It’s hard not to travel through Florida and stop at all the restaurants and shops that have withstood the test of time. Take this pre-prohibition-era pub in Fernandina Beach, for instance, which is officially the oldest pub in the state. However, there is one historical spot in South Florida which has reemerged as an icon over the past few years, beyond just being a rewarding place to dine. Check it out.
Ball & Chain Bar and Lounge in Miami, Florida has been an icon within the community since the 1930s, and has since reemerged as a live-music venue with Cuban cuisine and mojitos galore.
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Ball & Chain has changed throughout the years after being opened as a saloon in 1935, with slight name changes including Himmel’s Ball & Chain in 1949 and the Ball & Chain Tavern in 1953.
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However, today, you can find the iconic spot in Little Havana serving up the finest Cuban cuisine, plus impeccable mojitos and a coveted community spirit.
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It’s not just delicious dining and refreshing drinks though, Ball & Chain presents over 80 hours of live music and entertainment weekly, including jazz, salsa, merengue, and so much more.
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You can sit on the patio outside and enjoy the music as you sip a cold cocktail and nibble on some fried plantains.
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Or watch the passersby on 8th street, and enjoy the hustle-and-bustle of a historic part of town as it continues to grow and flourish.
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Beyond being a world-famous nightlight hotspot, Ball & Chain also serves up fabulous Cuban cuisine, with a variety of tapas and sweet desserts.
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There are quite a few more modern menu options, too, like the Calle Ocho Burger featuring aged Angus beef, Tillamook cheddar, pickled, tomato, toasted brioche, and served with grilled pineapple slaw.
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Even just swinging by for a few Mariquitas de Maduros (sweet plantain chips) and a Calle Ocho Old Fashioned, you’ll enjoy the ambiance and maybe snag a few stories from the locals at the bar.
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Enjoy classic Cuban cuisine in a renowned spot that highlights their history in Florida throughout the entire restaurant.
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The address for Ball & Chain is 1513 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135. Ball & Chain is open Monday through Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m., Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. To learn more about the restaurant and music venue, visit the website or Facebook Page.
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