Aficionados Liquor Store & Mixology Bar

I came here for a bottle of wine before heading to a dinner party, and I was extremely surprised with the selection to offer, I definitely found things that I wouldn't be able to get a total wine, In addition I was so excited to see their bar in the middle of the store, so I decided to have a "preliminary" cocktail 😁 and it was absolutely delicious, and very reasonable considering Brickell prices! I'll definitely be coming back!

I’ve been wanting to try this place out for the last 2-3 trips I came to the area. Decided finally to walk in one night. Highly recommend, different type of vibe than the usual but great experience. My new go to spot when I come stay at my place in the area! I forgot to get my bartenders name but she makes An amazing expresso martini and is friendly! Cheers

I've been dying to come here and was happy to be included in a media dine hosted by Monica G (follow her on Yelp & IG @k_r_e_a_m). I absolutely love the open space that makes for an ideal spot for large parties to mix and mingle without the hassle of getting in and out of tables.

I absolutely loved the Bloody Mary as evident in the 3 I imbibed! Seriously yummy and the crispy bacon provided that much needed hangover ingredient. Totally enamored with the Mac and cheese !!! Wasn't overly fond of the still mooing churrasco, but then again I prefer my meat to be medium in temperature. It was a big chewy for my palette.

DJ Mzmerize is off the chain with a mix that magically matched our mood from the flurry of excitement when we all arrived, to the food pictorials, to the abundant feasting and imbibing, to the state of chill which I'm currently taking this time to write this review.

I want to thank everyone at Arketekt for the yummy experience!

Delicious place! Love the cool vibe at this spot in downtown Brickell. The empanadas were DELICIOUS, we got the short rib one and the ham and cheese one. Definitely get empanadas! Also got the tasty strawberry Moscow mule and the short rib with risotto. My boyfriend got the churrasco dish, both were tasty and the meat was tender.

Great food and drinks, good portions. Had octopus, cauliflower and half chicken. Our server Daniel went out of his way to deliver 5 star service.

Favorite new bar in Miami, bonus points that it's a part of the liquor store from where I buy my whiskey. The staff at Arketekt is friendly, service is fast and the cocktails delicious! Can't speak for the food, though, as there are no vegan-friendly options. It's usually pretty chill here, which is a big plus for me.

Edit (aug, 14 2019)
They changed the decorations and the general image of the bar, like it more now than before, ordered a variation of a plate on the menu and chef was able to deliver exactly what was ordered, drinks were good and prices affordable for the area, service was good and fast. Only thing i would modify to connect better on the ambient is the volume of the music. Overall a great experience for me and the group i was with. Would recommend and return.

Previous experience: 4 / 5 stars
Service - excellent
Ambient and decor - excellent
Drinks - good taste but could be cheaper
Food - excellent (only had some to share with the table)

Extraordinary service. Nicest and best bar lady making the best martinis.

Nice/Small spot in Brickell, with a nice ambience, music, small food and drink menu. Pictured, we had an egg Benedict and a sunrise flat bread brunch. Try out their Lima Mule if you're a fan of the Moscow Mule and their old fashioned!

The highlight of living in Brickell! We stumbled on the bar to wait for our Airbnb host ... from the outside it looked unassuming but once inside we loved the vibes.

The highlight were definitely the delicious drinks – better than in some $$$ cocktail bars. Try the whiskey sour and espresso martinis.

We also loved the staff, Grace and Erin!

Overall, Aficionados became our daily spot for pre-drinks and, sometimes, after drinks. Looking forward to returning when I'm in MIA again.

Beautiful cozy place for hookahs, food and drinks. Saturday night is the best day to go. There is a model menu from 8pm to 10pm and free margaritas for ladies.

Perfect for a good drink and conversation, excellent atmosphere and decoration. I ordered an olsfashion and was perfectly prepared

This place is great! Appetizers are fantastic. Uber here because parking is a nightmare

Awesome grilled octopus! In fact all the food was great, but I have to mention the octopus because it's not easy to cook. The staff were very friendly and took their time with us. It was a fun, cozy, eclectic environment. And I need to get their play list! We really liked the music choices.

We stopped in the buy some spirits late morning. The selection was good and the prices very competitive. They do have cigars, however no humidor, so I was hesitant to purchase. I quickly perused the section and it appeared decent. They also had coffee/espresso, so we grabbed a cup. They sell Panther brand coffee and it was a nice bold blend. The staff was very nice.

Family owned business, every time i come her i feel like home. Prices are fair but most important the attention and treatment is amazing. Brickell wine bank always treat me like a nobody and i like to feel at home. Highly recommend aficionados.

This place is a hidden gem. It has a cozy bar with a savvy bartender who makes some really good drinks. Prices are good and is super convenient since I live close. Staff is very knowledgeable when it comes to wines. They sell some wines that I've never even seen before. Great place 5/5!

I have been a customer since 2012 and it is an amazing hidden gem in Brickell. The recent changes of the store gives it a sophisticated ambiance. Reasonable prices for top quality products. Pucho and the rest of the staff are nice and a great asset to the store (there was also one young lady that worked a couple years back and she was exceptional). Richard, the owner, takes great pride in his store and it shows through his expanding knowledge of his products and dedication to keeping his family-owned business growing. You can never go wrong with a hidden gem.

A friend of mine ordered champagne from Aficionados to celebrate my engagement. The order was apparently delivered but my apartment building package room was unable to locate the package. The manager at aficionados made the issue right by delivering a bottle to me directly within 20 minutes of my reporting the issue. Impressed with the customer service and looking forward to shopping at this location again for other celebrations, wine & spirit needs.

Aficionados Brickell is an excellent place to buy artisanal sprits. Everything that is sold in that store has a sense of place, an interesting story, great price for the quality, and the best part of all is that I am supporting families that care about their craft. I trust that every bottle of spirits purchased there will be an experience.

The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. The owners go above an beyond to offer an amazing selection and if it is not available in the store, he is very connected in the industry and can get pretty much anything required to cater to your special event. I highly recommend this place and I will continue to drive all the way from South Beach to visit this store.