Miami’s buzziest new Italian restaurant wants you to forget everything you know about ordering dinner. San Lorenzo, opening tomorrow, May 31 on the banks of Little River, ditches traditional menus entirely in favor of one simple question: Carne or pesce? (That is, meat or fish, if you've been skipping those Duolingo lessons.)
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From there, diners are treated to a $140 prix fixe experience for two, crafted by Executive Chef Giulio Rossi and served course by surprise course. Each dish is revealed in the moment, turning dinner into something more like a slow-burn performance, one where the audience never quite knows what’s coming next. “San Lorenzo is all about letting the ingredients shine,” says Rossi. “By narrowing the focus, we ensure that every dish is a standout. We want guests to feel a sense of excitement and trust, knowing they’re getting the very best.”
The no-menu concept is the latest from 84 Magic Hospitality (of Cotoletta fame), and it’s set in a transportive 44-seat space with Venetian lighting and a terracotta-toned terrace that spills out onto the water. Designed by Eduardo Suarez and Milan’s Alessio Bernardinito, the interiors channel Lake Como elegance with just the right amount of Miami edge.
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Everything is intentional—especially the bar, which feels like a page out of 1930s Venice. Expect bold Negronis, classic Bellinis and a sharp, all-red wine list to match the richness of the fare. True to form, the bar offers just one brand per spirit, an homage to craftsmanship over clutter.
And don’t bother searching for a Resy link; reservations here are strictly by phone at (786)-828-7136. That’s part of the charm. At San Lorenzo, the hospitality is as old-school as the cooking and that’s exactly the point.
The restaurant is open Wednesday through Sunday from 6pm to 11pm at 620 NE 78th Street. Just show up, say “carne” or “pesce” and let the night unfold from there!