Mango’s Tropical Cafe

Anyone who’s visited South Beach has, at the very least, walked past Mango’s Tropical Cafe, famed for its exotic tropical atmosphere and lively dance shows that feature Cuban conga, Brazilian samba, and other Latin styles. Mango’s, though, is even more famous for its supersized, tropical-themed cocktails. Served in souvenir glasses, most are offered in 15-, […]

Manolo

Contrary to the belief of most gringo Americans, churros were not invented by carnies. Instead, they’re a Spanish tradition dating back centuries. And this Argentinian chain’s fried dough sticks date back to 1930 themselves. Manolo sells ’em in various flavors, from plain with sugar sprinkles to chocolate, vanilla-custard or caramel-filled, they’re a serious steal at […]

Manolo

Contrary to the belief of most Americans, churros were not invented by carnies. Instead, they’re a Spanish tradition dating back centuries. And this Argentinian chain’s fried dough sticks date back to 1930 themselves. Manolo sells ’em in various flavors, from plain with sugar sprinkles to chocolate, vanilla-custard or caramel-filled, they’re a serious steal at $.65 […]

Mansion

If one nightclub epitomizes South Beach fun and excess, it’s Mansion. Mansion features all the South Beach nightclub staples: strict door policy, pricey cover, and bottle service. But where it excels is booking the hottest electronic dance and hip-hop acts week after week, no matter the time of year. Then there’s the opulence of it […]

Maoz Vegetarian

This Lincoln Road adjacent falafel spot is part of a larger set — a chain of international franchieses that specalize in vegetarian and vegan eats. At Maoz Vegetarian, you can score a falafel sandwich for a mere $5.95 or a salad for $7.95. Plus, they’ve got vegan soups, juices, and salad bar toppings for your […]

Martini Bar

Elegantly renovated to its 1939 glory (and then some), the National Hotel is home to a quaint and cozy imbibing den, Martini Bar. Here, the National’s original marble flooring anchors an intimate, Gatsbyesque space that – in authentic Gatsby fashion – offers views of the property’s infinity pool. Soak up the decadent vibe as you […]

Master’s Italian Restaurant

Good inexpensive restaurants in South Beach are something of an oxymoron, but if you’re on the Beach and hungry for tasty, budget-friendly pizza and pasta, you’d be downright stupid not to check out Master’s. Pizzas come with a variety of toppings and in many guises (deep-dish, Sicilian, calzone, stromboli), but it’s the crust that makes […]

Maxine’s Bistro and Bar

An offshoot of South Beach’s iconic Catalina Hotel, Maxine’s Bistro and Bar serves up Italian eats, American classics and breakfast carbs to hungry partiers 24/7. Burgers range $10 to $14, salads $11 to $20, sammies $10 to $15. The menu’s all over the map, so picky eaters are bound to find something to nosh on. […]

Medium Cool Cocktail Lounge

Plenty of places on South Beach lay claim to “cool” status, so you have to hand it to a joint that classifies itself as merely “medium cool.” Located in the subterranean space once occupied by the dear-departed Rec Room (ah, nostalgia!), this lounge oozes sophisticated ’70s Miami glam. Once you make it past the velvet […]

Menage Nightclub

Add to the name of the club “a trois,” and you’ve got the feel. Greco-Roman statuettes and live dancing beauties add to the bacchanalian air, all accompanied by deep house music.