Latest reviews in Florida, United States of America

Dial91.com (a service from GlobalTel) - by fedwillow

fedwillow — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 11:39:51 +0000

Review by fedwillow

Rating: 5.00

Website: https://www.dial91.com

The basic criterion of selecting the best calling card is to be absolutely clear about what your needs are. I got Dial 91 and no surprises it turned out to be the best one for making international calls specially to India from overseas. The voice quality is phenomenal, connectivity is also very strong in remote areas and have a very friendly customer support. Its very economical when it comes to call rates and has very less of hassle in terms of getting in going.
I would recommend everyone to get calling card from Dial91 if you are going abroad.The basic criterion of selecting the best calling card is to be absolutely clear about what your needs are. I got Dial 91 and no surprises it turned out to be the best one for making international calls specially to India from overseas. The voice quality is phenomenal, connectivity is also very strong in remote areas and have a very friendly customer support. Its very economical when it comes to call rates and has very less of hassle in terms of getting in going.
I would recommend everyone to get calling card from Dial91 if you are going abroad.

Telcan - by richardkemp9

richardkemp9 — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:20:31 +0000

Review by richardkemp9

Rating: 5.00

Website: https://www.telcan.com/

I bought Telcan' s unlimited plan India calling card months back and I found it very useful..The service was excellent and required no connection fee.. coupled with speed dial and instant sign up features, I think it's one of the best ways to stay in touch with your loved ones.I bought Telcan' s unlimited plan India calling card months back and I found it very useful..The service was excellent and required no connection fee.. coupled with speed dial and instant sign up features, I think it's one of the best ways to stay in touch with your loved ones.

Online Property Auctions - Land Auctions USA by landauction

landauction — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:57:06 +0000

Review by landauction

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 888-961-5263

Website: www.mylandauctions.com

Tags: land for sale usa

MDP Land Management offers affordable pricing packages and financing to people looking to own their piece of property all across the US.
MDP Land Management offers affordable pricing packages and financing to people looking to own their piece of property all across the US.

Chic Fil A - Chic-Fil-A by AdamBonham

AdamBonham — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 19:18:55 +0000

Review by AdamBonham

Rating: 4.00

Website: http://chicfila.com

Tags: american, lively, crowded

Didn't really eat many chicken sandwiches unless I made them myself; But after my fiance and myself found this chic-fil-a and had their great service, we have went back to either this location in Argyle, or one of the many other locations around Jacksonville. Just figured since it wasn't listed I would review it. Altogether Chic-fil-a has prized itself on good service, and great food and they have surely over done it, great job!Didn't really eat many chicken sandwiches unless I made them myself; But after my fiance and myself found this chic-fil-a and had their great service, we have went back to either this location in Argyle, or one of the many other locations around Jacksonville. Just figured since it wasn't listed I would review it. Altogether Chic-fil-a has prized itself on good service, and great food and they have surely over done it, great job!

Melrose Jewelers - Melrose Jewelers by ianbrown94

ianbrown94 — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:09:34 +0000

Review by ianbrown94

Rating: 5.00

Website: www.melrosejewelers.com

Tags: watches, rolex watches, mens watches

I have only purchased 1 used Rolex at Melrose Jewelers, but they treated me like I had known them for years. I have looked at and bought used Rolex watches at other stores (both online and in storefronts) and I have to say this was the easiest of them all.
This being the second pre owned Rolex Iâ¬"ve bought for myself I figured I should just spend the money and get a top shelf model. I mean since I was saving roughly $20,000, I might as well go all out right? Being in business my whole life, I know a good deal when I see one.
After looking at all the models they had, I decided to go with the silver dial Rolex Day Date (aka rolex president) and couldnâ¬"t be happier.
Bottom line: I wouldnâ¬"t hesitate to shop at Melrose Jewelers againI have only purchased 1 used Rolex at Melrose Jewelers, but they treated me like I had known them for years. I have looked at and bought used Rolex watches at other stores (both online and in storefronts) and I have to say this was the easiest of them all.
This being the second pre owned Rolex Iâ¬"ve bought for myself I figured I should just spend the money and get a top shelf model. I mean since I was saving roughly $20,000, I might as well go all out right? Being in business my whole life, I know a good deal when I see one.
After looking at all the models they had, I decided to go with the silver dial Rolex Day Date (aka rolex president) and couldnâ¬"t be happier.
Bottom line: I wouldnâ¬"t hesitate to shop at Melrose Jewelers again

Sugar Cane Island Bistro - Stay Away From Sugar Cane Island Bistro! by JupiterDiner

JupiterDiner — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 23:07:36 +0000

Review by JupiterDiner

Rating: 1.00

Tags: expensive, poor service, terrible

Absolutely one of the worst restaurant experiences of my life. Not only is the food mediocre at best, it is way overpriced and the service is terrible. Add the fact that the evening we were there it was valet parking only and at least four cars had expensive items vanish. Manager was the worst excuse for a person in that position you will ever find. Stay away from this place unless you want to get sick!

ABSOLUTELY NOT A TRUSTED PLACE!Absolutely one of the worst restaurant experiences of my life. Not only is the food mediocre at best, it is way overpriced and the service is terrible. Add the fact that the evening we were there it was valet parking only and at least four cars had expensive items vanish. Manager was the worst excuse for a person in that position you will ever find. Stay away from this place unless you want to get sick!

ABSOLUTELY NOT A TRUSTED PLACE!

Fineartgasm.com - Fineartgasm.com - Andy Warhol Brokerage & Fine Art by fineartgasm

fineartgasm — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 18:21:53 +0000

Review by fineartgasm

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 305-933-1362

Website: http://www.fineartgasm.com

Tags: andy warhol, warhol, andy warhol signed

Beautiful Gallery! Great Art! Very Friendly!Beautiful Gallery! Great Art! Very Friendly!

Smith & Wollensky - by herrylaw

herrylaw — Sat, 07 Jul 2007 22:42:26 +0000

Review by herrylaw

Rating: 3.00

Tags: american, lively, friendly

Great place to watch the cruiseships pass by on Friday eveningsGreat place to watch the cruiseships pass by on Friday evenings

Blue Door at the Delano - by london

london — Mon, 14 May 2007 20:10:47 +0000

Review by london

Rating: 5.00

Tags: american, cool, romantic

We went to Miami in the summer of 2005 - our friends had told us to go to the Delano as it was a classy place and they weren't wrong. Firstly it is un pretetious if that can be possible for a hotel with floor to ceiling (10 metres high) white curtains inside. The decor was incredible as were the friendly staff. The drinks were not cheap but they wern't St Marks Square Venice mad expensive, $10 for a coctail was about the norm. Going through into the back garden there was a massive swimming pool with cabinas on each side with Air conditioning OUTSIDE - mad i mean thats so un-pc these days you might as well go ahead and club a few baby seals :) Seriously though if you are going to Miami and want to go to a classy place where you don't feel like you are in the way then go to the Delano, better still go on expenses :)We went to Miami in the summer of 2005 - our friends had told us to go to the Delano as it was a classy place and they weren't wrong. Firstly it is un pretetious if that can be possible for a hotel with floor to ceiling (10 metres high) white curtains inside. The decor was incredible as were the friendly staff. The drinks were not cheap but they wern't St Marks Square Venice mad expensive, $10 for a coctail was about the norm. Going through into the back garden there was a massive swimming pool with cabinas on each side with Air conditioning OUTSIDE - mad i mean thats so un-pc these days you might as well go ahead and club a few baby seals :) Seriously though if you are going to Miami and want to go to a classy place where you don't feel like you are in the way then go to the Delano, better still go on expenses :)

Wish Restaurant - Wish at 'The Hotel' by Brooklyn

Brooklyn — Sun, 13 May 2007 00:25:08 +0000

Review by Brooklyn

Rating: 5.00

Tags: american, cool, lively

We had some pretty good food during our stay in Miami, but the best meal of all was at the Wish restaurant, which is located in 'The Hotel', on Collins Avenue, South Beach. I had read about the restaurant whilst planning our trip, and it was most convenient seeing as we were staying at the hotel on the night we dined.

It was a balmy evening, and we sat outside under the palm trees perusing the menu and chatting with our very American sounding German waiter, who certainly did his job well, with a good mix of helpful suggestions, humour and expertise.

We were presented with a small complimentary appetiser, which gave us a feel for what was ahead. For starter we shared the Sesame Battered Shrimp, with Watermelon-Tomato 'Kimchee' and Cilantro, which was tasty and a good sized served.

The main course was spectacular. I had the Caramel glazed Wild Salmon with grilled Baby Bok Choy and Duck Confit-Soba Summer Roll which was all drizzled with this amazing caramel soy sauce. My husband had the Crispy Skinned Snapper with grilled Shrimp, Chinese Sausage, Jasmine Rice, and Vietnamese Tea Foam.

To add to the enjoyment we had a bottle of Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc, which is a New Zealand white wine that you should really all try.

We were unsure whether to have dessert...we were kind of full by this stage. Our helpful waiter helped us to make a decision, by describing one of the desserts in full detail - the Strawberry Shortcake with warm Strawberry-Vanilla Soup, Mascarpone Cannoli, 25 year Balsamic Ice Cream . It wasn't something that we would usually order, but he made it sound so delicious that we just had to try it. And it was pretty special. On the base was the shortcake, topped with 2 mascarpone filled cannoli, topped with a scoop of balsamic ice cream and on the top was a toffee creation. Check out the photo to get a feel for this treat.

Can you tell we enjoyed our meal?! What a great evening.We had some pretty good food during our stay in Miami, but the best meal of all was at the Wish restaurant, which is located in 'The Hotel', on Collins Avenue, South Beach. I had read about the restaurant whilst planning our trip, and it was most convenient seeing as we were staying at the hotel on the night we dined.

It was a balmy evening, and we sat outside under the palm trees perusing the menu and chatting with our very American sounding German waiter, who certainly did his job well, with a good mix of helpful suggestions, humour and expertise.

We were presented with a small complimentary appetiser, which gave us a feel for what was ahead. For starter we shared the Sesame Battered Shrimp, with Watermelon-Tomato 'Kimchee' and Cilantro, which was tasty and a good sized served.

The main course was spectacular. I had the Caramel glazed Wild Salmon with grilled Baby Bok Choy and Duck Confit-Soba Summer Roll which was all drizzled with this amazing caramel soy sauce. My husband had the Crispy Skinned Snapper with grilled Shrimp, Chinese Sausage, Jasmine Rice, and Vietnamese Tea Foam.

To add to the enjoyment we had a bottle of Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc, which is a New Zealand white wine that you should really all try.

We were unsure whether to have dessert...we were kind of full by this stage. Our helpful waiter helped us to make a decision, by describing one of the desserts in full detail - the Strawberry Shortcake with warm Strawberry-Vanilla Soup, Mascarpone Cannoli, 25 year Balsamic Ice Cream . It wasn't something that we would usually order, but he made it sound so delicious that we just had to try it. And it was pretty special. On the base was the shortcake, topped with 2 mascarpone filled cannoli, topped with a scoop of balsamic ice cream and on the top was a toffee creation. Check out the photo to get a feel for this treat.

Can you tell we enjoyed our meal?! What a great evening.

Biltmore Hotel - Afternoon Tea - Afternoon Tea at The Biltmore by Brooklyn

Brooklyn — Sun, 13 May 2007 00:17:33 +0000

Review by Brooklyn

Rating: 2.00

Tags: cultured, quick bite, good brew

On our final few hours in Miami, my husband's Aunt took us on a drive through Coconut Grove and Coral Cables, so we could have a look at some of the other areas that make up the Miami region. Driving in Coral Gables, we came across the huge Biltmore Hotel. This Mediterranean-inspired hotel is a five star resort, with a spectacular pool, several restaurants and a golf course.

It is certainly a stunning building, inside and out, and we stopped off to have a closer look...and to have afternoon tea - a traditional afternoon tea is served in the hotel's lobby each day.

After a not so great lunch earlier, we were keen to enjoy some tasty treats. A tea trolley was brought over to us with an array of different teas to choose from. We all made our selection and enjoyed the background music.

To eat, we were first brought out a selection of sandwiches, which was followed by scones with jam & cream and then we could choose a couple of mini cakes from a platter that was bought to the table.

The food was quite nice, but to be honest we were a little disappointed about the presentation of the food....it was certainly not on par with an afternoon tea in London!On our final few hours in Miami, my husband's Aunt took us on a drive through Coconut Grove and Coral Cables, so we could have a look at some of the other areas that make up the Miami region. Driving in Coral Gables, we came across the huge Biltmore Hotel. This Mediterranean-inspired hotel is a five star resort, with a spectacular pool, several restaurants and a golf course.

It is certainly a stunning building, inside and out, and we stopped off to have a closer look...and to have afternoon tea - a traditional afternoon tea is served in the hotel's lobby each day.

After a not so great lunch earlier, we were keen to enjoy some tasty treats. A tea trolley was brought over to us with an array of different teas to choose from. We all made our selection and enjoyed the background music.

To eat, we were first brought out a selection of sandwiches, which was followed by scones with jam & cream and then we could choose a couple of mini cakes from a platter that was bought to the table.

The food was quite nice, but to be honest we were a little disappointed about the presentation of the food....it was certainly not on par with an afternoon tea in London!

News Cafe - 24 hour institution by Brooklyn

Brooklyn — Sun, 13 May 2007 00:01:26 +0000

Review by Brooklyn

Rating: 3.00

Tags: american, cool, lively

The News Cafe is an Ocean Drive institution, open 24 hours and serving up food and drinks to locals and tourists since 1988. Choose from casual seating on the terrace or footpath, or the slightly more formal seating inside, this is the place to go for breakfast...served all day and night!

Located on the corner of Ocean Drive and 8th Street, we popped here for breakfast one morning as it was conveniently 1 block from our hotel. We grabbed a seat on the terrace and decided what tasty treat we felt like to start the day. Well, coffee was definitely required, as were a couple of huge glasses of iced water. I decided to just have eggs and bacon, which was served with potatoes and toast, while Mr Sweet-tooth had the French Toast.

The food was honest and serves were not ridiculously huge, but more than adequate. Service was ok but nothing special. The cafe was pretty busy for a Monday morning and I have no doubt that it just gets busier as the day progresses. The bar is apparently a popular place for Happy Hour.
The News Cafe is an Ocean Drive institution, open 24 hours and serving up food and drinks to locals and tourists since 1988. Choose from casual seating on the terrace or footpath, or the slightly more formal seating inside, this is the place to go for breakfast...served all day and night!

Located on the corner of Ocean Drive and 8th Street, we popped here for breakfast one morning as it was conveniently 1 block from our hotel. We grabbed a seat on the terrace and decided what tasty treat we felt like to start the day. Well, coffee was definitely required, as were a couple of huge glasses of iced water. I decided to just have eggs and bacon, which was served with potatoes and toast, while Mr Sweet-tooth had the French Toast.

The food was honest and serves were not ridiculously huge, but more than adequate. Service was ok but nothing special. The cafe was pretty busy for a Monday morning and I have no doubt that it just gets busier as the day progresses. The bar is apparently a popular place for Happy Hour.

Cafeteria - Great place for people watching by Brooklyn

Brooklyn — Sat, 12 May 2007 23:56:43 +0000

Review by Brooklyn

Rating: 3.00

Tags: american, cool, lively

After a morning of wandering around South Beach, we found ourselves on Lincoln Road Mall and in need of a lunch time snack. There are so many eating options along the Mall, but we decided on Cafeteria as it had a perfect shaded table just made for us.

Cafeteria is located towards the Washington Avenue end of Lincoln Road Mall. It is open 24 hours a day, and has live music some evenings. The interior is very stylish looking and there is also a large amount of outdoor seating, which is where we sat. Service was a bit haphazard.

It was quiet warm, so we ordered a large bottle of water and some Iced Tea. As we had already had a large breakfast earlier that day, we decided to share a meal and ordered the Steak Wrap and a serve of Sweet Potato fries.

The food arrived as described, it was entirely edible but nothing amazing. Still, there was a good atmosphere and plenty of people watching to keep us amused.After a morning of wandering around South Beach, we found ourselves on Lincoln Road Mall and in need of a lunch time snack. There are so many eating options along the Mall, but we decided on Cafeteria as it had a perfect shaded table just made for us.

Cafeteria is located towards the Washington Avenue end of Lincoln Road Mall. It is open 24 hours a day, and has live music some evenings. The interior is very stylish looking and there is also a large amount of outdoor seating, which is where we sat. Service was a bit haphazard.

It was quiet warm, so we ordered a large bottle of water and some Iced Tea. As we had already had a large breakfast earlier that day, we decided to share a meal and ordered the Steak Wrap and a serve of Sweet Potato fries.

The food arrived as described, it was entirely edible but nothing amazing. Still, there was a good atmosphere and plenty of people watching to keep us amused.

Sushi Siam - Amazing Sushi by Brooklyn

Brooklyn — Sat, 12 May 2007 23:50:44 +0000

Review by Brooklyn

Rating: 3.00

Tags: lively, friendly, japanese

We went shopping at Aventura Mall around lunch time one day, and thought we would eat first and shop later. We had a craving for some sushi, so headed to Sushi Siam, which is located on the Third Level, just near the AMC Theatres.

This large restaurant was filled with lunching locals. The food looked amazing and the menu was huge - a selection of both Japanese and Thai dishes to tempt us.

We both settled on a lunch box, that had a variety of sushi, sashimi, chicken teriyaki and miso soup. The lunch box choice was a good one...but we should have just shared one serve, because the amount of food they bought to us was incredible!! There was no way we could eat it all.

They bought out two large platters of sashimi and sushi - beautifully presented and colourful. Then there was 2 plates full of chicken with teriyaki sauce. And this was supposed to be a light lunch!

The food was very good quality, in particular the salmon sashimi just melted in your mouth. I would really recommend Sushi Siam....but you may want to share!We went shopping at Aventura Mall around lunch time one day, and thought we would eat first and shop later. We had a craving for some sushi, so headed to Sushi Siam, which is located on the Third Level, just near the AMC Theatres.

This large restaurant was filled with lunching locals. The food looked amazing and the menu was huge - a selection of both Japanese and Thai dishes to tempt us.

We both settled on a lunch box, that had a variety of sushi, sashimi, chicken teriyaki and miso soup. The lunch box choice was a good one...but we should have just shared one serve, because the amount of food they bought to us was incredible!! There was no way we could eat it all.

They bought out two large platters of sashimi and sushi - beautifully presented and colourful. Then there was 2 plates full of chicken with teriyaki sauce. And this was supposed to be a light lunch!

The food was very good quality, in particular the salmon sashimi just melted in your mouth. I would really recommend Sushi Siam....but you may want to share!

1220 Restaurant - 1220 Restaurant at The Tides by Brooklyn

Brooklyn — Sat, 12 May 2007 23:44:25 +0000

Review by Brooklyn

Rating: 3.00

Tags: cool, friendly, trendy

The 1220 Restaurant is located in the lobby of the Tides Hotel, on Ocean Drive in South Beach. Open throughout the day, it is a stylish but relaxing place to eat. There are also outside tables if you want to soak up some sun or enjoy the balmy Miami evenings. We dined here on our first night in Miami. There was a chill in the air, so we chose to sit inside near the bar. Service was friendly and the menu interesting.

For starter we shared the Crab stuffed Mussels which were really delicious. Main courses we had the Jamaican Seafood Curry which was declared excellent, and the Scallops wrapped in Prosciutto, which was quite good, but nothing to write home about. We just had a glass of chilled white wine with our meal and surprisingly couldn't fit in dessert.

We also had breakfast at the restaurant one morning, sitting out in sun on the patio. The breakfast was fine, but the setting was better, though the service was a little too cheerful before we had our coffee!

On the weekends they have a Mussel & Wine special deal which seemed to be very popular with guests and visitors alike.The 1220 Restaurant is located in the lobby of the Tides Hotel, on Ocean Drive in South Beach. Open throughout the day, it is a stylish but relaxing place to eat. There are also outside tables if you want to soak up some sun or enjoy the balmy Miami evenings. We dined here on our first night in Miami. There was a chill in the air, so we chose to sit inside near the bar. Service was friendly and the menu interesting.

For starter we shared the Crab stuffed Mussels which were really delicious. Main courses we had the Jamaican Seafood Curry which was declared excellent, and the Scallops wrapped in Prosciutto, which was quite good, but nothing to write home about. We just had a glass of chilled white wine with our meal and surprisingly couldn't fit in dessert.

We also had breakfast at the restaurant one morning, sitting out in sun on the patio. The breakfast was fine, but the setting was better, though the service was a little too cheerful before we had our coffee!

On the weekends they have a Mussel & Wine special deal which seemed to be very popular with guests and visitors alike.

Front Porch Cafe - Huge Pancakes by Brooklyn

Brooklyn — Sat, 12 May 2007 23:40:35 +0000

Review by Brooklyn

Rating: 4.00

Tags: lively, crowded, average brew

One of the pleasures of holidays for me is a good breakfast, to fill you up and give you plenty of energy for a full day of activities. Well, we were certainly filled up after a visit to the Front Porch Cafe!

Located toward the top end of Ocean Drive, this is a relaxed place for a meal at any time of day. Expect to queue for a table if you want breakfast on the weekend, but it will be worth the wait. The cafe isn't anything fancy looking, but the food is great and the portions are huge.

We started off with a coffee and smoothie, while waiting for the food to arrive. I ate the most delicious 'Mediterranean' Omelette, which was filled with goats cheese, sun dried tomato and spinach. This was served with potatoes and a toasted bagel.

Mr braver-half ordered the banana filled pancakes, which warned on the menu that they were "not for the faint hearted"....and we could see why when they arrived - they were HUGE!! Two pancakes that we around 2cm thick and the size of a dinner plate! Even hubby couldn't eat it all...he only managed to eat one...though a man at a neighbouring table polished off a serve without stopping!One of the pleasures of holidays for me is a good breakfast, to fill you up and give you plenty of energy for a full day of activities. Well, we were certainly filled up after a visit to the Front Porch Cafe!

Located toward the top end of Ocean Drive, this is a relaxed place for a meal at any time of day. Expect to queue for a table if you want breakfast on the weekend, but it will be worth the wait. The cafe isn't anything fancy looking, but the food is great and the portions are huge.

We started off with a coffee and smoothie, while waiting for the food to arrive. I ate the most delicious 'Mediterranean' Omelette, which was filled with goats cheese, sun dried tomato and spinach. This was served with potatoes and a toasted bagel.

Mr braver-half ordered the banana filled pancakes, which warned on the menu that they were "not for the faint hearted"....and we could see why when they arrived - they were HUGE!! Two pancakes that we around 2cm thick and the size of a dinner plate! Even hubby couldn't eat it all...he only managed to eat one...though a man at a neighbouring table polished off a serve without stopping!

The Lounge Bar at The Setai - Make sure someone else is paying! by Brooklyn

Brooklyn — Fri, 11 May 2007 08:51:38 +0000

Review by Brooklyn

Rating: 3.00

Tags: jazz, posh, trendy

One night during our stay in Miami we had dinner with some relatives who live locally. After dinner they were keen to take us for a drink at a fab newly renovated hotel bar - who were we to say no! The bar in question was the Lounge Bar at the Setai Hotel. This a classy bar, with a fabulous tropical courtyard for those warmer nights.

We headed straight for the courtyard, which has a large central Asian-style pond surrounded in candle lit seating areas. We found a corner and took a seat, sending the men to the bar to get some drinks.

This is one seriously beautiful bar, with an amazing atmosphere. A place for a romantic drink, or to catch up with a few friends. It really is one of those places worth making the effort to check out. But make sure you bring your credit card...one round of drinks cost us 90USD...though it was worth every dime!One night during our stay in Miami we had dinner with some relatives who live locally. After dinner they were keen to take us for a drink at a fab newly renovated hotel bar - who were we to say no! The bar in question was the Lounge Bar at the Setai Hotel. This a classy bar, with a fabulous tropical courtyard for those warmer nights.

We headed straight for the courtyard, which has a large central Asian-style pond surrounded in candle lit seating areas. We found a corner and took a seat, sending the men to the bar to get some drinks.

This is one seriously beautiful bar, with an amazing atmosphere. A place for a romantic drink, or to catch up with a few friends. It really is one of those places worth making the effort to check out. But make sure you bring your credit card...one round of drinks cost us 90USD...though it was worth every dime!

1220 Bar - Drinks on Ocean Drive by Brooklyn

Brooklyn — Fri, 11 May 2007 08:47:25 +0000

Review by Brooklyn

Rating: 4.00

Tags: cool, relaxed, friendly

The 1220 Bar is located in the lobby of the Tides Hotel, on Ocean Drive in South Beach. This stylish cocktail bar runs along one edge of the 1220 Restaurant, and continues outside, at the front of the hotel.

Sitting outside of an evening at the 1220 Bar is one of THE things to do in South Beach. Relaxing on a comfortable sofa or at a table, sipping a delicious cocktail and watching the beautiful people parade by is a must do!

They have a full cocktail menu of intriguing concoctions, along with the usual selection, plus a few wines by the glass (and bottle of course). You can order food as well and make a night of it.

The claim to serve the BEST Mojito in Miami - find out for yourself!The 1220 Bar is located in the lobby of the Tides Hotel, on Ocean Drive in South Beach. This stylish cocktail bar runs along one edge of the 1220 Restaurant, and continues outside, at the front of the hotel.

Sitting outside of an evening at the 1220 Bar is one of THE things to do in South Beach. Relaxing on a comfortable sofa or at a table, sipping a delicious cocktail and watching the beautiful people parade by is a must do!

They have a full cocktail menu of intriguing concoctions, along with the usual selection, plus a few wines by the glass (and bottle of course). You can order food as well and make a night of it.

The claim to serve the BEST Mojito in Miami - find out for yourself!

Spire Bar - Spire Bar at The Hotel by Brooklyn

Brooklyn — Fri, 11 May 2007 08:41:16 +0000

Review by Brooklyn

Rating: 4.00

Tags: jazz, relaxed, friendly

The Spire Bar is located on the roof top of 'The Hotel', on Collins Avenue, South Beach. It is the type of open air bar that you will not find in London, but instead somewhere like Miami that has great weather all year round.

It gets its name from the Tiffany Spire that shines above the bar, giving of a soft glow and helping to create a stylish atmosphere beneath the stars.

We visited the bar one evening for a pre-dinner drink. It wasn't crowded at that time, so we took a seat up at the bar. We got a friendly welcome from the barman and checked out the cocktail menu.

We did get a surprise when the drinks arrived...they were glowing! There was a novelty 'ice cube' that changes colour...you could set it to be one colour or change intermittently - ok, a bit gimmicky, but it made us smile...and made for some cool photos!The Spire Bar is located on the roof top of 'The Hotel', on Collins Avenue, South Beach. It is the type of open air bar that you will not find in London, but instead somewhere like Miami that has great weather all year round.

It gets its name from the Tiffany Spire that shines above the bar, giving of a soft glow and helping to create a stylish atmosphere beneath the stars.

We visited the bar one evening for a pre-dinner drink. It wasn't crowded at that time, so we took a seat up at the bar. We got a friendly welcome from the barman and checked out the cocktail menu.

We did get a surprise when the drinks arrived...they were glowing! There was a novelty 'ice cube' that changes colour...you could set it to be one colour or change intermittently - ok, a bit gimmicky, but it made us smile...and made for some cool photos!

Orlando - A Excellent Place For Travel by elenparker

elenparker — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:06:31 +0000

Review by elenparker

Rating: 5.00

Tags: fun, bargain, beach

I did not go to my home city but I was 4 days holidays also then moved to nearest Florida famed city called Orlando, where sited world fabulous Disney Land in Buena vista street.
We searched and reserved a room in Orlando city before left hotel rooms of Miami city. ( http://www.hotelsatanywhere.com/usa/fl/orlando-hotels/)Comfort inn north hotels where we got a room only $60 with full amenities and best feature. Evening time when I reached there did not to move anywhere because I tired. We ate our dinner with brought on the ways when I was coming to Comfort inn hotels. Other (http://www.hotelsatanywhere.com/usa/fl/orlando-hotels/)Hotels in Orlando were well decorated outdoor side as well as indoor also but they were more expensive I watched when went to city tour. First two days we did water recreation near the seaside area. As soon as I got to dining reservation at Disney land along with entrance tickets we moved to there in early morning in third day of trip. It was second last day in Orlando city. Disney kingdom was superb and mind blowing. Took the dinning we felt much better as well as inside views amuse also attract me. Also visit to shopping point in Disney land but most things to there be expensive. I did not purchase any things and came back to our hotel room. Next days went to universal studio tour and got terrific views as well more amuses there and visit to sea world Orlando, which was fabulous place for knowledge and attraction.
I did not go to my home city but I was 4 days holidays also then moved to nearest Florida famed city called Orlando, where sited world fabulous Disney Land in Buena vista street.
We searched and reserved a room in Orlando city before left hotel rooms of Miami city. ( http://www.hotelsatanywhere.com/usa/fl/orlando-hotels/)Comfort inn north hotels where we got a room only $60 with full amenities and best feature. Evening time when I reached there did not to move anywhere because I tired. We ate our dinner with brought on the ways when I was coming to Comfort inn hotels. Other (http://www.hotelsatanywhere.com/usa/fl/orlando-hotels/)Hotels in Orlando were well decorated outdoor side as well as indoor also but they were more expensive I watched when went to city tour. First two days we did water recreation near the seaside area. As soon as I got to dining reservation at Disney land along with entrance tickets we moved to there in early morning in third day of trip. It was second last day in Orlando city. Disney kingdom was superb and mind blowing. Took the dinning we felt much better as well as inside views amuse also attract me. Also visit to shopping point in Disney land but most things to there be expensive. I did not purchase any things and came back to our hotel room. Next days went to universal studio tour and got terrific views as well more amuses there and visit to sea world Orlando, which was fabulous place for knowledge and attraction.

Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge - by djfraser68

djfraser68 — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 18:55:20 +0000

Review by djfraser68

Rating: 4.00If you ever go to disneyworl resorts in Orlando, you must visit animal kingdom.
The center point of the park is the huge â¬STree of lifeâ¬ in the Africa section, and it is here where you can take the safari ride to see real animals up close (well, some of them).
The mountain ride is very good, though a bit too scarey for the little uns, as our daughter found out, especially when she came face to face with the yeti!

Like all the disney parks, it ha big queues for the rides and everything is very expensive, but its what you would expect anyway from Disney.

If you ever go to disneyworl resorts in Orlando, you must visit animal kingdom.
The center point of the park is the huge â¬STree of lifeâ¬ in the Africa section, and it is here where you can take the safari ride to see real animals up close (well, some of them).
The mountain ride is very good, though a bit too scarey for the little uns, as our daughter found out, especially when she came face to face with the yeti!

Like all the disney parks, it has big queues for the rides and everything is very expensive, but its what you would expect anyway from Disney.

House of Blues - A Chain Venue, and It Shows by psyanyde

psyanyde — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 05:59:05 +0000

Review by psyanyde

Rating: 2.00

Phone: (407) 934-BLUE

Website: http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/orlando/

The House of Blues - Orlando is located in Downtown Disney, which means if you're there you're either on vacation or you drove all the way out to the magic kingdom for a show. Parking is free, but the rest of the night will make up for it.

The venue itself is crowded and pricey. The bars carry a variety of liquor, but beer selection is limited. Expect to pay $6 for a plastic bottle of Bud Light. The bar serves pub food, but it's nothing special and certainly not worth the premium price. The food means that all smoking must take place outside on two small balconies upstairs, but if you have a decent view of the stage, it's not worth losing the spot to go smoke, order a drink, or do anything else.

Unfortunately, the House of Blues books great bands. If you're vacationing at Disney for a week, there's a good chance you can catch a decent show. My advice is to get there an hour before doors open and grab a seat on the railing upstairs.The House of Blues - Orlando is located in Downtown Disney, which means if you're there you're either on vacation or you drove all the way out to the magic kingdom for a show. Parking is free, but the rest of the night will make up for it.

The venue itself is crowded and pricey. The bars carry a variety of liquor, but beer selection is limited. Expect to pay $6 for a plastic bottle of Bud Light. The bar serves pub food, but it's nothing special and certainly not worth the premium price. The food means that all smoking must take place outside on two small balconies upstairs, but if you have a decent view of the stage, it's not worth losing the spot to go smoke, order a drink, or do anything else.

Unfortunately, the House of Blues books great bands. If you're vacationing at Disney for a week, there's a good chance you can catch a decent show. My advice is to get there an hour before doors open and grab a seat on the railing upstairs.

Stardust Video & Coffee - Good coffee, great movies. by psyanyde

psyanyde — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 17:21:21 +0000

Review by psyanyde

Rating: 3.00

Phone: (407) 623-3393

Tags: cultured, good brew

Stardust is a laid back shop with an ultra indie vibe. The store is split into three rooms. The central room is where you order a cup of coffee, or your mocha latte half-caf, or maybe a bottle of beer. It's also where you rent out and return movies.
To the left of the entrance is a lounge area which can be a very relaxed area with comfortable couches and reading material. The lounge area is also where live music is played. Beware of any free concert or open mic night at Stardust though; they have a loose definition of music over there.
To the right of the entrance is the video library, which goes far beyond your local Blockbuster's selection. Looking for your favorite Kurosawa flick? They've probably got it, and films are sorted by region, director, and genre, so you can find what you're looking for.Stardust is a laid back shop with an ultra indie vibe. The store is split into three rooms. The central room is where you order a cup of coffee, or your mocha latte half-caf, or maybe a bottle of beer. It's also where you rent out and return movies.
To the left of the entrance is a lounge area which can be a very relaxed area with comfortable couches and reading material. The lounge area is also where live music is played. Beware of any free concert or open mic night at Stardust though; they have a loose definition of music over there.
To the right of the entrance is the video library, which goes far beyond your local Blockbuster's selection. Looking for your favorite Kurosawa flick? They've probably got it, and films are sorted by region, director, and genre, so you can find what you're looking for.

Redlight Redlight - A Beer Lover's Dream by psyanyde

psyanyde — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:51:33 +0000

Review by psyanyde

Rating: 4.00

Website: http://www.myspace.com/theredlightredlight

A tiny upstairs nook in downtown Winter Park. Even with a map you might never notice it. If you do find your way upstairs, you'll be treated to a cozy beer and wine bar with a wide assortment of microbrews and Belgian beers. These guys even have a cask of ale behind the bar.

Get there early, because the whole neighborhood is closed down before midnight.A tiny upstairs nook in downtown Winter Park. Even with a map you might never notice it. If you do find your way upstairs, you'll be treated to a cozy beer and wine bar with a wide assortment of microbrews and Belgian beers. These guys even have a cask of ale behind the bar.

Get there early, because the whole neighborhood is closed down before midnight.

Odin's Den - Best pub for a pint without gimmicks. by psyanyde

psyanyde — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 18:19:58 +0000

Review by psyanyde

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 407-644-3588

Website: http://www.myspace.com/odins

Tags: live music, relaxed, pool

Odinâ¬"s Den is a large neighborhood pub with a wide variety of quality beers, a standard menu of bar food, and occasional live music. The price is always right, the jukebox is always rockin, and did I mention the wide variety of great beers?

No liquor keeps this spot from getting 5 stars.Odinâ¬"s Den is a large neighborhood pub with a wide variety of quality beers, a standard menu of bar food, and occasional live music. The price is always right, the jukebox is always rockin, and did I mention the wide variety of great beers?

No liquor keeps this spot from getting 5 stars.