13 December 11-17, 2025 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com NEW TIMES | CONTENTS | LETTERS | NEWS | NIGHT+DAY | CULTURE | CAFE | MUSIC | Month XX–Month XX, 2008 miaminewtimes.com MIAMI NEW TIMES | CONTENTS | LETTERS | RIPTIDE | METRO | NIGHT+DAY | STAGE | ART | FILM | CAFE | MUSIC | Mariah Carey Holiday Bar at Ray’s in South Beach Ray’s at the Freehand Miami transforms into a full Mariah Carey holiday universe with themed de- cor, a life-size Mariah cutout, sleigh photo ops, al- bum walls, and her music on rotation every half hour. Entry includes a cocktail, mimosa, or shot made with Black Irish cream, with additional bites available. Guests can write letters to Mariah and purchase limited-edition vinyl. The pop-up runs 24/7 through December 28. 2727 Indian Creek Dr., Miami Beach, at the Freehand Miami; bucketlis- ters.com. Open now through Sunday, December 28; timed entry. Frosty’s Hideaway at the InterContinental in Downtown Freddy’s inside the InterContinental Miami be- comes Frosty’s Hideaway on select Thursday, Fri- day, and Saturday nights. The lounge is adorned with holiday lights and decorations, serving drinks such as the “Yule Mule,” “Chocotini,” “Noel Margarita,” “Freezer Martini,” and “Santa’s Smokey Pecan Old Fashioned.” Tickets include a welcome drink, one seasonal cocktail, and a two- hour window for groups of up to 12. 100 Chopin Plz., Miami, at the InterContinental Miami; icmi- amihotel.com/frostys. Open now through Satur- day, December 27, on select nights; reservations required. The Christmas Bar at JohnMartin’s in Coral Gables JohnMartin’s turns into the Christmas Bar through December 28 with holiday cocktails, sea- sonal bites, Christmas music, and dense decor that fills every inch of the room. Sip on themed cocktails, dance to live DJs, and snap that perfect photo under their dazzling displays. Bring your crew, plan a date night, or simply stop in for the magic. It’s one of the biggest holiday takeovers in the city and a solid spot to settle in, all cozy while in the Gables. 253 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables; the- christmasbarmia.com. Open now through Sunday, December 28. Holiday Harbour at Regatta Grove Regatta Grove is turning its waterfront space into a full-on holiday wonderland this December with Holiday Harbour, a monthlong celebration of fes- tive cocktails and cozy seasonal vibes. From De- cember 4 through December 28, guests can visit the “Specialty Holiday Bar,” enjoy cheerful décor, and participate in family-friendly activities and toy drives. With exclusive drinks, fun giveaways, and plenty of holiday spirit, it’s a breezy, bayside spot for anyone looking to celebrate the season. 3415 Pan American Dr., Miami; 305-707-4667; eventbrite.com. Divebar’s Jingle Joint at Hotel Continental in Miami Beach Inside Hotel Continental Miami Beach, Divebar hosts the Jingle Joint Holiday Pop-Up with a 1950s- style look, plenty of tinsel, and bright vintage orna- ments. Drinks include the Christmas Morning Mimosa and Peppermint Coquito. A photo booth operates nightly from 5 to 8 p.m. Bar snacks are available for purchase.4000 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, at Hotel Continental. Nightly after 5 p.m. Sparrow Italia Sparrow Italia in Wynwood is turning into a full holiday pop-up through December 31, complete with festive décor, limited-edition dishes, and seasonal cocktails. The dining room will glow un- der a dramatic living canopy of metallic gold or- naments and fragrant white pine and cedar created by Floratorium. Guests can also indulge in a special menu featuring a warm panettone bread pudding and an Italian coquito that brings a spirited twist to the season. 255 NW 25th St., Miami; 786- 322-5998; sparrowitalia.com. Whoville-Themed Pop-Up at the Kimpton in Miami Beach The Kimpton Surfcomber’s Social Club trans- forms into a Grinch-themed holiday bar, com- plete with green decor and activities such as gingerbread house building and ornament dec- orating. Drinks include gingerbread espresso martinis, and seasonal dishes round out the menu. Tickets include two drinks. 1717 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; socialclubatsurfcomber.com. $45 per person. Santa’s Arctic Workshop at Room 901 in Fort Lauderdale Room 901 at the Hyatt Centric Las Olas is styled as Santa’s Arctic Workshop, featuring a small, whis- key-forward speakeasy setup. Guests who bring a new, unwrapped toy receive a free shot. Seatings run at 5 p.m., 7:15 p.m., and 9:30 p.m. 100 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; roomnine01.com. No cover; reservations recommended. Christmas Cantina at the Kaseya Center in Downtown Inside the Kaseya Center’s 601 bar, the Christmas Cantina offers a full month of holiday drinks, bright decor, and seasonal small plates. It runs during Miami Heat home games and select events only, making it an easy pregame or mid-event stop for fans. 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; at the Kaseya Center; instagram.com. Open now through December 31; during Miami Heat home games and select events. The Reindeer Room at Unit B Eatery in Pembroke Pines Unit B Eatery + Spirits brings back the Reindeer Room through early January with vintage holiday decor, themed photo ops, and seasonal cocktails like the Peppermint Lattini and Prancer’s Peara- dise. It’s an easy choice for groups seeking some- thing calmer than the typical Miami holiday bar. 610 SW 145th Terr., Pembroke Pines; unitbpines. com. Now through January 3. Annual “Miracle” Pop-Ups Return Across Miami The Dead Flamingo in Little Havana hosts one of this year’s Miracle pop-ups (others are in Kendall, Hallandale Beach, and Coral Gables), with this one being called “Miracle on Calle Ocho,” which is the Miami stop of the national holiday pop-up se- ries. The tiki decor gets replaced with Christmas kitsch and a full menu of seasonal cocktails served in Miracle’s signature collectible mugs. It’s one of the busiest holiday bar setups in town. For anyone not near Calle Ocho, the pop-up has mul- tiple locations throughout South Florida. Multiple area locations, including Miracle on Calle Ocho: 728 SW Eighth St., Miami; instagram.com/miracle- oncalleocho. Now through December 31; no cover. OLEE FOWLER ▼ FORT LAUDERDALE LAST CALL AT TOM JENKINS’ BAR-B-Q For 36 years, Tom Jenkins’ Bar-B-Q has been the kind of place you could smell before you could see. A true Fort Lauderdale institution, its wood- smoked perfume often drifted down U.S. 1, draw- ing in generations of locals for St. Louis ribs, pulled pork, smoky chicken, and sides that tasted exactly like the Sunday dinners many grew up on. But this month, the beloved barbecue landmark will close for good, marking the end of an era that Broward diners never imagined would come. The announcement went out quietly. According to the Sun Sentinel, its owners left handwritten farewell notes taped to the door, and shared a closing message online, and it immediately sent shockwaves across the community. Longtime customers flooded the restaurant with calls, stop- ping by in disbelief and lining up for one last taste before the final day on Sunday, December 21. For so many people, Tom Jenkins’ was not just a res- taurant. It was tradition. It was comfort. It was Fort Lauderdale. The restaurant left the following statement on its website: “After two years of careful planning, ef- fective December 21, 2025, we have decided to re- tire and close the doors of Tom Jenkins’ Bar-B-Q. We want to thank all our customers for all these years of loyal support. It has been an honor to serve you and the community. This has been a journey full of love blessed by God, and we are certainly grateful. Thank you again, and may God continue to bless you and your families!” NICOLE LOPEZ-ALVAR Tom Jenkins’ Bar-B-Q photo Tom Jenkins’ Bar-B-Q was known for its St. Louis ribs, pulled pork, smoky chicken, and sides
