I have to confess... I've probably been guilty of gatekeeping this gem for years…read more I've been coming to Basilico for a long time, and yet never got around to writing the review it deserves. This week I realized it was time to share it with my Yelp family. From the moment you walk in, you're treated like family. Even if I haven't been there in months, I'm welcomed back as if I was there last week. That kind of genuine hospitality is rare. Over the years I've worked my way through just about everything on the menu. Most of the time I don't even order anymore--I simply ask, "What am I eating today?" They know what I like, and I trust them completely. Whether it's a pasta special, a wine recommendation, or something I've never tried before, they've never steered me wrong. Speaking of wine, their list is excellent. I'm perfectly happy letting them choose a bottle or glass for me, and I've discovered several favorites that way. On this visit I finally ordered the Flank Steak (Vacio de los Andes a la Parrilla), and all I can say is... wow. It was cooked perfectly, incredibly tender, and full of flavor. Honestly, it rivaled steaks I've had at restaurants that specialize in nothing but steak. One tip: if you're coming for lunch, arrive a little early. This cozy spot fills up quickly, and once you've eaten here you'll understand why. Basilico isn't flashy. More like cozy and intimate, excellent for good conversation. It's simply one of those rare neighborhood restaurants that gets the important things right--great food, wonderful people, and consistency year after year. Some places become favorites because of one great meal. Basilico became one of mine because they've been delivering them for years.

A hidden gem! Wonderful food and service! Family owned restaurant. We had the veal and the new york…read morestrip, tiramisu everything was excellent! Highly recommend.

What a place to experience. From the beautiful decor and vibe, to the amazing staff and the…read moreremarkably delicious cuisine. We were treated so special by Benny are waiter. The Mixto frito was light, well seasoned and melted in our mouths. Everyone was impressed by their meals. The lobster risotto was yummy. My friend absolutely loved her cacio e pepe and Benny's service of it made it even better! My other friend said her fish was perfectly prepared. To top it off the pistachio cake - yum yum yum . I'm hoping to go back with my hubby. Thanks for an amazing meal!

All I can say is WOW. Portosole is one of the best restaurants in Coral Gables. It is located on…read morethe corner of Valencia and Ponce de Leon. There is a parking garage one block over from the restaurant which is very convenient to park and walk over. The ambiance is that of a classic elegant Italian vibe. Today we went for lunch, but I have had lunch there a few times and dinner as well and it's consistently excellent. Their staff is on point. We received a warm greeting from their GM Ivan and our server, Alfredo, was a rockstar. He knew the menu perfectly, presented the specials and explained everything to us clearly. He was very attentive to anything we needed and very prompt responding with anything we asked for. We ordered the burrata with heirloom tomatoes appetizer which was super fresh and delicious. For the entree, we ordered the salmon with black rice. It's probably the best salmon I've ever had. One of my friends told them it was my birthday and they were kind enough to bring a tiramisu with a candle in it along with a little chocolate happy birthday sign. The tiramisu was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be back to enjoy Portosole again. Highly recommend!!

Excellent pear gnokis with great service and nice ambience. The tiramisou was soft and delicious.read more

Been here many times before, but this is my first review. We had reservations and everything went…read moresmoothly. The restaurant is clean and quaint, with a great selection of wines to choose from. Service was friendly and always with a smile, and there was not a long wait at all. We started with soup, and they were very accommodating for those who could not have dairy -- excellent. Our entrées were filling and delicious, and they also accommodated guests who wanted gluten-free pasta. We were celebrating a birthday, and they made it extra special by bringing out chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream, complete with a candle, and even sang Happy Birthday with us. A great place for a quiet dinner or a family get-together. Highly recommend.

I was in the area around midday and decided to stop here for lunch. The place is beautiful, and I…read morewas lucky enough to get a table on the balcony. The view is amazing, and the weather couldn't have been better for lunch al fresco--sunny, but not too hot. I tried the Miami Spice menu. Overall, I would say the food was average. The steak tartare was my favorite, it had a nice texture and good seasoning. The lamb chops were tasty and nicely cooked, but they never really felt like a true scottadito to me. The spinach was tasteless, and the carrot purée was a brushstroke on the plate--barely enough to taste it. The fruit tart was ok , but forgettable. The cocktails were expensive, but very good and well made. Service wasn't exactly high-end, but overall it was good. I had to ask for water a couple of times, my first cocktail was forgotten and I had to order it again, and when the bill came, I was charged for two Miami Spice menus even though I was dining alone. There was never a comment about this issues, but My server was very nice and I genuinely enjoyed my time there. For me, it's 3 stars for the food and 4 stars for the ambiance. As far as value goes, the Miami Spice menu is definitely a good deal--no doubt about that. Overall, I really enjoyed my lunch and would come back. This review is specifically based on the Miami Spice lunch menu, so the regular dinner menu may be a completely different experience in terms of food quality. I'm definitely willing to give it another try in the near future.

I ordered the steak and eggs for $50 with the eggs scrambled, because although I can make a great…read moreomelette and eggs over easy, my scrambled eggs are subpar so I was really looking forward to some fluffy eggs. While my dish didn't smell that great when they brought it to the table, I figured I could at least eat the eggs... but apparently the cooks at Bellini can't make scrambled eggs either. I got scrambled eggs that had stuck to the pan and a steak that didn't smell good. I ended up taking a few bites and took the rest home to my dog. The picture that I'm including is exactly as I left my plate. I had to add salt and pepper to the potatoes and still couldn't eat them. The waitress was nice, but a good server anticipates her customer's needs and I had to ask for a steak knife and hot sauce to try and cover up the taste of the eggs. I also had to ask the bus boy for refills on our drinks since the waitress never bothered asking if we wanted another drink. Miami has great restaurants now compared to 20 or 30 years ago, sadly Bellini is not one of them. Go elsewhere or save your money and cook at home using better quality ingredients.

Our favorite neighborhood Italian spot! We live nearby and love walking over for dinner. Our kids…read morelove it too! Food is incredible, Jorge is always looking to make it a great experience with his hospitality. They really care about fresh ingredients!

Located on 17th and Coral Way this restaurant is basically a house turned into a restaurant lol. If…read moreyou blink or not paying attention, you will pass it on the street. Heard nothing but great things so I had to give it a try. And on Mondays and Tuesdays they have great $12 specials on pasta and pizza. So of course ibhad to take advantage. We went with the Hawaiian pizza for my kid because he loves Pineapples on his pizza. I still love him regardless. But he could not stop raving about it. I had the special of the day which was pear and arugula and initially nothing was mentioned about the ham but I wasn't hating on it when it came out. Both pizzas were thin and crispy. Definitely came hot from the oven to our table. Staff were super friendly and attentive. Seating outside was so beautiful that we didn't even consider inside. The only not great part was parking. It's a bit tight in the back but there is always street parking as a alternative. Definitely recommend this place and will be coming back again for those specials.

We were a group of 4 on Saturday night having more expectations of the place based on reviews ,…read more unfortunately the service was over rush and the food was mediocre and very expensive the appetizer shrimps croquettes was 22$ ridiculous for two small croquettes $11 each !!! My osso buco $58 was over rated meat was bland risotto was ok and the meat lasagna is regular not bad but not amazing just Ok overall I don't think will come back I the end of the night bathrooms were not working

Secreto recently moved from right across the street from where I used to live to a new location in…read moreSouth Miami, so of course I had to check it out. The space is definitely an upgrade and beautifully decorated, much more spacious, and it gives off cozy date night vibes. The menu hasn't changed much, but they did have a few specials of the day of which we tried. We tried the croqettes (a special of the day), and it was very tasty. Pear pasta is always my go to when it's offered on the menu and while I remembered this particular dish being slightly better before, I think it might've worked better with a white sauce instead of the pink they used this time. Overall though, the service was amazing per usual, and the new location feels like the perfect spot to enjoy classic Italian comfort food in a more elevated setting.

Great night at Basilico! The waiter staff were awesome, very attentive and funny the whole night…read more The pastas were delicious and spot on. No complaints there at all. My steak came out bland though, and I had to ask for salt. They brought me some sea salt in a small bowl and it made a huge difference once I sprinkled it on. For a $45+ steak, it shouldn't need that. The salad that came with it was just arugula and tomatoes, no dressing, which was a bit disappointing. The presentation was also a miss. Loved their old fashioned. Would order it again. The kids loved the calamari, though I thought it was a little too chewy. Overall a good spot, just wish the steak came out seasoned properly. Would still go back for the pasta and drinks.

We came here to celebrate our grandmas 93rd birthday one of our uncles recommended it and so we…read morecame. It was definitely worth it- everyone had something different and enjoyed. We started with their appetizers: calamari, cold cuts boards and bread Then I had one of their pomodoro pasta , seafood and no seafood. The milanesa steak was to die for. And the didn't stayed behind our top options. The service was on point and ambiance was great for what we needed on a Saturday evening. Dimmed lights, and elegant setting

The patate fritte is one of the most unique appetizers I've ever had! It's a must try!…read more The steak also gets an honorable mention from me, the meat practically melted in my mouth. I still think about these two dishes to this day. Inside is quite cozy for a nice dinner or happy hour meal, but note it's quite small so seating can be taken up fast - inside was busy. The service is very hospitable, the waiter really took his time to describe the dishes and recommend what tastes/dishes would pair best with what.

A restaurant experience starts with the host/ess up front. We arrived on a Thursday night without…read morea reservation but we were willing to wait, and timidly asked for a table. The hostesses (2) told us 45', we agreed. I asked to go to the bar to have drinks, we were told we couldn't (the bar had some open seats). I said OK, I'll order the drink and we wait outside, hostess was annoyed at that suggestion. She said if we wanted a drink, we'd have to go to their sister restaurant (which was packed). After 1hr 15' (we stayed outside waiting, no drinks), we checked in and the hostess rudely told us that she can't foresee when people will leave. So we took our $350 check to Hillstones, where they value regulars. We have dined at Luca before and love their food, but seems like success has gotten to the hostess' heads. Restaurants, especially in Miami, succeed and survive from the loyal locals, not from tourists nor fads. Seems that Luca has forgotten that. We're happy to take our business elsewhere, even a chain restaurant who values repeat customers.