For those who look forward to eating just as much as they look forward to watching tennis, you'll be happy to learn that this year's campus features more than 40 vendors ranging from gourmet meals to quick grab-and-go snacks. Some are newcomers like Fabel and Miami Slice, while others are fan favorites returning to the Miami Open campus such as Omakai, Kiki on the River, and No. 3 Gin Courtside Club.
Since there are so many restaurants and bars to visit at the event and little time between matches, New Times has rounded up this year's best new eats, returning fan favorites, and the best cocktail lounges to visit.
New Spots to Try During Miami Open 2025
Fabel - Located at The Grove: Fabel is described as an immersive restaurant, named for its goal to help guests create their enchanted fairytale with each. This Mediterranean restaurant is known in Wynwood for the elevated atmosphere of its rooftop and lounge owned and designed by Matthew Rosenberg's Miami-based architectural firm, M-Rad making it the perfect addition to the Miami Open.Miami Slice - Located at Sunset Terrace: This Miami fan favorite will bring its authentic New York-style pizza to the Miami Open this year. Since its viral days as a pop-up out of the La Latina kitchen in 2019, Miami Slice has gained a loyal following and been recognized by New Times' as "Best Pizza 2024." The menu offers five slices that can be gussied up with a choice of four "extras," including hot honey, a red sauce, three-cheese dip, or creamy stracciatella.
La Casa Brugal by Brugal Rum - Located at Palm Court: Brugal 1888 is an ultra-premium double-aged Dominican rum and this year's official rum partner of the Miami Open. During the tournament, guests can stop by its pop-up experience for signature cocktails with a Caribbean twist, like the Cafecito Martini and Rum Old Fashioned.
Fresh Del Monte Courtside Smoothies - Located at Sunset Terrace: Fans looking for a healthy yet refreshing menu can head to Fresh Del Monte Courtside Smoothies this year. The vendor will serve smoothies, fruit cups, sandwiches, and salad bowls, all made with fresh and wholesome produce to cater to
diverse dietary preferences and help with the Miami heat.
Siggi’s Parfaits & Snacks - Located at Palm Court: Siggi's is another addition to this year's campus. Fans can enjoy the grab-and-go convenient parfait layered with fruits and granola for a refreshing snack during the day; this will be a good stop for anyone on the move and ready to head to the next match.
Returning Fan Favorites
Kiki on the River - Located at Palm Court: Kiki on the River is the perfect "Mykonos escape" in between tennis matches. The little piece of Greece is coming to the Miami Open once again with its electric atmosphere, lush decor filled with rattan lighting fixtures and hanging greenery, and modern Greek cuisine. Omakai - Located at Sunset Terrace: After taking Miami by storm last year with six new locations around the city, Omakai makes its return to the Miami Open campus. This year, guests can order their usual specialty take-out omakase boxes, as well as the newly introduced hand roll bar, which offers a selection of handcrafted rolls for a quick bite in between matches.
Bodega Taqueria y Tequila - Located at Sunset Terrace: This popular taco and tequila staple returns to the Miami Open. While the food is amazing, and the cocktails will offer a refreshing escape, the Bodega space is dynamic and great for a hangout. Last year the space even had table tennis available for guests.
American Social - Located at South Plaza & Stadium: Another staple on campus is American Social, a popular Florida hangout that overlooks the South Plaza with a covered dining area filled with tables and a few lounge couches. Guests can head inside for delicious burgers, wings, and drinks to keep the energy high.
Best Cocktail Lounges and Bars
Dobel Tequila - Located at Palm Court: Dobel makes its return to the Miami Open for the third consecutive year as the tournament's official tequila. This year, Dobel will serve the official cocktail of the tournament, the Ace Paloma, at the Dobel Tequila Club in Palm Court and at locations throughout the campus. Anyone who has time to spot by the official club can lounge around with the ace paloma, and enjoy some photo ops with the view of the campus.Santa Margherita Rosé Giardino - Located at Sunset Terrace: Another returning beverage vendor is the Santa Margherita Rosé Giardino. During the tournament, guests can enjoy the stunning rose garden bar, Italian wines, and the fan-favorite "Margherita Frosé"—a refreshing, icy twist on the classic, perfect for cooling off.
No. 3 Gin Courtside Club - Located at Sunset Terrace: If there is one cocktail lounge to add to your list, it's the “No.3 Gin Courtside Club." Like last year, No.3 Gin will have a spacious lounge on the second level of Sunset Terrace providing the perfect view of Butch Buchholz (BB) Court. The tournament can be enjoyed with the signature cocktails, as well as an all-new frozen creation.
Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Garden - Located at Sunset Terrace: For a glamorous stop, guests can head straight to the Champagne Garden for Piper-Heidsieck Champagne, champagne floats, and a special twist on the classic cocktail French 75, along with light bites by Sushi Maki.
Other food and beverage partners include Amazonica, Angie’s Epicurean Ice Cream, Benihana, Celcius Courtside Lounge, Cheeseburger Baby, Cracked, Edgewater Grille, Ella’s Oyster Bar, Farmstead Chicken & Chips, Fatboy Smashburgers, Fuku Fried Chicken, Italian Vice, La Carreta, Miami Scoop, Suviche, Novecento, Oceana Coffee, Tacotomia, and Talking Tacos.
