Caffe Abbracci has been a fixture of Coral Gables since 1989, opened by Nino Pernetti, whose warmth set the tone for the restaurant long after his passing. That same personable hospitality carries on, with service known for treating newcomers and regulars alike with familiarity.
The restaurant is split into two sections: a bar beneath a stained glass ceiling and an intimate dining room beyond it. Soundproofed ceilings and walls keep each table's conversation private, giving the space an insulated, old-world feel that has barely shifted over the decades.
The menu leans on classic Italian dishes done with care — beef carpaccio sliced thin enough to cut with a spoon, and linguine with clams among the standards. Veal parmesan, though absent from the printed menu, can be prepared to order in whatever style a guest requests.
The restaurant is split into two sections: a bar beneath a stained glass ceiling and an intimate dining room beyond it. Soundproofed ceilings and walls keep each table's conversation private, giving the space an insulated, old-world feel that has barely shifted over the decades.
The menu leans on classic Italian dishes done with care — beef carpaccio sliced thin enough to cut with a spoon, and linguine with clams among the standards. Veal parmesan, though absent from the printed menu, can be prepared to order in whatever style a guest requests.