MODE Downtown Miami — Restaurant in Miami

Cannot express how fun this venue was. Upon arrival I noticed a small line at the door. I, not being one for waiting in lines, decided to give it at least 5 minutes before calling it quits. Within a couple of minutes, I was at the front of the line where I was greeted by the courteous doorman. He checked my ID and allowed me to check in on the guest list with the girl at the podium. Once inside, I as taken back by the decor. The wooden ceilings. The soft warm white light ambiance. A room filled with patrons and socialites alike. What more can I ask for? So I tried my luck at the Craft cocktail bar. I requested a menu and to my liking, I noticed a list of enticing libations with a satisfying array of options. I happily ordered my drink. The service and friendly nature of the bartender was certainly noticed. She was quick, efficient, charming and communicative. After conversations with a few acquaintances, my curious nature lead me down a flight of stairs into a basement. A basement in Miami? Yes! Apparently, it used to be a bomb shelter during the height of the Cold War. In the basement, I was surrounded by VIP booths lining up against the wall with all of them leading either to the DJ Booth on the right or the Bar in the back.The bar in the back seemed to be more of a high volume bar. Which I also don't mind. The low ceilings helped give the room an intimate feel while the music was very inviting and had the crowd in a constant groove. This was definitely more of a party compared to what was upstairs. The idea of having the two rooms/vibes option is a luxury by any stretch when it comes to venues and Miami's nightlife. All in all, I loved the place. Would recommend for happy hour, a night out dancing, drinks with friends, or even a night cap. Five stars...

DO IT! 🔥 Big Ben at Club Mode — The Heartbeat of Downtown Miami 🔥

If you haven’t experienced a night curated by Big Ben at Club Mode, you haven’t truly experienced Miami nightlife. Period.

From the moment you walk in, Big Ben sets the vibe — not just with beats that shake the walls, but with an energy that grabs hold of the room and doesn’t let go. Whether he's on the mic, behind the decks, or moving through the crowd with that signature Miami swagger, Ben doesn’t just work the room — he owns it.

His sets are pure fire — a seamless blend of house, hip-hop, reggaeton, and EDM that keeps the dancefloor packed ‘til the lights come on. He reads the crowd like a book, dropping exactly what you didn’t know you needed at just the right moment. The man is a master.

But it’s not just the music. Big Ben brings something that you can’t fake — vibes. He connects with people. He hypes the crowd. He makes you feel like you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be — right in the heart of the hottest spot in Downtown Miami.

Whether you're a local or just visiting, a night at Club Mode with Big Ben behind the scenes is a night you’ll be talking about long after sunrise.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Certified legend. Must-experience. Miami nightlife wouldn’t be the same...

Doorman and lady were actually decent but their boss (short guy with the trashy fake Prada sneakers) was an absolute clown. Went to see a friend dj which they were giving away free tickets for, but the online ticketing system wasn't working on my phone. Doorman was fine letting me in, then his boss tries to make me pay $30 (for a free ticket). Just impressively rude attitude as well given the place was less than half full. Left out of principal. Have bought a lot of tables at a lot of places in this city but won't be spending a dime in this establishment. Poor location and downtown is packed with good competitors (jolenes/Dantes etc). Way to turn off customers before they even get inside - not sure you have the rep nor the uniqueness to do so.

I will reiterate the taller doorman and doorwoman were friendly enough.

Edit: the account's response indicates I showed up at 12:30. This is incorrect we were at the door at 11:50 and held outside until after 12. The attitude and demeanor of the doorman manager (not the regular doorman and woman) was the issue here which I don't see addressed. Train your...