Last Updated on June 28, 2022 by Jassica Mendez
Luckily for the fans of that magic time known as the happy hour, Miami still has a lot of great places offering a special discount to unwind from the busy workday. Even though many of us are still working from home, everybody needs a little something to relax and chill out, whether it’s some delicious bite or a fantastic cocktail. Don’t worry; physical distancing measures have been implemented in each of the bars, and every space is regularly cleaned and sanitized. So, if you are in the mood for a relaxing time that won’t be so expensive, check out some of the places below and enjoy the best happy hours in Miami.
Miami Beach area
Have a look at some of the best happy hour offers in the Miami Beach area.
NaiYaRa
1854 Bay Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Happy hour: Monday – Wednesday 5:00 –7:00 PM
This place will elevate your expectations in every way possible. The menu offers you an amazing mix of flavors, textures, colors, and exotic ingredients for an unforgettable experience. Each dish is delicious and visually appealing, almost like a work of art. This place will take you on a luxurious culinary journey of Thai cuisine and sushi traditions with a modern twist. As you enjoy your gourmet bites, such as White Fish Truffle, Salmon Taco, or Dumpling King, you’ll be watched over by a golden Buddha. All ingredients are high-quality, and fish is bought in one of Miami’s fresh fish markets. Remember to try at least one of their signature cocktails, such as Rum Forest Rum, made with Havana Club Dark Rum, Pomegranate Liquor, Passionfruit, and Basil.
There’s both street parking and a public lot within the block.
Chotto Matte
Lenox Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
Happy hour: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 04:00 -07:00 PM
This place is absolutely stunning. There is a tree as the centerpiece of the restaurant, along with the open kitchen where colorful food is created right in front of your eyes. You can also easily see the bar where cocktails are prepared. A skylight is another colossal wow factor. Their food is a combination of Japanese and Peruvian flavors, so you are bound to have a really unique experience here.
Valet parking is available.
STK South Beach
2305 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
Daily Happy Hour 03:00-06:30 PM
Head to this steakhouse for one of the best happy hours in Miami, as well as stylish décor, and try:
- $2-8 Bites (such as Oysters, Olive tapenade and Hummus, the Lil’ BRG & Truffle Fries, Tuna Tartare Tacos, Beef Tartare, Crispy Calamari, and more)
- 1/2 Off Signature Cocktails such as Strawberry Cobbler and Spiced Watermelon
- $10 Justin Cabernet and Vievité Rosé.
Search for parking at One Hotel; it should cost around $10
Planta
850 Commerce Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Miami Beach’s 100% plant-based hotspot Planta is now offering:
- Maki Mondays
- Half-priced Sake every Tuesday
- Pour Decision Wednesday when all the wine bottles are half-priced.
Pair the wine or sake with Planta’s inventive bites, and you’ll have an intensive and memorable experience.
Brickell area
Continue reading to find out about some of the best happy hour offers in the Brickell area. Whether you are more for indoor or outdoor dining in Miami, you’ll enjoy each of these places.
Fi’lia
1300 South Miami Avenue, Miami, FL 33130
Social Hour: Monday – Friday 04:00-07:00 PM
Indulge in delicious dishes and cocktails or other drinks that Fi’lia has to offer. Enjoy fresh ingredients from the firewood oven and grill. The restaurant has a beautiful setting. Come here for a delightful choice of snacks, all priced $5-10:
- Bocconcini
- Charred Eggplant Spread
- Meatballs
- Mediterranean Mussels
If you are a pizza lover, try Margherita for $9 or Spicy Soppressata for $12. Complete the experience with an excellent $7 cocktail such as:
- Parched (vodka infused with cucumber, parsley-lemon syrup, club soda, lime)
- Seeking Sunset (vodka, Lua Rossa, Solerno blood orange liqueur, lemon
- Calabrian Coast (tequila infused with Calabrian chilies, lime, agave, and spiced salt – perfect for Miami tequila lovers.
Choice of spritz, wine, and beer is also included in the happy hour offer.
Coral Gables
When you become a resident of Miami, the relocation team at Miami Movers for Less says that one of the first things to do is check out popular bars and places where you can relax from the moving stress. Whether you just moved to the Miami Beach area, Coral Gables, or any other, all these places will mesmerize you.
Below you’ll find a brief selection of happy hour offers in the Coral Gables area.
Fiola
1500 San Ignacio Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33146
Happy Hour offers: Tuesday – Friday 4:00 – 7:00 PM
Fiola will impress you on so many levels, and its attention to detail is paramount. Enjoy their menu and discover new, exciting flavors. On the menu of one of the best happy hours in Miami, you can find:
- Beer (Peroni, Lager, Italy) $5
- Cocktails $8-9 (Church, Hemingway’s brother, Fiola Paloma, Negroni Bianco, Stirred& Stiff)
- Wine $ 6-8
- Wide choice of dishes $5-11 (Meatball Sliders, Meat and cheese board, Oyster raw bars, Crudo of the day, Mushroom and Caciocavallo Arancini, Tuscan Fries, Roman Shells Cacio e Pepe)
Sugarcane
3252 N.E. 1st Avenue
Happy Hour:
To-Go: Every Day 03:00 – 06:00 PM
Dine In: Weekdays 03:00 – 06:00 PM
Sugarcane is always a popular spot for happy hour. Take your pick and choose from:
- Nine signature cocktails, beer cocktails, and prosecco with fruit essences, all for $8.
- Wine by the glass for $8 and pitchers for a whole night at $40
- An appealing choice of tasty bar bites. Try goat cheese croquettes, oysters, or sushi rolls for $7.
Street parking and low-priced parking garage nearby.
Amara at Paraiso
3101 NE 7 Ave., Miami, FL 33137
Happy Hour: Monday – Friday 05:00-7:00 PM
The inviting bar rooftop is an ideal spot to sip on cocktails with a tropical twist. Enjoy:
- Beach Club, Smoke on the Water, and many more cocktails, at $7 and $8 each.
- Half-price wines by the glass
- Six different kinds of $4 beer
- Delicious bites, like Pork Belly Tacos and Fried chicken wings from $6-9
Bakan
2801 N.W. 2nd Avenue
Weekly Happy Hour: 04:00-07:00 PM
Indulge in discounted drinks and bites in Wynwood, Miami’s most creative neighborhood. Take the quick journey to Mexico and enjoy amazing food and modern space, a cacti-lined outdoor bar, and a beautiful terrace. The atmosphere here is fun, lively, and warm, just like an authentic Mexican experience. There is an open-view kitchen, so you can witness the art of handcrafted tortilla making and much more. Don’t miss trying their guacamole and Ceviche Bakan.
Coconut Grove
Find a few more happy hour offers, this time in the Coconut Grove area.
Planta Queen
3015 Grand Avenue, Suite 201, Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
Planta Queen at Coconut Grove (just like Planta on South Beach) can offer you one of the best happy hours in Miami. Choose from Maki Mondays, half off all half-priced Sake every Tuesday, and Pour Decision Wednesday.
Don’t skip trying their phenomenal sushi, spring rolls, and dumplings.
Jaguar
3067 Grand Ave, Miami FL 33133
Happy Hour– 04:00 – 07:00 PM
Have you already checked Jaguar Restaurant offers for the Happy Hour in Coconut Grove, called “Hora Jaguar”? If you haven’t, make sure you do as soon as you can since it’s a perfect spot to hang out. Choose from a wide offer of drinks:
- All signature cocktails for $6 (Caipirinha, Mojito, Besos de Fresa, Mula Fresca)
- Wine selection for $5
- Beers for $4
- Sangria – Half Pitcher $8.50 and Full Pitcher $15
- Margarita – Half Pitcher $11 and Full Pitcher $20
All happy hour bites are $5:
- 3 Cheese Quesadillas
- Popcorn Shrimp Bites
- Mini Cheeseburger
- 1⁄2 portion Guacamole
- Ceviche Tostadas
Riviera Focacceria Italiana
Happy Hour– Monday to Friday 04:00 – 06:00 PM
You can enjoy delicious small plates for only 7$! Treat yourself with some Carciofi fritti (or fried artichokes if you prefer), or fresh calamari and shrimp you can dip in mouth-watering marinara sauce. Or you can go for Antipasto, a spectacular meal that combines Parma Prscioutto, Parmacotto, Parmigiano, and Taggiasca olives. These are only some of the options.
As for the drinks, you’re in for a treat as well. For only 5$ per glass, you can choose from Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir or Cabernet Sauvignon.
Truluck’s
Cocktail Hour– Thursday through Sunday 04:00 – 06:00 PM
In the lounge and on the outdoor terrace, relax by sipping one of their tasty cocktails. The best you can do is call the restaurant directly at (305)-579-0035 before you decide to go, and inquire about the special deals for the day.
Bulla Gastrobar
Happy Hour– Seven days a week 05:00 – 07:00 PM
If you feel like a bit of Spanish cuisine but with the staggering 50% off of their entire beverage menu, Bulla Gastrobar is the place. Spanish Margarita or Spanish Old Fashioned sure sound tempting.
Cantina la Veinte
Happy Hour– Thursday to Saturday 05:00 – 07:00 PM
On Fridays, you can enjoy an extra hour as the happy hour lasts until 8.00 PM. A perfect opportunity for a relaxed drink after work at a specially discounted price. Slashed, actually, in half!
The only stipulation is that the happy hour in Cantina la 20 is only valid at the bar area. But that’s where all the fun happens anyway, right?
Conclusion
There is no doubt you’ll find this selection of the best happy hours in Miami worth your time and money. And the selection will only grow bigger as there are other places that currently have no such offers but hope to introduce them again. One such place is Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. No matter if the Sun shines or if the rain falls, there is always a lot to do and discover. Enjoy; you’ve deserved it.
