Red Fish Grill
Coral Gables, FL 33156-4268
Phone: (305) 668-8788
- Price:
- $$$
- Best of Citysearch:
- Romantic Date Spot 2008
- Hours:
- Sun-Fri 6pm-10pm, Sat 5pm-10pm
Editorial Review for Red Fish Grill – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
Tucked away in a remote corner of verdant Matheson Hammock Park on the edge of a protected saltwater lagoon, the Grill has the kind of idyllic tropical location that's the stuff of travel magazine features. Dine on shrimp--offered fresh, cocktail-style or fried with lemon-garlic aioli--Mediterranean salad, dolphin Provencal and barbecued grouper. Reserve a table on the expansive beachfront patio, where you can sit under swaying palms and savor a slice of Key lime pie.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThis isn't the easiest restaurant to find. Once you enter the park, just stay on the main road. Eventually you'll drive right into the Grill's parking lot.
Where to SitFor a taste of Hollywood history, request Cameron Diaz's table that was used in the filming of "There's Something About Mary."
User Reviews for Red Fish Grill
02/20/2008 Posted by kstretch1
My husband took me to Red Fish Grill for my birthday. I had never been there before, but he told me that it had come highly recommended and to give it a try. I am a tough critic as I am in the restaurant industry and I have to say, Red Fish exceeded my expectations. The ambiance is absolutely beautiful. The restaurant itself is a historic building with authentic coral rock and the lighting and artwork is very nicely done. Outside is the best. Palm trees are wrapped in twinkle lights and the view is spectacular. The food was very good. We started with the calamari and tuna wonton. The calamari was excellent and we really liked the lemon garlic aioli it was served with. The tuna wonton was really good and the presentation nicely done. For entrees we had the Seabass with a white bean ragout and seafood risotto. Both were full of flavor and the fish was fresh. The risotto was one of the best I've ever had. Dessert was key lime pie, which did not disappoint. The service was friendly and timely and we really enjoyed the casual atmosphere. I will absolutely be back here!
09/02/2007 Posted by envirojon
We were a party of 6, and tried 5 of the main courses. My wife and I both had the Snapper. The Red Wine sauce was a little sweet for my taste, but the Snapper didn't need any enhancement . It was very tasty seasoned as it was. The mixed carrots and squash were cooked al dente, leaving the taste that is sometimes steamed out of vegetables. The mashed potatoes were smooth and tasty. My 10 year old granddaughter had the most tender and tasty churrasco steak that I have tasted in the Miami area (I had to try it), and it was the first time she has ever finished that large a steak. My 12 year old grandson had the Seafood Risotto, and he polished that off in record time. My Son-in-Law had the Salmon, and he seemed to enjoy it. My Daughter had the Filet Mignon, and she enjoyed it to no end. She didn't like the arrugula vegetable mix, but my Son-in-Law did. The only thing left on our plates, was some of the yellow rice mixed w/peas and veggies on my Granddaughter's plate. Although she complimented the taste (this from a girl who would rather have plain white rice), it was too large a portion for a 10 year old girl to finish. The bread was a little coarse in texture, but with a chewy crust that I enjoy. The oil and pepper accompaniment for the bread was spoiled by a dollop of vinegar. My Grandson's shrimp appetizer consisted of 4 very large, tasty shrimp. My Garden Salad had a little too much vinegrette dressing for my taste, and I will remember to ask for dressing on the side, the next time I go. My wife and Son-in-Law enjoyed their Mediterranean Salads. My daughter doesn't like coconut, so her Flan, though good, was about the same as the excellent "Lila's" flan that abounds in Miami. My Granddaughter had the Chocolate Cheesecake that had an Oreo cookie coating -very rich and satisfying. It is somewhat pricey for us to use as a routine eatery, more of a special occasion type restaurant. We will be going back.
Pros: Very romantic and the service is excellent
Cons: A little pricey for routing dining, more for special occasions
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