I love wine and I love Magie wine bar…read more What a gem of a place that embraces the neighborhood, has an incredible wine selection, and the perfect vibes for any occasion. I've been visiting a lot recently, and even joined their wine club which offers two curated wines a month. Locally owned and operated, I feel really good supporting a place that the owners put so much effort into to offer such a gem of a spot for locals. I've tried a lot of wines here, and I'm always amazed at finding something new to me that I enjoy. If you haven't been, it's the perfect place for a date, a girls night, or a day for yourself. They also have good snacks and charcuterie for you to munch on while you drink vino. Don't know much about wine? No problem. Their team will point you in the right direction and they have something for everyone. This is an approachable wine bar- they want you to enjoy the wine as much as they do and I love that about Magie. This spot has a nice indoor space and a beautiful outdoor area. They also have a sister location in the Grove.

This Magie location opened about a year and a half ago. My friends and I stopped by to do a wine…read morenight, and it was such a nice time. There is a parking lot right on the side of the building, but if that lot is full, there is also street parking, and parking across the street in a lot behind the Citadel. The service here was great! All of the staff were very nice and welcoming. The set up of the lounge is also very cozy. There is plenty of space for people to sit whether you're on a date or with a small group, but seating is first come first serve, so if you're coming with a group it's better to get there earlier in the evening so you have a space comfortable enough for the size of your group. There is also indoor and outdoor seating which is nice. There are many wines to choose from and they also have a decent menu with light bites. We opted for the Dino nuggets and caviar which were a hit, the fried olives and some meats and cheeses with some cornishons, fig jam and a sliced baguette. Overall this place has a great vibe to it and I heard they host events every so often. I highly recommend it if you're looking for a nice space to chill with some friends and enjoy a nice spot in Miami.

- Tapas tapas tapas! - I've had the spaghetti squash…read morearancini (the truffle honey is amazing), patatas bravas, mussels, charcoal-grilled pulpo, jamon & manchego croquetas, pork belly, charcuterie board - Everything was delicious and the service was amazing - They have indoor and outdoor tables, high-top tables and regular tables - I recommend their happy hour, they have a DJ thurs-sat, and sit outside when the weather is just right - Great for dates and groups

Great ambiance. Scallops were amazing…read more The service was perfect. I had seafood paella it may have been overcooked. I would try another entree next time. Overall nice restaurant.

This spot in the Grove is super chill and great to have a bottle or glass of wine with your…read morefavorite girls. The first location in the River is better imo because the location is bigger, there is plenty more seating than the Grove location. Although, I still enjoyed my time at this location as well. Sooo how it works is that you go inside and pick a bottle of wine from the fridges. You can also order by the glass if you aren't a big drinker or if you want to try different wines. The bottles are moderately priced depending on your selection. We chose an orange wine and it was nice, very refreshing, you can really get that citrus essence with every sip. Another thing that they have is that you can pick different cheeses and meats and they will build you a charcuterie board. I love this because it is all based on your selection, nothing will go to waste. They also have food you can order. A lot of people love the nuggets with caviar. I think they are decent imo but I'm not like in love with them. Parking can be a bit annoying... If there isn't street parking, you can also park in the garage. The service was good, the staff was friendly. The only thing that was a hassle was getting a table. We had to wait a bit in order for a table to become available. Overall, this spot is a very cozy place to hang and mingle with friends.

As others have stated, Magie is good in concept and we'll likely return here, but with just a bit…read moremore effort on their part this wine bar could be so much better IMO. Unlike some other reviewers that scoffed at the prices of the wine, that didn't bother me so much. We had a bottle here that cost $55 and it retails for about $28; I was OK with that, as all restaurants and wine bars have a markup above retail, and even when you go to spots like Happy Wine or El Carajo and pick out a bottle to drink while in their shop, they charge a corkage fee for that. What I did have a problem with is that, after the "service charge" and other fees were added on, our $55 bottle rang up to more than $73 in total, which was ludicrous. When we first arrived at Magie we were met by a young guy who pointed out the bottles and where the various charcuterie items are located in the coolers, and we were then pretty much left on our own. We really just wanted a glass of wine each, but unlike places like Vinoteca, here at Magie they had a very limited selection of wines by the glass, and the ones available all seemed to come in single-serve cans. We picked out a bottle to share, went to the register, paid and the guy opened it and handed us 2 glasses. When I returned to get napkins, the guy just motioned to where the napkins were so I could grab my own (after moving a delivery cart out of the way by myself so I could reach them). Again, though this place includes an automatic "service charge", we received zero actual "service" unless one considers the 45 seconds it takes to uncork our bottle and charge us for the purchase. We had a seat, had a glass of wine each and then re-corked our bottle of wine and took it with us. Overall I think Magie is a great concept with lots of potential. The inside seating area is interestingly decorated and outfitted with lots of eclectic furniture and items on the walls, and the relatively large patio seating out front with tables for 2 to 8 people is shielded from the adjacent street/traffic and shaded by lots of trees and greenery. The ambiance overall is really very nice. The service, however, was non-existent, especially considering the automatic charge for that, and while prices of at least some wines aren't terribly out of line, the fact that all the service charges, taxes and fees added $20 to the cost of our bottle was a bit of a shocker. Magie should consider adding more wines by the glass IMO. Not just subpar quality single-serve cans, but decent wines, poured from a proper bottle with a topper that preserves the wine between pours like most every quality wine bar commonly offers. Lastly, while I don't think anyone expects linen napkins and white glove service, the paper plates and plastic cutlery customers are given to eat with are a bit off vs. what this place appears to be trying to be and the prices charged. The "F*ck Brunch" positioning statement on the back of the staffs' shirts was an interesting touch.

Great Miami vibe without the jacked up Miami tourist trap prices…read more This place was a pleasant surprise for the price and atmosphere considering it is in Miami. They have a limited menu but the food was flavorful. Very cool casual chill spot with a friendly atmosphere and live music in front. It kinda reminds me of a speakeasy vibe with the courtyard dining at the back of the building. Now I will have to come here every time I visit Miami.

Lagniappe House is one of those spots that just gets it right. The atmosphere is amazing -- warm…read morelights, live music, and a relaxed outdoor setup that makes it feel both cozy and lively at the same time. I grabbed a glass of wine and just enjoyed the energy of the place. The wine selection is great, and the whole experience feels very laid-back but still vibrant. It's the kind of place where you can sit back, enjoy good music, sip your drink, and just take in the moment. The crowd was friendly, the vibe was social, and it's easy to strike up conversations and meet new people. Definitely a great place for a date night, hanging out with friends, or just enjoying a good glass of wine in a really cool setting. If you're in Miami and looking for a chill spot with great ambiance and wine, Lagniappe House is absolutely worth checking out. Great spot for a date night. It gets really packed quick though so get there early

Love this Sixty Vines! Excellent service from LeMarcus (LP) and Sonny. Great location in downtown…read moreMiami and great vibe! Buy one of their candles and your house will smell divine!

Came for brunch with a large group, before the crowds came into the restaurant so we had most of…read morethe restaurant to ourselves around our long singular table. The menu presented menu intriguing options for food and drinks, and being a large group we ordered most items on the brunch menu. We were all very impressed with the food, even some items which were unique but still very tasty such as the carrot cake pancake! Big kudos to the server who handled our table, as he did an admirable job, especially compared to some other restaurants that made mistakes around orders.

This restaurant is outstanding in ambiance, food, and service. I am beyond impressed…read more On a recent trip to Miami, our party of three stumbled upon this marvelous spot. We all had a most memorable experience. The food is delicious. The presentation is spectacular. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. All were very welcoming. Each dining area is decorated differently with their own unique captivating style. I highly recommend Bunbury and definitely will return in the very near future.

We came here for happy hour yesterday, joining a group of friends who have a standing Tuesday HH…read moredate. First, bonus for easy street parking close by! Also, the interior is super quirky; lots to look at! We had to go somewhere after HH, so we weren't drinking, but the HH drinks menu (from 4 - 7PM) looked solid! I had a spinach empanada that was OK. Larry had the sliders and also thought they were OK; it's hard to mess that up. Unfortunately, the menu is wildly expensive. The sliders were $30 and came with nothing, no salad, no fries, and the server didn't even bring a napkin. Also, it was FREEZING inside. I am always cold so I thought it was just me, but even Larry was totally uncomfortable. Would I go back? Yes! I would bring a sweater and eat beforehand

I've been wanting to try Mellow Grapes Wine Bar since it's so close to home and I'd heard such good…read morethings, but unfortunately, I was kinda disappointed. The place was pretty empty .. only one other table there and the service was slow and inattentive. I ordered the pork belly flatbread, and it literally came out burnt. I'm honestly not sure how they had the nerve to serve it when it was completely black. For a spot that has so much potential and a nice setup, this experience definitely missed the mark , not sure if we came at a bad time an hour before closing or what it was but hopefully this is not their norm

Nice and personal wine bar out in the suburban neighborhood of west Kendall. Perfect for date night…read moreor sipping wines with a small group of friends. Depending on the night you find live music, a DJ, game night or another event. They have a solid selection of wine and a few beers as well. They also have great bites from pizza to a charcuterie board that pair well with wine. The servers are nice but aren't the most attentive. We found ourselves having to grab their attention when we needed another glass despite it being fairly empty.

We loved this place. Such a fun vibe and everything we ordered hit. The service was wonderful too!…read more The grilled cheese was next level, super crispy, cheesy, and not basic at all (I'm still craving it). The beef carpaccio was super fresh and perfectly balanced. The skirt steak? So good and tender, flavorful, and cooked just right. But the standout for me was the tuna tostones... obsessed. And the manchego croquetas were the perfect bite. Definitely one of those spots where you want to order a little of everything and share. We'll 100% be back!

We celebrated Friendsgiving this year at Grape Spring in South Miami, and honestly, we couldn't…read morehave picked a more perfect spot. They accommodated our party of eight flawlessly, and to top it off, we even had live music on a Wednesday night. This place is such an incredible wine place with tons of amazing bottles and varieties to choose from. You basically shop around the space, pick out your own wine, and bring it back to the table for your server to open and serve. Everything is organized by region and the prices vary so you can easily find something that fits your taste and budget. Every staff member we encountered was fantastic, and everything we ate and drank was just as good. We started with a red Pinot noir bottle we loved so much that we ended up ordering three more for the table. For food, we ordered several dishes to share: The Marinated Olives which i didn't try these because I'm not an olive person. The Bacon Wrapped Plantains which was such a unique combo, and surprisingly delicious. The Local Burrata which was absolutely delicious. I've never met a pan con burrata I didn't like. The Manchego Croquetas were my absolutely favorite. manchego is one of my favorite cheeses, so I already knew I'd love this. Perfectly balanced, not greasy at all, crispy on the outside, melty and creamy on the inside. The honey sauce on the side was the perfect touch. We also got the Steak Frites & Chicken to share which was super tender, flavorful, and the fries were perfectly crispy, just how I love them. They were out of the yuca bravas, so we couldn't try these but they sound phenomenal. And we couldn't chose what desssert we wanted so we went with all three. The flourless chocolate cake with icecream, the key like tres leche and the guava tiramisu. Alll delicious !! And lastly , i have to highlight Thalia, our server. She was exceptional! Truly a five-star experience for our first visit. She handled our group of eight with ease, was always on top of refills without us having to ask, knew the menu inside and out, and gave amazing recommendations. She made the whole night even better. Can't wait to come back especially for lunch since she mentioned they have great lunch specials. This spot is definitely a new favorite,

Found a new speakeasy bar in Miami, South Beach and don't want to be cagey about it…read more Sagamore Hotel. Step up a few stairs, walk through the main entrance doors and beyond the sofas in the foyer is the entrance which looks more like an entrance to an office. The door gives way to slightly dim warm lighting, which creates an intimate and relaxing atmosphere. I sat at the bar with my husband and heard the bartender, Phillip taking repeated orders of old fashioned and espresso martini. I saw a table polishing glasses and glasses of wines and then came the surprise - their selections! Their selections were smaller than expected but thoughtfully chosen. We asked Phillip for his recommendations, along the lines of red & bold. He gladly pointed us to a wine that was not on the menu. It seems they offer a menu selection and off-menu/rotating selection from unique wine regions. We had a red blend from China (yes that's correct, it surprised me equally). But then I realized, I haven't had wines from most of the regions they offer and the curiosity sets in. Looking forward to explore the menu and off-menu selection. Perfect bar for date night or post dinner drinks and for all the wine explorers out there.

We didn't try the food but I could only imagine it being very good. The service was great Phillip…read moredid a great job recommending different wines and beverages. It was all amazing. I love the dim atmosphere and very quiet.

First off I'll start on a positive! The ambiance is amazing, I love the lighting but that doesn't…read moremake up for the extremely offensive dining experience. The only thing worth ordering is the classic smash burger. The burger was a good size and came with a lot of fries, i really enjoyed it. However, it proved to be a rather embarrassing restaurant choice for dinner. (We realized it was a cocktail bar after the fact) I brought my friend who came from out of town and she ordered tacos and well... they were a joke. Just two tacos with slivers of bland meat on FLOUR tortillas- saved by the sauce. Don't get me started on the skewers.. $24 for some meat and veggies on cocktail stirrers. They were half of the size you'd expect. Just to add insult to injury, the water was comically small and they charge $6 for a half-sized sized bottle of sprite. They also charge an automatic 20% gratuity just so you know. Nice place, just don't get food here.

4 of us walked in for the first time on a Tuesday night. We had no idea it was open mic night and…read morethey had a solid lineup of first time or local musicians. Some people were just walking in the door carrying a guitar or keyboard. Before I heard any music I was skeptical of what the talent may be. I was so wrong!as just about everyone was really good. Some legit could make a career if had the right producer. The lounge area was comfortable with attentive servers. Had a nice selection of specialty cocktails.