Um...where's the entrance?

Nestled in Miami's up-and-coming Wynwood neighborhood on 34th and N. Miami Ave, there is no fancy entrance or line around the block or any real big bruhaha extravaganza letting you know you've arrived at an awesome location. Instead, look for the "red awning" in the alley, knock on the door and in you go to Miami's newest hot spot - Bardot.

Last night StrictlyMIA and I had a chance to venture over to the grand opening of this new lounge filled with plush couches, a pool table, pinball machines and the type of decorative items you find at a thrift store and think, "where can I put that?" The vibe was chill (the manager walks around in a kimono with burning incense and jams on the drums with patrons), the drinks cheap (had 6 AWESOME, quality beers, tab $30), and the music...well, it was spectacular (no Party in the USA by Miley...THANK GOD). Oh...and I forgot to mention, opening night included an appearance by designer Richie Rich and resulted in some random getting naked for a free trip to LA. Gotta love Miami. Overall - my new fave place. Enough said.

Check it out:
34th North Miami Ave
Park in the alley and look for the awning

Cheap drinks till 2 AM and not at a Dive Bar? Tell me more...

Forget the smokey bar scene, this week's best "hump day" happy hour is happening at the River Lounge. Located at the Epic Hotel in Brickell, the new lounge will be hosting a soft-opening on Wednesday, March 25th from 4 PM to 2 AM with discounted drinks for those that RSVP to the event.

This newcomer to the Miami happy hour/nightlife scene promises to be Miami chic with its towering windows and schnazzy décor (including a circular bar, balcony, and cozy spots). Oh, and wait…a patio allowing us to brave the humidity for romantic, wind-blowing in your hair dates or the oh-so-sexy (or not-so-sexy) smoke. Offering both classy and adventurous drinks as well as yummy delicacies with a bar menu from restaurant Area 31, we think River Lounge is on its way to becoming the next “it” place. Sigh...a new place with a nice ambiance.

Plus, with cheap drinks running till 2 AM (FYI a ploy to lure us….which works), those cozy spots seem just right for a drunken make-out session for those whose happy hours end up being more than just an hour. Here's to a happy hump day!

Some details
Address: Epic Hotel, 270 Biscayne Blvd. Way
Date: March 25th
Time: 4 PM to 2 AM
RSVP: 305-698-2384