Tullio
Coral Gables
Restaurant in Coral Gables, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Tullio is a sensible Coral Gables pick for a composed date, client meal, or small celebration near the downtown core. Book it when setting and location matter more than chasing awards or a heavily documented chef-driven format; cross-shop Hillstone for broader crowd appeal and Salumeria 104 - Coral Gables for a more relaxed Italian-leaning alternative.
About Tullio
Tullio is a Coral Gables restaurant with daily hours and a smart-casual dress code. For planning, confirm the current reservation process, menu, pricing, any group needs directly with the restaurant before building a plan around it.
Planning notes for a Coral Gables booking
Key planning details include its Coral Gables location, daily opening schedule, smart-casual dress code. Do not choose Tullio on assumptions about a specific menu format, chef, private-room setup, award history, or price point.
For private dining or group planning, ask about any room configuration, event support, or special setup during the reservation process. That matters for business meals and celebrations: if the evening depends on AV, speeches, dietary accommodations, or a dedicated space, check those details before committing.
Who should book it, who should cross-shop
Book Tullio when Coral Gables, daily hours, a smart-casual setting are the main filters. If the group wants to compare other options before deciding, Hillstone is one useful reference point. Salumeria 104 - Coral Gables is another venue to check against it.
For readers mapping a fuller Coral Gables night, other dining rooms can help set the tone. Bugatti Bistro, Portosole, Pastor at Pascal are additional names to compare for availability and overall fit. For a broader scan, use Our full Coral Gables restaurants guide, plus Our full Coral Gables bars guide if drinks before or after dinner matter.
Quick reference: choose Tullio for a Coral Gables plan where its hours and smart-casual expectations fit the occasion; cross-shop Hillstone, Salumeria 104 - Coral Gables, Bugatti Bistro, Portosole, Pastor at Pascal if you want to compare availability or overall fit.
Planning details
- Location
- 160 Andalusia Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- tulliomiami.com
- Phone
- +17867078978
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Tullio sits quietly within Coral Gables’ measured architectural register — coral rock facades, covered arcades and low-key signage — and it matches that context with a classic, reserved presence. The copy frames the restaurant as part of a long-standing Italian and Mediterranean tradition, where white-tablecloth service and formality are part of the point. The room reads as congenial rather than theatrical: guests who value permanence and continuity over flash find it appealing. Expect an elegant, composed setting that privileges craft and steadiness, where the neighbourhood’s quietly sophisticated temperament sets the tone.
Best For
This is a place for planned evenings rather than impromptu drop-ins: Coral Gables guests, visitors staying near Miracle Mile and anyone booking ahead are the implicit audience. The restaurant’s alignment with white-tablecloth tradition and an older, European-leaning dining culture makes it well suited to date nights, business dinners and special occasions where formality and a focused dining experience matter. If you prize a composed room and a menu built around time-honored preparations, Tullio rewards reservation-based visits and slower, sit-down meals.
Ordering Tips
Practical prep matters here: the profile strongly suggests calling ahead rather than relying on late, third-party bookings. Treat Tullio as a destination you reserve for an evening rather than a walk-in stop. When you book, expect a menu rooted in Italian and Mediterranean classics; choose from the restaurant’s signature pastas and seafood preparations if you want a representative meal. Because the room prizes longevity and white-tablecloth formality, allow time for a paced dinner and consider putting reservations in place well before your intended date.
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegant and warm with historic arches, vaulted ceilings, and a covered terrace offering a quiet coastal atmosphere; impeccably appointed with white tablecloths and attentive service.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Linguine alle vongole
- Paccheri all'astice
- Tagliolini al Caviale
- Dover sole meunière
- Branzino Mediterraneo
- Ossobucco
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if Tullio is not the right fit
Choose Hillstone if the group wants American food, a more flexible menu feel, a livelier room. Choose Salumeria 104 - Coral Gables if the night should feel more relaxed and Italian-leaning.
Restaurant context
How Tullio compares in Coral Gables
Tullio is the more occasion-minded pick when the goal is a composed meal in the Andalusia Avenue area. Hillstone is the safer choice for American food, mixed preferences, a livelier all-purpose dinner; choose it when the group cares more about reliability across the table than a quieter celebration tone.
Against Salumeria 104 - Coral Gables, Tullio reads as the better fit for a date or client meal where ambiance carries more weight. Salumeria 104 is the easier cross-shop for a lower-pressure Italian-leaning night. Bugatti Bistro and Portosole also belong in the same Coral Gables comparison set if the decision is centered on classic dining-room feel rather than trend-driven energy.
Pastor at Pascal is worth checking when availability or group fit is the deciding factor. For value, compare menus before committing; without a published price signal here, the smarter move is to judge by occasion fit, room tone, how much control the group needs over the evening.
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Compare Tullio
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tullio | Coral Gables | ; | No published awards |
| Bugatti Bistro | Coral Gables | ; | No published awards |
| Hillstone | Coral Gables | American | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #3072024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #5902023 OAD Casual in North America Recommended |
| Portosole | Coral Gables | ; | No published awards |
| Salumeria 104 - Coral Gables | Coral Gables | ; | No published awards |
| Pastor at Pascal | Coral Gables | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Tullio?
Tullio lists a smart-casual dress code. Aim for neat, polished clothing and avoid overly casual attire.
Is Tullio good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for a Coral Gables plan if the hours and smart-casual dress code fit what you need. For anything more specific, such as a private room, set menu, dietary accommodation, or event setup, confirm directly with the restaurant before booking.
What are alternatives to Tullio in Coral Gables?
For a similar dinner decision, compare it with Bugatti Bistro, Hillstone, Portosole, Salumeria 104 - Coral Gables, Pastor at Pascal. Use current hours and reservation availability to decide which venue best fits your plan.
Is lunch or dinner better at Tullio?
Tullio is open 12–10 PM Monday through Friday, 1–10 PM Saturday, 1–9 PM Sunday. Choose the time that best fits your schedule, ask about any meal-specific details directly with the restaurant.
