Inspired by Polynesian art and culture, tiki bars stand out from similar establishments thanks to their tropical décor and exotic drinks. Miami enjoys a great variety of tiki bars where locals and out-of-towners can get a taste of delicious food, spirits, and sweet tunes throughout the night. If you’re wondering where to find an awesome tiki bar near you, take a look at our list of the best tiki bars in Miami.
Located in the heart of South Beach, The Rum Line is a 1940s Cuban-style outdoor terrace that serves great seafood and rum-based cocktails. The bar is part of the Loews Miami Beach Hotel and welcomes anyone who wishes to stop by. Customers can also book the bar for private events and special occasions.
Swizzle is fairly new to the scene but still makes it as one of the best tiki bars in Miami. Inspired by the rum swizzle, often dubbed as Bermuda’s national drink, Swizzle first opened its doors back in 2016 and stands today as a prolific bar with some of the best cocktails in town. The laid-back atmosphere is ideal for ordering their popular Pretty Mama Swizzle or maybe a few mojitos to get your evening properly started.
Hyde Beach already had successful locations in Los Angeles and Las Vegas before deciding to continue their business venture in Miami Beach. The establishment located at the SLS South Beach enjoys daytime and nightlife entertainment featuring an indoor/outdoor space, beach access, and a beautiful pool. This upscale beachfront tiki bar also provides a wide variety of exotic drinks and Katsuya cuisine.
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The people over at The Anderson are notorious for doing their own thing. This upper east side gastropub loves reinventing old-school cocktails and has a bustling clientele that comes for the drinks and stays for the music and chill vibes. Their tropical-themed outdoor patio comes packed with tiki torches, sand, and even a bungalow where all those wild and unique cocktails are created.
Brought to you by the owner of Wynwood's Wood Tavern, the Miami Mojito Company brings a simple yet efficient idea to the table: to serve incredible mojitos at a great price. The tiki bar is located behind Plant the Future's outdoor corridor on the side of Wood Tavern and was inspired by Brazil’s beachside drinking scene. It focuses on mojitos, caipirinha, and caipiroskas. The bar was carefully designed with a secret entrance, so the lucky people who do manage to find this hidden oasis can sit back and relax from the chaotic outside world.
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Tiki Bar & Cabanas at The Palms Hotel
Stop by the Tiki Bar at The Palms Hotel & Spa and try out their signature “Cocktail of the Day” special. The bar features a poolside setting and beautiful palm trees that envelop the surrounding area, giving it a refreshing coastal atmosphere. It also offers a great view of the hotel’s tropical gardens you can enjoy with your friends and partners from their luxurious poolside cabanas. If you want to recharge your batteries after a long week, be sure to grab a drink and spend an energizing day in Miami Beach by visiting The Palms’ Tiki Bar & Cabanas.
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Miami is all about delicious drinks and tropical vibes. Be sure to check out the best tiki bars in Miami and let us know which one is your favorite by commenting below!
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