Issabella's

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   Alessio

   Miami

   20 reviews

   5.0

   20 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our dinner at Issabella’s was an exceptional experience, and we highly recommend it to anyone who loves fresh seafood paired with excellent service. From the moment we arrived, the warm and welcoming atmosphere set the tone for a memorable evening. We were dining as a family with our 9-year-old daughter, and the staff went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable. They immediately helped us choose the perfect seating arrangement, asking if we preferred to sit indoors or outdoors and letting us select the table we liked best. This level of care and attentiveness continued throughout the evening, with the staff striking the perfect balance between being attentive and non-intrusive. The food was outstanding. We enjoyed a variety of seafood dishes paired with a delicious Chardonnay. The cuisine is simple yet refined, highlighting the freshness and natural flavors of the ingredients. This straightforward approach to cooking proved to be a winning formula, resulting in dishes that were flavorful and perfectly portioned to meet our expectations. One notable moment was when we ordered a whole fish. Unfortunately, the smaller size we requested was unavailable, as they use very fresh ingredients, which we appreciate. To our surprise, they offered us a larger fish at the same price as the smaller one—a thoughtful gesture that left us impressed. The timing of each course was ideal, allowing us to fully savor every bite without feeling rushed. Even the coffee was exceptional, a perfect conclusion to the meal. Toward the end of the evening, we had the pleasure of chatting with the owner after asking to speak with the chef to personally thank them for their incredible work. Simply put, Issabella’s exceeded all our expectations. If we could give more than 5 stars, we absolutely would!
   

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   Clara

   Miami

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This is the second business lunch we have at Issabella's. The experience was exquisite: the ambiance, the flavors, the presentation, the cleanliness of the restaurant, everything contributed to a most enjoyable birthday celebration! I would recommend Issabella's without a doubt. Thank you to Victor and his staff for a magnificent time!
   

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   Richard

   Miami

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 17, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I had the pleasure of dining at Issabella’s on Lincoln Road again, and once more, they exceeded all expectations. This time, we enjoyed a wonderfully curated menu. We started with Acqua Panna water and a glass of Louis Jadot Pinot Noir, which paired perfectly to kick off the evening. For appetizers, we had the house bread and mussels, both absolutely delicious. We also ordered the pear and blue cheese salad, a perfect blend of flavors. To top it all off, we indulged in a lava cake with ice cream for dessert—a truly irresistible combination. The chamomile tea was the perfect touch to end the evening on a calming note. A special thank you goes to Víctor, the manager, for his outstanding hospitality and attention to detail, ensuring everything was flawless. Mari, the hostess, and the entire service team were exceptional and attentive throughout the night. The level of service here is always a highlight! Issabella’s remains one of my favorite spots in Miami Beach. I can’t wait to return!
   

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   Lois

   Washington DC

   94 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   94 reviews

   Dined on November 16, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This is a fantastic restaurant and to think it’s on Lincoln Road. It is not overpriced. The food is fresh and excellent and the service is excellent and everything about it is fantastic. We chose to sit outside for people watching but the indoor dining room is also lovely. We will come back. This is not a tourist trap.
   

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   Nick

   Miami

   66 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   66 reviews

   Dined on November 10, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Probably the best restaurant on Lincoln Rd. Always a friendly welcome and great food and service. The octopus is one of the best I have tasted and the Cameron a ajillo are excellent This is why we keep coming back
   

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   Claudia

   Miami

   13 reviews

   5.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on November 10, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   First time at Isabella's yesterday, and looking forward to returning very soon! A dear friend of mine and I love trying new places and we had eyed Isabella's during Miami Spice months, yet sadly, did not get to try it out then. We had lunch yesterday to celebrate my Birthday and it was amazing! Exceptional customer service, from the hostess, to Victor, to the waiters - the food is delicious - we had the "gambas al ajillo", the sea food salad and the mussels. If you like cocktails, you have to try their Limoncello Spritz! We were treated to Limoncello and Narancello - both amazing! The pistachio pavlova with coulis - so yummy! Can't wait to come back and try other dishes from their menu. Thanks Victor and team for a lovely, unforgettable dining experience!!
   

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   Serena

   Seattle

   2 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 2, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We had a wonderful experience dining here. Francisco was amazing and they took my celiac disease very seriously, which is hard to find in Miami. Will definitely return on a future trip!
   

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   Rodrigo

   Miami

   19 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   19 reviews

   Dined on October 29, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had the best family gathering in a while from the bartender Alexander to Victor the GM. They made our evening so special. That’s one of the reason why we keep coming back. Thank you, Rodrigo & Clive
   

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   bruce

   West Palm Beach

   20 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   20 reviews

   Dined on October 27, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was great and so was the service. The brunch menu was amazing. Recommend this restaurant highly. Bruce G
   

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    OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    I can't say enough good things about Isabella's. In my opinion it is the best restaurant on the beach. My husband and I have now visited it about 10 times now and it is truly an amazing experience. The food it is exquisite and the service is extraordinary. The manager, Victor, is almost always there and makes us feel like family when we dine. I personally enjoyed the lamb meatballs, they find the perfect balance of flavors that make me crave them every time we are there. My husband had the shrimp linguine carbonara this time and the portion was more than enough for some take home. Everything we have tried on the menu is out of this world. We got a chance to talk to the chef, Felipe, and you can tell just from our small talk that he is passionate about making a world class cuisine. The bar is staffed by a incredibly knowledgeable and skillful bartender. Too many place will burn drinks or water them down. Here they know the line so you can really have an enjoyable cocktail. Lastly, we don't normally go in for sweets, but this place has such a great reputation we never seem able to pass it up. This place is great. They offer outdoor and indoor dining. We have never had a bad time here. Definitely a great place to take someone on a date or getting a group of 10 people together. 10/10.
    

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