Weekly Nibble: Celebrate July 4th in Miami

Ok, so July 4th is not really a holiday for food...unless that includes the traditional backyard BBQ or hamburgers and hotdogs.  Fireworks at Bayfront Park and on Miami Beach and throughout the Miami-Dade area are the biggest draw, but here are a few more fun happenings at some of our favorite restaurants and hot spots.

Thompson Miami Beach is celebrating the 4th of July with a poolside Dirty BBQ, from 12 to 7 pm. The party will feature a slew of social drinking games (giant Jenga, ping pong...or beer pong), fun floats, and of course finger foods with a Thompson twist, including signature TALDE items (think their famous Kung Pao Chicken Wings and Korean Fried Chicken), gourmet burgers and KOBE beef franks with all the fixin’s. Cocktail and beer specials will be offered, as well as their $5 valet for non-guests who eat and drink on property.  Thompson Miami Beach  4041 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140 786 605 4041.

The Federal Miami - notorious for their biskits - is offering an all American style BBQ and boozy brunch on Saturday July 4th, to satisfy all cravings for red, white, and blue. Stand out dishes include:  Uni Croissant – sea urchin, chives, sea salt, and butter. BBQ'd Deviled Eggs - smoked pulled pork shoulder, pickled serrano, and creamy horseradish. With visually appealing and colorful cocktails, guests can indulge in festive bottomless mimosas, tropical bellinis, mojitos, Michelada, and Pabst Blue Ribbon Tallboys for $19. The Federal  5132 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL (305) 758-9559

The Traymore at Metropolitan by COMO-  Stop in to The Traymore Restaurant and Bar 4th July weekend and savor special BBQ menu that will be available for lunch & dinner. Sit on our beautiful terrace and celebrate with us.  Menu includes: Florida Sweet Corn,Queso Fresco, Ancho Chili Salsa, Classic American Cheese Burger, Maine Lobster Tails w/ Paprika-Citrus Butter, Cuban Mojo Marinated Florida Pink Shrimp, Assorted Sausages, Anaheim Peppers & Onions, Herb Scented Organic Chicken Skewers, Grilled Churrascoo w/ Chimichurri Sauce. The Traymore 2445 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140 305 695 3600.

KLIMA - Come celebrate at KLIMA with a special July 4th menu that includes KLIMA Cole Slaw Salad, Angus Burger with jamon iberico or Pork Ribs  with potato truffle gratin and All American Apple Pie for $50 pp. KLIMA Restaurant and Bar 210 23rd Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139 786 453 2779

Jalapeño Mexican Kitchen on Ocean Drive is hosting an all-Mexican Beachside BBQ Bash to celebrate Independence Day from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m., on Saturday, July 4.  Serving up chicken, pork and steak tacos ($4 each) on the grill as you enter the restaurant. Red, White & Blue "Liberty Vice" cocktails ($5) will be offered all day, layering the restaurant's signature blended Strawberry Daiquiri and Piña Colada with a Blue Curaçao Floater. Jalapeno Mexican Kitchen  530 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139 305 532 4747.

Radio Bar is hosting a 4th of July Bash on Saturday, July 4 featuring $7 Sailor Jerry Punch and $7 Shot of Sailor Jerry & PBR with late night BBQ starting at 10:00pm.  Not only are there food and drink specials but there will also be a Miami Ink Pop Up Shop. Radio Bar  814 First Street, Miami Beach, FL. 305 397 8382. 

On Friday, July 3 Brendan O’Hara makes his return to Regent Cocktail Club with The Rescues to commence the holiday weekend. From 10 p.m. – midnight, Guests can enjoy soul-pop tunes while sipping on classic American cocktails, including Bourbon Old Fashions and Mint Juleps. Escape the hustle and bustle of South Beach and celebrate Independence Day with live music and cocktails at this elegant, inviting cocktail bar. Regent Cocktail Club 1690 Collins Ave Miami, FL 33139

On July 4th, you can crash the Delano’s poolside oasis, Delano Beach Club, as it invites guests to its celebratory night swim soirée in honor of America's independence. From 7 p.m. until 2 a.m., guests can enjoy grilling in the orchard and ice cream carts, and revelers are encouraged to swim under the full moon and starry sky while dancers and models provide in-pool performances where glow-in-the-dark beach balls and floaties will be up for grabs. With host Yes Julz and music by Tito, Arlette Carlin and Dave Sol, sounds will be bouncing off the legendary hotel pool keeping the party going till the early morning.  Delano South Beach 1685 Collins Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139

(Information provided by various sources and subject to change. Fireworks image by Creative Commons, AND For more information on July 4th Fireworks, Parades, Cruises etc. visit www.Miamiscapes.com)