The h.wood Group unveils a Tokyo-inspired speakeasy at RIVANI Miami Beach
- Jake Nicholas
- Nov 14
- 2 min read
The h.wood Group, the Los Angeles hospitality powerhouse behind some of the country’s most influential dining and nightlife venues, is bringing a Tokyo-inspired speakeasy to RIVANI Miami Beach — the $100 million Class X office redevelopment led by real estate visionary Robert Rivani.
RIVANI Miami Beach is redefining workplace design with a hospitality-first approach, blending five-star service, wellness, and architecture in the heart of South Beach. The new speakeasy, tucked behind a hidden access door on the third-floor amenity level, will channel Shōwa-era Japan with warm lighting, vintage textures, and a curated vinyl collection that mirrors the discreet charm of mid-century cocktail lounges.
“Hidden within RIVANI Miami Beach, the concept is crafted to feel like a discovery—intimate, effortless, and made for long nights that turn into mornings,” said The h.wood Group Co-Founders Brian Toll and John Terzian. “For us, great spaces are driven by atmosphere and connection, and this one captures both through a distinctly Miami lens.”
Opening Summer 2026, the speakeasy will offer handcrafted cocktails, elevated small plates, and private tenant access for meetings, events, and personal spirits storage through keyed lockers — an amenity that brings a members-club level of exclusivity directly into the workplace.
“We are giving our tenants the ability to entertain like they’re at a private members club in Tokyo, right here in Miami Beach,” said Robert Rivani, President of RIVANI. “The h.wood Group has mastered the art of creating spaces that people remember, and bringing their energy and hospitality experience to RIVANI Miami Beach perfectly complements our vision to create environments that redefine how people work, play, and live.”
The hidden lounge follows a series of major milestones for RIVANI Miami Beach, including Playboy Enterprises signing on as the building’s anchor tenant and preparing to relocate its global headquarters. Designed by Rockwell Group, the redevelopment introduces a new Class X standard with amenities such as full-service concierge, valet, a Monarch Athletic Club wellness center, private event spaces, and now, an exclusive h.wood-operated speakeasy.
