CAFE PRIMA PASTA – Italian
Service starts at half past four on 71st Street, and the hundred-and-forty-seat dining room fills quickly; a booking does not decide whether you sit inside or out. The Cea family has run this Miami Beach bistro since 1993, cooking home-style Italian without shortcuts, with bread and dessert baked fresh each day. Look for mini fiocchi with crispy prosciutto, agnolotti rosso in pink cream, fettucine ossobuco ragu, branzino alla Livornese with kalamata olives and capers, and Chef Arturo's grilled skirt steak with truffle fries. Finish on ricotta cheesecake, creme brulee or Mama Carla's apple tart. A family business that stayed one.
414 71 ST, MIAMI BEACH, FL, 331413016 (305)867-0106 https://cafeprimapasta.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at CAFE PRIMA PASTA
Dairy-Free at CAFE PRIMA PASTA
CAFE PRIMA PASTA in Miami Beach has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carpaccio di Salmone, Prima Salad and Calamaretti Fritti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at CAFE PRIMA PASTA
CAFE PRIMA PASTA in Miami Beach has 10 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmone Francese, Carpaccio di Salmone and Shrimp & Bay Scallops. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at CAFE PRIMA PASTA
CAFE PRIMA PASTA in Miami Beach has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Melanzane Parmigiana, Black Linguini Seafood and Salmone Francese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at CAFE PRIMA PASTA
CAFE PRIMA PASTA in Miami Beach has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veal Picatta and Chicken Marsala. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at CAFE PRIMA PASTA
CAFE PRIMA PASTA in Miami Beach has 5 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scampi Cosanostra, Veal Picatta and Chicken Marsala. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at CAFE PRIMA PASTA
CAFE PRIMA PASTA in Miami Beach has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scampi Cosanostra, Veal Picatta and Chicken Marsala. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at CAFE PRIMA PASTA
CAFE PRIMA PASTA in Miami Beach has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scampi Cosanostra and Zucchini Fritti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at CAFE PRIMA PASTA
CAFE PRIMA PASTA in Miami Beach has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Prima Salad, Calamaretti Fritti and Mama Carla's Apple Tart. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at CAFE PRIMA PASTA
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Antipasto Misto | 0 g | 81 g |
| Chicken Marsala | 4 g | 54 g |
| Tuna Tartare | 9.9 g | 41.8 g |
| Branzino Livornese | 39.7 g | 31.4 g |
| Veal Picatta | 0.9 g | 30.3 g |
| Crab Ravioli | 12.6 g | 26.7 g |
| Lobster Ravioli | 27.2 g | 26.6 g |
| Cannoli | 85.7 g | 26 g |
| Carpaccio di Manzo | 10.9 g | 25.1 g |
| Real Beets Salad | 27.7 g | 19.9 g |
| Veal Giardino | 20.6 g | 17.4 g |
| Fiocchi Rapera | 33.8 g | 15.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Hours
- Thursday
- 4:30 PM to 11 PM FRIDAY -
- Saturday
- 4:30 PM to 11:30 PMSUNDAY: 4PM - 10:30 PM414 71st Street Miami Beach, FL, 33141
Menu
Appetizers
- Zucchini Fritti - $16: Thin strips of fried zucchini with a touch of salt and lemon Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Melanzane Parmigiana - $19: Slices of baked eggplant, topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Polpette & Ricotta - $21: Meatballs with marinara sauce and fresh ricotta Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamaretti Fritti - $21: Served with marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Marinara - $16: Breaded and fried served with tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Fiocchi - $18: Cheese and pear stuffed pasta, with crispy prosciutto, creamy truffle sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Bay Scallops - $22: With white wine, lemon, sliced garlic and basil Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Polpo alla Toscana - $23: Sautéed octopus, potatoes, cannelli beans and wine reduction Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Antipasto Misto - $25: Platter of italian cold cuts, cheeses, olives and roasted vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Prima Salad - $12: House mixed greens with tomato vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $15: Romaine lettuce, crispy croutons, Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Salad - $18: Bufala mozzarella, tomatoes and mixed greens Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Peppers - $18: Roasted Peppers and Goat cheese Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Real Beets Salad - $18: Spinach, organic beets, sweet walnuts, Goat cheese, champagne orange dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rucula Gise Salad - $19: Arugula, Bufala mozzarella, sun dried tomatoes, artichokes, Balsamic dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Exotic Salad - $25: Mixed greens, grilled shrimp, Bufala mozzarella, hearts of palm, artichokes, avocado, balsamic dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Carpaccio & Tartare
- Carpaccio di Salmone - $19: Slices of raw salmon, olive oil, lemon, capers, arugula, red onions, tomatoes Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carpaccio di Manzo - $19: Slices of raw filet mignon with olive oil, lemon and Parmesan Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tartare - $25: Sushi Grade tuna, avocado, mango, oriental Italian dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Penne Vodka - $21: Pasta with crispy shallots, creamy pink sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi Formaggi - $22: Combination of cheeses and cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna Bolognese - $23: Original meat lasagna Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Agnolotti Rosso - $23: Filled pasta with spinach, ricotta, creamy pink sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Meatballs - $23: Pasta with meatballs and fresh tomato sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Gamberi - $24: Pasta with shrimp in a fresh tomato sauce and garlic Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fiocchi Rapera - $24: Cheese and pear stuffed pasta, with crispy prosciutto, creamy truffle sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Ravioli - $25: Filled pasta with crab meat in a creamy lobster sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Ravioli - $26: Ravioli stuffed with lobster meat, creamy saffron sauce and diced shrimp Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccini Ossobuco - $26: Pasta with veal ossobuco ragú, mozzarella and spinach Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine alle Vongole - $26: Pasta with fresh baby clams, garlic, wine, parsley Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Linguini Seafood - $28: Squid ink pasta with seafood. Choice of tomato or creamy lobster sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Limone - $23: Sautéed with lemon, white wine and basil Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Marsala - $25: Sautéed with mushroom and Marsala wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmigiana - $28: Breaded chicken, baked with marinara and mozzarella Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Picatta - $28: Sautéed with white wine, lemon and capers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Parmigiana - $29: Breaded veal, baked with marinara and mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Giardino - $29: Breaded veal, topped with chopped salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arturo Skirt Steak - $36: Grilled Prime out side skirt Stake served with truffle fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gamberi Di Parma - $29: Shrimp pounded and breaded with marinara sauce, topped with mozzarella and pecorino cheeses Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scampi Cosanostra - $29: Sautéed shrimp with garlic, lemon and herbs Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmone Francese - $34: Fresh filet dipped in egg and pan fried with a lemon sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Branzino alla Caccia - $36: Baked fish with fennel, cherry tomatoes, lemon wine sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Branzino Livornese - $36: Baked fish with tomato, Kalamata olives, capers and shrimps Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tiramisú - $7.98 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cannoli - $7.98 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Flan - $7.98 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Chocolate Mousse Cake - $7.98 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Crème Brûlée - $7.98 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ricotta Cheesecake - $7.98 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Mama Carla's Apple Tart - $7.98 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
Beverages
- Peroni Beer - $4.98 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Limoncello Spritz - $12.98
- Aperol Spritz - $12.98
- Vodka Martini - $12.98 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about CAFE PRIMA PASTA
- Is CAFE PRIMA PASTA dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. CAFE PRIMA PASTA has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carpaccio di Salmone, Prima Salad and Calamaretti Fritti.
- What can I eat at CAFE PRIMA PASTA on a dairy-free diet?
- Carpaccio di Salmone, Prima Salad and Calamaretti Fritti carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does CAFE PRIMA PASTA have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Prima Salad and Calamaretti Fritti.
- Is CAFE PRIMA PASTA gluten-free?
- 10 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at CAFE PRIMA PASTA?
- Antipasto Misto, at roughly 81g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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