Don't Worry a Miami Flanigan's Made the GTA 6 Map and It's Glorious

For the past 12 years, Grand Theft Auto fans have been running on fumes and rumors as they've waited for the sequel to one of the most iconic video games of all time. Now, after Rockstar Games confirmed last week that GTA 6 won't arrive until May 2026 instead of its previously expected fall 2025 release, the anticipation has reached a fever pitch.

But in a delicious twist for Floridians, especially those who swear by a plate of "Firecracker Shrimp" with a frozen cocktail and a forest green plastic cup (if you know, you know), there's one major reveal in the new three-minute trailer that has Miami buzzing: Flanigan's is in the game.

Yes, Flanigan's Seafood Bar and Grill, the beloved South Florida chain known for its delicious comfort food, "Rockin' Rib Rolls," and unforgettable green cups, makes a digital cameo in GTA 6's second trailer, which dropped last week to soften the blow of the game's delayed release. Eagle-eyed fans (and proud locals) spotted what looks unmistakably like a Flanigan's storefront nestled into the game's fictionalized version of Miami, known in the GTA universe as "Vice City."

The Flanigan's cameo is subtle but unmistakable. However, the storefront in the Vice City-based game has a different name: "Uncle Jack's." For many in South Florida, this isn’t just an Easter egg — it's a clear nod to South Florida culture, and Flanigan's even confirmed the shoutout to its own fans back in December 2023.
While Rockstar hasn't confirmed whether the in-game Flanigan's will be a fully explorable spot or simply a background landmark, fans are already dreaming about what could be possible. Will video gamers be able to swing by for a virtual pitcher of beer and some famous chicken wings? The possibilities are as endless as a Flanigan's happy hour.

Flanigan's has long been more than just a restaurant chain — it's a cultural institution in Florida. With its trademark green cups, family-friendly sports bar atmosphere, and maritime decor, it holds a nostalgic place in the hearts of Floridians and tourists alike.

All in all, GTA 6 is shaping up to be a hyper-stylized love letter to South Florida in all its glory: pastel sunsets, chaos on Collins Avenue, and now, apparently, a Flanigan's on the corner. The trailer gave players a taste. Now, fans just have to wait one more agonizing year to see if they can actually order Baby Back Ribs in Vice City.