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Limoncello Miami beach

Restaurant · 1334 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, United States · United States

4.9 on Google · 16,003 reviews · View on Google Maps

Manipulation score

Clean

Completed Aug 5, 2026 · 269 reviews flagged

How this score works

The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.

Burst
— an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
Low activity account
— the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
Duplicate text
— the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.

Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →

Case conclusion

What the numbers say

1,000 reviews examined

Google rating
4.9★

All reviews shown by Google

Not-flagged average
4.8★

731 examined reviews

Flagged
27%

269 of 1,000

Coverage
6%

1,000 of 16,003 Google reviews

“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Aug 5, 2026.

Review brief

What reviews not flagged by Revdict say

Reviewers report that Limoncello offers an authentic Italian dining experience with a charming, cozy atmosphere and standout dishes like homemade pasta and pizza. While many praise the enthusiastic and attentive wait staff, some diners caution that prices are high and portions or food quality occasionally miss the mark.

+ Repeated strengths

Outstanding Service

Reviewers frequently highlight the exceptionally friendly, attentive, and personable service provided by individual staff members.

3 supporting reviews

5★ · 2026-02-22

Food is great and the service was amazing. Pepe was a great help and very insightful.

5★ · 2026-02-27

The food was really really good!! The service was excellent, ask for Gabrielle! All food was incredible!! 100% recommended!

5★ · 2026-03-10

Salvatore was the best, exceptional service, great food. Felt like I was in Italy even though I never been there.

Delicious Homemade Pasta

Reviewers report that the fresh, homemade pasta dishes—particularly the cacio e pepe, carbonara, and truffle pasta—are exceptionally flavorful.

3 supporting reviews

5★ · 2026-02-22

Pepe was a great host. We enjoyed his knowledge of the restaurant and sharing Italian traditions. We had seafood pasta and would try it again.

5★ · 2026-03-05

We came here for dinner and it was amazing! Sophie was so welcoming and funny. It was like we were in Italy, highly recommend the Cacio e Pepe.

5★ · 2026-04-03

The carbonara here was honestly so good. The homemade pasta made such a difference, the noodles were fresh and had the perfect texture. The sauce was creamy and delicious, and the whole dish just tasted really well made.

Charming Atmosphere

Reviewers consistently praise the cozy, intimate setting and lemon-themed decor that evoke a traditional European street-side cafe.

1 supporting review

5★ · 2026-06-22

Absolutely amazing experience! The staff was incredibly sweet, welcoming, and attentive from the moment we walked in. The food was outstanding—everything was fresh, delicious, and beautifully prepared. You can truly tell they take pride in...

− Repeated complaints

High Pricing

Reviewers report that the menu items are overpriced and feel like a tourist trap relative to the portion sizes and food quality.

2 supporting reviews

1★ · 2026-03-04

I just don’t understand how it’s possible to have 4.9 on Google . Ok the service is very good but the food is just a shame for this price . Its really a tourist trap .

5★ · 2026-04-01

Everything was perfect! 😍 Delicious food, amazing service, and Gioanna was so attentive! A truly charming place

Inconsistent Food Quality

Reviewers report occasional disappointments with subpar dishes, noting issues such as fatty meat, gummy textures, or overly salty preparations.

3 supporting reviews

2★ · 2026-04-03

I ordered the steak with the signature pasta with truffle. I asked for a half order of the pasta as I was dining alone. The meal was HORRIBLE. The pasta was gummy and barely warm. The steak was awful - VERY FATTY. I had to perform sur...

1★ · 2026-04-11

How does this place have these reviews? Our fish was spoiled, the steak was all fat, wine over priced, chicken parm was dry and over cooked and vents dripped water all over our table. Stay away from this place.

1★ · 2026-07-20

This place needs to get their food improved !!! I came here with a first date, the food was not good to say the least, very disappointing meal. They put balsamic glaze and shaved parm on everything and think it will make it better, it doe...

Crowded and Loud Seating

Reviewers report that the indoor space is very small and loud, while outdoor sidewalk seating can feel cramped and uncomfortable.

2 supporting reviews

1★ · 2026-03-03

I visited Limoncello in Miami after seeing many positive reviews online, but my experience was very disappointing. The taste of the food was not good at all and definitely did not match the ratings I saw before going. They made us sit outs...

2★ · 2026-05-17

We ate at Limoncello in Miami Beach. The restaurant is tiny — really very small — and extremely loud. You can barely have a conversation. The waiters, most of them Italian, are constantly rushing back and forth, clearly stressed, and often...

Good for

  • Fresh, authentic handmade Italian pasta dishes
  • A cozy, romantic date night atmosphere
  • Engaging and attentive table service

Avoid if

  • You are on a strict budget
  • You dislike tight spaces or loud dining rooms
  • You are looking for reliably executed meat or seafood entrees
Summarized from 563 text reviews not flagged by Revdict · 2026-02-21 to 2026-08-04 · Summaries can miss context; open the supporting reviews before deciding.

Review anatomy

Reviews per month

Reviews per month, total and flagged
MonthReviewsFlagged
Feb ’26439
Mar ’2614344
Apr ’2627764
May ’2632289
Jun ’2614336
Jul ’265724
Aug ’26153

Rating distribution

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1★

Evidence

  • review drive 13 five-star reviews on 2026-07-23 vs avg 1.5/day, 8 of them name a staff member weight 0.5
  • low activity account 261 reviews flagged weight 0.8

Flagged reviews

Showing the 10 most suspicious of 269 flagged reviews.

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Darlene GAGNON

1 review

★★★★★

2026-07-23

Guido is the best super cool and funny
review drive low activity account suspicion 63
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kadidjatou yattassaye

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-07-23

We went there with my friends and had an amazing time . The food was incredible and our server guido was sooo nice and funny .
review drive low activity account suspicion 63
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Michele Barrera

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-07-23

Guido is amazing!! Please ask for him when you come. The food is tasty and fresh… feels like grandma made it. Stop by … you won’t be disappointed.
review drive low activity account suspicion 63
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Goss Boss

1 review

★★★★★

2026-07-23

Danielson was great. Thank you for the great time !!!!
review drive low activity account suspicion 63
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Anamalia Chacin

1 review

★★★★★

2026-07-23

Amazing, I loved it!
review drive low activity account suspicion 63
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Claudiu Fusaru

1 review

★★★★★

2026-02-20

low activity account suspicion 48
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James Olsen

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-02-20

Gabriel was outstanding
low activity account suspicion 48
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Chris Burns

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-02-20

Service was great by Gabriel. Food and atmosphere was great as well
low activity account suspicion 48
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Adriana Gonzalez

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-02-21

Pepe provided excellent service—very kind and attentive! I came to this place based on Google star recommendations, and I had a fantastic experience. The food was absolutely delicious; I highly recommend it!
low activity account suspicion 48
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Denise Chiao

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-02-21

The best service! Request Guido for the best experience!
low activity account suspicion 48

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