"You know that 70-year-old who still somehow trains daily at the boxing gym? That’s Pascal’s on Ponce in human form. This French spot in Coral Gables has the kind of strength that only comes with decades of repetition. It’ll surprise you with its cheese souffle the way that 70-year-old will with an uppercut. It’s fluffy, salty, airy, and the parmesan fondue adds a tanginess that makes you salivate like a rottweiler. Then there’s the lamb rack that’s so tender, you might accidentally bite the inside of your cheek. But Pascal’s isn’t some kind of ragged Rocky-type—it’s refined. Service is flawless, unobtrusive, and experienced. Every dish is plated with care. Despite its age, Pascal’s On Ponce can go toe-to-toe with some of the newer fine dining French restaurants in town—and still win." - virginia otazo, ryan pfeffer
