Baru

This place is small but nice location, what they need to do is better the prices four drinks and change the dj. If you are a dj and you don’t see anyone dancing maybe you should try different music, this place has a Latin taste how about playing more salsa, merengue, vallenato and does anyone remember a thing called bachata. Better the music and drink prices if you want better reviews.

The worst place in Brickell to spend your hard earned money! $ 9 Bud Light NO THANK YOU. No craft beer, rude service. I will never be back.

I visited the new Baru located across from Balans in Mary Brickell Village on a Saturday night. Their shady system has not changed: you pay $ 10 before midnight or $ 30 when they decide to change the price tag sometime after midnight and you receive the same amount in Baru Bucks.
It seemed like the price for my drinks varied depending on the server, but well drinks are around $ 16 on average. They are mostly ice, so that price seems a little high. One can use the Baru Bucks to partially cover the cost of drinks. However, tax and the service charge need to be paid separately. This can be a confusing transaction, so be sure to pay attention to how much money you are giving the bartender to ensure you get the correct change.
The music at Baru is great: the DJ was mixing Latin pop and American Top 40. The music at the upstairs bar TuCandela, however, is a lot better and people were dancing. Patrons are not permitted to take their drink from Baru to TuCandela, but I was permitted to take my drink downstairs from TuCandela to Baru. Also, TuCandela does not accept Baru Bucks.
The best part about Baru in Brickell is the outside area, which you won’t find in the Midtown location. Crowds gather in the patio to talk and have a good time while listening to Popular hits in a casual atmosphere.