As Thanksgiving approaches, South Florida restaurants are welcoming back their seasonal fall cocktails, offering unique blends of autumnal warmth with a refreshing tropical flair. New and exciting additions to the fall cocktail lineup promise to elevate holiday celebrations with vibrant flavors and local ingredients, perfect for cozying up or raising a toast.
Miami
Delilah Miami: Pumpkin Espresso Martini
Everyone’s favorite cocktail just got a fall twist at Delilah Miami, known for its technique-driven dishes and vintage, celebrity-frequented atmosphere. Available throughout the fall season, the Pumpkin Espresso Martini ($21) is made with vodka, pumpkin-spice syrup, coffee liqueur and espresso, all topped with espresso beans. Sip on the festive cocktail in the stylish indoor dining room or alfresco via the restaurant’s waterfront patio offering panoramic views of Biscayne Bay.
Instagram: @delilahmiami
Address: 301 Brickell Key Drive, Miami, FL 3310
LT Steak & Seafood: Festive Old-Fashioned
At LT Steak & Seafood, helmed by award-winning Chef Laurent Tourondel in the Michelin Key-recognized Betsy Hotel, fall is best sipped with the 1888 Festive Old-Fashioned ($17). This seasonal cocktail blends Brugal 1888 rum with chai tea syrup and Angostura bitters, delivering warming spice, subtle sweetness and rich depth in every sip. Available starting October, this limited-edition cocktail is best enjoyed on the terrace overlooking Ocean Drive or inside with live jazz setting the mood.
Instagram: @ltsteakandseafood
Address: The Betsy Hotel, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Cleo: Fall Fizz
At Cleo, the chic new Miami Beach dining destination where Eastern Mediterranean flavors meet coastal cool, autumn arrives with a seasonal sip designed to capture the spirit of the season. The Fall Fizz ($16), available only in November, blends vodka, pear liqueur, fresh lemon juice, ginger and soda for a light, effervescent take on fall flavors. Crisp and refreshing with a subtle kick of spice, it evokes the brightness of the season while staying true to Cleo’s sun-soaked Mediterranean lens. Perfectly paired with modern mezze and the restaurant’s breezy terrace ambiance, it’s an elegant toast to fall in Miami Beach.
Instagram: @cleomiamibeach
Address: 350 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Donna Mare Italian Chophouse: Spiked Fig Negroni
Donna Mare Italian Chophouse, located adjacent to the historic Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, brings the soul of Italy to the heart of Miami Beach. This fall, it brings the warmth of the season to the table with its Spiked Fig Negroni ($18), featuring Hendrick’s gin, sweet vermouth, fig liqueur and a touch of fresh thyme. The cocktail blends autumn’s earthy sweetness with a sophisticated edge, making it the perfect sip for cool nights by the beach.
Instagram: @donnamaremiami
Address: 3925 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club: Bourbon Maple Old-Fashioned and Pumpkin Spice Affogato
Located in Miami Beach along the famous Beachwalk, Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, Autograph Collection is a 357-room oceanfront resort in the heart of Mid-Beach at 39th Street and Collins Avenue. This fall, it welcomes guests to indulge in seasonal cocktails throughout the property. The Lobby Bar invites those looking for a post-dinner nightcap to sip on the Bourbon Maple Old-Fashioned ($18), with Woodford Reserve, maple syrup, orange bitters and an orange twist. If that wasn’t enough to bring the spice to the beach, Il Merkato, the traditional Italian market at the entrance of the hotel, offers a zero-proof seasonal treat with its signature Pumpkin Spice Affogato ($14).
Instagram: @cadillachotelmiamibeach
Address: 3925 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
Bungalow Beach Bar & Grill: S’mores in the Sand
Bungalow Beach Bar & Grill, the charming beachside bar at Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, is serving up cozy campfire flavors with a beachside twist this fall. The S’mores in the Sand ($18) combines Havana Club rum, chocolate liqueur, coconut cream, marshmallow syrup and cold brew coffee. Served over ice with a graham cracker rim, toasted mini marshmallow and chocolate drizzle, it’s equal parts decadent and nostalgic.
Instagram: @bungalowmiami
Address: 3925 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
Uchi Miami: Camuri
Japanese for “home,” Uchi is Hai Hospitality’s award-winning flagship restaurant serving a nontraditional take on elevated Japanese cuisine and an ever-changing seasonal menu. The restaurant’s cocktails utilize the freshest ingredients inspired by both Japan and Miami’s tropics. This fall, guests can enjoy the Camuri ($16), featuring spiced plantain tepache, a plantain-based blend of fall-adjacent spices, paired with Planteray Original Dark Rum and Campari.
Instagram: @uchirestaurants
Address: 252 NW 25th St., Miami, FL 33127
The Elser: Southern Sunset
At The Elser Bay Terrace, located on The Elser Hotel’s expansive rooftop sun deck, guests can toast the season with a festive new creation while enjoying sweeping views of Biscayne Bay. The Southern Sunset ($20) is a refined blend of smooth bourbon, ripe peach purée and sparkling prosecco, served over ice in a chilled tumbler with a cinnamon-sugar rim and a fresh peach slice garnish. Balancing warmth and effervescence, it’s a cocktail that feels both comforting and celebratory against the Miami skyline.
Instagram: @theelserhotelmiami
Address: 398 NE Fifth St., Miami, FL 33132
Hotel Continental: Pumpkin Chai Mai Tai and Pomegranate Gin Bramble
Located within the newly renovated Hotel Continental, a boutique lifestyle hotel in Miami Beach, Divebar is a retro-chic standout offering a modern take on cocktail culture in the heart of the city’s Mid-Beach district. This fall, discover the elevated Pumpkin Chai Mai Tai ($16), made with Coconut Cartel rum, orgeat, sour and Art of Tea’s pumpkin-spiced chai. These ingredients blend together to capture the flavors and aroma of fresh-baked pumpkin pie. Featuring Divebar’s unique caffeine-free pumpkin pie blend, this cocktail delivers sweet, spicy and savory flavor notes in every sip. For those looking to indulge in a refreshing fall delight, try the Pomegranate Gin Bramble ($16). This sassy sipper showcases the smooth sophistication of Hendrick’s gin, a juicy splash of fresh Victor pomegranate and a tart kiss of sour blackberry elixir.
Instagram: @hotelcontinentalmiamibeach
Address: 4000 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
Teatro: The Firebird
Fall takes center stage at Teatro, the immersive dining destination tucked inside the Adrienne Arsht Center’s Ziff Ballet Opera House. A seasonal riff on a classic margarita, The Firebird ($20) features tequila, lime juice, a tangy tamarind syrup, orange liqueur and a house-made habanero shrub, served over a hand-shaped shaved ice sphere in a martini glass with a Tajín rim. It delivers a perfect balance of heat and depth that feels made for the season. Set against Teatro’s dramatic red-hued interiors, theatregoers can enjoy a chef-driven New American menu by Executive Chef Jose Danger of Constellation Culinary Group, enhanced by creative cocktails and an expansive wine selection that sets the scene for pre-show dining and celebratory evenings.
Instagram: @teatrorestaurant.arsht; @byconstellationfl
Address: Adrienne Arsht Center, Ziff Ballet Opera House, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33132
Verde: Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini
Autumn arrives at Verde, the waterfront restaurant at the Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), with the Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini ($15), a fun take on two classic favorites. Cozy yet indulgent, it’s the perfect sip to welcome the cooler weather, featuring Tito’s Vodka, Bailey’s, espresso and pumpkin spice, topped with Jameson cold foam. Surrounded by contemporary art and panoramic views of Biscayne Bay, guests can enjoy the Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini from Verde’s expansive terrace sheltered under lush greenery while basking in the South Florida weather.
Instagram: @verdemiami
Address: Pérez Art Museum Miami, 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33132
ADRIFT Mare
ADRIFT Mare is a Mediterranean oasis on the 25th floor of Hotel AKA Brickell under the guidance of Michelin-starred “Gypsy Chef” David Myers. Complementing the gastronomic journey are cocktails meticulously curated by renowned mixologists Moe Aljaff and Juliette Larrouy, drawing inspiration from prestigious bars worldwide, including the seasonal Garden Sour ($17). The drink is made with rosemary and fig-infused whiskey, aquafaba and lemon, providing the perfect infusion of autumn flavors. Don’t miss the drink during ADRIFT Mare’s all-new lunch hours, Monday through Friday from noon to 3 p.m. where diners can catch the cocktail for $10.
Instagram: @adriftmare_miami
Address: Hotel AKA Brickell, 1395 Brickell Ave., 25th Floor, Miami, FL 33131
Fort Lauderdale
Casa Sensei: Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Martini
Casa Sensei brings the flavors of fall to Fort Lauderdale with the Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Martini, a creamy, indulgent mix of vodka, white chocolate pumpkin liqueur and pumpkin spice, topped with whipped cream. Voted “Best Asian Restaurant” by Fort Lauderdale Magazine for five consecutive years, Casa Sensei brilliantly blends traditional Latin American cuisine with Pan-Asian staples to create the best of both worlds. Guests can enjoy the limited-edition cocktail while taking in views from the elegant dining room, the dog-friendly patio or a scenic Riverfront Gondola Tour along the Himmarshee Canal—making fall sipping a full sensory experience.
Instagram: @casasensei
Address: 1200 E. Las Olas Blvd., #101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Phone: 954.530.4176