Gritty? We'll take the compliment

Even after seven years since his untimely death, Anthony Bourdain's influence continues to captivate those seeking genuine travel experiences. Known for his appreciation of authenticity, Bourdain celebrated places with enduring charm, like Miami Beach's Mac's Club Deuce, which he featured in three of his shows. Mac's Club Deuce is a relic of old Florida, stands defiant amidst Miami's glitzy scene, maintaining its dive bar essence since 1926. Despite the city's evolution into a glamorous hub, the Deuce remains unchanged, with its dim lighting, cash-only policy, and extended happy hours. It's a place where diverse patrons mingle, and its owners, the late Mac Klein and his wife Mary, resist the lure of commercialization, preserving its character.

Read more in Mariana Zapata's article 'One of Anthony Bourdain's Favorite Bars Was This Grubby Historic Miami Beach Spot'', for The Takeout.

Photo of the exterior of Mac's Club Deuce by HMBSoFL Photography