Strada in the Grove

STRADA in the Grove Restaurant offers a variety of Italian dishes, including pizzas, risottos, pastas, fish, chicken, meat, and salads. It has a terrace, allowing for outdoor dining. The atmosphere is pleasant, and the service is excellent.

This is my favorite Italian restaurant in Miami. The service here is amazing. Thanks to our server Gilson who was so nice to us yesterday. The food is absolutely delicious. I recommend the Pisco Pear, Polenta Frittata and the Porcini Pasta, it’s sooo creamy and tasty. Everything in the menu is to die for. The spot is wonderful a cute little corner in the heart of Coconut Grove. I’ll keep coming back over and over. ❤️

We have been customers of Strada for some time and absolutely loved the old location. We were excited to see they were moving across the street yet sad to see Farinelli go, we enjoyed both. I visited last Thursday for Happy hour and dinner. We were there for several hours ordering food and drinks (total bill $400+). I have to say although they did a lovely job with the decor of the new location, the food leaves much to be desired. Most of what we ate onsite was smaller pizzas and that was average at best. Prior to leaving we decided to order food to go, a lasagna and a Fig pizza from the regular menu. This was one of the most dissapointing food experiences I have had in a long time. I did not open the lasagna until we got home and as you can see in the picture this was very small, didn't have sauce and the presentation is not something you'd expect at a restaurant of this caliber. The pizza was average tasting and did not sit well with me. This is not what you'd expect from Strada nor any restaurant of this caliber. I have had better pizza and lasagna at my local pizza shop, for much less. With so much competition for dining in this area alone, this is the product you came back with? They may as well have left Farinelli if they were going to go with all look but no substance. Unfortunately, this new place did not live up to the expectation and we will not be returning. We had high hopes to be able to continue to enjoy one of our favorite places.

If you’re looking for a date night type of stop, this is it. Get your wallet ready as you’re paying a decent amount but for some great quality food. I had the truffle Parmesan pasta and I was cheesing to say the least. Inside is a bit tight but that’s how they keep the quality.

We have been patrons of Strada for many many years and were so pleased with the new venue. The restaurant is beautiful, the food was great but the bartenders Federico and Laura made it even better. They even made us a creative drink especially to tailored to our liking. Grazie bravissimo.

After making a reservation about four days before we dined at this restaurant I gad requested an indoor table. Once we arrived it was super hot outdoors we were told by the hostess that they had no tables indoors, she explained the website states that they cannot guarantee requests. Yes, correct, I did not see this but wouldn’t you think if you make a reservation ahead of time and make a request they can save that table. Doesn’t make much sense but the night was saved my Mariana, our lovely waitress who was so efficient even though she was so busy, the restaurant being packed. She was so much fun, took our orders correctly and always had a smile on her face. The food was delicious and we really enjoyed everything we ordered. I hope this restaurant takes into consideration when you make reservation request, it should be honored. The place was full of young people who really don’t mind being outdoors. We were a group of fun seniors, this should give us some consideration..

Food was absolutely delicious, amazing vibe, and great service from Gilson! Can’t wait to come back.

Very good Italian restaurant In the Grove area. In general the food is good with a great staff. The fried Calamari is a must for appetizers. Most of the pastas are very good. Look at the picture’s comments. The skirt steak was too salty and not tender enough for that price range. I will be back to taste some more things

A fantastic place in Coconut Grove, lovely location nestled in commodore street, different seating options: indoors, outdoors, patio. The service is attentive and fast The food is the best, I came by recommendation and try only the pasta in this visit Pappardelle Con Crema Di Porcini and Fettuccine Al Ragu, both plates came right and with exceptional flavor, stick to the Italian nonna recipe We enjoy entirely both dishes, portion right, beautiful presentation and delicious taste. We opted for the sparkling water service and also tried the tiramisu dessert, well prepared and presented. Expresso was creamy but a little bitter for my taste, overall gave a nice finish touch my desert Looking forward to come back Luckily they are relocating a across street due to lease expiration

WOW! I had done my research on Strada in the Grove because I was really craving carbonara and it did not disappoint! Every plate we had satisfied and exceeded my cravings! It's a small but very cute restaurant and the service was extremely quick given how busy they were. My husband and I came for our two year anniversary and had the following: 1. Carbonara 5/5 2. Fettuccine al Ragu 5/5 3. Polpette 5/5 i could have this 3x in one sitting lol 4. Al Pomodoro 5/5 extremely generous ! All and all we LOVED this place and can't wait to come back!

Great Italian spot in the Grove that's sadly closing temporarily and relocating due to the building not renewing their lease. My family had an awesome lunch here and enjoyed great service. We ordered 4 pastas, a salad, and the clams. We also finished the lunch off with an espresso afterwards because we were stuffed! Go check them out before they close!

We heard some good things so we decided to try it before they relocated. We made reservation online which was easy , we arrived early and hostess who is super friendly was able to accommodate us and seat us almost immediately. The dining room has a nice romantic feel, a good balance of lighting in being able to see but not too bright along with nice color scheme. Once seated the staff gave us menus immediately and asked if we wanted sparkling or normal water, then brought bread. The service was very good as the people assisting the waiter were friendly, with a smile and attentive. We ordered Tagliolini with Ragu which is their Bolognese sauce, they actually served Fettuccine but we didn't send it back because the pasta was cooked properly, the bolognese sauce was very good but needed more Bolognese sauce. We also order Pappardelle Con Crema Di Porcini, the pasta was also properly cooked, mushroom cream sauce which had excellent flavor just needed a little more sauce. For dessert the Tiramisu was very good.

I went to strata for a date and absolutely loved it. This small elegant modern restaurant looked cute to try and we weren't disappointed. We had started the date off with some meatballs and burrata. Wow the meat balls were just flavorful and the burrata was melting on my tongue, extremely fresh. I had order the bolognese for my main entree and was exactly what I was expecting in taste. Service was amazing. My only criticism is that once closing time hit it felt like the staff was hinting for us to leave; however we were 2/3 down with the bottle of wine and felt pressured to chug our drinks. Overall great place in the grove to try.

Tonight we were a party of 3. We were seated immediately on a Thursday night at 7:45 without a reservation. Offered a choice of indoor or outdoor seating. We chose inside. I always love when they leave the full bottles of water on the table so you never run out and you can serve yourself if thirsty. They still made it a point to constantly come around and refill our waters. We had the appetizer of the day which was the most amazing straciatella cheese with a drizzle of honey accompanied by prosciutto and crostini. The soup of the day was carrot just the way I like it, no dairy, no cream, just the . It was flavorful but not my favorite. By the time dinner came around we were all pretty full so everyone took leftovers home. Dinner: Salmon a la ginger. Again, not my favorite. It was just ok. For a ginger salmon it lacked in ginger flavor. The slaw on top of the salmon made it look unappetizing. The potatoes au gratin were just awful. They lacked crunch, we're extremely greasy and tasted like butter. The best part of the entree was the broccoli rabe which had plenty of flavor. Spaghetti and meatballs. Although it tasted homemade the meatballs were just ok Pappardelle porcini with truffle was delicious. Light for a pasta with the perfect amount of sauce and flavor.

Strada at The Grove is a culinary haven for Italian food lovers. Their authentic dishes take you straight to Italy. The ambiance strikes the perfect balance between relaxed and upscale, making it a versatile spot. The attentive service adds to the experience, and their wine selection is a journey through Italy's finest. If you're seeking an Italian food adventure, Strada is a must-visit. Your taste buds will thank you!

Treat yourself to fantastic food in an easy manner. Loved this Italian spot for a tasty, enjoyable lunch with friends in Coconut Grove. The specials they offer will make your tastebuds joyful. The mussels were big, the bread and oil perfect for the setting, the farro salad and octopus were both more than expected. Service was on point and the lunch was a perfect start to our weekend in Miami! We will recommend and plan to return on another visit to the area

This pasta experience was really good. Located in the heart of Coconut Grove, this restaurant is nicely tucked on semi-quiet street. They do have outdoor seating available and the indoor seating is cozy although spacious. The wait staff was friendly and the food came out hot and fresh. I booked an early reservation immediately at opening for dinner, so the service was good. Easily one of my top 5 pasta experiences on the East Coast. The food itself was very fresh and delicious. The tomato and cheese sauces had very authentic flavors. You can always tell when pasta noodles are made fresh in-house and this pasta certainly was. Everything was served hot. The appetizers also were delicious. I ordered the risotto balls and fried calamari which were exceptional. An overall very good experience and one which will draw me to return the next time I visit Miami Beach.

Going the whole 5 STARS for this sweet little gem of an authentic Italian restaurant right in the heart of Coconut Grove on Commodore Plaza, an absolutely quaint little tree-lined side street with restaurants and shops on both sides. All I have to say is GO HERE. (Okay, well I'll say more below but that's the gist!) Funny backstory - prior to our trip down to Miami, I booked dinner at another place in the Grove, Amal. I had read raves about Amal in an online article and loved the pics of the interior decor. This was going to be our one "get dressed up, fancy dinner" of our trip. The day before, I reviewed the menu, saw the INSANE prices for entrees and got cold feet! I didn't know if I would be able to find and make reservations for an alternate place in the Grove with such short notice so I went on OpenTable and read reviews on Yelp and, voila! Strada was the winner! GREAT DECISION. Parking: don't panic. :) Street parking is everywhere. Might not be right before your eyes, but troll around and you'll find something. I would recommend going off the main roads, down the side streets. Patience is a virtue as they say - come a bit early and give yourself time to find something. You might need to walk a block or two or three to the restaurant. Strada in the Grove was the vibe and feel I was looking for. I liked the pics I saw in Yelp and OpenTable and liked how quaint the place was inside, in person. The dinner entrees we had were O. M. G. soooooo amazingly good. And the service by Raul was delightful and spot on - very attentive, friendly and sweet. :) It was obvious to us, being out-of-towners, that this place has the seal of approval from locals. We arrived for our reservations at 7PM on a Wed night - the place was still empty which surprised us. But by the time we left an hour later, the place was packed and buzzing. If you see the interior pics, the tables are a bit closer together than I typically like (I dislike being so close to a table that I feel like I'm listening to their convo or they're listening to mine) - but at Strada, it didn't bother me because as the place gets busy, the noise helps to drown out the quiet. And besides, the ambience of this place gives off what I would imagine a quaint little restaurant in a small Italian town to be like. They seated us at a 2 top right at the front window - best table in the house! They served us a complimentary bread basket with a plate of olive oil for dipping. We asked for parm cheese which they accommodated (giving us a generous helping) and we added a shake of salt and freshly ground pepper. We ordered a drink each - a glass of draft Peroni $8 and a glass of Sauvignon Blanc Mohua $16. THE MENU IS EXTENSIVE. LOADS TO CHOOSE FROM. SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. For dinner, we had the Pappardelle con Crema di Porcini $28 and Rigatoni all'Amatriciana $26. Housemade pasta. Delicious. Flavorful. Quantity ingredients were apparent. Creatively put together. Pasta perfectly al dente. Beautifully plated and presented. Portion sizes were decent and both dishes were filling - to the point we didn't have room for dessert (unfortunately). Need I say more? Actually, the one nit that I agree with another reviewer about is the $1.50 charge on the bill, unbeknownst to us, for "Vero Water." Is that what the other reviewer says is water service? We requested regular tap water. Bottom line, it's a line item that I bet they find no one questions when they get the bill. It's a small enough charge. A clever "ploy"? At the same time, why add a $1.50 charge? Seems petty when we all know restaurants have also been increasing their prices pretty regularly since covid. :( If you're visiting Miami, YOU MUST VISIT COCONUT GROVE. Stroll the streets, do some shopping, head down to the water, have a frozen drink at Monty's, HAVE A MEAL AT STRADA. Worth renting a car to explore the other areas around S Miami - downtown, Bayside, the Design District, Key Biscayne. We stayed in Miami Beach and were a 30 min drive from all of these places. If you're feeling adventurous, take a day trip down to the Keys - even all the way down to Key West (3 hr drive) to witness the incredible sunset. Totally worth it. I digress. :) STRADA IS ALL THAT. We have found our go-to place in the Grove.

Stopped by for a late lunch this past Sunday. We didn't have a reservation and we were quickly seated. Our server was super sweet and attentive, A+ service! The ambiance was nice, cozy, comfortable, and not too loud. I had their lemonade which was amazing! Nothing like a fresh squeezed drink to break down the carbs. LOL. Highly recommend the mussels, meatballs, & the lamb flatbread, I've had nothing like that before, super unique!

Second or third time. I think in CG, this is the best bargain for your buck for Italian. Nice fresh selection of pasta. you don't feel Like you're getting ripped off as in so Many other CG restaurants. We'll be back. I think they have a limited selection of beer & wine. Please check & correct me if I'm wrong.

We went to celebrate my sons birthday. The ambience was spot on, the wine list extensive and delicious. The pasta(Paradelle,Gnocchi, Fettucine Alfredo we all felt was good but not great. Chocolate mousse crazy rich and delicious, the biscotti, ok. Recommendation would be a bit of warm bread on the table with the pasta. I would like to return for the burrata and glass of red wine.

This was such a last minute reservation, but it ended up being 10/10. The service was great, the food was so tasty and had a great portion size. The flavor..... was wow. The ambience was romantic, we were able to talk and eat calmly and good lighting. I will be coming back soon.

Time and time again I order the best appetizer in Miami!! Along w a bunch of other yummy dishes ofcourse. My fave app is the Polenta e Fonduta. It's grilled or pan fried polenta sticks on a bed of the most delicious cheese fondue ever served in a cast iron skillet. You want to like the skillet. Super yum paninis, pastas, wine section and the cutest, authentic Italian ambiance too. They have a private back patio which is quiet and has lush landscaping.

Excellent experience. The server was extremely helpful. Believe his name was Raul. Very fresh food and delicious. Everything we tried was amazing and they're super flexible with your order which is great. Very nice place and clean. We'll be going back for sure to try more. The calamari from my photo was 5stars alone!

There's so much to say about this little spot here in Coconut Grove. I was taken by a friend to celebrate my birthday, and I have to say the food was absolutely spectacular. There was not one thing I had that was not absolutely amazing and I have to say that I will definitely be back. Specials were amazing. The dessert was amazing and the entrées were extremely tasteful.

Great ambience with indoor and outdoor seating. We had reservations and were promptly seated. The service was excellent. It is a great Italian neighborhood restaurant worth visiting.

Had never visited but it was recommended by a friend so I thought I'd give it a try. (I've also seen Erik Spoelstra, coach of the Miami Heat eat here once so I figured hey-- it has to be good, right?). Short story: yes, it's good. Really good. Nice options available -- from pasta, to salad, to fish. You can choose what suits your palate. I ordered the Fettuccine al Ragu and it was fantastic. I'm a huge eater and was worried about portion size but it hit the spot. Did I mention they include bread to start of the meal? And it's fire. Service was solid. One comment is that even though we made a reservation, we still had to wait ~15 mins to be seated. And we saw other people who ostensibly didn't have reservations (with relatively same size group) get seated before us. It wasn't until we pointed that out that we were seated. Would hope that in the future they prioritize those who make reservations in advance. Especially in Miami summer heat/humidity! Would for sure consider returning.

Nice place and not expensive , the food was good although no wow factor here , same as must Italian restaurants, the olives however where a nice and new surprise to the old food , the service was spotless and the ambiance was nice and low key , this is a good place and will be coming back .

Will not return, THEY CHARGE FOR WATER SERVICE!!! Food isn't out anything out of the ordinary. Desserts were the best thing we ate.

I have been coming to Strada for years. The food is always delicious and the staff is so friendly. They have specials along with their menu that has countless options. In addition, I have a food allergy and the staff always reassures me that they take it very seriously which always makes me me feel so much better about eating out. I ate the Cacio e Pepe which was a special. 1 word: WOW. Truthfully so delicious. The sauce was perfectly cheesy and the pasta came in a little cheese basket that was soo yummy. I always love pairing my dish with wine as they have great options. I would recommend Strada if you're looking for a nice date night option or a family dinner. Looking forward to my next visit!

Very pleasant experience. You know that family vibe you get from a small Italian restaurant? Well that's what you'll get here. The staff was on top of everything, attentive, and friendly. The food was very good and nothing disappointed. I usually find arancini to be boring or meh. The arancini here was the best I've had in a very long time.

Strada was an exceptional experience in every way. The service was top tier & the food was delicious!! I made reservations just to be safe & I'd recommend doing so since it was pretty packed on a weekday. Ordered a bottle of rose & some truffle fries to start. I love a thick fry so I thought they were awesome. In order of favorite plates: the daily special rib eye, the daily special mahi mahi, fettuccini Al Ragu & lastly the ravioli d'aragosta. I personally ordered the ravioli- what I didn't like was that you could still feel the shell of the shrimp in the stuffing of the ravioli so there were some crunchier bites. Other than that, the sauce was delicious. Thankfully the portions are sooo big that we were all able to share. For dessert we enjoyed the panna cotta which comes in a mason jar and a ramekin of fruit puree. I enjoyed that it was not too sweet or overpowering. I highly recommend this dessert if you're looking for something light & creamy. Overall I would definitely visit again!!! Definitely higher end coconut grove pricing but it was really delicious food!

Good vibes..... friendly service.... Food was very good. Indoor and out seating is available.

We visited Strada for Father's Day, we had a reservation and were seated immediately. The hostess as well as the staff greeted us upon arrival. It was like a WELCOME committee, very friendly staff. Gilbert was our server, very polite, thorough and attentive to detail. We started with the carpaccio, light and refreshing. Thinly sliced raw tuna fillet, diced avocado, black dried olives and citrus. Mains: the pasta of the day was a ravioli stuffed with spinach and ricotta, deliciously topped with Prosciutto! Rich and creamy but not overly dense. We also had the Cacio e pepe. The pasta is basically "cheese and pepper" but the presentation on the parmesano crisp basket and perfectly al dente took me back to Rome. We finished our dinner with the Biscotti con Vin Santo & Zabaglione Cream as well as the tiramisu, just the perfect finish. We will definitely return to Strada!

SOOO GOOD!! we started with the Ossobucco crostini which was delicious! definitely heavy on the cheese which like who doesn't love that!? but the meat flavor was savory & delicious. we also ordered the fried calamari & mussels which both were super tasty! & the truffle fries were bomb af! we had a few glasses of red wine- their wine selection was amazing. small restaurant inside & outside but definitely a chill/intimate vibe. 10/10 recommend!

I have been recently ordering strata on the grove for take out. I once ordered the pink pasta another Mushroom tagliatelle, rice balls, cheese plate, and chocolate mousse rigatoni in pink sauce - not enough sauce mushroom tagliatelle - not enough sauce and a little bland in flavor Crab ravioli- this was delicious but I wish they gave more sauce Rice balls- appreciated the saffron rice, although I have not had any rice balls with saffron. Mousse- delicious aglio olio - good, but simple. At this point for me it's a 3. I don't crave it and it's not mind blowing but it's often available for delivery so I order it. As a native New Yorker from Staten Island, growing up in an Italian population I find comfort in more of an American Italian style which might be my bias. Either way I'd go here in person to see what the buzz is about before I decide to look another way

Service was impeccable and restaurant is clean. Pasta is delicious! I will definitely come back for more!

OMG I loved this place! I saw the reviews on Yelp/Google and knew it would be the perfect place for a nice, comfortable work dinner. The ambiance reminded me of being in the Mediterranean, it was relaxing, romantic, trendy, and sexy. The bowl shaped lamps hanging from the ceiling gave the place a nice, dim lighting, and the doors that opened up to the sidewalks outside gave the restaurant this friendly 'come on in and enjoy our food' feeling. The light wooden paneling floors, the wooden chairs, the chalkboard hanging from the wall behind the bar outlining the wines by the glass, and beach themed decorations all reminded me of the Greek Isles. In addition to the ambiance, which had me feeling like I was on vacation, the service, food and drinks were all spot on. The minute we arrived, they happily welcomed us and sat us down at an open table on a Monday evening around 7:15. The place was fairly quiet. The waiter asked if we would like any drinks and said I could sample as many wines as I liked. (He clearly didn't know me!) The wines by the glass menu was pretty legit overall (about 8 different wines) for white and red. I went with a lovely Albarino. Midway through our meal I noticed the place was packed! Unexpected for a Monday evening! In any case, the food was spectacular. The lightly fried green olives stuffed with Gorgonzola cheese was one of the best starters I have ever had. I need to have these again. The burrata was very tasty too, fresh cheese with tomatoes, and anchovies on the side. We also ordered a raw tuna dish that had a very unique profile. For dinner I had the angliotti in a butter sage sauce. It was just the right amount of food for me, nice flavor profile and not too filling. The wait staff was very hospitable overall, the food was delicious (all of us were satisfied) and we didn't have to spend boat loads of money either! Classes of wine for $11, that's amazing! My coworkers were all very impressed as was I. I hope to be back again soon!

Great food. Service too. We ordered and food took a little longer then expected but came out great. The wait to get a table was longer so will make reservations next time. Pasta is definitely fresh here.

Excellent service and food! Went for my dad's birthday and he couldn't be happier with the selection. He got the salmon which was tender and tasted amazing. I also highly recommend the fettuccine al ragu, the meatballs and the bruschetta classica.

After many recommendations, I decided to try out Strada with some friends, and it did not disappoint! This Italian hidden gem in Coconut grove has a vintage yet contemporary ambiance. Very cozy and good for a date or for a chill night with friends. Can't wait to come back soon! For drinks, we ordered a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon Robert Hall, Paso Robles, and a glass of Sauvignon Blanc, Tohu, New Zealand. Both very good choices. Food: - Crostoni Classica (bread bruschetta with mozzarella & tomato) - Carpaccio Strada (raw beef fillet with avocado & baby arugula ) - Arancini (fried risotto balls & comes with tomato sauce) - Frittura di calamari e Zucchini (fried calamaries, a big bowl but perfect to share!) this was our favorite appetizer - Ravioli d'Aragosta (filled with shrimp & crab and comes with a delicious lobster sauce) this was our favorite dish - Pappardelle con Crema di Porcini (comes with the best truffle mushroom sauce) - Agnolotti di Zucca al Burro e Salvia (with pumpkin, it's a sweat pasta but super good!) Dessert: - Cannoli (small & delicious filled with pastry dough) - Panna cotta (Italian dessert diary based with gelatin & comes with berry compote)

I met a friend for dinner at Strada for a weeknight bite. We arrived with a reservation at their opening and were sat Inside, super cute little place. I had read some other reviews and had some menu ideas. We started with the polpette, and amarone wine. The meatballs arrived (3) with 2 squares of baked polenta. The meatballs were good but the polenta wasn't even warm and was dry- I would give a 3/5 for this dish. My friend ordered the amatriciana and I ordered a special of carbonara. Her dish was good she said she added red pepper flakes and parm, my carbonara tasted like egg it wasn't good and wouldn't recommend it. For dessert we had the crème brûlée and it was perfect. Our server was very nice, didn't rush us and was attentive. He was 5/5!

Such a great Italian restaurant! The inside is decorated very cute & the outside as well! The food was outstanding, wine & dessert were delicious as well! The crab cake, rosemary bread, lobster ravioli, & panna cotta were must haves!

I absolutely love this place. I've been here multiple times and every time it amazes me. Some of my fav and must haves are the mushroom pasta, and the lobster raviolis. This time that I went I wanted to step outside of my comfortability box and I ordered the cacio e Pepe, and my mom ordered the carbonara. They were absolutely amazing, the cheesiness of the cacio e pepe was perfect and the taste was to die for. The carbonara sauce was perfect as well not eggy like some places. For appetizers we ordered the oysters, bruschetta, and a small board of cut meats that we were able to pick. We celebrated my boyfriends birthday here and the service was great. I love the intimate feel of strada and will always come back!!

It's a classy place with great service. The wine menu (WBTG) is decent for Italian food (not the normal suspects of most Miami horrible wine lists). The bread is great and the spaghetti was okay (a little too salty for my taste). The most impressive part is you pay the bill by QR code so you can split it any way you like. A simple concept yet genius (we haven't seen this elsewhere). Good for lunch with friends.

Went on a Friday night with last minute reservations through OpenTable. Reese sat in the rear garden area and it was nice despite the hot days. They have a few big fans out there. The food was very good. Really enjoyed the Calamari and the Pappardelle con Crema di Porcini. There's a good selection of reasonably priced wines. Service was good although a little bit slow at the end.

This amazing Italian restaurant is right in coconut grove. The food is authentic and delicious, you can't go wrong with anything you order. The staff was so friendly and helpful, offering great recommendations for plates and appetizers. I love the feeling of a small/intimate Italian restaurant because it really makes me feel like I'm back in Italy. Highly recommend this restaurant!

Was invited to dinner here by some friends for my birthday and it was a very enjoyable and exquisite experience. The restaurant is small and quaint with a very nice ambience. it is is great for a romantic date or small group. The menu had a very nice variety which made it challenging to choose what to have. We tried the mussels as an appetizer and the Frutti de Mar as the main course and both were delicious! The service was great. Our server Frank was very nice and made our dining experience enjoyable. Definitely recommend if you are looking for a nice dining spot in the grove. Bon Appetite!

A perfect hidden gem in the grove. Excellent service, excellent food, beautiful restaurant and vibe. Fantastic for large parties, business dinners, or date night. We celebrated our boyfriends' birthdays, and the service to ensure they felt celebrated went above and beyond. We started with burrata and a heavy-bodied red recommended by our waiter for the table, then everyone ordered a pasta dish. Would absolutely come back!

We set our reservation through open table and it worked. We arrived a little before our 7:30pm reservation and were sat immediately. Server was attentive, knowledgeable and kind. We ordered a bottle of wine and ordered the specials. Both were good, not excellent. I ordered a 12 sirloin on risotto, the glaze of dates and rum was delicious but the steak came out in two pieces. One piece was overcooked but still good. My girl ordered the mahi-mahi again good but not excellent. Normally with a fillet you can touch it with your fork and it breaks apart. This needed a knife to cut and was dry. We told the server about it. Overall we got a romantic window table as requested. The wine selection was very good and wine we selected was really good. The sides on specials were delicious. Just not the main course of the specials. We want to come back and try different dishes. We may have caught them on an odd evening as these things happen.

Great Father's Day lunch in the Grove. The restaurant was packed but all staff wore masks. The food was great. Veal scallopini with mushrooms and chicken paillard - both served with garlicky green beans and delicious potato grain with lots of sage. This place always serves great meals and the staff is helpful and friendly.

This restaurant was an amazing place for dinner! Our waiter was so kind and helpful, gave us great recommendations for the food and the appetizer, entrees, and dessert were all delicious! Recommend getting the gnocchi for dinner and the tirimisu for dessert. Also nice places close by to walk around after dinner!

Food was excellent including Branzino and meatball appetizer!!!! Desserts are great too!! Service excellent! Need reservations.

I'm obsessed with their pasta. I love coming here every time I crave truffle pasta. Staff is friendly, outside has cozy vibes. I would have given 4 stars because I feel like it could use some work aesthetically but the food just makes up for it. I do feel bad that I usually only see 1 waiter in the outside area even when it's full. But he is very fast and efficient.

A complete dining experience is measured not only by how a food taste but of the environment, professionalism, and presence that a restaurant brings. Many places get 1 or 2 of these things right but rarely do we see a restaurant just get it all right. Well, Strada in the Grove did and flawlessly. We made a reservation ahead of time for a party of 8 for a small celebration. My friend was planning on using this venue for her bridal shower in the near future and what better way to experience it than to actually dine there. The moment I stepped into the restaurant I was immediately blown away. The interior designing was impeccable and the feel of the restaurant was homey and warm yet bold. I know sounds super weird but hear me out. It felt like the place you can have an intimate date with a loved one, or brings friends to reminisce of all the good times type of vibe. But alright now onto the highlight of the night, LE FOOD. I started off with a plate of calamari, and the presentation for this dish was beautiful. The calamari itself was extra crunchy, mixed in with a wrapped lemon so you don't get seeds on your calamari, and a side of this white sauce that I was consistently drowning each bite in. After much debating on what I should have as my main dish I settled on the Filet Mignon... WOWOWOWOW The meat was extremely tender, bathe in this mushroom sauce that will bring tears to the mightiest of men, and a manchego cheese risotto(Yes you read that right, MANCHEGO) that was the absolute show stopper. Overall, incredible experience and I will definitely be back soon. -The Fashionable Foodie

My co-workers and I recently came here for a friend's farewell lunch and was completely impressed with my meal. I heard many praises regarding the food, service, and atmosphere, all of it is true to the point. We made reservations before going since this is currently one of the few lunch options left in the Grove. I decided to order the lunch special which came with an appetizer, entree and one dessert. For starter I ordered the Salmon Tartare, which was very fresh and tasty with a touch of a garlic based oil sauce smeared on the bottom. For the main entree I choose the baked fish fillet with tomato based sauce and salad. The fish was baked nicely with the right of amount moist and flakiness, while the salad was simple mixture of greens made it a nice companion. For dessert we order the chocolate mousse with a side of blueberry preserve. It was good, but i have had better mousses, but still a very good cap to a delicious meal. The exterior of the restaurant is very peaceful and homey, while the waiters were very helpful as well as detailed with all the options on the menu.

Strada in the Grove is seriously underrated! They have amazing food all day, great ambience right in Coconut Grove, and friendly staff. I've been for both brunch and dinner and there was plenty of seating indoor and outside on the sidewalk! They also have a large selection of wine, as it's a wine bar, and great Italian food! I ordered the Pappardelle con Crema di Porcini ($18) and a glass of Cabernet ($10) and bread for the table. The bread wasn't amazing so I was worried but the pasta was delicious!! We ordered the Creme Brulee & Chocolate Mousse for the table and they were perfect! Everyone in my party enjoyed their meals and were confused why we were among the few eating here for dinner on a Saturday night! They take reservations which is a good idea with a large group or later dining and there is parking available down the street