From a new Happy Hour omakase tasting at Uchi in Wynwood to alfresco sunsets at ADRIFT Mare in Brickell, check out this round of South Florida’s hottest new happy hours to stay cool this summer.
Uchi Miami
Wynwood’s Uchi is the art district’s go-to destination for elevated Japanese cuisine. Its all-new happy hour, launched just in time for summer, features floral and fruity cocktails, plus discounted hot and cool tastings, temaki, okashi, nigiri and an eight-course omakase tasting from the skilled sushi chefs. Delight in the chilled Suzuki Crudo ($14.50), with striped bass, tomato zu and toasted bread furikake; Walu Walu ($9.50), with oak-grilled escolar, candied citrus and yuzupon; and Suika Temaki ($9), with watermelon, mint and yuzu kosho aioli. Pair with 50% off all bubbles, $8 wine glasses, $10 Highball, $7 Monopolio beer and $9 Tsukinowa sake. Happy hour is available daily from 5-6:30 p.m.
ADRIFT Mare
ADRIFT Mare is a Mediterranean oasis nestled within the elegant confines of Hotel AKA Brickell in Miami. Crafted under the guidance of Michelin-starred “Gypsy Chef” David Myers, this culinary sanctuary graces the hotel’s 25th floor, offering captivating views of Biscayne Bay. From 5-8 p.m. Monday through Friday, ADRIFT Mare welcomes guests to a Sunset Lounge Happy Hour featuring $12 craft cocktails, $8 beers, $12-$14 wines by the glass, and $4-$10 snacks and bites. Sip the summery Strawberry Kush, made with vodka, strawberries, shiso, sichuan and sparkling water, or La Tropical beer, a Vienna-style lager from Key West. Guests can snack like they’re on the Greek Isles or Italian Coast with the Mezze Plate ($8), served with olives, hummus, fava spread, grissini and aged cheese; Mortadella & Rosemary Focaccia ($8); or Grilled King Prawns with Espelette Pepper Oil ($10).
Arlo Wynwood
Higher Ground at Arlo Wynwood is Wynwood’s go-to bar for affordable American eats, beers and cocktails set in a lush, foliage-framed courtyard on the boutique hotel’s third floor. With scenic views of Wynwood, the indoor-outdoor oasis is a quaint spot to hang out with the crew in a friendly ambiance. Come for Lucky Hour, Thursday through Saturday from 5-7:30 p.m., for $5 beers, $10 specialty cocktails, $8 wines by the glass, and the Happy Meal ($12), a cheese pizza and draft beer combo. Downstairs, the Lobby Bar serves up its own Lucky Hour from 4-7 p.m. daily, featuring the Lobby Bar Happy Meal ($12) with truffle fries, Arlo’s signature fortune cookie and the Peachy Pride cocktail, made with Tito’s vodka, Blue Curaçao, lime and Red Bull Yellow Edition. Linger at the Lobby Bar on Friday evenings from 7-10 p.m. for the free Sextou! Live Jazz.
The Canvas Bar
The Canvas Bar, Edgewater’s premier hangout haven, is a one-stop-shop for quality comfort cuisine, creative cocktails and vintage arcade games. Every Tuesday through Friday from 5-7 p.m., guests can indulge in happy hour drink specials at this newly opened hot spot. Enjoy $5 draft beers, like La Tropical and Peroni, and non-draft options, like Corona and Miller Light. $6 wine options are also available, including Cin & Cin Prosecco, La Vis Pinot Grigio, Bonanza by Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon and Masi Bonacosta Valpolicella. Take advantage of these specials in the indoor dining area with nautical-inspired decor and vintage arcade games (like Pac-Man and Space Invaders) or on the outdoor patio beneath ambient string lighting.
The Balfour Hotel
Located in the vibrant South of Fifth neighborhood, The Balfour Hotel offers a range of meticulously curated menu items and expertly crafted cocktails from Chef Antony Awak and lead mixologist Alberto Montesino. The hotel has introduced a new happy hour, available at the lobby bar, Monday through Thursday from 5-7 p.m. For $10 each, guests can enjoy dishes such as the Manakish Flatbread, made with za’atar, tomato, labneh and olives; Local Fish Crudo, topped with grapefruit, fresh herbs and lemon vinaigrette; Zaatar and Pita, seasoned with Syrian oregano and extra-virgin olive oil; and the sweet Labneh Cheesecake, with candied walnuts and fresh berries. The Balfour also offers $8 house wines, $5 rotating bottled beers, and select $10 signature cocktails (like the Limoncello Spritz, Hugo Spritz and Coco Martini) that pair perfectly with the Mediterranean-inspired plates.
Casa Sensei
Casa Sensei brilliantly blends traditional Latin American cuisine with Pan-Asian staples to create the best of both worlds. At the Fort Lauderdale favorite, guests can cheers to happy hour at the bar with 50% off all house wines, house spirits and draft beers every Monday through Friday from 2-6 p.m. They can also sip Japanese or classic concoctions while ordering from the new sushi happy hour menu featuring a wide selection of fusion appetizers and sushi.
