Syndicate South Beach
South Beach without the South Beach circus
What DatingDex says
Tucked on Alton Rd away from the Ocean Drive chaos, Syndicate keeps things low-key with solid coffee, craft drinks, and a crowd that's actually there to hang — not perform. The $$-price point means neither of you is sweating the tab, and the hybrid café-bar format gives you an easy excuse to stay for one more round.
Syndicate South Beach is one of the top low pressure first date spots in South Beach. At a moderate price point, it fits well when you want a low pressure first date feel without guesswork.
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