Family owned open kitchen where you can watch Gino whip up authentic Italian favorites from your…read moretable. My bolognese reminded me of my Nana's. The pasta was cooked a perfect al dente and the bolognese sauce was smooth tomato meatiness. My girlfriend loved her carbonara. It was creamy and eggy with crispy pork bowls dusting the top. The fried pizza was very good. The food was filling but not too heavy and it made for a perfect date night.

We ate here on our first night in Miami Beach. It was within walking distance of our hotel, and is…read moreonly a block from the beach. We made a reservation for when they opened at 5:30 p.m. as we weren't sure how full places got, but when we arrived there was only one other table seated. The place did mostly fill up while we were there. They have about 4 tables out on the wide sidewalk out front, and more seating along the right wall inside. They also have a bar area. This place was a lot like restaurants in Europe in many ways. For water, they offer 'with gas' or still but apparently either variety is bottled and runs at least $6. Prices seemed high. That was generally true throughout Miami Beach, but this place seemed a bit higher than even normal. Prices were along the lines of what you'd pay for 'fine dining' in Atlanta. While nice enough, I don't think this place would be categorized that way. I think they did have complementary bread, which we enjoyed. We split a salad, which came late and which ended up being mostly a take-home leftover (which I had a couple of night later). My wife opted for fish and I got a ravioli dish. The food was good. I finished mine (portions were adequate, but not huge). My wife did have some fish left, and took that back to the hotel also. We got the bill and I thought it was a mistake initially until I realized that they had added a ~ 20% 'service fee'. This turned out to be pretty standard practice in the area, but it would be wise for restaurants to note this. I didn't dislike this place, but it suffered from being our introduction to restaurant dinners in Miami Beach. If you are not on a tight budget, you might consider a meal here, but check out options and pricing on their website so nothing will be a surprise.

I'm not the biggest fan of dining at the restaurants along Collins in south beach despite a…read moregorgeous view of the beach and the perfect place to sightsee ( great spot if it's your first time im south beach ) but the reviews were quite positive and I wanted to try their seafood offerings . My mom and I shared a few items but what stood out was the coconut shrimp ( absolutely delicious ). I would go back just for that .

The ambiance is amazing. Beautiful outdoor seating space and prompt service…read more As for the food, they do have a large variety of cuisines and food options although I wouldn't come here if you are looking for a good meal. The Alfredo was alright, it was enjoyable for what you would expect in a place like this with many different types of food. The ravioli wasn't the best, wouldn't order it again. I shared with my sister and she didn't want to finish her part. The mahi mahi was overcooked and the rest of the plate was very mid. Apart from a very mid food experience, we enjoyed our time here just because the day was so nice out and the seating was enjoyable.

Food, service, Ambiance, Everything was excellent Puca and…read morethe Hostess Mary were Phenomenal! 10/10 Highly Recommend

This restaurant is so fun and has a great atmosphere…read more My friend and I were seated immediately on the inside, which was less crowded than the patio but still lively. We ordered wine and our entrees and were given bread almost immediately, which was a great touch. I ordered cacio e pepe which was SO good. It was a little alarming how fast the food came out, but we'll frame it as efficiency. It was honestly one of the better versions of the dish I have had. While there, there was a live performance with music and everyone was waving their napkins. It was so fun! That said, it was a little pricey. We ordered two entrees and two glasses of wine and it was $125ish total, with the 20% service fee included. I guess it to be expected given the location but still a great time.

We make it a point to eat at Fratelli La Bufala every time we visit Miami Beach. We have been fans…read moreof the brand for a long time (since they had a New York City location over a decade ago) because of how authentic the food is: I'm Italian and I always look for restaurants I can trust to consistently deliver a meal that tastes like home. This time I had the spaghetti alle vongole (clams): it is close to impossible to find good spaghetti alle vongole in the US, so I usually just make them myself at home, but I trusted this Neapolitan team to deliver -- and they did! The spaghetti were perfect, exactly like being in Italy. On top of that, we really enjoyed the service: Josefina was attentive and sweet, always on top of things. We will be back soon enough.

This was my first meal in Miami right after I got off the flight, so I was pretty hungry and wanted…read moreto order everything. My friend and I shared the Greek salad to start. It was not great, there were too many mushrooms and not enough other vegetables, and not enough dressing so it was dry. Thankfully, things turned around when the pizza and pasta came out. We shared the bolognese and the diavolo pizza. Both were huge portions and were both really delicious. We ended up not finishing the pizza but I had some leftover later and it was still really good cold.

Second time at this spot, both for drinks, so that would be the review…read more This classic Art Deco building has a nice old school hotel, and a small 8 person bar inside to the right. We have been on South Beach in the afternoon a few months back, and wanted a spit to stop in for a beverage. We had a fine time, with great service. This past weekend we were early for a brunch event so we stopped in again for a mimosa. There was a differnt bartendewr from last time, but just as good service. He was a nice fella, who properly made mimosa with just a splash of Orange Juice. In my case I got a Bellini so just a bit of peach. He had some ranchera playing which I like, and most people don't care for. When I told him I appreciated the tunes he played a couple favorites of his as well. It's a little pricey but it is right on Ocean Drive. We are fans.

We had high expectations for IL Bolognese and unfortunately left extremely disappointed…read more Despite having a reservation, we were seated at a table that wasn't properly set -- no chair ready, no glassware, no place setting. The restaurant is located in a hotel lobby, and the environment was very loud and chaotic -- definitely not the romantic date night atmosphere we were expecting. Service was poor from start to finish. They ran out of water and didn't check back to refill or offer another bottle (which was $10). Our prosecco was served in mismatched glasses because they had apparently run out of the proper ones. It felt very thrown together. The biggest issue was the food. At $95 per person, we expected exceptional quality. My husband ordered the lobster ravioli and I ordered the Cacio e Pepe. Both dishes were underwhelming. The Cacio e Pepe was simply noodles with sauce -- nothing elevated or worth the price. The lobster ravioli unfortunately tasted processed and overly salty -- more like something out of a can than a high-end Italian restaurant. When our waitress asked how everything was and we said we didn't enjoy the pasta, her response was simply, "Sorry to hear that." There was no offer to remake it, replace it, or remove anything from the bill. For a $95-per-person experience, that level of service is unacceptable. We ended up asking for our desserts to-go because we just wanted to leave. The server said it would be "easier" if we boxed them ourselves. That pretty much summed up the experience. Between the price, lack of service, and disappointing food, this was not worth it. I genuinely don't understand the high ratings. Save your money and go somewhere else.

We stumbled upon this Argentinian/Italian restaurant. And we are so happy we did…read more We wanted something a little lighter, so we shared a few things: Liberty salad: it looked simple, tasted so fresh. We both enjoyed this salad immensely. Freshest ingredients we've had in a salad in a long time. Empanadas: we tried both the chicken and beef. The hubby likes the chicken and I really liked the beef. Baked empanadas full of flavor. Light and slightly crispy shell. IYKYK, great baked empanadas are hard to come by. They do it right. Caramel crepe à la mode: oh my! These are delicious!! The inside of the crepes are filled with a cajete/caramel filling that will blow you away if you are a caramel fan. Not too sweet which is key, but that awesome caramel "stick-to-the-roof-of-your-mouth" feel. Then, vanilla ice cream on top. Yikes! So good! Perfectly paired with coffee..I'm done. Next time I'm in Miami, I will certainly be back to try a proper meal. Highly recommend.

La Parrilla Liberty is one of those spots that just gets it. If you're into steak and fútbol, this…read moreplace checks all the boxes. The Argentine vibe hits you right away with Messi, Maradona, and La Selección memorabilia everywhere, plus TVs all over so you don't miss a match. The steak was on point, cooked exactly how it should be, full of flavor, and good portions. Everything came out hot and fresh. Service was solid, friendly, and easygoing, which makes the whole experience better. It's a great place to sit back, eat well, watch soccer, and enjoy the atmosphere without feeling rushed. If you're in Miami Beach and want a legit Argentine steakhouse with great energy, this is definitely worth it. I'll be back. Vamos Argentina Carajo 2026

Food was ok. Be aware you will be charged for tap water and bread without knowing. I would not…read morerecommend.

Beautiful eclectic, setting with delightful food to match! If you need a place where the appetizers…read moreare delicious and the service is great this is your spot. I have never had grilled octopus cooked to that level of perfection......chef's kiss. So much so, I had to make sure and double back. The remainder of the meal was also delicious.... I will visit every time I'm in town for sure!!!

A+ great Italian restaurant on Ocean Dr. South Beach Miami. Nice outdoor dining table set up and A+…read morecustomer services. Enjoy ocean breeze. Pay $85 Valet Parking, they can park your car in front of the restaurant during the night.

Avoid this place -- something is seriously off here…read more We ordered very simply: two drinks that were marketed as a "2-for-1" at $22, plus a $22 burger. Based on that, the bill should've been around $66 before tip. Instead, it came out to $105. Throughout the meal, the waiter repeatedly told us certain add-ons were "included" or "no extra charge," yet those same items showed up on the bill. When I questioned it, the explanations didn't line up. There was also a constant push to get us to drink more--offering "double shots" at supposedly no extra cost, and even trying to give free tequila shots after I started questioning the bill. It honestly felt like the goal was to lower our guard so we wouldn't catch what was happening. Service made it worse. The burger was actually good, but the drinks were terrible--and showed up 10 minutes after the food, after we had already waited over 30 minutes from ordering. When I pressed the charges, the situation got even more concerning. The waiter ended up pulling cash out of his own pocket to partially refund us effectively acknowledging he was caught, which raises serious questions about how this place operates. This wasn't just bad service--it felt deceptive and intentional. I'd strongly recommend going somewhere else.