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Contessa - Miami, Miami, FL

Contessa - Miami

4.6
4.6
398 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
8:30 p.m.
Booked 63 times today
  • Fancy
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Contessa, the glamorous, all-day venue in the Miami Design District, is designed to welcome guests to eat, drink, celebrate, see and be seen well into the night, in the most elegant yet energetic neighborhood in Miami. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious options, from feasts of antipasti, carpaccios and pizzas, to pastas and large steaks. A vast wine list, classic cocktails and a selection of dolci punctuate a beautiful meal.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue–Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 398 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Downtown Areas

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Contessa in Miami's Design District offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and a "beautiful ambiance." Guests love the Italian-inspired menu, featuring standout dishes like the lobster capellini and meatballs. While some reviews note service inconsistencies, the overall atmosphere, attentive staff, and delicious cuisine make it a recommended spot.
398 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great birthday dinner with my finance. Service was outstanding, ambiance exquisite. The food was the star of the show with fresh homemade pasta and tasty drinks!

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  2. Susan

    Miami6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Welcoming receiving hosts. The waiters were under pressure. It took time to make an order and had to attract attention. Took the wine bottle away before it was finished and asked for it back. Did not leave the bottle near the table

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  3. sonjie VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a pleasant surprise. I've had friends who have suggested this place. I'm glad I got the chance. It didn't disappoint.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Miami1 review

    1.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    I have never made a review on this app but I have to because I have been to Contessa a few times and was amazing. I was thrilled to take someone new there and had the worst experience. She took our appetizer order and I didn’t see her for awhile. We even finished the apps and we order still and sparkling water. Those glasses were empty most of the time we were there. After we finished the apps and had empty glasses she finally showed up and took our lunch order. My pasta was cold and my bfs was so salty his hands swelled up after. He literally took 2 bites. She came by and didn’t even ask if the food was ok. She never refilled the water. She brings the bill with automatic 20% tip. I just wanted to ask her if she felt like she deserved it. Unfortunately we will never be coming back.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Miami1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my 4th time here. The food is always delicious. The ambiance is great. This time, I brought my son who was visiting from college and has life-threatening food allergies to peanuts and tree nuts and is vegan. The way the staff handled his food allergies was nothing short of perfection! Our waiter, Angel, knew the ingredients of every dish inside out and flawlessly made recommendations. He even offered the coconut and pineapple mint sorbet for dessert, which are both peanut and tree nut free and vegan. My son enjoyed the dessert with so much gusto because he usually doesn’t get to have dessert. I will continue to frequent Contessa and recommended it highly to everyone I know! My son, and I think all of you for your impeccable service!

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  6. Deep VIP

    Greater Boston13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Knowledgeable staff about the food. Great experience.

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  7. Martin VIP

    New York City23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful outdoor patio surrounded by plants. Delicious salads!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    2.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The rigatoni bolognese was extremely salty. The service was ok.

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  9. Renata

    Miami1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love so much your experience My daughter has been doing birthday there

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Miami1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect, I recommend the place and I will definitely be back.

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Contessa - Miami is rated 4.6 stars by 398 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
8:30 p.m.
Booked 63 times today
Google Map for Contessa - Miami

115 NE 41st St, Miami, FL 33137

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Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Design District
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue–Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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