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The Pelican Cafe Reviews List

The Pelican Cafe

The PELICAN CAFE is a Miami Beach landmark. Since its opening in 1994 it has been a popular gathering place for international travelers, music and fashion mavens, designers and most importantly for Miami Beach locals. The Pelican Cafe offers an oasis of casual dining with a sophisticated menu of new Italian fare. The Pelican Cafe is without any doubt the best destination for great food and service in Ocean Drive and Miami Beach. It has been lauded by Giada de Laurentis (Food Network) as a must for breakfast and "Best Restaurant for Lunch" by Miami New Times, Best of Miami 2008. You will also enjoy our great cocktails as well as our wine list, noteworthy for its superb variety and value. The Pelican Cafe is located in the famous Pelican Hotel owned by the edgy Italian fashion company Diesel.
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5 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
(5 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 5 reviews
5 stars
(1)
4 stars
(3)
3 stars
(1)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.5 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • great for outdoor dining(4)
  • scenic view(4)
  • hot spot(3)
  • romantic(3)
  • vibrant bar scene(3)
  • fit for foodies(2)
The Pelican Cafe Reviews List
Review 1 for The Pelican Cafe
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Dinner and a show - especially

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Dinner and a show - especially when you sit outside and watch the world go by- wow what a melting pop of people as they stroll on by..."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 2 for The Pelican Cafe
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Think Italian !

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
"A very good address for fine Italian cooking !"
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 3 for The Pelican Cafe
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best Valentine's Day EVER!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Love this hotel (and restaurant of course)! Service was outstanding & atmosphere awesome, as always! Food was incredible! :0)"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Pelican Cafe
Based on the average of (2) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2 / 3
Moderate