I had not had the chance to visit this place but I made a point to go by on Friday for a Burger. Truly this was the best Burger Ive had in a very long time. This is a double burger super juicy with cheese and an exceptional taste I truly recommend everyone to stop by and try it. The place is very cozy bar style, very clean and the servers are super friendly. Michael the Owner is super friendly makes you feel right at home. Can't wait to stop by and try the rest of the items on the menu Truly give this place 5 Stars read more

This hidden neighborhood gem is the bar from "Cheers" where everyone knows your name. Family-owned by a young couple from upstate NY featuring authentic Buffalo Wings, Beef on 'Weck as well local grilled Mahi-Mahi and more. Service is outstanding, the owners are there, in the restaurant, baking and cooking everything fresh every dance. It's a sports bar but you can eat in as a restaurant and non-sports fans feel welcome there. It's not overwhelming screaming sports bar like Flannigans or Hooters with TVs blasting. But on sports days it's 100% on - sold out for Buffalo Bills games, playoffs, you name it. They even feature local pies from Foku in the Grove. This small business is the real deal and genuine care for their guests. read more

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LOVE everyone here! Please try the buffalo chicken dip! Always a great vibe! You're in for a great time here! read more

The Brightside - Espresso Martini - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

Good service and excellent dishes at fair prices. The ambience is modern and comfortable. My only complaint is that my drink took a while to arrive. But overall, a wonderful spot for a casual meal read more

How the hell could anyone live within walking distance of this place and NOT eat here at least 3 nights a week?!?! The food, the service and the vibes...10/10!!!!!! read more

The Brightside - Burger w/bacon - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Great neighborhood bar, love they support the panthers hate they support the bills and OSU. Wouldn't want to watch a game anywhere else but here read more

Torn about writing this review because I don't want to share this bar with anyone else! This is the best bar in Miami that makes you feel like you're NOT in Miami. Amazing food, fire drinks, and great service every time! If you are from Ohio or NY, you'll fit right in. The owners put their heart into this place and it shows! This place will make you feel like family. After a few visits you'll feel like you're at a house party out of the house! They are single handedly Making Neighborhood Bars Great Again, and this area needed one back bad! Be sure to hit them up for any soccer, Florida, Ohio or New York games! But check out their IG because this place gets so packed they have to do reservations! Love you Brightside read more

Decided to meet up with a friend and check out this new spot that's been open for about 5 or 6 weeks. I was so surprised I didn't know this place was here. To be honest it really was The Brightside of my night. The spot was popping with locals and travelers which is rare for this side of town, but it's definitely making a comeback. The service was OnPoint, and the ambience is definitely the kind a place where everybody knows your name. I definitely wanted whiskey, and wasn't sure if I was gonna go on the rocks or an old fashion, but instead, I was really impressed when the bartender recommended a Rob Roy! I moved to Miami a couple years ago and no one ever recommends this drink yet it's a classic and one of my faves. They definitely did it justice. If you've never had one, I definitely suggest you try. Was really hoping to try the Beef On Weck. Unfortunately for us, this stunner was all out, so we split the burger with the house baked buns and tater tots. Personally, I'm a tots fan and these were crispy on the outside and just right on the inside. The burger was full of flavor. Meat was melt in your mouth. It wasn't as "medium" as I prefer but it wasn't a dealbreaker. It was juicy with that grilled taste that ties it all together. I'll be coming back soon to work my way down the menu. Good spot for a casual night out read more

The Brightside - The Burger with Tater Tots and a side of Pickles - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

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If your in the neighborhood you have to check this place out! Perfect place to catch a game or come for dinner. Lots of TVs, plenty of seating at the bar or tables, full bar, and a fun trick they have of putting images on beer or select cocktails. Staff was incredibly welcoming. Buff chicken dip was perfect. And the cocktails, went down a little too easy they were so good. read more

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First time visiting on a Sunday evening. Great casual atmosphere. Had the Burger with Tater Tots and it was delicious. Service was quick and friendly. Nice selection of drinks and beers. read more

The Brightside - The Burger - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

This is my neighborhood gem!!!!! Very nice place to watch sports.... Awesome owners and the staff is great as well. Easy bar style menu. No frills good place to hangout get a beer or two read more

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So I've been hearing about this place for so long now. I was finally able to make it out here the other day and it did not disappoint! they have street parking in the front and a lot in the back. I found parking right away, but I can only imagine what the place is like for a big game! If you live in the surrounding area, highly suggest ubering. Anyways, as soon as I walked in, I was greeted by one of the staff members and asked to be seated wherever I'd like. Our server was attentive and funny the entire time. Since I went on a Tuesday, they had all day happy hour, which is honestly what brought me to the bar that day--besides the Panther's opener. My friends and I had a couple beers and skinny margaritas. To eat, we grabbed a burger, fries and wings. Everything was good. Although they offer chips, I wish the fries came with the burger, given that it's $18. The ambiance was just as I expected. Every time the Panther's scored a goal, the owner/bar manager would wave a gigantic Panther's flag and play the same roar you hear at the arena. That alone is catchy enough to make patrons want to come back for another game! I recommend this spot for anyone who loves sports and a good, lively ambiance. read more

The Brightside - Bar area - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

I had the buffalo chicken sandwich. Very good very tasty. Service was great It was a little but loud for me but it's a sports bar. I enjoyed it read more

Best sports Bar in South Florida hands down! Mike (the owner) is a showman and every night brings extra entertainment and the energy of the bar is always amazing! read more

A much-needed brunch and quality food casual shop in the Shenandoah area Menu looks great. Location is fun. Parking might be challenging. read more

The Brightside - New spot! Here's it from the outside on Coral Way. - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

Went for the authentic, Irish bar ambiance and great happy hour menu! Tried the kombucha but no actual alcoholic drinks. My friends had perfectly poured beer and excellently salted and mixed margaritas. Service was attentive and kind. Truly appreciated the free parking too! read more

Super cool local bar I literally live a block away so glad it's a sports bar gives me a lot of the old mighty vibes from down the street this spot is perfect for after work beers with the bros or even a casual date night the staff is super friendly and the food is delicious the chicken wings and beef on weck . Michael the owner super nice and professional dude . Definitely will be coming back here read more

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I was in Miami for work during the divisional round. As a big Bills fan, I wanted to find a backer bar to watch the game at. I couldn't have found a better option. The owners (husband and wife) do an incredible job providing an exciting atmosphere with fantastic service. Even though the game didn't go our way, I really enjoyed myself and look forward to hopefully coming back at some point! Highly, highly recommend read more

We have been so excited to try The Brightside for a few weeks now. It did not disappoint! The food was amazing and so fresh. It tastes like homemade food. It is also super affordable and a cool spot to bring your family and friends. You can play Mario Kart on Tuesdays!!We got the fish and chips and bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich. Our waiter Manny was so kind and attentive. He was an absolute sweetheart and made sure we had everything we needed. The vibe is your classic American bar and hangout. It doesn't even feel like you're in Miami lol! I highly recommend trying this place especially if you want good food, service, and a space to just chill and have fun. Definitely coming back here soon read more

Cute sports with delicious food! The burger HITS. The fried pickles are delicious. The drinks are big & taste great. I strongly recommend the super freak! The sides I tried: chips (perfectly crispy, not too salty), fries (just the right amount of crunch), veggies (perfect w/ ranch!) & tater tots (wonderful & again with the perfect crunch & saltiness). Our waitress was really great, answered all our questions, very attentive. read more

Everytime I come into The Brightside "bling bling". Probably my favorite place in Miami. Great for food, drinks and conversation. My guy Mike really build the Mecca of bars and will continue to shine as the place to be! Love it! read more

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I've been looking for a neighborhood bar with a 30 and up crowd and I've finally found it! The nachos were sub-par but the vibe I was looking for was here. It's super chill and a great spot to watch basketball, football, hockey games. Go for the drinks but not the food. read more

The Brightside - Chicken Nachos - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

Nice vibe... enjoyed the food. Service was good. No complaints... can't expect more than that. Everyone was friendly.

I'd normally give The Brightside 3 stars which means "OK" on Yelp, as it was worthy of 3 stars when we came here. However, it appears this bar/restaurant is perhaps blitzing Yelp with artificially inflated and possibly fake 5 star reviews which, based on my experience at this bar/restaurant, it's simply not worthy of. Most every review for this place is 5 stars, and there are another 3 pages of 5 star reviews that were hidden / marked not recommended by Yelp's algorithm - which is usually accurate in situations like this. Anyone familiar with how Yelp works, knows it'd be VERY abnormal for nearly every customer to rate a place like The Brightside with a solid 5 stars - especially when even some Michelin-star rated places in Miami don't rate nearly that high on Yelp. Something's really amiss there, and for that reason alone I'm dropping a star and only giving this place 2. As for my experience here, 2 of us arrived, had a seat and a server was there relatively quickly. We started off with the buffalo chicken dip with chips which was good. For drinks, I had the Hang on Sloopy, while the person I was with had the Dancing Nancy. Both were good and refreshing, but neither seemed to contain much alcohol. For our meals I had the beef on weck with tater tots, while he had the burger with fries. We also both ordered mojitos. I've had a similar beef sandwich elsewhere and what I had here at The Brightside was quite good, with the usual kummelweck roll with coarse salt and caraway seeds, though the menu said it'd be served with pickles which I, at least, didn't receive. The burger and fries were good, but the burger tasted like it was made with a frozen patty. The mojitos were pretty bad, lacking sugar or syrup so they were almost bitter, and as with our first round, the mojitos contained little detectable alcohol. Our food was OK, but after 2 mixed drinks each that were either watered down or stingy pours, we decided to pay our bill and go up the street to The Gibson Room where drinks are properly served. Before we left, I went to use the restroom and saw a sign advertising fish and chips. I'd have ordered that if I knew it was available, but it wasn't listed on the menus we were given. The buffalo chicken dip with chips was $15, burger/fries and beef sandwich/tater tots were $20 each (they come with chips; fries or tots are $2 extra). Cocktails were $14 each which would normally be about average for Miami, but what we were served weren't worth that, as they contained little discernible alcohol and the mojitos were badly made. This place has a mix of various memorabilia behind the bar and plenty of screens for showing sports and other programming, though the staff may need training on how to work them, as one of the bartenders kept trying to load things like YouTube TV and Apple TV to show on the screens, which this bar evidently doesn't subscribe to. read more

Sports bars are hard for me because you go for the sports and the food and usually the drinks and actual establishment are sub par/not clean. Have to say the restaurant had a great vibe, the drinks were great, and the service was amazing . I would definitely come back over going to our generic sports bar with bad service ! Great experience. read more

Our flight from Tampa to Miami was canceled so we had to drive to Miami. After 5 and a half hours in the car we all needed something to eat and alcoholic drinks. We got in just as the kitchen called it a night, but the manager said if we ordered right away that she could accommodate us. Our server / bartender (I think his name was Joseph - sorry if I messed that up) was really genuine and helpful to give us tips on their best cocktails and things to do in town. Everyone ordered something different, but they all loved their food. I ordered the chicken wrap and it was delicious. Fresh greens and veggies and freshly cooked chicken with a nice dressing on the side. Thanks for the hospitality, guys! Some of the best humans we met in Miami. read more

The Brightside - Signage - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

This is the best bar in Miami! Mike the owner goes out of his way for all customer experience. I will always be loyal to this bar!

The overall experience at The Brightside was fantastic, with great service, delicious drinks, and a comfortable atmosphere. It's definitely a spot I'll be returning to and would recommend to anyone. read more

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Pleasantly surprised. My son and I were there last night. We were there as part of a Duke University alumni watch party. We had a big group. Even with the size of our group, the attention to our party by multiple team members was great. Friendly folks...and the food was good! read more

I was extremely excited to give this place a try given both the void of a good local sports bar in the area and the amount of high level reviews. So I decided to stop in with my kid for happy hour. At first glance parking can be deceiving. You can try to find parking on Coral Way but there is a large 30-40 car size parking lot with a convenient entrance in the back. The place is really nice. They have sports decor and TVs all around. Plenty of seating with booths, high tops and bar seating. Very clean and great sports bar vibe. We got there around 6ish. Not too many people yet. They have Happy Hour everyday from 4-7pm which includes $2 off apps, $10 dollar cocktails and $2 off drafts. They have a nice variety of cocktails and about 6 or so beers on tap. We ordered our food and decided to play cards and board games while we waited. They have a great selection of games to entertain kids along with late night semi inebriated adults. As for the food, we had the Pizza Rolls, Chicken Fingers and Fries and the House Specialty Beef on Weck. My heart sank as one after another the dishes were underwhelming. The Pizza Rolls were not hot, tasted pretty bland and the tomato dipping sauce was very average. The Chicken Fingers were ok but the Fries. I couldn't figure out how Fries that looked perfectly seasoned again tasted completely bland. But I feel my biggest disappointment came with the Beef on Weck. I had high hopes for their signature dish. The sandwich again was not hot. The meat looked good and the bun looked homemade but it just was one note. I tried it alone. I tried it with just the horseradish and I tried it with the au jus. Just hoping it would get better. But unfortunately it never did. I found myself reaching more for the tater tots which were an additional $2 and were undercooked. I found myself questioning what happened in the end. Was it just an off night? Was it the time of the day? Either way I would still come back on atmosphere alone. The place has a great vibe. Staff seem super friendly and like I said in the beginning it fills a local sports bar void in the Shenandoah neighborhood. Great place to catch up with friends over some drinks or watch a sporting event. read more

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TRY THE BEEF ON WECK! Buffalo chicken dip is also a must try. Great service, great food, good playlist for music. Chill neighborhood sports bar vibe without it feeling live a dive. Plus they pour a Guinness properly Mike, It was PI. Stop living a lie. read more

I went on a Friday night, and loved it so much I came back Saturday for brunch! The Brightside truly gives the neighborhood bar vibes, with friendly staff and happy patrons. The Food is also delicious. The Breakfast sandwich was on point, and the brioche rolls are made in house. Whether you want to stop in and watch a game, have a drink, or grab some food with friends, I highly recommend this place. read more

Haven't had the chance to eat here yet but I order takeout recently. Ordered the mahi sandwich which was juicy, flavorful and a great size. It comes with chips, classic style and plentiful. One star off only because I also ordered a Caesar salad and was disappointed in the size of it. read more

Tremendous establishment. Food was spectacular, service was amazing, atmosphere and ambiance was perfect for watching sports. Could not be happier have found this spot. read more

Great sports bar! Amazing place to watch my beloved Bills. Beyond that, the service is excellent. You never wait for a drink even during a very packed game. The burger is delish on a homemade bun. The homemade bars are delish too. Good cocktails and beer too. read more

Finally. The Brightside is a breath of fresh air in the sports bar / neighborhood bar scene in Miami - totally laid back and not trying too hard. It's the kind of spot where you can just relax, watch the game, and not feel out of place. They've got the usual bar favorites, but also some unique stuff like the beef on weck. It's an amazing sandwich that you don't really find around here, and it's a must-try! The wings and buffalo chicken dip are a staple as well. The whole vibe seems to be about keeping things straightforward and authentic. Good food, good drinks, and great vibes. None of that overdone Miami glitz. It's perfect for hanging out with friends, having a few beers, chowing down on some bomb food and just enjoying the night. Definitely a cool spot to check out! read more

Wow. What a great place Mike and Hannah have established at The Brightside. If you want somewhere to watch a game, enjoy a drink and have some tasty and quality food, this is it. Great vibe, awesome staff and absolutely nothing to fault. Parking at the rear is a bonus. If you do nothing else, have the Beef on Weck sandwich. Simple, beautifully seasoned and a generous mound of roast beef. And the bread! Simply perfect. If you live within 10 mile or are visiting Miami and want a great experience, call in to The Brightside. read more

The Brightside - Beef on Weck sandwich - Bars Near Me - Miami, Florida

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This place is the bomb. Literally everything I've here has been has been nothing short of amazing. The owners and staff know the industry very well and are very sweet people. Beef on Weck is a real treat. The New York vibe is a great addition to Miami not to mention the inspired menu. Best buffalo wings and roast beef sandwich I found in the city.... actually perhaps anywhere! Amazing! read more

What a great spot sports bar! Came with my friend and her daughter to grab dinner after a day of exploring in downtown. Recommend trying their pretzel and burger. It was delicious. They have great specials. Will totally come back to watch a game. Loved the vibe read more

If you're a foodie like me, you'll love The Brightside! The food was delicious and our server, Manny is the Best! He was very attentive and outgoing. I truly recommend the fish and chips. Although next time we come, I'm definitely getting a burger. Manny told us that their burgers are award winning and I can't wait to come back. read more