I went to lunch with my partner and we had an excellent experience. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was very pleasant and welcoming, perfect for enjoying a calm and relaxed lunch. We ordered two chef’s suggestions, and it was a great choice. Both dishes were delicious, well prepared, and full of flavor, showing the quality of the ingredients and attention to detail. The presentation was also very nice, which made the dining experience even more enjoyable. We were able to enjoy our meal without feeling rushed, in a comfortable and relaxed setting, ideal for spending time together as a couple. The service was excellent throughout our visit: the staff was always attentive, friendly, and very professional, making sure everything was perfect. Overall, it was a very positive experience, a place we would definitely recommend and happily return to in order to try more of their dishes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lupe Ramirez
We are from Chicago and have been visiting the happy hour for years. Eziquiel has been the best bartender for the past two years. He is friendly and attentive, and the drinks are amazing!. It has become a definite spot we will hit every time we're in Miami!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chidimma
In my opinion, one of the most beautiful spots in South Beach. The music is chill and never too loud (usually loungey Mediterranean vibes, bossa, jazz), the decor is inviting and understated, the guys behind the bar are so sweet and friendly and make excellent drinks, the management and waitstaff are polite and kind, and the food is light and delicious. I considered it my outside living room, especially with the open space and ocean breeze. Located in easy distance of lots of spaces, but this is the best of Española.
Edit: I still love this place but the robot answering the phone gives incorrect information all the time, from hours to days open. It's put me off coming any more cos I have shown up and it's closed when the answerphone said it was open.
was for happy hour there. Coctail (Margarita) was good but not really cheap for happy hour (14 USD). Menue selection for Happy Hour prices were modest and didn't appeal to me (mostly some bread stuff). I ordered therefore from the Christmas specials which was a fish. The fish was good but only had polenta with a sauce as part of the meal. It was not possible to replace the polenta with vegetables or ordering a side salad. The portion was rather small for the price (46 USD). In the final bill they automatially included 20% service charge.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Sebastian R
Excellent all the way! Superb food and service! Great location and atmosphere! Will definitely go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paul
Upscale restaurant connected to a Michelin rated hotel. It’s in the Art Deco area of South Beach. We saw a number of fine restaurants but we chose this one because it was quieter. Their menu advertised the branzino as whole, and it was before they cooked it. Regardless of the semantics it was absolutely delicious although slightly over spiced which hid the flavors of the delicious fish. We started with an amazing grilled octopus that was tender and flavorful. My wife had the hangar steak cooked to a perfect medium rare. We paid over $300 for our meal with drinks. It was worth it even if the service level didn’t quite match the exquisite meal. Everybody was polite and helpful just need a little training in how to serve high end dining.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Albert Valente
A fabulous place right at the end of Espanola Way with great drinks and appetizers. Atmosphere and service are very welcoming as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jean Marc
We have always loved it, the menu has changed for the better and was nice to be remembered by host.
steven
New chef was hired, food is not at all what it used to be, not even close to what it had been. we used to go twice a month, will never go again, don't waste your time or money!
Nicole Garbacz
Overall great experience. Bridget, our host, was exceptional - atmosphere, food, and service were all on point. Highly recommend the pizza and white truffle pasta special if available!
We had a reservation for brunch but showed up and were told they don't have one anymore - even though the menu is on the website. They only offered a hotel style continental breakfast for $40 per person.
Alexandra Sterescu
Enjoying dinner at The Drexel on Española Way was such a beautiful experience. The food and service were impeccable, and the ambiance combined with their carefully curated wine list made the night feel truly special.
You have to try: • The Radicchio from Veneto salad • The Padellino with whipped ricotta and truffle honey • The branzino • The olive oil mashed potatoes
Promise you won’t regret it! And definitely save room for their salted pistachio ice cream, made in-house from scratch — it’s unforgettable.
Can’t wait to come back! 🫶🏻
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Juan Puccini
The atmosphere was amazing, the food made us remember our childhood, being at grandma’s home. It was delicious. We tried the Porchetta and it was out of this world. The service was superb and Bianca had the greatest knowledge and connected very well. Also wanted to mention a great welcoming by Sarah. We will definitely come back. Kudos for the chef Jarrod.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shanna Kraaijeveld
I decided to come and enjoy a late night bite to eat, and of all days on Howls Eve. I chose the tuna carpaccio and the grilled octopus. However, I needed just a little bit more and my server recommended a couple of options of which I choose the mitake mushrooms. They were delightful! Highly recommend coming if you want to be behind the Española way action, enjoy the ambience and above all have a mouth watering experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alvaro
Dined out here in our last night with my DW. Service was phenomenal. Food unfortunately was average. It was not bad, but for the type or class of restaurant, it could've been outstanding. I had a skirt steak, medium, with French fries. A classic Parisian steak frites. Sauce was good but no memorable, steak was good, but also not memorable, however the cooked it correctly. DW had crab cakes and they were average. It's a good restaurant, with an amazing service, but food can be better in order for them to stand above the crowd.
I went to lunch with my partner and we had an excellent experience. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was very pleasant and welcoming, perfect for enjoying a calm and relaxed lunch.
We ordered two chef’s suggestions, and it was a great choice. Both dishes were delicious, well prepared, and full of flavor, showing the quality of the ingredients and attention to detail. The presentation was also very nice, which made the dining experience even more enjoyable.
We were able to enjoy our meal without feeling rushed, in a comfortable and relaxed setting, ideal for spending time together as a couple. The service was excellent throughout our visit: the staff was always attentive, friendly, and very professional, making sure everything was perfect.
Overall, it was a very positive experience, a place we would definitely recommend and happily return to in order to try more of their dishes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We are from Chicago and have been visiting the happy hour for years. Eziquiel has been the best bartender for the past two years. He is friendly and attentive, and the drinks are amazing!. It has become a definite spot we will hit every time we're in Miami!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
In my opinion, one of the most beautiful spots in South Beach. The music is chill and never too loud (usually loungey Mediterranean vibes, bossa, jazz), the decor is inviting and understated, the guys behind the bar are so sweet and friendly and make excellent drinks, the management and waitstaff are polite and kind, and the food is light and delicious. I considered it my outside living room, especially with the open space and ocean breeze. Located in easy distance of lots of spaces, but this is the best of Española.
Edit: I still love this place but the robot answering the phone gives incorrect information all the time, from hours to days open. It's put me off coming any more cos I have shown up and it's closed when the answerphone said it was open.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Gigande Bean Dip, Fried Cauliflower
was for happy hour there. Coctail (Margarita) was good but not really cheap for happy hour (14 USD). Menue selection for Happy Hour prices were modest and didn't appeal to me (mostly some bread stuff). I ordered therefore from the Christmas specials which was a fish. The fish was good but only had polenta with a sauce as part of the meal. It was not possible to replace the polenta with vegetables or ordering a side salad. The portion was rather small for the price (46 USD). In the final bill they automatially included 20% service charge.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Excellent all the way! Superb food and service! Great location and atmosphere! Will definitely go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Upscale restaurant connected to a Michelin rated hotel. It’s in the Art Deco area of South Beach. We saw a number of fine restaurants but we chose this one because it was quieter. Their menu advertised the branzino as whole, and it was before they cooked it. Regardless of the semantics it was absolutely delicious although slightly over spiced which hid the flavors of the delicious fish. We started with an amazing grilled octopus that was tender and flavorful. My wife had the hangar steak cooked to a perfect medium rare. We paid over $300 for our meal with drinks. It was worth it even if the service level didn’t quite match the exquisite meal. Everybody was polite and helpful just need a little training in how to serve high end dining.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
A fabulous place right at the end of Espanola Way with great drinks and appetizers. Atmosphere and service are very welcoming as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We have always loved it, the menu has changed for the better and was nice to be remembered by host.
New chef was hired, food is not at all what it used to be, not even close to what it had been. we used to go twice a month, will never go again, don't waste your time or money!
Overall great experience. Bridget, our host, was exceptional - atmosphere, food, and service were all on point. Highly recommend the pizza and white truffle pasta special if available!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
We had a reservation for brunch but showed up and were told they don't have one anymore - even though the menu is on the website. They only offered a hotel style continental breakfast for $40 per person.
Enjoying dinner at The Drexel on Española Way was such a beautiful experience. The food and service were impeccable, and the ambiance combined with their carefully curated wine list made the night feel truly special.
You have to try:
• The Radicchio from Veneto salad
• The Padellino with whipped ricotta and truffle honey
• The branzino
• The olive oil mashed potatoes
Promise you won’t regret it! And definitely save room for their salted pistachio ice cream, made in-house from scratch — it’s unforgettable.
Can’t wait to come back! 🫶🏻
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The atmosphere was amazing, the food made us remember our childhood, being at grandma’s home. It was delicious. We tried the Porchetta and it was out of this world. The service was superb and Bianca had the greatest knowledge and connected very well. Also wanted to mention a great welcoming by Sarah. We will definitely come back. Kudos for the chef Jarrod.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I decided to come and enjoy a late night bite to eat, and of all days on Howls Eve. I chose the tuna carpaccio and the grilled octopus. However, I needed just a little bit more and my server recommended a couple of options of which I choose the mitake mushrooms. They were delightful!
Highly recommend coming if you want to be behind the Española way action, enjoy the ambience and above all have a mouth watering experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dined out here in our last night with my DW. Service was phenomenal. Food unfortunately was average. It was not bad, but for the type or class of restaurant, it could've been outstanding. I had a skirt steak, medium, with French fries. A classic Parisian steak frites. Sauce was good but no memorable, steak was good, but also not memorable, however the cooked it correctly. DW had crab cakes and they were average. It's a good restaurant, with an amazing service, but food can be better in order for them to stand above the crowd.
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