Sushi Garage Cocowalk
Japanese · Coconut Grove · $
Coconut Grove, FL · $
In 2007, Mariano Codaro and Costa Grillas met in Miami while working at a local well-known Italian restaurant. They perfected the art of the complete hospitality experience working together for almost a decade, in every position feasible! They dreamt of teaming up and opening u p a small quaint boutique restaurant, where residents from the community could feel at home, while enjoying a great meal at a fair price, with impeccable service. Loretta and the Butcher is that dream fulfilled! Hailing from Argentina, Mariano developed a rustic classic menu, centered around quality meats and rich bold red wines, staples in his upbringing in the outskirts of Buenos Aires. Of Greek descent, Costa grew up in a lifestyle focused on using food as a vehicle for socializing and honing his hospitality skills. Having traveled extensively throughout Argentina, Costa’s affinity for great Malbecs quickly became an obsession. On one of their many wine expeditions to Mendoza, Mariano and Costa sat down and over four bottles of wine conceptualized their dream restaurant. From the type of wood handle the steak knife would have to the local farm where the entraña steak cut would be sourced, to the type of sneakers the servers would wear! Loretta was the name of the host at the vineyard that night. All the stars were aligned that night because the Gods truly made sure we were in good hands! Loretta’s husband Diego had gone hunting earlier that day and he prepared us a feast for royals! That night the name “Loretta and the Butcher” was born!
“My new and first Argentinian experience. Everything was so tasty. Server were amazing. I will come back as much as I can and recommend this little gem”
“We have driven past Loretta & The Butcher in the Grove more times than I care to admit… and let me just say — that was a tragic life decision. How did we sleep on this place?! From the moment we walked into Loretta & The Butcher, it was game over. The vibe? Sexy but relaxed. The music? Perfectly curated — not screaming in your ear, just wrapping around the room like a soundtrack to a European summer. The atmosphere feels like you’re somewhere you should have been all along. And the SERVICE. Impeccable. Attentive without hovering. Warm without being forced. The kind of service that makes you feel like you’re the only table that matters. Now let’s talk about what really happened here — the food. • Provota cheese – Pure indulgence. Melty, rich, slightly salty perfection. Every bite was the kind that makes you close your eyes. • Flatbread caprese – Fresh, vibrant, beautifully balanced. The tomatoes tasted like they had somewhere to be. • Mushroom risotto – Creamy. Earthy. Decadent. This risotto did not come to play. It came to dominate. • Pavlova – Listen… this dessert deserves its own standing ovation. Light, airy, crisp on the outside, dreamy on the inside. A mic-drop ending to an already flawless night. This wasn’t just dinner. It was an experience. Huge mistake not stopping sooner — but trust me, we won’t be making that mistake again. Coconut Grove, you’ve been hiding a gem.”
“Absolutely fantastic lunch to end our Florida vacation, Hard to choose what to get all the food looks great. We had the skirt steak and the Milanese Tuscan both were very good. For desert we had the flan, probably the best I ever had. If we lived here we would be regulars”
“We had a wonderful experience! Our server Laura was absolutely amazing — friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome. She made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. Good food, beautiful atmosphere, and top-notch service thanks to Laura! Highly recommend”
“Fantastic Experience at Loretta and the Butcher What a great find in the Grove! The food was absolutely delicious—from the refreshing and flavorful sangria to the baked provolone, which was pure cheesy perfection. But the real star of the night was the steak, tender, juicy and cooked just right. A special shoutout to Sofia for her outstanding service and attention to detail; she made our evening even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this wonderful restaurant!”
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