OT - Orange Bowl / Miami Things to do
Some people had mentioned a few things in the Parking / Tailgating thread, but I thought this would be a good place to post any must-see or must-eat places in South Florida for people coming to town for the Orange Bowl aside from the obvious places that people think of like South Beach.
December 7th, 2016 at 4:27 PM ^
Just stay out of Collier County, though. Ray Finkle lived there. Saw the guy's room.
It's....cozy, if you're Hannibal Lecter.
December 7th, 2016 at 3:10 PM ^
December 7th, 2016 at 2:49 PM ^
I go down there for work quite a bit. There's tourist things to do obviously. Some of the things I've done is
Things to do and places to go
Ft Lauderdale Park - Good running trails/hiking
Pampano Park - more running/hiking areas.
drive down into the keys. This can be a lengthy trip depending on how far down you want to go.
Everglades Airboat Tours. There are plenty of these, but I took my family on the this one. It's ran by the Gator Boys. https://www.evergladesholidaypark.com/
South Beach. It's expensive to eat. Parking is limited and about $20 if you find the right spot.
The beach. I personally prefer Fort Lauderdale Beach as it's less packed. January though it may not be the nicest place to visit. it'll be warm, but not beach weather likely.
Lion Country Safari: Drive through safari and walk through zoo
Oleta River State Park: Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Camping
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park: more camping/kayaking etc...
Bonnet House
Stranahan House
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
Fun primarily for kids
Funderdome
Zoo Miami
Miccosukee Indian Village
Miami Sequarium
Jungle Queen Riverboat cruise
Miami Childrens Museum
Shopping:
Galleria Mall
Pembroke Gardens
Bal Harbour Shops
Gulf Stream Park and Shoppes
Brewhouses:
Funky Buddah
Mack House
LauderAle
Hollywood Brewing Co
SaltWater
M.I.A Beer Company
Due South Brewing Co
Copperpoint Brewing Co
World of Beer
Nightlife/Bars
Hard Rock Casino
Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino
Round Up (Country)
Harrisons Wine Bar
Laser Wolf
mcSorely's Beach Pub
mango's
Food:
If you want to drop some serious coin, go to Joes Stone Crab. It isn't cheap, but it's good and a block or so over from South Beach.
Blue Moon Fish Co
Stout
Tap42
YOLO - can get pricey
YardbirdS Southern Table and Bar
Baton G Restaurant
DIRT
4 Rivers Smokehouse - amazing BBQ
Coffee Shops - Be sure to find some authentic Cuban Coffee. Talk about a jolt!
Warsaw Coffee Company
BREW urban Cafe
Undergrounds Coffeehaus
The Alchemist
That's all I can think of off the top of my head. Those places all range from Miami to Fort Lauderdale.
December 7th, 2016 at 3:02 PM ^
Can't leave out Panther Coffee
December 7th, 2016 at 3:11 PM ^
Bare Necessity, 9100 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, 33156, 305-670-2373
Beach House Cabaret, 255 Sunny Isles Blvd, Sunny Isles Beach, 33160, 305- 948-3087
Bella's Cabaret, 885 SE 14th St, Hialeah, 33010, 305-887-1550
Bikini Bar, 7309 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, 33141, 305-720-5431
Black Diamonds, 17450 Biscayne Blvd, N. Miami Beach, 33160, 786-955-9503
Booby Trap Doral, 5325 Nw 77th Ave, Miami, 33166, 305-477-2176
Bottoms Up, 5655 SW 8th St, Miami, 33135, 305-264-4551
BT's Gentlemen's Club, 5922 S Dixie Hwy, South Miami, 33143, 305-663-4567
Catwalk Cabaret, 2050 Ne 151st St, Miami, 33162, 305- 948-9191
Club Climaxxx, 12001 NW 27th Ave, Miami, 33167, 305-685-7408
Club Madonna, 1527 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, 33139, 305- 534-2000
Club Pink Pussycat, 3900 Nw 36th St, Miami, 33142, 305- 633-4000
Coco's Lounge Living on the Edge, 1430 NW 119th St, Miami, 33167, 305-688-5005
Dean's Gold, 2355 Ne 163rd St, North Miami Beach, 33160, 305-956-5726
E11even Miami, 29 Ne 11th St, Miami, 33132, 305- 829-2911
Foxxy Lady Lounge, 1800 NW 79th St, Miami, 33147, 305-681-5032
G5ive, 337 N.W 170th Street, Miami, 33169, 305-917-4548
King Of Diamonds, 17800 NE 5th Avenue, Miami, 33169, 305-999-9500
Lipstix, 13045 Sw 87th Ave, Miami, 33176, 305- 256-9100
Mint Lounge, 2510 NW 187th St, Miami, 33056, 305-624-8876
Pink Pony, 7971 NW 33rd St, Miami, 33122, 305-513-3780
Playmates Club, 3875 Shipping Ave, Miami, 33146, 305- 446-8346
PT'S Showclub, 7565 W 20th Ave, Hialeah, 33014, 786- 953-7374
Rol-Lexx, 12001 Nw 27th Ave, Miami, 33167, 305- 685-7408
Secrets Gentlemen Club, 11340 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, 33181, 786-558-8096
Showgirls, 19995 S Dixie Hwy, Cutler Bay, 33157, 305- 255-7474
Stir Crazy, 12425 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, 33156, 305- 233-4432
Stonewall Lounge, 1795 W Okeechobee Rd, Hialeah, 33010, 305- 885-2739
Take One Lounge, 333 NE 79th St, Miami, 33138, 305-751-9313
The Body Club, 11340 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, 33181, 305-895-8737
The Trap Lounge, 13690 NW 7th AVE, Miami, 33168, 305-681-1756
Tootsie's Cabaret, 150 Nw 183rd St, Miami, 33169, 305-651-5822
Vivid Live Gentleman's Club, 7020 Nw 72nd Ave, Miami, 33166, 305-863-7117
December 7th, 2016 at 3:19 PM ^
this is a list of local libraries
December 7th, 2016 at 3:37 PM ^
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December 7th, 2016 at 4:03 PM ^
when you want to ponder a couple of things
December 7th, 2016 at 5:14 PM ^
We're taking the kids, so your thorough list is much appreciated. Also staying in Fort Lauderdale.
I laughed at "not beach weather". You must not be from Michigan. If it's 68 degrees, we're on the beach!
December 7th, 2016 at 6:33 PM ^
Usually get down once a year or every other year. Will put those on my lists. Much Appreciated! Visit my parents in Sarasota then drive down for the weekend in Miami.
December 7th, 2016 at 7:16 PM ^
December 7th, 2016 at 8:44 PM ^
Cosign on Yardbird. Great little spot on Lenox.
Also for OP: If you're into "art", hit up Wynwood. It's trendy graffiti meets meets a little bit of high-end retail.
December 7th, 2016 at 2:50 PM ^
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December 7th, 2016 at 2:51 PM ^
Avoid the Bay Harbor Butcher.
December 7th, 2016 at 3:36 PM ^
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December 7th, 2016 at 3:41 PM ^
He was the Bay Harbor Butcher.
Man, I miss that show.
December 7th, 2016 at 2:51 PM ^
I spent six months in Miami for work a couple years ago. I do not miss it. Wynwood is a cool artsy neighborhood with fun restaurants and bars and the Grove is one of the few walkable neighborhoods that is worth a look as well. However, expect horrific traffic and the dumbest/least intuitve drivers that you'll likeyl come across.
December 7th, 2016 at 2:59 PM ^
Seattle is pretty awful when it comes to drivers. But otherwise agree. If you like interesting, artsy vibe- Wynwood is the place to go. I'd uber and avoid driving altogether.
If you're into clubs and what not then there are tons of options in Miami.
I don't have any specific recommendations other than one strange club i went to that has a dance floor, bowling alley and ice skating area too.
December 7th, 2016 at 3:07 PM ^
tells me that it is rare for a person who is willing to travel long distances to go to a Michigan football game to also be into the Miami club scene. Maybe there is some overlap, but I am not guessing all that much.
December 7th, 2016 at 3:54 PM ^
I'm a rare bird! ;-) But true..
I pretty much don't love clubs per se, but i do enjoy a place with good music, some dancing, but you can still be social- which is why I usually just go out in Fort Lauderdale, not usually Miami. For Miami- definitely Wynwood, and to a lesser extent Brickell. Tap 42 is also a good chill spot.
My favorite spot in Fort Lauderdale is Riverside Market Cafe. It's super cool, great for a variety of beers- and a decent looking crowd too. It's a little remote, but definitely worth it.
December 7th, 2016 at 5:02 PM ^
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December 7th, 2016 at 5:37 PM ^
Sold out in less than a day
December 7th, 2016 at 11:44 PM ^
Would have made it to Genesis in Ft Lauderdale if it had been on New Year's Eve.... alas it's on the 1st.
December 7th, 2016 at 3:07 PM ^
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December 7th, 2016 at 3:43 PM ^
It depends on what you're looking for when you say "overrated". If you are looking for beautiful women, there probably isn't another city in the world (per capita) that has the talent of Miami.
Wynwood, Coconut Grove (although locals will tell you the Grove is overrated), Coral Gables, or Brickell--mostly everyone will find something to their liking in one of those neighborhoods.
Also, you can have a great time in Miami without ever going to South Beach. I'd recommend avoiding it entirely.
December 7th, 2016 at 2:52 PM ^
Dolphins vs Pats at 1, Heat vs. Pistons at 6 if anyone is staying through the 1st.
December 7th, 2016 at 2:53 PM ^
Vizcaya is pretty cool to go visit and walk the grounds.
December 7th, 2016 at 2:56 PM ^
You must go to Yardbird. Fried chicken that will change your life.
December 7th, 2016 at 3:24 PM ^
From what I hear there is no shortage of chicas.
December 7th, 2016 at 3:27 PM ^
Yeah, I'm going to go all Jordan Spieth/Rory McIlroy and sit out the Zika bowl this year. Good luck and Baba Booey to y'all!
December 7th, 2016 at 4:03 PM ^
that just means more Zika for the rest of us!
December 7th, 2016 at 3:28 PM ^
by that McDonald's.
December 7th, 2016 at 3:34 PM ^
December 7th, 2016 at 3:49 PM ^
I hear you can party in the city where the heat is on, all night on the beach til the break of dawn.
Also I hear the base and the sun set low.
December 7th, 2016 at 4:12 PM ^
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December 7th, 2016 at 4:25 PM ^
While the ground is at sea level, the music also is bumping :)
December 7th, 2016 at 3:59 PM ^
Homestead raceway experience.
December 7th, 2016 at 4:08 PM ^
Take the 2 hour drive south to Ziggie's & Mad Dog's. It was owned by Jim Mandich and has great food, and a winged helmet prominently displayed in the bar. Islamorada is a nice little town too, and worth the trip.
December 7th, 2016 at 4:10 PM ^
Yardbird in Miami Beach is a great Southern restaurant that I highly recommend.
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http://www.thewynwoodwalls.com
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December 7th, 2016 at 5:03 PM ^
I'm from Miami and live here now. What you should do depends on where you stay -- the traffic is real and the driving is as terrible as others have suggested.
If you're staying in Dade then hit up Wynwood, eat at Zak the Baker (or Kush I guess) and walk around. Then uber down a couple of miles and go to La Carreta in Little Havana for cuban coffee and food. All the other touristy stuff (Everglades, Zoo, Fairchild Gardens) is too far away or lame so just be like everyone else and relax at the beach. And while South Beach may sound played out, the girls (and guys I guess) really are phenomenal to look at...better in the summer once all the tourists leave but still pretty nice. If you're into clubs do your research first.
If you're staying in Broward then Ft Lauderdale is all there is (except Sawgrass Mills outlet mall I guess). Somewhat of a more chill hangout than Miami just far whiter and not as hip. I suggest Tom Jenkins for BBQ and Jaxson's ice cream.
If you're staying in North Dade or South Broward then all you can do is hang out at the beach, go to the Aventura mall, or play golf.
Oh, and if you're into strip clubs ignore that massive list from the poster above and just go to Tootsie's.
December 7th, 2016 at 5:04 PM ^
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December 7th, 2016 at 5:40 PM ^
Tuto's is really good. Little off the beaten path if staying in Miami
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December 7th, 2016 at 7:26 PM ^
December 7th, 2016 at 6:05 PM ^
Things to do in Miami.
Strip clubs, cocaine, visit thong filled beaches, make rap CD with Luke or Rick Ross
December 7th, 2016 at 7:00 PM ^
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