Top Best Italian Restaurants in City Center

"Pasta whiz Michael Pirolo, chef-owner of this Miami Beach trattoria, spent years traveling around Italy, spending time in Michelin-starred kitchens throughout the boot before going on to work with Scott Conant at Scarpetta. That’s why his food is so superlative, including strands of spaghetti in cacio e pepe and hollow cavatelli in the restaurant's namesake dish. However, Pirolo’s skilled hands create magic beyond pasta: The menu provides an excellent compilation of old-country specialties, like housemade porchetta, veal and pork meatballs and locally caught seafood."

"The moment you step into Macchialina Taverna, you’ll notice that it’s wildly different from other Miami restaurants. This is because it doesn’t invite natural sunlight as much as others do. This design choice gives the restaurant a homey and cozier mood than other Italian restaurants."

"Located in an Italian-style villa, this restaurant's distinguishable only by an open gate and diners seated at elegant outdoor tables. You won't find any signage outside and you might think you're walking into some millionaire's home on South Beach but you'll be greeted shortly by one of their amicable staff members. Start off with bay scallops topped with fresh herbs and olive oil or red wine-marinated beef carpaccio before progressing to an adventurous selection of pastas such as pumpkin and hazelnut ravioli or lobster and artichoke lasagna."

"Set in an inviting and intimate Mediterranean villa surrounded by a serene garden, Casa Tua feels exactly like its name: "your home." The Tuscan theme extends to a menu that evokes a weekend getaway to Southern Europe: spaghetti, beef tenderloin, and branzino. Leave room for dessert — the signature tiramisu and vanilla and orange crème brûlée are not to be missed. And if you don't plan to drive, explore the encyclopedic collection of wines to pair with your fairy-tale dining experience in this hideaway on James Avenue."

"Casa Tua Miami is part soulful culinary destination, part boutique hotel and private members club. Featuring a garden surrounded by tropical plants and lantern-lit trees as well as cozy indoor rooms, Casa Tua is an idyllic dining location for a romantic evening."

"Il Gabbiano is a trendy Italian restaurant that is known for its soul-satisfying food. Located on Biscayne Boulevard on Miami’s waterfront, this stylish eatery is a hotspot for lunch and dinner. Owned by the Masci brothers, founders of Manhattan’s famed Il Mulino, diners are treated to a genuine Italian experience, which includes everything from complimentary antipasti upon arrival and after-dinner limoncello to ample dinner plates infused with authentic Italian flavors."

"This restaurant offers a dedicated approach to romantic dining and knows how to make the most of it when it comes to providing clients with memorable and pleasant outings. Let them know, while making a reservation, that you plan to visit with the intention of dazzling your sweetheart. They will provide you with a perfect location where you will be able to enjoy their wonderful recipes."

"The restaurant attracts loyal regulars of the city center, who appreciate fast, efficient service and delicious Italian cuisine. The lively dining room rings with bargains, while the classic dishes are filled with white linen tables. The terrace has a quieter mood, and visitors can admire a stunning view of Biscayne Bay."

"Our list of the best Italian restaurants in Miami could not fail to include this restaurant. Real traditional Italian dishes made from local products from year to year attract tourists to this place. The restaurant also offers you different types of raw snacks and meat dishes from the wood-fired oven."

"Fiola, an Italian fine-dining treasure in Coral Gables, is from the celebrated restaurateurs Fabio and Maria Trabocchi, whose original Fiola in Washington, D.C. has won the highest..."

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"This charming Italian restaurant is full of romantic nostalgia. Hailing from the Italian city of Pompei, it’s no surprise that former owner Armando Alfano chose a Great Depression-era bank as the site of his Downtown restaurant, with the giant bank vault the backdrop for nightly jazz performances. Guests sit on mismatched tables and couches, dining on impeccable Italian delicacies served up by chef Cristian D’oria, ranging from vegetarian-friendly options like the sfoglia di melanzane, a baked layer of eggplant, smoked mozzarella and fresh tomatoes topped with a puff pastry, to the more meatier filetto alla provola, a fillet mignon medallion pan seared & served with smoked mozzarella & sautéed spinach with homemade mashed potatoes."

"Don’t let Downtown’s grit turn you away; one of the best cheap restaurants in Miami is hidden on a tucked-away alley more reminiscent of Milan than Miami. Launched by two Italians, Soya e Pomodoro is the kind of spot where you come for dinner and end up spending the night lingering over drinks as you sway to the sounds of live jazz bands serenading the crowd. While the food is no-frills, the flavors are just as authentic as those you’d find in Italy."

"This could be Miami’s best pizza, according to locals who show up in droves. La Pizza piles their pies high with meats and veggies. Their crispy crust holds up to whatever your desires heap on it."

"Baiocco Osteria del Mare welcomes you with the passion of the host Claudio Giordano, a great restaurateur with a big knowledge of fish cuisine and over 30 years of experience in Miami. Claudio creates his dishes with sustainable wild fish, locally caught, respecting the environment and the authentic Italian cuisine. David Ranucci and his family, for over a century, have been working in the restaurant business, ensuring good food, tradition, hospitality;the perfect mix to make people feel at ease."

"Osteria Baiocco, part of the Milan-based Ranucci family of restaurants, opened in 2018 to immediate acclaim from critics and patrons alike. Its menu features bold and flavorful pre..."

"A tap room, beer market and growler bar has firmly taken root in Little Havana, and the locals have quickly become fans. From the former owners of the Miami Brew Bus (and a previous partner of Kush), Union Beer Store dabbles in exotic brews. Whale hunters—those seeking unattainable beers—flock to this craft mecca, which boasts 20 taps and refrigerated cases of hard-to-find bottles."

"a craft drink and beer joint serving southern favorites like hen and dumplings and a lamb belly BLT. Air Date: 08-05-2016"

"Located in Fort Lauderdale, 30 miles north of Miami, a trip to Riverside Market is worth every second spent in I-95 traffic. What awaits is a selection of over 650 craft beer bottles carefully displayed in self-serve coolers around the shop and 20 drafts in constant rotation. It’s a thrilling game of hops-and-seek here—you never know what owner Julian Siegel has stocked on any given day."

"Wakefield and Concrete Beach make some of the city’s best local brews. Cocktail enthusiasts will love the speakeasy-like back room at Coyo Taco – you’ll just walk through the door at the back of the restaurant marked “Staff Only” to access the hidden, dimly-lit mezcal lounge."

"Situated in the heart of Wynwood Arts District, one of Miami’s most culturally askew neighborhoods, R House is a contemporary restaurant & bar as heralded for its soulful menu as it is for its bustling weekend brunch scene. The local gem will host a special  Valentine’s Day DragBrunch on Sunday, February 14 at 11:30AM and again 2:30PM. Hosted by Athena Dion (Miss Ultimate Miami Drag Queen), the Valentine’s Day Drag Brunch will feature an impressive spread of brunch items to nosh on while enjoying an extravagant, themed performance by some of Miami’s most talented drag stars."

"Just west of the ArtsPark at Young Circle, Downtown Hollywood Blvd is one epic place to go for little eateries, independent boutiques and a heap of thrift stores and cool galleries. When here, stop off at Ginger Bay Cafe for some of their Jamaican dishes that are so good. Alternatively, if you want to visit a retro boutique, pop into Vinyl Asylum Records or the other thrift stores you see along the street."