Tyler Bradley

The days of meeting your match IRL are not—we repeat, not—obsolete. Yes, it’s 2024 and you can mindlessly swipe for your dream date while lying on the couch watching another Dateline episode (of course, the husband did it). But wouldn’t it be better to go out there and get ’em yourself while maybe having a little fun, too? We think so! You never know when you might cross paths with that special someone who miraculously breaks the mold, doesn’t give you the ick and manages to restore your faith in dating and humanity with a simple smooch. Not sure where to start? We’ve got you: These are the best spots to meet singles in Miami right now. RECOMMENDED: Only-in-Miami date ideas to keep your relationship fresh and fun

Maybe you moved here during the pandemic, or perhaps you’re on your routine visit home to see family from the 212. Whatever brings you to Miami, there is no shortage of things that’ll remind you of the Big Apple or at least help you forget you left all those Pret-a-Mangers behind.  We probably don’t need to tell you Miami is practically the sixth borough, especially with the deluge of NYC originals that have found their way down south over the last few years. So, lace up those sneakers and prepare to do no walking whatsoever (okay, maybe a little): Here’s how to have the most Nueva York Day in Miami. How to have the most New York City day in Miami James Woodley" data-width-class="" data-image-id="103364285" /> Photograph: Courtesy Barry's Bootcamp/James Woodley 1. Fitness First at Barry’s Bootcamp Start the day with a boutique fitness class that’s all the rage. Maybe you’re a Barry’s Bootcamp diehard or prefer the torturous pulses of Pure Barre. Want your friends to know you’re still hitting Rumble while away? Whatever your workout thing, Miami’s got it. Photograph: Lauren Cedeño 2. Carb-o-load at El Bagel Unless you brought New York water with you, you’ll have to settle for Miami’s finest boiling your bagels. That’s not bad with places like El Bagel, where you can get the solid BEC you crave. There’s also Zak the Baker for that bagel and Nova fix. And if you’re having an NYC day mid-week, you can try Fox’s "Florida Bagel” at All Day on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Photograph

Looking for love anywhere is already tough, but throw in 90% humidity and a 10% chance that even the hottest pedestrian will be given the right of way while crossing the street and you have the total car wreck that is dating in Miami. Odds are, the person you’re about to go on a date with has blasted through a stop sign or nearly side-swiped you on Biscayne Boulevard at some point. What’s cuter than a meet-cute that ends in an ambulance? Welcome to dating in the 305! RECOMMENDED: How not to be a dick in Miami 1. Clothing-optional Is it body positivity, the heat or just the latest sale at Fashion Nova? Either way, don’t be surprised if you start swiping and seeing less and less clothing. It’s like undressing people with your eyes, but you just have to use your finger. 2. Name-drop it like it’s hot You know who? They went where? And you’re on their list? It’s all about who you know. In Miami, that person knows someone who opened that club and they’re like, really connected. You’re not. Sorry you’re irrelevant. Michal Mokrzycki" data-width-class="" data-image-id="105975141" /> Photograph: Courtesy Unsplash/Michal Mokrzycki 3. Rolls up in a Benz, but still lives at home Beep, beep! “Damn, that’s a nice car,” you say to yourself before getting in, only to later find out that the 27-year-old who works in retail still lives with their parents. No shade, but prepare for some skewed priorities (and splitting gas). 4. Another “entrepreneur” A quick peruse of any dating app in the 305