Fiola Miami has just opened their rooftop restaurant and lounge, La Terrazza.
The open-air space is located on the penthouse level of the 1515 Sunset Building accessible through a private entrance with its own valet.
It boasts expansive panoramic views of the verdant Coral Gables and South Miami landscapes, perfect for instaworthy pictures of South Florida’s spectacular sunsets.
An idyllic location to also host private events, the venue accommodates 80 people seated and 150 standing with multiple seating areas, a new state-of-the-art retractable roof, sound system, chic outdoor décor, and a full-service bar.
Previously a membership-only experience, La Terrazza will remain a private membership club but will now be open to guests on a limited basis with advance reservations required.
La Terrazza guests can enjoy the views while sipping on their favorite cocktails and indulging in an exciting, bespoke menu created by Executive Chef Danny Ganem. Like its sister restaurant below, La Terrazza’s menu features an Amalfi Coast-inspired raw bar, crudos, salads, caviar service, fresh-caught seafood, as well as an array of Italian antipasti, prime meats, and mouthwatering desserts.
Indulgences include a Tuna Tartare—pine nuts, lemon, Calabrian chili, and mint; Cuscino Panino with porchetta, prosciutto, cacciocavallo, pickled cucumbers, mustard, aioli; Whole Wheat Rigatoni—ragu bolognese, foraged mushrooms, and Parmigiano Reggiano; and Champagne Zabaglione with seasonal fresh fruit, and mint.
Featured cocktail menu highlights include Basil Smash—Bombay Dry Gin, basil cordial, cucumber, and club soda; Bitter Beauty—Bacardi 8 Rum, Cynar, Saint Germain, orgeat, and lime; Las Hojas De Otoño—Volcan Tequila Blanco, fiery ginger, all-spice dram, Citrus, and Club Soda; When Pigs Can Fly—Prosciutto fat-washed Angel’s Envy Bourbon, and Vermont maple bitters; and El Claritomade with Havana Club Blanco Rum, mint cordial, and club soda.
In addition to the elevated dining experience, thoughtfully orchestrated programming for La Terrazza is scheduled with regular weekly events, as well as one-night-only experiences that will take place throughout the season.
On Thursdays La Terrazza will host Cigar Nights from 6 to 11 p.m., where aficionados can engage with a different spirit ambassador profiling a unique selection of libations, enjoying two-for-one cocktails made with those brands all evening long along with music by Luis Bofill and his band.
Additional ongoing programming will include Friday Sunset Happy Hour from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. featuring $10 cocktails and live music by local musician Carlos Andrade; a DJ spinning from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturdays; and Sunday Family Night, where children’s movies and exciting Sunday night football games can be enjoyed along with a menu highlighting family-friendly comfort food options -like lasagna and meatballs beginning at 5 p.m.
La Terrazza will be launching a Jazz Brunch in January 2023.
Guests interested in the perks of La Terrazza membership, including complimentary valet for both La Terrazza and Fiola Miami; member’s only seating; priority seating at peak times at both at La Terrazza and Fiola Miami, and much more, are encouraged to reach out to: [email protected].
La Terrazza is located at 1500 San Ignacio Avenue in Coral Gables and will be open Wednesday to Sunday, with various hours of operation: Wednesdays from 6 p.m.-11 p.m., Thursdays through Saturdays from 6 p.m.-Midnight, and Sundays from 5 p.m.-11 p.m.