Coconut Grove Local Guide
Best things to do in
Coconut Grove.
Miami's oldest neighborhood. Marinas, banyan trees, and the quietest Sunday-morning coffee scene south of the causeway.
Quick answer
The best things to do in Coconut Grove are Sunday brunch at Glass & Vine, walking Vizcaya Museum gardens, sunset drinks at Ariete rooftop, sailing from Dinner Key Marina, and coffee at Panther Coffee. Locals also love biking through Kampong Garden and the Barnacle Historic State Park.
Water & outdoors
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
1916 Italian-inspired villa with formal gardens and Biscayne Bay views. Best free-standing tourist attraction in Miami.
Dinner Key Marina
The Grove's marina. Rent a sailboat or grab drinks at Monty's Raw Bar.
Barnacle Historic State Park
$2 admission to a 5-acre bayfront park with the oldest home in Miami-Dade in its original location.
Kampong Garden
9-acre tropical garden with rare fruit trees. Reserve a tour.
Restaurants & brunch
Glass & Vine
Outdoor Peacock Park brunch. The Coconut Grove Sunday standard.
Ariete
James Beard-recognized chef Michael Beltran's flagship. Cuban-American fine dining.
Le Bouchon du Grove
French bistro. Weekend brunch with Miami's best croissant.
Lulu in the Grove
Indoor/outdoor casual American. Best group weeknight spot.
Bars & nightlife
Monty's Raw Bar
Waterfront tiki bar. Live music Fridays, best happy hour on the water.
Bombay Darbar
Rooftop above the CocoWalk. Sunset drinks with a bay view.
Ariete rooftop
Cocktail bar upstairs from the restaurant.
Weekend plans
Coconut Grove Farmers' Market (Saturdays)
The oldest farmers' market in Miami. Best morning ritual.
Sunset sail from Dinner Key
Sunset Sail Charter runs 2-hour trips. Best sunset in Miami.
Bike loop through CocoWalk and Kampong
6-mile ride through the Grove's tree-covered streets.
Frequently asked
What's Coconut Grove known for?
Coconut Grove is Miami's oldest neighborhood, known for banyan-tree canopy streets, waterfront marinas, Vizcaya, weekend brunches, and a relaxed sailing culture. It's quieter and more residential than Brickell or Wynwood.
Is Coconut Grove worth visiting?
Yes, especially for a quieter Miami day. Vizcaya alone is worth a half-day, and the walkable CocoWalk-to-marina strip gives you brunch, drinks, and a bay view in one afternoon.
How do I meet people in Coconut Grove?
Post a plan on Plus 1 (Vizcaya walk at 3pm Sunday, sunset drinks at Monty's Raw Bar at 6:30pm, Saturday brunch at Glass & Vine). The Grove attracts a slightly older, calmer crowd than Brickell, so plans skew brunch, walks, and sailing.
What's the best day to visit Coconut Grove?
Saturday morning for the farmers' market and Vizcaya. Sunday brunch at Glass & Vine or Le Bouchon. Friday sunset for drinks at Monty's Raw Bar with live music.
Is Coconut Grove safe?
Yes. Coconut Grove is one of the safest neighborhoods in Miami-Dade at all hours. Well-lit, residential, and walkable.
What's the best free thing to do in Coconut Grove?
Walk the Barnacle Historic State Park ($2, effectively free) or the free Biscayne Bay-front sidewalk from Dinner Key Marina to Peacock Park. Best free sunset view in Miami.
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