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This hip Italian style bistro has outdoor seating in a luxury mall. There is a bakery with the most delectable pastries along side a restaurant component. We opted to enjoy the dining experience of this establishment. I felt it was a bit spendy but the Avacado Toast & Smoked Salmon was decent. The coffee here is exceptional. They are trying to go for a more formal dining experience. With that being said, it will be a slow more formal endeavor. The wait staff where excellent and friendly. I really appreciated the attention to detail. I am not sure why there where other low reviews l, but this place gets a thumbs up in my book. Side note: we came when it was not overly busy.
The food was delicious I recommend the mushroom truffle pizza, Lobster ravioli, and Caesar salad. The drinks were great and the service was excellent. Special thanks to the management for going above and beyond for our guests today. Great ambiance.
Oh my! A highfalutin bakery located in the Bal Harbour shops. It boasts of beautiful French pastries, and other dessert like items. I admire the presentation; boxed up and looking as beautiful as it tastes. Was that real vanilla bean in the custard? Sure was! Be prepared for the bill that comes with the looks and quality ingredients... except for the berry tart, that was extremely underwhelming, and the custard was runny and didn't really taste like anything, but everything else was superb.
Drinks: - The Matcha Latte was okay. I couldn't really taste the matcha though since the soy milk over powered the flavor of the matcha. Normally I would do oat milk, but they unfortunately didn't have any. Food: - The mini tart is a must get. It was literally the best tart I've ever had in my life, and it was only $4. I'm so glad I decided to get it. In my experience tarts are usually really tart to the point where it's unenjoyable, but this tart had the perfect harmony between sweetness and tartness - The Cornetto Pistachio is literally just a croissant with pistachio cream. Very good, highly recommend this. It may be hard to cut through with a fork and knife, going in with the hands might be the best strategy to use here - The Bombolone Pastry cream was also good. It is rich and the pastry cream wasn't too sweet Ambience: - I liked the chairs, they're like the movie director style chairs. It's a cool vibe - The seating areas are nicely shaded - The table arrangements are a little cramped, they offer lots of seating but due to the constraints of being located in an outdoor mall they just had to cram as many tables together to offer enough seating Overall: Didn't get a chance to try their food but their pastries are very good. Their drinks are okay. If I'm every in town I'd definitely want to visit again and get their tarts. This place offer two separate seating areas: one directly next to the café, and another one in a separate location on the same floor. I liked the seating next to the café more
Our group had a cute time here. My food and Nutella cappuccino was really good. Nice place to stop in between shopping in the mall. Pricing is also pretty reasonable. And service wasn't too bad.
A Tiffany-Themed Tea: Elegant in Concept, Yet a Touch Off Tradition I recently checked out Avenue 31 Café's collaboration with Tiffany & Co.: Breakfast at Tiffany's afternoon tea pop-up at Bal Harbour Shops on the second level. I'd heard all the buzz from popular news blogs and decided to celebrate a belated Galentine's Day with my mom, hoping for an experience straight out of a classic afternoon tea. Unfortunately, it didn't quite hit the mark. Ambiance: The café is strictly al fresco, split into two outdoor seating areas. One overlooks Collins Avenue near Hillstone, and the other offers a view of the mall center. I was expecting a charming, garden-like setting, but instead, it felt more like a grab-and-go setup. Tables were cramped, and weaving between umbrellas was as funny as it was frustrating. Service: Getting to our seats was a bit of a challenge, but our server navigated the maze with impressive agility. He was friendly and knowledgeable, patiently guiding us through the menu. However, the real letdown was the service itself. Unlike the continuous service typical of a traditional afternoon tea--where you can request additional tea and food tiers--the offerings here were a one-time serving, which was quite disappointing. Food: We opted for the Tiffany Afternoon Tea at $79 per person. The food was beautifully presented with Tiffany blue and gold accents, and each tier featured a range of delicate delights--true to the tradition of afternoon tea. For instance, the tuna tartare was exquisitely done. Keep in mind that the petite portions are part of the afternoon tea tradition, but the lack of replenishment made the experience feel less generous than expected. Drinks: The glass of champagne that accompanied the meal was spot on--perfectly balanced and refreshing. However, the tea service left much to be desired. Instead of having the tea properly brewed in the pot (where tea leaves or tea bags are added first, followed by hot water for full flavor extraction), we were served a pot of hot water with tea bags on the side, leaving us to brew our own tea. This isn't how a classic tea service should work. Moreover, the tea selection was underwhelming, offering only basic options like chamomile, breakfast tea, Earl Grey, and mint--more akin to what you'd find in a local supermarket rather than a high-end afternoon tea setting. In the end, Avenue 31 Café's attempt at a sophisticated afternoon tea fell short of traditional UK standards. The absence of continuous tea and food replenishments, combined with the improper tea brewing method and a limited tea selection, left the experience feeling incomplete. That said, the café does offer a stylish spot within the glamorous Bal Harbour Shops--just be sure to manage your expectations and enjoy it as a themed event rather than a definitive destination for an authentic, replenished UK-style afternoon tea experience.
A terrific find at Bal Harbour shops! Nutella croissant was the bomb and coffee drinks were so good! Who knew you could have a nutella cappacino?Great service on a beautiful day in Miami! Life is good!
I really had high hopes for this one but after dining here with a friend for lunch it's definitely not a place I am dying to run back to. I really don't see how it can compete with the other shops restaurants. Unfortunately, the service was just not it and the food didn't taste that fresh. the sandwiches are already pre-prepared and the pasta that we ordered did not taste homemade or authentic.
I finished my day shopping and I needed to get a present for my father. He loves chocolate cake. We found this little bakery on the corner and the desserts look fantastic. They look very tasty and scrumptious. The staff was extremely friendly and warm . The inside of the bakery smelled, inviting
If you looking for a quick snack and a coffee in your shopping spree this little cafe is just adorable. They have a nice patio area if you would like to have a sit down meal but if you're on the move they have a wonderful like counter area where you can order all types of coffee and backed goods / sandwiches. Prices wise it is pretty standard for miami cafe pricing and my iced coffee was delicious and refreshing! The counter attendants were extremely nice and you are greeted at the door by what I think is a hostess who was also lovely. Overall nice quick stop and perfect for those long shopping days!
Good sandwich. Perfect for midafternoon snack. Jessie was so nice and courteous. And the place is cute. Expensive, but it's Bal Harbour.
I chose this place because it was in the shops of Balharbour and can offer a nice area to sit outside. The weather was beautiful and atmosphere was quite enough for a business lunch. The server suggested the spicy rigatoni, and I chose the pistachio cappuccino because the pictures looked so good. She also suggested the cheesecake which I didn't have a picture of, but I loved that because it wasn't your typical New York cheesecake where it was dense, it was very light and Creamy. Everything was a hit here that I tried. This pistachio cappuccino was the best I've had, almost reminds me of Dubai chocolate if I had to guess what it actually tastes like. This is a great place to stop by and relax and catch up with a friend, while enjoying some good day food. Service is a little bit more relaxed here, so don't be in a rush, but the server that took care of us had great recommendations so I would say great service good.
Cute cafe with patio seatings on the second floor. They have a shop where you can see and order desserts or sandwiches. Got seated fairly fast. Food was delicious. However, I asked for lemon and honey from the food runner, 10 mins later a different food runner came and brought just lemon. I didn't say anything. Glad that the waiter noticed and apologized when bringing the check at the end. I think maybe it was just a miscommunication from the service team. Overall, recommend it for a quick and easy bite.
Came here with my mom for breakfast. Its a small Cafe with only outdoor seating on the 2nd floor of Bal Harbour Shops. Their bakery selection is out of hand, mostly Italian desserts and they all looked delectable. We shared an Italian Omelet with strataciia & prosciutto. It came with house potatoes that were well seasoned, didn't need salt or pepper, it also came with toast and cute little butter balls to spread on the toast. I had to order their Nutella latte, they smeared the glass rim with Nutella and peanuts and whoa that cappuccino was another level, so good. Service was wonderful, you're in BH shops of course but what I didn't like was that the waitresses gave me the bill and quickly took it away from me. I didn't get to add the tip, im sure she wanted to give herself the maximum tip. I had to stop her and ask for the total etc. Another Miami scammed thinking everyone has money or their entitled to an extra tip. read more
Although the prices are unforgiving, I keep coming back because the food quality is always great. The pizza is quite exceptional. The service is usually superb, although the last time I had lunch there it was rather lacking (they were busy with spring break). It is a fun place to people watch. You see all types of styles and fashions from grunge to high society. Great place to grab a coffee or tea, as well as lunch. read more
We literally walked into this place while walking through Bal Harbor, as it sits in the middle of the mall. We were able to be seated quickly and the staff was OK. It's a great place to people watch. Good for quick eats. Food: truffle fries were amazing 10 out of 10 would definitely order again! My kale salad was great. I got the dressing on the side but I need two dressings. Margarita pizza was OK. I probably wouldn't order it again. But I would definitely go back for those truffle fries and salad!!! I had an iced tea lightly sweetened, and that was actually very good too. Prices were fair to expensive. I would recommend this place. Truffle Fries. read more
19 days ago
This hip Italian style bistro has outdoor seating in a luxury mall. There is a bakery with the most delectable pastries along side a restaurant component. We opted to enjoy the dining experience of this establishment. I felt it was a bit spendy but the Avacado Toast & Smoked Salmon was decent. The coffee here is exceptional. They are trying to go for a more formal dining experience. With that being said, it will be a slow more formal endeavor. The wait staff where excellent and friendly. I really appreciated the attention to detail. I am not sure why there where other low reviews l, but this place gets a thumbs up in my book. Side note: we came when it was not overly busy. read more
8 months ago
7 months ago
The food was delicious I recommend the mushroom truffle pizza, Lobster ravioli, and Caesar salad. The drinks were great and the service was excellent. Special thanks to the management for going above and beyond for our guests today. Great ambiance. read more
Oh my! A highfalutin bakery located in the Bal Harbour shops. It boasts of beautiful French pastries, and other dessert like items. I admire the presentation; boxed up and looking as beautiful as it tastes. Was that real vanilla bean in the custard? Sure was! Be prepared for the bill that comes with the looks and quality ingredients... except for the berry tart, that was extremely underwhelming, and the custard was runny and didn't really taste like anything, but everything else was superb. read more
Drinks: - The Matcha Latte was okay. I couldn't really taste the matcha though since the soy milk over powered the flavor of the matcha. Normally I would do oat milk, but they unfortunately didn't have any. Food: - The mini tart is a must get. It was literally the best tart I've ever had in my life, and it was only $4. I'm so glad I decided to get it. In my experience tarts are usually really tart to the point where it's unenjoyable, but this tart had the perfect harmony between sweetness and tartness - The Cornetto Pistachio is literally just a croissant with pistachio cream. Very good, highly recommend this. It may be hard to cut through with a fork and knife, going in with the hands might be the best strategy to use here - The Bombolone Pastry cream was also good. It is rich and the pastry cream wasn't too sweet Ambience: - I liked the chairs, they're like the movie director style chairs. It's a cool vibe - The seating areas are nicely shaded - The table arrangements are a little cramped, they offer lots of seating but due to the constraints of being located in an outdoor mall they just had to cram as many tables together to offer enough seating Overall: Didn't get a chance to try their food but their pastries are very good. Their drinks are okay. If I'm every in town I'd definitely want to visit again and get their tarts. This place offer two separate seating areas: one directly next to the café, and another one in a separate location on the same floor. I liked the seating next to the café more read more
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2 years ago
A Tiffany-Themed Tea: Elegant in Concept, Yet a Touch Off Tradition I recently checked out Avenue 31 Café's collaboration with Tiffany & Co.: Breakfast at Tiffany's afternoon tea pop-up at Bal Harbour Shops on the second level. I'd heard all the buzz from popular news blogs and decided to celebrate a belated Galentine's Day with my mom, hoping for an experience straight out of a classic afternoon tea. Unfortunately, it didn't quite hit the mark. Ambiance: The café is strictly al fresco, split into two outdoor seating areas. One overlooks Collins Avenue near Hillstone, and the other offers a view of the mall center. I was expecting a charming, garden-like setting, but instead, it felt more like a grab-and-go setup. Tables were cramped, and weaving between umbrellas was as funny as it was frustrating. Service: Getting to our seats was a bit of a challenge, but our server navigated the maze with impressive agility. He was friendly and knowledgeable, patiently guiding us through the menu. However, the real letdown was the service itself. Unlike the continuous service typical of a traditional afternoon tea--where you can request additional tea and food tiers--the offerings here were a one-time serving, which was quite disappointing. Food: We opted for the Tiffany Afternoon Tea at $79 per person. The food was beautifully presented with Tiffany blue and gold accents, and each tier featured a range of delicate delights--true to the tradition of afternoon tea. For instance, the tuna tartare was exquisitely done. Keep in mind that the petite portions are part of the afternoon tea tradition, but the lack of replenishment made the experience feel less generous than expected. Drinks: The glass of champagne that accompanied the meal was spot on--perfectly balanced and refreshing. However, the tea service left much to be desired. Instead of having the tea properly brewed in the pot (where tea leaves or tea bags are added first, followed by hot water for full flavor extraction), we were served a pot of hot water with tea bags on the side, leaving us to brew our own tea. This isn't how a classic tea service should work. Moreover, the tea selection was underwhelming, offering only basic options like chamomile, breakfast tea, Earl Grey, and mint--more akin to what you'd find in a local supermarket rather than a high-end afternoon tea setting. In the end, Avenue 31 Café's attempt at a sophisticated afternoon tea fell short of traditional UK standards. The absence of continuous tea and food replenishments, combined with the improper tea brewing method and a limited tea selection, left the experience feeling incomplete. That said, the café does offer a stylish spot within the glamorous Bal Harbour Shops--just be sure to manage your expectations and enjoy it as a themed event rather than a definitive destination for an authentic, replenished UK-style afternoon tea experience. read more
3 years ago
I really had high hopes for this one but after dining here with a friend for lunch it's definitely not a place I am dying to run back to. I really don't see how it can compete with the other shops restaurants. Unfortunately, the service was just not it and the food didn't taste that fresh. the sandwiches are already pre-prepared and the pasta that we ordered did not taste homemade or authentic. read more
4 months ago
2 years ago
I finished my day shopping and I needed to get a present for my father. He loves chocolate cake. We found this little bakery on the corner and the desserts look fantastic. They look very tasty and scrumptious. The staff was extremely friendly and warm . The inside of the bakery smelled, inviting read more
2 years ago
If you looking for a quick snack and a coffee in your shopping spree this little cafe is just adorable. They have a nice patio area if you would like to have a sit down meal but if you're on the move they have a wonderful like counter area where you can order all types of coffee and backed goods / sandwiches. Prices wise it is pretty standard for miami cafe pricing and my iced coffee was delicious and refreshing! The counter attendants were extremely nice and you are greeted at the door by what I think is a hostess who was also lovely. Overall nice quick stop and perfect for those long shopping days! read more
I chose this place because it was in the shops of Balharbour and can offer a nice area to sit outside. The weather was beautiful and atmosphere was quite enough for a business lunch. The server suggested the spicy rigatoni, and I chose the pistachio cappuccino because the pictures looked so good. She also suggested the cheesecake which I didn't have a picture of, but I loved that because it wasn't your typical New York cheesecake where it was dense, it was very light and Creamy. Everything was a hit here that I tried. This pistachio cappuccino was the best I've had, almost reminds me of Dubai chocolate if I had to guess what it actually tastes like. This is a great place to stop by and relax and catch up with a friend, while enjoying some good day food. Service is a little bit more relaxed here, so don't be in a rush, but the server that took care of us had great recommendations so I would say great service good. read more
3 years ago
Cute cafe with patio seatings on the second floor. They have a shop where you can see and order desserts or sandwiches. Got seated fairly fast. Food was delicious. However, I asked for lemon and honey from the food runner, 10 mins later a different food runner came and brought just lemon. I didn't say anything. Glad that the waiter noticed and apologized when bringing the check at the end. I think maybe it was just a miscommunication from the service team. Overall, recommend it for a quick and easy bite. read more
2 years ago
Nice place to get some breakfast or brunch upstairs located within the Bal Harbour Shop area. Service was quick and delightful! The coffee and French toast were delicious & memorable! read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
This spot is better than any other coffe i have had the coffee was fresh and delicious and it comes with a little cute chocolate on the side I fell in love with this place located on the second floor of bal harbor shops, this is a franchise from Monaco, they actually brought the waiters from Monaco to train the waiters in Usa so we enjoy the same service. The coffe was delicious and very tasty, pastries where outstanding. They have an amazing ambiance outside doors, where you can sit and relax on a sunday or saturday great place to meet with friends, you can come solo with your p at a reasonable price. They have a great selection of pastries. I am defentily coming back read more
2 years ago
Food: very good Service: EXCELLENT - very accommodating, there was a family with toddlers (no offense) but they were very loud and I wanted a peaceful breakfast with my daughter, they moved us to another table with no excuses or waitress being bothered at all, very good customer service! Ambience: it was good, although chairs need to be replaced soon (Tiffany's blue- aqua color is not it anymore) read more
1 year ago
When visiting Bay Harbor, this is a great place to come & eat. Actually came here because of another yelp review regarding the Nutella cappuccino & goodness gracious it was worth it. The seating is outside but it is very comfortable as there are fans. The server was very welcoming. 10/10! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Terrible! My husband and I stopped in for a sweet treat after some shopping and dinner. I was torn between the chocolate hazelnut cake and their plain donut. The staff there highly recommended the chocolate cake and raved about it but let me tell you it's terrible! The cake is dry and NOT worth the calories! Do yourself favor and walk past this place. read more
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2 years ago
Excellent cappuccino and focaccia sandwich. Pretty good chocolate croissants and hazelnut rocher. Blueberry lemon bread was basically inedible because it was raw. Nice location. Service was good, a little slow at times. I would go back but might be more selective about what I order... read more
2 years ago
I went to buy this passion fruit filling pudding, however when I ate the last bite, there was not much passion fruit filling left and I saw many black dots there and seems like turned bad already!!!! The passion fruit covered the pudding so I ate all of them!!!!! Never go there again!!!! Horrible experience!!! read more
3 years ago
Today I was in bal harbor mall and I run into this restaurant. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was bright, and the service impeccable. I suggest you try the tuna tartare and cappuccino nutella, both very tasty! read more
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3 years ago
You need to ask for ice straw separately Withered greens and quarter of an egg and a really tiny salad for $21 Hair in the fried calamari. Unacceptable. One - yes 1- piece of raspberry in the cake Waitress not attentive When asked if everything was OK, I said no. Her response was "perfect" & turned around and walked away. She should give the same attention to her tables that she gave to her lipstick A long waited eatery at Bal Harbor shops At this price level and service don't think they will last read more
3 years ago
Great place for a quick coffee and pastry or full meal whatever u desire good ambience and great treats read more
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