From our perspective, "Call me Gabby" is a do not pass up this dining experience! We dined around 8p on a Monday evening and thoroughly enjoyed the ambiance of the place both inside & out. We did opt to be seated outside as there was a nice gentle breeze to enjoy. We already knew what we were going to get since we studied the menu before arriving. After being in Italy this past summer, my go to drink is a Hugo Spritz. My husband and I shared the Watermelon Salad and Mezzaluna Alla Milanese. Wow.. WoW.. Wow! Did we ever pick the right items from the menu. Our server, Mariana K, shared that we ordered some of the popular dishes. There is no hesitation about ever coming back. We would do so in a heartbeat if we lived here or came back for a Miami Beach visit. Bonus - loved the story about "Call Me Gabby" conception! read more

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I went to Call Me Gaby for lunch a few weeks ago and it is SO cute! Tucked away south of fifth this is a perfect spot to grab a bite. It's both nice enough to go on a date, but casual enough to pop in for a meal unplanned. I opted for a Bloody Mary and my friend got a mezcal passionfruit marg which was good. We shared the burrata, mussels, and the charcuterie board. The mussels were awesome. Our server was friendly, and the food came out pretty quickly. On a Sunday afternoon it was full which added to the ambiance. While we sat inside, I could see the patio being a total vibe when it's not super hot outside. Solid spot. read more

Charming, little outdoor chic restaurant with patio seats you don't want to get up from. Cushions, pillows and tables with the cutest decor, we absolutely loved the vibe and our server, Antonio, was fantastic. He was friendly, patient and very attentive to our needs. There is also indoor seating and a bar that looked just as inviting. His recommendations were fantastic and the food was fresh, delicious and the portions were enough for us to share. Plenty of parking around on the street or the nearby lot. Be sure to pay, we did see quite a few cars getting tickets. We cannot recommend, Call Me Gabby, enough and we can't wait to go back again soon! Cheers! read more

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I absolutely love this place. The ambiance in there is so intimate and definitely makes for a nice date night. The servers are also very attentive, making sure your table is constantly clean and waters filled. Each time I go I get their pear pasta. I don't even like pear but whatever they do to this dish is heavenly. I can't recommend it enough. I dream about this pasta read more

Call Me Gaby - Pear pasta - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars is because my friends and I got seated at the table right by the entrance and it gets a little crowded, so you constantly have people super close to you waiting to be seated. Anyway, besides that, this is an amazing restaurant! The ambiance is cozy and calm, the volume wasn't too loud, it's dim and the lighting is perfect. It's not too dark like some restaurants where you have to whip out a flashlight to read the menu, and not too bright that your eyes burn every time you look up from the menu. Just right. The food was great, honestly. I ordered the cacio e pepe pasta and it was amazing. The portion was honestly perfect and the price wasn't ridiculous either. I came here to celebrate my birthday and I'd say it was a birthday well spent. The service was also incredible and our waiter was incredibly nice. Even the valet people outside of the restaurant were nice! Beautiful place, and I'd definitely visit again. read more

Call Me Gaby - Cacio e pepe pasta - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

I came here for dinner for a bachelorette party on a Friday night. We made reservations online beforehand and they were able to accommodate our large party of 12 with an outdoor table. It was a chilly evening, but they had heaters on. Our server was Jose and he was very impressive! He handled all of our orders with ease and had a great personality making jokes all evening. The menu is massive and some dishes were very pricey. I ordered a Margherita pizza for myself and I felt that was affordable at $19. The crust was great. Based on the pricing, I wouldn't consider this an everyday type of restaurant. It's better served for a special occasion or date night. read more

Call Me Gaby - Margherita Pizza - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Was out for girls night, and popped in after dinner for a night cap. I'm super glad we decided to walk the area and see what all was going on. Call me Gaby is the cutest restaurant lounge with some super cute and romantic mini dinner nooks on private balconies upstairs. Music was nice, great atmosphere and service as well. Unfortunately we were full so I just had a Hugo spritz but I will certainly be back for the vibes and to check out the food. read more

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It's like walking in a big Italian family living room. The service is quick and straight to the point. Our server didn't know what to make for a mocktail so stocked with water. The food was fresh and seasoned well. Best lava cake though. read more

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Loved my experience here!! Make reservations and definitely sit OUTSIDE. Cocktails were amazing and the food was also fantastic. Solid choice for dinner. Will definitely be back. Service was on point! read more

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Disappointed. The outside seating, which was beautiful and first come first seating, had cushions, foliage and other comfy additions to feel like a living room amongst the tropical greenery. My sister was in town visiting from snowy MN so outside seating was a must! :). We started with the saffron mussels and the focaccia. The focaccia came with some of the best olive oil I have ever tried and was a good, thick portion. The mussels? OH. MY. GOD. SOOOOOO delicious! By far the best dish of the night. Unfortunately, it all went downhill from there. We split the special of the night, which were grilled giant prawns served with fettuccini in a "garlic wine butter sauce." The dish came with 3 shrimp that were for the most part cooked perfectly and were HUGE; like the size of my hand. I say almost cooked perfectly because half of one of the shrimp was overcooked. The disappointing part was the noodles. It legitimately just tasted like buttered noodles. The whole dish needed an acid that the lemon wedge served on the side just did not make up for and a cream element. Also, something fresh, like fresh herbs. I was so very disappointed by the pasta. For a price tag of $78, not worth it. In fact, I took home the noodles and the mussels and used the saffron mussel broth to mix with the noodles. THAT was delish! Service was on point. Very knowledgable and friendly. I would go back for the mussels but nothing else. It was a disappointing dinner. read more

Such a cute restaurant with amazing servers and waitstaff!!! We ate on the 2nd floor, but they have quaint exterior patio areas and little balcony areas that were so cute. We started off with delicious focaccia. Our Asian pear salad with candied pecans, blue cheese was unbelievably yummy. We ate the entire thing and could have eaten more- get it! The Cacio e Pepe was perfect with just the right amount of sauce. The bolognese was on the sweet side but a touch of salt made it just right. The decor, staff and food make this an amazing dining experience. read more

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What a charming outdoor garden this place has! I love the mismatched patterns that somehow look perfect together throughout the fabrics, plates, etc. This place is a great vibe for anything: date, family dinner, catch up with a friend. Staff were really nice and accommodating. All I had was the Margherita pizza but it was cooked to perfection. There's a lot I still want to try from their menu - will have to come through on an empty stomach next time! Can't wait to be back. read more

We had a beautiful dinner at Call Me Gaby. The ambiance was cozy and warm with the string lights, vines, mood lighting, and heated lamps on the patio. The food was also spectacular - I ordered the cacio e pepe, which though it looks small via photo was very filling, and my partner also got the bolognese which was very flavorful and delicious! The service was pretty good as well, they were kind enough to deliver a complimentary dessert for two other dinner guests of our party who were celebrating an anniversary. Only critique was that our server didn't introduce himself, just stood there without saying anything, and we had to ask him about the specials etc. He also mixed up telling us what was the risotto of the day and ravioli of the day, but he could've been having an off-night. Regardless, it was a beautiful dinner! read more

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Delicious, pretty and great service! We got a bunch of things to share and it was all delicious ! I highly recommend coming here for a lunch or dinner ! read more

Call Me Gaby - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

WOW!!! Amazing food, atmosphere, and service! We had the pleasure of being wined and dined by this handsome gentleman. Not only was he amazing service and went above and beyond for my grandma to make sure she was happy and enjoyed her experience, he did everything with a smile and amazing energy. Most definitely will be back! For the great food, service, and looks. read more

Call Me Gaby - Our server (unfortunately did not catch him name) was the sweetest and spoiled my grandma! - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Ambience is great, super cute and cozy. But food it's pretty regular. Nothing stand out for me. I had the fiorecchi, side of asparagus , side of shrimp (only 5 pieces of shrimp). read more

Call Me Gaby - Fiorecchi - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

One of my husband's coworkers (and his wife) were in town and wanted to meet up for dinner - and they had gotten a late night reservation at Call Me Gaby on Friday night. It was certainly delicious and with great service - but there are definitely other Italian spots in town that are much more reasonably priced - but that's what you get on the beach, right? We started with the burrata on special, as well as one of the pizzas covered in stracciatella and truffle. Honestly, probably the best burrata I've ever had in my life - it was creamy, perfectly salty, and the focaccia it was served with were divine. For entrees - my husband and I both ordered from the nightly specials: osso bucco with a pomodoro sauce served over saffron risotto, and a cacio e pepe served from a cheese wheel with black truffle. Unfortunately, the cacio e pepe was only fine. The presentation of the cheese wheel was great...but it was definitely missing the pepper part of the pepe. The saffron risotto however was excellent. Overall, service was excellent and it was such a fun vibe; I would definitely be back to grab drinks at the bar and maybe split an app or two - but probably wouldn't opt there for dinner again. read more

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Always a lovely south of fifth experience. The atmosphere is so romantic and charming with all the flowers and lights. Enjoyed the little gem salad (add grilled shrimp), the meatballs are epic!!! And the pasta is delish!! The pizza is great too! Such a good spot to frequent! read more

Call Me Gaby - Of course Sophia Loren my idol and Italian food - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Came for dinner and sat outside which was nice in the fall/winter. Would probably be uncomfortable in the summer. Ordered two apps, the meatballs and the Asian pears salad. Both were delicious. Meatballs were 3 of average size. The pears were thinly sliced and the flavors were paired excellently. Not heavy and a nice starter. Pastas we had were the cacio e pepe (pasta in a white cheesy sauce) and an order of the pappardelle all'uovo alla bolognese (pasta in a bolognese sauce)... both were delicious. Place is busy and we were lucky to get a table the day we went. I doubt that would happen again so make your plans ahead of time!! read more

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Call me Gaby, more like Call me Mediocre. Everything was extremely overpriced for food and service I could get better at brio. Unfortunately I fell into the tourist trap of visiting this place, don't get me wrong the restaurant has a beautiful ambiance, but nowhere near worth the price. Now to really discuss my problem, the service. Our server Claudia was pretty cold off the bat but I tried to ignore it. First thing that bugged me was that when listing water options she never once mentioned FREE tap water, only still or sparkling which was an unpleasant cost on the bill. Once we finished the bottled still water the very nice woman who was bussing our table gave us tap water. When Claudia realized she got mad at the busser and then proceeded to come to us almost confused how we figured out there was free tap water, ruining her elaborate plan to get more money on the bill. My biggest complaint with the service was that our server Claudia wasn't the least bit kind and seemed like she does not try to put in any effort to please customers. I completely understand though, her 20% tip was already added why would she try to be nice. Overall, I would not recommended this restaurant, but if you have to try it for the experience, steer away from Claudia and the Cacio e Pepe. read more

An absolutely beautiful restaurant with fantastic food but the best part of our experience was our waitress Linda from Milan. Her humor and stories made our night! I hope one day we can make her mother proud and finish all of our food! When we asked for a picture she even encouraged us to take it at the entrance for a better background. All around a fantastic server and experience! We will be back and we will ask for Linda every time! read more

Call me crazy but $37 for a pinza (rectangular shape pizza) is just absurd. Don't get me wrong, the food was good, the decor is super cute with authentically Italian vibes in a welcoming location and ambiance but the menu prices are excessive. We ordered a burrata which comes with nothing else than the pesto and olive oil $25 along with the meatballs which were served in a cute pot but were room temperature. The small endive salad was delicious but $27.... read more

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Came here with my son and ate her for dinner during a trip to Miami. We were seated outside in this beautiful patio. Our server was from Italy and very professional with me and made a great suggestion for a drink. One drink because I was with my son . As for the food, I ordered a prosciutto pizza which was fantastic. Wood fired to perfection. My son had a cheese pizza. The inside has a small bar with an extensive wine selection. Overall was very happy with the service here and glad I came here. read more

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I had been invited for a dear friends birthday to call me Gaby. We were a big group of girls. & had read the reviews and went in hoping it would be good. Sadly it was not due to many reasons. I had been calling since the morning to ask some questions. Nobody picked up. (3 times to be exact ). I ordered the cacio y pepe. It was not good. There was too much black pepper. And I always get this dish ! The drink was okay. The overall vibe of this place is not it. It's too loud. Not ideal to have a conversation or date. The service was good. As usual though there was always an issue with the check having to be split amongst 6 cards for a big group. The prices are too much for what you are paying . There is also a 20 % tip. Parking is street parking. There was no parking and had to valet $25. The overall crowd is not really Miami local foodies, More like the south beach crowd there for the gram. I personally would not go back here again. read more

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Joes is a staple if you're a fan of stone crab then you should definitely go. I prefer the king crab, which is delicious. If you don't like seafood at all, the real deal is with the fried chicken. It's at a great price and it is quite delicious. The staff is very attentive, has an old world charm to it. The place is very nostalgic and again is famous Miami go to. Please be sure to go before May 1 so that you can get fresh stone crab otherwise you're gonna get the frozen stuff which is good but not as tender. read more

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It's such a beautiful venue. There is upscale yet casual seating outside. It is cozy all around. It feels natural to chat with your neighbor. We ordered a couple cocktails. My Long Island was delicious. I also had an Amaretto Sour that was just perfect. Our bartender was very friendly. We already ate dinner but I definitely want to come back here for dinner. The pizza looked tasty. read more

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Loved the fresh watermelon salad--light, bright, and perfectly topped with pistachio crumble. The Asian pear carpaccio was a standout: crisp pears, Roquefort, and caramelized pecans in the best sweet-savory combo. Absolutely love the ambience, downstairs patio, and upstairs bar- stop by to see for yourself Friendly staff- this is my third visit!! a must if you're in Miami! read more

Call Me Gaby - Upstairs dining - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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You either love or hate the trendy South Beach restaurants near South Pointe. Parking - fortunately I was dropped off but expect to pay $25 for parking because the lots nearby are very sparse. Drinks - I ordered the Profumo cocktail, which was tasty, but slightly different than I expected based on the menu description. $20 Food - I ordered the eggplant parm appetizer and the fiocchi pasta as an entree. Around $50 for the 2, and I HIGHLY recommend ordering an app and entree just due to portion sizes. I believe that price is justified by taste and quality, but could I get an equivalent dish for less at most other Miami Italian restaurants? Yes. I spent $101 in total including tip, and honestly was still a little hungry. Service was good, not great. So, my conclusion on Call Me Gaby is that they are just another trendy overpriced restaurant whose food/service doesn't match the cost. read more

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On my pursuit of a new Italian restaurant, I ended calling on Gaby last weekend. Located right near South Pointe, it's a great spot to enjoy a bite after a day on the water, especially on their outdoor patio..or come dressed a little nicer for a dinner out. It's a few blocks away from the bustle of Ocean Drive so it has a cool exclusivity. Even on the patio, the music is more jazzy than party. Service was casually relaxed, and my server was on point with her recommendations. The way to go are their pizzas. The "Andrea" I enjoyed is a delicious & complex blend of flavors: fluffy rosemary crust, salty prosciutto, and a sweet fig jam with cool straciatella cheese. Did you try to eat it by hand and your toppings fell on the plate, and you have your crust left? No problem, since they serve a rich Sanniti balsamic vinegar. It's a perfect dipping sauce. Leave some space for their delicious pannacotta with berries. The vibe is great for sipping some vino and a great afternoon out. Giving them an extra star for the vibe..I'd certainly recommend! read more

Amazing location for brunch and hangout by the beach! I treated some friends there for brunch and our server Louis was helpful and provided impeccable service! I had the charcuterie board which was very cute and reminded me of Italy. As a bonus, we got nice dessert courtesy of the management. Would definitely return! read more

Call Me Gaby - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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I hate that I loved this place because I'm so anti-sceney joints and this was exactly that but the food was soooo excellent. We had an 8:45 res and they were nice about seating us without the entire party present. We did request outdoor seating which they couldn't accommodate but it wasn't a big deal. The vibe is lively and upscale. Music is a tad too loud for my preference. Drink menu is fun and cocktails are reasonably priced at around $19-$20. I ordered a gin martini and it was well made. Everyone in my group enjoyed their drinks. We ordered the focaccia, the eggplant app, two pizzas, and a pasta to split. Everything was delicious but the pasta (FIOCCHETTI ALLE PERE E TARTUFO) was the star. Apps are around the $20 mark and mains are around $25-40. Service was decent - nothing to write home about but relatively attentive. Overall we enjoyed the meal. Again, probably a bit more expensive than it should be but the quality holds up. read more

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We had lunch at Nikki Beach. had my niece in from New York with a friend. I just wanted to show her my spot where I hang out. so so we just had drinks and a dessert. read more

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The food is great. But the service is very weird. The manager doesn't know what he's doing. The staff do not communicate with each other about anything. I asked where is the bathroom, the waiter pointed at the bathroom. Then the manager yelled at me for using the wrong bathroom. Everyone has an attitude . Won't be back. read more

Absolutely loved Call Me Gaby and can't wait to go back! I have walked by this restaurant so many times and I finally made it in for dinner, and I don't know why I waited so long to make the reservation. The restaurant itself is so charming, from top to bottom. It's an awesome date night spot with absolutely incredible food and service. We had soup, salad, pasta, pizza and chicken and all were notably delicious! Highly recommend!! read more

Call Me Gaby - Pear carpaccio & focaccia - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Do not recommend this place for solo diners. They don't like seating people without a group or a reservation. I had to share table with 3 unknown parties. Everyone was uncomfortable. Couldn't even get out of the sofa seat. Food was mid. Paid $32 for the pizza in the picture. Charged $7 for small Coca Cola. That's a rip off. I will never go again. read more

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Everything is great about this restaurant (food, service, ambiance) the hostess not that much! read more

Call Me Gaby - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

What a fantastic experience... Truly amazing! I tried making a reservation on line for a party of 7 and was referred to the restaurant directly for this size party so I left a message and within an hour I was text regarding my dinner reservation request. I sent the details and requested outdoor seating and they confirmed the reservation for 7pm. We were seated outside. The setting was beautiful with cozy benches and pillows and amazing ambiance. The service was impeccable, For starts- We ordered a round of drinks. All were fantastic and a bottle of albareno. Everything looked fantastic on the menu and although they are pricy, I noticed the portions on the other tables were huge so we ordered family style a little variety of food that did not disappoint! We started with: FOCACCIA $7 Pizza dough, rosemary, coarse salt, extra virgin olive oil DOP It was crispy yet soft cooked perfect ! CHARCUTERIE PLATTER $32 Chef selection of assorted Italian cured meats and Parmesan cheese The presentation was great and a great shareable item PARMIGIANA DI MELANZANE $24 Eggplant layers, smoked mozzarella, basil, topped with a fresh tomato sauce and grated Parmigiano-Reggiano It was delicious and although it looked heavy it was light. AUTHENTIC NICOISE $32 Little gem lettuce, French green beans, radishes, tuna filet in olive oil, steamed fingerling potatoes, boiled eggs, celery, anchovies, black olives red & green peppers, shallots, Dijon dressing The salad was fantastic. The lettuce was cold and crisp and very flavorful WATERMELON $29 Fresh diced watermelon, goat cheese, mint, lemon zest, pistachio crumble, olive oil DOP It's my go to summer salad in Greece that did not disappoint on a cool night in Miami. The watermelon was fresh, sweet and shareable portion for sure. This could easily be ordered as a salad or desert if you want a lighter way to fix your sweet tooth fix. My ultimate favorite was the Pizza GABY $49 Pizza dough topped with foie gras, fig jam, edible flowers, gorgonzola cream, raisins confit The flavors came together perfectly. We could have easily had a second round. VEAL MILANESE $52 Served with arugula and cherry tomatoes Cooked to perfection. The portion was huge!!!!! MEDITERRANEAN BRANZINO $48 Pan-fried with black rice, roasted asparagus, and a lemon caper butter sauce I thought the branzino was a little over cooked when It first arrived. I made a comment at the table and the manager had it changed immediately! The new branzino came back and it melted. SPAGHETTI AL POMODORO $24 Italian cherry tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil, onion, celery, carrots This was the an easy great bonus to mix in with everything we got. It was light and really good. The service was immaculate! Our waters were consistently poured and waiter and staff were always at our table making sure we were taken care of. Truly a fabulous dinner. A special thank you to the manager Ariel, for insisting on replacing the fish. It was fantastic and I will definitely be back soon!!! read more

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Great location. The restaurant has a pretty ambiance. Service was attentive and professional. My salad and grill shrimp was great. Small portions but very refreshing for a hot day. read more

Call Me Gaby - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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Been wanting to try this for a while.... So good!! Definitely lived up to the expectations. The restaurant itself is so cute, we sat outside in the lounge area and it was an amazing vibe on a nice evening. We ordered Burrata (one of the specials) Crispy polenta Andrea pizza Strozzapreti pasta Fiocchetti pasta Asparagus Everything was outstanding!! Flavorful, great portions of food and unique combinations. Luz was an excellent waitress, her recommendations were great and she had the nicest personality. Great spot for girlfriends or for a date! Will definitely be back read more

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Great experience great food pretty good server. Would go again, food wa unique and yumm Nice atmosphere read more