craft beers and cocktails with cute names. Also the bathrooms don’t look like something out of American Horror Story anymore. But look closer, and you’ll find a list of “Shitty” beers that are OG Tobacco Road-approved. There’s live music on the weekends, and just walking through the door under the Tobacco Road canopy sends a frisson of nostalgia up your spine. Tripping Animals Brewing Co. 2685 NW 105TH AVE., DORAL 305-646-1339 TRIPPINGANIMALS.COM Tripping Animals partners Daniel Chocron, Ignacio Montenegro, Iker Elorriaga, and Juan Manuel Torres founded their brewery in Doral with the idea that everyone could get trippy. To that end, the Tripping team im- bues everything they do with party-hearty gusto. The taproom is well-known for its large-format festivals, insanely fruity sours, heavy-hitting IPAs, and creative animal- themed can art. Hungry? The brewery’s Trippy Kitchen serves up a range of Latin American flavors in dishes like tequeños, churrasco parrilla, and a loaded hot dog. Tropezón 512 ESPAÑOLA WAY, MIAMI BEACH 305-763-8523 TROPEZONMIAMI.COM With Tropezón, Lost Boy cofounders Randy Alonso and Chris Hudnall (cf. Fox’s Lounge, Brother’s Keeper) have brought the art of the gin and tonic to Miami Beach’s Española Way. The Andalusian-themed tapas and gin bar, tucked inside the Esmé Miami Beach hotel, proves that a G&T is more than ice, booze, and soda. In Spain, the cocktail is infused with fruits, flowers, and herbs to create a fragrant and refreshing beverage with multiple com- plexities. At Tropezón, you start with your choice of more than 20 gins infused in-house with teas, fruits, nuts, and meats. Translation: Your cocktail can range from floral to earthy. Pair your pick with the bar’s selection of meats, cheeses, and tapas, and savor. Unseen Creatures Brewing & Blending 4178 SW 74TH CT., MIAMI 786-332-2903 UNSEENCREATURES.COM Unseen Creatures Brewing & Blending hus- band-and-wife cofounders Marco and Vicky Leyte-Vidal offer Miami-Dade a different type of brewery in the heart of the Bird Road Art District. This is one of the few South Flor- ida breweries with an onsite blending facility Tropezón Tropezón photo TOP TOP 100 100 BARS
