The Commodore

The Commodore is the cocktail lounge inside The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami, styled like an old library with bookshelves, dim lighting, and a fireplace that guests return to on cooler evenings. Craft cocktails and a well-stocked whiskey and scotch selection anchor the bar, alongside light bites like wings, croquettes, and truffle fries.

Outdoor seating includes a dedicated cigar section, and happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 5 to 7pm with $10 (previously $8) classic cocktails and small bites. Live vocalists and a band have performed on weekend nights, adding to the lounge's warm, sophisticated mood.

Located off the valet entrance in Coconut Grove, it draws both hotel guests and locals looking for a quieter, dressed-up alternative to South Beach nightlife. Open nightly, it works well for a post-dinner drink, a cigar with friends, or a date night by the fireplace.