Top 5 Date Spots Near Pinewood

1) Welcome a new day with a morning bike ride to Athalie Range Park 

525 NW 62nd St, Miami, FL 33150

Start your day on two wheels and on a good note at Athalie Range Park, a famous spot for nature and recreation just 5 minutes from Pinewood.

Named after Miami's first African American female principal and activist, this gorgeous community park is a slice of calm tucked near Little Haiti, perfect for an effortless morning ride, relaxing stroll, or spontaneous game of hoops. 

Here, the paved paths weave through green lawns and clusters of trees, giving you enough space to chat, move, and breathe before the day (and your date) kicks into full view.

If you're both up for more, the public pool at Athalie Range Park offers a refreshing dip, while the benches and grassy patches make for a relaxed cooldown spot afterward. 

Bike side by side and kicking back under the shade as Athalie Range Park helps you curate simple, intentional moments under the sun — exactly what a Pinewood morning should be.

2) Leave a stylish first impression with a boho-chic breakfast spread at Pura Vida Miami Shores 

9801 NE 2nd Ave, Miami Shores, FL 33138

Few things make a better first impression than good coffee, sunlight, and a plate that looks as good as it tastes, so set yours up with a boho-chic breakfast date at Pura Vida Miami Shores, just 4 minutes from Pinewood.

Blending clean lines with coastal calm, Pura Vida offers a laid-back yet refined space for an impressive all-day breakfast spread of avocado toasts, açai bowls, wraps, salads, and freshly baked pastries—all made to feel and taste healthy yet indulgent.

Here, coffee lovers can choose between whole, almond, or oat milk, with organic sweeteners for a lighter finish.

Meanwhile, those who'd rather skip the caffeine jitters will love Pura Vida's iced matcha latte and spiced chai tea latte for their smooth, balanced, and addictive flavors.

Instagrammable vibes, delicious food, and guilt-free drinks for a polished-but-playful start—now, that's what we call a Pura Vida power move!

3) Get lost in color, form, and quiet conversation at the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami 

770 NE 125th St, North Miami, FL 33161 

Let the city noise fade as you wander through galleries of light, texture, and emotion at the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami, only 7 minutes from Pinewood.

MOCA, spread across 23,000 square feet, is home to rotating exhibitions and a permanent collection of more than 500 contemporary works from artists around the world. 

Here, you'll find pieces by Alice Rahon, Cecilia Vicuña, and Liene Bosquê, alongside bold new installations that give you something new to look forward to at each visit.

Take your time moving through each exhibit, pause under the soft lighting, and let the space invite a slower rhythm — and when you're done, you'll step outside with new ideas, a few snapshots, and maybe a plan to come back for one of MOCA's film nights or public art programs. 

Admission is free, by the way, for members, veterans, city employees, and North Miami residents, making this cultural gem even more accessible. 

Thoughtful conversation guaranteed; pretension optional.

4) Ease into the night with Hawaiian plates and a laid-back island mood at Makana Kava Bar & Hawaiian Kitchen 

12009 NW 7th Ave, North Miami, FL 33168

Say no to stuffy dinner dates and yes to the pull of the coast at Makana Kava Bar & Hawaiian Kitchen, a tropical restaurant that brings island comfort just 5 minutes from Pinewood.

Here, warm lighting, bamboo accents, and the gentle rhythm of island tunes create an intimate and unhurried atmosphere where you can share a peaceful dinner, sample something new, and feel time slow down over each bite.

As for the food, well, expect classic Hawaiian comfort food with tropical flair at its finest, led by favorites such as loco moco, poke bowls, and grilled meats glazed with house-made sauces. 

For drinks, skip the usual cocktail list and try a traditional kava — an earthy Polynesian root beverage known for its relaxing buzz — or one of their fruity mocktails served in coconut shells.

Midway through your dinner, you'll find that conversations are flowing much easier—maybe it's the kava, the setting, or that unmistakable feeling that you've stumbled onto a hidden gem in the heart of North Miami.

Either way, Makana gives another reason to linger a little longer for the promise of what the night still holds.

5) Pair your nightcap cocktails with a beautiful overlooking view at The Citadel 

8300 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33138

End the day as memorable as you started it at The Citadel, a creative hub where food, music, and skyline views blend into one magical scene just 7 minutes from Pinewood.

A food hall and popular cultural hangout, this Little River gem brings together local chefs, artisanal cocktails, and live entertainment under one roof, allowing guests to start their journey sampling shareable plates from different kitchens downstairs and browsing through handmade retail finds on the next floor, before they head upstairs for the much-awaited highlight — a rooftop bar overlooking Miami's glittering skyline.

At The Citadel, the mood shifts as the sun sets: the air hums with soft music, glasses clink, and the city lights flicker to life in the distance, as you offer a toast to a first date or stretch an ordinary nightcap into a lasting experience.

Reservations are recommended for the rooftop, but trust us — that view is worth planning for.