Had a great time, Angelica was our server and she took good care of us …read more Thank you so much!

Food was great as well as the drinks, but not as great as the service provided by Lily, by far the…read morebest service I've had in my life. Lily was super friendly welcoming and professional. Ambiance was good and I would definitely recommend this place to my friends and family. Thanks again Lily for the awesome service and great experience.

Best of place to become a member or have your next social affair. Great camaraderie, beautiful and…read moresafely surrounded. The Venue Manager took the time to show me the place. Friends and family that have used the place for parties, etc. have enjoyed the facility and the staff friendliness. Very clean and a well lighted parking at night.

Great hospitality. Senior cook is a well trained professional turning out consistently top notch…read morefóod. And their dinner specials: really savory at a value. If Bill is producing one of his smoked dinners, come with friends. That good.

When my sisters and I found out back in '25 that our niece would be getting married here on June…read more27, '26, there was no question- we aunties were all in for a destination wedding. The excitement started wayyy before we packed our bags, but once I saw the venue my niece had chosen, I totally understood why. She and her husband live in Miami, so it seemed only right that they chose such a beautiful South Florida location. The moment we came to Vignette Gardens, we were speechless. The palm trees were all over the property, giving that lush greenery feel that instantly made the venue feel like an oasis. Every shaded corner seemed like a secret hideaway and picture-perfect backdrop. This is one of those places where nature did most of the talking. The wedding ceremony was beautifully arranged on the lawn, where rows of chairs faced a gorgeous floral arch under the palm trees. My niece's wedding was intimate and romantic that blended perfectly with the landscape. After the ceremony, guests made their way under the spacious reception tent. Honestly, that was the best place to be once that South Florida sun and humidity settled in. The tent offered tons of shade, a cool breeze from the fans and a comfortable space where everyone could relax while also celebrate and dance the night away without battling the sweltering heat. I honestly don't know every detail my niece selected for her wedding, but I do know one thing- her village showed up. Us four aunties, along with her mom (our oldest sister- yes, we're 5 sisters) were all hands on deck, each with our own assignment. Our oldest sister (her mom) took charge of putting together the centerpieces and other touches. My other two sisters were responsible for the seating display, inspired by a cool TikTok idea. They arranged an assortment of drinking glasses, each labeled with a guest's name and the corresponding table number. It wasn't just functional- it became part of the décor AND a keepsake. My twin sister worked on the ceremony arch, decorating it with lush florals and a flowing cream-colored fabric that gave the display a soft, organic, romantic feel. And I took charge of the welcome sign. I went to Lowe's and had a 20"x40" wooden board cut to size, then ordered a custom stencil with their names+ wedding date+etc from Etsy. Around the border, I placed faux greenery as a base before weaving in fresh flowers to give it that natural, organic touch. One thing that totally impressed me just as much as the venue itself was the awesome staff here. Every employee knew exactly what needed to be done and when to do it. But there was one woman- probably a manager(?) who truly stood out. She took charge with making sure every detail of my niece's and her husband's wedding came out smooth. She also made sure the entire team stayed on the same page. They worked like a well-oiled machine, as I always like to say. Everyone was in sync, and every transition happened like butter smooth. That's exactly what you hope for when choosing a wedding venue. After seeing it firsthand, I seriously believe Vignette Gardens could host just about any celebration- from anniversaries to birthdays, family reunions, baby showers or milestone events- just ask though. If you're looking for a venue that's both naturally beautiful and well-managed, Vignette G. is worth reaching out to inquire about what they offer.

Beautiful space for wedding. Drinks and food were delicious. Would highly recommend.read more

Attended a friend's wedding there. To start, the grounds were incredible. Waterfalls, swans and…read moreother wildlife throughout the property. A wonderful venue for any occasion, in my humble opinion. We were in a clear sided tent which was well illuminated and the air conditioning did not disappoint. The management has contacts for event management, music, food, decor, etc. I do not know if the family brought in their own music and catering or used the venue's, but both were very good. Highly recommend!

This is an amazing venue. We saw it once and booked it. You have to book early early. We booked 1…read moreyear to the day and all the dates were taken and we ended up with a Friday wedding. Joe is good to work with. But more importantly you need a great planner. Ours was Jessica G. Events. Was very disappointed in a few of their vendors, I'm posting here because they were recommended by the venue and don't have their own yelp page. Belkis floral- beautiful flowers but forgot the tall floral at the alter and the petals. Forgot we didn't want boutonnières. Very aloof when inquired after the wedding. Sagno catering: The apps were not like we had the tasting. The bruschetta was a tiny bit of tomato topping. Looked very sparse, the dates and walnuts were tiny, only saw the coconut shrimp once in the passed apps. The steak on the main course of the plated dinner was very small nothing like the tasting we had at secret gardens. Chicken Alfredo tortilini was not plated as we tasted. Everything was smaller portioned than our tasting. We did not go with Sagno for the cake since I did not like their cake. We ordered tiramisu, the tiramisu was not made with marscapone instead cream cheese, obviously cheaper and not the right taste. The Miami events- awesome all the way around! The violinist was amazing, the dance floor beautiful and great DJ. Drinks by us- great to work with but only around 8 bottles that were average brands. For a full open bar not sure it would be enough for a lager crowd. There are a lot of additional costs to the all inclusive price. I did feel a little nickeled and dimed about the early access for the brides room. 765.00 to get in the room 7:30 instead of 10. The room is empty and I thought that to be a pricey add on. Beware there is construction on the grounds and the bride and grooms rooms need some updating. All in all the wedding was amazing and like the backdrop of Secret Gardens.

Performances are excellent, ticket prices are very reasonable, parking is great, facility is…read morecomfortable with good seating.

This is an absolute amazing place where magic happens. I'm talking for the kids that have a chance…read moreto perform and really explore their creative side. It also builds confidence helps. Kids learn about teamwork and responsibility and by the way, let's not discount the parents that are involved here. This is a place that brings people together For positive experiences. With everything going on in the world, you can count on seeing a performance here that will help you forget about the world outside for a little bit. Help you to reset relax and enjoy. This is an absolute amazing place and I love it!

Beautiful space, well thought out. The bathrooms are PERFECT- all the essentials: minimalist decor,…read morespacious, large mirror in both bathrooms and a powerhouse AC. The male staff that works the space needs a personality overhaul and some serious etiquette and service training. He is rude and condescending. The parking is a challenge and can be confusing for guests.

We came here for a company holiday party and it was a good time. The location is great since you…read moreget views of the Gables and can also see the downtown skyline. In true SoFla fashion you have to be mindful of the weather if you're planning an event here. Thankfully, there is the indoor lounge and a covered area in the middle to allow guests to eat, drink and mingle. I'm unsure if the venue here only offers a certain caterer, so in our case the food was okay but not something to really write home about as they were small bites. Overall a cute place to hold an event and especially a wedding if one is looking for an intimate venue.

The private island resort has been a stunning paradise, and the exceptional staff have truly…read moreelevated our vacation experience.

Another beautiful property in South Miami. Here is some information about it - The Coco Plum…read moreWoman's Club is a historic women's club located at 1375 Sunset Drive in Coral Gables, Florida. The club was founded in 1912 with eight members; it was named for the local cocoplum fruit. While the club was originally based in one of its members' houses, it built its own clubhouse in 1913.

I love spending time in nature and visiting Pinecrest Gardens made for such a fun weekday activity…read more It's so peaceful with so much to do. It's full of beautiful lush greenery with beautiful nature trails. I also loved the children's playground and splash pad. My son had so much fun and made a few friends. They also have a section with farm animals, which he also enjoyed so much. This is such a great spot to go alone and have some quiet time in nature or for a family fun day. I can't wait to come back!

We were excited to visit this place but unfortunately left slightly disappointed…read more All of the exotic bird cages through out the gardens were empty. The landscapes were beautiful but we were excited about the animals too. The gardens close at 5:30 pm but they take the animals (donkeys, cow, goats and pig) away at 4 pm, which we didn't know. So they were being put away as we got there. The playground is nice, although not very big, my girls enjoyed it. The water park closes earlier than the rest of the gardens too. Overall a lot of the "experiences" seemed to be closed on the Sunday we visited. Not sure it was worth the drive.

Amazing time! Andrea had wonderful recommendations and enhanced the experience. Thank you!read more

Just lived the ambiance ... the service only added to the whole experience! I came with Miami…read moreMoviegoers meetup group to watch Some Like It Hot. Great, fantastic time.. Thank you to Andrea for her excellent service! And thank you to our Miami Moviegoers for a fun event!

Such a beautiful place! The whole area is pretty but so we didn't get to explore the whole place…read morebut I'll definitely be back. The butterfly conservatory is so pretty and there were so many butterflies flying around. This is a great place to spend the day (maybe when it gets a little colder out!)

This place is located about a half hour from downtown Miami. The drive isn't bad, but I'm not sure…read moreabout traffic in the area generally. We arrived here a bit after 1:30 p.m. on a Thursday. As we toured the gardens, I could see the road we came in on as it continued past some areas of the garden, and by 3 p.m. it was packed with cars at a crawl. So come early? The facility has ample parking on site. There is a main building that houses the gift shop, ticket counter, and a very small cafe. The gardens spread out behind it. Our tickets were free thanks to a Horticultural Society membership that my wife got. If you know that you'll be visiting at least a couple of sites like this within a year, it is worth checking on this to save some money on entry fees. There are paved paths throughout the gardens. You can walk the entire property, but they also offer hourly tram tours. We opted to do the tram first, and I think this is definitely the way to go. You can get a 1-hour overview of all the areas and then decide what to re-visit on foot afterwards. The focus of the gardens is tropical plants, though they have some other varieties as well. Our guide on the tram tour was quite good. He provide a historical overview and highlighted specific plants and architectural design choices as we drove around. Afterwards, we checked out the butterfly house and a few adjoining buildings. We also revisited areas with particularly nice views. My wife wanted to track down some Egyptian geese and also iguanas, both of which we'd seen on the tour. We were able to find both without too much effort. We probably spent 2.5 - 3 hours here. I enjoyed this more than I expected, and if you have any interest in landscape design or botanical gardens, this is a very worthwhile stop near Miami.