8 1/2 Caffe & Bottega
1717 N Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL
Crema's Take
“This intimate Italian café tucked into a Marriott-adjacent mall punches way above its weight with genuinely exceptional coffee and thoughtfully crafted breakfast fare like their standout salmon avocado toast. The staff radiates genuine warmth—regulars rave about the welcoming energy and personal service that makes this feel more like a neighborhood gathering spot than a casual coffee run. Whether you're fueling up before a long day or lingering over espresso drinks, the quality ingredients and cozy-but-lively atmosphere make it the kind of place that converts skeptical Starbucks travelers into devoted regulars.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
This place was perfect for breakfast while we were waiting to pick up our passport. This restaurant is a gem! The staff is friendly and the food is amazing. I would have taken a picture of my Italian Bagel, but I ate it too quickly - it was that good! My husband got the Club Sandwich and he loved it.
This place is sooooo good. We almost went to Starbucks as that’s our goto when we travel, but my wife notice this place and wanted to give it a shot. Man, was her intuition on point this morning. Ordering was a breeze and their almond croissant was out of this world. Anytime we’re back in Miami, we will visit this place! Good job you guys.
Incredible coffee and salmon avocado toast sandwich. Absolutely loved it. Small, but incredible food! Highly recommend! I'm a food snob, and this place was amazing!
A lovely caffe with a lovely staff..they are amazing and very welcoming. Took the breakfast two times there and didn't regret it. For the first time i made a mistake that i just realized when i was leaving with the order. I went back to explain the situation and they, very nicely, changed that on produt without extra charges. And it was really nice. Recommend the place :)
Nice breakfast spot located in the small mall attached to the Marriott. Good menu, reasonable prices, and tasty food . Waleed at the cashier was very friendly and welcoming. Seating is limited, so keep that in mind if you’re coming with a larger group. They also have a high chair available for kids that a a plus. Just a small note: tables could be wiped a bit more thoroughly, but nothing major and it didn’t affect the overall experience.
Crema Reviews
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