The Wood Tavern is one of Wynwood's favorite watering holes. This no frills bar makes anyone feel comfortable with its  friendly bartenders, cushy, well broken-in couches and warm atmosphere, parts of it even feel like you're hanging out in a friend's den. The most popular part of the bar, however, is the large outdoor patio full of picnic tables and hanging lights, perfect for enjoying the warm Miami weather. As for the liquid offerings, the beer selection is exclusively good quality brews-no Budweiser or Coors at Wood. They also offer the regular selection of strong spirits and delicious cocktails. Wood Tavern is dog friendly, too, so you can bring your furry best friend along for the fun (or the attention).

If there is one place where wine connoisseurs and beer snobs unite then it has got be Bin No. 18. Located on Biscayne Boulevard, this wine bar is one of the most happening destinations in town. The industrial and urban-chic decor elicits a casual yet elegant ambiance, perfect for enjoying the churrascos and wines. Being located so close to the arts district, Bin 18 also has a separate pre-theater menu that features bespoke food-and-wine pairings like the Toasted Salmon Tartar and the Malbec Gougenheim. You can also create your own European style Tabla with artisan cheeses and cured meats. Other go-to dishes include Eggplant Bruschetta, BBQ Pork Sliders and their signature salad. The carefully crafted drinks selection lists some great options to suit every palette, from light bodied to robust wines and fruity to heavy weight beers.

Place your order at the bar, pull up a patio chair and let all the action of Bayside Marketplace swirl around you. A great place to take a break from shopping, this bar is located in the Bayside Marketplace courtyard, right next to the Hard Rock Cafe. At night, drinkers can enjoy the live music of the mall's stage, only a few dozen yards away. Frozen frou-frou drinks are the only option here. Besides daquiris, the bar serves margaritas, rumrunners and other blended thirst-quenchers.

Head to the racetrack for the Florida Derby, which is one of the most thrilling events in world-class thoroughbred racing. The Florida Derby is a leading precursor to the Triple Crown. The hosting venue, Gulfstream Park, anticipates an attendance of over 25,000 spectators for this nationally televised event. In case the excitement of such a high-speed sport is not enough, Gulfstream Park will also provide live entertainment throughout the day.

Fifty is located atop the Viceroy Hotel with beautiful views of Biscayne Bay and Downtown Miami. The lounge serves up delicious signature cocktails around the open-air pool and is a popular spot to start your night. However, as the night progresses Fifty hosts some of the hottest DJs in Miami and the world to keep the chic nightlife going.

This friendly neighborhood pub is a favorite amongst locals for its energy and atmosphere. As any proper pub should, the Brickell Irish Pub has a menu of foods like crab cakes, Fish & Chips, wings, flatbreads, sandwiches and desserts. The pub has a different event happening almost every night of the week, with entertainment ranging from live music to poker tournaments, darts and more. 

Blackbird Ordinary is a favorite on the Miami bar scene. The decor is inspired by a Mad Men, 1950s and 60s-type lounge with its black leather booths and dim lighting. Blackbird Ordinary prides itself on being the type of place anyone can come, feel comfortable and have a good time. The menu features a host of original, signature cocktails as well as the usual suspects. For entertainment, the bar has classic games like Jenga and Rock Em Sock Em Robots available for your playing pleasure. The bar hosts live music acts on its outdoor stage frequently.

The Juicery Bar is a small smoothie place on Brickell Key. Since opening, The Juicery Bar has garnered a loyal following and filled a void in the small community. The smoothies are fresh and generous and come in a variety of combinations. For a light lunch, wraps, salads and chalupas are prepared tasty and healthy-not an ounce of fat anywhere. Their "lunch boxes" can include baked empanadas. Their baking consists of whole wheat flour and produces such treats as curry banana bread with chocolate chips, carrot-pineapple cake and apple muffins. Try the different sauces like camoy (a Mexican sweet, sour and spicy sauce). Salads include green mango salad and avocado salad sprinkled with chili powder, salt and citric acid. Desserts are fresh fruit popsicles, ice cream, fruit jellies and marmalades and organic plantain chips. You'll love it! -Mercedes de Marchena

Located in one of Miami's most happening neighborhoods, Segafredo Brickell is a European style cafe that doubles up as a chic lounge by night. The interiors are decked out in all glory and perfectly embody the city's vibrant attitude; casual enough for a fun night-out and smartly elegant for an afternoon lunch. The menu features artisan Italian specialties, including highlights like the Prosciutto Di Parma pizza, Tagliatelle Bolognese and the Ravioli Di Aragosta. If you're just stopping for a latte then you will love their strong Espressos and even blends like the Treviso, Venezia and Coffee Shakerato. The drinks line-up is endless with signature cocktails, martinis, sangria, wines, beer, vodka and other spirits, ensuring a long night of music, mixing and madness.

Enjoy ultimate American comfort food in a trendy and casual environment at Burger & Beer's Mary Brickell location, their second in Miami. Burgers here are the colossal versions of your regular burger and come stuffed with the goodness of juiciest meats with a smattering of fresh greens, sauces and served with crispy fries. And they have the quirkiest of names too, take for example The Motherburger, a gigantic kingsize one, stuffed with 10 lbs of Certified Prime Angus Beef and if you can finish it within two hours then it's on the house. Each burger is accompanied by a choice of artisan beers, which ranges from light lagers, draft beer to Belgian Strong Ale. And if you still have room left in your belly then try one of the 'Adult' shakes that will surely take you on a high.