Excellent place... Mouth watering…read more perfect steak delicious food Plentiful Wonderful service

I won't be returning to this restaurant. My first visit was…read morea positive experience. I was greeted warmly, used the self-order kiosk, and everything went smoothly. Unfortunately, my second visit was very different. The restaurant was nearly empty. I placed my order at the counter and waited about 20 minutes while my food sat on a shelf. During that time, the employee who took my order appeared to be engaged in conversation with other customers instead of serving the waiting orders. Only after I commented that I didn't appreciate waiting while my meal was ready did he hand me my food. He later brought me a complimentary piece of baklava, which was absolutely delicious, and I appreciated the gesture. However, another employee then asked how my meal was. I answered honestly that the meat wasn't very good, but the baklava was excellent. Instead of simply accepting my feedback, he repeatedly pointed out that they had given me the baklava as an apology, which made me feel as though I shouldn't have answered his question honestly. My biggest concern isn't the food--it's the customer service. Every customer deserves the same level of attention and respect. Staff should be monitoring orders and serving customers promptly rather than becoming distracted. My experience left me feeling overlooked, and for that reason, I won't be back.

Such a great experience here. The manager was very nice, super welcoming and made us feel…read morecomfortable right away. We didn't originally want to sit at the bar, but we ended up doing it and it actually turned out great. The place is cozy and beautiful, and the live music was such a nice touch. It really added to the whole experience. The food was excellent everything we had was on point. The only thing I'd suggest is offering small sides of tzatziki or hummus with dishes. That would make it even better. Overall, amazing hospitality and a spot I'd definitely come back to.

The ambiance is great, very nicely decorated with a nostalgic touch and darkish colors…read more I went there with two friends for dinner, and we liked it a lot. The service was on point, and the servers were friendly and very attentive. We ordered three cold appetizers (hummus, artichoke hearts, and watermelon salad), one warm appetizer (baked feta cheese), a lamb main dish to share, and a bottle of wine. The portions were good, and the food was tasty. Everything was fresh and well combined. TIP: They have free parking spots across the street; check with the staff.

Great prices and great flavor. Dropped in and got the chicken Shawarma rice bowl. Was delicious…read more Definitely alot of flavor and filling. Also a great price!

The cooking lady was cross contaminating the food touching the meat and picking up the phone and…read moretouching ovens and then food with the same gloves. The bun was cold, the food was cold.

Some of Miami's most beautiful waterfront restaurants are easy to miss, and Yaya's Coastal Cuisine…read moreis one of those hidden gems that's absolutely worth discovering. Tucked away in a quiet corner on the water, the moment you walk in, you're transported into what feels like an eclectic Mediterranean cave. The warm textures, glowing lights, and tranquil atmosphere instantly set the mood. It's unexpected, inviting, and the perfect escape from the city's hustle. But let's talk about the real star--the food. I had the chance to experience both the Miami Spice dinner menu and Sunday brunch, and honestly, I couldn't pick a favorite dish if I tried. Every plate was beautifully presented, full of fresh coastal flavors, and had its own unique twist. Whether you're craving seafood, brunch classics, or something adventurous, there's truly something for everyone. What makes Yaya's even more special is the experience. Thank you to Angel who is a dear friend and the guy to go see....grab a table by the water, watch the boats drift by, and if you time it right, enjoy a magical full moon night complete with live DJs and mesmerizing fire dancers. It's dinner with a show, Miami style. If you're looking for more than just a meal--for a place that captures the energy, beauty, and waterfront magic of Miami--Yaya's Coastal Cuisine deserves a spot on your list. Come hungry, stay for the ambiance, and let the night surprise you. I promise you its worth every penny!

I visited Yaya Coastal Cuisine for brunch and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience due…read moreto the service. Our server, Anthony, was largely absent throughout the meal. We repeatedly had to go out of our way to flag someone down just to order drinks or check on our food, while noticing that nearby tables were consistently attended to without issue. It genuinely felt like we were being overlooked, which made the entire experience frustrating and uncomfortable. What made matters worse is that gratuity was automatically included, so we were forced to tip for service that simply did not meet even basic expectations. I'm not one to leave negative reviews, but this experience stood out for the wrong reasons. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and works to ensure all guests receive equal attention and service.

So we originally intended to eat at El Turco, but there wasn't enough seating under shelter in a…read morerainy day so they escorted us over to Oliva, but the seating host failed to tell us its two different menus and different price points. We came for dinner time just before the late evening rush. Server was kind and attentive. To start they brought us olives in oil and bread. Anatolian cocktail: The passion fruit chilies cocktail with tequila was very well balanced between sweetness and spice. Appetizer: carrot yogurt dip, and as I can't eat bread she offering julienned carrots and cucumbers to eat it with. It was so tasty. Meal: we shared the Turco Platter which comes with three types of meats (chicken, fiber and beef), bulgur wheat, onions and salad. Good and plentiful, enough for three average appetites, or for a couple with two kids. Plenty of dessert options but we went with goat milk ice cream with pistachios and it was lovely--not too sweet not too rich. They brought complimentary tea at the end which was a nice digestif.

I'm so glad a friend introduced me to @olivamiami Sunset Menu before August ended! A full 4-course…read moreTurkish feast for just $40 & every bite was amazing! Fresh mezzes & salads (yogurt w/chili, garlicky spinach, juicy tomatoes, mint, walnuts & pomegranate). Mains like the Doner Platter, Adana & Chicken Shish were tender, flavorful & filling. The sweetest ending baklava, coconut cakes, pumpkin w/tahini & silky caramelized pudding which were my fave!! They closed it off with some delicious Turkish tea to help settle the tummy with the explosion of flavors! Their setting is perfect for date night! White tablecloths, beautiful decor & perfect music for the sense! From start to finish, this meal was a true Turkish flavor journey. We are already planning our next visit! Special shout out to Alps (like the French Alps but he's not French!)... He was patient with our group & attentive to every need down to the music! Really some amazing dine out service! And remember, it's Oliva by El Turco, so make sure you land in the right place!

Been here many times staff is friendly and the owner is very nice. The decor is amazing. I mean we…read moreare in the business district in in Doral and you walk in and you feel like you're somewhere else. The food is amazing. The menu is vast, but it's perfect and it has a great variety. Love the sampler of the appetizers wow the stuffed cabbage the grape leaves the hummus the roasted pepper hummus wasz great . That was excellent. I mean everything that we had was excellent grape leaves the falafel to the tabouli was awesome. We order also the mini Kafta sliders wow order at least two orders don't share. They're amazing. Great drinks try The Lebanese beer. It's very good Pilsner style. Great Lebanese wine also and a great variety of drinks that they make there especially when it's so hot outside. Food is very fresh and the atmosphere is very friendly. Definitely have to come for dinner and see the show.

If I could give them more stars, I would. What a terrific…read morerestaurant. Let's start with the decor, it's all about the eyes! A great picture opportunity. The service from the moment you walk in is great. They have indoor and outdoor seating. We stayed inside because it was so pretty. Our server was polite and friendly. We were 3 and ordered a sharing platter and a meal apart from 2 appetizers. We took food home for the next day. Portions are generous. Everything was delicious , flavorful and well cooked. No room for dessert!

I stumbled upon this place accidentally for lunch today, and what an amazing find!…read more Had the Uzbek bread, dumpling soup, meat, pies, noodles, and seriously the best Turkish style liver I've ever had. Inside is very clean and well decorated. Everything is super fresh, and the flavors are very well balanced. You can tell the chef puts heart and soul into the food.

If I were to do this again, I'd go back for more of the Uzbek dishes, specifically, since it's a…read morecuisine that's harder for us to come by, the kitchen seems to do these very well, and the non-Uzbek dishes we tried were of mixed success. The menu is a melange of Russian, Turkish, Uzbek, and generically Mediterranean offerings. To start, we had the Mediterranean-leaning "combo platter" with baba ghanoush, hummus, and tzatziki ($16) and the Russian-leaning herring with potatoes ($15; "tomato, cucumber, carrot, mushroom, cabbage, kimchi"). These were so-so. The baba ghanoush and hummus were both extremely smooth, almost whipped in consistency, almost unpleasantly salty. (We love salt and don't shy away from it at all -- but this was excessive.) I personally love a few chunks of eggplant in my baba ghanoush (like a beautiful Jordanian version I had earlier in the day from a stand in Aventura Mall) and a lot more tahini in my hummus, but of course these are stylistic differences / preferences. Tzatziki was very garlicky. The combo came with sliced cucumbers and a bit of pita -- but not anywhere near enough for our family. We did end up eating the surfeit of spreads with our main courses, so all ended well. Herring with potatoes was nothing like the menu description. Instead, it came with, yes, just pickled herring and roasted potatoes (and a huge, huge mound of thinly sliced raw onion, a few sprigs of parsley, a sprinkle of dill, a sliver of lemon). The baby potatoes were nicely roasted, but the pickled herring was quite mediocre, a touch mushy, and almost certainly not prepared in-house. The only distinctively Uzbek dish we tried was the Fried Lagman ($19; "stir-fried hand-pulled noodles in a mix of beef and vegetables, served with eggs"). I can't speak to its authenticity, but it was made with well-textured noodles topped by tender, well seasoned beef, bell peppers, grape tomatoes, and very thinly slivered omelette. The progeny who ordered it enjoyed it very much. Beef shawarma ($19; "cooked on a vertical grill, served in pita bread with tomato, cucumber, lettuce, yogurt sauce, and spices, with French fries on the side") was beautifully presented, a generous portion of thickly-sliced meat wrapped in a very thin layer of flatbread (lavash and not pita?) with a crisscross grill pattern. The Beef Kebab ($24; served with french fries and tomato sauce) was moist and tender, well seasoned. I think the slightly bland tomato sauce was meant for dipping, but the beef didn't need any accoutrements. Fries were fair, either undersalted or not salted at all. I wish we'd held on to the ketchup that had been served with the fries that came with the shawarma. The grilled branzino ($38) was nicely prepared, a medium-sized (about 1 lb) fish beautifully grilled and drizzled with reduced balsamic, served with salad, rice and a side of lemon. The skin was crisp, the fish fresh. Note that food is brought out as it's prepared and some mains may come more quickly than others. We didn't have a huge problem with this as our manners free family is under orders to eat food when it arrives, while it's hot, rather than to wait until everyone's food arrives. Also, we generously poach from one another's plates, and the last one to get her food hadn't been all that hungry for dinner to begin with. The eat-it-as-it-arrives policy turned out to be a good one since the lag time between arrival of the first main and arrival of the last was about 40 minutes. The first few to receive their meals would've had to eat their food stone cold. Sim Sim doesn't serve alcohol, but does have a beautiful tea service and hookah, and allows diners to BYOB without corkage. (All the Russian diners around us seem to have gone the BYOB route and ordered a hookah, which we also didn't see advertised in house.) It's in a strip mall as most restaurants are in this part of Florida, but has pleasant-enough outdoor and indoor seating areas. The outdoor seating is beach style. Think: white plastic chairs and tables. There was a single low wooden Uzbek style dining table on a platform outdoors and perhaps one indoors as well, IIRC. Our wait staff was very pleasant. One server gently pushed salad and Uzbek bread on us, which we declined, but sort of wish we hadn't after watching nearby diners who were probably of Uzbek descent. We're dining with vegetarians on our remaining days in the area, who wouldn't have enough protein options here, but do wish we had time for a return visit. Bookmarked for our next trip.

Enzo was awesome! Explained the specials, went over everything, and has great service. The food was…read moregreat and the wine was delicious. This is a nice secluded spot where you can have a nice, intimate, private meal. P.s my wife loved the loved music selection!

Finally came to check out Osteria after years of driving by it. It's very pretty inside and the…read morehost (likely owner or manager) was very welcoming when we came in. This was short lived and after a little while we were invisible. Our server was nice enough but she was definitely not friendly, did not make any recommendations and barely smiled (not even at our 6 year old!). When she brought our dishes, she dropped off and literally ran away. We had to flag her down for parmesan and then didn't see her again throughout our whole meal until we asked the busboy (who we saw more than her) for dessert menus. No one bothered to clean our table full of crumbs in between. She did not ask us not once if we needed anything. However, she was quite able to chat and smile up a storm with a large party next to us who ordered tons of wine and food. This did not feel like fine dining The food was actually pretty good. It was nice that they allowed us to have Miami Spice entrees if we wanted to since they weren't on the menu. The Pear ravioli with goat cheese was delicious. My husband got the pasta with black squid and said it was ok... The pistacchio cake for dessert was just OK. And fyi they charge $10 to park in their lot, Might as well park in the street. I really I really wanted to like it but the service left a bad taste in my mouth sadly.