Cafe Gabbiano in Siesta Key proves you don’t have to settle for seafood in a beach town. We started with meatballs and garlic bread—the meatballs were solid, but pairing them with the warm, cheesy, garlicky bread was the real move. The bread itself is fresh-baked and loaded with flavor. Now, the chicken parm: a strong showing. The cutlet is well-prepared, the marinara is flavorful, and the pasta is cooked just right. Everything comes together for a satisfying, well-executed dish. It may not be the first thing you think of at the beach, but it should be. Definitely a Moe-approved parm worth seeking out.
