8 Great Spots With Takeout Piña Coladas in Miami

The ultimate tropical drink

by Alona Martinez Aug 6, 2020, 9:00am EDT

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by Alona Martinez Aug 6, 2020, 9:00am EDT

So far, this has probably been the oddest summer on record. With most folks staying close to home instead of jetting off to fun adventures half way around the world, turning the backyard into Club Med seems to be the safest option. Pool toys and music help set the tone, but what seals the deal is a refreshing piña colada in hand. Here are some of Miami’s favorite spots offering vacation in a plastic cup.

As always in these times, check the social media handles and websites for details like menu items and delivery hours as they may change as these restaurants adapt to these new business models. Also, always remember to tip well and call before using a delivery platform such as Postmates or UberEats, which comes with hefty fees for consumers and restaurants.

Editor’s note: outdoor dining is still permitted for restaurants in Miami-Dade County, and for those offering outdoor seating it is noted below.

La Placita

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As a result of the pandemic, chef Jose Mendin’s Puerto Rican restaurant La Placita has reinvented itself as a one-stop spot offering four different eateries offering to-go juices, tacos, a green market, and a “Piggy Bank” Placita menu where all items range from $5 to $19. Favorites include the tripleta Boricua, roasted pork, country ham, fritas and salsa marirosa, mofongo ramen, and fried cheese with guava. Wash it down with a boozy piña colada, which is available to-go.

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6789 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33138

(305) 400-8173

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1-800-Lucky

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The trendy, Asian-inspired food hall boasts a Lucky Colada, a unique coffee-infused piña colada created by bar manager, Paige Diehl. Pair it with food from one of its many vendors like Tâm Tâm, the newly opened Vietnamese pop-up offering dishes like Viet elote and Saigon grilled beef banh mi.

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143 NW 23rd St, Miami, FL 33127

(305) 768-9826

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Esotico Miami

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Playful tiki spot Esotico Miami is offering its cocktails to-go, served in anything from 3-liter pouches to individual flasks. The “Sexy Colada,” (available upon request) has garnered international fame, and is less sweet than the traditional version and includes a welcome addition of lime and ginger. The Clarified Piña Colada, available in 3.4 ounce bottles, uses an elaborate straining procedure to create.

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1600 NE 1st Ave #102, Miami, FL 33132

(305) 800-8454

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Carrot Express Downtown (Multiple locations)

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Those passing on booze will find this flavorful, refreshing, and healthy rendition of the world’s most famous tropical drink here. Made with pineapple juice, coconut milk, banana, honey and ice, it’s a smart addition to sip alongside its healthy yet flavorful menu. Available for takeout or outdoor dining.

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98 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33132

(786) 646-0620

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Over Under

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Originally envisioned to be a cocktail bar with a solid food program, COVID-19 shifted the focus into a succinct menu featuring items like burgers and vegan Jamaican patties, all begging to be washed down with one of the best frozen piña coladas in town. It comes in a bright yellow plastic cup automatically announcing the happy buzz that soon follows. Available for takeout or outdoor dining.

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151 E Flagler St, Miami, FL 33131

(786) 247-9851

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Lost Boy

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This Downtown Miami pub has transformed itself into a temporary liquor store offering a variety of premium spirits, wines, beer growlers, and to-go cocktails, including piña colada. The drink is made on the spot with a serving size scaled for 3 to 4 people.. There are also assorted meat and cheese boards, beef jerky, and sandwiches for those seeking an excuse not to cook.

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157 E Flagler St, Miami, FL 33131

(305) 372-7303

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Monty's Raw Bar

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This Miami institution recently celebrated its 50th year, a clear sign that folks are fans of its waterfront location, seafood dishes, and tropical-themed cocktails. With coronavirus regulations in place, diners can still enjoy dinner al fresco in the large outdoor dining area or opt to take their food and piña colada — one of the restaurant’s most popular drinks — to go.

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2550 S Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33133

(305) 856-3992

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Kush Coconut Grove

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This recently rebranded Coconut Grove outpost offers South Florida favorites like the Kush burger and the grouper reuben sandwich. Cocktails pop with personality and that includes the eatery’s own take on piña colada, the 120K, which is made with rum, Giffard Banane du Brésil, cream of coconut and pineapple juice.