Food Scene
smells great, always busy, but a bit pricey!
95 locals recommend
Las Vacas Gordas Argentine Steak House
933 Normandy Drsmells great, always busy, but a bit pricey!
Swaddee Thai Cuisine
115 E Aspen Aveauthentic thai!
Manolo
7300 Collins Avegreat Argentine popular chain..
Denny's
3600 Biscayne Blvdon the cheap or simply want american style food..
Burgers & Shakes
7401 Collins Avehungry for an american burger?
very very good Argentine food, and cheap for the area or anywhere..
47 locals recommend
Charlotte Bakery
1499 Washington Avevery very good Argentine food, and cheap for the area or anywhere..
try taco tuesdays or get the macho nachos and stupid sauce (xxxxx hote)
T-Mex Tacos Evolutionary Tex Mex
235 14th Sttry taco tuesdays or get the macho nachos and stupid sauce (xxxxx hote)
Merkado 31
216 71st St;)
Katana Restaurant
920 71st Stlooks amazing and strange..
Rouge
908 71st Stspecial night.? Romantic French bistro..
El kero Restaurant
7349 Collins Ave...
Fifi's on the Beach Seafood Restaurant
6934 Collins Avenuecasual spot with global seafood..
My class mate from grad school ALWAYS asks me if I ate here yet.. i have not but its across the street! i cook too much..
Cachita
1116 Normandy DrMy class mate from grad school ALWAYS asks me if I ate here yet.. i have not but its across the street! i cook too much..
Sazon Cuban Cuisine
7305 Collins Aveyour in miami...or are you in Cuba?
East Ocean
325 71st StAsian..
El Rancho Grande Cocina Mexicana
314 72nd St..
Mi Tierra Cafe and Restaurant
615 71st Stalways someone there..
El Tumi De Oro Restaurant
940 71st StPeruvian..
Mango Thai
946 Normandy Dri would try the other thai place...but not sure which is best..
Miami Beach Pizza
247 71st St..
Iron Sushi
840 Washington Avesushi
SABOR BRAZIL MIAMI
6616 Collins Avebrazil baby!
Los Perros
6995 Collins Avecolumbian
Juicy Gyros
6616 Collins Avegreek
reviews say its authentic Sicilian (de verdad).. I do not eat out much, but will try one day. I prefer cooking..
23 locals recommend
Gelato-go by Dolci di Sicilia
725 71st Streviews say its authentic Sicilian (de verdad).. I do not eat out much, but will try one day. I prefer cooking..
best option in south beach, cuban and local and where locals eat! 10$ eat like a king..
34 locals recommend
Playa Cafe
1515 Washington Avebest option in south beach, cuban and local and where locals eat! 10$ eat like a king..
Capri New Style Miami
924 71st Stargentine arcross the street..pizza etc
Sun Sushi Asian & Grill
1211 71st Stgreat thai; also sushi options too.
Little Brazil Miami Beach
6984 Collins Ave6984 collins..
Beijing Cafe
6950 Collins Avebest Chinese around here and very inexepensive: fast delivery too
Muncheez
6640 Collins Avereally great hamburgers
New Campo Argentino Steakhouse
6954 Collins Aveargentine steak house
IHOP
6928 Collins AveVery "American" and 24 hours open
Everything Else
open my door, and you are here, and in front of the bay super market is the bus stop that you get off from lincoln mall to here.
28 locals recommend
Bay Supermarket
909 Normandy Dropen my door, and you are here, and in front of the bay super market is the bus stop that you get off from lincoln mall to here.
Byron Carlyle Theater
500 71st StreetO cinema now, but right up the street..
not a dollar tree, but it has a lot of cheap stuff if you need something..
21 locals recommend
Family Dollar
1166 Normandy Drnot a dollar tree, but it has a lot of cheap stuff if you need something..
Navarro Discount Pharmacy
631 71st Stlittle bit of everything..
US Post Office
525 71st Stwant to send something home?
CVS
1421 Alton Rd24 hours
Walgreens
524 Jefferson Ave24 hours
George's Restaurant & Lounge
300 72nd StItalian...
Carillon Miami Wellness Resort
6801 Collins Ave..
Buenos Aires Bakery & Cafe
230 Collins Avefamous with long history..
Astrid & Stephanie
6772 Collins Avesnug bakery..
I Love Pizza - Miami Beach
7105 Collins Avenueso they say..
El Rey Del Chivito
6987 Collins AveUruguayan
Sandbar Lounge
near and less divey...
New York Bagel Deli
6546 Collins Ave..
O Cinema Miami Beach
500 71st Start films, special showings, unique movies and atmosphere
if you want an authentic experience with the most incredible sushi, then this is the place for you. Now I will warn you about a few things - making a reservation is absolutely and highly recommended as this place gets super swamped with individuals looking to try everything on the menu, as well as regulars. Showing up about 15 minutes before your reservation is also suggested, just in case. Since they are open only about 4 hours a day, coming in about 15 minutes before they open, would be your best bet and will guarantee you a table, as. Long. As. You. Already made a reservation. The woman running the place could seem a bit up tight - but just ignore it, she;s just trying to run the place and I am sure it gets a bit out of control with abundance of folks standing around. If you do happen to get there without a reservation, be prepared to wait, most likely at least an hour, but trust me it's well worth it. If you are stuck waiting - grab a Japanese beer, relax and wait your turn. It happened to me, but I didn't complain, especially after getting a table and tasting the incredible creations.
13 locals recommend
Japanese Market
1412 79th Street Causewayif you want an authentic experience with the most incredible sushi, then this is the place for you. Now I will warn you about a few things - making a reservation is absolutely and highly recommended as this place gets super swamped with individuals looking to try everything on the menu, as well as regulars. Showing up about 15 minutes before your reservation is also suggested, just in case. Since they are open only about 4 hours a day, coming in about 15 minutes before they open, would be your best bet and will guarantee you a table, as. Long. As. You. Already made a reservation. The woman running the place could seem a bit up tight - but just ignore it, she;s just trying to run the place and I am sure it gets a bit out of control with abundance of folks standing around. If you do happen to get there without a reservation, be prepared to wait, most likely at least an hour, but trust me it's well worth it. If you are stuck waiting - grab a Japanese beer, relax and wait your turn. It happened to me, but I didn't complain, especially after getting a table and tasting the incredible creations.
North Beach is my safe haven. It's what I come to Miami for. Not for the overhyped, ridiculously crowded South Beach. I escape to North Beach in order to enjoy the calming sound of the water and not be approached by club promoters every other second. The beaches are cleaner and there's more space for you to lay out.
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--A tourist's view: If you're looking for a "scene," as in tatas, clubs, and noise, then of course there is South Beach (which I thoroughly enjoyed as a much younger dude).
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If you're looking for something quieter, cleaner, and more secluded, then North Beach is the better option. Spanning from the lower 60s to roughly the 80s (along Collins Avenue), you'll have no shortage of places to pitch a tent to sunbathe, swim, or stroll along the coast. (Now, If you're wanting something REALLY quiet, then head further north, to Surfside and Bell Harbor, which also offer great beaches). Although the beach itself is nothing spectacular in NoBe, it happens to be extremely well kept, consistently clean, and runs for miles. You will not be disappointed.
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For those wanting physical recreation, there are bike rentals nearby (and several connecting paths that run all the way to Bell Harbor), as well as several entry points for kitesurfing and such. The boardwalk is fairly free of the typical traffic that one finds in South Beach, so you won't be constantly dodging pedestrians while biking or running.
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NoBe has enough hotels, restaurants, and general stores to satisfy all the amenities of a tourist, while also offering some local flavor (it happens to be "Little Argentina"). All the places that cater to tourists are situated along Collins, but in the blocks heading west, one will find no shortage of cafes and diners that cater to the various Spanish-speaking tongues.
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This is where the locals from the south go for some peacefulness from Sobe Miami. Well, tourists come here too! The norther you go - beach wise, you will find cleaner beaches, away from Sobe. Beach is always clean, parking is very close and make sure you take chairs and umbrellas for a wonderful day in the sun!
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Note to tourists: THIS IS NOT NORTH MIAMI BEACH, this is NORTH BEACH. North Miami Beach is around the 163rd St area and is not a beach or even near it.
That being said, the beaches of North Beach are some of the most beautiful I've seen and are always well maintained. Most stretches of the beach are pretty quiet and mainly a well kept secret of locals... However, it can get pretty crowded on holidays, but that's to be expected.
Just south of 65th there are some really cool pathways to explore but be prepared to see quite a few cats along the way.
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North Beach is soooo peaceful!!
When you are in the Miami area do not wish to deal wish the "flashiness" of South Beach.
North Beach is a great alternative for your family and very kid friendly. :-)
Great time!! Perfect for families!!
- Mom of 2 and wife
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I love my NoBe beach spot!!
There's never a crazy amount of tourists - even in high season. There's plenty of parking in the pay lot or on the street, if you get there early enough (around 10). Plus, the bums are just so friendly that they are willing to help you with the parking machine ;-). It's my favorite spot for a chill-under-the-umbrella day. The waves are a bit more rough (using that term loosely) than other areas of Miami Beach, but that makes it a tad bit exciting, right? I love the proximity of affordable breakfast, lunch, and dinner spots, just a block away along Collins. Not to mention Lou's Beer Garden, right around the corner.
----------------------------------------------North beach over south beach hands down! South beach gets all the press because it's party central! My ideal beach...pristine waters, white sand, a calm breeze and all the space in the world to soak in Mother Nature without having to worry about whether or not the drunk guy with the football 20 yards away is unknowingly aiming for your head or your significant other's head! North beach is just my cup of tea! And there aren't too many places in the USA where you can take a dip in mid February without having to wear a waterproof, cold resistant spacesuit! Not even sure if such a thing exists..------------
62 locals recommend
North Beach
North Beach is my safe haven. It's what I come to Miami for. Not for the overhyped, ridiculously crowded South Beach. I escape to North Beach in order to enjoy the calming sound of the water and not be approached by club promoters every other second. The beaches are cleaner and there's more space for you to lay out.
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--A tourist's view: If you're looking for a "scene," as in tatas, clubs, and noise, then of course there is South Beach (which I thoroughly enjoyed as a much younger dude).
-----------------------------------------------------------
If you're looking for something quieter, cleaner, and more secluded, then North Beach is the better option. Spanning from the lower 60s to roughly the 80s (along Collins Avenue), you'll have no shortage of places to pitch a tent to sunbathe, swim, or stroll along the coast. (Now, If you're wanting something REALLY quiet, then head further north, to Surfside and Bell Harbor, which also offer great beaches). Although the beach itself is nothing spectacular in NoBe, it happens to be extremely well kept, consistently clean, and runs for miles. You will not be disappointed.
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For those wanting physical recreation, there are bike rentals nearby (and several connecting paths that run all the way to Bell Harbor), as well as several entry points for kitesurfing and such. The boardwalk is fairly free of the typical traffic that one finds in South Beach, so you won't be constantly dodging pedestrians while biking or running.
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NoBe has enough hotels, restaurants, and general stores to satisfy all the amenities of a tourist, while also offering some local flavor (it happens to be "Little Argentina"). All the places that cater to tourists are situated along Collins, but in the blocks heading west, one will find no shortage of cafes and diners that cater to the various Spanish-speaking tongues.
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This is where the locals from the south go for some peacefulness from Sobe Miami. Well, tourists come here too! The norther you go - beach wise, you will find cleaner beaches, away from Sobe. Beach is always clean, parking is very close and make sure you take chairs and umbrellas for a wonderful day in the sun!
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Note to tourists: THIS IS NOT NORTH MIAMI BEACH, this is NORTH BEACH. North Miami Beach is around the 163rd St area and is not a beach or even near it.
That being said, the beaches of North Beach are some of the most beautiful I've seen and are always well maintained. Most stretches of the beach are pretty quiet and mainly a well kept secret of locals... However, it can get pretty crowded on holidays, but that's to be expected.
Just south of 65th there are some really cool pathways to explore but be prepared to see quite a few cats along the way.
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North Beach is soooo peaceful!!
When you are in the Miami area do not wish to deal wish the "flashiness" of South Beach.
North Beach is a great alternative for your family and very kid friendly. :-)
Great time!! Perfect for families!!
- Mom of 2 and wife
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I love my NoBe beach spot!!
There's never a crazy amount of tourists - even in high season. There's plenty of parking in the pay lot or on the street, if you get there early enough (around 10). Plus, the bums are just so friendly that they are willing to help you with the parking machine ;-). It's my favorite spot for a chill-under-the-umbrella day. The waves are a bit more rough (using that term loosely) than other areas of Miami Beach, but that makes it a tad bit exciting, right? I love the proximity of affordable breakfast, lunch, and dinner spots, just a block away along Collins. Not to mention Lou's Beer Garden, right around the corner.
----------------------------------------------North beach over south beach hands down! South beach gets all the press because it's party central! My ideal beach...pristine waters, white sand, a calm breeze and all the space in the world to soak in Mother Nature without having to worry about whether or not the drunk guy with the football 20 yards away is unknowingly aiming for your head or your significant other's head! North beach is just my cup of tea! And there aren't too many places in the USA where you can take a dip in mid February without having to wear a waterproof, cold resistant spacesuit! Not even sure if such a thing exists..------------
Drinks & Nightlife
On the Rocks Bar
217 71st Sta real dive bar, open all the time..
Always busy, and I was stopped by two italians driving by in a car looking for it: so, it must be good!
198 locals recommend
Cafe Prima Pasta
414 71st StAlways busy, and I was stopped by two italians driving by in a car looking for it: so, it must be good!
Shuckers Waterfront Bar & Grill
1819 79th Street Causewaywaterfront and seafood..
Makoto
9700 Collins AveJapanese..
Norman's Tavern
6770 Collins Avecloses 5am
fav local spot to watch heat games
“Lou's is one of those hidden gem's you hear about but rarely make it to unless your friend invites you.”
55 locals recommend
Lou's Beer Garden
7337 Harding Avenuefav local spot to watch heat games
“Lou's is one of those hidden gem's you hear about but rarely make it to unless your friend invites you.”
Shopping
Dolce Vita Gelato
954 Normandy Drseems popular..
Subway
2795 Collins Aveif your in the mood..
D'Bella
1700 79th Street Causeway.
La Perrada De Edgar
6976 Collins Avehamburger restaurant... creative Columbian hot dog joint..