Price Range
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Social Reviews
Martin Pauly
7 months ago
Outstanding food and experience at Fratellino. I had the veal parmigiana from the specials menu, and it was terrific! Great service, too!
Elizabeth Corcoran
7 months ago
Fratellino is the kind of restaurant that instantly makes you feel like you've stumbled into something special. Last evening, my husband, daughter, boyfriend, and I had an incredible meal, and from the moment we walked in, we knew we were in for a memorable evening.
This family run spot is small and charming, with an atmosphere that's warm and welcoming. The owner greeted us personally, which set the tone for the entire night. All staff were attentive, genuine, and full of heart.
We started with bruschetta and fresh bread, both absolutely delicious and the perfect beginning. Then came the insalata pera cotta... incredible. Every bite was fresh, balanced, and beautifully prepared. My daughter couldn't stop raving about the Burratina -- easily her favorite app of the night.
For entrées, the Pollo Francese was my favorite: tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. We also enjoyed lasagna, cannelloni, and vitello alla saltimbocco, each one showcasing the kind of authentic Italian cooking that keeps you coming back.
And of course, we ended with tiramisu -- the perfect sweet finish to an already outstanding meal.
If you're looking for a place that delivers not only amazing food but also a truly welcoming experience, Fratellino is a must. This was more than dinner -- it was a night we'll remember, and we can't wait to return.
Bernardo Spinrad
7 months ago
Absolutely one of the best Italian restaurants in South Florida. Lively outdoor setting along Coral Gables’ Miracle Mile. Excellent service: we came without reservations, didn’t have space inside but readily made space for us outside on a balmy evening, my wife wanted spaghetti putanesca, they made it specially for her even though it wasn’t in their regular menu. The ossobuco, accompanied by a champagne risotto was spectacular, the best I had without question. Will definitely return!!!
Edgar C
7 months ago
Fratellino Ristorante feels less like a restaurant and more like being let in on a very good secret, one that, inconveniently, everyone else already knows. This cozy, modern trattoria on Miracle Mile seats just 35 people inside, plus maybe a dozen outside, which means reservations are less a suggestion and more a survival tactic. Don’t be surprised if every night for the next couple of weeks is already booked. After more than a decade in business, Fratellino has earned its cult-like following the old-fashioned way, by cooking honest, soulful Italian food and treating guests like family.
The room is intimate, modern, and warmly elegant, with white tablecloths and walls dotted with family photos, most notably a large black-and-white portrait of the owners’ father and uncle as boys in Italy. It sets the tone immediately. This is not Italian by way of Instagram. This is Italian by way of grandma’s kitchen. Third-generation restaurateur Beto DiCarlo builds the menu around simple, high-quality ingredients, daily specials, and family recipes that have clearly stood the test of time. The accolades, including top restaurant in Florida according to Yelp, iHeart, Miami New Times, and the Miami Herald’s 50 Best list, feel less like hype and more like inevitability.
The pastas are the headliners, as they should be. The Lasagna Bolognese ($21), made from Grandma Ale’s recipe, is the kind of dish that makes you question every lasagna you have eaten before it, rich, layered, and deeply comforting without tipping into heaviness. The Spaghetti alla Bolognese ($21) delivers spectacular flavor from fresh ground beef simmered in tomato sauce, though it leans just a touch over-herbed. Enthusiastic, but forgivable. The Mediterranean octopus ($27) is a standout, tender, expertly cooked, and marinated in fresh herbs that enhance rather than bully the dish’s delicate sweetness.
Fratellino is consistently packed with loyal regulars who come for housemade pastas like the pillowy agnolotti di pera, linger over an excellent wine list, and stay for the warm, old-school hospitality. It is reasonably priced, deeply authentic, and unapologetically intimate. Fratellino reminds you why the classics endure and why some tables are worth waiting for.
Worthy to know: a 20% service charge is added to lunch bills.
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NOTE: Across the country, restaurants are increasingly adding automatic 18 to 20 percent service fees to customer bills in an effort to supplement worker pay and offset the federal $2.13 subminimum wage for tipped employees. For diners, however, these fees often feel like the latest squeeze, layered on top of already rising menu prices. This backlash has reignited a broader debate over how restaurant labor should be paid. Advocacy groups such as One Fair Wage argue the solution is legislative, eliminating the tipped wage altogether and establishing a universal minimum wage. At the same time, some restaurants are experimenting with all-in pricing models that build labor costs directly into menu prices, eliminating tips and surprise fees. Lawmakers are also stepping in with new transparency laws aimed at banning junk fees by requiring restaurants to clearly disclose all mandatory charges upfront. Nevertheless, looming over every reform effort is the National Restaurant Association, which represents the $600-billion restaurant industry and has spent decades successfully lobbying against minimum-wage increases.
The room is intimate, modern, and warmly elegant, with white tablecloths and walls dotted with family photos, most notably a large black-and-white portrait of the owners’ father and uncle as boys in Italy. It sets the tone immediately. This is not Italian by way of Instagram. This is Italian by way of grandma’s kitchen. Third-generation restaurateur Beto DiCarlo builds the menu around simple, high-quality ingredients, daily specials, and family recipes that have clearly stood the test of time. The accolades, including top restaurant in Florida according to Yelp, iHeart, Miami New Times, and the Miami Herald’s 50 Best list, feel less like hype and more like inevitability.
The pastas are the headliners, as they should be. The Lasagna Bolognese ($21), made from Grandma Ale’s recipe, is the kind of dish that makes you question every lasagna you have eaten before it, rich, layered, and deeply comforting without tipping into heaviness. The Spaghetti alla Bolognese ($21) delivers spectacular flavor from fresh ground beef simmered in tomato sauce, though it leans just a touch over-herbed. Enthusiastic, but forgivable. The Mediterranean octopus ($27) is a standout, tender, expertly cooked, and marinated in fresh herbs that enhance rather than bully the dish’s delicate sweetness.
Fratellino is consistently packed with loyal regulars who come for housemade pastas like the pillowy agnolotti di pera, linger over an excellent wine list, and stay for the warm, old-school hospitality. It is reasonably priced, deeply authentic, and unapologetically intimate. Fratellino reminds you why the classics endure and why some tables are worth waiting for.
Worthy to know: a 20% service charge is added to lunch bills.
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NOTE: Across the country, restaurants are increasingly adding automatic 18 to 20 percent service fees to customer bills in an effort to supplement worker pay and offset the federal $2.13 subminimum wage for tipped employees. For diners, however, these fees often feel like the latest squeeze, layered on top of already rising menu prices. This backlash has reignited a broader debate over how restaurant labor should be paid. Advocacy groups such as One Fair Wage argue the solution is legislative, eliminating the tipped wage altogether and establishing a universal minimum wage. At the same time, some restaurants are experimenting with all-in pricing models that build labor costs directly into menu prices, eliminating tips and surprise fees. Lawmakers are also stepping in with new transparency laws aimed at banning junk fees by requiring restaurants to clearly disclose all mandatory charges upfront. Nevertheless, looming over every reform effort is the National Restaurant Association, which represents the $600-billion restaurant industry and has spent decades successfully lobbying against minimum-wage increases.
Anthony Wong
8 months ago
It would have been embarrassing to lick the plate but I could have. This was by far the best Italian restaurant we have been to. The owner took care of us and was so kind and personable.
We will definitely be back!
We will definitely be back!
Patricia Torre
10 months ago
My absolute favorite place. Feels like a second home to us. The gnocchi and calamari is my go to for appetizer.Best bruchetta is on the house, with super crispy warm bread. I love the parpadelle pasta and the chicken parm is just out of this world. And can't forget the best part, the staff is very friendly and always on point! We have celebrated many birthdays here.
Jacqueline Lane
10 months ago
I have eaten at Fratellino several times now and it has yet to disappoint me. It is a small restaurant on the miracle mile that seats very few and must compete with the multitude of other Italian restaurants in the neighborhood, but it does that and more. Each time I go there I am warmly greeted by amazing staff who make it their job that I have a great experience. The food is incredible and every time I eat there everyone in my party tries something new with the exception of me who always has the pear ravioli (OUTSTANDING). The food tastes like a super high end restaurant with the charm of eating in an environment of friendliness. The owner is amazing at greeting guests and going table by table to make sure that customers are happy. Please go there and support an amazing restaurant with a wonderful staff and a great time. I highly recommend this for great date night, family gathering, friends and laughter!!!
Megan Thermes
11 months ago
Such a welcoming experience from start to finish! Our server Andres was amazing—super friendly and gave us fantastic recommendations that were absolutely delicious. You can tell he really cares about making sure guests have a great time. We’ll definitely be coming back!
Andrew Burger-Chaisson
12 months ago
Fratellino is an all around 10/10. It’s one of the few restaurants where we’ve had perfect food and service together. Beto made us feel at home every moment - great recommendations, comfortable seating, treating me for my birthday. New favorite spot & highly highly recommend!
Nat A
1 year ago
This was a pick up order. I ordered a lasagna, which I thought it would be delicious with all the reviews I read. The lasagna was salty, too wet, excessive sauce, excessive cheese, and almost no meat. Too expensive for what its really worth. While waiting for the order, customer service was not friendly at all.
Sarah Grutz
1 year ago
I honestly regret not coming here sooner, especially after living in Miami for so long. But it was definitely worth the wait when my husband took me here to celebrate our fourth wedding anniversary.
We tried the carpaccio, carbonara, ossobuco, and apple tart throughout the evening, and every single bite was amazing.
The service was top-notch as well. Our water and wine were always topped up, and the owner even came by several times to check in on us.
Although it’s a bit risky for them to be on UberEats, I can’t wait to visit again and try more of their delicious dishes in person!
Giulianna SFL
1 year ago
Fantastico Fratellino! Grazie Andres for your kindness and attentiveness from the moment we walked in until we were ready to leave; for not rushing our experience and for making it memorable. Compliments to the Chef for preparing an exquisite meal for men- and for le Donne too! This sumptuous meal’s grand opening was the Carpaccio Di Manzo, afterwards we dined on the divine Vitello Ai Tre Funghi and the outstanding Ossobuco Alla Milanese— the father Chef Emilio DiCarlo’s famous recipe. Now our favorite! The finish was a decadent traditional Affogato. Bravo to Beto DiCarlo and his team for granting us an authentic trip to Tuscany without departing Coral Gables. Ci vediamo a presto!
Marissa Dumford
2 years ago
Get a reservation ASAP! We are visiting from DC & were able to snag a reservation. I have Italian grandparents who would have LOVED this restaurant. The owner is friendly, attentive, and clearly loves his establishment. Which makes the vibe feel like you’re at home in your Italian grandfather’s kitchen. It feels like family. We got a lovely outside table, drank delicious wine, and everything we ate was absolutely perfection. Didn’t even get pictures because it was all so good that our phones did not eat first. Save room for dessert too! We got the apple tart with ice cream. Homemade, delicious food will have you rolling out of Fratellino with a huge smile on your face.
Ann Zakkery
2 years ago
5 stars for the service and how much they care about the clients.
We didn’t have a reservation (and I recommend you to make one, because they are quite busy)
The manager of the place gave a call to the people who were expected to come at 7:30 and asked them if they could come 20 mins later to let us have some time for dinner and not to be in a harry🧐
What?!! No one did this before for me at the restaurants.
We didn’t have a reservation (and I recommend you to make one, because they are quite busy)
The manager of the place gave a call to the people who were expected to come at 7:30 and asked them if they could come 20 mins later to let us have some time for dinner and not to be in a harry🧐
What?!! No one did this before for me at the restaurants.
The food is very well balanced.
Recommended
Eddie U
2 years ago
Had not been in a while and went with family that was in town to celebrate birthday.
Service and food amazing like always. Uncle Beto as always very happy and service oriented. We actually did not have reservations and he accommodated party immediately outside. Saw that Sun was hitting one in party and got umbrella to block.
Came out with tiramisu with candle to celebrate.
It is difficult most of the time to get reservations but it is worth it. The lunch option is also very good and no reservations taken.
It is a must visit and you will enjoy the top Italian restaurant in Florida.