What a phenomenal place!…read more Ambiance excellent! Service perfect! We visited the first time during a weekday. On our first visit we were attended to by Bob, he was in point constantly we also learned he the bartender. Then after on a Friday evening. What crowd on Friday evening and music entertainment with excellent choice of song and tone just right for dinner. This place will not disappoint you from appetizers, entrées, soups cocktails and desserts. Will not go wrong. Enjoy everyone! CHEERS!

This restaurant definitely has that classic old school vibe. But you know you're in for a good…read moremeal. We were quickly greeted and taken to a table. First off, it was a Sunday night and they had live music which was nice. Added to the ambiance. Our waitress came over and offered some incredible specials. Everything she described sounded amazing. And they also have an extensive menu, so I think the hardest thing was making a decision. For starters we got the Burrata. It comes with arugula, prosciutto and tomatoes. I love that the arugula was dressed! It had a garlicky olive oil that was fascinating. The combo of that with the burrata was amazing. Also I appreciate the fact that it was actual Burrata!!! The interior was soft and creamy as it should be! Could've used more prosciutto but I always want more lol For entree I got the Filet Mignon with a peppercorn sauce on the side. That came with a side of mashed potatoes and broccolini. (You do have the option to change your side for pasta if you like) I got my filet cooked to a mid-rare and the temp on the steak was on point. It was also well seasoned and very flavorful on it's own. Now the real star of the night was that peppercorn sauce. OMG... I could bathe in that sauce. It's delicious. Knowing how good it is, next time I'll ask for the filet smothered in the sauce. The mashed potatoes were okay, but the peppercorn sauce made it that much better. For dessert I went with the classic Tiramisu. It is a huge portion! The mascarpone is so soft and fluffy and has just the right amount of coffee. Highly recommend for tiramisu lovers. We got to meet the owner which was nice and he just recently took over the place and is currently renovating the interior. Looking forward to seeing this place refreshed!! The food is already 10/10!

Came here on a Saturday night to celebrate my dad's birthday and had such a great experience. From…read morethe moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm and welcoming--like you're dining at a family member's house. We even got to chat with the owner, which made the night feel extra special. He was super friendly and really made sure we were taken care of. You can tell this place is run with a lot of heart. The food was amazing. I had the chicken francese and it was chef's kiss--perfectly cooked, super flavorful, and that sauce was everything. The pasta and ravioli were also really good, fresh, and comforting. Omg The tiramisu. Hands down the BEST I've ever had. Light, creamy, perfectly balanced...we were fighting over the last bite. Overall, such a great spot for a family dinner or special occasion. Good food, great service, and just an all-around feel-good experience. Definitely coming back!

This was one of the only restaurants in Miami Lakes that I hadn't been to so my mom suggested we…read morescope it out on a Sunday night for dinner. I will say they were super nice and welcoming when we went walked in. We sat indoors since it was a rainy night. The service was good but I just can't get over the presentation and preparation of the food. There were two other tables besides us and our simple order took over 30 minutes to arrive. First, they brought out my mom's chicken parm and entire ten minutes before mine. Her chicken serving was literally one lonely chicken tenderloin the size of a chicken tender basically with overcooked and dry pasta. My dish came with two tenderloins which is more reasonable but I could taste the freezer burn through the sauce with the first bite. Her Pinot Grigio which is typically a dry white wine was some sweet unknown blend that wasn't quite moscato but almost tasted like a wine cooler. They could use a menu revamp bc the items listed are very vague. I will say the chairs were comfortable which for me is a plus. The prices are alright but they just lack guidance in their presentation and ambiance. I ended up taking my food to go because by the time it arrived, my mother had already finished eating. Plus, we had already been seated for over an hour at that point. If it wasn't for the service, I'd have a completely different review because the food quality isn't where it should be. Hopefully they improve because the lakes deserves a cozy Italian restaurant.

Our waiter, Carlos, provided excellent service. The food was excellent as well. Our new favorite…read morerestaurant, for sure! Definitely worth your while!

Food excellent as always. Our server, Jorge, excellent as…read morealways. Ambiance, relaxing and very welcoming. Recommend trying the 10 for $10 lunch special during the week. My favorite, chicken parmigiana! Homemade bread served at every table. Delicious and plentiful. Highly recommend stopping by.

This was my second time visiting this restaurant - both times for my mom's birthday. She loved it…read moreenough the first time that she chose it again for another one! The service is excellent - attentive and friendly. The ambiance is also great - good for families but could also be great for an intimate couples dinner. The Tuscan Salmon was absolutely delicious! Very flavorful and well presented. They also brought out a little dessert for my mom's birthday which was very appreciated. Overall, a great experience!

Our experience at Divieto Doral was absolutely outstanding from start to finish. The food was…read moreincredible, but the highlight of the night was definitely the famous cheese wheel pasta. Watching it being prepared fresh in the wheel and then tasting the rich, creamy flavor made it one of the best pasta dishes we've ever had. The atmosphere was lively and welcoming, and every detail of the experience showed how much pride the restaurant takes in delivering exceptional service. A special thank you goes to our server, Franciely, who truly went above and beyond to make our evening memorable. From the moment we sat down, she was attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in making sure we had the best possible experience. She took the time to answer our questions, checked on us frequently without being intrusive, and made us feel like valued guests throughout the entire meal. Her warmth, professionalism, and hospitality are exactly what great customer service should look like. By some struck of luck we had Bianca as our wheel chef, again. Months ago, when we first visited Divieto Doral, Bianca was our first wheel chef to prepare our pasta, and seeing her once again brought back great memories of that first experience. Her skill, enthusiasm, and attention to detail made the cheese wheel presentation just as impressive as we remembered. But the all star Franciely's exceptional service, and the outstanding food, it is clear that Divieto Doral is filled with amazing employees who genuinely care about their guests. The entire team helped create an unforgettable dining experience, and we cannot wait to come back. I really and truly want to to make sure my point gets across when I say "this place has been amazing to us every time we come, it's been part of the relationship me and my wife have and I truly enjoy this place". They hosted one of our first date, they hosted our valentines, and they have hosted our wedding dinner. Thank you so much to this location and its staff for everything and for the great memories. And yes... we made a reservation for next week and we plan to request Franciely! CANT WAIT TO BE BACK!

Hialeah has another pizza contender! Sometimes the best…read morefinds happen when you're not even looking for them. We casually popped into this popular Hialeah spot, conveniently located right next door to Flanigan's, for a quick lunch. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by the friendly staff and promptly seated. As we looked over the menu, we spotted the $7 lunch special: a slice of pizza + a soda. Now THAT is a lunch deal you don't see every day! We placed our order and, about 10 minutes later, our pizza arrived. Fresh, hot, cheesy, and definitely giving New York-style pizza vibes. I went with the Salvatore Special, which was really good overall. My only personal preference would be the onions. The white onion was a little too raw for me. I'd much rather have red onions cooked until they're nice and tender, or skip the onions altogether. But here's the beauty of finding a new pizza spot: now I know exactly how I'm ordering it next time! Good pizza, friendly service, quick turnaround, and an unbeatable lunch special. This Hialeah pizza stop has earned itself a return visit.

Service: 12/10. Maura truly attentive, friendly, and just pretty pleasant overall. Answered all my…read morequestions directly. Environment 9/10: the table, place in its entirety (great majority), glasses, utensils, etc were visibly clean. It's got its own style. One of the walls is decorated with photoshopped pictures of someone with celebrities? Walking in a loitering drunk man talked to me and being a woman that's not very pleasant, but that's not the restaurant's fault. Food 4/10: The salad was fine. The chicken and linguini were fine. The lasagna was below average. The garlic rolls were fine. Unsurprisingly, we didn't get dessert. Don't come here if you like wine they have 5 selections and 4 of them is sutterhome

Really liked this place. We went for a birthday dinner and they served us all timely. The food was…read moreamazing!! Definitely worth it! The restaurant has a cozy feel to it but also lively with music!

Been wanting to visit and finally made it to La Romanita and it has a really nice cozy and…read morecomfortable vibe. The tables are comfortable the bar looks awesome too and the menu has some great choices like steak, pasta, calamari, and then adventurous items like a vaca frita pizza. And yes, I went with the vaca frita pizza because I've never seen that concept before, so I had to give it a try. And to my suspicion, the saltiness of the cheese and meat may have been a little too much for me. The flavor is definitely there though! It's delicious but for me I did feel it was a bit too heavy on the salt side. What I really liked about this pizza is the added vegetables to it. I love the creativity and the mix of flavors is almost there to being perfect in my opinion, just the salt stands out a little too much. A quick note about the service here, top notch. Everyone is so nice and they greet you right at the front door as soon as you enter too. Very cool easy to miss spot in Hialeah! I'm planning on coming back to try another menu item.

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

My friends and I went to La Strega to celebrate a birthday. There was live music that perfectly fit…read morethe ambiance of the main dining room. Our server was terrific... friendly and attentive. The food was delicious. We shared the grilled octopus appetizer and desserts (not pictured). Everything was well-prepared and tasty.

We wanted to try a new Italian restaurant & wow, impressed. The ambience was perfect for date…read morenight. Not loud at all & the lighting was excellent. The appetizers were amazing. The wait staff was so good. They checked on us frequently & insured our food was timed & we had everything we needed. Food was great! We will absolutely be returning!

Love this place!! Food was GREAT!! Aiden was our waitress and her recommendations were fabulous…read more We will definitely be back.

So I've been wanting to try Rosalia's for about 1-2 years now & since it was entering October, I…read morefound it fun for our movie group to do. Unfortunately we didn't do reservations in advance & it's strongly recommended to since their interior is on the smaller side. But I really love the fact the servers dress to the theme & some of their looks are inspired by titular horror movie characters.

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.