The Fugato story
Different traditions. A singular experience.
Our cuisine
Mediterranean traditions, with a local pulse.
Fugato is on Alcazar Avenue, near Downtown Coral Gables and Miracle Mile. It was created around a simple belief: cuisines do not exist in isolation. Italy, France and Spain share coastlines, ingredients and a deep respect for time at the table. In Coral Gables, those traditions meet the flavors and energy of Miami.
The result is a menu that feels familiar without being predictable. A classic technique may lead to a tropical accent; a delicate raw preparation may sit beside a deeply braised main course; a house-made pasta may borrow from more than one coast.
The people
Built on detail.
Owner Luis Buitron opened Fugato after a decade at Secreto in Kendall, bringing a rigorous standard of service and a clear vision for a more personal Mediterranean restaurant.
Executive Chef Pilar Mendez leads a kitchen with experience across multiple specialties. Together, the team approaches every plate, recommendation and table with the same purpose: to make each visit feel considered from beginning to end.