The name is perfect for this place. Days certainly have been better, this was a tolerable spot in 2019 but lately it's packed to the gills with dudes, music is some of the worst early 90s stuff that is embarrassing to listen too so people stand around confused and all of this pairs great with the absolute worst old fashioned ever created. read more

Better days is a hidden gem in Brickell. It's a very local, low key vibe with really good decor. They also have a happy hour everyday. $6 drinks. Perfect for locals or people visiting from out of town that want a feel for the local Miami life. read more

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On a Thursday night I trecked here from Social on a quest to try something new. And what I found left me in good wits. What started as a pop-up bar, Better Days is small and quaint. It's perfect for a relaxing night when you just want to sit, talk and drink a good drink. The vibe here is hipster with funky Weezer playing along in the background. It's nothing overwhelming, crowded or loud; just perfect. There's a pool table and popcorn. One of the head bartenders, Stew, is really great making drinks AND he's good to talk with! Always a plus. Onto the drinks... I Tried a Brojito, and one of the specials from their board, I think it was a cucumber something... They have four brews on tap, they rotate and most happened to be from MIA Brewing. Yes, I found that they were a little on the pricey side, but it's all similar to what you'd find in Brickell. The cocktails were interesting, I'd go back for their happy hour. My experience here couldn't have been better. Chill vibes. read more

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It's the worst place to visit in Brickell. The bouncers are pretty uneducated and egotistical. I am unsure how a fun place like this could go down with such inexperienced, strange-door individuals. There was no cover, and the door guys explained that we had to pay for the group to enter, which we refused. The guy with a beard and goatee and bald head African American got heated and started yelling. It was a bizarre interaction, and we were not let in because we were "white privileged" - this was witnessed by many. I'm in awe, as I'm not even white. read more

The tuesday night bouncer (he had a long beard) was extremely rude - very verbally aggressive without cause to a woman and many men had to step in. He denied calling the manager when asked to, and claimed he was the manager.. very unprofessional and highly disappointed. Used to love this bar but unfortunately will never be returning. read more

I have been going to better days for years and typically have a great time but the bartender named Adrian is probably the rudest bartender I've ever experienced. Management should hire people that aren't absolutely miserable. read more

This place is never a miss! The vibes are always immaculate, the music is phenomenal and the bartenders make awesome drinks.

I just had my going away party here this past Saturday and it was awesome. They took extra care of us and everyone had a good time. We had reserved two booths (the corner and the one next to it) for the party of 15ppl. We weren't required to purchase bottles or anything because that's how chill this bar is. Kristen our server was amazing and attentive. Everyone had their own tab and she managed to cater to everyone and handled each tab with no problem. I swear we were like how did she do it. The whole party was everywhere and she still knew who ordered what and when and how on who's tab.. LOL best server I ever had to work with. She was very organized and handled herself well since the place was packed and everyone was everywhere Sissi also helped out Kristen and I totally adore her. She sweet, attentive, and fun to talk to. How her abd Kristen handles the whole bar on their own amazes me. =) All in all a good time. Javi and the gang are awesome people and the Better Days is not your average pretentious Brickell lounge. You can come to drink, hang with friends, listen to good music, and play some pool. I am going to miss this bar. I hope they don't change. read more

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Jonathan the bartender has an authority complex. Threw my empty seltzer at me after I crushed it and placed it on the bar top. After I tossed it back on the counter off the gross bar floor, he proceeded to run to security as if I disrespected HIM. What a man. Place hires insecure losers. read more

In Brickell, it's almost impossible to get a chill spot. Every place is blasting that same song from the radio & I wonder how all those girls walk in those shoes on uneven pavement. Nonetheless, there's a spot for people like me who just wanna chill and have a drink in a spot where I can actually sit down. I almost gave two stars just because they don't have a drink menu. Yeah, it's a full bar-we know) but if you have cute herbs and stuff, we're in Brickell, and I survived Miami traffic to get here; At least show me a list of cute drinks you can make instead of me trying to have the bartender use lavender and stuff in my drink while not looking like an asshole. It doesn't have to be extensive, but it should exist. I like the chairs and stuff but something isn't clicking the way it used to. The prices aren't terrible though they're not cheap. I'm sure we all know the prices around here but they are relatively lower than the surrounding bars which could be a plus. I like the popcorn machine though. Nice touch. read more

The name of the establishment says it, this place will make your day better. Highly experienced/skilled bartenders that will ensure the cocktail you've just ordered is only one out of the next ten you will order following their outstanding hospitality, music and different events held every night throughout the week. Also, the best A/C in the neighborhood of Brickell, no, no joke. One thing that I can't figure out is how 3-4 bartenders tackle on 100's of people while preserving quality of their cocktails, dealing with credit cards/IDs, closing tabs, and dealing with entitled spoiled Brickell customers. S/O to the staff on their outstanding work, you guys are masters at your craft. read more

Customer Service here is at an all time low. This is now the second time I've been here in which the bartenders were beyond rude. In this experience, the male bartender working, who is also the same guy that was rude last time, I went to the bar with some friends and ordered a beer. After receiving it and signing my bill, the bartender screams at the top of his lungs "Hey asshole you know tip isn't included. You and alll your fucking friends no one wants to tip?" Mind you I just tipped $7 on a single beer my last time to the bar. Regardless, that is no way to treat a customer. This is also not the first time this has happened with the exact same bartender to multiple of my friends and him running his mouth. If you like terrible customer service, this is the place for you! EDITED: just by taking a look at the owners response you can get a picture of what kind of place this is. Worst customer service I have ever experienced. Highly recommend taking your money elsewhere!!! read more

Great service! It's kind of hidden but great atmosphere the drinks are reasonable for Miami price wise ! Take a date here read more

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Literally my favorite place OF ALL TIME. Every time I go I have the time of my life. To the point that my friends have to drag me out by the hair against my will. Best drinks. Best music. Best people. BEST VIBES. Going here makes my day 10000 X better. read more

Drinks and music were good. Loved the comfy couches to sit and chat with friends. Service was good

It breaks my heart to have to write this review because this was once my all time favorite bar in all of Miami. Better days was the place where you went-- casual or not. It was a neighborhood bar. I loved it. From the giant jenga to the fresh scent of popcorn. Then suddenly, it went to shit. Let's start with my latest and LAST visit this past Saturday. I arrive with someone who had never been there. I was so eager to show him my favorite bar and sit down to have a great time. We ordered a round of drinks. Tequila with soda and lime and whiskey on the rocks. The bar tender who was barely making an effort turns around quickly and a while later returns with two tequila sodas. We tell her "we didn't order two tequilas" and she goes "no you didn't" and goes back... takes her time and finally comes back with the right order. No apologies. No ha ha moment. No smile. Nothing. Also no mention that the rocks for the whiskey were going to cost extra. Please explain to me why the ice cubes in the whiskey cost an extra two dollars when the same damn ice cubes in my tequila were free? Sorry. I don't care for this BS. This is typical Miami crap service that's infiltrated the soul of my once favorite bar. Now it caters to the butt implant, lip injected shit for brains crowd of Brickell. I'll pass and quite honestly so should you. read more

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Cheap beers, conveniently located and great for bonding with coworkers or friends. There is outdoor seating. The bar has a pool table and occasionally has a DJ. Worth a visit if you live in Miami. read more

I really like this bar. I go randomly- it happens to be Monday's sometimes. Monday is also karaoke night. I encourage you to do it- I'll support you if I'm there haha. Also if you do karaoke you get half off drinks I believe? Crowd can be hit and miss on Monday but.. probably because it's a Monday &people have normal work schedules, unlike myself. The vibe is cool. It's super dim inside with some comfy seats. There's a pool table. Don't set your drink on it. Outside has Jenga, which I appreciate. There's also a pizza place next door if you get the munchies so you can pop on over and right back. And like others have said, it is a bit pricey. read more

One of the best bars in Brickell. Reasonable prices, great happy hour, awesome service staff, and good vibes!

Came on a Thursday around 11 pm, not my type of vibe but it was a chill night, they got some type of hipster rock music on and people all around the bar. Used to come here on weekends. Less lights. Free pop corn. Some good music and barely any space to get by. Recommend for weekends but not for me during Thursday's... read more

Small bar with great cocktails and good vibes. Nice place to go before a night out. If you stay, it gets pretty packed.

Saturday night looking for drinks after dinner. Heard about this place so decided to give it a try. It was definitely a total downer. They sat my friends and I around a pool table? We could barely speak to each other over the awkward seating and the loud music. I would've preferred them to be honest and let us know they couldn't cater to a group bigger than 4 people properly. Drinks took forever and completely overpriced. I will not be coming back, and I do not recommend. read more

How can you not have a patio in this establishment?! It's not like it's inside of a commercial building. Pshhhh interior design my ass!

Let me be real real fast- not impressed. First of all, no cocktail menu. Sorry but I'm not going to just pull cocktails out of my...butt. I appreciate a good cocktail menu. No cocktail menu is disappointing. Also they didn't have cider (said they "usually do"). No cocktail menu and no cider? Unacceptable I walk in and was surprised by how crowded it was considering one of my 30something year old co workers recommended it to me. Anyway I go up and order. Bartender is fabulous. I order a mojito. She slaps the mint on her wrist, and the aroma is delightful. The mojito is good too. The bill is not. $13 for a mojito? Those are Brickell prices. Blackbird is $1 or $2 cheaper per cocktail. Better Days just seems like a smaller Blackbird because it has equally as loud music. Popcorn was disappointing. I get that it's free, but it clearly had no butter and/or was stale. I left after 1 drink. Ambiance was tough to detect since it was 11:30 and dark and all the chairs were occupied. I spotted a bottle of nearly empty Blantons which I was afraid to order for fear they wouldn't have enough. Anyway that's about it. Not impressed. read more

Hands down; the fav neighborhood bar of Brickell, and for good reason. It has a little of everything and you'll never leave disappointed. read more

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Awful experience. The bouncer denied our real IDs and refused to give them back to us and now we have to go through the police. If you want to have a good night don't come here just avoid the trouble read more

Super fun ambience, it was a little too crowded for me but hey I was in my own world there, good vibes, and good drinks. Awesome night danced all night long to awesome music. Played a wide variety of mix music. Price was normal. Has a pool table a good crowd. Bathroom was meeh but overall it was cool. read more

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Complimentary Popcorn, ya'll! Do it. When Cassie G. told me about a pop up bar in Miami, I immediately jumped to a swanky, very trendy picture in my head, but this place is the completely opposite: relaxing and lounge-y yes, but in more of an 80's grandma's basement, retro type in a kick up your legs and play some board games kind of way. So unassuming from outside. It's located at the bottom of some condos and once you walk inside, you forget you are in the middle of Brickell. Low lighting, eclectic, gorgeous furniture that reminds me of an upscale antique store, all set in a U shape hugging the walls and in the center, a wrap around bar. This spot exudes a "regulars" kind of setting, yet as a noob walking in, I was not intimidated. They have a goal of "back to basics" for drinks so a great variety of beers on tap and in cans plus signature cocktails and all reasonably priced. I had a chance to enjoy two of their cocktails: Fizz Shizz and Chico De Bandito and don't ask me to choose between the two, loved them both. I could easily spend hours here getting my relax on and enjoying friend time while I throw pop corn in my mouth and these delicious cocktails down my hatch. I can't wait to go back and urge anyone who is either visiting Miami and not wanting the "cliche" that is MIA nightlife or are a local and want a break from the norm there, go here! read more

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The people from Radio Bar on South Beach bring us their new pop up bar Better Days right in the heart of Brickell. A fun, hassle free vibe with little touches that I like such as: free pool table, fruit infused water, their signature trait popcorn, and yummy well priced cocktails and beer. Free cover just walk right in. Very laid back yet hip. I came on a weeknight so not familiar with the weekend crowd. Check them out! read more

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I really think the drinks are helping me feel better and it is certainly helping to increase my intake of liquids, boosting my hydration and also I'm not hungry and wanting to snack all day long. The flavors are quite sweet for my liking - I wish they offered half or quarter sweetness. I recommend! read more

Heard of this place this long before COVID but never had the opportunity to give it a chance till now. The place is a hole in the wall that you could literally miss if you walk too fast. Love the vibe, the dim lighting, the comfy couches and rocking chairs, plus did I mention they have Christmas lights adorning the place?! Definitely an Instagram worthy spot. The place is really small though and given COVID restrictions seating is super limited. Especially if you go with a group of 9 like I did. So they sat us at a pool they converted into a table surrounded by benches. So at least we sat together. We were not given an menus nor told to scan a QR Code but after reading the other reviews it seems like I missed some fire drinks. That's unfortunate. I always love trying signature drinks at different spots. Not sure if they usually only play rock/alternative/indie music but I could've sworn I heard this spot used to have a DJ? maybe things have changed a lot due to the limitations but not exactly the spot I should've hit up in order to get the night started. It was way too mellow for the vibe we were looking for. Would like to give it a try again, with a smaller group, and possibly for happy hour. I will update my review when I get to visit the spot once again. read more

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Classic miami place that includes tip masked as a service charge for every transaction and then provides horrible service! Skinny small dude wearing all black with a backwards hat two nights ago provided horrible service to the entire group that i was with. he seemed extraordinarily bothered and like he wanted nothing to do with his job! i also asked him a question about a coquito drink, and he told me that he was out of it, yet i watched him serve it to someone else minutes after. i will no longer be coming here to get drinks after a night out after this experience. We all left the bar heavily upset and disappointed by the service we received. Do not come here folks! this place has taken a turn for the worst! bad bad service ! read more

Cool hip place to grab a fancy cocktail after hours in the brickel area. Very hipster place younger crowd 24-30. Cool inside reminded me of a bar in New York the vibe was pretty cool 90's hip hop being played I liked it. The drinks were a little pricey however it's brickel and it's an after hours bar. They are open till 5 a.m. bottom line is go back for sure. Staff is pretty friendly as well read more

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They are allergic to making money i guess, took forever to get a drink, the bartenders just talked to their friends the whole time and ignored people trying to literally pay them for drinks, smh, it was the worst bar experience i have ever had, they could have at least pretended to care, i would highly recommend skipping this place at all costs read more

I always have the best time at this hidden gem in Miami. My favorite bartender Stuart makes the best Old Fashioned - delicious. He always makes us feel at home in a crowded city. Oh, and he can dance. Bottom line- hipster, fun, good drinks. read more

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Went with my girlfriends for my birthday. We had an amazing time thanks to Preston he was very attentive and helpful! Going again next weekend! THANK YOU PRESTON!!!!!! read more

This place is an absolute hidden gem! The decor was very retro. Great place to go with friends and hang out with chill music. The bartender Adrian mixes up the best drinks and makes sure you are having a great time! Highly recommended and definitely coming back read more

This new bar is very cool. It's kind of retro...the atmosphere is nice. They have free popcorn, a pool table, jenga and cards. Good option to hangout with friends or a quick stop for a beer. It's open until 5am so it's also like an after-hours bar. Two things I didn't like: 1- The service was ok but they can do better. 2- Parking - horrible! There's no parking around (spaces are very limited) they offer valet parking for $10 or there's a parking close by that charge $15. If you live close by walk or take a Uber, Taxi, Lyft. read more

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Very nice Bar! Great service, staff, drinks and games! Its a fun place to just have fun with your friends. read more

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I came for happy hour but was told there "was no happy hour" when i arrived. When i was about to leave without ordering anything, the bar tender 'remembered' there was a happy hour special. Seemed kind of deceiving to me. My $18 margarita was very good but would rather grab a drink elsewhere. read more