Sofia Italian Restaurant Miami

This is one of my absolute favorite places in Miami. It’s a rare restaurant that does an exceptional job with every component of the overall experience. I’ve been in twice to eat & drink, and sat at the bar both times, where Alonzo and Alessio were fantastic in their attentiveness & interactions. The food is excellent - scallop crudo is unreal, and among the best gluten free pasta I’ve ever had - w/ the pesto *chef’s kiss*. The atmosphere is very ‘refined Miami’ in the best way. Additionally, Gary swung by to say hello and was very welcoming.

Mario and his team gave me such a warm welcome. They were all smiles and banter as I walked in the door. When I was indecisive about my meal (because there were so many delicious options), Mario asked me to allow them to cook me for. I agreed to the chef's menu (chef's choice) and I was thrilled. They worked around my food preferences and came up with an incredible meal. The gluten-free pasta was one of the best I've tasted outside of California. Also contributing to the atmosphere was the camaraderie amongst the staff. Sometimes you can go to a restaurant and it's "all business." Here, I witnessed a team of people enjoying what they did, working together to bring a meal to life. The vibe was chill, first class and playful. This was a culinary delight, an experience for all the senses. I went on a Saturday night and they had a DJ spinning. I'll be back!