It was Valentines Day, and we had made a reservation for Cotoletta, the two-month-old spinoff of the popular Coconut Grove restaurant in the South of Fifth neighborhood of Miami Beach.
Uber was surge pricing at $67 one way, so we decided to drive, which from Mid Beach took almost an hour. Boat Show, Presidents Day weekend and Valentines all rolled into one giant traffic jam. Thank goodness, Cotoletta has a $25 valet, so we were ahead of the game.
Entering Cotoletta felt welcoming and cozy, with heart shaped balloons adding to the festive Valentines ambiance. Every table was filled, yet the sound level was such that we were able to have a conversation and of course, people watch.
Cotoletta offers a new concept in dining. A prix fix menu of one main course, two starters and two sides at $125 prix fix, making it one of the best value meals in Miami Beach…