Wynwood’s Hipster Hangout

With an eye on Miami’s upwardly mobile set, developers Brice Jones and Brad Gallagher have taken their unique hospitality concept, reminiscent of a bustling boutique hotel — without the actual rooms — to the Magic City’s artsy Wynwood district. 

The new 10,000-square-foot hangout, Freehold Miami, houses a front desk, two bars, a café, coffee shop, co-working spaces and a common area reminiscent of a hotel lobby. Beyond the lobby bar customers will find a 4,000-square-foot courtyard, featuring a cumaru wood “pool deck” with creative seating, leading to the central focal point, a sprawling turfed area for lounging reminiscent of a hotel swimming pool. 

Here, guests can enjoy different seating options, perfect for relaxing or enjoying dining outdoors while listening to their favorite local DJ. The courtyard also sports a trellis roof, bringing respite from the sun and a stage for live performances. 

Co-founders Jones and Gallagher opened their first all-day, all-night hospitality concept, Freehold Brooklyn, in 2015. The place has been so popular they opened a counterpart in Wynwood in December.

“We fell in love with Wynwood in 2015 and believed our concept would be a perfect fit for the ever-growing neighborhood as Freehold is so much more than just a bar or a restaurant,” Jones said in a press release. “We know we’ve accomplished our goal as creators when we see our guests arrive and utilize the space to work or host a meeting during the day and then stay to enjoy cocktails as the space transforms in the evening, offering a completely different ambience.”

Visit freeholdmiami.com.