Fat Tuesdays - Coconut Grove

It’s getting to be late February, and many people are taking out their green, yellow and purple clothing to celebrate one of the South’s most well-known celebrations – Mardi Gras. Although Mardi Gras may be in New Orleans, there are several events coming up throughout the many areas in Miami. There’s events in Brickell, South Beach, and my personal favorite Coconut Grove.

This blog isn’t about those upcoming events though. It’s about one of Coconut Grove’s most well known bars that directly reflects this holiday. Many people I asked said it reminds them distinctly of Spring Break or Fantasy Fest in Key West. Others said it’s always been one of their go-to bars when going out in the Grove.

This place is Fat Tuesday’s. Fat Tuesdays is known for the “New Orleans Original Daiquiris,” especially their most popular hit the “190 Octane.” Located in Cocowalk in the heart of the grove, it’s easy for any bar-goer to stop into.

“We’ve always gone to Fat Tuesdays, but it always kicks up this time of year,” said University of Miami student Kelsey Robbins.

“We love the 190 Octanes, but it’s so sugary so sometimes we have to switch it up,” she said.

During the week nights, the Grove is a big college bar spot. On the weekends, and on Wednesdays are more local nights. But if you hit up Fat Tuesdays, you’re almost guaranteed to have to wait in line.

Most recently, Fat Tuesday’s has had a new drink special that the college students have been loving - $1 fireball shots.

“Oh man, the dollar fireball shots are dangerous,” said Becca, friend of Kelsey. “They’re so worth it until you wake up in the morning,” she said laughing.

Fat Tuesdays seems to be the place to be, and if you wake up in the morning with a “Jello Shots” stamp on your hand – you know you’ve successfully gotten into Fat Tuesday, and came out several fireball shots deep.

Happy Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday Friends!