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    Cucina Povera

    4.8 (21 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Blueberry Gimlet
    Daniel C.

    Met up with some friends for happy hour here. I got a Blueberry Gimlet and the arancini, and both were excellent. I also tried my friend's fries and they were great too. The place itself was beautiful, in a really convenient location, not too busy, and easy to hold a conversation. Service was also impeccable. Absolutely love this place and will for sure be back.

    Very attentive and welcoming staff . Food was fantastic ! Will highly recommend . Perfect place to catch up with a friend or for date night .

    Bisteco with roasted potatoes
    Lesley O.

    Such a cute intimate restaurant The food was so fresh and all the plates were just the right amount per serving! Definitely coming back again

    Matcha with oat milk
    Anabella V.

    I've been wanting to try this place for awhile. Although is an Italian restaurant they have a breakfast corner and that's where I found myself trying their matcha latte, and it was really good. The Barista/server was a sweet girl very nice and approachable, so for that alone I was lucky. I'm going to try the restaurant next.

    White Sangria
    Jenny H.

    Such a beautiful and nice new restaurant in Coral Gables. I was here with a large group. Our server was Mia, and she was excellent. The service was top notch, and it felt very personable. The food was delicious as well. I had a white Sangria. I will say that while it was tasty, the alcohol was very light. I'd probably go with a different cocktail or just a glass of wine next time. (Idk why my picture of it is sort of blurry! I didn't notice it at the time). For my meal I actually just had the appetizer, Burrata Salad). It was perfect for what I was feeling at the time. There were lots of tomatoes, two large slices of bread, burrata, and prosciutto, and balsamic and pesto. My friend ordered it as well and requested olive oil to add to it, but I felt the flavor was good as it was. The people around me ordered pastas, and everyone loved their meals. Someone also ordered one of the pizzas and said it was good. The restaurant aesthetic itself was very sophisticated and beautiful. I'd love to go back and sit at the beautiful bar one of these days.

    We finally found a pizza we were looking for.......
    Joseph T.

    Wow and doble Wow. Wow. Wow. What an amazing gem of a place that just opened up in the last month. This is the sister/brother store of Bay 13 & ThreeFold in Coral Gables. The place is quaint with its low lighting and cool bar atmosphere. Ennio waited on us at the bar. He was so happy and professional. Kelly is one of the managers which I met at the other store fronts and had been promoting me to come her for weeks. My wife is a pizza snob and we ordered the margaritta. The dough was fresh and aged properly. The crust was thin and crispy with a soft center. The sauce was light sweet but not overpowering. The cheese was oh so satisfying. Wow and double wow. This is a must try.

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    Kelly G.

    Great new Italian restaurant in the Gables! Gia, the bartender, is the best! Parking is accessible in the Milam's (Cascade Building) Garage at only $4 flat rate. I would highly recommend the Smoked Salmon Pizza and the Meatballs! The menu is reasonably priced, and they offer happy hour 7 days a week from 4pm - 6pm with discounted drinks and food deals.

    Bistecca with Fingerling Potatoes
    George K.

    My wife and I were looking for some good Italian food after a long day of adventuring. We found a few restaurants but zero'd in on Cucina Povera after seeing some great reviews on Google. When we arrived we were the very first customers of the night and had the restaurant to ourselves for quite some time. The location is right off of US1 but quiet and the restaurant had a very upscale dining feel. We were duly impressed by the wonderful service as well as the delicious dishes we had. The Bistecca has phenomenal quality but the flavor of the Beef Ravioli with Peppercorn sauce was unmatched. Will be coming back again soon!

    Cappuccino and Omega avo... so good. Great service too. Thank you
    Alex M.

    Cucina Povera's cappuccino and avocado toast hit the spot! Rich espresso and velvety milk paired perfectly with the smashed avocado on sourdough bread. Cozy atmosphere and great service.

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    The cavetelli with pesto was great. Good service and yummy cocktails. Would recommend for delicious Italian dishes.

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    Just had lunch with the family at this beautiful restraunt and the food was wonderful. Great service. I highly recommend Cucina Povera.

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    The food was amazing and the restaurant staff were friendly and attentive. I will definitely go back when I visit Miami.

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    Great food, atmosphere and staff. So glad to have this restaurant in the area. Will definitely be coming back!

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    Bistro Café

    Bistro Café

    4.2
    (220 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    great spot to grab a bite in coral gables! i went here on a friday afternoon around 2PM and there…read morewas no wait. they have a large selection of sandwiches, pancakes, french toast, and latin american inspired foods. i got the Zeus ($23) and really enjoyed it. the portion of skirt steak is generous and i really loved all the different flavors going on, from the sweetness of the plantains to the tanginess of the steak sauce. one of the better sandwiches i've had in a while especially for the price! and the service was quick and friendly, i sat at the bar and my bartender was great. food came out in 8 minutes. this is a spot i'm definitely coming back to! their drinks look fantastic, i have my eyes set on that pistachio latte.

    Bistro Cafe definitely felt a little overpriced at first glance, but the portion sizes and flavor…read morehelped justify it. The servings were huge and everything tasted fresh and well made. My husband ordered the Basic Omelette with ham, onions, peppers, tomatoes, and mushrooms, and they absolutely loaded it with veggies. It was packed with flavor and very satisfying! I ordered the churrasco gyro and it was delicious! Generous portions of meat, fresh veggies, and plenty of tzatziki. The salads were also surprisingly good with just the right amount of dressing. A few disappointments: the potatoes are fried rather than roasted, there's no gluten-free bread option, and they don't offer decaf coffee. Overall though, the food was flavorful, filling, and worth trying if you're looking for hearty breakfast/brunch portions! We will be back.

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    Peppermint mocha latte
    Peppermint mocha latte
    Skirt steak egg white omelette

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    Loretta and the Butcher

    Loretta and the Butcher

    4.4
    (334 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Loved watching the World Cup Final here, even though I was the lone person cheering for España…read more(¡HOORAY! ). The food was fantastic as always, and the sangria was delicious and tasted genuinely authentic. A special shoutout to our waiter, Eduardo, who was wonderful. He and my dad instantly bonded over being Costa Rican, and it made the experience feel even more welcoming and personal. The only disappointment was dessert. The pavlova sounded much more exciting than it actually was. It was overwhelmingly sweet, and everything on the plate (the vanilla ice cream, vanilla pavlova, and vanilla whipped cream) had nearly the same flavor, color, and texture. It ended up feeling very one-note and lacked the contrast and freshness that makes a great pavlova memorable. Overall, I'll keep coming back again and again. The food is excellent, the service is warm, and it's just as perfect for watching a match as it is for a great meal. Skip the pavlova, but absolutely don't skip this place.

    Went to this Argentinian for the first time on a friday. We were a party of 4 with no reservation…read morearound 7 p.m. There was no wait but only available seats were outside. The service was exceptional and all the servers were attentive, constantly providing water which is a plus! We ordered the chorizo and blood sausage morcilla for an appetizer. I was skeptical about the blood sausage but WOW, it was delicious. The house bread, not pictured, was so good. It was served with a blue cheese spread. We all ordered steaks with a perfectly seasoned salad, side of mash potatoes or fries. Love that our steaks were cooked to perfection. Flan was a perfect finish to a great dinner experience

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    Bar
    Loretta's burger - good.
    Loretta's burger - good.
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    Chug's Diner

    Chug's Diner

    3.9
    (660 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    I arrived at Chug's around 9:30-9:45 and was able to get a seat at the countertop. Just walking up…read moreto the counter top and seeing what everyone was eating I knew I was in for a treat. It was cute inside, it had a very welcoming vibe. I started off with the Mongolian Beef Pastelito. Loved it. It reminded me of a Chinese food Cuban fusion. I would get this again, but I'm really kicking myself for not trying the Guayaba y Queso Pastelito. The Malanga Latkes were AWESOME. It came with a guava apple sauce and a saizon sour cream. These are must get when you visit. Thank me later. The Bao con Croqueta was great. The kimchi slaw paired great with the ham and shrimp croqueta. I also loved that it was in a bao. I'd get this again, but I really want to try the Duck. And you know I had to get the Cast Iron Pancake. It's legit, it's not just a viral menu item. It was soft on the inside and soaked up the syrup, the outside had a nice crust on it. The flaked sea salt was a nice touch. I'm STILL thinking about this pancake and I'm upset that I don't live in Miami because I would have gone back the next day for this. LOVED IT and you will too. I tried my friends breakfast sandwich. I don't remember which one it was, but it was terrific. I had the Short Rib Boliche, which was braised short rib, white rice and an egg. It was great, but honestly, with everything else on the menu I was just whelmed. Next time, and there will be a next time, I'm going for all new dishes because despite leaving there satisfied and full, I have food regret. They have a large menu and I don't think you can go wrong with what you order.

    Small 30 min wait on a long holiday weekend. Service was fast despite busy schedule. Our server was…read moresuper kind and gave us some recommendations which ended up being delish (the fries!!) The burrito is a really big size and was super tasty. The lechón was so tasty and the tortilla was perfectly crispy. I would maybe pass on the croquetas. Their sauce was amazing but the croquetas themselves were a bit too mushy. Fries were delish!

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    Seating area, taken from back of restaurant
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    Chug Slam
    @endoedibles on Instagram 10/26/24
 
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