KEY2 Pick
Cocktail Bar • $$
Broken Shaker
The backyard bar at the Freehand that helped kickstart Miami's craft-cocktail scene, still packed under string lights.
Best for: Group Night Out / Outdoor
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Cocktail rooms, rooftops and unmarked doors — where to start a night and where to end one.
KEY2 Pick
Cocktail Bar • $$
Sweet Liberty
James Beard-nominated cocktail bar with a walk-up hot dog cart and zero South Beach velvet-rope attitude.
Best for: No Reservation / Craft Cocktails
Neighbourhood Bar • $$
The Anderson
A low-key MiMo District den with a leafy backyard and board games, favoured by locals over tourists.
Best for: Casual / Local Favorite
Oyster Bar • $$$
The River Oyster Bar
A small, always-full Brickell fixture famous for its $1 oyster happy hour and stiff pours.
Best for: Happy Hour / Seafood
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