Eddie’s Place

This place really is a dive. In all the best possible ways. From the moment we sat at the bar, manny the bartender made us feel at home. If you are looking for a place to have a world famous mojito, this is NOT it. If you are looking for a place to have a beer, or 8, without breaking the bank, this is where you need to be. It’s so terrible that it’s great!

Came in after a night of dinner and drinks on south beach. just wanted to do one more round. the place is a complete dive — but its close to the house and a nice little escape from all the pretentiousness. lol
The jukebox was steady pumping out Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, much to the «regulars» delights. it was my first time so i cant honestly say they were regulars. but they look like the kibnd of people that mightve been there for decades.
anyways, its good tohave a watering hole like this in my neighborhood and im sure i will be back

eddies is the place you go when everything else closes. It’s open late and drinks are cheap. You can smoke and there’s a jukebox so music varies. I like coming here late after I get off of work… So if you are in the biz, it works.

I stopped for a beer. Good service. Like the décor (dark, old). If you are a smoker, no worries because there is a vending machine for that. We opted for the bar. I would go back during afternoons to have a couple of beers but not a long stay due to limited amount of small tables (3).Not so good for large groups due to very tight space unless you have no problem standing around all day/​night. It was open mic, so that was enjoyable. Do not forget your cash.

I know you might be shocked — «Elena, the wine lover, goes to dive bars?» Why yes, yes she does, because Elena would never turn away a vodka and club soda for $ 3.00. Thank you very much!
I like dive bars. There is something to be said about establishments that have been around for 40 years when in Brickell, for example, a place closes every day. It says that alcoholics are loyal, if nothing else!
My absolute favorite is Grady’s in Fort Lauderdale but that is quite a drive for me so when I need my dive bar fix, this is where I go.
Eddie’s Place has been there for over 40 years. Then entire shopping all was built around it. I think Eddie himself may not be around anymore but who the heck knows.
Things you need to know:
1. People are super friendly but you WILL NOT or rather, SHOULD NOT try to meet the man/​woman of your dreams here. Just sayin…
2. No credit cards — cash only!
3. Karaōke Night on the first Saturday of every month. This is good as you will ALWAYS sound like a star to the local drinkers that have been there since noon.
4. There are darts, a pool table, some «test your strength» kinda thing, and a super modern jukebox that has no business being there. Bring back the old kind for authenticity please!
5. Bathrooms are surprisingly clean. Cleaner than at many restaurants I’ve been to.
6. You will leave smelling like an ashtray and so will all your belongings so ladies, leave your expensive bags at home and invest in a huge bottle of Febreeze.
7. BAD NEWS: You may or may not develop lung cancer GOOD NEWS: The money you saved on drinks can go towards medical expenses.
So if you want a good, cheap, stiff drink in a dark, smokey, friendly environment, stop by!
If you want a South Beach crowd and Martinis that glow in the dark and cost $ 20 bucks, stay away.

I guess the type that hangs out here doesn’t get on the computer much. 4 stars so maybe you’ll be enticed to come see it for yourself.