Last Updated:
1/23/24
Miami, FL
Below is a list of the best places I would visit on a trip to this location. My picks fit my personality and interest. Everyone has a different interest so you may not like everything I listed which is fine. If you like a place, I recommend saving it to Google Maps for a future trip down the road. I made sure to include the address or GPS to make it easier to find. You can find out more about me in the "About Me" section to see if we share common interests.
Breakfast
The Salty Donut
50 NW 23rd St #112, Miami, FL 33127
Donut Flavors I Would Order
Brown Butter + Salt: Vanilla bean cake donut, brown butter glaze, topped with Maldon sea salt.
Strawberry Shortcake: 24hr Brioche Scooped Out and Filled with Layers of Strawberries & Chunks of Lemon Cake, Strawberry Glaze & Topped with Mascarpone Whipped Cream
Cookies + Cream: Vanilla Bean Cake Donut with Homemade Oreos Folded into the Dough, Vanilla Glaze & Topped with Crushed Homemade Oreos
S'Mores: 24hr Brioche Coated in Dark Chocolate & Crushed Graham Crackers with Torched Marshmallow Glaze
Hours:
Sunday to Thursday 7 am - 7 pm
Friday & Saturday 7 am - 10 pm
Order Online: Yes
Jan. Highlight: Try Ultimate Oreo Cookie Donut, Vegan Brioche Style Filled with Oreo Cookie Buttercream, Dipped in Vanilla Oat Milk Glaze and Topped with Crushed Oreos & Maldon Salt
B Bistro + Bakery
600 Brickell Ave #175, Miami, FL 33131
Sample Menu of What I Would Order
Croissant Loaf French Toast: Croissant Loaf, Berry Compote, Vanilla Cream, Strawberries, Raspberry Gel, Vanilla Crumble, & Powdered Sugar $22
Steak & Eggs: Braised Shortrib, Salsa Verde, Charred Scallions, Basil Mashed Potatoes, & Two Fried Eggs $33
Pastelito Pancakes: Cream Cheese Mousse, Guava Preserve, Brown Butter Maple, & Vanilla Crumble $22.00
Hours:
Monday to Friday 8 am - 4 pm
Saturday & Sunday 8 am - 4 pm
Order Online: No
If You Like Fancy Breakfast, Go Here
Activities
Zoo Miami
Stats
Largest and Oldest Zoo in Florida, Fifth Largest in the United States
The Only Sub-Tropical Zoo in the United States
750 Acres of Land
More than 500 Animal Species
General Admission Rates:
Adult - $22.95
Child(3-12) - $18.95
Parking - FREE
Event: Zoo Lights Miami - Select Nights Nov 25th to Dec 30th - Admission $20.95 adults; $18.95 child - More than One Million Bright & Dazzling Tree Lights - Brand New 26 ft tall LED Holiday Tree - Animal Appearances - Santa Claus - And More
12400 SW 152nd St, Miami, FL 33177
Hours (1.10.24):
Daily 10 am - 5 pm
March Highlight: Feast with the Beast ~ March 1st ~ Annual Premier Tasting Event, Where those 21+ can enjoy Delectable Cuisine from Miami's Finest Restaurants, Sip Exquisite Wine, Spirits, and Craft Beer, and Experience Up-Close Animal Encounters
Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Some Exhibits That Spark My Interest
Aquarium: Three Levels of Discovery, the 31 Foot Oculus Lens (Center Piece of Museum), Part of the Gulf Stream Tank Gives A Unique View of Sea Life
Planetarium: 16 Million Color 8k Projection with Surround Sound
Power of Science: Look at The Oceans, Environment, Human Body, and Universe as a Whole
Mammoths: Ice Age Giants
General Admission
Monday to Thursday
Adults: $29.95
Youth (4-11) $22.95
Friday to Sunday
Adults: $32.95
Youth (4-11) $24.95
1101 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
Hours (1.10.24):
Daily 10 am - 6 pm
Ultimate Dinosaurs: Meet a New Breed of Beast will Open Oct 8, 2022
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
The Most Iconic/Historic Building in Miami, the Vizcaya House was Built-in 1922, Occupied Along with Ten Acres of Formal Gardens
Admission:
Adult (over 13) $25.00
Child (6 - 12) $10.00
3251 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33129
Hours (1.10.24):
Closed Tuesday
Wed to Mon 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
HistoryMiami Museum
HistoryMiami Museum is the Largest History Museum in Florida.
Some Exhibits That Spark My Interest
Tropical Dreams: People's History of South Florida
It's a Miami Thing: The Best Pieces of Their Collection on Display
Upcoming Exhibit - CAPTURE: A Portrait of the Pandemic (August 5th, 2022 - Jan. 8th 2023)
General Admission (Online)
Adults: $15.00
Senior $10.00
Youth (6-12) $8.00
101 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33130
Hours:
Monday & Tuesday Closed
Wed to Sat 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday Noon - 5 pm
Food
LoKal
3190 Commodore Plaza, Miami, FL 33133
Hours (1.10.24):
Sun to Tues 11:30 am - 10 pm
Weds to Sat 11:30 am - 11 pm
Order Online: Yes
Sample Menu of What I Would Order
Frita By Kush Burger: Guava Jelly, Potato Stix, Bacon, Swiss, LoKal Sauce $19.00
Kush Cubano: Smoked Ham, Slow Roasted In-House Pork, Swiss Cheese, Kosher Mustard, & Pickles $18.00
Farm Style Chicken Sandwich: Crispy Chicken, Jack Cheese, Arugula, Avocado, BBQ, Whole Wheat Bun
Mama Bear's Chicken & Waffle: Crispy Cage-Free Chicken, Belgian Waffles, Bacon, Powdered Sugar, Sriracha Maple Syrup $19.00
LoKal Key Lime Pie: Graham Cracker, Pecans, Lime Zest, & Whipped Cream $11.00
Also, Check Out Kush Wynwood for Amazing Burgers Too
Yardbird Table & Bar
1600 Lenox Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
Sample Menu of What I Would Order
House Cured Pork Belly (starter): Compressed Peaches, Bacon Jam $22.00
Chicken & Waffles: Honey Hot Sauce, Chilled Spiced Watermelon, Vermont Sharp Cheddar Cheese Waffle, Bourbon Maple Syrup $42.00
Sweet Tea Braised Short Rib: Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Field Vegetables $42.00
Bourbon Bacon Chocolate Cake: Nutella Frosting, Bourbon Salted Caramel, Vanilla Ice Cream $25.00
Hours:
Monday to Thursday 11 am - 10 pm
Friday 11 am - 11 pm
Saturday 10 am - 11 pm
Sunday 10 am - 10 pm
Order Online: Yes
Some Say They Have Best Fried Chicken in the Country
Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop
2545 N Miami Ave Bay 1, Miami, FL 33127
Pie Flavor Samples From Menu
Key Lime: Voted Best in the Miami Area, Made from fresh, hand-squeezed key limes and a crushed graham cracker crust.
Chocolate Peanut Butter: Peanut butter filling made with creamy peanut butter, cream cheese and whipping cream filling, chocolatey Oreo crust, and topped with Nutter Butter cookies and Ghirardelli chocolate sauce.
Sundae: Funfetti cheesecake-based pie with a graham cracker crust, base of chocolate ganache and a layer of cut bananas, topped with fresh whipped cream, Golden Oreos, Maraschino cherries, sprinkles and chocolate caramel sauce.
Cookie Monster: Cheesecake-based pie, made with a chocolate chip crust and a layer of crushed oreo cookies and finished off with pralines, whipped cream, chopped chocolate chip cookies, caramel and Ghirardelli chocolate sauce.
Grasshopper: Chocolate Oreo crust, pie is made with a cool and minty-chocolate mousse filling and topped with crumbled Thin Mint cookies and Ghirardelli chocolate sauce.
Hours:
Monday to Friday 10 am - 11 pm
Saturday & Sunday 9 am - 11 pm
Order Online: Yes
They Also Have Cakes, Cheesecakes, Cookies, and Brownies
Places to Stay
FYI: The hotel prices are estimated and will most likely fluctuate since I looked them up on their website. I will keep them updated the best I can every three months. I look for the cheapest available room, usually a queen bed. I typically look at book rates two months in advance and in the middle of the month to get average rates. Reminder: It is an ESTIMATE
Loews Miami Beach Hotel
Located in Miami's Art Deco District, Right on the Beach
Dining: The Lure Fishbar, Award-Winning Seafood Serving Up Lobster Rolls, Red Snapper, Oysters, Sashimi, and Even Popular Bash Burger
Enjoy the Pool Life, the SOAK Experience is a Must, Eight State-of-the-Art Poolside Cabanas with Rooftop Sundecks, AC, Plush Furnishings, Personal Concierge Service, and Other VIP Amenities.
Doorbells with “Do Not Disturb” Buttons Accessible from the Inside of the Room
1601 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Estimated Cost for Weekend Night (without tax/fee)
King in Nov 22' - $654.33
King in Feb 23' - $749.00
King in Feb 24' - $839.00
The Ultimate South Beach Experience Starting Point
1 Hotel South Beach
A Very Environment-Friendly Hotel, Farm to Table, Furniture from Reclaimed Materials, and More Sustainable Stuff
Dining: Habitat - Reimagined Mexican Cuisine, Watr at the Rooftop - Sushi, 1 Beach Club - Mediterranean Fare, Plnthouse - Vegan Lovers, and The Sandbox - American Coastal Food
Two Oceanside Swimming Pools with more than 70,000 square-foot Deck Space. The 1 Rooftop Pool is Adults-Only
The Electric Audi e-tron is the House Car of 1 Hotel, Available for Use on First Come, First Served Basis
2341 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Estimated Cost for Weekend Night (without tax/fee)
King Bed in Nov. 22' - $739.00
King Bed in Feb 23' - $1913.00
King Bed in Feb 23' - $885
Pet Friendly Hotel
21 and up fun
Lincoln's Beard Brewing Co.
7360 SW 41st St, Miami, FL 33155
SAMPLE OF BEER MENU
P.Swayze IPA: IPA - American | 6.5% ABV | 60 IBU
Morning Glory: Blonde Ale | 5.2% ABV
Little Suzie's Realm of Chaos: Imperial Stout | 12.0% ABV
Scooter Guy: Imperial Fruited Sour | 9.0% ABV
Vanilla Demon Portal: Stout - Imperial/Double | 10.5% ABV
Pink Sunsets: Sour - Fruited; mango, dragonfruit | 5.5% ABV
Hours
Monday 4 pm - 11 pm
Tues & Thurs 4 pm - Midnight
Wed & Friday 4 pm - 1 am
Saturday Noon - 1 am
Sunday Noon - 9 pm
Tripping Animals Brewing Co.
2685 NW 105th Ave, Miami, FL 33172
SAMPLE OF BEER MENU
Hippo Hooray: IPA - Triple New England/Hazy | 10.0% ABV
High Sea Pink Lemonade: Sour - Fruited | 6.0% ABV
Who Loves Orange Soda?: Sour - Fruited | 6.0% ABV
No Mames: Lager - American Light | 6.0% ABV
Hours
Monday to Weds 4 pm - 10 pm
Thursday 4 pm - Midnight
Friday 4 pm - 1 am
Saturday Noon - 1 am
Sunday Noon - 6 pm
Jan. Highlight: Try The Queen Bee, DDH Double India Pale Ale
Food Menu is Available
Again these are just few of my picks that fit my personality and interest. If you feel that I left one-off that may interest me or other people, message me on Facebook about the location. I value a person's opinion and never just discard the information. Always looking forward to learning about new places to add to my Google Map. ~ Shawn
The Summary in Activities Uses OpenAI. (2024). ChatGPT (3.5) [Large language model]. https://chat.openai.com