1. Sweat Records
City: Little Haiti, FL
Category: Nightlife
Telephone: (786) 693-9309
Address: 5505 NE 2nd Ave.
Description: In addition to the store’s live music, Sweat Records is a great place to go if you want to be around people outside of a bar setting. Open until 10 p.m. Tues through Sat, the store is always full of music nerds, hipsters, and tourists hanging around the vinyl bins or slowly sipping a coffee while taking full advantage of the free Wi-Fi. The store’s organic coffee bar serves espressos, cappuccinos, Mexican spiced hot chocolate, and vegan desserts. Should you get the sudden urge to go out or want to continue a conversation with an attractive neighbor after closing time, Churchill’s Pub is right next door and Sweat hosts a variety of nightly events.
2. Churchill’S Pub
City: Little Haiti, FL
Category: Nightlife
Telephone: (305) 757-1807
Address: 5501 NE 2nd Ave.
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Description: A local music institution, Churchill’s hosts live music almost nightly and has free or very inexpensive admission. Monday Jazz Night begins at 9 p.m. weekly and Unplugged Wednesdays features local live artists. Other than those two regular events, the schedule is updated constantly and features local and international talent. Pool tables and outdoor seating are available—it’s not a fancy place but its edginess gives it character and lures its eclectic audience.
3. Sweat Records
City: Little Haiti, FL
Category: Nightlife
Telephone: (786) 693-9309
Address: 5505 NE 2nd Ave.
Insider Pick:
Description: Perhaps one of the best known establishments within Miami’s indie music scene since its establishment in 2005, Sweat Records is part music store, part coffeehouse, and part music venue. Live music is one of the in-store events and big names such as Iggy Pop and Kimya Dawson have taken the stage before. Churchill’s Pub is located next door, so the two frequently work together and share musical guests. Schedules and lineups can be found on the website and are always up-to-date; some events require prior RSVP.
4. Sweat Records
City: Little Haiti, FL
Category: Shopping
Telephone: (786) 693-9309
Address: 5505 NE 2nd Ave.
Description: Conveniently located next to famous punk scene Churchill’s Pub, Sweat Records has become one of Miami’s leading record stores and cultural centers—even Iggy Pop has stopped by. Besides their large selection of new and used LPs, CDs, DVDs, and books, the store hosts various events weekly. Their in-store coffeehouse gives patrons the opportunity to enjoy organic coffee and take advantage of free Wi-Fi. The store is a firm supporter of local talent and eco-friendly causes.