Top Best Italian Restaurants in Glenvar Heights

"South BeachPasta, polenta, and a killer wine list highlight the best of this family-owned cozy Italian spot where James Beard semi-finalist Mike Pirolo cranks out fresh made noodles while his sister Jacqueline curates one of the city’s most impressive vino collections. Signature dishes include cavatelli Macchialina made with baby meatballs, porchetta, and pecorino, and short rib and taleggio lasagna made with a creamy bechamel that’s out of this world. It’s the kind of spot that’s perfect for both a special occasion or that random Tuesday night carb craving."

"A restaurant that can only be described as “the best Italian restaurant in Miami”. Despite the very small selection of pasta (only 6 types), the taste of these pastes is simply amazing. The unforgettable delicious dishes of this restaurant keep visitors coming back again and again."

"This buzzing Italian trattoria has all the right ingredients for a terrific night out; namely great service and beautifully turned-out cooking, served in a warm rustic-chic interior of exposed brick and chunky... Cafe in Coral Gables"

"Another fairytale experience can be found at Casa Tua, a Mediterranean-style villa hidden away behind tall hedges in the middle of busy South Beach. As its name suggests, this restaurant makes you feel like you’re dining inside a close friend’s home. Couples can choose between an intimate table inside the villa, or one in the lush garden where lanterns dot the trees, creating a romantic glow."

"Casa Tua offers dreamy candlelit outdoor seating surrounded by foliage and lantern-lit trees—a secret hideaway from the tumultuous South Beach. The cocooned exterior makes for an intimate space to enjoy one-on-one conversation over wine, flowers, and Northern Italian cuisine. With its multi-course dinners and balmy night air, this spot is all about taking it slow."

"When it comes to the best Italian restaurants in Miami, Casa Tua should be mentioned. The restaurant is open-air, surrounded by a lush garden and a wonderful view. Here you can enjoy not only the best Italian food at Miami Beach but also sensual sights, smells, sounds."

"This swanky spot located in Downtown Miami sits right on the water in the back of the unsuspecting One Miami condo building that boasts a fully covered patio area. It’s one of those places with impressive white glove service that keeps guests coming back. Expect a large bread basket, chunks of Parmesan cheese, bruschetta, and fried zucchini to appear before menus are even opened or any ordering has taken place."

"This swanky Italian eatery is filled nightly with Miami's movers and shakers who want to dine on lobster ravioli and its famous bread basket, while also soaking up views of Biscayne Bay from its expansive patio."

"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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"Soya e Pomodoro is a seductive and rustic trattoria similar to one that might be found on an ancient cobblestone side street in Venice. Following an ethos of serving "simple food made with love," Soya e Pomodoro offers creative Italian fare such as melt-in-your-mouth ravioli pillows of minced porcini mushrooms and ricotta cheese, spinach and ricotta cannilloni, and sprightly sauced and cheesed melanzane alla parmigiana. The entree range includes seared bistecca con pepperoni e capperi (sirloin steak with roasted red peppers, capers, and garlic), while desserts end on a sweet note with homemade tiramisu."

"Miamians seem to be split into two groups: natives who still live with their parents and transplants who moved as far away from their parents as humanly possible. If you fall into the second group, but occasionally want to feel like you're eating with family, head to this tiny spot Downtown run by an old Italian couple who close the place on American AND Italian holidays, or whenever they feel like it. The mismatched furniture really makes it feel like home, but unlike home you can still bring your slightly questionable dates here: it's also one of Miami's most romantic restaurants."

"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."

"Making sure both your stomach and your wallet are full: That's what the folks at Mama Jennie's, home to delicious, reasonably priced Italian comfort food, have been doing for more than 30 years. Hearty soup or crispy salad with your choice of dressing (the zesty house vinaigrette is a favorite) and garlic rolls lightly doused in flavorful oil begin your meal. Myriad main courses include whopping servings of classics such as baked ziti with meatballs; veal Parmesan; eggplant rollatini; lasagna; gnocchi; and stuffed shells, all accompanied by Mama's lively marinara sauce."

"From the minute it opens every morning, Miami’s largest food hall dedicated to all things Italian is bustling. Let’s just say it has something to do with the nine unique restaurants, the full-service European market and the upstairs wine bar. No matter what kind of lunch you’re in the mood for, La Centrale has you covered."

"This food hall in the Brickell City Centre gives you the ultimate Italian dining experience. It has everything from restaurants, cafes, and shopping stalls filled with wines and artisanal cheeses. There are even gelato shops for you to choose from if you want a cold treat after a hefty meal."

"Start your Downtown Miami adventure at Bayside’s 2nd Floor Food Court. Go American-style at Starbuck’s or enjoy a Latin-style breakfast of Cuban coffee and pan tostada (toasted Cuban bread) at Café Con Leche."

"Shop at Lincoln Road Mall The Mall at Lincoln Road is a shopper’s paradise—a pedestrians-only strip of boutiques and designer shops. Stop by for anything from Armani to Guess to Swarovski."

"Merrick Park is an upscale shopping mall in the Coral Gables area of Miami. What makes the mall unique is that it is primarily an outdoor mall so on those nice and hot Miami days you can still catch some sun while doing a little bit of shopping. Merrick Park features many known high-end brands and is a great place to hang out."

"For nearly 40 years, Redland Market Village on South Dixie Highway in Miami has been a family-owned business that’s part flea market, part farmers market, and part live entertainment venue. The market is spread over nearly 30 acres and includes a variety of internationally influenced food trucks, arts and crafts, collectibles, and a seafood market that’s known for its wide selection of fresh fish, crustaceans, and mollusks. The market is the perfect place to spend a few morning or afternoon hours on the weekend, rubbing elbows with the locals and browsing their unique selection of Florida made and grown products."