Complete and utter luxury in this grand lobby bar. It wouldn't be far-fetched to feel like Miami's celebrity mainstays from the 1940s might easily be waiting for you with a Manhattan in hand. The opulence from the gaudy gold that surrounds you, the light that pours in from the floor to ceiling windows that highlights the pool just beyond and the casual lounging going on immediately transports you to some kind of vacation. Living just a few blocks south of the Fountainbleau, having a drink here, and certainly dropping a decent dime to do so, had me instantly feeling like I was on a weekend furlough. Around me, corporate Midwesterners showed off their lobster tans, Miami playboys seduced equally attractive women, older gentlemen with a yacht likely parked across the street sipped scotch and the commonality between all: visible giddiness. read more

2 stars for the DJ who was keeping the crowd moving, comfy seating and the sheer quality of people watching that is available (rich, poor trying to act rich, ladies of the night and their elderly prey, tourists, etc). But if I'm gonna pay $46 (yes, $46) for 2 shots and be treated like customers do not exist by bartenders whose jobs depend on those same invisible customers' patronage, I'd rather stay home. Or come, order water and sip out of my flask (which reminds me, I need to go get a flask!). read more

This place is HOT like fire baby. The hotel is absolutely stunning and a party of it's own caliber. Most of the reason why people seemed to be flocking to this place was in a failing attempt to deem themselves cool enough to enter the much sought after club downstairs Liv. Clearly I was not cool enough to enter that pretentious party filled with wannabes, so I just stuck to Bleau Bar for the hilarious people watching. Everyone and their mother was fighting like Black Friday sales just to get a word with the jackass bouncers and fork over thousands of dollars just to be allowed into Liv. That is SO not my scene, but my friend thought it would be cool for me to see. Epic fail. I'm totally fine with that because the experience was enough to satisfy this gal. All kinds of people frequent this place. The actual bar itself is circular covered in tile and lit up in blue and pink lights. It was very sexy... Very sexy. I would totally go back here but definitely skip the attempt to gain access to Liv. It's a waste of your valuable time. read more

The vibe is good, theres a good dj, seating is spacious but the expensive drinks are a mood killer. They impose 18% tip on each drink, so after tax and tip you're at about $23 for a cocktail, which isnt even filled close to the brim. I hate when bars gauch and this is certainly the case here, when the cost of making a drink for them is probably $2-3. I don't expect them to provide cheap drinks given the clientele but come on, you could do $12-14 for a cocktail and still make a hefty profit. Shame on you Bleau Bar. read more

BEST scenery ever. It's worth a drink. Fancy white circular bar, blue lighted elegance, and if you are a world traveler, you will appreciate this lounge. It had a beautiful glow, and I felt like my fiance and I were Jolie & Pitt. If you are on VACA, I strongly am recommending this place to you. The floors are marbled, and they play great music. People are walking in and out of their rooms, from outside, and restaurants in the hotel. It's a good people watching place. I appreciate trends, and this was a place I was noticing a lot of people in awesooomme trends. read more

Last night, we went to have a cocktail to celebrate the memory of my husbands deceased father as this was one of his favorite hotels. The bar was beautiful and quite, not too many people sitting, maybe a half dozen. We sat at the bar and the bartender put napkins in front of us. She then pulled a disappearing act walking to the other end out of sight behind the bottles stacked in the middle. She reappeared, and had a lengthy conversation with two other bar tenders, hiding behind the portion of the bar that lifts up to permit passage through. We waited politely and tried to catch her eye. After 15 minutes more we gave up and were about to leave to go to the Eden Roc. She suddenly showed up with a snarky, "Is there a problem??" (Yes, why keep us waiting at a nearly empty bar for no apparent reason, and not acknowledge she was on her way, or offer an appology.) We ordered the drinks, when she brought them over she said, "that will be $42.) No please, no check, we asked for a tab. The price was expected not upset about that, but the 18% added gratuity for lousy service with no way to change it rankled. Next year we will go to Eden Roc. read more

I came during Memorial Day weekend/Urban Beach Week so my impression of the bar may be a little...wonky. After dinner at Hakkasan (which was amazing), we came to the bar to grab a couple drinks and watch the shitshow that was sure to ensue. The bar is situated in the lobby of the hotel which is this beautiful, Vegas-like setting with huge chandeliers, a view of the pools and cabanas, and shop-lined walkways. I kept looking around expecting to see craps tables. The bar has cool lit floors and sexy waitresses and bartenders serving up nice stiff drinks. We scored a couple of seats at the bar and played amateur anthropologists and professional alcoholics. Such an interesting mix of people coming through the lobby! People were definitely dressed to the nines last night, though interpretations of what "the nines" meant varied greatly. Everything from 80s prom dresses, skintight cocktail dresses, Christian Louboutins, Sesame Street tshirt (size XXXL on an adult, not a child), booty shorts and a bikini top...it was all here swirling around together to the Top 40s playing We had initially planned on going to the club in this hotel but quickly vetoed that idea when we discovered the usual cover had gone from $20 to $200(!!) because Drake happened to be playing there as a part of Urban Beach Week I guess. Not too devastating given the prime people watching real estate we had and the high weird-factor. Overall, a really good time. I thought the ladies behind the bar did a great job given the shenanigans that happened (2 fire alarms, people throwing drinks on the floor intentionally...). The management did a great job of keeping the crowd under control and herded into appropriate areas. Not bad. Oh. Except for the prices. W. T. F. Essentially $20 drinks served in plastic cups. They are about $17 a piece for Jameson and coke and tax and a 15% service charge are included automatically. Ouch. If every weekend was like this, I would probably buy one of the condos attached to the property. read more

I'm not sure if I just caught Bleau Bar on an off night, but all I got outta this place was "swanky hotel lobby bar with $17 drinks and lame 80s music for the forty-year-old-plus crowd." Oh, and be aware, your $17 drink also comes with an automatic 15% gratuity. So make that $19.55.* Sure, Bleau Bar is gorgeous in a Vegas-overkill sort of way. Sure, the people-watching is both fantastic and hilarious. But beyond that, the only reasons you should ever come here are if you 1) are staying at the Fontainebleau like I was and need a drink, or 2) got here too early for the club and need a drink. Other than that, I refuse to believe this place is destination nightlife. That said, if we can agree on these reasons, then yes, Bleau Bar serves its purpose and does so with some Miami Contemporary panache. As far as hotel lobby bars go, there's no denying this must be on any short list for Most Memorable. As mentioned, it's a feast for the eyes if nothing else - from its neon-backlit, space-station decor to the constant flow of plastic clientele. Even with a view out onto the hotel's beautiful pool grounds, you want to instead face towards the establishment where you can watch drunk cougars wobble around on obnoxiously high heels in pretty much any direction. With this kind of entertainment on-hand, it should help the $17 cocktail go down just a bit, bit easier. *To be clear, I am not anti-tipping - simply reinforcing the damage here. In fact, I would hope people are tipping at least 15%. It almost seems like Bleau Bar is selling themselves short here. But I guess deadbeats exist in any setting, no matter the ticket price. read more

Bleau Bar left me feeling anything but bleau. Beautifully tan people, beautifully stocked bar, and a beautiful view of the pools overlooking the beach. This outdoor hotspot sits cozied up next to the shallow end of the main pool, a perfect excuse to find a quick reprieve from the unrelenting Miami rays. Poolside cocktails served by girls in adorable retro swimsuits also come from Bleau Bar, but beware of the frozen concoctions. Yes they sound delicious and refreshing, but nothing stays frozen long under 95 degree heat, folks. Stick to your more shaken or stirred favorites to avoid that water-down, bottom-of-the-glass-margarita-remnants flavor. Not tasty. This bar also serves as a fantastic spot to grab a cocktail before dinner. It isn't uncommon to see extra pretty people gathered around the bar, dressed in more than strings and triangles of fabric. Besides, it's Miami. Cocktails inside? Tres uncool. read more

Super swanky bar in the Fountainebleu hotel, and a good place to hang out and sit down before you head into LIV. However, the drinks are on the pricey side (to be expected), but at least the play good music. read more

Big shoutout to Paola G. who was our cocktail server for two days in a row. She remembered us and our previous drinks. She was very friendly, observant, attentive, and provided great service. If you just arrived to Fontainebleau on a red eye, I'd highly recommend the "But First, Coffee". And if you like spicy drinks, go for the Passion...oh wait, I forgot what's it's called. Ask Paola, she'll hook you up. Have fun and don't get crazy. read more

This would be 4 stars if they don't charge $30 for a glass of champagne and it would be 5 stars if they had better music. It's a great lounge bar to grab a cocktail before you eat dinner at some of the amazing restaurants in this hotel, or pregame it before you go out. However, the drinks are almost as expensive as parking at this place!!! Also, the cocktail waitresses go home by Midnight during the week...and they don't have Pina Coladas here. PS-watch out for the tricky step that goes from the lobby into the bar read more

Super fun area with a blue florescent floor and a drinking bar...need I say more. The bartender is nice and doesn't just sour mix up the drinks. read more

It's obnoxious how expensive the drinks are here. This bar is in the lobby of the hotel. It's very grandiose and you will see lots of perfectly sculpted people here. They even have bottle service. If you're looking for model quality people to look at, this is your place. I'm quite sure the average suit or dress in this place might have cost as much as my car. It's worth checking out once but you're not getting anything special for your money. Just be aware that you're paying around 20 bucks for a drink. You've been warned. read more

Valet your whip, walk up the steps and enter into South Beach opulence. Above you are three $1 million chandeliers created by designer Al WeiWei, famous for his design of the Olympic Games Stadium in Beijing, affectionately known as The Bird's Nest. Rest afoot on the white polished marble floors with the signature black "bow-tie" pattern throughout. Refinished from the original design courtesy of the hotel architect Morris Lapidus. In front of you is an inviting bleau glow that leads you forward. Welcome to the Bleau Bar. Have a drink, take a seat, and absorb the energy that surrounds you. Look back towards the entrance and you see a mob of people crowding the corner, that's LIV Nightclub. Heralded as one of ten best nightclubs in the world (Reuters). At your 3 o'clock you see a gorgeous grand staircase leading up somewhere.. where does it go? Check it out for yourself! Don't be disappointed when you come back down.. find me and I'll tell you the story behind it :-). Behind you, and through the double height windows overlooks the pool below. Or pools shall I say. There are 6 of them. There's a nightclub there too, Arkadia. And all around you,... enjoy the scenery that is the people who frequent here. You'd think you've walked through the backstage of a Milan fashion show. The Bleau Bar can be your end destination for the evening, or just the beginning. There are plenty of options surrounding you. Cheers! read more

This place is beautiful, I guess its as close to a Vegas-style hotel that Miami has. I have not yet had the chance to dine here of party at LIV, however I stopped at Bleau Bar for a drink on a Friday night. I was able to grab a seat right away and the waitress attended us immediately :o) The drinks were expensive but hey that was no surprise. Everything was fine, except a little loud and crazy, with all the people waiting to get into LIV. The crowd was mixed but mostly touristy and people in their younger 20's. The kind of place to just have a drink or two if you happen to be coming to the hotel for any other reason such as dinner. Nothing to go out of your way for. read more

Nice atmosphere and good drinks but pricey. Nice place to sit and mingle with friends before entry into Club Liv. read more

Bleau Bar - Bars Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

i had Jack on the rocks. Its kind of pricey, well what do you expect? Its 5 stars hotel. The bartender was friendly.

It is amazing to see how many people were here on a Monday Night. Nice ambience and decor in the middle of Fontainebleu hotel. if you will be dining in one of the Hotel restaurants or will be going to Arakdia or LIV stop by for sure, have drink and check out the scene. read more

Was skeptical because I came from The Bronx and know drinks! I was born around heavy handed bartenders. I walked in the bar and challenged the beautiful Melissa to make me a "Strong Island". Being from Jerz, she knew what I meant! If you ever come here...ask for Melissa! She's a beast! read more

For guys, allegedly you too can be seduced by an older Russian woman who has a daughter closer to your age. This woman might also tell you "no paparazzi" and talk about having dinner with a prominent politician the following day with her connected husband. Key word is: allegedly. Really this bar is a throwback to how things used to be, over the top and classy at the same time. Lots of characters from all walks of life, but a general rule is either you have money or you look good. The ambiance is what you are paying for here as you should expect to drop some serious bank if you have more than one drink. But you know what, you're on vacation so do you! Just look at the pictures, you know you want to come by. Outside there are these cabanas with couches and there are piles of pillows scattered about. Definitely a laid back spot where you can bring that special someone for some alone time or bring your entourage to lounge outside. read more

Really cool decor and lighting of the ball. My wife and I came here for drinks after dinner and sat at the bar. All our bartenders were attentive and pretty cool and friendly. One of those nights we drank like 6 drinks...gets up to 140 bucks quick!! but the people there are like really hot and sexy, then you get a few suckers and old farts that pay for those sexy young tendas drinks, right before the girls ditch them for the club behind the bar. suckerdees!!! Really great music and they even have the games on too!!! I would definitely come back next time i'm in Miami. read more

Great crowd and lounge. Perfect for quick drinks while you want to watch the club scene attempt to get in to LIV. Drinks are expensive, but come on what is cheap in Miami? read more

This bar was packed every night! The bar and the people were gorgeous! The martini i had was fab! Nice and strong. However, beware the drinks are pricy! But, what do you expect?!! You're in Miami baby!!! read more

Awesome bar - we always drop in there

Awesome bar to people watch or to hang out before proceeding to LIV, the famous club in the hotel. Cocktails were not great but so many gorgeous people!! read more

Sweet bar. I never came here just for this, but I definitely would if I was looking for a chill bar hang-out spot. This place is FULLY stocked, but pricey. There is always good beats to be heard, with usually a DJ on hand during prime hours. There's always a good crowd attracted from the nightclub lines and a very fun atmosphere. It's an easy place to grab a drink from... not too much waiting at the bar, and you can sip your drink while waiting in line for Liv/Arkadia. This place is really a fun intersection of nightlife between business people, hotel guests, and club/bar patrons. The drinks were great, but PRICEY, of course. The waitress service was spectacular every time we stopped by. Highly recommend! read more

If you're in Miami Beach and staying at the Fontainebleau, this is the perfect bar to check out "Jersey Shore" wannabes and rich foreigners trying to look cool. Expect hotel bar prices - a glass of Grey Goose will run you about $16. But what the hey, it's worth it. read more

The Fontainebleau Lobby could be a club/lounge with it's own velvet rope. The bar is gorgeous and there are comfy chairs and couches all over the place. We came here after dinner, around 11pm and it was packed. The crowd was so diverse with lots of different characters. Find Will. He's the tall, handsome spanish bartender. He is super friendly and took care of my and my gf all night. Just be prepared for the drink prices. We got two peach ciroc and sprites for $38 including tip. A glass of the house champagne is $28. A great place to have a drink before you go to the real clubs or to hang out all night. They open till about 4am. Plus - The music was awesome! Better than alot of the clubs/lounges I went to. read more

With the added service tip, cocktails here start at $20. Even for this lover of uppity cocktails, this seems excessive. And the crowd is, as expected, all that miami beach can be- flashy, high heeled, overexposed (dress wise, that is) and exuding pretension. Other pet peeves include slow service and the risk of getting plastic cups after hours. So why the 4 stars? Well because this can be just the preamble to a night at Liv or your pre-dinner cocktail hour, but it can also be your destination. Look closely and you will still detect the old miami glamour, be it because of the marbled space, the crystal chandeliers, or the fact that you are witnessing miami cool, miami glam, and even, yes, miami kitsch. Also, the DJ is impeccable. read more

The Bleau Bar is the bar in the lobby of the Fountainebleau hotel. Service from the bartenders seemed spotty at times. I could get some bartenders to respond to me immediately, while other bartenders passed me over for the far more beautiful people at the bar. Because, let's be honest and up front, this place is a place that caters to the beautiful people. They are everywhere lounging on the sofas and chairs surrounding the bar as they pre-pre-party their early evening (you know from 10 - midnight in Miami) away before moseying on in to Liv. The servers are also all very beautiful people, which again can wreak havoc for the less than plastic set among the normal average joes and average janes in the world like me. I do, however, respect the fact that the bouncers were pretty intense about ensuring that everyone consuming alcohol was actually 21. I respect that and think you deserve some credit for complying with the law. Overall, if you are looking for an experience that is very stereotypical Miami, then I think the Bleau Bar is a great place for you to begin your night. It isn't "WOW"ing, but it is just good enough to get your night started. read more

I really like Bleau Bar. It is always full of beautiful people, the music is awesome and it's a fun place to hang out in between dinner at Scarpetta and partying at Liv. Another cool thing to do is come drink water at Bleau Bar and go back to Liv. I'm just saying, $10 for Fiji and "our tap water doesn't come out here", make one skeptical. But Bleau Bar say "serve yourself" which is awesome. It's also fun to hang out here and people watch. Wow, when you wonder "how did that 20 something end up with that old man?" you can watch it from start to finish at Bleau Bar. Apparently, it starts with LOTS of drinks. read more

The Bleau Bar is definitely the best choice of hangouts within the Fontainebleau Hotel. The ambiance is very Bleau, maybe Cobalt Blue #25 with a accent of white leather chairs. Very posh! Service is excellent and the wine by the glass list is impressive. Even a very good Grenache! Unfortunately, the nothing to eat in here as the Bar is more or less in the Hotel atrium. One night, I ran in the morning and was starving. They sent me to the steakhouse bar which was also good, but not as sophisticated as the Bleau Bar! Great place to mingle, and bring the Cougar flack jacket for late evenings. read more

"Johnny Walker Black on the rocks please" - "Ok, that will be $19" Ahh, South Beach and your crazy prices. Obviously the drinks are going to be pricey anywhere around here but the atmosphere here was good until around midnight. It was a great people-watching bar to stop for a couple of drinks before you go into one of the clubs or elsewhere. Also, Pitbull was there, which was pretty cool. read more

Nice place to watch beautiful people. lol Nice deco. drink is kinda pricy.. but you get what you pay for ;) one word ! upscale place~ read more

I almost didn't recognize this place during the day from all the pics here and on their website....I guess it gets more Bleau as the night comes on! This is a great spot for people watching b/c it is literally right across from the front entry of the hotel. Everyone mentions how expensive the drinks are here, but I really didn't notice this. I was drinking wine and hubby had some cocktails, and we didn't notice a huge difference in pricing from the DC area. The one thing we did notice was the service charge that was worked into every single drink we ordered. They still leave you an extra line on the receipts with "Gratuity" for those that want to tip extra!!! This will definitely getcha if you aren't paying attention, but the entire resort does this so you just get use to it. Another perk...celebrity sightings! We saw Joakim Noah...not really a celebrity but close enough! read more

This is where to set it off before heading out or going into LIV. All the waitresses are the bomb especially Lauren. And the best bartenders bar none period read more

Bleau Bar - Bars Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

The best on Miami Beach period .You wont be disappointed with nothing. Great place for people watching

The Bleaubar is amazing. Come on the afternoon and enjoy Oxana's great bar service. She's also easy on the eyes. Great drinks and worth the high Miami prices. read more

Dear Will, We really hope you are reading this, as we (much like our "sandwich delivery service") are a little bit delayed on our promise... but we would just like to say that you are absolutely fantastic and we appreciate your incredible service during our stay at Fountainbleau!! Thanks for pouring us that rosé, all day and with a smile none the less :) Keep up the good work, kid! --Your fave LA sandwich delivery girls. P.S. yelpers: make sure to ask for Will, because he really is the best out there! read more