I was strolling down this adorable street in coral gables and my friend and I were hungry so we…read morecame to naked farmer. The quality and freshness of the food was fantastic!!! I ordered the chicken Waldorf salad which came with farm greens, herbs, cucumber ranch salad, half avocado, naked crisps, lemon wedge and white balsamic vinaigrette. It was extremely tasty!! The service was fast. The inside was clean and nicely decorated. I will be back to try some other items on the menu for sure!

Very good experience here yesterday…read more All around very healthy and big portions. This place reminds me a lot of Dig Inn in Boston and NYC. The thing that impressed me the most are the employees. All maintained eye contact and were genuinely friendly and helpful in helping me place my order. A real rarity in the quick-serve restaurant business. I ordered the local farmer plate and requested chicken breast. I noticed there was an upcharge, but was not told there would be one, which i found a little surprising as this is typically more common/popular than dark meat. Other than that, I am a satisfied customer. Big portions, healthy food at a good price. That's a rarity in Miami and hard to beat.

I went here with a big group the other day. I actually didn't eat much but I did have a glass of…read moresangria (which was nice and big!) and the buratta appetizer. I couldn't get any pictures because my phone was charging. Somehow I arrived with a very low battery on my phone, and our server was kind enough to charge the phone for me using his/ their charger. But the buratta was delicious. A lot of people I was with had burgers which looked and smelled good - especially the fries! (Both the regular and the sweet potato fries). This was a small place but with a nice ambiance, located right in the cobblestone area off the road where lots of other restaurants are (I don't know what the area is called). I had been to the Coconut Grove Craft location, and I definitely liked the location and ambiance of this one better.

We had a great meal at Craft in Coral Gables…read more We sat on the outside patio. We had . Goat Cheese Croquettes, Honey Toasted Almonds & Parsley...the honey offset the flavors of the almonds & goat cheese. We also had a steak which we split and a shrimp appetizer. The only thing that we didn't care for was the homemade lemonade that was more like a seltzer ( bitter with no sugar. ) Service was spot on even though it was or had rained. Great place to try though if you are in Coral Gables.

We finally got back to Kojin after a shamefully long time (new parent life). Still my favorite…read moreplace to eat in Miami. We were so lucky to sit at the counter and watch the kitchen in action. Chef's Tasting was out of this world, and our favorites still hit the spot (maybe even more?) with the Caesar salad and milk bread. I'd die happy if this was my last meal. Chef Pedro and Chef Katherine really make it the most welcoming atmosphere, the place is just a cozy & cool vibe, complete with a dash of fun at the end of the dinner. Service was friendly and knowledgeable with each dish and suggested drink pairings. We vow to return hopefully every season when the menu changes accordingly. Forever and always recommend :)

I finally took advantage of Taste of the Gables to check out Kojin…read more My sister and I arrived a little before 9 p.m. and waited to be seated. The dining room is charming but small, the tables are tiny and packed very close together. I also wasn't a huge fan of the lighting, though I loved the minimalist, Asian-inspired floral centerpieces. They were out of the Albariño, so I asked our server to recommend something similar. He suggested a Riesling, but it just wasn't for me, so I switched to sake instead. In hindsight, I really wish he had mentioned it was $35 a glass. That was a pretty unpleasant surprise when the check arrived. Anyways, my sister & I decided to share a bunch of different dishes. To start, I ordered the Summer Salad and my sister got the Milk Bread. The salad was phenomenal, bright, fresh, and full of interesting flavors. The stracciatella added this creamy, comforting richness that tied everything together. The milk bread with miso butter? Absolutely insane. Easily one of the best bites of the night. We also ordered the Crudo à la carte. The presentation was beautiful, with flavored shaved ice keeping the fish chilled, but unfortunately the fish itself tasted overly fishy. We only had a bite or two before telling our server. His response was basically a shrug. No concern, no follow-up, no offer to replace it. For our mains, my sister ordered the Wagyu Striploin, which she really enjoyed. I went with the Maitake Donburi, and this was probably my biggest disappointment of the evening. I was expecting bold flavors, smoky mushrooms, and some contrast in texture. Instead, everything leaned overwhelmingly sweet. The mushrooms had no char, the rice itself tasted sweet, the egg was runny, and the entire bowl was covered in an almost sickly sweet sauce. It felt one-dimensional, and I ended up taking 2 bites before leaving most of it behind. Again, our server noticed and didn't ask if anything was wrong or if there was something else I'd prefer. It felt very much like, "Oh well." For dessert, we shared the Carrot Cake and the Chocolate Tart. Both were good, but neither really wowed me. My sister loved the chocolate tart, while I thought it was just ok. Overall, Kojin wasn't quite the experience I was expecting. The service felt surprisingly indifferent, especially when two dishes were sent back almost untouched. That said, the Summer Salad and Milk Bread were so creative and genuinely delicious that they're reason enough for me to give Kojin another shot. Next time, though, I'll be ordering very differently.

My wife and I had a fantastic experience at Eating House in Coral Gables. Jordi, our bartender,…read moremade the evening truly memorable. Not only did he serve excellent cocktails and make sure we were well taken care of, but his conversation and hospitality elevated the entire experience. It's rare to find someone who can balance great service, expert drink recommendations, and genuine, engaging conversation all at once. Jordi made us feel welcome from the moment we sat down, and his positive energy added so much to our night. The food was outstanding, the cocktails were expertly crafted, and the service was exceptional. We'll definitely be back, and we'll be looking forward to seeing Jordi again. Highly recommended!

We had a reservation through OpenTable for Eating House in Coral Gables tonight and were seated…read moreimmediately even though the restaurant was packed, that was a great start. The ambiance is beautiful, dark, and romantic, with the perfect mood. Even with a World Cup soccer game on, it never felt loud or overwhelming. Our server, Dragen, was outstanding... attentive, friendly, and genuinely cool. He even brought us some sweet bread bites on the house, which was a nice touch. --Unfortunately, the food was the weak point. We started with the pulled burrata, which felt experimental but nothing special. --The famous carbonara was decent and came with a fun tableside show mixing the egg yolk, but it was a bit salty and more creamier that a traditional carbonara, not my favorite. --The slow-cooked short rib was a real disappointment: overly salty, dry, with strange flavors and a tasteless side. I could barely finish half of it and had to use the pasta to make it edible. Overall, the service and atmosphere were excellent, but the food fell well below average for the hype this place has. For that reason, I probably wouldn't return.

I came to Vinya with three of my friends after a spa day across the street. We loved the ambiance…read moreand vibe of the place. It's really clean and perfect for dates and groups as well. We received great, friendly, and attentive service by Jofrey. We enjoyed the short rib tacos, oysters, meat balls, grilled olives from the happy hour menu and the mussels, beets burrata, and tiramisu tres leches from the main menu. Everything was flavorful and delicious. We also tried their Cool Breeze and Mula Naranja mocktails, but very different but refreshing. Absolutely enjoyed them. If you are in the area, do not hesitate to stop by. It's really nice place. *Tip was not automatically included on the bill and suggested tip started at 18%

Vinya has consistently been one of my top happy hour recommendations. I love the vibe and decor of…read morethis place and the wait staff is really friendly. It's cute, moody, but not over done so perfect for date night or girls night. All their wines are great and you can't beat the price at $9 a glass. They recently extended the happy hour from 6pm to 7pm which I'm glad!! Now the food - I have never had a bad item from here. I will forever talk about their bacon wrapped dates (not pictured). And this trip I absolutely fell in love with the spinach cheese dip. My one complaint is why does it only come with three toasties? I had to ask for more, which they gladly accommodated me - and the same with the guys next to me. But if you're bringing me a whole bowl of deliciousness, I need more than three toasties with it!!!

Stopped in here after dropping off my bag in my room. Arrived very late so missed out on being able…read moreto order a ribeye from room service do came to the bar instead. Turned out to be a good call. While I was woefully overdressed ( t shirt and shirts as I just came off a transcontinental flight) for such a fancy bar in Coral Gables on. Friday night, staff was polite and welcoming. Was treated with respect and courtesy despite looking very WT. Traveling with food allergies is a challenge. The Kitchen was extremely accommodating and was able to modify my food to my allergies and preferences. I ordered the Chocolate Carajillo. Probably not the smartest thing to order a drink with two shots os Espresso at 10:40p but it soup def to tasty and it was! Plus the little chocolate that came with it!! Yum! If they sold those bars... I got the watermelon salad minus a bunch for f stuff: basically just watermelon, cucumber and feta. Thick clucks of cucumber, tasty watermelon chunks and hunks of feta. Yes, please! For protein I went with the double cheeseburger minus the bun and mayo and without the side order of fries = gluten free. They have a GF bun but I rarely eat a bun. It was a double pressed patty that was freshly made not cooked earlier and rewarded, so hit that the cheese was melting. Always a good sign. Delicious! Great service from Crystal and Ashley - my water glass was constantly filled without me having to ask. 18% gratuity automatically added to bill. Seems to be standard for all Coral Gables and Mismibhoteks (some add 20%). Had breakfast here. Different servers and hostess as well as different vibe and service despite an empty restaurant. Had I not eaten here last night my review would be a 3 based breakfast service. I had to get someone and ask for my water glass to be refilled. There are limited gluten free options but they do have GF bread do was able to have the croissant sandwich but with gf bread. I'd get this again. I also got the Greek Yogurt. Tasty but you need honey and it's a big portion so easily shareable. It was a lot of good for you be person do I didn't order anything else. Already deleted those photos do guess I have to stay here again I would totally eat here again.

I don't usually leave negative reviews, especially because I'm a server myself and I understand how…read morethe job can be. I also understand that getting one of the last tables about 40 minutes before closing isn't always ideal, but it's still part of the job, and we never felt like we were asking for anything unreasonable. We were a party of four adults and a toddler. Daniel introduced himself and immediately asked if we were ready to order. We ordered a glass of wine, waters, an appetizer, and our toddler's meal, and let him know we'd be ready to order the rest in just a moment. About two minutes later he came back for our entrée order, so we placed it. One thing that stood out right away was that our daughter was never offered anything to drink. I ended up giving her my own water because no one ever asked if she wanted a beverage. The food was absolutely amazing, and the kitchen deserves a lot of credit. Unfortunately, the service did not match the quality of the food. I ordered my steak medium, but it came out overcooked. Normally, that wouldn't have been a huge issue if our server had checked back on us, but Daniel never came to ask how everything was or if we needed anything. Later, my husband ordered a glass of wine because he didn't want me drinking alone. The wine never arrived, and we never received any explanation or apology. We chose not to ask for it again because it was already difficult to get our server's attention. Instead, he seemed more interested in talking with another server than checking on our table. We've been staying at this location for two nights and have had both dinner and breakfast here, and every other experience has been excellent. That's why this visit stood out so much. One final point: our check included an automatic gratuity. I completely understand and support automatic gratuities when appropriate, but they shouldn't mean the level of service drops. Great service should still be the standard, and unfortunately, that wasn't our experience with Daniel. The food was fantastic, but the service left us disappointed. I hope this feedback is taken constructively because the restaurant and its kitchen are excellent, and with better service, the experience would have been outstanding.

I finally tried this restaurant a year and a half later and the only one hurting all that time was…read moreme. What a pleasant and lovely experience I was missing out on. I dined here on a Thursday night. I was told that Wednesdays and Thursdays have a limited menu and on the weekends the menu is coursed options only. I don't normally love coursed meals, but I feel like this is the place to do it because everything we tried on that Thursday night was DELICIOUS. First off, they did such a nice job with the space. It's colorful, well lit, and inviting. The wine list also has excellent options and the waitress isn't trying to force you into the most expensive items. The wait staff are cordial and helpful and the Chef is humble and sweet in his explanation of the dishes. For wine, we got the bottle of tempranillo and it was delicious. We started with the focaccia and ricotta and honey. Honestly, it was the best honey I have ever tasted. They even told me where to buy it on my own if interested. Everything is freshly sourced from local farms and it shows. We also had the steak tartare that came with the blueberry capers. Those were a little weird for me but my friend loved them. We also had those delicious scallops that I believe were poached in wagyu fat. I don't even like scallops normally but they were exquisitely prepared. For entrees we had the boniato pasta and the cod. Both were deliciously prepared and I will definitely order again. But that boniato pasta that was sort of like a tortellini filled with boniato and topped with like a foam of citrus flavors- was easily one of the best pastas I have ever eaten in my life. The dish is creative yet light but absolutely delicious. This dish belongs on the show "best thing I ever ate". For dessert, we tried the lemon dessert that was light and airy and not overly bitter or citrusy. We also got the brownie dessert that was one of the most delicious desserts I have ever tasted. My friend and I fought over not one- but two portions of that dessert. Can't wait to go back for the tasting menu and friendly service!

I found this by accident while visiting Gables. The first thing that caught my eye was the decor…read moreso I decided to check it out. They have a curated menu that seems to change daily/weekly? Fridays and Saturdays is a fixed-price menu with a $125 and $185 selection (lots of options so don't get scared by the price). Today I only concentrated in tasting their small dishes and their wine selection (they don't have a hard liquor license) and I was blown away. Really tasty dishes and great presentation. The owner works the bar and tables. Very friendly. This is the sort of place you bring someone special. Use it wisely

I'd heard for years that Hillstone was a Coral Gables staple, but had never made it out to try…read more After my TikTok feed kept blowing up with their crispy chicken sandwich, I finally gave in... and now I get the hype. That sandwich absolutely delivered. The bread was fresh and soft, the chicken was perfectly crispy and not too "chickeny" at all (IYKYK). Easily one of my new favorite chicken sandwiches. My friend and I also shared the deviled eggs, fries, and creamed corn - all of them slapped. She ordered the caesar salad, which she loved. I tried a few bites and felt it had an unexpected umami, almost Asian-inspired twist. It was definitely unique, just not my personal favorite. We grabbed seats at the bar and the service was top-tier. Every bartender and server was super warm and attentive. While we were there, you could tell regulars kept popping in and greeting the staff by name, which I think really says something about the place. You can tell Hillstone has built a loyal following and I think it's for good reason. Safe to say this won't be my last visit!

It has been a while that I've been to Hillstone but a few weekends ago, my friend told me to join…read moreher there for dinner and I did. Since it was Saturday night, it was full. Even though we had reservations, we had to wait over 30 minutes. Once we were sat down, the service got much better. To eat, we shared the grilled artichokes, spicy tuna roll, barbecue ribs, Thai chicken salad and tres leche. Everything was tasty but my favorite was the Thai chicken salad. It was a huge portion and not a plate you can find at many restaurants. The tres leche was a perfect end to a delicious dinner. To drink, I ordered a Stella, which was refreshing. The service at the table was great. We were there for hours talking and not once did we feel rushed. This is definitely a great spot to come whenever you want something good to eat in the Gables.