Your South Florida Guide
B SOFLO
Good people. Good businesses. B Side connections.
Looking for somewhere to eat, get your hair done, find your next outfit or get moving? Start here. These are the businesses, cultural spaces and community connections we want our SOULcialites to know about across South Florida.
Restaurants & Dining
Mango's Tropical Cafe
B Side FamilyOcean Drive dining, live performances, music and dancing.
900 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-673-4422VisitOvertown
Lil Greenhouse Grill
Soul food and comfort-food favorites in Historic Overtown.
1300 NW 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
786-277-3582VisitHouse of Wings
Wings with a wide selection of sauces in Historic Overtown.
1039 NW 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
305-371-6556VisitJackson Soul Food
A longtime Overtown destination for breakfast and soul food.
950 NW 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
305-374-7661Business InformationRed Rooster Overtown
Southern-inspired food and cultural hospitality in Historic Overtown.
920 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
305-640-9880A renovation closure was announced with an expected early December 2026 return. Check the website for current status before visiting.
VisitAllapattah
World Famous House of Mac
Specialty macaroni and cheese and comfort-food favorites.
1951 NW 7th Avenue, Suite 190, Miami, FL 33136
786-636-6967VisitMorgans Restaurant
Breakfast, brunch and comfort-food dining.
2800 NW 7th Avenue, Miami, FL
305-573-9678VisitWynwood
Dukunoo Jamaican Kitchen
Jamaican cuisine, cocktails and a lively Wynwood setting.
316 NW 24th Street, Miami, FL 33127
786-334-5150VisitBrooklyn Chop House Miami
Steakhouse dining with Asian-inspired dishes and dumplings. Inside the Moxy Miami Wynwood.
255 NW 25th Street, 7th Floor, Miami, FL 33127
305-515-5251VisitNouveau Miami
Southern-inspired dining and brunch in Wynwood.
108 NW 25th Street, Miami, FL 33127
786-703-7748VisitCoyo Taco
Mexican street food, tacos and drinks, with a separate lounge offering music and nightlife.
2300 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33127
305-573-8228Visit1-800-Lucky
A Wynwood Asian food hall featuring multiple dining concepts, drinks, DJs and music.
143 NW 23rd Street, Miami, FL 33127
786-381-2498VisitMidtown
Victory Restaurant & Lounge
Dining, cocktails and lounge experiences in Midtown Miami.
3252 NE 1st Avenue, Suite 107, Miami, FL 33137
305-877-1371VisitDowntown Miami
JRK! Downtown Miami
Jamaican-inspired bowls, jerk dishes, patties and plant-based options.
95 NW 1st Street, Miami, FL 33128
305-290-4684VisitMaple & Ash Miami
A contemporary steakhouse at Miami Worldcenter offering steak, seafood, cocktails and private dining.
699 NE 1st Avenue, Miami, FL 33132
305-901-8885VisitLittle Haiti & Little River
The Vegan Marie
Haitian-inspired plant-based meals, fresh juices and a rotating vegan menu.
274 NW 54th Street, Miami, FL 33127
786-308-9785MenuB & M Market and Roti Shop
A Little River Caribbean market and kitchen known for Guyanese roti, curries and West Indian favorites.
219 NE 79th Street, Miami, FL 33138
305-757-2889VisitNorth Miami
Chef Creole
Haitian and Creole cooking, seafood and island favorites. Multiple South Florida locations.
Multiple locations — see website
Locations & MenuRandy's Restaurant & Lounge
Haitian dining and lounge experiences in the North Miami area.
13420 NW 7th Avenue, Miami, FL 33168
305-687-9630Business InformationI Stronga Vegan Cafe
Caribbean-inspired vegan and Ital meals, juices, patties and desserts.
13343 NW 7th Avenue, North Miami, FL 33168
305-688-7400Business InformationMiami Gardens
LC's Roti Shop
Trinidadian roti and Caribbean food in Miami Gardens.
19505 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL 33169
305-651-8924Business InformationGolden Krust
Jamaican patties and Caribbean meals. Two Miami Gardens locations.
18316 NW 7th Avenue or 19664 NW 27th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL
Find a LocationDoral
Chick 'N Jones
Fried chicken, chicken sandwiches, wings, sides and catering.
9420 NW 41st Street, Doral, FL 33178
331-316-7164VisitSouth Beach
One Love Jamaica
Jamaican food inside the Lincoln Eatery in Miami Beach.
723 Lincoln Lane North, Miami Beach, FL 33139
786-505-8716VisitMatilda's Taco Bar
Tacos and Mexican-inspired dining in South Beach.
413 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
VisitMatilda's Kitchen
Cuban-inspired dining in Miami Beach.
1120 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
VisitCasa Matilda
A South Beach dining and private-event destination.
411 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Check the website for current dining availability. Private and special events are available.
VisitBars, Lounges & Music
From jazz lounges to cocktail bars and nightlife destinations, these are the spots worth knowing about.
HIYDE Jazz Lounge
Live jazz, R&B, poetry, dining and evening entertainment.
1828 NW 38th Avenue, Lauderhill, FL 33311
954-770-1346The Katz Restaurant and Lounge
Dining, cocktails and nightlife in North Miami.
738 NE 125th Street, North Miami, FL 33161
305-392-1982Tomorrowland
A Miami cocktail bar offering drinks, music and nightlife.
1368 N Miami Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
786-542-9994Dante's HiFi
A Wynwood vinyl listening bar featuring curated records, DJ selections, cocktails and a high-fidelity sound system.
519 NW 26th Street, Miami, FL 33127
Daer Nightclub
DJs, dancing and special events at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood. Ages 21 and older. Check the official website for tickets, event details and dress requirements.
Inside The Guitar Hotel, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood, FL
954-779-4750The Urban
An outdoor Overtown venue associated with music, cultural gatherings, food and special events. Check directly with the venue or organizer for current programming before visiting.
1000 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
Mango's Tropical Cafe
B Side FamilyOcean Drive dining, live performances, music and dancing.
900 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-673-4422Randy's Restaurant & Lounge
Haitian dining and lounge experiences in the North Miami area.
13420 NW 7th Avenue, Miami, FL 33168
305-687-9630Victory Restaurant & Lounge
Dining, cocktails and lounge experiences in Midtown Miami.
3252 NE 1st Avenue, Suite 107, Miami, FL 33137
305-877-1371Coyo Taco
Mexican street food, tacos and drinks, with a separate lounge offering music and nightlife.
2300 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33127
305-573-82281-800-Lucky
A Wynwood Asian food hall featuring multiple dining concepts, drinks, DJs and music.
143 NW 23rd Street, Miami, FL 33127
786-381-2498The NoMi Village
An outdoor North Miami destination for food, music, entertainment, vendors and community events.
12351 NW 7th Avenue, North Miami, FL 33168
Fashion & Accessories
Style, craft and culture from South Florida designers and makers.
Chic in Prints
African-inspired fashion, Ankara prints, clothing and accessories.
Fort Lauderdale area; online shopping.
Deborah Rose Designs
Custom fashion, couture and alterations.
4786 W Commercial Boulevard, Tamarac, FL 33319
305-303-6417JCash Jewels
Eclectic jewelry, accessories and styling for photo shoots, video shoots and special occasions.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida; online shopping.
Little Creations by J
Handcrafted, personalized jewelry created to reflect your individual style.
South Florida
Inquiries welcome on Instagram.
Hair, Beauty & Wellness
Natural hair, skincare, wellness and self-care from South Florida businesses worth knowing.
Natural Trendsetters
B SIDE 25 SponsorNatural hair care, styling and education rooted in African and Caribbean hair traditions.
1409 NW 6th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
954-486-1414Complexions by Court
Skincare, facials and beauty services in North Miami Beach.
1016 N Miami Beach Boulevard, North Miami Beach, FL 33162
305-978-0807Titi's Moringa
Moringa products, soaps, body butters and personal-care items. By appointment.
2881 W Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
954-918-9981By appointment.
BeLoved Box
A Miami-based fragrance and wellness brand founded by Danie Spikes, offering perfumes, body care, candles, home fragrances and curated self-care gifts. Corporate gifting is also available.
Miami-based; online shopping.
Fitness & Movement
Move your body. These are the fitness and movement spaces worth knowing about across South Florida.
The Sultry Core
Pilates and intentional movement led by Andrea "Drea" Mitchell, with a focus on confidence, connection and women's wellness. Check current schedules for times and locations.
South Florida; classes at Co-Space, Miami Gardens
Club Pilates Miami Shores
Reformer-based Pilates with options for different experience levels.
9537 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami Shores, FL 33138
786-865-6502In De Fete Fitness
Caribbean dance fitness featuring Soca, Reggae, Compa, Zouk and Afrobeats. Check current schedule for times and locations.
Broward County / South Florida; classes in Coral Springs
954-263-2229Community & Event Spaces
Spaces where community gathers, creates and connects across South Florida.
Co-Space
Coworking, content creation, podcast recording, meetings, events and community connections in Miami Gardens.
17161 NW 27th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
305-615-4210OVRTWN Corner
A Historic Overtown community hub bringing together culture, entrepreneurship, food, events and neighborhood connections.
1119 NW 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
The NoMi Village
An outdoor North Miami destination for food, music, entertainment, vendors and community events.
12351 NW 7th Avenue, North Miami, FL 33168
The Urban
An outdoor Overtown venue associated with music, cultural gatherings, food and special events. Check directly with the venue or organizer for current programming before visiting.
1000 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
The Black Archives / Historic Lyric Theater
B SIDE 25 Venue PartnerAn Overtown cultural institution preserving Black South Florida history and presenting performing arts, exhibitions and community experiences.
819 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
786-708-4610Community Organizations
Organizations doing the work across South Florida.
Florida Rising
B Side Community PartnerStatewide community organizing advancing racial and economic justice, civic participation, housing justice and stronger communities.
Florida, including South Florida
Black Men Build
A national organization with a Miami hub bringing people together through community service, political education, Men's Circles and local organizing.
National; Miami hub
SoFlo Grounded
A South Florida community initiative connecting neighbors around education, food access, wellness and community action.
South Florida, including Overtown
The Poetry Potluck
Community gatherings featuring poetry, live performances, art, food and conversation. Venues vary.
South Florida
Bookstores, Record Stores & Culture
Independent bookstores, vinyl shops and literary community spaces across South Florida.
Bookstores & Literary Spaces
Miami-Dade County
Roots Bookstore & Market
Black-ownedA Black-owned bookstore in Historic Liberty City offering books focused on Black literature, culture and community.
6610 NW 15th Avenue, Miami, FL 33147
Libreri Mapou
An independent Haitian bookstore specializing in Haitian literature, Creole books and Caribbean culture.
5919 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL
Books & Books
An independent bookstore with author readings, book signings and literary events. Multiple South Florida locations.
265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL
Books & Books Coconut Grove
An independent bookstore location in Coconut Grove offering books, author events and literary programming.
3409 Main Highway, Coconut Grove, Miami, FL
Dale Zine
Independent art books, zines, creative publications and artist-made works.
50 NE 40th Street, Miami, FL
EXILE Books
Independent artist publications, experimental books, pop-ups and creative programming.
Miami, FL
Verify current location and visiting arrangements before planning a visit.
The Black Bookstore
Black-ownedBlack literature and vintage book pop-ups across Miami-Dade.
Miami-Dade County, FL
Pop-up format. Verify current event schedule and sales format before visiting.
Broward County
Steamy Lit Romance Bookstore
An independent romance bookstore in Fort Lauderdale.
701 NW 5th Avenue, Unit 1061, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Old Florida Book Shop
Independent rare, vintage and used books.
3426 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Big Apple Books
Independent used bookstore.
5461 N Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Bob's News & Books
Independent books, magazines and publications.
1515 S Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
African Bookstore
Black-ownedOnline bookstore focused on African and African American literature.
Plantation, FL
Online only. Not a walk-in location.
Palm Beach County
Pyramid Books
Black-ownedA Black-owned bookstore focused on African American literature.
Boynton Beach, FL
Online only according to current bookstore directories. Verify before visiting.
Rohi's Readery
An independent children's bookstore and literacy-focused business.
West Palm Beach, FL
Verify current operating format before visiting.
The Palm Beach Book Store
An independent bookseller in Palm Beach.
Palm Beach, FL
Verify address and current operations before visiting.
Independent Record Stores
Miami-Dade County
Sweat Records
An independent Little Haiti record store offering new and used vinyl, music-related merchandise and in-store cultural events.
5505 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33137
Found Sound Records
Independent used vinyl specializing in soul, jazz, funk and collectible records.
1654 NE 123rd Street, North Miami, FL 33181
Yesterday and Today Records
Vintage vinyl and collectible music.
9274 SW 40th Street, Miami, FL 33165
Lucky Records Miami
Independent vinyl covering jazz, soul, hip-hop and reggae.
143 NW 23rd Street, Miami, FL 33127
Lulo Records Warehouse Experience
Independent vinyl warehouse and collector experience.
3475 NW 41st Street, Miami, FL 33142
Broward County
Connect Record Shop
Independent record store and music community space.
710 NW 5th Avenue, Suite 1021, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Vinyl Destination
Vintage and used vinyl.
937 NE 19th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
We Got the Beats
Independent music and vinyl shop.
840 E Oakland Park Boulevard, Suite 118, Oakland Park, FL 33334
Shellshock Records
Independent music store.
603 NE 13th Street, Unit D, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Palm Beach County
Rust & Wax Record Shop
Independent vinyl, CDs, cassettes and music collectibles.
2512 Florida Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Soulmates' Music Record Store
Independent vinyl and music space.
431 Northwood Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Confusion Records
Independent record store.
846 Park Avenue, Lake Park, FL 33403
Palm Beach Vinyl
Vinyl records and music collectibles.
West Palm Beach, FL
Primarily online and appointment-based. Not a regular walk-in store.
Literary & Cultural Community
Museums, Cultural Centers & Art Galleries
Institutions and galleries preserving and celebrating Black, Caribbean and African Diaspora history, culture and art across South Florida.
Miami-Dade County
The Black Archives / Historic Lyric Theater
B SIDE 25 Venue PartnerAn Overtown cultural institution preserving Black South Florida history and presenting performing arts, exhibitions and community experiences.
819 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
786-708-4610Historic Hampton House
A museum and cultural center exploring Black Miami history, music, art and the legacy of a historic gathering place. Check tour availability and book ahead.
4240 NW 27th Avenue, Miami, FL 33142
305-638-5800Marshall L. Davis Sr. African Heritage Cultural Arts Center
A Liberty City institution offering performing and visual arts education, exhibitions and cultural programming.
6161 NW 22nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33142
305-638-6771Haitian Heritage Museum
A museum celebrating and preserving Haitian art, culture and history.
4141 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite 105C, Miami, FL 33137
305-371-5988Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum
An Overtown museum preserving the history and experiences of Black police officers and the community's relationship to justice.
480 NW 11th Street, Miami, FL 33136
305-329-2513Little Haiti Cultural Complex
Caribbean art, cultural exhibitions and community programming in Little Haiti.
212 NE 59th Terrace, Miami, FL
Hampton Art Lovers
Art GalleryA Black-owned art gallery housed inside the historic Ward Rooming House in Overtown, celebrating Black artists and the cultural legacy of one of Miami's most storied neighborhoods.
249 NW 9th Street, Miami, FL 33136
Diaspora Vibe Cultural Arts Incubator
Art GalleryA Miami-based non-profit arts organization with over 30 years of nurturing emerging and mid-career artists from the African Diaspora. Now located at Barry University, continuing its mission of cultural arts incubation and community engagement.
Barry University 11300 NE 2nd Avenue Miami Shores, FL 33161
Now at Barry University
Oolite Arts
Art GalleryA Miami Beach arts organization supporting local and diverse Miami artists through residencies, exhibitions and public programming.
924 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-674-8278Bakehouse Art Complex
Art GalleryA Wynwood artist complex with over 60 studios and gallery spaces, home to a diverse community of working artists and regular open studio events.
561 NW 32nd Street, Miami, FL 33127
305-576-2828AfriKin / Maison AfriKin
Art GalleryContemporary African and African Diaspora art, exhibitions and cultural programming.
Miami, FL
Verify current exhibition address and visitor access before planning a visit.
Laundromat Art Space
Art GalleryIndependent artist studios and contemporary exhibitions in Little Haiti.
Little Haiti, Miami, FL
Broward County
African American Research Library & Cultural Center
A Broward County Library institution featuring African, African American and Caribbean research collections, literary programming, exhibitions and cultural experiences.
2650 Sistrunk Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
954-357-6282Ali Cultural Arts Center
African American heritage, visual arts and exhibitions in Pompano Beach.
353 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Pompano Beach, FL
Palm Beach County
Spady Cultural Heritage Museum
A Delray Beach museum preserving and sharing Palm Beach County's Black history and African Diaspora heritage.
170 NW 5th Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444
Automotive & Services
South Florida automotive and service businesses worth knowing.
Tropical Chevrolet
Chevrolet vehicle sales, service, parts and collision repair in Miami Shores.
8880 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami Shores, FL 33138
305-754-7551VisitLooking for B Side events?
Poetry, open mic and live music across South Florida.