Miami: dispelling myths about impeccable beaches and the whole truth about nightlife. City of the future. Nightlife Miami Best nightclubs in Miami
Miami is known for its glitz and glamour. On any given night you are guaranteed to find a place to enjoy a cocktail, listen to DJs and dance. Although many of them are closed and getting into them is not so easy.
Club LIV in Miami. Photo: LIV
LIV
A visit to this iconic club has already become a unique ritual in Miami. Most tourists coming to the city want to get here. The venue, listed as one of the best places to meet a celebrity in Miami, recently underwent a $10 million renovation and now features a massive LED spider designed by SJ Lighting owner Steve Lieberman, considered a light show genius.
Contact: 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 305-674-4680; livenightclub.com.
Ora Nightclub
This famous place is designed for 600 people and has a very strict entry system, which not everyone can pass through. If you want to get into this exclusive club, you must look 100% VIP. Ora, located in the former Adore nightclub, was named the best VIP lounge in Miami in 2017.
Contact: 2000 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 305-912-1010; oranightclub.com.
WALL Lounge
This beachfront venue offers an unforgettable light show, as well as performances from world-famous artists and DJs. Paris Hilton often likes to come here. The glamorous boutique lounge located at the W Hotel in South Beach is a celebrity hotspot.
Contact: 2201 Collins Ave.,Miami Beach; 305-938-3130; wallmiami.com.
Doheny Room at Delano
In 2017, the famous Los Angeles institution Doheny Room also decided to settle on the East Coast at the Delta boutique hotel in Miami Beach, captivating visitors with its unique design. The stylish Doheny Room in Delano is open Fridays and Saturdays with incredible colorful wallpaper, lighting fixtures, lush plants, memorable photography and plush velvet seating.
Contact: 1685 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 786-479-8128; sbe.com.
Story
This dance venue has everything from flashy laser shows to confetti, as well as performances by famous artists. It often hosts parties and awards ceremonies for radio stations in the city and state of Florida.
Contacts: 136 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 305-479-4426;storymiami.com.
Hyde Beach
The venue features a pool, beach, and indoor and outdoor party space - a total of over 740 square meters for dance and entertainment lovers. There is also a chic retro room inside, which is definitely worth paying attention to.
Contact: 1701 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 305-674-1701; sbe.com.
Saxony Bar
With a unique decor, this beach cocktail bar stands out from other bars on Miami's beaches. The establishment is located in the fabulous Faena Miami Beach Hotel, one of the best hotels in Miami. It's a glamorous, laid-back venue with live DJs and incredibly atmospheric design.
Contact: 3201 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 305-534-8800; faena.com.
Basement Miami
This is an amazing underground disco created by Ian Schrager of Studio 54. The establishment is equipped with an ice skating rink, a four-lane bowling alley and, of course, an atmospheric lounge. The best part is that entry to this place is practically unlimited. There was a time when the club was intended only for the rich and famous, who were given special badges giving the right to enter the establishment. Now anyone can get them, and with them special discounts on the entertainment offered by the establishment.
Contact: 2901 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 786-257-4548; basementmiami.com.
Nikki Beach
This luxury South Beach hotel boasts a fabulous oceanfront beach club, restaurant, garden café, and indoor club. A beach holiday here can be combined with live music and a pleasant lunch.
Orlando to Miami
Towards evening, we packed our suitcases, which had increased to four, loaded into the car and said goodbye to our father. Orlando is a city of lakes and Disneyland, malls and outlets, the city where my father lives... We walked to our hearts, relaxed and shopped for 5 years ahead. Goodbye Orlando, off to Miami!
We arrived in about 3 hours. On the way we made a stop at the Plaza. There are quite a lot of such plazas along the road, where you can refuel and have a snack.
Fort Lauderdale Clubs
We stayed in the neighboring town of Fort Lauderdale with a friend, which is 30 minutes away.
Upon arrival, we immediately went to the center of Fort Lauderdale, where we visited the local clubs and bars, of which there are over a hundred. There is no particular pathos in the establishments; there are a lot of young people who drink absolutely everywhere.
Among the places we visited we remember:
America's Backyard (100 Nugent Ave, FL 33312)
Cyn (111 SW 2nd Ave, FL 33301)
Vibe (301 E Las Olas Blvd, FL 33301)
Miami: beach and clubs
Miami and Miami Beach are two different cities, and if the first is a business city with its own business centers and houses, then the latter is an island where there are beaches, hotels, a promenade with cafes, drinking establishments and numerous clubs. Our friend took us here the next morning, having previously given us a ride past the places where large parties were planned that evening.
Having bought a swimsuit and sunglasses, we went to sunbathe and swim. Just like last time, I was looking forward to the beaches of Miami, imagining how there would be girls with size 3 bikinis and flat stomachs all around, and with them there would definitely be men with a 50-centimeter bicep and all 8 cubes. And just like last time, I saw a lot of tourists, a lot of Russians, the same as on any other beach. Eh...these are the stereotypes that American cinema instills in the human brain.
What else can be said about Miami Beach. This is a wide beach with palm trees and several streets parallel to it. There is a bar on a bar, a club on a club, cafes, a lot of tourists and a lot of young people. Some are walking, some are drinking, some are driving back and forth along Ocean Drive, showing off their cool cars.
Airplanes are constantly hovering in the air, pulling behind them huge advertising banners telling where the party will be today.
Prices in cafes and restaurants are Moscow prices. I highly recommend the Nikki Beach Club (1 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139), which is recognized as an icon of the daytime party along the coast for its legendary Sunday brunch with dancing, shows and bubbles.
After spending the whole day at the beach, we headed back to pack up and get ready to check out Miami's nightclubs for crazy stuff.
Last time I was at the Mansion, I remember there was good music, a huge dance floor and great Long Islands.
Well, let's get to start a party! In the morning, a friend immediately showed us LIV, the same Mansion and Space. She singled out the latter with great caution, warning that he was in a very dangerous area. Well...she was damn right, but more on that later.
So, we arrived at the Fontainebleau hotel, because... it is in it that the promoted LIV is located. It is considered to be the best club in Miami. By the way, it seems there is the same one in Monaco. Face control and dress code, in my opinion, are serious, everything is as it should be. In front of the entrance there is a square fenced off with ribbon, around which party-goers stand and wait to be chosen to go inside. We were noticed almost immediately and, presenting our Russian license, we entered without difficulty. Entrance cost $80 per person! Perhaps it’s only more expensive in the Bahamas. It always seemed to me that in a normal establishment you don’t have to pay for admission, well, apparently American policy is a little different. Club LIV consists of two floors: on the second there are lounge areas and a bar, on the first there is a dance floor, tables, another bar and a stage. High ceilings, great sound system, large room. Everything is very bright and enchanting, the people around are beautiful and well dressed. The DJ plays very high-quality techno, and girls dance next to him on stage, performing various shows. From time to time, fireworks and huge balls fly out, which people throw above their heads among themselves throughout the hall. Everything here seems to be filled with pathos and glamor. You feel like you're at a good party. The DJ seems to be dancing along with the vacationers, as if he senses what they need and doesn’t let them rest for a minute. The prices are, of course, atas. Not just Moscow ones, but I don’t even know which ones. They drank the Jägermeister first. I didn’t remember the exact price, because it was different everywhere, that is, at first they poured it for us for $39, at another bar for $44, and somewhere else for $50. It felt like they were looking at you and setting a price. I saw a bottle of champagne on the menu, ATTENTION, for $150,000!!! Guard!
Around 3, we realized that we needed to change the picture, and decided to see what kind of hot Space this was. After the car was parked and parking was paid, we were immediately offered magic pills for $10 from an African American who was riding around there on a bicycle. Having sent him further, we headed towards the entrance. $40 per person and we're inside. There are only 2 floors: on the first there is an incomprehensible hip-hop party, on the second there is tin. When you get up, you immediately see a crowd of people in glasses who are incredibly sick. The music is damn cool. Let's go dance! After dancing for a while, you begin to realize what kind of place this is. You pay attention to what is happening to whom, and when you find out that the establishment is open 24 hours, then in the end you realize that the club is full of crap. Now it’s clear where we ended up. The music and atmosphere are really conducive to dancing. But everyone rests differently, so if you find yourself here, I’ll write what you need to pay attention to. 1) Don’t let your drink out of sight, that is, if you put it on the bar counter and turned away, then forget about it, better take another one, in such hot places there are people who can easily add something bad to it or mix it with something bad. 2) If you come with a young lady, then be next to her, and if she needs to go to the toilet, then escort her and wait; near the toilets I have more than once noticed girls in prostration, whom some guy skillfully picked up and led with him. 3) There are a lot of hucksters, at some point it seemed to me that there were more of them than just partygoers, so be careful too. We started talking with some guys and very soon, almost everyone around knew that we were tourists from Russia. There were many offers from different people to go to another place, hotel, home, etc., etc. At some point, we got the feeling that they wanted to slip us something, add something to us, take us somewhere, or go out with us. The most vivid memories from this place are the music and the moments when explosive techno plays, a ball of smoke is released onto the dance floor, and we dance together, it feels as if we have flown somewhere far away and there is no one nearby. Actually, once again after releasing such smoke, I grab my girlfriend by the hand and simply run out of this fiend of hell. We quickly approach the car, and what do you think? Next, 4 guys of Latin American appearance come out and quickly follow us. We jump into a taxi and leave. Just fucked up. If you ever go to a space club, be careful, wear glasses and keep your mouth shut.
To be honest, after the cosmic beauties of California and the amazing program that the wonderful guys from near San Francisco gave us, I was mentally preparing for the fact that Florida and Miami would be more boring. Yes, here in February, like in Rostov-on-Don in June, there are a lot of palm trees, a luxurious sea - almost the Caribbean, amazing service (the USA, after all, was the first to invent this concept)... But still, this is not California. The first day here, in principle, my expectations were justified. But as soon as we reached downtown on Tuesday evening, leaving behind the beaches and resorts, I immediately realized that there was something to come here for. Miami can surprise you to the core even after California.
In general, the main reason we went to Miami (rather than staying in California for two weeks) was the desire to meet my dad's sister. Our family's past, alas, was not at all as smooth and brilliant as we would like. When I was born, my father was in his third marriage, my mother was in her second. I don’t have any sisters or brothers from both my mom and dad, but on my mom’s side I have a brother and sister, who are much, much older, and on my dad’s side there are three brothers and a sister. We communicated and communicate with the former, but I only vaguely knew about the existence of the latter. With the advent of Facebook, all people became closer, and somehow Olya, my dad’s sister, found me quite by accident, we started corresponding a lot, and on this trip to the USA, I decided to drop by Miami to meet her in person.
Now it’s difficult to tell everything that I would like to tell about Olya, our acquaintance and what happened before - I will definitely touch on this topic later. When traveling, there is usually less than a minimum amount of time to post, so let me better focus on downtown Miami this time, tell you briefly about what impressed me, why I proudly called it the city of the future, and why it would be worth each of you to come and see see the capital of Florida.
1. Alas, most, if you ask what Miami looks like, imagine snow-white beaches, a turquoise ocean, sexy lifeguards from American films of the 80s and small coastal houses with endless pubs, clubs, and disco. An image that Hollywood began to build back in the 70s. And yes, it is quite real, but what was described above is the town of Miami Beach, located on an island ten miles from Miami. The downtown of Florida's main city itself looks completely different - modern, rapidly developing, large, with dozens of skyscrapers. 
2. It took us 30, or even 40 minutes to get from Miami Beach to those parts. Crossing endless canals, on the banks of which real palaces and castles of celebrities and rich people from all over the world were built. Yes, there is also more than enough Russian property there :) 
3. We arrived in downtown Miami after sunset, and it literally amazed us with millions of lights, huge buildings, spacious green parks and endless pedestrian areas. 
4. This is exactly how I always imagined the city of the future - here at the head of everything is a person, a pedestrian, a resident. Everything has been done here for him. Luxurious embankments with glass skyscrapers immersed in greenery, without motor transport. 
5. No fences, partitions, barriers - everything is as open and accessible as possible. 
6. A city that looks more like a giant sanatorium or resort than what we are used to, and what Moscow or even New York is like. A million options for walking, bicycle rental, convenient and environmentally friendly public transport, which you subconsciously prefer to your own car. Because it's more convenient. 
7. Modern Miami is generally a very interesting phenomenon, quite bright to be called worthy of the attention of the world community. Local authorities are doing their best to turn their home and city into the largest cultural and business center throughout the country and even the world. They abolished the state tax, which is collected on every purchase in almost every American region, they created a favorable climate to attract investors - as a result, the entire center is brand new, brand new, beautiful, beautiful, full of brand new skyscrapers. There are even more construction sites here. In a few more years, Miami will probably have twice as many interesting things to do. Natural conditions only once again stimulate the attention of global corporations - there is eternal summer here: all year round the temperature here ranges from +19 to +32. A world famous resort is a stone's throw away. 
8. In the middle of all the modern newfangled buildings there is a cozy quarter of the old city with low houses, a huge number of cafes and restaurants. A gastronomic paradise - like almost everywhere else in America. 
9. The entire downtown is surrounded by overpasses of the light metro system - this is a fully automated system. Small carriages roll along the tracks, sometimes moving singly, and sometimes double or even triple. 
10. The carriages look like this, there is no driver inside, passengers can stand at the very beginning, at the windshield and admire the view “from the driver’s cabin”. Travel on the light metro is absolutely free, the cars can take you to any corner of downtown, they run very often - more than once every five minutes. The paths among the huge amount of greenery and skyscrapers seem something super futuristic. Sometimes I caught myself feeling that I was on the set of The Fifth Element. 
11. I will tell you many, many more interesting things about Miami, and show you dozens of photographs - the best of the several hundred that I have taken here over the past few days. The city is amazingly curious, here you want to photograph every corner, every brick in the building and tile on the path - everything is so interesting, revealing and cool! But everything has its time. 
We have very little time left in Miami - one tomorrow, Friday. Early on Saturday morning we board a plane to New York, where we will have a few hours to spare before a long flight to Sheremetyevo. It's already back to work on Monday.
It seems implausible. After such a long and eventful journey, Russia seems completely unreal. It was like we flew to New York in February and spent a whole month there, March and April were in California, and May and June were in Florida. Surely, it will be extremely difficult to end up in Moscow, where February has just ended...
But nothing. I hope that the impressions that this huge trip brought us will be able to warm our hearts until the next such voyage. I'm sure he won't keep you waiting for sure.
Miami is a true paradise for nightlife fans. When the sun takes a well-deserved rest, things are just beginning in nightclubs and bars! Doors open, bright lights come on, cocktails are mixed, and patrons, including many celebrities and the elite, flock to the nightclubs to have some fun. By the way, people relax here not only on weekends: the dance halls and cozy VIP sections are filled every night! Many famous people come to Miami specifically to have fun in local clubs, thanks to which the city's nightlife is shrouded in a flair of glamor and luxury.
The real pearls of this collection are “Fontainebleau” and the “LIV” club, a visit to which will leave a magical experience even for the most sophisticated party-goers!
This club is wildly popular, which has long gone beyond the United States. All inveterate party-goers know about this club, and a number of experts called it the leader in attendance among all the clubs in the world! Occupying a huge area (3000 sq. m.), this club is a truly vibrant mixture of the historical charm of the area and entertainment of a new format. Fashionable people, incredible fun, fiery music, a storm of emotions - this is a real little Las Vegas! The very stylish design and luxurious interior further enhance the admiration for this place. It’s very comfortable here: the club’s organizers have created all the conditions to ensure that the nightlife of the club’s visitors is truly exciting, vibrant and unique.
Nightclub "LIV" in Miami
Located at a bird's eye view, LIV boasts a variety of musical styles, a huge dance floor and three upscale bars. The club has a luxurious VIP area, which is recognized as one of the best in the world. If you want to get a truly unforgettable experience in one of the most amazing establishments on the planet, then be sure to visit LIV, which is located at Fontainebleau Hotel 4441 Collins Ave Miami Beach, FL 33141.
"Fontainebleau"
This is a kingdom of all kinds of entertainment near the South Beach. Imagine 22 acres of land, which, as conceived by the talented architect Morris Lapidus, became the Fontainebleau back in 1954. This place personifies the wonderful “golden era” of Miami. XX century, when world-class celebrities - Bob Hope, Marlene Dietrich and Jerry Lewis - were regular visitors to the bar. This establishment contains a dozen restaurants, bars and cafes, the menu of which will surprise even the most sophisticated! Fontainebleau offers its guests a modern approach to luxury, for which it regularly receives the most prestigious awards!
An amazing SPA center, two beauty salons, a gym, as well as banquet rooms, a night club, chic boutiques, a children's club, clean swimming pools and the highest class service - at Fontainebleau everything is designed to ensure that your pastime leaves only pleasant memories! On the territory of “Fontainebleau” there is a fashionable club “LIV”, which has become a fundamentally new word in the world of entertainment and parties!
Club "SET"
This nightclub is part of the world-famous corporation “The Opium”, which has become famous for its ability to organize cool parties on a global scale. If you are bored with ordinary clubs and decide to visit an unusual establishment, go to the “Set” club. Here you will find a chic interior in the Hollywood style of the 30s and 40s of the last century, as well as a lot of pathos, old school, design solutions, individual atmosphere and stars. Vintage glamor appears in all its splendor - luxurious fabrics, luxurious leather and artifacts create a stunning feeling of expensive vintage. As for the main bar, it is made in the form of an amazing crystal element that resembles a prism.
The stylish VIP room most often hosts incendiary corporate parties and private family celebrations. Celebrities like to celebrate their birthdays at this club: Britney Spears, Dave Navarro, Spike Leigh and Julia Stiles have all had fun here.
Nightclub "SET" in Miami
Another relaxation area is the “Trophy Room,” whose task is to provide exquisite relaxation, maximum comfort and privacy for special guests. The interior of this area brings to mind a magnificent library full of exclusive publications. By the way, if anyone is interested in what is happening on the dance floor, you can always look through a special built-in window. The lounge will, among other things, surprise guests with luxurious awards, luxurious trophies and fantastic details, and when it comes to musical tastes, they will be satisfied with the magnificent Funktion One sound system. And don't forget about the visual effects: interesting projected light beams can turn a room into a fantastic place! You can visit the club at: 320 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach.
Club "Mansion"
Those who prefer a luxurious holiday should definitely visit the Mansion nightclub. In addition to the magnificent interior, which includes amazing staircases, Venetian mirrors, beautiful fireplaces, incredible chandeliers made of small crystals and luxurious furniture, this club is famous for the fact that it often hosts super parties organized by such stars as Lil Kim, P. Diddy and etc. In addition, famous rock musicians and hip-hop stars often perform here. If you look into the bar, do not be surprised by the influx of schoolgirls: this is the uniform in which the waitresses serve guests. The club is located in the French Casino building, which was built back in 1936. Club address: 1235 Washington Avenue, Miami.
W-hotel and club "Wall"
Located on the beach in one of the most prosperous areas of Miami Beach, the W Hotel attracts partygoers with a club that has become popular almost immediately after opening. The “Wall” club, whose owners invited the owners of the best clubs in the city to create it, is known for its unusually sexy atmosphere: clubbers liked it so much that the club immediately became ultra-fashionable and literally a must-visit for anyone who considers himself an avid party-goer. The club is located at: 2201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139. .
Mokai Club
"Mokai" is another club that belongs to the famous group "The Opium". The spirit of different centuries and generations is intricately intertwined in it: the Renaissance coexists with ultra-fashionable design, and this juxtaposition looks very harmonious. Black lacquered walls, bright red luxurious sofas, interesting designer candelabra and floral decorations on the ceilings - it is not surprising that this place has charmed even such inveterate party-goers as Cameron Diaz, Tom Cruise, Lenny Kravitz and many others. Club address: 235 23rd st Miami, FL 33139.
Mokai in Miami
Club "Delano"
This club, located in a famous hotel, is loved by many movie stars, as well as top models. The hotel is part of the legendary chain of designer hotels by Ian Schrager - Morgans Hotel Group. Built in 1995, it is famous for its unusual stylish interiors, designed by the world famous Philippe Starck. The Delano Club is considered one of the most stylish and fashionable hotels on the coast. Located near the restaurants, boutiques and nightlife of Lincoln Road, the club enchants guests with a wonderful tropical oasis atmosphere and a surreal Art Deco flair. Visit the club at 1685 Collins avenue, Miami Beach.
Casino-hotel "Hard Rock"
The international chain of cafe-bars “Hard Rock” is known far beyond America. And their logo - a huge electric guitar that seems to be floating above the building - is enough to see once to remember for the rest of your life. At Hard Rock, where the atmosphere typical of this chain reigns, guests can not only fight with “one-armed bandits”, but also have fun at the card tables, admire the chic collection of musical memorabilia that rock stars donate to the establishment, and even admire the spectacular light and water show. By the way, the relics really live up to their name: among them you can see autographed guitars, rare photos, etc. The hotel is represented by three huge buildings, each of them has slot machines, tables for board games, SPA centers, restaurants and hotel rooms - in in general, all the pleasures at once! There is also a huge swimming pool, where cool music shows and concerts are often held. You can enjoy all the delights of the Hard Rock Casino Hotel at: Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood FL 33314.
Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino
Gulfstream Park and Casino is an iconic and historically important venue for the United States: established in 1939, it still plays a huge role in the history and development of horse racing. However, even if you are not interested in racing, racetracks, horse racing and the excitement of betting, still be sure to visit this luxurious place. Gulfstream Park and Casino is considered a truly elite place and by visiting it you will spend time with taste and pleasure. Wonderful dishes, exquisite wines from different countries, freshly brewed beer of the best varieties - all this awaits every guest here. Do you want to have fun at the casino, dance or try your luck at the racetrack? Welcome to Gulfstream Park and Casino! By the way, bets in this unusual place can reach $100 million! If you prefer quiet walks, enjoy the nature and views of this place. And be sure to check out the stores - only the best are presented here! Address: 901 S Federal Hwy, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009.
Night club "Nocturnal"
The ultra-fashionable nightclub Nocturnal is extremely popular among both local and visiting partygoers. And this is not surprising. Imagine a three-story club, each floor of which is lovingly equipped with the most modern and high-tech sound equipment! Here you can not only dance to your heart's content and have a good time, but also enjoy the magnificent and very diverse light and sound special effects. In Miami, it is considered the most rapidly developing club. This place is perfect for those who are used to having fun only in the best places. The nightclub is located at 50 Northeast 11th Street, Miami.
Night club "Space"
This club is rightfully considered one of the coolest not only in the state of Florida, but throughout America. There are fashionable DJs, a great atmosphere, popular music and always a good mood. By the way, popular DJs Ivano Bellini and Cedric Gervais set the mood and excitement here - first-class house literally explodes the dance floor! And for fans of cool hip-hop there are DJs Ramadas and Cardi. Unforgettable unique melodies are what fans and visitors to the club appreciate. The Space club is also known for being pampered with the attention of such world-class stars as Paul Van Dijk and Roger Sanchez. Overall, if you want to have a blast, head to 34 NE 11th Street.
Night club "Space"
You've probably heard a lot about nightlife, club parties and dance music in Miami without us. Therefore, briefly and to the point - passwords and appearances of clubs and similar establishments in Miami. The order of the list is unbiased, draw your own conclusions.
Amnesia
136 Collins Ave., Miami Beach - www.amnesiamiami.com - $$$
A holy place is never empty. The club, which was closed in the early 90s, was revived, replacing the popular ones that lost in the confrontation with local residents Opium Garden and Privé. The new Amnesia now has a roof that keeps decibels inside and humidity percentages outside. Overall, one of the rare fairly democratic clubs in Miami.
Cameo
1445 Washington Ave., Miami Beach - www.cameomiami.com - $$
The tenth reincarnation of the former cinema is only getting prettier over the years. Atmospheric. House on Fridays, hip hop on Saturdays.
LIV
4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach - www.livnightclub.com - $$$$
Mega, super, the very best - the most common epithets that you will hear addressed to LIV. Celebrities - recognizable and not so recognizable, drinks - extremely strong, outfits leave little to the imagination. The queue for the toilet is of the “look at people and show off” kind of line.
Mansion
1235 Washington Ave., Miami Beach - www.mansionmiami.com - $$
Luxury, Venetian mirrors, chandeliers and fireplaces. An unexpectedly modest dance floor, ruled by very immodest names - Steve Aoki, Dirty South, David Guetta, Avicii, Carl Cox, Nic Fanciulli, Joris Voorn.
Mokai
235 23rd St., Miami Beach - www.mokaimiami.com - $$
VIP lounge all over Miami. With passwords, single file and whispers.
Mynt Ultra Lounge
1921 Collins Ave., Miami Beach - www.myntlounge.com - $$$
Pathetic and pretentious. Wear everything fashionable at once. Don't forget to pull in your stomach.
Set
320 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach - www.setmiami.com - $$$
The club is run by the face from the cover of CQ and the son of Foreigner's Mick Jones. The audience matches. The interior recreates the glamor and luxury of Hollywood of the 30s. Leather, wood, glass, antiques and elevators with go-go girls.
Space
34 NE 11th St., Miami - www.clubspace.com - $$
An atypical place in the plastic monotony of the Miami club scene. Located in downtown, three floors with an open roof terrace, music - industrial/progressive, 24-hour liquor license. You shouldn’t arrive before 3 a.m.; don’t plan anything for the whole next day either. A break from the “survival of the fittest” category.
WALL
2201 Collins Ave., Miami Beach - www.wallmiami.com - $$$
Boutique-lounge mix, pardon my Russian.
Nikki Beach
1 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach - www.nikkibeachmiami.com - $$$
Sunday afternoon. Exhausted from club weekends, bodies get hungover and work on their tan. Sofas, hammocks, sand, cocktails and house music. The quintessential South Beach lifestyle.
More lounges:
Bardot— www.bardotmiami.com
Coco de Ville— www.gansevoortmiamibeach.com/coco-deville
Clevelander— www.clevelander.com
FDR— www.delano-hotel.com
Also - live music:
The Stage- thestagemiami.com
Jazid— www.jazid.net
Grand Central- www.grandcentralmiami.com
For true connoisseurs of electronic music:
Electric Pickle- electricpicklemiami.com
And finally, a couple of tips. VIP bracelets with passes to the club, which a nimble boy or a curvy girl gave you with a conspiratorial look on the street or on the beach, do not work! Passes or coupons received as a gift or as a bonus at the hotel do not work! At best, you will stand out in style in the company of the same poor fellows at the tail of a long queue. The rules are the same everywhere - “I wore everything fashionable at once”, “flying gait”, guestlist, etc. Mixed groups and early birds are easier. If you don’t like the first, and the second didn’t work out, no one has canceled the good old bottle service. Calculation: one bottle for two or three people.
