Disappointed. Food was nothing special. Plating was very ordinary; white pasta on a white plate? How about a dusting of parsley at least? Portions small. 20% tip added to the bill automatically on dinner for 2. With so many choices close by, we probably could have done better.
RichardS
Everything was up to my expectations. I was surprised that on a Sunday evening that there were not more people eating at the place. I think they have to advertise more so people know they are there.
DrSusan2013
Once again, a lovely dinner! The commitment of this family owned restaurant to the highest quality and preparation of dishes. The truffled spaghetti had real truffles, not truffle oil. It is well worth the price whether for a family dinner or a Wednesday night meal.
TIMB
Food and service was very good but not exceptional or fine Italian dining. There was no ambiance. The restaurant is a storefront. The patio outside dining is just the second floor of the strip mall overlooking the parking lot. Only three choices for wine by the glass ranging from 14-16 dollars. Cheapest bottle wine was $60. Automatically added 20% tip when bill came so be sure not to overtip. Much better restaurants on Key Biscayne and the mainland. Not really worth the drive.
jjharriso
Fantastic Italian dining experience. The food was absolutely delicious. My wife and I were on the hunt for an authentic Italian meal and we got it. Tremendous food...one of Key Biscayne's best!
AllenD
Food was decent.... the service was horrible. They two young ladies who we're waiting on us were condescending, slow and seemed bothered we were there. We we're staying nearby at the Ritz, and they told us the restaurant next to them was far better..... we should have listened. I would not recommend this place at all.
CharlieJ
This was a superb Italian dining experience. The food was outstanding and the service excellent. We shared a Ceasar Salad, my spouse had the Lobster Ravioli and I had the Grilled Lamb Chops. Really. really good Lobster Ravioli with good amount of actual lobster meat, and the grilled lamb chops were cooked perfectly and very tasty. We sat a nice quiet table outside on the patio. Our servers were excellent. Timed everything correctly, were attentive when needed, and at the end, engaged in a very nice conversation. Really close to the Ritz hotel, but a little hard to spot in the strip mall like environment with a couple of other restaurants. Sign on window a little hard to spot but well worth looking for. Easily one of the best dining experiences in Key Biscayne and reasonably priced!
ElizabethP
This was our second time. My Italian mother-in-law said it was her best meal in Miami, so we've been 2x during her visit. The owners are from Sardegna and are lovely people. Here are our recommendations so far -- Lamb, Veal Tonato, Spaghetti alle Vongole, Risotto, Branzino was extremely fresh and delicious. Great wine list as well! Looking forward to returning soon!
steveK
Ristorante Forchetta is elegantly simple. The food is superb, the service is highly attentive but not overbearing, and the prices are very reasonable given the quality of the food and the experience. A wonderful place to discover with good friends.
Richard
This is the second dinner we had there recently, and each time, the quality of the food and the service were top notch. Not an inexpensive dinner by any stretch, but everything was excellent
2nd visit in two days, it's that good! Went with the truffle spaghetti; AMAZING! Real truffle too, not the stuff that's sometimes sold to you as truffle but tastes like nothing.
YvonneC
What a gem! Took my German family here as they wanted Italian for dinner, meaning Italian-Italian, not American-Italian. The food was amazing! Favorites were the Vongole appetizer and the Truffle Fiocchetti! Service was great as well. Very attentive and knowledgeable. We'll be back!
fruchymom
Love this restaurant, for eating al fresco...and excellent AND quick take-out! (Have never eaten inside...) Consistently delicious, with gracious service. Lots of menu items—something for everyone, although we are particular fans especially of the branzino, the pastas, the shrimp. The portions sizes are moderate. Will returns nd encourage others to. Bravo!
D7184SLalexw
this was the goo too experience of my life just too goo on the bill wen i bit into the too goo i just ate and ate and ate and ate and ate and ate and ate
H Spencer
I had a superb in this place. We liked the awesome vibes and the food. The staff members were very friendly. I am glad we ultimately decided to visit this place.
Disappointed. Food was nothing special. Plating was very ordinary; white pasta on a white plate? How about a dusting of parsley at least? Portions small. 20% tip added to the bill automatically on dinner for 2. With so many choices close by, we probably could have done better.
Everything was up to my expectations. I was surprised that on a Sunday evening that there were not more people eating at the place. I think they have to advertise more so people know they are there.
Once again, a lovely dinner! The commitment of this family owned restaurant to the highest quality and preparation of dishes. The truffled spaghetti had real truffles, not truffle oil. It is well worth the price whether for a family dinner or a Wednesday night meal.
Food and service was very good but not exceptional or fine Italian dining. There was no ambiance. The restaurant is a storefront. The patio outside dining is just the second floor of the strip mall overlooking the parking lot. Only three choices for wine by the glass ranging from 14-16 dollars. Cheapest bottle wine was $60. Automatically added 20% tip when bill came so be sure not to overtip. Much better restaurants on Key Biscayne and the mainland. Not really worth the drive.
Fantastic Italian dining experience. The food was absolutely delicious. My wife and I were on the hunt for an authentic Italian meal and we got it. Tremendous food...one of Key Biscayne's best!
Food was decent.... the service was horrible. They two young ladies who we're waiting on us were condescending, slow and seemed bothered we were there. We we're staying nearby at the Ritz, and they told us the restaurant next to them was far better..... we should have listened. I would not recommend this place at all.
This was a superb Italian dining experience. The food was outstanding and the service excellent. We shared a Ceasar Salad, my spouse had the Lobster Ravioli and I had the Grilled Lamb Chops. Really. really good Lobster Ravioli with good amount of actual lobster meat, and the grilled lamb chops were cooked perfectly and very tasty. We sat a nice quiet table outside on the patio. Our servers were excellent. Timed everything correctly, were attentive when needed, and at the end, engaged in a very nice conversation. Really close to the Ritz hotel, but a little hard to spot in the strip mall like environment with a couple of other restaurants. Sign on window a little hard to spot but well worth looking for. Easily one of the best dining experiences in Key Biscayne and reasonably priced!
This was our second time. My Italian mother-in-law said it was her best meal in Miami, so we've been 2x during her visit. The owners are from Sardegna and are lovely people. Here are our recommendations so far -- Lamb, Veal Tonato, Spaghetti alle Vongole, Risotto, Branzino was extremely fresh and delicious. Great wine list as well! Looking forward to returning soon!
Ristorante Forchetta is elegantly simple. The food is superb, the service is highly attentive but not overbearing, and the prices are very reasonable given the quality of the food and the experience. A wonderful place to discover with good friends.
This is the second dinner we had there recently, and each time, the quality of the food and the service were top notch. Not an inexpensive dinner by any stretch, but everything was excellent
Restaurantji Recommends
2nd visit in two days, it's that good! Went with the truffle spaghetti; AMAZING! Real truffle too, not the stuff that's sometimes sold to you as truffle but tastes like nothing.
What a gem! Took my German family here as they wanted Italian for dinner, meaning Italian-Italian, not American-Italian. The food was amazing! Favorites were the Vongole appetizer and the Truffle Fiocchetti! Service was great as well. Very attentive and knowledgeable. We'll be back!
Love this restaurant, for eating al fresco...and excellent AND quick take-out! (Have never eaten inside...) Consistently delicious, with gracious service. Lots of menu items—something for everyone, although we are particular fans especially of the branzino, the pastas, the shrimp. The portions sizes are moderate. Will returns nd encourage others to. Bravo!
this was the goo too experience of my life just too goo on the bill wen i bit into the too goo i just ate and ate and ate and ate and ate and ate and ate
I had a superb in this place. We liked the awesome vibes and the food. The staff members were very friendly. I am glad we ultimately decided to visit this place.