Living in South of Fifth
Unlike the rest of South Beach, South of Fifth is relatively quiet and relaxed. The neighborhood has its own set of historic restaurants and bars, but the focus here isn’t on partying. Surrounded by water on three sides, South of Fifth has some of the best views in Miami Beach, making it the place to go to relax and unwind.
Beautiful low-rise Art Deco buildings pepper South of Fifth. They house a variety of establishments, from designer boutiques to specialty stores. Chic hangouts, restaurants, and bars are also scattered around the neighborhood. Locals will always recommend Smith & Wollensky, famous for their dry-aged steaks, and Joe’s Stone Crab, one of the oldest restaurants in the area. Other highly recommended restaurants in South of Fifth include South Pointe Tavern, Stubborn Seed, and Estiatorio Milos by Costas Spiliadis.
South Pointe Park in the southernmost tip of the neighborhood is more than a boundary mark. It is part of South of Fifth’s identity: a lush oasis in an otherwise busy island. Another point of interest is the Jewish Museum of Florida, located in what used to be synagogues.
