Say arrivederci to one of Coral Gables’ most glamorous dining rooms: Fiola Miami is closing its doors this June. But don’t mourn too long—a Michelin-approved steakhouse is taking its place.
Gioia Hospitality Group and Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants have officially ended their partnership, with the Fiola Miami management agreement set to conclude on June 30. The refined Italian destination, known for its standout pastas and award-winning wine cellar, will serve its last meal on Saturday, June 21. Incoming in its place is Daniel’s, a Fort Lauderdale steakhouse hit that’s heading south for an encore.
Gioia founder Tom Angelo says the new Daniel’s outpost is in response to overwhelming demand. “We’ve had dozens of our regulars visit us at Daniel’s from Coral Gables and South Miami,” he told the Miami Herald. “They say this is the type of cuisine that doesn’t exist in the community.”
The Miami edition of Daniel’s will include a larger kitchen, an expanded menu (Fiola favorites like the caviar carbonara and grilled tuna puttanesca are staying), a refreshed interior palette and an elevated bar scene featuring tableside martinis and a special burger-forward bar menu. TVs will also be added to make the bar feel more like a lively hangout, albeit one where you can order Dover sole.
The transformation is being overseen by the Gioia team behind Daniel’s meteoric rise in Fort Lauderdale, which earned Michelin Guide recognition just six months after opening. That crew includes Chef Danny Ganem, Kassidy Angelo, wine and beverage director Daniel Bishop and director of operations Scott Ozler.
As for the split, it’s all love. “It has been a privilege to work alongside Chef Fabio,” said Angelo. Trabocchi echoed the sentiment: “We are proud of what we achieved together and wish Gioia Hospitality continued success in this and all their future endeavors.”
Daniel’s Miami will reopen in August. Until then, get your last bites of Fiola while you can—then prepare for a reimagined space that swaps spaghetti for steak but keeps the fine dining DNA.