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Cafe Prima Pasta
Italian Restaurant and Bar$$$$
North Shore, Miami Beach
This place is famous for their Italian food. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Fiocchi rapera"(3 Tips)
"Try the Carpaccio di Manzo - Amazing (via @Foodspotting)"(2 Tips)
"Their Scampi Cosanostra was seriously one of the best shrimp dishes"(2 Tips)
"Fioochi Rapera was a great sugetion."(2 Tips)
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Eboni WashingtonMay 11, 2013It's so nice to come to a place that has both great food and great customer service. Everyone was so nice and extremely attentive and the food....WOW!! If you're in the area you have to eat here!
This is my absolute favorite restaurant in the whole world. The carpaccio is excellent. Order the Citra Montepulciano to wash down whatever of their delicious meals you choose to please your palate.
AmateurConciergeMarch 21, 2021Classic North Beach local spot. It’s not gonna change ur life but perfect for walk ins even in high season. The pear pasta for sure.- My favorite Italian spot! Everything is amazing. Try the Fiocchi rapera- pear and cheese filled pasta topped with roasted prosciutto and truffle sauce. It's to die for. Also, the veal parm ❤️
- Their Scampi Cosanostra was seriously one of the best shrimp dishes I’ve ever had. Shrimp sautéed with garlic, lemon and herbs over spinach and roasted potatoes. Perfectly cooked…juicy & so delicious.
Travel + LeisureSeptember 30, 2013Locals love the old-school feel of this Italian restaurant—a Miami Beach mainstay—with its pictures of celebrities on the wall and distinct character.
Rick Garcia - SFSMarch 28, 2015Everything on the menu is great. I've been here many times and it's always been great. Lobo and Mayer are great waitress/ waiter. Highly recommend it.
Miami New TimesAugust 15, 2014When Cafe Prima Pasta opened in 1993, diners lined the sidewalk for one of the 28 seats in Gerardo Cea's family-run trattoria. Read more
Julie LehiteJune 8, 2016So much better than I expected. Not touristy at all, despite its location. Chef specials are amazing and they'll make just about anything your request.
Sebastian PiottNovember 6, 2016Fantastic food and perfect service. Lookout for specials of the day or even whole seasonal menus.
Paulo FedeleMay 17, 2016Great environment, service and food! The black pasta with sea food is great!- Julie AnnFebruary 18, 2017We had a great meal ... wonderful service. Remember to ask for the special sauce with your bread... Simply a great dining experience.
Susan PriscalJune 3, 2016One of my favorite places. The food is delicious, ambience is wonderful and the staff is friendly. I've never been disappointed.- Pablo MeniOctober 8, 2014Crab Ravioli with the italian sauce. Highly recommended. The ambient is amazing also
Amber DrillMay 1, 2016Just trust me... You'll love EVERYTHING! ;) not too fancy, just cozy. Don't show up in your gym clothes, but jeans are just fine :)
Cyann DoppSeptember 23, 2017Flan Cream CaramelServed with argentinian "dulce de leche" or fresh whipped cream
- Cyann DoppSeptember 23, 2017Flan Cream CaramelServed with argentinian "dulce de leche" or fresh whipped cream
One of the best Italian restaurants in Miami! Awesome mojito
Always happy to go there. Food great, service very good. Just a lovely place to have a lovely meal.
The most classic Italian restaurant in Miami Beach! Grab a seat at the bar and ask for Henry! You'll be treated like family.
Marc SDecember 10, 2019Good wine if you can navigate the new wine list (too many average non-Italian wines).
Vítor GrenchoAugust 25, 2014Good vibe, excellent food and extraordinary value for money. You have to try the "calamari"!- Amber DrillMay 1, 2016The salmon carpaccio is like delicately flavored seafood "butter', soup pasta fagioli is the freshest I've had in US..request Chimmichuri sauce with your bread basket! Branzino and Chicken limone 😋
Kelly SanchezMarch 18, 2015Pasta pomodoro, carpaccio, snapper francesca, just about everything is delish, and served hot always- Miami New TimesNovember 17, 2014White truffles. You love them. Café Prima Pasta's got them and built a three-course menu for $60. Read more
Anthony PerezDecember 15, 2014Romantic restaurant , excellent portion , excellent place for a date and plenty of parking!!!!!!- Tonny MateranNovember 11, 2014Great place for dinner. Nice atmosphere, The pasta with pears is fantastic!
- Always a good meal, with enough for take home the next night. Love this place!
Food & Service is top notched. Great Italian restaurant for a date or to bring out of towners. Highly recommend.
Danu ZavalzaAugust 16, 2013Delicious food!!! Everyone should come 2 this place!!! Service is really good!!!
Sarah TomecekMay 23, 2013There's an eggplant appetizer that is to die for!!! Patient and friendly staff and tasty wine selection- Fabio RamosDecember 2, 2014Risotto & Fish between 5-6 pm; 50% of discount! Wonderful food. Profiterolis as desert.
Stephanie MirandaAugust 2, 2013Great service! And we were able to order from the Miami Spice menu which was delish!
Churchill SuitesSeptember 27, 2011They offer five different daily specials and make their very own homemade pasta! Hours: Mon-Sat 5pm-12am & Sun 4:30pm-11:30pmhttp://primapasta.com/
George DeanJuly 7, 2013Absolutely Delicious Plus The Manger Is There To Greet You At Your Table Always . . .
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Café Prima Pasta is the ideal location for those looking to enjoy home-style, Italian cuisine in a comfortable, yet refined atmosphere.
Closed until 4:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 5:00 PM–Midnight
- Sun
- 4:00 PM–11:00 PM
(305) 867-0106
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Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Dinner, Happy Hour
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Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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Carl B - 8.5
"One of my favorite restaurants (same holds for the other locations). Spaghetti and the duck and foie gras ravioli are musts."
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