Alissa Pittman

Alissa is lead writer for Miami Beach Advisor

You can connect with Alissa on her Google+ profile.


LOUIS at the Gansevoort Hotel

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If you’re down for an amazing time in one of Miam’s hottest clubs, LOUIS nightclub at the Gansevoort Hotel in Miami Beach is one of the famous Opium Group’s latest fashionable offering. A slice of Parisiaan downtown sentiment in the middle of South Beach, LOUIS has in the short time since their late 2008 opening, [...]

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Hotel Victor Reviews – South Beach Miami

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Located right in the heart of South Beach in Miami Beach the Hotel Victor, a Hyatt property, is one of the tastefully and lovingly restored Art Deco treasures for which this area is so well-known. This landmark hotel was designed by famed deco architect L. Murray Dixon and opened its doors in 1937 as the [...]

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Ink Nightclub

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The newest in South Beach Miami, Florida, nighclubs, Ink Nightclub, is often called a boutique nightclub because there is an actual boutique on the premises. Called Ink for short, the nightclub caters to big spenders in Miami. You can find the nightclub on Washington Avenue also known as the heart of South Beach Miami. The [...]

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The Grand Beach Hotel Review

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The Grand Beach Hotel is one of the newest hotels built on Miami’s famous South Beach. Featuring an all-suites format, this luxurious and attractive hotel offers a bevy of amenities, state-of-the-art technology, and room rates that are much less than comparable hotels, all these features will make your stay at the hotel one that you [...]

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Nobu Restaurant

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If you are in South Beach, Florida looking for a fantastic dining experience, you should visit Nobu Restaurant in South Beach. Located in the Shore Club, Nobu features the culinary creations of Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, an internationally famous master of Japanese cuisine. Whether you are a beginning foodie or a seasoned world traveler accustomed to [...]

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Mango’s Tropical Cafe

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When you walk into Mangos Tropical Cafe, you will be amazed by the disorderly collages that surround this place. As seen through the artists themselves, now you too can see the beauty of there work. Primal jungles and meditative sky’s along with abundant framed paintings make the place come alive. The wrath like paintings come [...]

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Ago Restaurant Reviews

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Looking for fine Italian cuisine in South Beach, Florida? A hotspot not to be missed is Ago Restaurant at the Shore Club in South Beach, featuring and named after chef Agostino Sciandri’s masterpieces in a trattoria-style setting. Co-owned by Robert de Niro, who Mr. Sciandri’s quoted saying “just about likes anything that’s not complex,” (Food & [...]

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The Standard Hotel Reviews Belle Island

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The Standard Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida is the one of the finest hotels in the area. Located on Belle Isle on Biscayne Bay, the Standard Hotel and Spa is in a prime location to stay when vacationing or staying in Miami Beach. This luxurious hotel is surrounded by a beautiful beach and ocean front [...]

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The Clevelander Hotel Review, South Beach Miami

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After a $1 million dollar renovation, impressive designers transformed Clevelander Hotel into a unique South Beach Miami gem. This designer spared no amenity when designing this hotel. Restaurants, nightclubs, entertainment, and accommodations are all under one incredible roof. The Clevelander Hotel is centered in the middle of the illustrious Ocean Drive. Though a 70 year [...]

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Passion Nightclub

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Passion Nightclub is located inside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino it has a modern style and a fun urban flare. Passions is a multi level nightclub boasting 5 different rooms divided between their two floors and 15,000 square feet. There are 2 VIP areas and 4 bottle service sections. There are usually at [...]

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La Marea Restaurant Reviews

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The La Marea Restaurant in The Tides South Beach hotel provides elegant, upscale dining with a seaside retreat feel. As you take in the exquisite ocean views you have the opportunity to taste contemporary Mediterranean cuisine with touches of Northern Italian cuisine. The menu focuses on local seafood and produce and creates a balance of [...]

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Restaurant at the Setai

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Looking for a touch of class in your visit to South Beach? The Restaurant at the Setai combines modern architectural flair with traditional Eastern texture, which draws the eye and soothes the spirit. Before you spent the night drinking at the clubs, you can enjoy a nice dinner with your friends or loved ones, surrounded by [...]

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Hed Kandi Nightclub

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An internationally known name in swank night clubs, Hed Kandi, is waiting to tempt your palatte with epicurean delights and your musical funny bone will be sent reeling with the best music the world has to offer. Miami, Florida, was priviledged to have among its many first, the first in its class Gastro Lounge & [...]

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Red Light District NightClub

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The Red Light District Club is one of the hottest dance clubs in South Beach. The dance club features dancers that come from an international scene, which helps create the “sexy” atmosphere found at the club according to its own website. The Red Light District Club plays mostly hip hop and dance music.

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Miami Beach Day Spas

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Miami Beach, Florida is a well known vacation getaway. Miami Beach offers white sandy beaches, crystal clear blue waters, fine dining, and exclusive day spas. Miami beach day spas, places individuals in the mood to enjoy all the festivities and excitement that Miami beach has to offer.

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Prime 112

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Prime 112, located in Miami Beach on Ocean Drive, serves top of the line steaks and Italian food. The restaurant is housed where the former Brown’s Hotel was. This hotel was built in 1915 and was the first Miami Beach hotel. It seems perfect that it is now the location of this excellent restaurant. Near [...]

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BED Nightclub

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BED Nightclub is one of the most elegant, and interesting spots in Miami.BED stands for Beverage, Entertainment and Dining. and is considered one of South Beach’s premier spots. When you visit BED Nightclub, you will find yourself transported into the world of celebrity, fun and glamour. You can live the life that you’ve only dreamed [...]

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Florida Room Club & Bar

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Created by singer Lenny Kravitz, the Florida Room is one of the most stunning and hip clubs to hit the South Beach scene. Located in the ground floor of the Delano Hotel, the Florida Room has a classy vibe to it unlike many other “trendier” type of clubs found in South Beach. 

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Glass Nightclub

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The Glass Nightclub at the Forge in Miami is one of the most exclusive clubs that can be found in South Beach, Florida. Glass at the Forge is known for four star celebrities, super models, various entertainers, and business magnates that frequent this nightclub. Definitely the best place to socialize, mingle and sip cognac with [...]

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Mansion Nightclub

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While there are certainly no shortage of nightclubs in South Beach Miami, many believe that Mansion Nightclub is the crown jewel in the Opium Group’s highly successful series of Miami clubs. When the hottest celebrities and cultural elite are passing through Miami, Mansion is generally considered to be one of the most important places to [...]

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