Casa Gianna

Casa Gianna is located in the heart of Miami Worldcenter right next to the train tracks and by the “Welcome to Miami Worldcenter” art mural. The restaurant is inside the Gale Miami Hotel & Residence. We entered through the patio area so we didn’t walk through the hotel. The ambiance on the outdoor patio is gorgeous with a spacious area filled with plenty of patio seating magical lighting, floral wall decor, heat lamps and huge umbrellas. Magical space. When you walk inside, it’s filled with warm lighting, booths & tables, tall ceilings, open kitchen concept and a nice open area. We were sat in a beautiful half round booth with plenty of space to seat 4-6 guests easy. Our server was Jason who was very chill, composed, attentive and professional. EVERYTHING WE ORDERED: • Espresso Martini Italiano $20 • Giardino Fresco (cucumber cocktail) $18 • Polipo (grilled octopus) $29 • Fagotelli (short rib filled pasta) $36 • Branzino Alla Puttanesca $46 • Roasted Orange Glaze Carrots $12 • Panna Cotta $14 • Lemon Pistachio $14 We originally ordered the Pistachio Crusted Colorado Lamb Chops but they ran out. We opted for the Pappardelle Alla Rosa De Ricotta which sounded delicious with a white truffle cream and lemon pistachio ricotta. Jason eventually came back to the table with a menu to let us know they unfortunately ran out of the Pappardelle as well. So comical at this point. Ended up getting the Fagotelli which was a super fancy pasta with a short rib filling. Crossed our fingers they wouldn’t run out of this too. Our drinks were beautifully crafted and on point. Espresso Martini foam was incredibly fluffy, drink was smooth. The Giardino Fresco cucumber cocktail was refreshing. The Polipo grilled octopus was so dang good with a nice citrus vinaigrette, loved the shaved fennel texture. The Fagotelli short rib filled pasta was rich and smooth, one was enough for me. The shaved truffle was a nice touch. Truffle anything is always a good idea. Branzino could have been better. Did not love the confit pomodoro sauce, didn’t compliment the branzino. Wish it had a light citrus sauce instead, the citrus vinaigrette from the grilled octopus dish would have been perfect for the branzino. Fish was also a bit dry, wish it was juicier and not as overcooked. For dessert, we opted for the Panna Cotta and considered the Lemon Pistachio too. Jason brought out the Panna Cotta with a candle and happy birthday chocolate sign. He also brought us the Lemon Pistachio as a complimentary extra dessert since we were eyeing this anyway. Very nice gesture. Funny enough, I really loved the flavors and textures of the Lemon Pistachio more so than the Panna Cotta. The Panna Cotta was too firm and just meh in comparison. All in all, we had a lovely dinner experience and it was a wonderful way to celebrate my birthday. Hubby did good. Loved the ambiance, service was wonderful and food & drinks were fabulous! Nice authentic Italian spot in Downtown Miami. Casa Gianna has a Happy Hour at the bar seating area only on Mon-Thu @ 4-7pm and Fri @ 4-6pm. The HH includes small bites for $9-15 and beer, wine & cocktails for $5-10.

Casa Gianni is honestly incredible. The food is amazing, the service is on point, and the whole atmosphere feels like a true upscale Italian experience. This place easily deserves 5 stars for the quality alone. But one thing really shocked me: they don’t accept Apple Pay. Super inconvenient in 2025 — I literally had to walk back to my car just to grab my wallet. Miami isn’t a third-world country, so I’m genuinely surprised a restaurant of this level doesn’t support contactless payments.

Absolutely amazing place Casa Gianna in downtown Miami the Italian food is excellent. The spicy rigatoni is a must-try! 🍝 Bartender Michael makes the best sangria in Miami, hands down. Don’t miss their Happy Hour (Monday to Friday, 4–7 PM) they’ve got great specials on meatballs, pizzas, oysters, Moscow mules, and margaritas. And for my girlies Prosecco for just $9 in the heart of downtown? That’s a total steal!

It’s a very nice Italian restaurant in the heart of Downtown Miami. The food was good, also the atmosphere was good; very calm, no loud music and the service was good as well; the waitress had a lot of knowledge of the menu and recommended some dishes. The cocktails were good. There’s outdoors area in this restaurant. The parking might be difficult.

We celebrated my mother’s birthday at Casa Gianna, and the experience was truly wonderful. From the very beginning, the staff treated my mom with so much warmth, making her day feel extra special. My aunt, who has a seafood allergy, was also very well taken care of—everything was adjusted to her needs without any issue, which we appreciated a lot. Our server, Gaga, was absolutely amazing—attentive, friendly, and professional throughout the entire evening. The service and atmosphere made it a memorable celebration, and I would definitely recommend Casa Gianna for anyone looking for great food and excellent hospitality.

Our server Gaga made spectacular meal and cocktail recommendations! Her attitude was kind patient but efficient. Each course arrived at the perfect temperature. The restaurant itself is gorgeous. I loved that it wasn't crowded and noisey. It was chill till around 7pm.

Casa Gianna – A Night of Warmth, Grace, and Missed Culinary Potential We dined at Casa Gianna last night, and the warmth of the space was beautifully matched by Mary’s exceptional service. Her attentiveness, kindness, and professionalism elevated the entire evening—she is the kind of host who turns a meal into a memory. However, the culinary execution did not fully honor the promise of the setting. The charcuterie board, expected to highlight Italian craftsmanship, instead featured French brie and cheeses that felt generic. This choice may unintentionally suggest cost-cutting, which risks diminishing the restaurant’s identity and the expectations of guests seeking authenticity. The “sobe fish,” priced at $52, arrived significantly overcooked. While I chose not to raise the issue at the table to preserve the joy of our gathering, it was disappointing to receive a dish with such minimal elaboration at a premium price point. Casa Gianna has the potential to be extraordinary. With Mary’s grace as its foundation, a renewed commitment to culinary excellence and ingredient integrity could make every visit unforgettable.

Tabitha was absolutely amazing! We were with 3 kids & she made the entire experience incredible!very kind, sweet and service was a top notch! We are from out of town but will certainly be back and hopefully Tabitha will serve us again! Thank you and top notch on service, food and atmosphere! Very recommended. And Notella pizza was awesome!

I have been excited to try this place since its new to the downtown neighborhood. It has a charming patio with a lot of seating, an outdoor bar, and inside seating. We chose outside because of the cool weather. We started off with the meatballs, which were dry. I wish we would've done a salad instead. We also didn't get any bread until we asked for it (I feel like you should just bring it out). Our waiter/bartender was super nice and created a mocktail for me despite none on the menu. I'm very thankful they did as we're participating in dry January. As for the spicy rigatoni, it was the second best part of our meal. The flavor and portions are great! I have to say the best part was the tiramisu. Wow! It was perfectly made and had a beautiful presentation. I will definitely come back for these two items!

It's giving elevated Olive Garden. While the patio seating and general restaurant is nice, service was incredibly slow and food was disappointing. Maybe we came at an off time (4:30 on a Sunday). They don't serve their dinner menu until 5pm so we ordered salads and drinks to start. For dinner we got 3 pastas, they were not coursed well and 2 of them came out cold. All of the pastas were overcooked. The pesto lacked any flavor and the spicy rigatoni was not the slightest spicy. Maybe I'd come back for their Caesar salad and drinks, but not the pastas that's for sure.

I came to Casa Gianna for dinner on a Saturday night, and unfortunately, the experience was incredibly disappointing. From start to finish, the service and food left much to be desired. We waited an unreasonably long time just to be attended to, and once we finally placed our order, it took an astonishing hour and a half for the food to arrive. During that time, our server never came by to apologize for the delay or check if we needed anything, which made the situation even more frustrating. When the food finally arrived, it was a disaster. One person in our group was served raw chicken--completely unacceptable and a major health risk. My own chicken lacked any flavor and ended up making me sick afterward. For the high prices, I expected much better quality and care in both the service and the food. Overall, Casa Gianna provided one of the worst dining experiences I've had in a long time. Poor service, poorly prepared food, and high prices make it impossible for me to recommend this place. I won't be returning.

I would give it a 3.5. It is nice and clean. A nice bar area that is inside and outside. The staff was friendly and helpful. The meatball was good but there are other places that have better meatballs. Spicy rigatoni is good as well but leaves more to be desired, other places are better. Chicken parm was good but it took a really time to come out. I finished my pasta and everyone else finished their plate and it still hadn't arrived. Desserts took long too. I would eat here again but wouldn't be my first choice. Would like to try other dishes to see how they fair.

A beautiful place to enjoy at night, Top Tiramisu! service is untouchable, professional and friendly. Ramses, our kind waiter, he himself mixed sparkling water with lemonade for me, because that is what I wanted but they didn't have imperial lemonade on the menu. what a relaxing moment I got there, the bar is beautiful, lighting and furniture are so comfortable, coffee was nuclear hot wich is a "perfection" for us. Good job guys!

I came to this place on a Saturday for lunch. It was very empty. There was only one table with patrons , by the time we got our appetizers. There was two more tables so in total four things , we order a simple pasta and it's taking more than 30 minutes to come out , unacceptable I understand these place is new, I can't just imagine what will happen when it gets crowded. The place is very beautiful inside and very elegant. However, the people are very casually dressed, the caprese salad was very good and also the pasta, our waitress was very attentive and very courteous, i'll give it another chance.

Came here for brunch. Upon arriving, you notice the cute outdoor seating. Inside is even more gorgeous! The interior was baroque style giving off that European vibe. The quality of the food was good too. Lots of food in the raw bar area. The service was top notch. Very attentive. We were a party of 8 and they were able to sit us without a reservation.

casa gianna is a standout spot in downtown miami! it brings an upscale yet relaxed energy to the area. the atmosphere is beautiful, the service is warm, and the food is top-tier. we started with drinks at the bar before heading to our table, where everything was incredibly fresh--the burrata with pesto was delicious, the bread was great, and the pasta was perfectly done. we finished with the praline terrine and an almond milk cappuccino, which was extraordinary. definitely looking forward to going back.

Casa Gianna in downtown Miami has a spacious, open setup with great seating and excellent service. The complimentary bread was a highlight, but the mussels, while fresh, lacked depth of flavor, and the bolognese was average. I plan to return to try the linguine with clams--it's a good spot with a nice atmosphere.

I loved my lunch time experience at this newly opened restaurant in the heart of miami. Beautifully decorated with an almost mid-century modern vibe -- high ceiling and the kitchen is on view to the guest. Friendly servers who were quick to accommodate the party -- the outside seating is also nice, for when it's not so hot and humid. The menu is small with a varied selection. I opted for the salmon w an aperol spritz. The salmon was delicious -- cooked perfectly medium. It had a nice crust of pistachios and it was sitting on top of a bed of sweet potato/tumeric/ginger puree with roasted orange glaze carrots -- ughmazzzing -- it also has a lovely and delicate side salad consisting shaved fennel and greens. I will be returning after the new year..highly recommend!

Tried Casa Gianna this week with some girl friends we had been walking by for months and were so excited to try the food here! First impressions are it's stunning with a beautiful ambiance and decor with a beautiful indoor and outdoor space & bar! We were seated inside for our reservation. We started with some wine which was very good but came warm so we had to wait a bit for it to chill, and 2 apps: fritto misto, and the burrata. The flavours in the burrata were amazing and super fresh. The fritto misto was also very fresh (a little on the salty side but still amazing). For dinner we ordered the Margherita pizza which was a pretty standard pizza and very good, the fagotelli which was filled with short rib and had a wonderful sauce, the risotto was amazing and the star of the show, we also ordered the branzino which was unfortunately underwhelming it was very small and garnished with a lot of sprouts and stuff on top to maybe make it look larger- it was about a bite and a half for each of us (4 girls). The branzino is the only dish I wouldn't recommend. We had the praline terrine (100% recommend if you like chocolate and pralines) and the cheesecake for dessert. In terms of service our server was very pleasant, she seemed a little overwhelmed and didn't attend our table as often as I would have liked but she was very kind and had some great honest recommendations on the menu. I would definitely go back, they need a little bit of refinement on the food and service but I'm sure with a few more weeks open it will improve!

This place is great for after work if you live downtown. Nice indoor and outdoor bar. The only downside is they don't have happy hour prices. I came back for dinner. The gnocchi is we ok but i really liked the steak as well as the shrimp salad.

We had a very delicious New Year's Day buffet brunch. Everyone was so polite and customer service was always above and beyond from the hostess to our waitress! Also the pastry chef made the most amazing desserts and would love to come back another time with my family! The yummy food was 10/10

Fui hoy con mi grupo de amigos, sinceramente la comida es un 10, pero el servicio muy lento. Hemos esperado hasta 30 min por un tiramisú, volvería solo por la comida, y por el patio hermoso que tienen. Pero si buscan no perder el tiempo esperando su plato, no recomiendo que vayan

New cocktail destination unlocked? Yasss! Great drinks and reasonably priced food in the urban wasteland that is Downtown Miami.

I loved this restaurant , the food was amazing and the service was great . I had the steak and bolognese.

Food was awful. Service was extremely slow. We came as a party of 8 with a reservation, the apps came cold, the entrees we had to wait for over an hour and a half and each plate came out at different times so our party couldn't even eat together. When the entrees finally did come out everyone's food was cold. 2 people ordered chicken parmigiana and it was cold, I ordered the linguine alla vongole and the sauce was straight up clam juice and not edible. I would not recommend this place. This restaurant is solely for looks not food.

We enjoyed Sunday breakfast in this bright new space and enjoyed it thoroughly with Yiskah taking care of us and enthusiastically promoting the many great options. One of us enjoyed the continental buffet and the other enjoyed a delicious omelet with roasted potatoes and a side salad. The food, service, and atmosphere were great, and we could see this becoming a place that we would visit frequently. We came back the following Sunday around the same time and unfortunately Yiskah was not working. We both chose the continental breakfast buffet. This time the service was not nearly as good and we were not aware nor were we told that the buffet would be shut down fifteen minutes after we arrived. We found ourselves rushing to grab food from the mobile carts as it was being removed from the buffet while a server brought us the check after we barely had time to eat. Upon arrival, the server should have steered us away from the breakfast buffet knowing that it was going to be removed so soon after our arrival OR we should have been given a heads up before they started tearing it down OR they should have apologized OR they should have offered us a discount. None of the above. We were simply told that they were excited about the brunch buffet, needed time to get ready, and between 11 and noon they "will not even serve anyone coffee." A bit disappointing after our first experience the week prior, which was fully a five-star experience encouraging us to make this a new weekly routine. This place is still fairly new so hopefully they will get the kinks worked out and further train staff to deliver a more consistent and excellent experience.

Definitely do not recommend. Had reservations on a Thursday night not very busy but after ordering food it took an hour and a half for it to arrive and it was lukewarm not appetizing. It was a disappointing experience overall.

We came to Casa Gianna for dinner and had an amazing time. Great atmosphere, food and service. Definitely coming back!

This new addition to the Downtown MWC area is stunning. Great decor and ambiance. Lovely outdoor area with a walk-up bar.

New place in downtown . Very cozy. Servers are trying really bad, but they forgot about pasta and got a free drink.

It was just okay. Service wasn't good only saw our server twice. The food was eh. Could've been a lot better. Was very disappointed.

The Service was great, Sasha was my waiter in the bar and she was very nice. I had the Fagotelli, the sauce had a perfect balance, one of the best I ever had in Miami. Ambience perfect for a date night.

We were super excited to try this place out! We ordered a calzone and just wanted sauce and cheese. It came out with chicken on it which wouldn't be a problem except I'm vegetarian. He kindly was fixing the problem to us and I expressed again I just wanted cheese and sauce. Then he brought out a calzone with mushrooms onions zucchini. Which is fine but simply not what we ordered. I didn't want to say anything because I was honestly just super hungry so I ate the crust. The server was nice but that doesn't make the service good. I wouldn't come back or say this is a must stop in Miami. The other food my boyfriend got was really good. Wouldn't have been a problem but the order was simple and clear. Kinda mansplained a calzone to me too.

I literally never leave reviews, but this place was so bad I had to sign up for yelp just to let you all know to not go here. Service took forever, waiter would not check in with us to see if we wanted any more drinks or water. Food came in at different times for everyone. My wife didn't even receive her food until everyone had finished their entrees. All my wife ordered was a cacio e pepe, there is no excuse why it took an hour and a half for her to finally get her plate of just plain pasta with cheese and pepper. Appetizers came out cold, entrees came out cold. Pasta was flavorless. Their nutella pizza maybe had a teaspoon of actual nutella. Overall, they completely missed on single item that was ordered. Do not waste your money here. It's only a nice place to take pictures for instagram, if you're into that.

Food is good but service needs ALOT of work. Check in is in a weird spot if you're not coming in from hotel. Went a third time last week and waited at the hostess desk for 5 mins with no one in sight. We finally found her by the bar (far from the check in you're directed to). We were sat (by said hostess) but then had to flag down a server after 10-15 mins. At that point, the server who came over told us in a very annoyed manner that we had to be seated by a hostess. We explained that we had been and said server sighed and said he'd find out who our waiter was (no offer of water or anything). At this point we've been there about 20 mins with no water and no server. A woman dressed more as a hostess came over and chastised us for sitting on our own. We explained that we'd been sat by a hostess and without a word, then took our order. When the food arrived, it was great. Our third time there and food is always good. Their service however, needs major help. They also charge a "service fee" of (I think) 20% which two of 3 servers went out of their way to tell us is not a tip that goes to them. Odd. Turns out it's a tip "pot" for all the employees. Awkward when your server says it's not THEIR tip.