I've been here twice, both times with coworkers. The first time I went it was pretty packed. I have to be honest and say that I'm not an avid bar goer/hopper but if a place has good music I can dance to and the crowd isn't sketchy or creepy lol, I'm in. At first glance, there's an outside area where people hang out and congregate. People who smoke or vape appear to take up shop there and me not being a smoker or a vaporer (no offense to those that do), I'd much rather prefer to stay inside. The music is pretty loud so you have to be okay with that and the crowd the first time consisted of younger twenty something year olds. The second time around the crowd was a bit older so it varies. From what I've heard all of people in the hospitality industry frequent there, like servers and bartenders, probably because it stays open so late. You basically get a mix of people. The first time the bar area was packed so it's hard to get the attention of a bartender but since one of my coworker's is friends with one of the bartenders there, it did help us order faster than most. I have to admit that the first time I went I did not expect to have as much fun as I did. It was on a Friday night after work a few months ago and I danced my butt off. My legs were so sore the next day.. I'll put it that way. From old school R&B jams, to 2000's dance party hits, to Latin/Salsa music, I had the time of my life moving and grooving. The second time it was less packed. We actually had plans to go to Sweet Caroline Karaoke but since the line was too long to get in, we opted to go to RedBar. It was much more of a relaxed vibe the second time around as it was less crowded. The music was okay. Maybe the DJ was different. I had one drink which was a Cosmo on the rocks. I forgot to ask for a specific type of vodka probably because I was too busy enjoying the music, but it was good either way. Anyhow, I had a nice time. I did wish though they had better music the second time around, but it was okay as I was able to converse with a couple that was visiting Miami. I love getting to meet new people as much as I maybe an introvert at times as I covet my alone time and there's nothing like curling up with a good book or cup of tea or hot chocolate but I'm an extrovert when it comes to meeting new people or trying something new because getting out of your comfort zone is good (granted that whatever you do is legal and puts no one in harms way). There's a saying that goes "you have to get comfortable in the uncomfortable" as that's where the most growth happens. So if you are new to Miami or someone looking for an unassuming hang out spot and are okay with dancing a little bit and listening to some old school tunes, this is the place for you. It's definitely not a club/lounge but it's not a dive bar either and again i can't speak to the bar scene in Miami as I don't frequent them often but it was fun to try something new. Will I be back? It depends on work, life, etc. but I do recommend it if you don't wish to pay a cover like I know some places do and aren't into trendy, soirée type of events. Just be ready though because people there will probably be drunk (and/or dancing in not the best way and I don't mean technically, I mean something else entirely)...call me modest...I don't care lol but it's still worth a try to check it out and feel it out. I did enjoy getting to sing my heart out that first time because you can't help but sing along to the tracks they play, especially if it's an 80's or 90's tune. If they had karaoke, that would be even better but I know that Sweet Caroline is right around the corner. Lip singing is still fun though if it comes down to it. I'm just happy I got to get out for a bit as I think it's good to let go (in a safe, responsible way) and trek somewhere to a place you've never been. The decor is pretty cool too. I like the neon sign at the front that's says something like "You're exactly where you need to be". They even had Mickey Mouse spray painted on the wall with the RedBar logo on top of it and me being a big Disney fan, it made me smile and I had to snap a pic of it. All in all, I had fun and that's what matters. As you get older, priorities change, but life is too short to not dance your heart out or sing like you're in the shower...that's how I live my life. So hopefully this review will help you decide whether or not RedBar is right for you:) read more