250+
Events Annually
From Wynwood's Underground to Downtown's Spotlight
For eight years, Bardot wasn't merely Miami's hottest room — it was the cultural phenomenon that helped transform Wynwood from industrial wasteland into an international arts destination.
Through an unmarked door off a gravel lot, guests discovered a two-story wonderland: crimson Venetian plaster, gilded baroque frames, vintage velvet couches, Moroccan lanterns and Persian rugs. A carpeted stage sat inches from the crowd — no barrier, no distance between artist and audience.
A fearless booking strategy — five nights a week spanning indie rock, electronic, hip-hop, jazz and experimental performance art. A strict no-photography policy meant people actually experienced the moment, creating the mystique that amplified Bardot's allure.
Miami New Times consistently ranked Bardot Best Nightclub and Best Live Music Venue. DJ Mag featured it in global venue guides; Pitchfork and Vice documented its stage. Its 2017 closure left a void in Miami's cultural landscape that has never been filled.
Bardot returns to a 5,000+ sq ft, two-floor space in the heart of downtown Miami — the city's business and entertainment core — capturing both the after-work professional crowd and the late-night faithful.
From 5pm, an elevated tapas & cocktail program captures the after-work professional crowd.
The iconic Bardot energy and intimate atmosphere, preserved and amplified.
A flexible second floor monetizes the daytime with buyouts and brand activations.
An elevated tapas-style menu requiring no full kitchen build — high margin, low overhead.
We are seeking $5,000,000 in exchange for 50% equity in Bardot Entertainment Group LLC, at a $10,000,000 pre-money valuation.
Post-investment ownership: 50% Founder / 50% Investor. The raise fully capitalizes the build-out and the first 12 months of operations — the investor is funding a turnkey launch, not a partial one.
*Illustrative only. At a projected $2.88M annual net profit, a 50% equity stake represents ~$1.44M/yr to the investor, implying a simple payback on the $5M investment of roughly 3–4 years, before any brand, real-estate or token upside. Forward-looking; not a guarantee of returns.
| Revenue Stream | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Bar Sales | $800,000 | $9,600,000 |
| Sponsorships / Partnerships / Special Events | $200,000 | $2,400,000 |
| Ticketing / Door Charges | $66,667 | $800,000 |
| Total Revenue | $1,066,667 | $12,800,000 |
Revenue assumptions are benchmarked to the original Bardot's documented volume (100,000+ attendees/yr, $20–50 door) scaled to the larger downtown footprint and expanded day-parts. Final figures should be validated against current downtown-Miami venue comps during diligence; a conservative downside model is available on request.
| Expense Category | % of Revenue | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Staff & Payroll | 20% | $2,560,000 |
| Bar Inventory / COGS | 20% | $2,560,000 |
| Rent / Utilities / Insurance | 10% | $1,280,000 |
| Bookings / DJ / Talent | 10% | $1,280,000 |
| General Operations | 7.5% | $960,000 |
| Management Fee | 5% | $640,000 |
| Miscellaneous | 5% | $640,000 |
| Total Operating Expenses | 77.5% | $9,920,000 |
| Annual Net Profit | 22.5% | $2,880,000 |
Every dollar is allocated to delivering a turnkey, fully-reserved launch — premium build-out, a complete fit-out, and a 12-month operating cushion so the venue opens from a position of strength.
Founder & Creative Director
Serial entrepreneur and hospitality pioneer with 40 years building, scaling and successfully exiting concepts across hospitality, entertainment and technology — including the original Bardot itself.
Every venture I've built has been driven by a simple philosophy: create something authentic that people genuinely want to experience. Bardot 2.0 brings that same commitment to excellence — now powered by decades of hard-won experience. — Amir Ben-Zion
A utility membership token that turns patrons into an exclusive community — deepening loyalty, access and experience across Bardot venues.
Holding Bardot Coin makes you part of an exclusive members' circle — the modern evolution of the unmarked-door mystique.
Unlock VIP entry, priority reservations, members-only events and special menu experiences across Bardot venues.
Earn and redeem benefits for elevated nights out — curated experiences money alone can't buy.
A rare opportunity to back a proven brand, a proven operator and a fully-capitalized launch. To request the data room, financial model and meeting, reach out directly.
abzmiami@gmail.com