Cafe Sambal
Miami, FL 33131
Phone: (305) 913-8251
Fax: (305) 913-8300
- Price:
- $$$$
- Hours:
- Daily 6:30pm-12am
Editorial Review for Cafe Sambal – by Bill Citara
In Short
Despite this cafe's almost-too-discreet entrance, inside it makes an expansive design statement with a seashell-inlaid terrazzo floor, rawhide chairs and a contemporary waterfall incorporated into a long dining table. The waterfront outdoor patio makes for fab alfresco dining. An excellent onion and Gorgonzola pizza comes with chunks of hard, under-ripe, barely caramelized pears; an adventurous-sounding veal chop with lobster polenta and wild mushroom ragout is just a well-cooked piece of meat with scant crustacean flavor.
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Insider Tips
Where to SitAsk for the outdoor patio. Even on the warmest of summer nights the refreshing breeze coming off the water will cool you down.
When to GoThe hotel restaurant's isolated location in Brickell Key means you won't have to fight through crowds to get a dinner table; for something different, try breakfast (served starting at 6:30am).
User Reviews for Cafe Sambal
08/12/2007 Posted by pearljen
I love cafe sambal! I have been there multiple times, usually for lunch or dinner. The staff is always extremely friendly--particularly Drew, my favorite waiter. My friend and I always sit outside--usually on a really comfy couch that they have. The drinks are all wonderful. The lychee saketini is probably the best I have ever had. The wines are great. I had a really nice Malbec there, and when I returned I couldnt remember what type of wine I liked. To help me out, the waitress came with about 3 wines to let me sample until I found the one I had liked so much the previous time. The noodle chips they bring out with the most delicious wasabi mustard dipping sauce is TO DIE FOR!! I could eat just that alone. Then, I usually get edamame. For an entree, my friend and I usually share the pad thai. They always split the portion for us with no additional "sharing fee" that many places charge. The riceless sushi roll is also very good. For dessert, they have a delicious chocolate ball filled with chocolate mousse. I usually dont like mousse, but this is really delicious! The atmosphere is relaxed and scenic. Great for a date or to go with a friend to have great food, drinks, and conversation. I highly recommend it there!
Pros: Beautiful waterview, great service, great drinks!
Cons: Not cheap, have to valet, extremely quiet--almost dead at times
10/08/2006 Posted by glamore411
The setting is tranquil. The perfect spot for a quiet lunch. No one rushes you or tries to make you feel unwelcome. Quite the contrary. Everyone, from thr lovely hostess to our efficient waiter encouraged us to take our time and enjoy ourselves. The sushi is ever so fresh. Each bite is cool and crisp in your mouth. The Cafe is decorated beautifully-Asian themed with a beautiful long wall dividing space so elegantly. Everything is immaculate, from the floors to the waiter's uniforms. It's so peaceful and quiet, you can really enjoy your dining companion's conversation. This is a rare treat in cell phone obsessed Miami. The Management has done an outstanding job staffing, training and maintaining an extraordinary lunch spot. it doesn't hurt that it's inside the beautiful Mandarian Oriental Hotel.
Pros: delightful decor, excellent service, quiet
Cons: parking is expensive
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