La Trattoria Ocean Drive
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La Trattoria Ocean Drive
Italian trattoria on Ocean Drive serving fresh pasta, paella and cocktails steps from the sand
About La Trattoria Ocean Drive
Highlights
Date Night
Beach Getaway
Brunch with Friends
Signature Paella Imperiale
Signature Burrata e Prosciutto
Reservations Recommended
Wheelchair Accessible
Trendy
Dining Essentials
Dress Code
Casual
Typical Visit
45-75 minutes
Verified
8.7
/10Service
9.0
Ambience
8.0
Food Quality
9.0
Value for Money
8.0
Location
9.0
Score derived from 8,700+ public reviews
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Buzzing
DaysTuesday
Times8–9pm
Relaxed
DaysWeekdays
TimesOff-peak hours
Reservations are recommended. Weekday mornings around 8-9am and mid-afternoons (2-4pm) on Thursday tend to be the quietest windows. They offer a happy hour. Ask about current specials. A typical dinner runs $20-80 per person. On-site parking is available.
Open Until 12:00 AM
Monday8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thursday8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Reviews
ServiceFood QualityCocktails
The Experience
Category
Amenities
Reservations RecommendedWheelchair AccessibleTrendyWine ListPet-FriendlyPatioAccessible RestroomCredit Cards AcceptedBeer SelectionGarage ParkingCozyRomantic
Signature Dishes
Paella Imperiale
A seafood paella frequently singled out by guests as a standout dish.
Burrata e Prosciutto
Fresh burrata served with prosciutto, a popular appetizer among guests.
Lemon Chicken
A frequently mentioned chicken dish praised by returning guests.
Crispy Calamari
Fried calamari noted often in reviews as a favorite starter.
Mojito
A popular cocktail, especially during two-for-one happy hour.
What People Love
Service: Guests repeatedly single out individual servers for being attentive, friendly, and multilingual, often noting they went above and beyond to make the visit feel special.
Food Quality: Visitors frequently mention the paella, pasta, burrata, lemon chicken and calamari as standout dishes with generous portions.
Cocktails: The two-for-one happy hour mojitos and Aperol spritzes come up often as a highlight, with guests noting the drinks are not watered down.
Atmosphere: The outdoor patio facing Ocean Drive and Lummus Park is praised for its relaxed, people-watching setting ideal for a laid-back evening.
Value: Several guests note the prices are reasonable for Ocean Drive given the portion sizes and quality.
Know Before You Go
- Dinner reservations are recommended, especially for evening visits.
- Parking is available in a paid garage nearby; street spots can be limited on Ocean Drive.
- Happy hour runs with two-for-one drink specials, a good time to visit for cocktails.
- Outdoor seating faces Ocean Drive and Lummus Park, perfect for people-watching but can get warm midday.
Frequently Asked Questions
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