Stopped by on a Saturday for lunch. The place was pretty empty so she said we could sit anywhere…read moreeither in the main restaurant or in the café area. We chose the main restaurant area which had options for tables and booths, and she gave us the brunch menu, which had a good options for lots of dishes. I ordered a macchiato which she told me was not like the ones you get at Starbucks. They are smaller and stronger, I appreciated the heads up. They have alternate milk options and I went with almond milk. For our meals, we ordered the Caesar salad, the brekkie sanga which was made on sourdough bread w bacon, egg, avo, cheese, tomato jam & herb mayo very delish! And finally the Genoa pizza with hot honey a must get! Very light and crispy! Would definitely go back to try some items on their dinner menu as well.

Came here for lunch with a coworker for drinks and appetizers and the ambiance was so pleasant…read more Staff were very informative and nice. Drinks and food perfection and a must to try it.

After a looong week, what better way to celebrate than a date night at Caffe Vialetto! My boyfriend…read morehas been hyping up this restaurant for years, and, last night, we FINALLY got around to trying it. Needless to say -- 100% worth the wait! The ambiance was intimate and hip all in the same moment, with greenery and modern tones alongside a romantic glow and classic decor. We started out with the Creamy Polenta, a warm cornmeal blended with short rib, mozzarella, and truffle. Despite the intensity of the mixed flavors, it was easy to appreciate each element of the dish, combining textures and palettes perfectly. For our main course, we shared the Pear Raviolj & the Frutta di Mare Risotto 3 Ways with Squid Ink. I'm a sucker for the fruit/cheese combo of a pear ravioli, and Caffe Vialetto's did not disappoint. The superstar of this meal, though, was the Risotto. The dish's ominous appearance was misleading, as it instantaneously illuminated my taste buds and reignited my dwindling appetite. As someone who has never been the biggest fan of risotto, this dish absolutely blew mind my mind, and I would eat it a million times over again! Finally, we treated ourselves to the Nutella Panacotta, a tasty but light dessert to top off an outstanding meal. We will most certainly be back :)

I've dined at this restaurant twice. Once for a work function and recently went again for dinner…read morewith my family. Oddly enough, I ordered the same dish and it's as if I had ordered two completely different things. The dish in question is the Branzino with Risotto, which I found to be perfectly cooked and served over their signature champagne risotto the first time around. I absolutely loved it and made it a point to come back with the family, so it's unfortunate that the experience wasn't the same this last time around. We ordered the croquetas, salmon sashimi, gnocchi, pear ravioli, the Branzino, and their version of tiramisu for dessert. The food wasn't bad but nothing was wow either, and for $200 it's hard to give more than an average rating when I could've gotten a much better meal for that price. The croquetas are good, but I feel like they're missing ham. It's an interesting flavor but not something I'd go out of my way for. The sashimi appetizer isn't actually sashimi and is over sauced. It's also a tiny portion with about six slices of fish. The Branzino entree tasted fine, but was also drowned in sauce where the first time I had it there was barely any sauce and the fish had a nice crust. I was raving about it to the wife prior to going, so when they served it I was immediately embarrassed. lol. The pear ravioli had good flavor, but could benefit from some figs or a crunch component. It would also be nice to get more than 5 ravioli. As for the gnocchi, it was actually very well prepared but needed a salty contrast. The description read prosciutto in the end otherwise I would've vetoed my son since he had never tried gnocchi, but it was a tiny bit of powder and not pieces of it like I expected. $28 is grossly overpriced for potato balls in cheese. Lastly we had their house tiramisu which had blueberry sauce for some reason. That seems to be a theme from what I saw is they look to throw odd flavors together without thought as to how they pair. Guava is a common theme on many dishes and they have some random looking dishes like the sashimi and a chicken teriyaki over risotto... Honestly, it's a very solid 3 but not somewhere I'd return unless invited. The service was excellent though! No complaints there. Honestly I would've given more than the 18% automatically applied despite the grossly inflated prices so I'm not sure why it's included for a party of 3.

Lots of options on Miracle Mile and we definitely regret our choice. Walked in on a Sunday so it's…read morenot busy at all. But the first impression was that it smelled bad. Spicy tuna roll looked and tasted like beat up tuna and the hamachi was drenched in soy sauce before getting plated on top of soy sauce and oil at the bottom. Why?! Waste of good fish or covering up bad fish taste? The only sushi roll that didn't have imitation crab or tempura shrimp was the Seattle amigo roll, but it was drenched in sweet sauce. 0/10 would not recommend anything we ordered if you enjoy good sushi...

Yes! Yes! Yes! New spot that's small and quaint with excellent customer service, neat ambiance and…read moreamazing and fresh seafood. We went to check out their happy hour which offered a lot of great bites and drink specials until 7. We had the fried chicken cutlets to start, then the crispy tuna rice, the Coral Gables roll (my favorite that came with hints of fried garlic), Seattle roll and the spicy tuna roll. They were all so good and perfect to share in addition to being filling. It's a hidden gem worthy of the support. Happy hour was slow, but the place filled up around 7. Check them out and enjoy!

This is the true definition of what a bistro is supposed to feel like. Unpretentious and welcoming…read morewith no frills. Small, cozy, simple and casual. The menu is concise, to the point and mainly focused on traditional and/or comfort food in this case Italian. I can't believe I had it saved for so many years but today I got to experience some of the best food I've had in the city with the most remarkable service ever. This is a family owned restaurant and as a customer I felt as family too. Beto, the owner, makes you feel like part of his extended family from the moment you step foot in the joint and all throughout your culinary adventure. I hadn't made reservations and he made sure to find me a table for one even though it was super busy at the time. He also recommended a few dishes but ultimately convinced me to try one of the chef's specials which I've been talking about till this day. His staff is also very attentive and diligent. Having said that let me break down what I ate with a nice chilled glass of wine: Antipasto: Burratina...Fresh homemade burrata mozzarella on top of thin slices of prosciutto, basil and extra-virgin olive oil. Served with roasted red peppers and tomatoes. All fresh and with high quality ingredients without a doubt. I wanted something light before the pasta and this was very filling so I couldn't finish it but... Entre: Chef's special...Pappardelle Patagonia. Green flat homemade noodle with vodka sauce, Italian sausage, pancetta, mushrooms and fresh herbs. This was one of the best pasta dishes I've had in my life. Perfectly cooked "al dente" with a creamy vodka sauce that'd have you wanting to lick the damn plate. That Italian sausage was also so divine and they don't skimp on portions or ingredients. I'm glad Beto suggested this one instead of the Pappardelle Italian sausage. Dolci: cheesecake. I have no idea how I still had a little bit of room for dessert after that feast but this cheesecake was all worth it. Not overly sweet and very rich and velvety. This is arguably one of the best Italian joints in town. Just delicious Italian comfort food made with love and excellent service to got with it. Beto offered an espresso to end this extraordinary meal. He takes the time to go to every table and make sure customers are taken care of and that's what makes the difference. These are the type of restaurants that leave a lasting impression on their patrons and make them come back time after time.

Food :Ahmazing Ambiance: the owner is everything. He's super…read morenice. Service :Ahmazing

The food, drinks, and service was incredible. We were helped by Dan who was one of the best servers…read moreI have ever had. The whole experience was so good and of course the restaurant itself is so cute and nice.

This was my first time visiting, despite the restaurant having been around for many years and being…read morea local. After watching a movie in the area, I decided to finally give it a try. The wait time was quick--under 5 minutes--on a saturday night and we were seated outside. We started with a fried seafood appetizer, which was enjoyable. For my main dish, I ordered the linguine alle vongole. Unfortunately, it was extremely disappointing. Every bite contained noticeable sand, making the dish gritty and inedible. I asked for it to be removed from the bill and declined a replacement. The manager, Fabian, came over but did not seem very understanding or accommodating. Stating they always clean their clams and that he would see with the kitchen. While the dish was removed, the issue didn't feel properly acknowledged. Overall, the experience was disappointing, and I likely will not return. I have been to many restaurants and asked for this same dish and never had to crunch on sand

Happy hour at Sawa never disappoints. Friendly bartenders, great food, fun crowd and good music…read morethat allows you to have conversations. We ordered HH Dragon, HH Rainbow, old fashion and pino Grigio. Thank you!

This was my second time to Sawa, it had been years since I've been back. I enjoyed my food but…read moreSawa wants to be more than one thing at a time, a Japanese restaurant, a Middle Eastern restaurant and the possibility of a Hookah lounge/bar. This isn't exactly a negative as it opens the menu to more than one type of cuisine. I had the Secret Garden and thought it was original and tasty. My bo$$ had a sushi combo that he really liked. The Thai donuts were an American version and weren't bad. Prices are reasonable for Merrick Park. You must street park or garage park in this area and meter maids are alive and active so keep an eye on the meters if you choose the street. One complaint was the state of the bathroom when I went. Water leak, no paper towels and a rather unkept look. Check out their happy hour and I also admire the fact that they open till late.

What a fantastic Miami Spice option! I'd tried Belly Fish multiple times on UberEats but this was…read moremy first dine-in experience and I loved it! While they did offer other options, I opted for the full sushi experience - crispy rice to start and their sushi course for my entree. I went with a friend and we each got a different dessert to try - the matcha rice crispy and the hot chocolate chip cookie with ice cream. Everything was delicious. I love that you got to pick your roll and two hand rolls from the menu yourself, rather than the entire menu be pre-selected. The crispy rice were my favorite bites of the night - the salmon?! So good with the fried leeks or onions on top! Great service - and great happy hour prices for wine or sake!

Sushi, Crispy Rice & a Little Dress-Code Drama! A popular…read morelocal spot where the sushi crowd clearly knows where to go when that craving hits! The restaurant is beautifully decorated and has a polished, inviting vibe. We had reservations, and the host welcomed us with a warm smile before escorting us to our table. Then came a fun Yelp surprise! Our waiter handed me a little gift from Yelp along with the menu. Talk about starting the meal on a delicious note! For my feast, I ordered the Assorted Crispy Rice, the Sushi Combo for my entrée, and saved room for the warm "Ligers" Cookie. Everything arrived in a reasonable amount of time, and the food was on point. The sushi tasted fresh and was nicely prepared, but the crispy rice stole the show for me! Crunchy, flavorful, and absolutely my favorite of the meal. And that warm cookie? Freshly baked vibes all the way! Soft, warm, and just done right. The perfect little finale. Now, here comes my one Yelp Elite observation... For such a beautifully decorated restaurant, I was surprised by the extremely casual attire. I spotted quite a few guests in gym clothes, while others looked like they had just stepped away from cleaning their house. Listen, I'm all for being comfortable, but when the restaurant has this much style, a little effort in the wardrobe department would definitely complement the experience. A simple dress-code guideline from management could elevate the entire vibe. Great sushi. Great crispy rice. Great cookie. Just bring the restaurant's dress code up to the same level as its food and décor. Overall, a tasty experience with plenty to enjoy, and yes, I'd come back for that crispy rice!

We had a wonderful experience! The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was excellent…read more Our server, Maikol, was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. Great food and great service. We'll definitely be back! Highly recommend!

This restaurant is absolutely gorgeous and the service is excellent right from the start…read more Unfortunately, the Kitchen & bar does not match that same standard. Parking is great at Merrick Park because there is a covered parking garage for only $3.00 per hour close to the restaurant. We ordered the following drinks to start with 3 Tajin Margaritas - the 1st 2 were great, the last one was pure booze, which isn't bad but takes away from the nice flavor of the drink. 5 Seagrill Mojitos, first two were good, the last ones were very watered down and not sweet. And a Blue Mimosa, made by combining Blue Curaçao with dry Prosecco. It was pretty terrible. Bread basket with bruschetta, garlic butter, regular butter & olive oil - DELICIOUS! Bread was pillowy soft yet still warm and toasted. The Fried Zucchini & Eggplant was ONLY Zucchini. These were supposed to be thinly sliced & served crispy but arrived at our table soggy, limp, and soft. Which means they were left out waiting for us. We ordered the following for our mains: * The lentil soup to try it. It was very nice. * Pennette Villagio with chicken added. Penne pasta with fresh spinach, sun dried tomatoes and parmesan cheese. The menu said the item came with pine nuts, but it didn't have any. The taste was good, I just wish this pasta had more sauce and pine nuts sprinkled on top. * Spaghetti Carbonara Spaghetti chopped pancetta, egg yolk, parmesan and cream. Left much to be desired. Dry dish with little to no ingredients. * Linguine Nettuno Flat thin pasta served with an array of seafood and tomato. This was probably the best dish. Had lots of fish and seafood, as described. For dessert we ordered the following: Crème brûlée - was very good! And the Galaktoburekto, which left a little to be desired. I've tried this desert in Greece & several Greek restaurants, this one is by far the driest & toughest one to eat. Overall, this restaurant is absolutely breathtaking & the menu has lots of options. However, the food & drinks weren't great. I'm not sure if I would give them another chance, since we came on a Sunday and this was obviously too much for them to handle.

My husband and I went here for happy hour, and we had such a great experience…read moreWe had the margaritas, hummus, and chicken lollipops, and everything was delicious! The service was excellent, and we really enjoyed the atmosphere. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be coming back! Highly recommend this place for a great happy hour experience

Atmosphere: 4/5 Food: 4/5…read more Flavor: 3.8/5 Presentation: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Value: 5/5 Happy Hour at the bar with my love. Lovely ambience to match. The culture perforates the structure. Motek is trip to the Mediterranean for a fraction of the cost. Fun fact, Motek is actually Hebrew for "sweetheart" and they nearly captured mine with their extensive happy hour menu comprised of quality selections that were equally plentiful in quantity. Perfect for a quick bite or an intimate dinner. Will be back for brunch. Cheers! Or, dare I say, !

Visited for lunch and had the Goat Smash burger. Love that they have Estrella beer! Great service…read moreand selection. Will definitely be back.

I found Redondos while waiting for my car to be serviced across the street. Sidenote, I believe I'd…read morecome by previously for cafecito. This Saturday afternoon, though, I enjoyed an actual full meal. For starters, and pleasantly surprising from a lot of businesses nowadays, they have their own free parking lot. The entrance is either parking lot or upfront on Bird Road. They have a real good selection of burgers and chicken sandwiches, of which I started with their Hawaiian burger. Make that I took the Hawaiian burger as a base and substituted for chicken sandwich no problem for three dollars extra my sandwich was customized with a sizable piece of grilled chicken, fluffy bread and grilled pineapples, making for a very tasty flavor. The fries had a nice crisp, and they still have soda refills. The space was clean and with a lot of windows Jorge the street. They also have a TV, Saturday they were showing some soccer game. I was told they also have an all day breakfast menu. I would certainly stop by next time in the area!