Biltmore Bar

Awesome place. Lots of things to do and see. 5* customer service and lots to see. They have the best Golf Course in the area and a large swimming pool to all ages. The hotel rooms are awesome

The Biltmore Hotel is one of the nicest hotels I’ve stayed at… The service is great and the food was to die for… I had all my meals there for three days and I didn’t want to go anywhere else…
The hotel is suppose to be haunted, but I didn’t experience anything crazy… The only thing that impressed me, was the huge pool…
I would go back again and again… Next time I’ll stay for the brunch…

This is truly a hidden gem! My husband and I were out (something we don’t get to do often due to the kids and my mum use to sit for me before she passed away) and looking for something to do. We decided to go down to the bar and was blown away!
When we first entered it was a dark, sexy ambience about the bar and we were the only ones in at the time which was fine with us. We were greeted by the bartender Octavio (which by the way was fabulous!) and his well known knowledge of the drinks. The bar soon filled with other stragglers and then the piano man started playing.
First let me say, the drinks made by Octavio were impeccable! You can’t go wrong with any drink Octavio makes! My drink along with my husbands were delicious! Octavio was trying to have my husband try this cucumber gin drink, but my husband is a very picky man and turned it down. Octavio had to make the drink for another customer and gave my husband a sample. My husband was blown away and I too! It’s the perfect drink to sit beach side.
I also ordered a side of pulled pork tacos which were very delicious. Just the ambience and service kept us there pretty much all night and or convos with the bartender and some customers and servers were awesome. My husband and I were just going to go down there to have a drink and then go out to have dinner and more drinks but we had such a lovely, intimate time we decided to stay.
This is most def a place to check out if you’re rooming at The Biltmore or if you’re in the area and just want to sit back to a nice quite evening with some great drinks and nice appetizers.

You can get all kinds of food and drink in this ground floor place but it has something of a hobbit house about it, dark paneling, very comfortable chairs in which you could easily fall asleep, and soft lighting even in daytime. Very relaxing
Crispy fresh, old school martini, but a lot of other choices, relaxed bar, nice to talk, less noice, just very good
The Bar has a Piano player who will do requests, makes for a great evening or just pre dinner cocktails!

My friend and I were killing time before dinner one night and decided to drive down to coral gables around happy hour and we ended up here. Once you’ve entered this place it’s like you’ve left Miami! Lots of places to wander by, beautiful architecture and this cozy bar

The bar at the Biltmore Hotel is a fun way for any local to switch it up from the high energy, sometimes overwhelming pace of many Miami bars. I went with a few friends when we wanted a relaxing night. The hotel itself is stunning, and the interior of the bar feels like it’s from a different era. There happened to be a closed event going on the night we went there — so we took our drinks out by the pool and enjoyed the late night breeze. It was a great place to sit and chat and actually hear the people you are with. The drinks are unique and delicious as well, albeit a little spendy (though not much more than many Miami bars). We didn’t try any food. I’d definitely recommend this bar for a night when you want something a little bit different and mellow.

I loved this bar until recently. New management took away the half priced happy hour. Had the best value drinks for the service and ambiance. Not anymore. It’s still nice, quiet and service is usually very good, but at full price, it’s south beach pricing.

Many people in Miami probably think that the 4 or 5-​star hotels in town are not the best places for locals. I beg to differ. The Biltmore Bar on the first floor of this beautiful and historic Coral Gables hotel is one of the nicest places in town to spend time at, regardless if you live here, or are just passing through.
Since I patronize the Bar often, I have grown spoiled by the ambiance, rich woods and classy architecture, and basically, just the entire experience as a whole. It is difficult for me to go somewhere else. The bartenders, led by Octavio, can basically make almost any kind of drink your heart desires. Talent definitely lives here! It also doesn’t matter if Jeannie, or Melissa, or on the weekends, Dayana, are working, service is always fast, very attentive, and professional. Lately at the Bar, I have indulging in creations like the Grasshopper (the liquid version of an Andies mint) or the Japanese slipper (a Midori-​based concoction), and others, all made to perfection. The Bar has a daily happy hour, and monthly liquor specials. This month has been Ketel One vodka, with featured drinks like the Orange or Pomegranate cosmopolitans, Raspberry Tom Collins, or even the James Bond-​inspired Vesper martini. The lemon drop vodka martini is my overall favorite… heaven!
Live jazz plays daily, (the Bar is closed Sundays and Mondays), with extended play on Fridays and Saturdays… the professional musicians really add to the unique atmosphere. If you are hungry, the Bar has a nice menu, with selections like a turkey club, salads, Angus burgers, and an array of appetizers, including potato pierogies and yucca fries. Let’s just say my waistline has suffered sampling these treats! There isn’t much else to say, except, the next time you are nearby this landmark 87-​year-​old hotel one evening, I highly recommend making a pit stop to see the cavernous pool, incredible lobby, beautiful grounds, and of course, fun Biltmore Bar.

Sweet jazz nice drink selection. Great way to end work week! It is not your average bar hangout place. It is a bit more mellow.
From its rich wood colors and comfy seats you can enough a relaxing atmosphere while enjoying a delicious smooth drink. Live music was awesome. Nice bass accompanied by set of cool ivories!
Really enjoyed ourselves.

Extremely cozy. And intimate. Perfect for a drink alone to contemplate what you want to do with your life, and write it down on a Bitmore Bar napkin. Not saying I did this. Service is great, and again, the atmosphere is nook-​like. Bartenders will get you a drink how you want it, and you can even call it crafty. They also have at least one guy playing great jazz music.
Also, ask about the ghost stories. You’ll want to ride the Biltmore Hotel elevator a few times.

Strangely cold and alienating for what looks like a cozy little bar. Since Sean the bartender left it has become even more so.
They have an extensive wine list but it looks like it is made up of every wine Southern Wine and Spirits can’t sell. No small producers, nothing interesting and stingy pours to boot.
They have even taken away the (Publix) platters they used to put out at happy hour.

Good happy hour, extensive selection, classy and friendly atmosphere… always a good time. All I’m missing sometimes is my top hat and monocle. mmm, yes.
But in all seriousness, it is also considered a special place for me since its where my husband and some of our close relatives went to unwind after my wedding reception.

Honestly, what more could one ask for?
The atmosphere is… well, the Biltmore. The walls look like they’re made from carved ivory and are accented with black and white pictures of celebrities at the Cannes Film Festive (continuing the Palme D’Or theme). Very nice.
The service was spot on. Our server was delightful, prompt, and helpful – a trifecta. The drinks were excellent… I had a «Sapphire Bramble» which consists of Bombay Sapphire, Chambord, lemon, and agave nectar. Delicious and quite strong. My friend had the Caipirinha de Uva – equally as satisfying – and made of Leblon, lime, grapes, and agave nectar. Inventive drinks for an old dog…
All in all, a great place to spend a few moments. Open until 1:30AM every night, the Biltmore may very well become my Gables watering hole.

Great classy and historic place with superb service and bartenders.

This is such a beautiful bar. It has a great old world feel — almost like going back in time! I went here for a glass of wine after going to the spa and it was the first time I had ever been to the Biltmore, so it was a really neat experience. I was pleasantly surprised that it was happy hour, though I had wine, so I’m not sure how the mixed drinks are. Service was attentive, but not overbearing.
They also have live music here starting at (I think) 7ish every night. It’s mostly of the jazz persuasion. I’ll be back another night when it’s already dark outside and I don’t feel like I’m wasting daylight by being in a dark bar :)

We hit the bar here on occasion, so thought we would write a review of it, after all !
The Biltmore is the quintessential hotel, where everything is classic old school, but not in a ”stuffy” sense. From the hotel itself, to the fantastic golf course, to the magnificent pool, down to the cozy bar, everything is distinguished. The hotel rich design is steeped in history, and you just feel this as you walk through.
The main biltmore bar includes jazz (I believe every night now); simple piano, or accompanied by cello or guitar on some nights, it’s a great setting to cozy up on the couch, chat with friends around a table, or lean in with patrons or the bartender at the bar itself. Service is professional yet friendly, and everyone makes you feel right at home. Prices are on the higher side, and 18% is included in the check, but for the atmosphere, service and location, it’s expected and deserved… and they DO have happy hoursto help us out !! :)
They also have a cellar club bar around the corner from the main bar; smaller yet cozy, and just outside the italian restaurant, and Cascades, located poolside, with an outdoor cafè /​seating area that is FANTASTIC when cooler weather prevails.
I recommend wandering the grounds at the hotel, relaxing by the pool at sunset or just after (the lighting around the pool is sensational), and then step in barside and enjoy the rest of the evening with a cocktail, cold beer or wine. You will not be disappointed.

What a beautiful, casual venue. Inside the Biltmore Hotel where nothing is second best, this place was a perfect spot for a nice quiet evening of easy jazz. The lounge was quaint, and the setting was comfortable and relaxed, and business casual seemed to be the overwhelming dress attire for the night. The friendly staff was very responsive, and attentive to our needs. Check the bill since there is an automatic 18% gratuity added in for your calculation convenience. There was wonderful lite jazz in the background at a perfect volume to carry on a nice conversation without having to talk loudly. The Jazz Band was a two piece Piano and Bass combo, and it is clear very accomplished musicians. Want a relaxed evening to have a couple of drinks, chat with someone in a beautiful quaint setting, I know I found it.

I would have given five stars but the prices are outrageous. The saving grace is the quality of drinks and the service. I had a martini with Bombay Sapphire Gin — one of the best I have had. I actually had about three … or four. I don’t know — I lost count after #2. I thought the place would be hoity-​toity but it was not too bad. My fiancé and I actually struck up a conversation with the bartender, as well as with a man and his wife, which was funny because the guy and I graduated from the same highschool, albeit about 15 years apart.

I had a little trouble deciding on how many stars to give the Biltmore Bar. Went there for the first time last Saturday with my hubby to listen to Bossa Nova. The music was amazing, very sexy and easy going. The lounge itself is very nice, kind of quiet and boring at first but it’s very elegant and cozy. Service could be better, our waitress, Victoria, had a nice smile for lacked enthusiasm and energy. Drinks were great, especially since they had ½ price Belvedere vodka drinks and they were delicious. So, you are probably asking why only 3 stars??? Well, when we go to a lounge to listen to some music (which is not that often) we go with the intention of a nice, easy going evening. With good music, Mariana Martin and Claudio Spiewak were incredible. She has a sexy voice and he plays the guitar with amazing style. We go for some nice drinks and a few appetizers to accompany such drinks.
BUT, when you are in such a nice, elegant place, enjoying soft wonderful Bossa Nova with amazing performers, the last thing you want to eat is a hamburger, a grilled cheese, a club sandwich or a salad… HELLO!!! what in the world is that!!! We were VERY disappointed at such menu. We will go again, depending on who’s performing there but we’ll be sure to have dinner before we go. It’s a very nice place to enjoy a couple of drinks with that special someone or some friends but NOT to fill your tummy while your at it.
BOSSA NOVA performers: 5stars
Biltmore Lounge: 4 stars
Service: 3 stars
MENU: HORRIBLE!!! it’s a mood killer