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09/16/2026
Nino on life lessons from the vineyard, “Chianti’s popularity was just a short year away. My relatives, however, were not in the bottling business. But, like a lot of farmers, they tended to vineyards, so they sent me to stay with the ones who were grape farmers. I hated the physical labor of the vineyards more and more; equipped with a pair of scissors I would cut the grapes, throw them into a container that I was carrying on my shoulder, then walk to the carriage to unload into a large oak barrel, which cows then pulled to the farm. It was endless cutting, loading, unloading. I had no strength in my hands because they were small, and most of the time the scissors did not cut well, so I used my teeth. Then, at sundown those of us too small to cart the barrels were assigned to the large oak casks to stomp and press grapes with our feet. It would be many years before I would smile at this sight. Why? It was like the episode in “I Love Lucy” where she presses the grapes, except then it was not funny; it was hard work.
In the countryside we would have lunch under the shade of a tree and listen to the crickets sing. It was hot and I was nostalgic for home. I was angry with my parents for sending me away from them. But in retrospect it made me a man; it taught me to value money-the liras then and the dollar now—to cherish work and the importance of food at work and home, and, most important, the respect honest working people deserve. -From Nino Pernetti’s Caffe Abbracci Cookbook,📕 His Life Story and Travels around the World.🌎
09/14/2026
There’s a reason Caffe Abbracci has been a Coral Gables favorite for decades. Great Italian food, warm hospitality, and the kind of atmosphere that makes every meal feel special. 🇮🇹🍷 Come in, settle in, and let us take care of the rest.
09/11/2026
Aldo created a new cocktail called The “Abbracci Spritz.” It’s crafted from tequila blanco, Limoncello, fresh lemon 🍋 and lime 🍋🟩 juice and a splash of soda. Its garnished with Amarena cherries.🍒 Here’s how he mixes the magic! Experience it next time that you visit our lounge.
09/10/2026
Carpaccio di Manzo, thinly sliced beef,🥩 topped with parmesan slivers,🧀 olive oil-mustard dressing, arugula and julienne radicchio. Nino used to joke that the guests at Caffe Abbracci in 1989, didn’t know what beef carpaccio was. Now it’s on the menu at every Italian restaurant, but how many actually do it right? The key is using very fresh, high-quality beef, sliced paper-thin and served very cold. By the way, the dish was invented by Giuseppe Cipriani, owner of Harry’s Bar in Venice, Italy, in 1950. Harry’s is also where the Bellini was created and is still in operation today.🇮🇹
09/09/2026
“Great service, great food🍝 in intimate ambience. Owner passed away a couple of years ago. Very sad but remaining staff are very friendly and great at what they do. Food quality has never changed.” -Mike F., Miami, FL (Yelp) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
09/04/2026
September marks the peak of Italian grape harvesting season called, la vendemmia.🍇🇮🇹 It’s an exciting time in Italy with festivals, grape picking tours and special w**e tastings. To celebrate, we are introducing “Vendemmia Tuesdays.” Each Tuesday during September, we will offer 50% off select Italian w**es by the bottle. Italian w**es have always made up the foundation of our w**e list. Tatiana and Katerina visited countless vineyards with their father, Nino, on their summer vacations.🛫⛰️ Many of the w**es that he discovered are still on our list today. Come join the celebration next Tuesday!!
09/04/2026
Margarita Italiana, our version of the classic tequila cocktail!🍹 We lovingly craft it from Herradura Blanco, lime 🍋🟩, amaretto, triple sec and agave. Think 🇲🇽 meets 🇮🇹. Aldo shows you how it’s done.
09/03/2026
At Caffe Abbracci, exceptional service is just as important as exceptional cuisine. From the moment you walk through our doors, our experienced and professional staff is dedicated to making every guest feel like family.🧑🧑🧒🧒 Whether it’s recommending the perfect w**e,🍷 remembering your favorite dish, or making every celebration special,🥳 genuine hospitality is at the heart of everything we do.
09/02/2026
Make note. We will be serving dinner only on Labor Day!🇺🇸
09/02/2026
Join us for four very special Guest Sommelier Nights with Italian w**e specialist Salvatore Gaeta from Casa Gaeta. Salvatore will be offering complimentary samples and special bottle pricing on September 4, 11, 18 & 25, from 5:30PM until 8:30PM. Learn about Italian w**es and taste some delicious vintages. Make your reservations now.
08/31/2026
Another simple, yet elegant example of Italian cuisine is our Penne della Nonna: eggplant,🍆 pecorino cheese,🧀 fresh tomato 🍅 sauce and basil🌿. Eggplant, commonly used in Italian cooking, is a late summer crop in Italy. It’s grown year-round in Florida.
08/28/2026
Il Mulo is our version of a Moscow Mule! Watch as Aldo crafts a magical mixture of Ketel One, Italicus, ginger b**r and lime. By the way, the Moscow Mule was not created in Russia 🇷🇺, but rather at the famous C**k ‘n’ Bull pub in Los Angeles, California🇺🇸 in 1941!
08/26/2026
“Never fails!! …always perfect! From the service to the drinks to, of course, the delicious food...in all the years we’ve been going, we have never once had an even mediocre experience. It’s always just right.” -Olga R., Hardeeville, SC (Yelp) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
08/24/2026
Nino on catering to Koreans and non-Koreans at an American hotel in Seoul, South Korea,🇰🇷 “The Chosun Hotel was the first American hotel in South Korea. The restaurants were always packed, as we brought in a variety of Australian🇦🇺 and Philippine🇵🇭 entertainers. But we still had some cultural issues to resolve. A peculiar problem concerned a traditional Korean food, kimchee, cabbage marinated in garlic, which Koreans eat with everything. The result was that everyone stank from the garlic, and we were receiving many complaints from non-Korean customers. We stopped serving kimchee to the staff. The employees grumbled, but the hotel smelled better.
In the rooftop supper club we regularly featured all-girl reviews. It was the Las Vegas of Seoul. The girls, all from Australia, were tall and great looking. No gambling. At the American military base I befriended and consequently hired Michael Pope to be the master of ceremonies for each show and any other event held at the hotel. He did this in exchange for meals. Michael was military and a newscaster on American television in Seoul. He had a charismatic baritone voice, perfect for the emcee of our shows.🎙️
Finally the foreign community had food it was familiar with, and it was music to their stomachs.” -From Nino Pernetti’s Caffe Abbracci Cookbook,📕 His Life Story and Travels around the World.🌎
08/21/2026
Our anniversary celebration kicks off TONIGHT and continues tomorrow. 🥳🎉🍾🎺A few tables remain. Make your reservations now! Don’t miss out.
08/20/2026
Our big Anniversary Celebration weekend kicks off tomorrow!!!🍾🎺🎙️🍸🥳 Make your reservations now, before we sell out!
08/19/2026
This is Aldo! He has been working at Abbracci for over four years. Lately, he has showcasing his mixology skills behind the bar. He really enjoys the face to face nature of interacting with guests from across the bar. He even created a new cocktail he calls the “Abbracci Spritz.” It’s crafted from tequila blanco, Limoncello, fresh lemon 🍋 and lime 🍋🟩 juice and a splash of soda. It’s garnished with Amarena cherries.🍒 It’s not on the cocktail list though. It’s one of those IYKYK things. Now you do!😉
08/18/2026
Make your reservations now for this weekend’s big anniversary celebration! Friday: Old Fashioned Happy Hour with Don Q. Friday & Saturday night: Celebratory Prosecco 🍾for each guest, complimentary spirits tasting, special creations by Chef Massimiliano, Sandro Travarelli 🎺on Friday, August 21st and Joseph Pages🎙️on Saturday, August 22nd.
08/17/2026
Make your reservations now for this weekend’s big anniversary celebration! Celebratory Prosecco 🍾for each guest, complimentary spirits tasting, special creations by Chef Massimiliano, Sandro Travarelli 🎺on Friday, August 21st and Joseph Pages 🎙️on Saturday, August 22nd. You won’t want to miss it!!!🎉
08/15/2026
Make your reservations now for our two-night anniversary celebration on Friday, August 21st and Saturday, August 22nd.
Address
318 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, FL
33134
To get to the location on Aragon Avenue in Coral Gables, you can take the Miami Metrorail and get off at the Douglas Road Station. From there, it is a short walk to the destination. Alternatively, if you are driving, you can take US-1 and turn onto Aragon Avenue. There are several parking options available nearby including street parking and paid parking lots.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11:30am - 10:30pm |
| Tuesday |
11:30am - 10:30pm |
| Wednesday |
11:30am - 10:30pm |
| Thursday |
11:30am - 10:30pm |
| Friday |
11:30am - 11pm |
| Saturday |
6pm - 11pm |
| Sunday |
6pm - 10:30pm |
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What people say
Italian restaurants are known for their warm and welcoming ambiance, exquisite service, and mouth-watering cuisine. Caffe Abbracci on Aragon Avenue in Coral Gables is a perfect example of an Italian restaurant that embodies all these qualities. The name "Abbracci" means "hugs" in Italian, and the restaurant's atmosphere and service make customers feel like they are being embraced with affection.
One of the standout dishes at Caffe Abbracci is their Center Cut Filet Mignon, which is dry-aged for 10 oz. and served au jus. This dish is a carnivore's dream come true! But it's not just about the meat - Caffe Abbracci also offers classic Italian comfort food like Old School Bolognese and Classic Lasagna Bolognese that will transport you to Nonna's kitchen.
And let's not forget about dessert! Tiramisu is a staple on every Italian restaurant menu, but Caffe Abbracci takes it to another level with their lovingly crafted version made from layers of ladyfingers soaked in espresso with whipped cream and mascarpone cheese.
But what really sets Caffe Abbracci apart is their dedication to honoring the legacy of founder Nino Pernetti. On the first anniversary of his passing, guests were offered a complimentary glass of Prosecco to toast his remarkable life. It's clear that this restaurant values its patrons as much as its delicious food.
Overall, if you're looking for an authentic Italian dining experience with exceptional service and cuisine, look no further than Caffe Abbracci in Coral Gables.
