Our next family adventure take us to Giralda Plaza located in downtown Coral Gables with a category of 4.6 and more than 252 reviews this place is the best option for walking around with the family at every time of the day. Breakfast, lunch, brunch or dinner you have many option to eat from different country cuisine in this place, but at night with live music and other activities from all restaurants around make this Plaza something extraordinary to visit. Remember if you in Miami don't forget coming to Giralda Plaza. read more

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I think this spot is an awesome and much needed addition to Coral Gables. They did a fantastic job of re modelling the whole area - with pretty trees and a lovely pattern to the tile work on the floors (it is 600 foot long). Pretty restaurant shopfronts with plenty of outside seating, making it a super cool area. As we all know the main area for shopping and restaurants is at Miracle Mile, but this is predominantly THE place you come for a tux, wedding dress or bridesmaid dress, and with Coral Gables prices to match. So Giralda Plaza is a nice alternative, with a different vibe. It is also near some pretty nice architectural buildings - see my other Coral Gables reviews, such as the tiny Pittman park for example. Giralda Plaza is walkable friendly ie no cars are allowed to travel down it and it is a great place to chill out for a coffee, people watching or meal. There is plenty restaurants and cafes here to choose from, such as - Talavera Cocina Mexicana, Clutch Burger, Coyo Taco, Espresso Cubano, Kae Sushi, Bangkok Bangkok 2, The lokal, Divino Ceviche, Miss Saigon Bistro, La Sandwicherie, Threefold Cafe, (apologise's if I missed any out) It is also a instagram worthy spot, as they regularly have features here. They had the Umbrella sky - see my pictures of that. Recently they had a gorgeous display for fall ? autumn- see my pictures for that! Such a clever marketing ploy, and it works as people definitely come for that, and then are tempted to spend money in the restaurants. read more

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This "plaza" is a section of Giralda Avenue that runs between buildings from Ponce De Leon and Galliano Street. It has been closed off to traffic and converted into a pedestrian walkway. On either side of the wide walkway are various restaurants and businesses. The restaurants are of every ethnic and style variety -- ceviche, Mexican, sushi, poke, pizza, et al. There are charming outside tables under umbrellas and awnings, too. On the day we went, overhead was an art installation called "Sun Stories". Colored letters spelled out words in interesting patterns that would then reflect on the sidewalks below. Unfortunately, the sky was cloudy and later it rained so we didn't get the full effect. Previously, they've also hosted an exhibit with many colored umbrellas forming a canopy from building to building edge. If I worked nearby, I'd probably be here often. It's a bit of whimsy in the middle of bustling downtown Coral Gables. And I'm sure I'd want to sample all the restaurants... read more

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Giralda Plaza has become one of my favorite parts about living near the Gables. There's no denying it was rough for a good amount of time as they ripped up the street both here and along Miracle Mile; however, we can all reap the benefits now. In this day and age where outdoor seating is in high demand, these restaurants surely deliver. There are mainstays like Bangkok Bangkok and Talavera that have been around for ages, and newcomers like Coyo Taco and Sandwicherie. There are solid watering holes like The Bar and the Local, as well grab and go spots like GreenLife and Pasion del Cielo. And this is just scratching the surface! Besides restaurants, there are also a couple of boutiques, and some offices (one housing my favorite masseuse at Gables Optimal Health, for instance). Pre-COVID, there were regular events like Giralda Under the Stars which always brought out big crowds. I'm hopeful this will return again someday! In the meantime, I like to stroll along the plaza with my baby. There are a couple of benches towards the end that don't belong to a restaurant, so sometimes we'll pop a squat there to enjoy some time outside. I usually find metered street parking nearby along Alhambra and walk over, but there are plenty of options all around. read more

A street away from Miracle Mile, you can find Giralda Plaza. I'm not really sure what the relationship between the two is, but I imagine they're connected given all the changes the area has been having. Not to mention that their website says you can submit to get a business area in either/or. That said, Giralda Plaza after the renovation has a mind of its own. You have events such as Giralda Under the Stars and Giralda Al Fresco going on. Plus, who can forget the current décor of the Umbrella Sky Project? Other than that, this plaza is pedestrian friendly, so if you bring a car, your nearest parking garage is right across by Bocas House and Graziano's. Note, too, that this area is full of restaurants such as Rice Mediterranean Kitchen and Bellmont Spanish Restaurant. And obviously if you don't find something that tickles your fancy, walk to the next street and try your luck. read more

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Extremely beautiful pedestrian zone in the heart of Downtown Coral Gables. There are plenty of cute bars and restaurants including the famous The Bar. They always have a cute set-up there. 2 years ago they had the umbrella sly art installation on Giraldo. During the fall months, there was a cute pumpkin arch and other photo ops. Currently, you can see a beautifully decorated Christmas tree on Giraldo's. read more

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We have been here a couple of times now. The first time was a Saturday or Sunday afternoon during the winter, after we had visited the Fairchild Botanical Garden that is about a 15 minute drive from here. Giralda Plaza was dead quiet, which seemed odd. Some of the restaurants were open though, so we enjoyed a quick bite and a stroll through here. We came back this past Saturday when the umbrella sky art exhibition was going on and the place was a mob scene. To be honest, my husband and I don't really care for the Miami area all that much, but this is in a nice neighborhood! I really like this street, the tile work on the ground is beautiful and the architecture is quite pretty. There are mainly restaurants in this area and a few shops in the surrounding area. The art installation was really great to see! I loved the bright colored umbrellas overhead. This was definitely a crowd pleaser. We were here for a little over 90 minutes. We parked in a garage near a Publix and paid $3, which isn't TOO bad for a major city. read more

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I absolutely love Giralda Plaza, Giralda Under the Stars, #SunLitSky, #UmrellaSky, etc! In my opinion it's the BEST thing in the Gables area. Giralda has an abundance amount of free events on the weekends. One of the last ones I attended was on Valentine's Day with their beautiful #SunLitSky they had Live music playing, a decorative wall with the word Love where you take pictures, and free flowers as well as sweets for the ladies. It was a delightful event. I enjoy their creativity first it was the #umbrellasky which was a major hit then the #SunLitSky another great thing, now I can't wait for their next surprise project for the Giralda sky. Giralda Plaza has every type of restaurant from Mediterranean to Poke to Vietnamese...can't forget that awesome burger place - Clutch burger! Plus, most of the restaurants in the plaza has outside seating where you can enjoy people watching as well the wonderful Miami weather and most of the weekends you get to enjoy their live music. If you are a foodie or a photo enthusiasm this is the spot to be! If you haven't been here I don't know what you're waiting for...hurry up! You missing out! Next, I'm trying to attend is their free yoga every Saturday at 10am outside in the Giralda Plaza. read more

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Nice open environment with restaurants on both sides. I came for The Umbrella in the Sky art exhibit though read more

Giralda Plaza has many nice restaurants and bars, my favorite one so far is Lorenzo pizzeria, they offer great pizzas and desserts! Umbrellas in the skies was a beautiful thing too see, it attracted hundreds of people to the Coral Gable area. I wish they could more events like this one thought out the city, Miami deserves it, being one of the most beautiful cities in the world, it really has the potential to show its real colors. I defenatelly recommend anybody to stop by and enjoy any of the bars/restaurants Giralda Plaza has to offer! You wouldn't be disappointed!!a read more

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Because of Ariel W's review, I just had to see this cool art display! This art brought many families out on a Sunday to take pictures and enjoy the great plaza vendors. I wish we had more of these displays throughout South Florida. They would do the same for local communities. Forecast had said rain all day. We ventured out anyway. No rain. If it did, we would be covered by UMBRELLAS! read more

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I've long been a patron of a number of businesses along this stretch of Giralda Avenue, most especially Divino Ceviche, Bangkok Bangkok II, The Local and The Bar. This block of Giralda was once a standard street with 2 way traffic and curbside Pay to Park. A few years ago they began hosting a monthly event here called "Giralda Under The Stars", which featured a DJ or other live entertainment, several walk up bars along the street, and many of the restaurants had tables set up in the street for patrons to be seated at and dine. I thought it was a great concept and brought a feeling of active nightlife to a city that can otherwise seem sleepy compared to places like Wynwood, Midtown and Brickell. At nearly the same time they began tearing up Miracle Mile for the seemingly unending project to widen the sidewalks there, they also closed down this block of Giralda to begin what turned into a major construction project, causing this area to look like a war zone at times. The end result was that the former street is now covered with brick pavers and they added lighting and greenscaping, turning this into a pedestrian only thoroughfare called "Giralda Plaza". Not a bad concept, and it seems they're continuing the "Giralda under the Stars" offerings and also seasonal events called "Giralda Al Fresco". Personally, I can only give Giralda Plaza 3 stars for a few reasons. First, IMO the results one sees were not worth the agonizing months of construction during which, according to at least one media source, at least a few businesses and restaurants were nearly driven out of business due to the lack of people willing to dodge their way through a construction zone to patronize them. Second, we were a bit surprised to come here mid-week to dine at one of the restaurants, only to be told they had to close at 9. We'd arrived at 8:45 and they allowed us to quickly order our meals before their kitchen closed, but we noticed other restaurants where patrons were leaving and they were placing chains and padlocks through the outdoor seating and tables at just a few minutes after 9 as well. At least 2 groups of patrons were turned away while we ate, and we saw customers turned away from at least one other eatery as well. IMO if they really want this area of Giralda to be well patronized and active, restaurants need to remain open later, as many customers in the Miami area tend to enjoy eating their meals late in the evening. Lastly, the lighting along Giralda Plaza is way too bright as of this writing. There's one area with overhead strings of lights, which is more than adequate. On the other hand, the light posts that are so bright they cause people to squint their eyes when walking past should either be switched off or at least dimmed. I noticed that a few similar lights over on Miracle Mile are now dark, for perhaps the same reason. Dimming the lights and perhaps adding a bit of ambient music would do a lot to make this area more inviting and cause people to want to return. read more

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I finally came to see the umbrella project. I am truly glad I did, I never realized there was more then just "the bar" here. I will be back to explore some more on a later date. read more

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Giralda Plaza is an example of a good street improvement project. So often Miami pours money into improvements that don't seem to be of much benefit. This is not one of them. I know the business owners suffered during the construction, but the payoff is wonderful! It is so nice to be able to stroll down the now pedestrian-only street and see diners sitting at umbrella clad tables outside. The art installment of the colorful umbrellas overhead is an amazing addition! I wish that it could be permanent. It offers the perfect backdrop for your next social media post! The shade from the umbrellas cast an artistic pattern on the sidewalk below and offer enough respite for the casual strollers. There are plenty of restaurants to choose from - Vietnamese, Mexican, Spanish, Gastro Pub, Poke, and some healthier options. At the end of the street you can stop in Passion de Cielo to have a coffee. I think the only thing missing is a intimate wine bar! I can't wait to spend more time here once the weather cools off. read more

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This is a gorgeous pedestrian avenue in Coral Gables lined with restaurants and shops. A lot of events are held here like Giralda Under the Stars the first Friday of the month December through April, Happy Hour Wednesday when bars and restaurants offer half priced drinks 4 to 7 PM, Live Jazz Thursdays, Live Music Fridays, Fitness on the Plaza Saturdays, and Sunday Brunch and Family Fun which offers kids activities and a green market. I came for the art installation the Umbrella Sky Project which is made up of 800 candy colored umbrellas gently swaying over the plaza. It is the perfect spot for your Instagram photos but come on by soon because it will only be here for the summer. They even have a photo spot set up so you can take your photo with one of the umbrellas. After you get your pictures you can dine and shop along the plaza. I found ample pay parking on a Saturday afternoon on the streets surrounding the plaza. This is a great installation and is definitely worth taking a trip to Miami to see it in person. read more

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Now that it's not accessible to the traffic that used to flood this area, it's become quite aesthetically pleasing and worthy of your time. The Bar is right amidst the action and is always a solid spot to get a drink at. Plenty of restaurants have opened up in the area and since it's pedestrian friendly, the stroll along Giralda has become much more enjoyable after the renovations. Parking garages are now available for a low fee making it easier to visit this quaint and lively area of the Gables while restaurant hopping along the area. Bike rides are a great idea as long as you're mindful of the people walking. It's always a nice time visiting Giralda Plaza and even more so now. The fresh breeze during the cooler months is also a plus. The Gables is a popular spot to visit and this area is a perfect example of such. read more

Friday night was full of laughter ! Great way to spend time with family Listening to the band play! The restaurant are not expensive! The photo booth is A plus for me :) And the drinks were incomparable Definitely recommend that place for a nice evening read more

A great place to stroll, to have a meal and experience the new art installation of colorful umbrellas. This is the first season for this pedestrian mall and it is already a hit with locals. read more

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Very beautiful place to see, lots of restaurants, shops and bars to go to.

The umbrella sky pop-up art installation is here!! We were in town in Miami and had to take an Uber down just to see it. It's definitely a spectacle. While my husband took pictures of me, and I took pictures of him, we didn't get photos together. So be a friendly tourist and offer others struggling to take pictures, and they'll return the favor! read more

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Awesome Giralda Plaza has a new look. Love The Local, Ceviche Divino, Bangkok Bangkok ti name a few. Any day is great but my fav day is on a Friday after 4pm read more

This is our go-to area in the gables for casual dining. It's easy to find somewhere good to eat without a reservation and the plaza itself lends itself to bringing kids and even dogs. Our family goes often. read more

With the new Umbrella Sky Project, the strip was very crowded and hard to take photos. Overall it was very nice and there's so much to do in gables. We stopped by a coffee shop and enjoyed the display. Expect it to be crowded but besides that it was very enjoyable. read more

Gorgeous display! Went on a Friday afternoon and it wasn't very crowded . I have heard that on weekends it gets crazy.