Vero Italian

Such a cute, authentic spot in the neighborhood! When the waitress greeted us with a heavy Italian accent we automatically knew we were in for a treat. The food was all freshly prepared and incredibly tasty. The eggplant appetizer was a standout on its own. Tip: save the bread to dip in the sauce!

I absolutely LOVED this place! The service was impeccable, the food’s delicious, the ambience was cozy and romantic. We ordered the Bruschetta with Burrata. The B was so creamy! I had the Bucatini A' matriciana, just the right amount of spicy 😋 My date had the lasagna which was extra cheesy and a hearty portion. Looking forward to visiting again!

Hidden Gem! Been meaning to check this place out for a while and so glad we did! The ambiance is lovely and the food incredibly fresh and authentic. If chicken could be steak, their Pollo alla Pizziola would be filet. So juicy, melt in your mouth, explosion of flavor. The staff was extremely friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back.

AMAZING. We got the Carbonara, amatriciana, truffle gnocchi, seafood pasta, traditional 3 plate pasta, bread and dip (I forgot the name) , tiramisu & limoncello gelato. Can’t complain about anything. Everything tasted Just like Italy , service was exceptional, super cute place, friendly staff. 100% authentic food made and cooked there. Fresh pasta & sauce. By far the best Italian food I have had in Miami.

Ordered the bread basket, Caesar salad, lobster ravioli, squid ink pasta and last but certainly not least the amazing lemon custard tart dessert! EVERYTHING was great and service was very attentive! Would highly recommend. I definitely plan on bringing visitors here for good Italian in the city!

Are hotel concierge‘s recommend this restaurant, it’s a family run business and it was delicious. Victoria gave excellent service and recommendations the tiramisu was creative and unique served in a flower pot with fresh mint! I would definitely come here again I highly recommend Vero.

This place looked amazing in the reviews, but save yourself from dining in. The staff was attentive, and they really tried. The food was horrible. It was super salty and unauthentic. The bolognese was super greasy. I wanted to add sausage to one of the pasta dishes, and they gave me boiled sausage on the side. My glass of wine was hot. I really wanted to give this place a try, but it was horrible. I'm sorry to leave a review like this.

Great authentic Italian food! You would never know it's in the heart of downtown, however you don't feel like you are in downtown when you are there. Everything I have tried there has been delicious!!! My favorite so far the lamb ravioli which were a special of the day. Hope I can try them again sometime soon. They also have a good some selection and very friendly staff. It won't disappoint!

Vero Italian è un autentico ristorante italiano nel cuore del centro. Una volta che sarai pronto a degustare un assortimento squisito di sapori in pasta fatta in casa e vini eccellenti. La caratteristica distintiva di questo posto è senza dubbio il suo affascinante menu. Mentre sfogliavamo per decidere cosa ordinare, il tavolo accanto a noi ha scelto un dolce tiramisù che sembrava assolutamente fenomenale. Non solo sembrava invitante, ma giudicando dall'espressione deliziosa sul viso del bambino, apparentemente aveva anche un sapore migliore. Delizioso! Beh, pazienza. Vero Italian is an authentic Italian restaurant in the heart of downtown. Once you are ready to taste an exquisite assortment of flavors in homemade pasta and excellent wines. The standout feature of this place is undoubtedly its captivating menu. While perusing to decide what to order, the table next to us selected a tiramisu dessert that appeared absolutely phenomenal. Not only did it look inviting, but judging by the delightful expression on the bambino's face, it seemingly tasted even better. Delicious! Oh well!

Had dinner at Vero with a group of 10 colleagues last week...here are our thoughts: The not-so-great ambiance started things off on a bad note. The restaurant had a terrible smell (not food related) and wasn't very clean. The bathroom was absolutely filthy. We sat upstairs in a private room which was nice but honestly the smell was just worse up there. Service was rocky at best. There appeared to be one waitress for the entire restaurant. She was nice but also stretched very thin. It took FOREVER to place an order for drinks, appetizers, and food took 2 HOURS to get to us. She later told us this was because of a stove issue in the kitchen but why not tell us that in advance so we weren't waiting interminably? We could have gone elsewhere. Also, appetizers came with dinner so what was the point of ordering those? Food itself wasn't too good...my pasta was super al dente and almost inedible. The side of roasted potatoes was partially burned. Complimentary bread was tasteless. Others enjoyed their lasagna and other pasta dishes but someone said their dish was overly salted so things weren't too consistent. Sorry I don't have good things to say about Vero when so many other Yelpers do! But truly this was a terrible experience and I'm being generous with the two stars.

The best Italian restaurant in Miami! The food is amazing. They have a whole vegan menu with many vegan options to choose from. Their homemade garlic cream is to die for and it's completely vegan. Their pastas are so delicious and filling. Our server was great as well. We definitely had a great time here and will come again soon.

I absolutely LOVED this place! The service was impeccable, the food's delicious, the ambience was cozy and romantic. We ordered the Bruschetta with Burrata. The B was so creamy! I had the Bucatini A' matriciana, just the right amount of spicy My date had the lasagna which was extra cheesy and a hearty portion. Looking forward to visiting again!

We walked seven blocks to have dinner here on May 14 at 620pm and no one was there. YELP hours showed they should've been open. Completely locked up. This is in a part of town where almost all of the buildings around it are abandoned. If you wish to eat here I would call before hand to make sure they are open.

Lovely ambiance, extremely kind and accommodating staff, and phenomenal food. I wasn't sure what to expect when I walked in but I was blown away by the food. I ordered the gnocchi and can't stop thinking about it! I felt like I was back in Italy with the bright and fresh flavors.

Vero Italian has a cool ambiance that kind of brings you to a different time. The staff was friendly and professional and the food was good. If you are in the Miami, Florida area and craving Italian food, this is an overall good place to head towards.

The best authentic Italian in Miami! Pricing and portions are perfect, the ambiance of the half indoor half outdoor space, and the amazing service makes this place a MUST try. 1 con: because the chef is actually Italian he will not make changes to any dishes to preserve the authenticity of the cuisine. We tried to add chicken to the truffle gnocchi, but were still highly satisfied with the dish as it was. Some favs of ours were the ravioli, any gnocchi, and the deconstructed cannoli + tiramisu

This is my go to place and the food never fails to impress. The service is also really good. It was a busy night as it was Valentines Day, we asked that both meals be boxed and only received one, when they realized what happened they actually went back and cooked a whole new entree to bring home free of charge. I would like to say they did this just for us because we come often but I don't think the server ever waited on us before so this is just the type of place it is. I will continue to keep coming back. The vibe is just that chill and we love it

Okay this place is definitely authentic italian! Everything is made from scratch and great. The pesto had a great sauce. The red pasta was too salty for my taste and while the pasta was al dente, my plate - red sauce- was TOO al dente. However, it does show promise and i will want to come back to try more dishes.

On a recent birthday trip to Miami my family and I visited Vero for my birthday dinner. The restaurant was decorated very nice and provided an intimate atmosphere that would be great for a date night. The waiter was very attentive and provided great service and many free cocktails to me to celebrate my birthday which was very nice of him to do. The food was delicious and authentic. Servings were large so definitely had a to go box. I would definitely visit again when I'm back in the area.

Great spot for authentic Italian food! Came here for Valentine's Day and it was decorated cute and had a few specials for the day. It's a cozy restaurant nice for friends or a date night. We had the bruschetta and beef carpaccio to start. The bruschetta was so fresh and the bread seemed homemade too. The beef carpaccio was my least favorite thing as it didn't have much flavor and the beef was not cut thinly so was hard to cut/eat. The Parmesan on top was great quality though. Also would have been better if it came with a cracker or bread to eat with it. For the main we had the spicy bucatini pasta which was sooooo flavorful with just the right amount of spice we could not stop eating it. It also seems like the menu changes per season/availability. The service was great as the waitress was helpful and friendly and the food was coursed at a good pace. My only other complaint was the wine selection. It was hard to read the different wines on their online menu and didn't have a physical wine list. They didn't have any Cabernet Sauvignon and the bottles were pretty pricey but good Italian wines. This will be my go to spot for pasta now!

great great service, the best pasta dish I've ever had. Starting off with the complimentary bread, the bruschetta, and the pasta made completely fresh. We sat outside, beautiful, and we watched as the chef cooked our dishes. Will definitely be coming back !

Vero Italian is a small, unassuming place in downtown Miami that we walked up to for dinner on a Saturday night. We came here due to the high reviews and thus had high expectations. We arrived at 7:30 pm and were only able to sit outside since the inside was supposedly fully booked for the rest of the night. Since it was the middle of summer, at least a small breeze would have been nice - the fans didn't help much. 20 minutes after we sat, everyone who came in with no reservation was able to sit inside, we were the only party seated outside. While perusing the 17 page menu, we were being bitten by mosquitos under the table. I had a moment of which I contemplated whether to run to the nearest CVS or not for mosquito repellent. Before I knew it, our waitress brought us mosquito spray, which was very thoughtful. We started with a margarita pizza. Light, airy, fluffy... sauce was smooth, not too acidic. Overall was the highlight of the meal. After our appetizer-sized pizza, it took about an hour to receive our main courses, the Ragu Bolognese and the Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli. The ravioli was crunchy (we're they left on the stove too long?) and the bolognese had a layer of oil on the sauce (maybe a fatty ground beef was used?) Since we waited so long for the food and were sweating, we tried to eat as much as we could stomach. Not sure about the rest of the reviews here but maybe it was an off-night for them. To their credit they gave us a free glass of Prosecco and adjusted the bill a little but we didn't enjoy our selves and won't be returning.

I've dined here twice and it's always warm, tasty and their service is authentic Italian! There service speed could improve a bit but I get it they're cooking high quality Italian food. The atmosphere is quaint, warm, cozy and safe. They are vegan friendly! The prices are fair and reasonable.

Looking for a quant Italian eatery off the beaten path in Miami? Vero Italian has you covered. With an extensive wine list, they have a vino for every level of wine aficionado. On a recent visit for work, Vero played host to our Staff/Board Meeting. Though a little understaffed, they did awesomely with my parties orders. While here I had the lambchops and roasted potatoes. Very delicious to the last bite! The accurate name for my dish appears in my photo caption. Will definitely visit again!

What a cute place! Loved the outdoor space. Doesn't feel like you're in downtown Miami. The service was great. Felt like a traditional Italian restaurant. Akin to a mom and pop kitchen. So food takes a little longer to come out, but you can't rush greatness. And the food was just that. I had the rigatoni carbonara (in-house made rigatoni) and my friend had lobster ravioli. There wasn't a morsel left on either of our plates. My one reservation about this place is the amount of mosquitoes while you're dining (outside). We were given some repellent when we asked for maybe citronella candles. (As a last ditch effort because truly we were being eaten up.) The waitstaff knew exactly why we asked and provided repellent right away. After that we were fine.

This is the best gluten free food I have ever had. In any country. They import their gf pizza crusts and they are the angel food cake of pizza.

Wow wow wow, man this was such a miss and we're pissed. Walked in on a Sunday night for dinner with the family, the decor is tacky as it gets, cute place but was gotti with gold placemats and accents. The server was nice, but she notified us she was alone that night, but seeing there was only 3 other groups eating we figured no worries. So we sat for about 30 minutes there before getting asked what we wanted to drink. Got our waters, then another 30 minutes for my beer. Then 15 later we got asked for our order, we ordered ragu bolognes, and my wife ordered gnocchi, the lady who spoke no english only spanish suggested florentina style for my wife who didnt know what that was? turned out it was just a shit load of cheese and gnocchi. we wait 20 mins later at this point we been there for 1.5 hours, and she decides to bring us bread. Mind you everyone else is getting their meals, and eating. after 2 hours we get our god awful SHITTY food, literally awful. No flavor, small portion, just the absolute worst least impressive pasta dishes we have had in a long while. we paid 83 dollars for 2 pastas and 1 beer. THIS PLACE SUCKS, please dont fall for these insane reviews, the place is so bad, we will avoid it like the plague and tell peoiple to never come here. SUCKS SUCKS SUCKS

Wonderful service from Marcell. We had the spaghetti arrabbiata and the penne bolognese. Excellent flavor

We ordered eggplant parm and to say it was glacial is an understatement. Not only did it move incredibly slow from the kitchen to our table, but when it finally arrived it was ice cold. After waiting all night for our waitress we looked at the check only to find out we were over charged for our wine. When we asked to have it corrected she proceeded to say sure then charge the card for the wrong amount anyway. So not only did we eat nasty food but we also got robbed. Oh and the waitresses started fighting in front of us. I've found more authentic Italian food on the shelf of Whole Foods. Won't be back.

Walked in at 10pm on a Sunday night. The place was pretty empty and I asked if my son and I could sit at the bar to eat. I was told that they were full and aren't serving food, and just told no. No other options. No wait time. Just 'no, we're full'. Odd for an empty restaurant.

As an Italian food lover, this place was the biggest disappointment in my history of eating out EVER. We had a party of 7 with a reservation at 5:30. They sat us promptly and gave us fresh bread which was yummy. We ordered the bruschetta Pomodoro and caprese mozzarella for an appetizer. Both were fine. The problem we had was with entrees. Our waitress literally recited the whole menu to us and helped us pick out items we all ordered. My mom, father, sister and niece and her bf all received their meals and finished them while my husband and I never got our entrees. We just assumed they realized what was happening bc there is no way you could serve the majority of the table and not realize you missed two people...we saw them looking at us and talking so thought maybe they realized. Finally they started clearing plates- I told my husband, what if they think we received our food and it's been cleared already bc our waitress or anyone for that fact came to check on us/refill water. I finally asked if they were gonna bring our food, or not at all...the guy looked baffled. It was about another 30 minutes and still no food. So I just asked for check. They apologized offered 40% off and told us they felt bad and wanted to send the food with us, that it would be ten minutes. We agreed bc we genuinely didn't know what we were gonna eat. We waited another 20 minutes...nothing. I told my husband we better ask or we could be sitting for another hour and we hadn't eaten since breakfast since we were waiting for fam to get in. We asked, and again they were baffled. I think they genuinely didn't remember what we ordered and never asked again to make it right. The icing on the cake- We were automatically charged gratuity bc our party size - even though they completely failed to serve two of us. I couldn't tell you if it's authentic Italian bc I never tried the dish. I will tell the hotel we stayed at to remove them from their recommended list. We ended up having to get Whole Foods after my husband paid the $125 bill for everyone else that got to enjoy a meal. Avoid this place- especially if you have a large party size- they can't handle it. Never in my life have I flat out not received my food and I know it will never happen again. An absolute joke.

Very authentic Italian food and very friendly service. The food is made from scratch with fresh ingredients. I highly recommend this place if you ever are in Miami.

Such a great find! The server was very helpful in giving us recommendations and answering our questions. The food was wonderful and portion sizes were great for value. I would definitely return if I every make it back to Miami!

One of the best places i have tried so far. Great ambient, great location and great food. The service was absolutely first class.

Food was very good, and able to order to your likeness of level of spice. Small bar outside which is nice. And decent amount of tables outside. The couple high top tables don't have the best stools, they don't fit the table, for tall people the table is basically at your knees while on a stool. Really enjoyed the food. Small things make a difference. I was here in the early evening before the dinner crowd. Bread was brought to the table fresh, asked for oil to go with the cheese and bread. It always nice when the bottles come filled and not slimey, unfortunately that wasn't the case. And when salt and pepper are filled to start the day. Lots of fake plants in the outdoor area that have collected a lot of dust and the counter tops running along the tables outside the kitchen could use a dusting as well. Small details that are tended to really make the difference. Small changes to be even better!

It feels like you're entering a restaurant in Rome. It's indoor and outdoor seating is unique. The service, the food and ambiance is authentic Italian. Everything about Vero demands a return visit.

The food was great and our server Frederica was so sweet. Delicious, quiet, and intimate experience w/ great service. Our server, Federica, was wonderful.

The Food is delicious and great quality! The service is absolutely amazing!! And the environment is great for a date, and meaningful dinner, or just a family night out looking for great Italian food! It's on the pricier end but unlike most restaurants in South Florida now, your actually getting what you pay for here! Lastly our waiter Marcell was extremely helpful, and helped us to find the right drinks and meals to our liking!

I never write bad reviews but I felt compelled. The service was great and everyone was really kind and attentive. However, the waiter told us multiple times it was authentic food, homemade pasta...it's not. My pasta was salty, oily and overcooked. I grew up making and eating homemade pasta with my family in Italy and I knew by looking at this pasta that it came directly out of a box. Super disappointed. We kinda felt scammed at the end of the night. Save your money and take your butt to Walmart for a box of pasta and a jar of Rao's, add a shit ton of salt and pepper and you've got the same meal ai paid $22 for

I stayed in downtown during my visit to Miami and my boyfriend and I decided to go to Vero for dinner. The indoor decor was cute and cozy. We were seated immediately and were told they weren't serving pizza that night. We ordered the penne alla vodka and bucatini a amatraciana as our entrees. They were able to accommodate my request to remove pork from the bucatini. I enjoyed the bucatini, the sauce was spicy and I loved the thick noodles. The vodka pasta however was really meaty, the taste of the tomato sauce was overpowered by the meat taste and smell which we both were not expecting. Portions were decent, we were able to finish the majority of our meal.

Sad to say but what a terrible experience. We were so excited about this restaurant for all the reviews and recommendations, but unfortunately our experience was terrible. We arrived and there were only 2 ppl seating on the outside of the restaurant, so they weren't busy. We asked for the pizza, but they didn't have it, we asked the waiter for a bruschetta recommendation and she recommended the provolone one... horrible. The bread was way too toasted and the sausage tasted horrible. I also asked for the lasagna and 45 min after I ordered, they said they burned it out and they didn't have another one for me. So I had to order pasta. After 55 min and again, only 2 ppl on the restaurant so they weren't busy, they finally brought the food, the pasta was cold, one of the pasta was supposed to be spicy but it had no flavor and on top of everything my bologna had like a piece of something green inside.... 1.5 hour wasted and we still paid and the tip was included... oh almost forget... it took us like 20 min to get the check because we couldn't find our waiter...

The food, service and ambiance was spectacular! I recommend this restaurant to everyone!! Enjoy!!!!

Wonderful place food absolutely devious, enjoyed everything Highly recommend!

Sorry, but the bread wasn't even heated or toasted, pasta was not fully cooked, and the seafood was overcooked....and had to wait and wait for check for no reason.....all while automatically being charged gratuity when it's just me.

Quite Italian spot close by the hotel we visited on our way to The Bahamas. I would recommend this spot if you're close to the downtown Miami area.

This place is super authentic. All made in the House. They take care of your needs and all in great effort to comply with the Order

The food is delicious. Great little hole on the wall restaurant. Portion is a little small but taste amazing.

I ordered lasagna,tiramisu, and black ink pasta. Triple checked with maicol that it was black ink pasta since it didnt say that on check. He insisted it was. Then on the check i asked why i have to pay a tip on food i am picking up. His response was its my second day. I asked if there was someone else he could ask. Again its my second day. Ok get back to my hotel no black ink pasta. Frustrating experience. Pasta and lasagna were good. Tiramisu was ok, i like a stronger espresso but still decent. But to pay tip on pick up is not reasonable. If you want to charge $5 for bags or whatever then maybe i could justify. But $12 dollar tip on $67 pick up is hard for me to swallow.

Sadly things have changed... I usually come for lunch and sometimes for dinner. I noticed that quality has gradually been declining. On this occasion, my experience with my dinner was so sad that I had to update my review.   I ordered two of my favorite dishes at this restaurant: diavola pizza and bucatini alla amatriciana. Both dishes are more than $18 each. I don't mind small portions, but this time the ingredients were missing or severely limited. The pizza had almost nothing on it. Some of the slices didn't have any toppings, just cheese and sauce. I counted two slices of peppers on the entire pie. The pasta dish was also not what I have come to expect from Vero. First, it was just pasta with red sauce. There were a couple of small pieces of bacon. Moreover, it was topped with cheese that seemed like pieces of mozzarella. It was very disappointing how they were OK to serve these dishes.  We ordered our meal to go towards the end of dinner service on a Saturday night. I'm not sure what happened to this authentic Italian restaurant. I know they were closed for a very long time, but I'm thinking it was for a long Italian-style holiday. Anyway, I tried to stay faithful thinking it was just a funk time for them, but sadly the food has changed and it is not what it used to be a few years ago.   I hope they go back to what they used to be, but I'm not sure I'll stick around to find out.

Chicken was overcooked, and the pasta in the bucatini amatriciana was overcooked as well. Overall, we were underwhelmed by the food and the service, unfortunately. The overall ambiance was nice. They have a beautiful outdoor seating area that looks like you are tucked away in an alley in Italy.

Oh my god, this food was amazing! I had the carbonara, and though I wish it was a bit creamier and eggy, I'm glad it wasn't super greasy like most are made. My sister had a simple tomato penne but the tomato sauce was so good, best tomato sauce I've tried at any Italian restaurant. The service was lovely and the ambience was so precious and homey. 10/10 recommend!

My friend and I ate here for a "girlfriends date night" and it was great. We were quickly seated and tended to. We ordered the caesar salad and bruschetta for appetizers. The caesar salad was so delicious, my friend was still raving about it two days later. For our entrees we had the lasagna and the ravioli. Both were well seasoned, tasty and authentic. We also ordered wine and they allowed us to taste before fully committing and we eventually purchased a bottle while talking and enjoying the ambiance. The overall experience was great. Would definitely recommend and come back!

When we arrived for our reservation we were told (aka had three staff members yell at us) that the entrance to the restaurant was at the other side and that we had to walk around the building. We even tried to communicate in English and Spanish that we were there for our reservation but we were still told to leave. After walking for 10 minutes and not finding another entrance, we went back and just sat down. They pretended like they never saw us and did not tell/yell at us to walk around the building. They do not have a full bar. It is a beer and wine only place. They do have outdoor seating but the restaurant is quite small. The food was so so. The bolognese was good but the chicken parm was dry and the mashed potatoes tasted like burnt box mashed potatoes. I won't eat there again.

Amazing food, service, and atmosphere. I highly recommend this for a date night! The food is authentic Italian with a great selection of wines and sprits. 10/10 would go again and again!

Spot was cute however food was a little less quality than I expected. Salmon was so so. I will say the chicken Parmesan was delicious and they have great wines. Keep in mind there is no open bar, it's just wine and beers. Staff was nice and it's a hidden spot in downtown so I'd say the vibe was nice. Probably won't eat there again but it is a spot to try at least once.

I'll be honest, I was a little weary of this part of downtown Miami. But It was well worth it in the end and I was beyond impressed. I was also very lucky enough to find street parking right in front of Vero. Walked in with a girlfriend and noticed not a single person was in here. Weird, but it was also a Tuesday evening at 7 pm. We were welcomed with warm smiles from their staff. The atmosphere is very casual, romantic, with an industrial chicness. Our server, which after having some brief conversations was the owner, was very knowledgeable and informative. First things first, they do not skip out on the portions! You will leave very satisfied. Food/Drinks: I ordered a glass of prosecco and my friend ordered a Chardonnay. Appetizers: Bruschetta: large portions, full of flavor and perfect amount of saltiness on the tomatoes Octopus: flavorful but a little over cooked Burrata salad: delicious, perfect amount of burrata to salad ratio. I'm always torn on what I want to eat so I always ask the server what they recommend. Our server recommended the Bucatini amatriciana and it was the perfect mix of spicy and sweet sauce with homemade pasta. My friend ordered the Prosciutto pizza and I'll be honest, we weren't huge fans. It could be that she's from NY and I'm from NJ and we KNOW pizza. The prosciutto pieces were huge (not a major issue) but slide right off the pizza. We did enjoy the fresh arugula on top! It would be a crime if you went to an Italian restaurant and did not get the dessert! Our server suggested this coconut Panna cotta with a compote and we were blown away. Best. Dessert. Ever!

Hidden Gem in the Downtown area! Happy to have heard about Vero because it might've been. Hard discovery for me. Italian restaurant with a romantic and dim setting. Had the pleasure of meeting one of the owners. You can really tell this restaurant is her baby. She was greeting all customers as they walked in, seating them, and taking the orders. That's something you don't always see! She also mentioned that the chef is from Rome, so you know it's the real deal! We started off with two glasses of their Pino Grigio, very light and crisp. For the entrees, my boyfriend ordered the Bolognese, and I was a little more adventurous with the Linguine Nere. Both plates came out hot and fresh. Loved the Linguine Nere, but maybe could've had a little more seafood. My boyfriend also enjoyed his pasta. Service was great, always very quick and checking in when needed. Would love to come back with friends to try some different dishes!

The restaurant is lowkey excellent Italian. Love the food so much and it has great food options too. The quality is great and decent. Perfect for special occasions. The wine is perfect with the food. Definitely will always go for pasta and it has good texture and flavor, the salad taste so fresh too. The service is amazing and really wonderful too.