The Take
The mozzarella caprese drizzled with real extra virgin olive oil is the order at Perricone's Marketplace & Cafe. The prosciutto di Parma sandwich comes in second for the same reason: imported cured meat and fresh mozzarella without the industrial filler.
This was the last Brickell spot that treated olive oil like the main event instead of a garnish. Heavy cream pastas existed on the menu but never defined the place.
The Verdict
Perricone's proved you could run a 27-year Italian cafe in Brickell on actual olive oil and imported meats instead of marketing copy. The marketplace side let you take the same quality home.
The memory is worth more than chasing whatever replaced it. Order the Mozzarella Caprese or Prosciutto di Parma sandwich with EVOO.
Common Questions
What should you avoid at Perricone's Marketplace & Cafe?
Heavy cream pastas. They mask the fresh ingredients the kitchen actually did well.
Does Perricone's Marketplace & Cafe use seed oils?
No. Extra virgin olive oil went on the caprese, prosciutto, and pastas that mattered.
What happened to Perricone's Marketplace & Cafe?
It closed in May 2024 after 27 years in Brickell. The marketplace cheeses and salami remain the best takeaway memory.
