Food was great. Had breakfast and it filled us up for the day. Crab cake Benedict was delicious and so were biscuits and gravy. Everything was fresh, and scratch made. Would definitely return and check out the other offerings. Service was friendly.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thu Hue
Great flavors, generous toppings, and friendly staff.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Kieran Walsh
I rarely write negative reviews, but I feel compelled to share my recent experience. I visited Armani's Cucina after hearing good things, but unfortunately, the meal took a turn for the worse.
The ambiance was pleasant and the staff friendly enough, but the food—specifically the chicken—was a major letdown. I ordered the stuffed chicken expecting a well-cooked, flavorful dish. What I received looked fine on the outside, but after eating, almost half of it, I discovered it was noticeably undercooked. Parts of it were pink and rubbery, which is not just unappetizing—it’s unsafe.
I immediately alerted the server, who apologized, but by that point the experience had already been soured. I couldn’t shake off the concern for how something so basic could be overlooked in the kitchen.
Food safety is non-negotiable, and undercooked chicken is a serious issue. I hope the management takes this feedback seriously and reinforces proper cooking standards in their kitchen.
Until then, I won’t be returning—and I’d urge others to double-check their meals before digging in.
Jaime Walsh
I don’t typically write reviews that are poor without speaking to the managers but they didn’t seem to be concerned, and I feel compelled to share my recent experience at Armani’s Italian Restaurant in Vero Beach — not out of malice, but out of genuine concern for others who may dine here.
During my visit, I ordered the stuffed chicken entrée, which sounded delicious on the menu. However, what I received was not only disappointing — it was outright dangerous. After eating nearly half of one of the chicken breasts, I noticed something felt off with the texture. Upon closer inspection, I was shocked to discover that both pieces of chicken were completely raw on the inside — not undercooked, but visibly raw and pink, with a cold, gelatinous center.
By the time I noticed, I had already consumed a significant portion. The thought that I may have just exposed myself to foodborne pathogens like salmonella or campylobacter is deeply unsettling. Eating raw chicken is not a minor mistake — it’s a serious health risk that can lead to severe gastrointestinal illness, fever, dehydration, and in some cases, hospitalization. For immunocompromised individuals or children, the consequences can be even more dangerous.
Mistakes happen in restaurants, but raw poultry leaving the kitchen is a critical lapse in food safety protocols. I brought the issue to the attention of the waitress after we had to search for her for over 10mins, and while she was apologetic, there was nothing offered in the way of resolution or assurance that the situation would be properly addressed.
What concerns me most is not just my own potential exposure to illness, but the thought that this could happen to someone else — possibly someone more vulnerable to the effects of food poisoning.This cook not only served raw chicken but handled it while they touched every other dish that was sent out contaminating everything.
Armani’s may have an appealing menu and a nice atmosphere, but no ambiance can make up for a basic failure to prepare food safely. I truly hope they take this seriously and implement immediate measures to ensure nothing like this happens again.
Until then, I urge anyone considering dining here to proceed with caution.
Mike In Fla
Just ok. Many rave about it, but there are many choices for Italian cuisine in Vero. I've never had a disappointing meal here.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Sorin Badulescu
Honestly, I wouldn't reccomend stopping by. The staff was very nice, but the restraunt was quite empty for some reason. The food did not seem very fresh and overly expensive for what was given. Brought the family over thinking the rating was high that the food would be decent, but that was far from it.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 5
Jeanna Getchell
My gnocchi with fresh mozzarella and basil tasted like a jar of ragu sauce was used. I am 100 % Italian. Sorry I was not impressed.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Christine Turchiano
We loved it here. The atmosphere is average, but the food is better than most Italian restaurants in VB. It is fresh made. I had the linguine with clams and white sauce. It was good, but next time, I want to try the pasta swashed in the parmesan bowl! Only restaurant I've seen offering this very authentic Italian cooking procedure! The bread is excellent. You'll want to gorge it! Order 2! Really! We also love their deli next door. Their fresh baked goods are great, especially the Sfogliatelle is excellent! I ordered a dozen to share with friends. They make it with the traditional custard and the lighter cream. 😋 😍 I also like the variety of dried pastas available and the Italian brands of canned tomatoes and jarred sauces. They have assorted foods pre-prepared also, but I haven't tried those. Great alternative withdrawn a quiet atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Valeri Osteen
Food was unbelievable awful. Ordered an 85 dollar wagyu and got a 5 dollar unseasoned winn Dixie steak. The cheese wheel presentation didn't happen either. The drinks were good but that's it. We usually spend around 150 a month at their market but after that experience they lost a customer. We left there and got appetizers from 21st amendment. Do yourself a favor and find somewhere else to eat.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Bamboofish Tree
Way over priced and not even good food, don't waste your time and money....
The food at Armani has always been subpar. We did like the marketplace and sometimes also went to the restaurant. We parked in a handicap spot in front of them, and we’re going to the closet directly beside them. We were threatened by the parking attendant with towing if we didn’t move, even though I am a wheelchair user. When I called, the woman was rude to me and said that we should’ve asked for a manager because my husband out of anger did swear at the attendant who was yelling at him to move. We are frequent users of that plaza and go there at least once we wait for breakfast at another establishment there. We shall never return to Armani’s and they need to check the laws in Florida if they think they can deny access to a handicap spot to someone with a handicap placard.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Chris Burgr
I will never ever shop in their market again. I get that it’s “their” plaza but it has two of the three handicap parking spots in downtown. My wife is a full time wheelchair user who needs a wide spot to exit the van. Instead of allowing us to utilize the one and only open handicap spot they threatened to tow us. Bad business practice by what’s obviously a poorly managed business.
Lorry Ann Burgr
We had a situation where we parked in the handicap spot in front of Armani‘s. They was lot attendant told us to move or we would be towed actually more like screaming at us, even though I’m a wheelchair user. Yes my husband did swear at him because he was angry, but the young man was rude and said we would be towed if we parked there. They denied someone with a handicap placard to park in the handicap spot. We will never eat their subpar food again, nor will we ever frequent their market again.
They are also well known for having bouncers out there accosting customers of other businesses there demanding to know where we are going.
April Talerico
Food was okay,ordered eggs with some grits and ham very greasy. Service not to great.Atmosphere looked old and smelled old.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Mike Graceffa
What a hidden gem!! This place is amazing, bartender, waiter and food were over the top. I highly recommend this place.
Food was great. Had breakfast and it filled us up for the day. Crab cake Benedict was delicious and so were biscuits and gravy. Everything was fresh, and scratch made. Would definitely return and check out the other offerings. Service was friendly.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great flavors, generous toppings, and friendly staff.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
I rarely write negative reviews, but I feel compelled to share my recent experience. I visited Armani's Cucina after hearing good things, but unfortunately, the meal took a turn for the worse. The ambiance was pleasant and the staff friendly enough, but the food—specifically the chicken—was a major letdown. I ordered the stuffed chicken expecting a well-cooked, flavorful dish. What I received looked fine on the outside, but after eating, almost half of it, I discovered it was noticeably undercooked. Parts of it were pink and rubbery, which is not just unappetizing—it’s unsafe. I immediately alerted the server, who apologized, but by that point the experience had already been soured. I couldn’t shake off the concern for how something so basic could be overlooked in the kitchen. Food safety is non-negotiable, and undercooked chicken is a serious issue. I hope the management takes this feedback seriously and reinforces proper cooking standards in their kitchen. Until then, I won’t be returning—and I’d urge others to double-check their meals before digging in.
I don’t typically write reviews that are poor without speaking to the managers but they didn’t seem to be concerned, and I feel compelled to share my recent experience at Armani’s Italian Restaurant in Vero Beach — not out of malice, but out of genuine concern for others who may dine here. During my visit, I ordered the stuffed chicken entrée, which sounded delicious on the menu. However, what I received was not only disappointing — it was outright dangerous. After eating nearly half of one of the chicken breasts, I noticed something felt off with the texture. Upon closer inspection, I was shocked to discover that both pieces of chicken were completely raw on the inside — not undercooked, but visibly raw and pink, with a cold, gelatinous center. By the time I noticed, I had already consumed a significant portion. The thought that I may have just exposed myself to foodborne pathogens like salmonella or campylobacter is deeply unsettling. Eating raw chicken is not a minor mistake — it’s a serious health risk that can lead to severe gastrointestinal illness, fever, dehydration, and in some cases, hospitalization. For immunocompromised individuals or children, the consequences can be even more dangerous. Mistakes happen in restaurants, but raw poultry leaving the kitchen is a critical lapse in food safety protocols. I brought the issue to the attention of the waitress after we had to search for her for over 10mins, and while she was apologetic, there was nothing offered in the way of resolution or assurance that the situation would be properly addressed. What concerns me most is not just my own potential exposure to illness, but the thought that this could happen to someone else — possibly someone more vulnerable to the effects of food poisoning.This cook not only served raw chicken but handled it while they touched every other dish that was sent out contaminating everything. Armani’s may have an appealing menu and a nice atmosphere, but no ambiance can make up for a basic failure to prepare food safely. I truly hope they take this seriously and implement immediate measures to ensure nothing like this happens again. Until then, I urge anyone considering dining here to proceed with caution.
Just ok. Many rave about it, but there are many choices for Italian cuisine in Vero. I've never had a disappointing meal here.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Honestly, I wouldn't reccomend stopping by. The staff was very nice, but the restraunt was quite empty for some reason. The food did not seem very fresh and overly expensive for what was given. Brought the family over thinking the rating was high that the food would be decent, but that was far from it.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 5
My gnocchi with fresh mozzarella and basil tasted like a jar of ragu sauce was used. I am 100 % Italian. Sorry I was not impressed.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
We loved it here. The atmosphere is average, but the food is better than most Italian restaurants in VB. It is fresh made. I had the linguine with clams and white sauce. It was good, but next time, I want to try the pasta swashed in the parmesan bowl! Only restaurant I've seen offering this very authentic Italian cooking procedure! The bread is excellent. You'll want to gorge it! Order 2! Really!
We also love their deli next door. Their fresh baked goods are great, especially the Sfogliatelle is excellent! I ordered a dozen to share with friends. They make it with the traditional custard and the lighter cream. 😋 😍 I also like the variety of dried pastas available and the Italian brands of canned tomatoes and jarred sauces. They have assorted foods pre-prepared also, but I haven't tried those. Great alternative withdrawn a quiet atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Food was unbelievable awful. Ordered an 85 dollar wagyu and got a 5 dollar unseasoned winn Dixie steak. The cheese wheel presentation didn't happen either. The drinks were good but that's it. We usually spend around 150 a month at their market but after that experience they lost a customer. We left there and got appetizers from 21st amendment. Do yourself a favor and find somewhere else to eat.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Way over priced and not even good food, don't waste your time and money....
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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The food at Armani has always been subpar. We did like the marketplace and sometimes also went to the restaurant. We parked in a handicap spot in front of them, and we’re going to the closet directly beside them. We were threatened by the parking attendant with towing if we didn’t move, even though I am a wheelchair user. When I called, the woman was rude to me and said that we should’ve asked for a manager because my husband out of anger did swear at the attendant who was yelling at him to move. We are frequent users of that plaza and go there at least once we wait for breakfast at another establishment there. We shall never return to Armani’s and they need to check the laws in Florida if they think they can deny access to a handicap spot to someone with a handicap placard.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I will never ever shop in their market again. I get that it’s “their” plaza but it has two of the three handicap parking spots in downtown. My wife is a full time wheelchair user who needs a wide spot to exit the van. Instead of allowing us to utilize the one and only open handicap spot they threatened to tow us. Bad business practice by what’s obviously a poorly managed business.
We had a situation where we parked in the handicap spot in front of Armani‘s. They was lot attendant told us to move or we would be towed actually more like screaming at us, even though I’m a wheelchair user. Yes my husband did swear at him because he was angry, but the young man was rude and said we would be towed if we parked there. They denied someone with a handicap placard to park in the handicap spot. We will never eat their subpar food again, nor will we ever frequent their market again. They are also well known for having bouncers out there accosting customers of other businesses there demanding to know where we are going.
Food was okay,ordered eggs with some grits and ham very greasy. Service not to great.Atmosphere looked old and smelled old.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
What a hidden gem!! This place is amazing, bartender, waiter and food were over the top. I highly recommend this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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