Kaori

Looking for a sleek, understated cocktail bar in Brickell—one that channels the effortless cool of Williamsburg, for instance, and hasn't been overrun by the neighborhood's swarms of tourists or recent transplants? The intimate ground floor of this bi-level modern Asian restaurant fits the bill, boasting a beautiful, creamy quartzite bar, tufted leather cocktail booths, ambient lighting and one of the best happy hours in the area. Available Tuesday through Sunday from 5 to 8pm in the bar and dining room, the menu features $1 oysters, $10 cocktails made with ingredients like aloe and shiso, and a selection of beer and wine for $7. Aside from its solid drinks and friendly prices, downstairs at Kaori also hosts weekly Sound Sessions on Fridays and Saturdays, when some of Miami’s best DJs spin vinyl and keep the chilled vibes going all night.