Food & Fun: Why We’re Adding the Miami Open to the Top of Our Must-Do List This Spring

As an international melting pot, Miami is world-renowned for its foodie culture. So, it’s no surprise the dining and beverage options will be virtually endless at the Miami Open. This year, there's a new signature drink: the Ace Paloma made with Dobel tequila. Or venture outside the campus for taco or frozen margarita from Miami Beach’s beloved Bodega Taqueria y Tequila. Looking for date night options? There’s Kiki on the River, an indoor/outdoor romantic riverside oasis that embraces the spirit of the islands with time-honored Greek favorites like saganaki and tzatziki and modern dishes like lobster pasta and dry-rubbed "dino" ribs, all made in-house from scratch. Or try Omakai, a fun twist on omakase known for its various set menus designed for every palate. They’re rolling out an exclusive menu for the Miami Open featuring appetizers, sashimi and hand-cut rolls.

Tennis skirts may be the outfit du jour when it’s time to serve (although, we’d wear one as a stylish statement, too), but there’s just as much fashion to be seen off-court. Stroll the campus between games to take in Miami’s best-dressed. Or head to nearby Miami Design District or Miracle Mile in Coral Gables to spend the big bucks on a souvenir you’ll never forget.

As if the Pérez Art Museum, Brickell and the Wynwood Walls weren’t enough, the Miami Open is kicking its art installations up a notch. The event will feature art murals from six local and diverse artists—Grabster, Remote, Nate Dee and SURGE, to name a few—within the tennis campus for a ‘gram-worthy backdrop you can’t find anywhere else.

If you prefer your art aural, local Miami DJs and musicians will be performing all day and night at the Hard Rock Stadium for one-of-a-kind music programming between game, set, match. There’s also theme nights such as “College Night” for the 21-and-under set (March 24), “Brazilian Heritage Night” (March 26) and “Out at the Open,” an LGBTQ+ pride event (March 27).