Le Jardinier - Miami

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   Adam

   Tampa

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined today

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   I had high expectations for this Michelin-starred restaurant, but my recent visit was a major letdown. Despite arriving on time for our reservation, we waited at the bar 30 minutes, only to find our table still unready. This was compounded by the host’s dismissive and rude demeanor, which set a sour tone for the evening. While we waited, we decided to start with appetizers at the bar. The bartender was a rare bright spot—attentive and courteous, offering great service despite the chaos. Unfortunately, even their efforts couldn’t salvage the evening. The appetizers were fine but nothing exceptional, and two drinks and two small plates cost a staggering $140. After finally deciding to eat at the bar, our anticipation for the main course turned into frustration when the entrees took over an hour to arrive. By that point, we were more aggravated than hungry. For a restaurant of this caliber, I expected impeccable service and a seamless dining experience. Instead, I left feeling overcharged and underwhelmed. Michelin stars might suggest excellence, but this visit proved otherwise. A huge waste of time and money—I’ll be dining elsewhere in the future.
   

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   lauren

   Miami

   1 review

   vip
   2.0

   1 review

   Dined today

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   The food and service were very disappointing especially given the reputation.
   

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   Pauline

   San Francisco

   18 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   18 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was excellent. The food, the service, the ambiance were all excellent. Restaurants in the design district tend to be pricey and over hyped. This was perfect. Great food, exemplary presentation on a beautiful setting served well. I would go back! We enjoyed all of our dishes and the whole meal was flawless.
   

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   Galina

   Miami

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We visited Le Jardinier restaurant today at 2:40 pm for reserved lunch for 2. We chose a terrace table and had a prefixed menu and some extra . The atmosphere was nice and friendly, the staff was super welcoming and helpful, the all food was simply superb. We’ve been to this place before and I have to say, that today we had much more pleasant experience. The wine , all food, dessert were delicious. We’re from NYC and visited a lot of different restaurants. Today’s lunch was one of the very best! Andres, the waiter, and all others deserved recognition, thank you! We’re planning to return to you at the end of December, at our next trip to Miami. Happy Thanksgiving! Galina
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Fort Lauderdale

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   3 course menu at lunch is a great value. The service was perfect but the girl at the reception was unpleasant.
   

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   Ryan

   Tampa

   4 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   absolutely phenomenal light lunch as always, could not recommend more
   

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   Sandy

   Miami

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 2

   The food was absolutely excellent. The servers were also very attentive and accommodating. The restaurant does need some upkeep in the outside area the benches where I sat, the pillows were very dirty.
   

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   Agustin

   Mexico City

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Not worth it. Food is average and service is terrible.
   

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   Lubos

   New York City

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 16, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   The air conditioning was blowing very hard at the table when we asked for a reduction. It didn't happen and we weren't offered, for example, the option to change seats.
   

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    Anil

    Miami

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5

    We had the Tasting Menu plus the scallops as an additional appetizer. Every course was simply amazing - food presentation and taste were excellent. The service was mixed - lots of people to pour water, bring the plates and clean but the main guy would take the order for drinks and then not come back. We waited 20 minutes for a glass of wine. Still a great experience!!!
    

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