A group of 6 of us visited Abbale' for dinner on a Sunday night (Memorial Day weekend), sitting at…read moreone of the outdoor tables. Our server was great! Very helpful and he explained all the dishes and was a good advocate for the restaurant. We had two gluten free diners in our party, one with celiac, and our sever and Chef handled it well and adopted as best they could. We tried a lot of different dishes. The salatim trio, the persian cucumber, and steak shawarma hummus & pita (one of everyone's favorites) were all great. The local fish ceviche was very good as was the feta & pistachio. For main meals we tried the branzino (2). Also the braised beef short rib was excellent (hearty and moist) and the double cut lamb chop was cooked perfectly. It was a fun evening for sure - the tarp above us keep spilling water near the table (not on anyone) and we had fun with it.

A South Beach restaurant for foodies not (just) tourists! Amazing food, amazing service, amazing…read morevibe. The Persian Braised Bone-In Beef Short Rib with its pomegranate-red wine jus and apricots exceeded my high expectations! The Prime Steak Shashlik was lovely. The Moroccan Cigars were the surprise of the evening, always order these! I ordered a trio of Roasted Beets, Whipped Feta and Pistachio, Walnut (from the 7 options available) and the Pistachio is my clear favorite. I enjoy a ~local beer and the Goldstar Dark Lager was wonderful, neither bitter nor sweet.

Amavi or Ziva Restaurant:…read more I visited with my fiancée and had very mixed feelings about the experience. The food was excellent, the service was very good, and the cocktails were well-balanced and well prepared. Unfortunately, everything was overshadowed by the music situation. The restaurant has a DJ playing music at an extremely loud, almost unbearable volume that feels completely out of place for an upscale Mediterranean restaurant. Songs by Bad Bunny and Pitbull were blasting at nightclub levels in a restaurant that was not even crowded. The atmosphere became genuinely uncomfortable and made it difficult to enjoy the meal or even have a conversation. Instead of creating an elegant dining experience, the excessive noise made the place feel chaotic and unpleasant. It is disappointing because the food and service deserve praise, but the music alone was enough to negatively affect the entire experience.

I can't believe this restaurant has the audacity to have this junk. This Mediterranean restaurant…read moreand comfort cafe sit side by side in Midtown. More than 20 live flies landed on sweet potatoes inside a container outside the walk-in cooler. Nine flies played in the Heal coffee bar area, "on walls and flying near coffee syrups." Five flies zipped about the office. The inspectors recently found : Throughout the kitchen, ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Disgusting ! A Stop Sale dropped on quinoa that measured 80 degrees on the Heal cookline more than four hours after preparation. It needed to be down to 70 degrees in two hours. The inspector saw an employee on the Heal side "touching face repeatedly and continuing food prep! I will never go back

Incredible food, service, and overall quality. My colleagues and I loved our visit this past April…read moreon a warm Monday evening. We were in town for a conference, so it was really nice to get offsite and to go somewhere with such beautiful ambiance. We sat outside at a large round table, and enjoyed the best meal. From the bread to the appetizers to the pasta...and then the crazy desserts! Everything was perfect and special.

We went here for our first anniversary dinner and the food and service were absolutely delicious…read more The ingredients were very fresh. The service was immaculate. The outside seating is very nice with greenery and the perfect lighting

This restaurant was super good and the service was amazing! Thank you to Francis and Sophia for…read moretheir hospitality & service! Def recommend the lobster rolls and lobster ravioli!

We were walking around when the beautiful outdoor seating caught our attention and basically pulled…read moreus in! We later realized the restaurant was actually part of a hotel, which we had no idea about when we stopped. The setting was definitely the star for us. The outdoor area is beautiful and inviting, and we honestly found ourselves more mesmerized by the surroundings than the food. But the service... absolutely everything! Emilio was wonderful! He was welcoming, knowledgeable, and, most importantly, honest about the menu. We really appreciated that he didn't just try to sell us on everything. He listened to what we liked and guided us toward what he thought we would actually enjoy. The food itself was okay. Nothing we tried particularly blew us away, but the menu is pretty varied, and there were definitely other dishes that caught our attention. Would I come back? I actually wouldn't mind! Between the beautiful setting, the atmosphere, and Emilio's excellent service, I'd happily return and explore more of the menu. Sometimes the overall experience is what brings you back, and this place definitely has that going for it.

Flawless hospitality, delicious food, and a mythical Greek atmosphere…read more The snapper dish was a spectacular combination of flavors! A perfectly seared snapper topped with a zesty caper sauce and pickled red onions, with buttery artichoke and sweet carrots below. Seats and lighting were comfortable, and the waitress did everything right. It actually felt like I was being taken care of.

For years, I had always passed-up the Poseidon on Washington Av. in South Beach,…read morethinking it was too much of an upscale restaurant for my social bracket. But, when I saw they were advertising a Lamb Gyro for $12 (Tuesdays), I took the leap. Seems it wasn't that far to jump. Although there were table cloths, cloth napkins and silverware, with room for a true dining experience, the fan sitting atop the bar, (blowing-off more air than necessary), and the plastic plants on the walls/ceilings threw-off any pretense I had of the place. When I requested the Lamb Gyro, the server pointed to an entree on the menu for me to approve. I made sure there wasn't another (re: pricier) offer. There was... it was the one he suggested. The gyro itself consisted of a bland (Tzatziki?) sauce that struggled to find my taste buds. Lamb (typically) has a gamey/slightly sweet flavor; these cuts seemed to be found from behind their refrigerator, (not from inside). They certainly weren't cut fresh from a spit, as they were old and nearly tasteless. The included slices of onion and peppers, delegated to the pita bottom, (instead of intermingling) barely helped. The French fries (included in the price) were the most flavorful part of the meal; although, they were an insult, rather than accompaniment to the experience. And, was that Latin (instead of traditional Greek) music coming from the speakers? Along with a 20% "Administrative" fee, I won't be tempted to venture in again.

Don't believe the hype you see online. The food is marketed as authentic Greek and Turkish, but it…read morewas deeply disappointing. The bread was dry, the tzatziki was overwhelmingly rich, and the red pepper spread was average at best. The beef souvlaki was only mediocre-the meat was chewy and the sauce was overly heavy. The cauliflower was the only dish that was decent. The service was good, but that was honestly the only highlight. The atmosphere was just okay and nowhere near as special as their advertising suggests. There were only two tables occupied during our visit. I rarely leave negative reviews, but I would never return, and I cannot recommend this place. I ate only about a third of my meal, threw the rest away, and ended up back at my hotel feeling sick afterward.

Absolutely a must visit when on South Beach for Authentic Mediterranean Food. The whole staff were…read morevery welcoming and made you feel like home. The ambiance inside was pretty awesome. The hummus was amazing with the red peppers. I ordered the lamb chops and it was cooked to perfect medium . The juiciest lamb chop i ever had and i say all this after eating in the car bc i had to order to go, imagine eating all this from grill to table. I can't wait to come back and eat in. Definitely will be visiting again soon.

My coworker and I stumbled across this restaurant by chance. We were actually on our way to a…read moredifferent restaurant but for some reason we were drawn toward this place. The atmosphere felt positive, from the warm welcome of the owner to servers that made small chatter with us in between. Italian restaurant that feels authentic. From the drinks, to menu recommendations, and special delivery to the table by the owner himself. The food here was surprisingly good as well as the drinks. My coworker had ordered a Margherita pizza and I ordered the grilled swordfish since they were out of branzino. The flavors were just right, not too flavorful and not too bland. Next time I am in Miami area and I am craving some decent Italian food, I am definitely coming back here. They offer indoor seating and limited outside seating. The parking situation is crazy as anywhere in Miami Beach area so be prepared to park elsewhere and walk some distance. Will recommend this place to others!

Food was absolutely delicious! Rich and Flavorful! The Vibe is casual but upscale romantic. Small…read moreand quaint enough for a solo date as well. Service is friendly and attentive! Nestled away in Wynwood Area this will soon become one of my go to's great food,cute,and a great Happy Hour!

One of my favorite tapas spots in Miami! I've been here several times, and the food is consistently…read moredelicious. I've also usually had very good service, and it's one of those places I genuinely enjoy coming back to. My only wish is that the portions were a little more generous for the price. I completely understand that this is Miami Beach, where everything from rent to operating a restaurant is expensive, so naturally the prices are going to reflect that. Still, $16 for pan con tomate, which is essentially bread with tomato, feels a little steep even by Miami Beach standards. That being said, the food is REALLY good, and there's a reason I keep coming back. It remains one of my favorite places for tapas, and if you love Spanish food, it's definitely worth trying. Just expect Miami Beach prices and plan on ordering several plates if you're hungry!

On an evening walk we came across Barceloneta and decided to stop in. We opted to sit outside as…read morethe weather was lovely and the outdoor seating was very inviting. The inside is tastefully decorated and just as inviting as the patio. We had a few beers , even though it's a gin bar, and an appetizer that was delicious!! Our waiter was friendly, attentive and made our experience even better with his great attitude. His service and our experience was five star. We will definitely be back to try a few other small bites and cocktails. Cheers!