Survivor Fan Cafe Opens in Miami: Sip, Strategize, and Get Tribal at Jungle Island

Survivor’s 50th season is on the horizon, and CBS is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the legacy of the Emmy-winning reality juggernaut. In partnership with Bucket Listers, they’ve launched the Survivor Ultimate Fan Cafe in Miami, an immersive, limited-time experience located inside Jungle Island that’s anything but ordinary.

Let me just say: Survivor fans, your torch is about to be reignited. Equal parts interactive activation, tropical cocktail lounge, and nostalgic tribute, the Survivor Cafe brings the iconic series to life in a way that feels personal, playful, and entirely worth the reservation.

Whether you've followed the show since Borneo or just got hooked during season 49, the cafe is designed to satisfy every tier of fandom. Guests can vote their friends “off the island” using the pen, paper, and urn from the show, take photos at the official Tribal Council fire pit, test their skills in modified immunity challenges, and admire the Winner’s Wall, a tribute to all past champions.

On opening night, Miami locals mingled with Dee Valladares, winner of season 45 and returning castaway for season 50, and Sophi Balerdi, runner-up from season 49. Their presence brought a fun layer of authenticity, making it feel like you weren’t just watching Survivor… you were living it.

Naturally, no Survivor experience would be complete without island-inspired eats. MasterChef finalist and Chopped champion Becky Brown created the Polynesian-fusion menu, which includes playful items like the Campfire Carnitas Tacos, New Era Laksa Noodles, and Sole Survivor Ceviche. Guests receive a food and beverage credit with each reservation, and the bites during the preview were flavorful, fun, and totally on theme.

We sampled some of the themed tiki drinks offered at the event—refreshing, tropical, and designed to feel straight off the island. Options include shareable pitchers like Jungle Juice and the Hidden Immunity Punch, as well as wine, beer, and spirit-forward cocktails and mocktails that round out the island vibe.

And yes, there’s exclusive Survivor merch, too.

The Survivor Ultimate Fan Cafe is more than just a gimmick; it’s a multi-sensory tribute to a franchise that’s shaped reality TV for 25 years. The Jungle Island setting offers a fitting tropical backdrop, and the immersive setup encourages guests to actually play Survivor rather than just watch it.

The cafe will host watch parties throughout the season, making it an ideal space to connect with fellow fans, revisit your favorite moments, and celebrate the strategy, drama, and triumphs that have defined five decades of Survivor gameplay.

If you’re looking for something new to do in Miami that combines pop culture, interactive entertainment, and curated food and drink, this is it. Just don’t forget to bring your alliances—and maybe a few blindside plans.

Tickets include a 90-minute reservation with food & beverage credit. Open now at Jungle Island, Miami. For bookings and info, visit bucketlisters.com. Follow @survivorcafe and @miamibucketlist for updates.