All the staff treat you like family and the pasta is handmade. The watermelon mojito is to die for. A true Italian meal. read more

Hosteria Romana - Watermelon mojito - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Kevin blew our minds!!! Great service, great food, great ambiance!! Would recommend!!

We didn't realize that South Miami Beach had so many Italian restaurants. The street Hosteria Romana is on is very quaint. We just loved seeing the red checkered table cloths, table umbrellas, music, murals to transport you to Italy. We were just in Northern Italy so it was great to get more Italian flavor here. This was definitely one of our more expensive dinner outings so be aware, but the food was excellent. We loved the very feel of being immersed in an authentic Italian restaurant. The staff seemed very engaged in customer service and the entertainment. This was no normal dinner outing. Loved my Hugo Spritz which was spot on for what I had on Italy. The four of us split 2 large Cesar salads and two different seafood pasta dishes. They were excellent and we were full when adding in bread with olive oil dipping. What a great dinner out with friends. read more

I was very disappointed with this restaurant. The food was not good and, in my opinion, it feels more like a tourist attraction than a place focused on quality. What disturbed me most was seeing live lobsters restrained and kept for cooking. As someone concerned about animal welfare, I found this extremely upsetting and cannot support a business that uses practices I consider cruel. I would not return or recommend this restaurant. read more

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

Christiano was great! My parents and I had a great time. Chicken parm is good. Drinks are good, mojito is a bit sweet but still good.

This restaurant is so fun and has a great atmosphere. 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. read more

Hosteria Romana - Cacio e pepe - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

The food was fantastic, our waiter was great. The atmosphere was super busy and loud and the food was pretty overpriced. They had a "happy hour" special which is why we popped in but it wasn't that great of a deal after all was said and done... But... YOLO! My husband was happy and it cured the Italian food craving. read more

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Excellent food and prices .... Bernardo and Fernando wonderful humans !! The service was exceptional !! read more

This place is great! The food, server and ambiance was exactly what we were looking for! Christiano was an excellent server. Fresh pasta and seafood dishes. Would definitely dine here again and again!! read more

Such a great place to stop by during Miami Art Week. Deliciousness at its best. Fresh seafood over linguini with lobster, clams, oysters, shrimp. Veal Scalopini served over vegetables. Extensive wine list served by the bottle. "A MUST TRY" read more

Hosteria Romana - Veal Scaloppini - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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Marco was the best waiter/ chef For the restaurant almost closing he never made us feel rushed. Next time we are back we will ask for him to be our waiter again! 10/10 read more

Wow. Just, wow. I don't usually give 5* for a first visit but this was a phenomenal experience. The atmosphere is so fun. The occasional song, dancing, and music. Great. Festive. Fantastic 6* effort from our waiter, Ivo, from Bologna. He had great recommendations as he guided us from start to finish through our meal. Huge thanks. We had the filet mignon and gnocchi with 4 cheeses. They were so, so good. The steak was perfectly cooked and seasoned. They sliced it so it wasn't so thick which I actually enjoyed. The 4 cheeses w the gnocchi was so perfect. The cheese was very good. Loved it. Finally, with Ivo's recommendation, I really enjoyed the Affogato as a dessert. Yum. Definitely give this place a try. read more

This authentic Roman restaurant is a must-visit! Don't miss the carbonara and Cacio Pepe served in a cheese wheel. The staff is incredibly friendly and makes for a fun dining experience. Ambience is incredible read more

I first visited this eatery in February 2010, and didn't have the opportunity to revisit until a recent trip to Miami. My subjective truth is that an exceptional dining experience goes far beyond the meal itself. Outstanding dining experiences include unforgettable meals, unparalleled hospitality, and an experience that surpasses one you could curate at home. From the music to the al fresco dining and charming old-world Italian decor, Hosteria Romana, in its prime, was that memorable dining experience I could not wait to relive again. I wish I could say that the visit I recently made invoked the nostalgia I was seeking, but sadly, it did not. Like everything else in this neck of the woods as of recent years, the price compared to the value of the meal is not one I would brag about or recommend. Our table ordered cocktails to start, the "Real Fruit Lychee Martini" ($27) and a "Mexican Mule" ($25). The Lychee martini was made with real fruit juice, topped with a singular lychee. That was the extent of the aesthetic for one of the more expensive drinks on the menu. The glass itself was not chilled, nor was the drink when it was poured, so I was fortunate enough to enjoy a lukewarm lychee martini, al fresco, at night in the SoBe humidity. Loved that for me! It took me almost the entire meal to finish my warm martini, so I did not bother ordering another round. The Mexican Mule, on the other hand, was raved about, certainly not for its price, but rather for its taste: stiff and, most importantly, refreshing. For dinner, a classic "Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo" was ordered ($35) and "Pollo a' Parimgiana co' sarsa di pomodoro e mozzarella squaiata co' pasta a lato" aka "Chicken Parmigiana with pomodoro sauce and mozzarella with pasta on the side" ($47). The fettuccini noodles in the Alfredo dish were made fresh and cooked to a perfect al dente. The Alfredo sauce was well-seasoned, creamy, rich, and paired well with the fettuccini. The chicken, however, totally sabotaged the dish. The chicken was dry, chewy, overcooked, and under-seasoned. The dish would've been better without it. So if you're on the fence, go for the classic, minus the protein. The Chicken Parmigiana was average. The size of the chicken cutlet was twice the size of my hand, which visually may seem to justify the $47 price tag, but sadly, size does not make up for the lack of satisfaction here. The same under-seasoned, dry, and chewy chicken was used for this dish; however, it was masked better beneath the fried breading and perfectly melted mozzarella cheese. The pasta served with the chicken was absolutely bland. The sauce tasted like it came directly from the can. I took my first bite and could immediately taste nothing but acidity. I'll keep it short: I left the pasta and took half of the chicken back to my hotel. Would never pay or recommend this to a stranger. More unsatisfactory than the meal was the service. Due to the area, gratuity is typically included in most service checks. This, however, creates an adverse ripple effect on service, especially at a place like this. You already heard the story about our warm drinks, so I can't imagine there was any priority to running our drinks or food versus attending bigger parties. We had to flag down a busboy several times to get our server to order basics, such as more napkins or water. Specials were never talked about, and he never checked on the quality of our food or how we were enjoying our time. The server's demeanor was very much one of not wanting to be bothered with our table at all. It was both discomforting and unprofessional. Overall, I'm semi-glad I was able to visit for a farewell dinner. There are (still) lots of other great options in the area. I'd challenge a quick search on Yelp ;) to find better value for your dollar. While Hosteria Romana is one of the loudest and most visually appealing on Española Way, coming from an ex-Miamian, don't let the pretty face fool you. Between this visit and the first one I had in 2010, I'll keep the memory of my 2010 visit closer to my heart. read more

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Was walking around exploring in Miami. This place was in a strip of restaurants with outdoor seating that looked cute. Service was good and at one point everybody got up from their chairs and started dancing in the street. Food was great, wgot the chicken, Parm and penne à la vodka. Little pricey but would definitely recommend. -M read more

Christiano our server was lovely, the food was excellent. We had the gnocchi aurora and the spaghetti with shrimp in white wine, and both were delicious. The atmosphere was fun and entertaining with staff and patrons singing and dancing along with music. read more

Food was AMAZING! Ate all our food because it looked amazing even got to go pizza. We had a true Italian dinner; pasta, pizza, risotto! as well as the beers are HUGE! Highly recommend coming here as a Miami local surprised how good and authentic this place is. Ask for Leo he was very attentive and was such great service. Thank you so much Leo!! We will be coming back very soon. read more

Hosteria Romana - Beers - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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I had my doubts in that it seemed a bit touristy at first. But - I took some clients here and it was a great time. Homemade pastas of various kinds, good wine list, fresh seafood, Italian staff (my guy Allessandro was from Bologna so appreciated that we ordered the Bolongnese! About every 90 minutes, the staff leads a tarantella and Italian singing and dancing. My clients loved it (they are Chinese and appreciated the experience). Left the restaurant without too much damage in terms of the bill, and everyone had happy tummies (full). Pacing was good. Note: the music is a bit loud so be prepared to use your outside voice! read more

What a fun Italian restaurant! I have walked by this place many times on Espanola way and it always looked so fun. Definitely thought it was a tourist trap at first but one night there was too long of a wait at our favorite Italian place so we stopped in here for some pasta and wine. There was a short wait so we sat at the bar and actually ended up just eating there because it was nice! The portions here are huge. We had the olives and penne arrabbiatta, which they split in half and was still huge. The fresh bread they brought out also was SO GOOD. The best bread service I've had in awhile. While it was a bit over priced, the live music, friendly service, and fun vibe made up for it. read more

Hosteria Romana - Penne arrabbiata - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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Very nice Restaurant, Italian blond host lady was very cheerful and nice, food was delicious, prices are a little high, but normal for this street. And entertainment was very good. Overall, it's a very good restaurant. read more

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Great service. What a atmosphere this place. The food is top notch. Very authentic Italian experience. Extremely kid friendly. Everyone was accommodating to anything the kids asked. I highly recommend this place read more

We made a reservation and were seated right away. If you don't have a reservation, I recommend going early for dinner as it can get very busy. Our waiter (Ryan) was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. The food was ok--nothing wow. I would consider the food overpriced, however, that is very common for the area. The restaurant had lots of decorations for an aesthetic vibe. read more

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I do want to start with service was really good. Pretty quick for how busy. The food was meh, the saltimbocca was over fried and very hard to eat we weren't able to even eat half. The carbonara was pretty good, perfect amount of salty after walking around all day. The 50% off drinks and 40% off food is a great happy hour. The only thing was we had to ask to have the discount added to the check when we got it. I don't know if I'd come back but it was a fun try. read more

Hosteria Romana - Carbonara , saltimbocca - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Marco was my waiter he was the acutal GOAT of this place. he was very funny he served awesome sauce food. really enjoyed what he was doing. funny cracked some great jokes. the place and the vibe was nice. they did things with the crowd and danced with people. read more

Amazing appetizers, entrees and drinks from start to finish. Really easy to get into without a resy on a weekday. We were seated quickly and had efficient service. The charcuterie was very high quality, pasta and bread homemade and you can't beat the people watching on Espanola Way. When they say where Italians go to eat Italian, they are absolutely right! Molto Bene! read more

Hosteria Romana - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

So good! We had the cacio e pepe, the mushroom pappardelle, and nutella desert.It Would definitely eat again when in area! Served by Aros and Antonio - so wonderful! read more

The wine list needs some updates but the food is good (expensive). If you come here it's for the atmosphere it is really fun and the food is good. Service is fine considering the commotion going on all around. Great spot to people watch. read more

This place was amazing! From start to finish! The food, the environment and the service! Everything top tier! Highly recommend! read more

Hosteria Romana - Crab ravioli with lobster - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Great food, it was better than I expected. Service was quick and excellent Fabio was awesome and attentive, got sat down within 15min. Ambience felt authentic. read more

Wasn't expecting to have a great Italian meal on Espanola Way, but this place was fantastic. Some of the best Italian food I've ever had and the service is fantastic, which I've learned is kind of a rarity in Miami. Our server Kevin was fast, friendly and attentive. Also delicious coconut mojito. Would come back here anytime. read more

Hosteria Romana - Coconut fruit mojito - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Every time we've dined here it's always been excellent. The staff are all so sweet and friendly. Food is great and the whole ambiance is amazing. We didn't have a restaurant but they were able to accommodate seven of us. It didn't take long to get a table as there was a party finishing up. Our waiter, the sweet guy which I believe is Luca or Gino. Don't quite remember. Totally different but, believe it was one of them. The sweetest and to top things off, he remembered me from months ago at a different restaurant where he was also working. Small world and great memory. Food menu is great with all your classic Italian dishes. They even could accommodate something if it wasn't in the menu. Which was helpful for the kids that were with us. The starters were great, the large charcuterie board and the sides of olives. There was seven of us and that board was plenty. Entrees were great, the seafood pasta with the lobster tail. Bolognese, pizza all excellent. Also, I love the crowd participation with the napkins waving during a certain time. It's a crowd pleaser all the time. We were able to bring in some sweets as it was a birthday celebration. Overall, the meal was excellent. Food was great, staff were amazing and friendly. The whole experience was great. Will for sure be back again. read more

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Alesso was OUTSTANDING. Never once did I have to worry about our beverages running low. The place was right by the beach, with amazing vibes, and great food! I would definitely recommend Alesso as a server, and recommend Hosteria Romana for a place to eat while in town. I will say anything other than water will cost for refills, but the most refreshing lemonades youll ever try! read more

Hosteria Romana - Fettuccine Alfredo - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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Food and service was great! Cristiano was our server and he was beyond great and even gave us a free lemoncello drink after dinner! Don't bypass this place! read more

Kevin was amazing and I'll miss him everyday. Such a great place, and delicious meals and drinks.

What a great night we had! We celebrated my friend's 21st birthday here a few months ago and the service was incredible. I ordered pasta aglio e olio and the rest of our party got the caccio e pepe which they raved about, my dish was great too! I hadn't visited Miami before but the vibes on Espanola Wy were lovely, and we go to experience the Italian napkin celebration, which was really fun! read more

Hosteria Romana - Napkin celebration - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Outdoor seating on a nice evening with a very friendly staff. The large Antipasto Rustico was enough food to make a person full. The cheeses , Salami and Prosciutto were all fresh. The Sangria was definitely top notch. Definitely recommend and will be coming to this place again. read more

I loved all the service and energy! The food was great and everyone was so attentive ! read more

Hosteria Romana - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Absolutely amazing vibe and food! Went on a Saturday evening and the entire restaurant was electric! Service was outstanding and food came out hot and fresh. Will definitely go back to this spot when I visit again!! read more

Hosteria Romana - Penne Alla Vodka - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

This restaurant has always been one of my favorites, known for excellent pasta and very friendly service. As a big pasta lover, I have visited this place many times and always had positive experiences. Unfortunately, this time the service was a major disappointment. This incident happened on January 21st at around 4:00 PM. Upon arrival, the host informed me that there was a 40% discount on all food items that day. The food itself -- Caesar salad and pasta -- was delicious as always. However, the service was extremely poor. First, I had to wait a very long time before anyone came to take my order. Eventually, the senior waiter/manager came and took it. Later, another waiter brought bread with salsa. However, I had to wait at least 25-30 minutes for my Caesar salad, which I find completely unacceptable for a simple salad, especially considering that the restaurant was not busy. In the past, even when the restaurant was full, the service had always been fast and professional. What concerned me even more was the lack of basic hygiene displayed by one of the waiters (a young man with a beard). He repeatedly touched his beard and then served food to customers with the same hands. In addition, when clearing my table, he stacked all the dirty plates directly in front of me on the table before removing them, which was very unpleasant and unprofessional. When he finally asked if I wanted anything else, I told him I only wanted the check, as I had already waited long enough. As an apology for the long wait, he offered me limoncello, which I politely declined, since I just wanted to pay and leave. Later, he returned and said that the manager was giving me a special 40% discount as compensation for the inconvenience and long wait. However, I replied that the 40% discount was already offered to all customers that day. This made it seem like a standard promotion was being presented as a special gesture, which was disappointing. Overall, this experience left me very disappointed, and unfortunately, I may not return to this restaurant again, as the service that day was far below acceptable standards. read more

Hosteria Romana - Cesar salads with chiken - Italian Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida