Miami Spice menu did not disappoint! I've been here once before for dinner, but had to try again! We chose to follow the Miami Spice Brunch menu. I will say there are more breakfast-y options than lunch, but the Spicy Rigatoni was the only option I needed! They serve fresh warm bread in various styles to start. We tasted both the Bruschetta and Fritto Misto appetizer options, would highly recommend the Bruschetta Al Pomodoro if you have to choose just one. Finished with the Semifreddo Espresso for dessert, and coming from someone who doesn't do sweets, this was heavenly. Comparable to tiramisu, but elevated with so many flavors and textures, rich, creamy and a subtle crunch, save room for dessert and thank me later! Our serve was awesome and attentive and gave us suggestions for future eats. Staff came around often to make sure we were ok and took an empty plates quickly. The restaurant itself is swimming in pink, with chandeliers, mirrored columns, glitz and glam with fun pop art and fun music, excellent atmosphere for weekend brunch! read more

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Miami spice brunch was such a vibe. I highly recommend going. I enjoyed the portion sizes and the bottomless option if you like champagnes and spritz. The service was good but it's best to make reservations read more

Came here during lunch on a Wednesday. Beautiful restaurant, loved the ambiance. Service was spot on. The fresh made bread was to die for. Light and fluffy. Ordered the rigatoni ala vodka which was heaven along with the margarita pizza. Everything delicious. Expensive with 20% tip but I already expected it going there. Loved the vibe. I think it's a great lunch spot!! read more

Sofia Design District - Penne ala vodka - Italian Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Tried the Miami Spice Lunch Menu. The spicy rigatoni was delicious. The lime/lemon sorbet was to die for. Service was ok and they did not seem to be short staffed. I don't like that they charge you $5 for each soda and refills. read more

Sofia Design District - Lime Sorbet - Italian Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Lovely seating outside with fresh menu items and fun drinks. The servers are super friendly and Italian!! Thank you Fabio for your suggestions and help with the menu ! Would like a couple more lights outside as it can be hard to read at night. read more

Sofia Design District - Burrata s - Italian Near Me - Miami, Florida

Came here last night for ladies night and was very pleasantly surprised. For ladies night they have all their signature cocktails 50% off and access to the happy hour menu until later. The cocktails were great, but the food was even better my friends and I tried a number of different dishes, including the burrata, spaghetti me o do seppia (best flavor ever), and other tapas to share. The restaurant itself has a beautiful ambience with both indoor and outdoor seating in the nice Palm Court in the design district. You can tell a lot of hard work and details went into the decor, paintings and everything inside as well. The service at our table was great. The bar was a little overwhelmed, and unfortunately, a little bit slower than I would have liked, but the cocktails all came out great, and the service was provided with a smile. read more

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This place is cozy and they had a live dj playing when we dined for dinner. It's a bit overpriced here and the food portions were small. The service was good though. read more

Sofia Design District - Italian Near Me - Miami, Florida

The food was all incredible and our server Omar was the sweetest! Plus the vibe of the restaurant is so cutie as well. read more

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Love this spot!!! We went during Miami Spice and enjoyed everything we got! The burrata came as almost a burrata toast - so so good. The fritto misto had a good portion and was so lightly but deliciously fried. The spicy rigatoni was delicious and big and by the time I got it, I honestly barely had room! And then the colazione Sofia was alright - honestly nothing out of this world and was just a few things combined on a plate but nothing seasoned particularly uniquely or with a fun sauce or anything. Could have done without this one! We got the eggs poached. The vibe overall is great. Outside is so cute and pretty. We went on a super hot day for brunch so we ended up sitting inside where it wasn't too cold. The one bummer was that they don't have any windows, so you lose the natural light, but the decor is super fun. They included the tip and did NOT mention it, which I think is unacceptable. I don't mind if they add it automatically, but especially when it's on a handheld datafone where you barely can see the screen, they should call it out. Overall loved it and would be back. The area is great and there is so much to do around there. Great spot to bring people who are visiting read more

Sofia Design District is the epitome of chic, luxurious, and feminine sophistication. The restaurant's aesthetic is true elegance, perfectly matched by the delicious Modern Italian flavors of its menu. From the moment we arrived, the service was impeccable. Both the server and General Manager checked in regularly, making every detail was 5 stars. We opted for a wine pairing with our meal, and the selection was lovely, complementing each dish beautifully. From the wagyu carpaccio topped with truffle and crudos with a sauce so good, I would just drink it to the creamy cacio e pepe and perfectly cooked steak, every bite caught me by surprise! read more

Always exceptional food and service. The restaurant is so pretty and chic inside and they have outdoor seating as well!Their foccacia tomatoe bread is delicious while you're perusing the menu. I highly recommend the scallops. Their rigatoni is homemade and the best I've ever had ! We also enjoy getting unique greens in the ensalata estive. We always come here for lunch when we're shopping on the miami Design District! read more

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The food was really good and our waiter Alessandro (I might have spelled it wrong) was amazing and very kind, as well as the rest of the staff. The ambiance was amazing. There was amazing entertainment, there was a really good singer and another great piano player, we had a great time! read more

As a big fan of Italian food, I was looking forward to try out Sofia! The location is inviting, right in the heart of the Design District. I love the setting outside but unfortunately way to hot to actually enjoy it. I went on a Saturday and didn't have a reservation but the hostess was nice and sat us right away which is RARE in Miami. Our server was also very attentive so overall service was a 10/10 for me. The decor is stunning, ambiance is fancy and every single detail is impeccable - from the pink sofas to the art pieces. Foodwise, it was disappointing. The portions are VERY little and overpriced. The $26 burrata (!!!!) is small and literally comes with 2 tiny slices of bread. I was in shock! My friend ordered the Bolognese and I had the Truffled pasta - everything was ok, but nothing out of this world to make worth the (high) price or make me wanna come back. I'd rather spend this money somewhere else. read more

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Sofia has lots of great options and decent portions! We went as a large group. I got the cacio e pepe with truffles- very rich and delicious. We also shared the dessert sampler and it's great for a group! The espresso martini however was too strong for our tastes. The decor is bright and well thought out. The DJ was a great addition to the dining experience, we could still hear each other talk but also enjoy the music. The staff was kind and attentive. I'm a little disappointed that they don't do anything for birthdays even though they ask multiple times if there's a special occasion. There were also additional charges for water, extra bread, and gratuity that weren't made clear upfront. read more

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This place was delicious! My friend and I went on a Friday night for Miami spice at around 8pm and it wasn't busy at all to my surprise. The pink decor is so cool and the inside looked nice as well. Our server was very kind and attentive. At some point the manager even came to ask how the food was just to check on us which was very nice. The truffle cacio e pepe dish: the pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce for it was delicious as well.Everything was fresh and delicious and drinks were good too. I would definitely return! read more

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Nice spot for a nice dinner or girls night! It's in the design district and is conveniently located right by an affordable parking garage. The ambiance was my favorite part here, it's super cute and pink! We came in on a Friday night and it wasn't too busy. They had the Miami Spice menu special going on so we were able to get a 3-course meal for only $45! We started off eith some cocktails which were pretty and strong. They also give a basket of assorted breads which was good, but heads up if you ask for more they'll charge you. We got the burrata, the spicy rigatoni, the salmon, and ended with tiramisu. Everything was pretty good but the portions were smaller than I expected. read more

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Taking advantage of the last week of Miami Spice Month, decided to schedule a lunch meeting with a colleague. I specifically wanted to visit the Design District and of all the menus and offers, I selected Sofia. This restaurant is located where the previous restaurant Estefan Kitchen was located. The first impression is WOW! The decor and the details in this restaurant are spectacular. I love all the different shades of pink and the chandeliers are perfect. All decoration is modern, elegant and very Italian. The Miami Spice Menu has great options for appetizers, main dish and dessert. My friend and I ordered the Burrata and Carpaccio (for an additional fee). The carpaccio had figs in it. It was delicious. For main entree we ordered the Cacio e Pepe and the Rigatoni with Pink Sauce. The Cacio e Pepe was the best option and the second plate was a little spicy for my taste. Dessert options included the Tiramisu and Pistachio ice cream. My favorite one was the second one. It was creamy and just the perfect taste. I enjoyed the ambiance, our servers were very generous and attentive. Even the host was very nice to us and came to see us twice. Their bar is a great place for drinks. Either the one outside and inside. It was too hot of a day to be outside but in a cool and sunny day it will be a perfect brunch gathering with girlfriends. I highly recommend this restaurant if you are in the area. Make sure to make your reservations ahead of time. read more

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Thank you, Sofia for making my birthday dinner absolute PERFECTION! First and foremost... a huge, and sincere thank you to Gary for reserving not one, but two tables for me and my friends. I also really appreciate the fact that you made a reservation for me despite the fact that I was out on a walk and didn't have a credit card on me at the time to reserve a table. Everything from our arrival, to drinks at the bar, and dinner service was top notch, and I truly felt the hospitality. I had a group of 10 ppl for dinner, it was a beautiful evening so we sat outside and had a FABULOUS time. Giuseppe F. was our server and he was absolutely amazing. I don't know how he managed to be conversational, but still quick as ever with our orders... but we appreciated you! The food was absolutely amazing too, we ordered pretty much everything on the menu, but these were my standouts- the Polpo (octopus), Caviar, Ora King Salmon, King Crab Agnolotti, Cavatelli Bolognese, Carpaccio, lots of cocktails (French 75 was my fave), and assorted desserts... I will be back for sure to try some other items that I only got a bite or two of :-) Also, a huge THANK YOU to the gracious and beautiful hostess and DJ- I didn't get their names, but they made our night magical as well. Also, thank you for the round of Limoncello shots! Overall, I give Sofia an 11 out of 10! The epitome of elegance and a quality dining experience. I will be back for sure! read more

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This is the perfect place for a girls dinner or date night as it is lively and decorated so fun with the pink and chandeliers. I was happily surprised by how good the food and service was as it seems like a typical bougie Miami restaurant that you go for the vibes and everything else is lacking. That is definitely not the case here. I came on Valentine's Day (for the pink decor of course) and had a fantastic meal. The beef tar tar was great, the bread grilled perfectly, the pomodoro pasta even though simple, had great flavor, and the octopus was fresh. The sauce under the octopus was like a red pepper spread which was a bit overpowering but good on its own. Our server was awesome- super personable, funny, and helpful. We asked for some help choosing a bottle of wine (the wine list is huge) and it didn't seem like they had a sommelier but our server was Italian and very knowledgeable and recommended a great bottle. Service was definitely slow but it gave us time to enjoy the night. Definitely a spot to check out! read more

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After coming from the Dior cafe we then came to Sofia for Lunchtime. They have a cute outdoor section but since we sat outside in Dior we wanted to be away from the sun. The inside is also super cute with pink everywhere. Our server was fast and took our orders. The food was tasty and I loved the spicy pasta and veal was also good. Not a bad time and all of my friends did like their meals from here, with no complaints from us. read more

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The truffle Pizza is delicious. Staff is friendly. Laid back vibe. Didn't take a picture of the pizza because I was stuffing my face lol. Generous portion of truffles too read more

I live nearby and frequent the restaurants in the area. I finally tried Sofia (although I've had cocktails here many times). Ambiance is beautiful as always. My friend and I sat outside and ordered some drinks as well as the spicy rigatoni and the zuchini flowers. The rigatoni had a little bit of a sweeter taste rather than spicy. The zuchini flowers also are drizzled in honey so were a bit sweeter than expected but both items were tasty. read more

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This is a beautiful, fun restaurant with a chic design! Outdoor Alfresco seating is available as well. Our server was nice, attentive and welcoming to our party. This restaurant can be loud for conversations specially Friday night when we visited because there's a DJ... it's fun but you'll be straining your voice over dinner to have a conversation. The food is sub par - it lacks that flavor filled richness with Italian dishes. The burrata is alright & the rigatoni was fine...for dishes to be at $26-$30/plate price point, hope that the flavors are there... not really. The tiramisu dessert was scrumptious! Parking is easy at Palm Court Garage for $4-$6 and street parking is also available. read more

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Perfect date night with my wife. Great execution all around, the service was timely, space itself is gorgeous. Scallops were cooked to perfection- tender, delicate, and full of incredible flavors. My wife had the Truffle Cacio e Pepe, which is her all-time favorite. The truffle flavor was perfectly balanced, earthy and aromatic. Definitely a spot worth checking out. read more

Sofia Design District - Scallops - Italian Near Me - Miami, Florida

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This place is a joke located in the design district at 140 N. E. 39th St. Suite 133 Miami, FL 33137. I went to dinner tonight with some friends without a reservation, the service was OK nothing to write home about. When we asked for more bread to enjoy with our salad that I ordered he told me he would have to charge me five dollars for another basket of bread. The first basket only had two pieces of bread in it, and we had three people at our table. My bill for one person came to $91.23. He included his 20% tip. The Diet Coke was $6.50 one salad with three pieces of Romain lettuce on it was $23 and the cavatelli Bolognese was $35 for a small plate of pasta and then the bread was additionally five dollars. The food was OK for one person $91.23. Would I suggest anyone eat here now don't bother hopefully they'll be out of business as soon as possible the service after we paid our bill and for our tip our server took the bread that I paid five dollars for and didn't eat away from the table. I asked him to please bring it back. It took him 15 minutes to return to our table. So after you tip your server if you still need service, good luck. We sat in an open area outside. We weren't even in the restaurant. I think it's overpriced. I think the service is three star at the most and I think the portions are small. read more

The server did as best as one person can do for a lot of tables to deal with. Some orders got mixed up and duplicated because someone was trying to help. The food is very expensive and I would not recommend the lobster with the black pasta, very mediocre. An alarm went off and we had to get out because it was bad on the ears. They did give us complimentary deserts (2) which we split amongst us.The ambiance had modern decor and was fine. read more

While waiting for my order, I had the chance to write up two other reviews and start this one. Compared to its other new neighbor in the Design District, I think Sofia still needs a little more work. I came solo to check them out , and let's say I'm glad that I had come from a wine tasting first. For one, there are no rum drinks in their cocktail menu though to their credit the bartender did mix a decent mojito for me. It could have used some sugar or a sugarcane stick but A for effort. They don't even have moscato. My appetizer was a nicely salty slice of prosciutto with fig bits and a sprinkling of parmesano which was tasty if not filling. Then I sat waiting for my main course, with time to do my writing - and get through a progress report of Sofia. Only after waiting awhile did my server mention they had kitchen issues as I wait for the vodka rigatoni. Once served, it did taste pretty good with mild heat. I even tried the pistachio zeppoli which was a saving Grace. To their credit, I think it may be their opening weekend But they certainly need to :do the work. With the automatic gratuity included, it certainly feels like an unfavorable P/E ratio. read more

Food : 10/10 Service : 10/10 Vibe : 10/10 First walking into Sofia, wow so beautiful it was my first time with my sister. it was vintage vibes and that's what I was looking for! This has been the best Miami spice I have been to. The manager Mario is amazing, I can't even explain to you how much he kept coming up to us regarding service and asking us how the food and drinks were. The bartender Alonso was also incredible made amazing cocktails he made us a cocktail off the menu, it was so refreshing and so good. We felt he was so sweet and explained every cocktail to us! Chris was also amazing he explained every dish to us and made sure we weren't allergic to anything. I felt so at home at Sofia's I will definitely be coming back! read more

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Sophia in the Miami Design District is a great spot if you're looking for a mix of style and comfort. The atmosphere is trendy but relaxed, making it a good choice for a laid-back meal with friends or a casual date night. If you're into carpaccio, theirs is definitely worth a try. The beef is sliced super thin and melts in your mouth. It's dressed just right with olive oil, some arugula, capers, and Parmesan that adds a nice bite. The flavors are simple but spot on, making it a really satisfying dish without being over the top. Overall, it's a solid choice if you're in the area and looking for something tasty and well-prepared. I went for lunch, maybe in the night the restaurant has more vibe. read more

Sofia Design District - Italian Near Me - Miami, Florida

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I loved Sofia. I had an arugula salad, seafood platter, my hubby had the pizza. The calamari, scallops and shrimp on the platter were fried and seasoned nicely. Really good food and lovely, courteous staff. All of the pink everywhere and the fancy white chandeliers -- Darling. read more

Pretty spot! I came during a slow time, so service was quick and attentive. The food wasn't quite my favorite, but the stunning atmosphere more than made up for it. read more

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This was my first time in Miami district, parking was convenient! I loved the restaurant, it was very elegant and totally my style. Very clean, staff was wonderful and food came out hot and quick! Everything was delish read more

Sofia Design District - This drink is called love affair - Italian Near Me - Miami, Florida

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We went on a Tuesday eve and our reservation was at 6:30. By the time we left , 2 hrs later, the restaurant was full. So, I suggest making reservation. There is plenty of parking at the underground parking garage. The elevator will open right at Sofia's front door. Mario, the manager, made sure we felt welcome. We decided on the Miami Spice menu and tried all items on it. By unanimous vote the best dish was the cacio e pepe al tartufo made with bucatini, tellicherry pepper, truffle pecorino and shaved black truffle on top. The pasta was cooked perfectly Al dente, it was hot and creamy. It tasted heavenly! Our least favorite was the campanelle con aragosta (supplement $10) made with maine lobster, tomato, lobster reduction, cilantro pangrattato. The tomato paste overpowered the entire dish, so much that we did not taste the lobster. The scallop accompanied with summer corn and baby squash, had a crunch crumbs on top. This a must have dish as well . My friends enjoyed the lamb and chicken. Other delicious dishes were the rigatoni alla vodka made with calabrian chili, tomato, cream, parmigiano reggiano and the ahi tuna. They were perfect ! Overall, everything was fantastic, including the service, Remy was professional and knowledgeable. He made sure we had everything we needed to have a very enjoyable and memorable eve, since we were celebrating my 5th year work anniversary. Worth mentioning was the full bar and the savoring old fashioned. P. S. I noticed a long table on the back. That space would be good to host private events if there was a way to put a screen to make it private. read more

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Sofia is not just a cute brunch spot for the girls, but it's also a great place for some good Italian food. Their Miami Spice menu was an excellent price and their serving portions were large. My spicy vodka pasta was excellent. The pistachio gelato was also so good. I did give it 4 stars due to how long the food took to come out. Otherwise, everything was great. read more

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Absolutely great service- hostess, host, mg and the wonderful sever Salvatore (please forgive me if I have the name wrong). Food was perfect, I recommend the penne vodka... If the weather if good it is a gorgeous place to eat outside. read more

Definitely not what expected. So disappointing! My $34 wagyu burger came on a burned bread, I couldn't even bite on it. The meat was overcooked. Place was so warm too, we were uncomfortable the whole time. It looked like such a beautiful place to have a decent brunch, but it was not our experience. read more

Sofia Design District - Italian Near Me - Miami, Florida

We were spending an afternoon in the Design District and decided to stop by Sofia's. The decor is stunning, all the Miami vibes you'd imagine. The Marilyn Monroe photos really tie it together. When we arrive around 12:30 on Sunday there was only one other table but by the time we left around 2:30, it was quite packed. Service was spotty but not terrible. 20% service charge is included in the bill. Started with a Carajillo ($19), a espresso-mixed cocktail, to start the day which was pretty solid. Mafaldine bolognese - pasta was cooked well and the sauce was hearty but again, something pretty standard with a high price point. Panettone - a taste french toast fish. The jam was a little bland. I liked the addition of the pistachio! Pizza Tartufo - dough was fluffy and great mushroom flavor. Enjoyed this! Fritto Misto - for $29, this was very average all around and overpriced for only 6 pieces. Cacio e pepe egg - our least favorite and not what we were expecting by the name. I don't see much cacio e pepe in the dish and it's a pretty standard eggs. Not a ton of sauce so I felt like something was missing to tie it all together. The bottom has brown was crunchy. A decent meal with high price point so as long as you know the expectations. read more

A baby coconut almost fell on my head, which could have caused severe injury. Waitress apologized, but no apology or comp from the manager. Food was average. My branzino was good, but our appetizer (fritto misto) was super fried and greasy. Cute outdoor seating with pink umbrellas and chairs, though they need more two tops. Pricey for the quality of food. read more

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Had a great experience here and I will be returning! The calamari and spicy rigatoni was delicious. The interior is very nice and the service was superb. They also have a great DJ playing inside which made for a fun ambience. Highly recommend. read more

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IDK WHO SOFIA IS, BUT SHE'S SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT 10/10 Dinner Sofia is a beautifully designed restaurant in terms of ambiance and the menu. This would be such a cute spot for any kind of outing - big or small. Very comfortable seating which I think is an underrated topic. Service was top tier and extremely attentive. I didn't have to ask for a single thing because they were constantly filling up our waters, removing dirty plates, and checking in on us. They had a fun and intricate selection of cocktails. Full bar, so from my perception you could probably order whatever your heart desires and the bartenders are capable of delivering. And in first place - the food The octopus was cooked so well the way it was crispy on the outside. I think this was my favorite octopus dish I've tried in Miami. It's a small portion, but so worth it for the flavor. We loved all of our pasta dishes. I'm pretty bias when it comes to spicy rigatoni IYKYN. I thought this one was just as good. The truffle wasn't too overbearing on the Cacio e pepe. Splurge a little and give Sofia a try! Definitely worth a visit whether you're a Miami local or a tourist. read more

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