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La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach Reviews List

La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Inspired by the Côte d’Azur, La Côte at Fontainebleau Miami Beach is a chic, two-level restaurant situated beach and poolside. The poolside restaurant’s relaxed environment serves simple, accessible fare to those looking to dine casually and in style. Menu highlights include Fruits de la Mer, salads, crudités, char-grilled seafood and meats, all complemented by refreshing desserts. The open-air restaurant on La Côte’s upper level overlooks the pool and ocean and offers guests the flavorful cuisine of the South of France, as well as a lively DJ inspired bar scene with fashionable cocktails and tapas-style snacks.
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59 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
(59 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 59 reviews
5 stars
(23)
4 stars
(18)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(3)
Food 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • great for outdoor dining(41)
  • great for lunch(25)
  • hot spot(25)
  • scenic view(21)
  • good for groups(15)
  • vibrant bar scene(12)
La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach Reviews List
Review 1 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Only thing that tasted amazing was the raspberry lemonade"
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 2 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Don't miss this place when

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Don't miss this place when in Miami Beach!!! Awesome setting- ask for upper deck-fantastic service!! Very good food!!! We were lucky enough to catch the 'once in a Bleau moon' price fixe special- offered once a month... Excellent choices, food and value!!! This is a wonderful place to reconnect with loved ones and bask in the beauty that is true Miami Beach!!! Loved it!!!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 3 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very good food in a nice atmosphere

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very good food in a nice atmosphere :-)"
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2012
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Review 4 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Way too expensive for the

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Way too expensive for the quality of the food and service. Limited menu. Would NOT recommend."
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2006
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Review 5 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The day was sunny and warm,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The day was sunny and warm, the service was excellent and the food delicious. It was a wonderful way to celebrate my 71th birthday. We were joined by my widowed sister who had honeymooned at the hotel 52 years ago. Needless to say it was a totally enjoyable experience for all. Hope to return soon."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 6 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Overpriced............overcrowded..

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Overpriced............overcrowded........chaotic........better suited to a late night south beach bar. Not a place for a quiet lunch nor dinner."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 7 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Open Air Beauty!! Amazing food!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was a delightful place to each lunch when first arriving to South Beach. I wish we had asked to be seated upstairs because that is where the view definitely was - we didn't think to ask until it was too late. Despite that, it was an incredible experience. I got one of their Mediterranean dishes, which was scrumptious. I loved the hand cleaning towels brought out in a shell to freshen up and I also loved the open air kitchen. It was a vibrant but relaxed restaurant with beautiful people and lovely food. Was pricey, but we knew that going in. Worth it for a special treat with that special someone!! Wonderful food! Wonderful view! Wonderful for a beautiful outside type of day!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 8 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Typical overpriced South Beach

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Typical overpriced South Beach hot spot. Food is average at best, no creativity and poor execution. I guess "La Cote" tries to emulate a fancy seaside French Riviera restaurant, but fails quite miserably in the process. Also, the service was atrocious. Great for drinks and people watching, terrible for food eating!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 9 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I ordered a short rib pappardelle

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I ordered a short rib pappardelle dish that was properly prepared but lacked true flavor. Although the restaurant has no dessert wines, my excellent waiter kindly located and served me a very generous glass of Fernet Branca after dinner."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 10 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The octopus salad was great,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The octopus salad was great, with thin-sliced fennel, watermelon cubes and light citrus dressing"
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 11 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great food albeit expensive

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food albeit expensive . Great service . Wine served in a plastic glass which we did not care for . No heaters available for a cool evening while we were there, but overall a good experience . It was our second visit ."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2013
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Review 12 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Awful experience

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Dont waste your time! The hostesses were beyond rude, food awful - might be one of the worst dining experiences we have ever had"
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2011
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Review 13 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

very nice ambiance away from

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"very nice ambiance away from the pounding beat of the drums enjoyed by most Miami folks"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 14 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great service and great atmosphere!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great service and great atmosphere! Pricey but good for a special occasion"
Dined on 03/05/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is a beach restaurant

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is a beach restaurant in the Fountainbleu Hotel. The food was good, service slow."
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2006
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 16 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great upscale poolside dinning

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great poolside bar. Not your typical beach bar food. Upscale, great selections definitely hit it iof your looking for an upscale poolside dining experience."
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 17 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and service. What

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great food and service. What a nice surprise. Nice views of the ocean from our table.
Lea was our server and was attentive and pleasant. ask for her.
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Dined on 02/21/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great service and pool-side

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great service and pool-side dining. Romantic dinner or enjoyable for family."
Dined on 02/21/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 19 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice restaurant for grabbing

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Nice restaurant for grabbing lunch while at the pool. Very casual with music and bar nearby. The food was surprisingly good and the service was fast and attentive. We had lunch there three times during our stay at the Fountainebleau. Be sure to try the Tuna Escabeche."
Dined on 02/12/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 20 for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

This is a pool cafe serving

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is a pool cafe serving good, creative Florida pool bar food. We were hoping for a chic "ladies who lunch" spot and this had more of a Vegas pool scene vibe. Spotty service and ripped napkins along with smoking still being allowed lent the whole place a very cheap vibe yet our tab for 2 sandwiches and 2 cocktails was $100 USD. We would not mind paying that if this was an elegant spot to lunch, but it is quite the opposite."
Dined on 01/22/2013
 2005
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Ratings-Only Reviews for La Côte - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Based on the average of (39) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
6 out of 6 recommend this product
Food 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic