Caffe Abbracci

Café Abbracci is an outstanding restaurant in every sense. The dishes are amazing, full of flavor and perfectly presented. The place is spotless, beautifully set up, and includes a great bar with a solid wine selection. Portions are generous, and the overall atmosphere feels both refined and welcoming. But what truly stands out is the service, attentive, professional, and genuinely warm. It elevates the entire dining experience and makes every visit feel special. A true Coral Gables classic that never disappoints.

Abbracci: Tradition That’s Lost Its Touch Abbracci has long been a Coral Gables institution, but our recent Friday night visit left us wondering why. The restaurant’s layout feels like a patchwork of windowless rooms, each decorated in its own dated, dissonant style—our section cluttered with oddly lighted vintage glass. The space was crowded, noisy, and uncomfortably cold with the AC blasting, despite being packed with diners. Even the restrooms could use a serious refresh. We started with wine and cocktails, but pours were skimpy and drinks watery. Starters disappointed: the Polenta and shrimp was tiny and bland, while the octopus in tapenade was so overcooked it crunched. The waiter might have warned us about the size of the starters. Mains included the seafood risotto special, branz

I have been to this Italian restaurant several times over the years. Both before and after Nino Pernetti , may he rest in peace🙏 Opened in 1989 it developed into an institution among the culinary scene of Coral Gables and Miami and it certainly has its faithful clientele. Our group went on a Thursday evening to celebrate a bday. We were seated at a table in the main dining room . Unfortunately the team taking care of us was rather semi- attentive , not very friendly and didn't make us really feel welcome. When asked for the beer selection the waiter mentioned Coors Light. They didn't have it after all. We ordered more rolls and received the Italian bread sticks instead. Asked for rolls again and finally got them. To be honest we had a constant tap water supply. All the dishes tasted go

Don’t go for the sake of nostalgia. Go for the exquisite food and unparalleled service. When my husband and I were in the mood for fresh, authentic pasta we scoured, the Internet and social media for recommendations. While we discussed the many wonderful restaurants to choose from in Miami, I recalled Cafe Abbracci as my fsmily’s go to restaurant for special occasions. We took a chance that the restaurant would be the same magnificence 30 years later. You know what? It was incredible. My husband’s first dining experience now brings Cafe Abbracci back into my life. This will be our go to special place for Italian. From the burrata and prosciutto, to a pasta course of Carbonara and lasagna, to the veal shank cooked to PERFECTION…this place makes northern Italian fare fine dining. Make sure t

We went for Thanksgiving and my birthday. The food was excellent.