New Japanese-Inspired Cocktail Lounge Opens in Miami Beach
Bar Shishi opens in the Class X building, offering a Japanese-inspired cocktail experience and dining options for residents and visitors in the area.
New Dining and Cocktail Options
A new Japanese-inspired cocktail lounge and dining space, Bar Shishi, is scheduled to open on September 19 in South Beach. Located on the third floor of the Class X building by RIVANI, the venue provides a specialized experience for both the public and building members.
According to Time Out Miami, the venue features a 12-seat bar and 108 private spirits cabinets specifically for RIVANI members. The establishment is open to the public from Wednesday through Saturday, starting at 7 p.m. until closing. During the week, from noon to 5 p.m., the space serves as a dedicated amenity for RIVANI members and their guests.
Culinary and Atmosphere
The menu at Bar Shishi includes items such as wagyu katsu, hand rolls, and hamachi crudo. Senior bar manager Kevin Lee utilizes specific techniques including Japanese cobbler shaking and the use of hand-carved diamond ice. The venue's atmosphere is supported by a soundtrack of over 100 records curated by musical director Eddie McDonald.
Local Context for Residents
For those looking at nearby residential options, several buildings are located in the vicinity of the new venue. In the nearby Coconut Grove area, The Lincoln currently has 4 active listings starting from $1.52M. Nearby, Grovenor House offers 4 active listings starting from $2.3M, while The Executive has 2 active listings starting from $1.15M.
Other nearby options include Mr. C, which has 26 active listings starting from $910,000, and The Well Coconut Grove, which has 6 active listings starting from $3M.
In the South Beach market, there are currently 807 active condo listings with a median asking price of $475,000. Data from September 2026 shows that the median asking price per square foot in South Beach decreased by 39.0% between August and September 2026.
Sources Time Out Miami: https://www.timeout.com/miami/news/miami-beach-is-getting-a-tokyo-style-speakeasy-from-the-team-behind-delilah-and-the-nice-guy-and-it-looks-stunning-090926
Frequently asked questions
When does Bar Shishi open and what are its operating hours?+
Bar Shishi is scheduled to open on September 19. It is open to the public from Wednesday through Saturday starting at 7 p.m., while it serves as a member amenity from noon to 5 p.m. during the week.
Where is Bar Shishi located?+
The venue is located on the third floor of the Class X building by RIVANI in South Beach.
What amenities are available at Bar Shishi?+
The venue features a 12-seat bar and 108 private spirits cabinets specifically for RIVANI members.
What is the median asking price for condos in South Beach?+
There are currently 807 active condo listings in South Beach with a median asking price of $475,000.
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South Beach condo market report — August 2026
25 closed sales, median $1,076/sq ft sold, 376 active listings in South Beach during August 2026.
South Beach condo market update — August 17–August 30, 2026
38 new listings and 14 closings in South Beach over the two weeks ending August 30, median $1,122/sq ft sold.
South Beach condo market report — July 2026
85 closed sales, median $575/sq ft sold in South Beach during July 2026.
South Beach condo market report — June 2026
96 closed sales, median $546/sq ft sold in South Beach during June 2026.