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The place is vibrant and has a great atmosphere. Service was friendly and welcoming. The calamari was ok. The breading is slightly excessive, feels like a breading made for fried chicken. Bell pepper taste is very present and the calamari come mixed with bell peppers. I felt I ate more peppers than I ate calamari. Cacio e Pepe was really good, I really recommend. It was creamy and flavorful with a perfectly balanced taste. Quesabirria tacos were also pretty good. Don't expect an authentic taco or traditional consome to dip the taco but it is original and very tasty. The meat is really tender and flavorful, the dipping soup is slightly dense but works as a salsa and goes really well with the taco. Overall very pleased with the taco. The side of corn has a nice sauce but the raw onion makes it feel like pico de gallo. Very fresh but not my cup of tea.
Great location near the hotel I stayed at to have a sit down meal to tide me over until I was on my cruise. No wait for a table for one outside. I was taken care of throughout my dining experience even with adjuatment to my bill because the eggs with my entree were not to my liking. I even tried dressing them up with hot sauce. It just wasn't tasty. I didn't ask for the adjustment; my waiter on my behalf asked for it. I basically did not get charged the automatic service charge with the adjustment, which I was appreciative of! The rest of the meal was satisfying: the coffee was fresh, the bacon crispy and meaty, the hash browns also crispy with pillowy soft insides, and the multigrain toast- not overly toated. The black currant jam is a must try! This was a throwback to see since my Grandma use to make homemade jam! It was nostalgic to enjoy and partake of. In fact, I finished off the whole little jar before I knew it. Oops! I think CA knows that will happen, which is why 3 of the jars on the table were Black Currant. All in all, convenient and filling meal. It has high reviews on Yelp for a reason, so give ir a try and stop by.
Café Americano in Miami Beach is the kind of place where the food punches your taste buds in the best way possible -- bold, flavorful, and totally satisfying. Whether you're craving a hearty brunch or a tasty dinner, everything feels like a mini celebration on your plate. I'm pretty sure my dish was doing a happy dance before it even hit the table. But the real MVP was Gisselle, our waitress, who served up kindness with every smile. She was so warm and attentive that I almost asked if she gave lessons on how to make customers feel like royalty. If the food is the star, Gisselle is definitely the dazzling spotlight making the whole experience unforgettable. Highly recommend--come for the food, stay for the charm!
Came here for a nice girl's brunch and overall it was solid! The outdoor patio is super cute with beautiful views, and the indoor space is spacious and has a fun vibe with the bar and bright colors. The breakfast potatoes were probably the high light. The breakfast burrito was alright, a little mushy but not bad. The tres leches French toast was a very sweet treat, it tasted more cinnamon and sugar than tres leches but was yummy nonetheless. The coffee was also pretty good, and I had a simple Americano and they gave me a refill in a to go cup which was a nice bonus. Would give this place another try if I was in the area but not sure I'd go out of my way to run back.
Was so disappointed! Saw a few photos from previous customers that there were iguanas but didn't see any! Other than that, food, service and location were great. There was some type of festival going on so there was plenty of people watching to go around. The shrimp bowl was like warm. Wasn't cold nor hot so not sure which would have been better. But still good and the portion was good size. Server was very friendly and always smiling.
Came here with a group of 4 ladies on a Thursday night. They have inside and outside seating right along Ocean Drive. We opted for outside so we could partake in some people watching while dining. We were brought to a table right out on the sidewalk and were promptly given some menus. 3 of us ordered beer and 1 person ordered the passion fruit martini. (Waiter's recommendation) it looked fabulous and she said it tasted really good. I ordered the Turkey Cobb Chop and it was really tasty and fresh with lots of turkey chunks and just the right amount of dressing. Two ladies had the Classic Steak Burgers with fries; and they both enjoyed every part: bun, steak patty, and the fries. The final member of our group had the Salmon Poke Bowl. It's a big portion with fresh salmon, radishes, cucumbers, sesame seeds, seaweed salad, avocado and rice. She loved it and took half of it to go. Our service was good too; and they added a 20% service charge which I personally like because it eliminates the guesswork. There are literally 100's of great restaurants in South Beach and dozens along Ocean Drive. I would still recommend Cafe Americano for at least one meal if you're visiting the area. They have a wide menu of food options and you won't be disappointed with the food, service, or location.
We visited the restaurant for breakfast twice during our stay. The first visit was okay, nothing particularly memorable, but good enough to return and try something new. On our second visit, I ordered the Birria Benedict, which sounded incredible on the menu: slow-cooked brisket birria, melted Mexican cheese, served on an artisanal English muffin, topped with soft poached eggs and chipotle hollandaise, with breakfast potatoes on the side. Unfortunately, the dish didn't deliver. While the meat was present and flavorful, the cheese -- which was clearly advertised as melted, was nowhere to be found. When I asked about it, I was told it was "mixed into the meat," but it didn't come through in texture or flavor the way you'd expect, especially compared to a traditional birria taco. The eggs were also disappointing. Instead of a soft poached egg with a runny yolk, mine was closer to medium-boiled. The English muffin was extremely thick, which threw off the balance of the dish -- maybe that's the "artisanal" part, but it didn't work well here. Service during this visit wasn't the best, it felt a bit slow and they didn't care. I will say the breakfast potatoes were excellent and probably the highlight of the meal. Overall, the Birria Benedict was a great idea on paper, but the execution fell short. I'd recommend sticking to simpler menu items if you visit.
Decided to hit up Ocean Drive in South Beach for breakfast. Stopped in at Café Americano. Like many of the restaurants on Ocean Drive, it was very touristy, very lively, very crowded even for a Sunday. Great breakfast menu, great selection of even breakfast cocktails and coffees and the best part was sitting outside. People everywhere, and from everywhere. Amazing cars riding up and down Ocean Drive with their music blasting. Beautiful weather, beautiful music beautiful and attentive staff. Overall great spot.
Good brunch spot on the beach! Ask for outside seating to enjoy the beautiful weather. Saw people working with laptops too - so work friendly if that matters to you. Got the birria benedict and was pleasantly surprised! Beef is tender, sauce is not too strong. Love the mexican flavors incorporated into american style brunch.
Stopped by for a bloody Maria and we are glad that we did. The drink was very good and came with two great tasting shrimps. Perfect beach feel with a great breeze blowing as we listened to easy listening music but beware it is pricey. 5 drinks came out to $140 (that's US currency). Service was outstanding and fast. You're not able to see the ocean from this view but still worth stopping by.
Ok enough place. Ever been to a place that's just Meh- food was mid. Little overpriced for what is was. Waitress was very nice. I wouldn't go back because there are enough places to go to to just be average in Miami- I wouldn't recommend but in no means saying don't go. This one is more on my style than maybe the restaurant
The lobster tail and steak getting more oily after a while, but because we are sitting outside(on the walk side), so the food getting cold more easily. My mom loves the French Toast with Cream and Honey, but I think it's good oily. Overall, the food is okay, but I don't think it's valuable for 20% fixed tips.
This was the perfect brunch restaurant. We sat outside with the beautiful umbrellas helping us against the sun. This restaurant is walking distance of the beach. For food I ordered the tres leches French toast. The were delicious. Different than most restaurants. The size / shape are unique like large French toast sticks. Crispy exterior with a extremely soft interior. The caramel sauce and whipped cream were the perfect balance. I also ordered scrambled eggs with cheese and a matcha. The match was ok it wasn't anything to write home about. My other party had on letters which were good with potato's. Also tea which they served with a actual tea pot and mini honeys. Great presentation. The staff was extremely nice even letting us practice our Spanish. read more
Oh my gosh, do not go to Café Americano if you are visiting Miami as a tourist. They somehow instantly know when you are a visitor, and at first, the service is overly nice, almost like they are rolling out the red carpet. You feel special, flattered, and excited to sit down. And then... poof. As soon as you are seated, it is like you evaporated from their memory. You are there, but apparently invisible, and suddenly all that charm vanishes. The food came out cold, which would have been fine if it were still tasty, but sadly, it was neither warm nor particularly good. They took it away to "fix it," but the damage was done. I lost track of how many times I saw our waiter after that, and unfortunately, it wasn't enough to make up for what I paid or for the experience that had already gone off the rails. You can forgive a small mistake, but when the cold food and disappearing service team are combined, it feels like a comedy of errors. So let me give you some friendly advice: stay away. Stay away. Stay away. Unless you are looking for a dining experience that doubles as a lesson in how quickly customer service can vanish, do yourself a favor and avoid this place. I'll admit it had story value for me, and I left with a funny tale to tell, but as far as eating out in Miami goes, there are far better options that won't make you question if you were ever seated in the first place. read more
The place is vibrant and has a great atmosphere. Service was friendly and welcoming. The calamari was ok. The breading is slightly excessive, feels like a breading made for fried chicken. Bell pepper taste is very present and the calamari come mixed with bell peppers. I felt I ate more peppers than I ate calamari. Cacio e Pepe was really good, I really recommend. It was creamy and flavorful with a perfectly balanced taste. Quesabirria tacos were also pretty good. Don't expect an authentic taco or traditional consome to dip the taco but it is original and very tasty. The meat is really tender and flavorful, the dipping soup is slightly dense but works as a salsa and goes really well with the taco. Overall very pleased with the taco. The side of corn has a nice sauce but the raw onion makes it feel like pico de gallo. Very fresh but not my cup of tea. read more
Great location near the hotel I stayed at to have a sit down meal to tide me over until I was on my cruise. No wait for a table for one outside. I was taken care of throughout my dining experience even with adjuatment to my bill because the eggs with my entree were not to my liking. I even tried dressing them up with hot sauce. It just wasn't tasty. I didn't ask for the adjustment; my waiter on my behalf asked for it. I basically did not get charged the automatic service charge with the adjustment, which I was appreciative of! The rest of the meal was satisfying: the coffee was fresh, the bacon crispy and meaty, the hash browns also crispy with pillowy soft insides, and the multigrain toast- not overly toated. The black currant jam is a must try! This was a throwback to see since my Grandma use to make homemade jam! It was nostalgic to enjoy and partake of. In fact, I finished off the whole little jar before I knew it. Oops! I think CA knows that will happen, which is why 3 of the jars on the table were Black Currant. All in all, convenient and filling meal. It has high reviews on Yelp for a reason, so give ir a try and stop by. read more
1 year ago
Café Americano in Miami Beach is the kind of place where the food punches your taste buds in the best way possible -- bold, flavorful, and totally satisfying. Whether you're craving a hearty brunch or a tasty dinner, everything feels like a mini celebration on your plate. I'm pretty sure my dish was doing a happy dance before it even hit the table. But the real MVP was Gisselle, our waitress, who served up kindness with every smile. She was so warm and attentive that I almost asked if she gave lessons on how to make customers feel like royalty. If the food is the star, Gisselle is definitely the dazzling spotlight making the whole experience unforgettable. Highly recommend--come for the food, stay for the charm! read more
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1 year ago
Came here for a nice girl's brunch and overall it was solid! The outdoor patio is super cute with beautiful views, and the indoor space is spacious and has a fun vibe with the bar and bright colors. The breakfast potatoes were probably the high light. The breakfast burrito was alright, a little mushy but not bad. The tres leches French toast was a very sweet treat, it tasted more cinnamon and sugar than tres leches but was yummy nonetheless. The coffee was also pretty good, and I had a simple Americano and they gave me a refill in a to go cup which was a nice bonus. Would give this place another try if I was in the area but not sure I'd go out of my way to run back. read more
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Michael
Came here for a nice girl's brunch and overall it was solid! The…
Was so disappointed! Saw a few photos from previous customers that there were iguanas but didn't see any! Other than that, food, service and location were great. There was some type of festival going on so there was plenty of people watching to go around. The shrimp bowl was like warm. Wasn't cold nor hot so not sure which would have been better. But still good and the portion was good size. Server was very friendly and always smiling. read more
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Michael
Thanks for your feedback, Ron! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the…
7 months ago
El servicio estuvo bien sólo que en el momento de las bebidas no te preguntan con qué tipo de agua la quieres. Natural oh mineral ? Pero todo muy rico read more
Came here with a group of 4 ladies on a Thursday night. They have inside and outside seating right along Ocean Drive. We opted for outside so we could partake in some people watching while dining. We were brought to a table right out on the sidewalk and were promptly given some menus. 3 of us ordered beer and 1 person ordered the passion fruit martini. (Waiter's recommendation) it looked fabulous and she said it tasted really good. I ordered the Turkey Cobb Chop and it was really tasty and fresh with lots of turkey chunks and just the right amount of dressing. Two ladies had the Classic Steak Burgers with fries; and they both enjoyed every part: bun, steak patty, and the fries. The final member of our group had the Salmon Poke Bowl. It's a big portion with fresh salmon, radishes, cucumbers, sesame seeds, seaweed salad, avocado and rice. She loved it and took half of it to go. Our service was good too; and they added a 20% service charge which I personally like because it eliminates the guesswork. There are literally 100's of great restaurants in South Beach and dozens along Ocean Drive. I would still recommend Cafe Americano for at least one meal if you're visiting the area. They have a wide menu of food options and you won't be disappointed with the food, service, or location. read more
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Thanks for the thoughtful review, Lisa! We're thrilled to hear you…
9 months ago
1 year ago
We visited the restaurant for breakfast twice during our stay. The first visit was okay, nothing particularly memorable, but good enough to return and try something new. On our second visit, I ordered the Birria Benedict, which sounded incredible on the menu: slow-cooked brisket birria, melted Mexican cheese, served on an artisanal English muffin, topped with soft poached eggs and chipotle hollandaise, with breakfast potatoes on the side. Unfortunately, the dish didn't deliver. While the meat was present and flavorful, the cheese -- which was clearly advertised as melted, was nowhere to be found. When I asked about it, I was told it was "mixed into the meat," but it didn't come through in texture or flavor the way you'd expect, especially compared to a traditional birria taco. The eggs were also disappointing. Instead of a soft poached egg with a runny yolk, mine was closer to medium-boiled. The English muffin was extremely thick, which threw off the balance of the dish -- maybe that's the "artisanal" part, but it didn't work well here. Service during this visit wasn't the best, it felt a bit slow and they didn't care. I will say the breakfast potatoes were excellent and probably the highlight of the meal. Overall, the Birria Benedict was a great idea on paper, but the execution fell short. I'd recommend sticking to simpler menu items if you visit. read more
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Thank you for sharing your experience, Sarah. We appreciate your…
1 year ago
Decided to hit up Ocean Drive in South Beach for breakfast. Stopped in at Café Americano. Like many of the restaurants on Ocean Drive, it was very touristy, very lively, very crowded even for a Sunday. Great breakfast menu, great selection of even breakfast cocktails and coffees and the best part was sitting outside. People everywhere, and from everywhere. Amazing cars riding up and down Ocean Drive with their music blasting. Beautiful weather, beautiful music beautiful and attentive staff. Overall great spot. read more
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Michael
Thanks for sharing your experience, Mercedes! We're thrilled you…
1 year ago
Good brunch spot on the beach! Ask for outside seating to enjoy the beautiful weather. Saw people working with laptops too - so work friendly if that matters to you. Got the birria benedict and was pleasantly surprised! Beef is tender, sauce is not too strong. Love the mexican flavors incorporated into american style brunch. read more
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Michael
Yolanda, thanks for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled you…
Stopped by for a bloody Maria and we are glad that we did. The drink was very good and came with two great tasting shrimps. Perfect beach feel with a great breeze blowing as we listened to easy listening music but beware it is pricey. 5 drinks came out to $140 (that's US currency). Service was outstanding and fast. You're not able to see the ocean from this view but still worth stopping by. read more
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Frank, we're thrilled you enjoyed your drink and the atmosphere!…
1 year ago
Ok enough place. Ever been to a place that's just Meh- food was mid. Little overpriced for what is was. Waitress was very nice. I wouldn't go back because there are enough places to go to to just be average in Miami- I wouldn't recommend but in no means saying don't go. This one is more on my style than maybe the restaurant read more
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Thanks for your feedback, Paul. We appreciate your honesty and are…
The lobster tail and steak getting more oily after a while, but because we are sitting outside(on the walk side), so the food getting cold more easily. My mom loves the French Toast with Cream and Honey, but I think it's good oily. Overall, the food is okay, but I don't think it's valuable for 20% fixed tips. read more
1 year ago
Pablo was an amazing waiter. He made sure we were okay and the food was also very delicious! read more
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Michael
Hi Georgina, thanks for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear…
Their breakfast was delicious and a lot of food. Nice patio. Very nice place for a calm morning by ocean drive. Service was great. read more
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Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Sindy! We're thrilled to hear…
9 months ago
3 years ago
I walked into this restaurant simply to use the restroom while trying to find a descent drink spot and ended up hitting the gold mine! South Beach was quite underwhelming when it comes to cocktails. They call South Beach the "tourist trap" and I can kind of see why. I mean, I am definitely the tourist and enjoy touristy things. However, most places in South Beach load up their drinks with cheap liquor and try to mask it with sugary drink fillers such as syrups. But when I smelled the delicious food aromas and noticed the undeniably beautiful drink of their guests at the bar, I had to try! Nieves was my mixologist and she was so wonderful! She was eager to get my drink to my taste level - not too sweet and extra freshly muddled blueberries. Heck yea! I had 3 of these babies and ate 2 orders of their chicken tacos. Holy macaroni the food is SO good! Whether you are just visiting or a local ... from one foodie/drink snob to another ... I give this place a 10/10 for drinks, food, and service. Enjoy Yelp pals! read more
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Vida E.
It's great to hear about your fantastic experience at the restaurant!…
This place is very cute and instagram worthy. We sat outside on a nice evening and the scenery was so pretty. We got a round of cocktails. I got the espresso martini and it was so delicious and creamy. The other fruity cocktails my friend got were tasty as well! I got the poke bowl with tuna for my entree and was pleasantly surprised how big the portion was. It was so fresh too. The sides provided a crunchy taste to the rice and tuna. I gave it a 4/5 due to the service. Our waiter was nice but she wasn't around very much and we couldn't get anyone to help us for long periods of time. Overall, I would come back! read more
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Vida E.
Thanks a lot for your review! We hope to welcome you again soon!
1 year ago
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Michael
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, M K. We’re glad you enjoyed the…
2 years ago
The food was amazing and Carmelo our waiter was great. We weren't sure what to order at this restaurant because we had never been, but the waiter was more than willing to share all of the most popular dishes that he thought we would like. read more
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Michael
Naj, thank you for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you…
1 year ago
The food here is delicious and Emanuel was a great attentive server. The views are gorgeous too, We will definitely come back here! read more
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Michael
Thanks for the glowing review, Grace! We're thrilled to hear you…
1 year ago
The food was delicious! Emanuel made us feel at home during our vacation with excellent service and exceptional ambience. 10/10 read more
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Michael
Miriam, we’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the delicious food and…
1 year ago
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review!…
3 years ago
Excellent service! It was raining and we really wanted to sit outside and watch the storm (we're from California so we never get warm rain) and they were kind enough to let us. The food was solid - tasty, filling but buttery and heavy - you might leave very stuffed Ambiance was casual ocean vibes and is located attached to a very nice hotel that you need to go through to get to the bathroom (it has a PIN code- ask ahead of time) read more
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Vida E.
Thank you for your excellent review! We're delighted to hear that you…
We came here for brunch and the food was so good! We tried the tres leches French toast and the breakfast burrito. The tres leches French toast was so creamy and moist and it was one of the best French toasts I've had. The breakfast burrito was pretty standard, but was still good. read more
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Vida E.
Thanks a lot for your review! We hope to welcome you again soon!
Nothing amazing. Overpriced, Slow Service, Mediocre/Not super Fresh Food. This restaurant is right on Ocean Drive so naturally everything becomes more expensive. It is located very close to the beach so made for tourists. They have advertised All Day Brunch but it ends at 11am, only select breakfast items are available after that. They also add an automatic 20% tip to your meals, and service wasn't that great. The Calamari tasted dry and previously frozen, definitely not fresh, and mixed with red peppers the same shape as the calamari ... both deep fried. The batter was tasty but not worth the price. The Breakfast Burrito and potatoes were average. Potatoes reminded me of frozen potatoes you toss in the toaster oven. We don't recommend this place for the food. It's edible but overpriced and very mediocre. read more
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Vida E.
We’re disappointed to read that your experience was not up to…
This a very cute establishment. Party of 4 on a Sunday morning got seated right way inside. We ordered: Huevos Rancheros : it was on the smaller size portion compare to the other items that we ordered. Loved the crunchy tortilla and the flavors of this dish. Breakfast Burrito: hubs got this and said 8/10 it was lacking a bit of salt and flavors. But it has good amount of chorizo, avocado and wasn't filled with potato. He likes that potatoes we're on the side. Southwestern Avocado Toast :The toast was very flavorful but the side salad was on the biter side. Not sure if they used watercress or what it was that made this simple green salad bitter Denver Omelet: This was very flavorful, all the ingredients tied together nicely. They also had really good coffee. read more
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Vida E.
Thank you for sharing your dining experience with us! It's great to…
They were short handed (we didn't know that till waiter came ten minutes later) and it took little longer than we expected but it was good! Our server was knowledgeable and happy even though he was running around like crazy. We sat outside under the comfort of shade and fans. The food was a basic breakfast but the mock tail delicious! read more
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Vida E.
We are glad to read you had an overall nice experience. Thanks for…
4 years ago
This is my second time visiting & I gotta say the experience was not much to brag about . Sometimes people treat you less just because you are by yourself & you aren't ordering a lot of food . And as a Solo traveler it's not fun ! Last year I was here I was totally treated differently, because we were a 7/8 people together. They were like on top of everything! And that's why I decided that if I were to visit that area again I will come back to have lunch here . What a disappointment! The food was ok, my virgin drink was ok too. Nothing to go crazy about . read more
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Vida E.
Thank you, Rezwana, for your feedback. This situation you encountered…
It's 3pm on a Thursday after Mem Day wknd, and it's understandably quiet everywhere. Right away, great service from Juicy. Margarita, perfect. Strawberry Mojito, even better. NOT premade tourist ingredients. Carne Asada Nachos...3 of us shared the generous chunky meat & guac topped app, cheese tasted like a béchamel mix. Clean, Pretty place. Street and patio seating as well as spacious a/c bar inside. Def ask for Juicy. She's Professional, kind and attentive. You can tell she loves her job. Prices typical for location. read more
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Vida E.
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We understand that it can be…
Ambiance: Loved the ocean front terrace seating with the bougainvillea and string lights throughout. The terrace is spacious and offers a variety of seating - from tables for two, four, or more; to comfy loveseats! The music was relaxing and inviting ( which was gladly welcomed given that ocean drive can be loud!). Service: hostess and server were friendly and attentive. Food arrived quickly. Food: ordered The Americano chop salad with chicken. It was perfection! Perfect size portion, fresh ingredients! Couldn't ask for anything more! Sadly, I was too full to order dessert but I will be back! I recommend this place for some healthy American fare with a bit of a Latin twist!! read more
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Linda, thank you for rating our restaurant. We're glad to know that…
1 year ago
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Michael
We're sorry to hear about your experience. This isn't the level of…
1 year ago
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