Top Best Italian Restaurants in Kendall West

"Machialina opened in 2012 and since has been one of the best Italian Restaurants in Miami known for Chef Michael Pirolo’s take on rustic Italian food. The menu choices focus on a select few dishes from antipasti like local burrata, creamy polenta, country bread. Pasta dishes include chef favorite Spaghetti con Vongole a garlic and white wine sauce, Vacatelli Macchialina or Tagliatelle with mushrooms and shallots."

"Macchialina, which comes from the words “macchia,” meaning mark or spot, and “maialina,” meaning piglets, aims to be reminiscent of a “small rustic eatery in the heart of any Italian town.” Under chef and owner Michael Pirolo’s lead, it serves up well-executed Italian classics like veal parm, branzino, cacio pepe, alongside with some interesting twists, like broccolini Caesar salad."

"Italian food can get very expensive to eat in Miami Beach, but Macchialina’s is one place to get your pasta fix for less than $30 per person. They have staples like Lasagna, Caccio e Pepe and Spaghetti, that are of course handmade pasta. However, you can even get Branzino and Veal here if you are cutting down on carbs."

"Situated inside a Mediterranean-style villa with an adjoining garden, Casa Tua is a peaceful respite from the bustle of Miami Beach. The menu here is classic Italian – satiating pasta dishes in creamy sauce dusted with parmesan, and succulent cuts of meat accompanied by sautéed greens and crisp roasted potatoes. What really makes Casa Tua stand out, though, is the stellar ambience."

"This is a special place, characterized by a chic atmosphere and style of the 1920s. Attracting a rich clientele that appreciates the club atmosphere, this unique oasis of Northern Italy is an ideal place for a romantic date or a festive feast. The service is fast and professional, and the atmosphere in the courtyard is dazzling."

"Diners at this Downtown Miami eatery often report a strange sensation; they feel as if they have been to Italy and back. The food, furnishings and staff have managed to create an authentic Italian ambiance that has amazed and delighted customers for over a decade. Coupled with a striking view over Biscayne Bay, it is easy to see why this place has become a firm favorite with Miamians."

"If romance to you means big bucks and high caloric intake, this splurge-worthy Italian restaurant is your best option. Try Il Gabbiano’s crowd-pleasing pastas, which include a creamy fettuccine Alfredo and spaghetti carbonara. Or maybe you crave the incredibly tender filet of beef with Barolo wine sauce."

"Simply put: Il Gabbiano (Miami) is the finest Italian restaurant you will ever experience, period. Nothing else even comes close (setting, service, food taste, freshness and presentation). We were fortunate to meet and take a photo with the humble owner and master chef Gino Machi."

"Impress your date at Fiola, an ultra-swanky restaurant by Michelin-starred duo Fabio and Maria Trabocchi. Dazzle your date with classic Italian dishes like the decadent short rib filled pasta, a pristine seafood platter, and hard-to-find vintages that are decanted table-side. Finish the meal with a Peruvian chocolate tart topped with Sicilian pistachios for an oh-so-romantic meal."

"Fiola Miami brings the cuisine and culture of Italy to Coral Gables, South Florida's "City Beautiful." Fiola Miami is Fabio Trabocchi's first restaurant venture outside of Washington D.C. and marks Michelin-starred Fiola’s second location. Fiola’s menu draws inspiration from regional Italian...See More"

"The Fiola is a prime spot in Coral Gables that is one of the best new restaurants in Miami. Hip and welcoming, this restaurant is an ideal spot for a night out with friends or a da..."

"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."

"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."

"Intimate Italian food, made by actual Italians The quaint, private Italian restaurant is a romantic tradition, and Miami’s best offering is Soya & Pomodoro, set inside an old bank building. Mismatched furniture dots the dining room, giving the feeling of discovering a random family-run hole-in-the-wall somewhere in Italy. It’s quiet and secluded, with Italian servers and homemade pasta ramping up the authenticity."

"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."

"Ferraro’s Kitchen is perfectly located in the upcoming area of “Mimo District”, in the heart of Miami, for business lunches, a la carte dining, a well-deserved shopping break or relaxing with end-of-the-day glass of wine and flavorful bites. In addition to food and wine events (wine pairing and dinner, wine tasting), Chef Igor is offering private interactive cooking classes and team building, which fully involve participants in the preparation of recipes."

"Ferraro’s Kitchen Restaurant and Wine Bar Description Choice Italian venue in a sleek space. Upscale Italian kitchen featuring Venetian dishes & an ample wine list in a cozy, modern interior. Address: 1099 NE 79th St, Miami, FL 33138, United States Phone: +1 786-534-2136 Website: http://www.ferraroskitchen.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 12-10pm| Monday: Closed| Tuesday: 12-3:30pm, 5-10pm| Wednesday: …"

"When it comes to the best Italian cuisine, you should drop by at Ferraro’s Kitchen Restaurant. It offers the best Italian cuisine, and you will love the variety of dishes that will allow you to enjoy the flavors of Italy. All the dishes are prepared with local ingredients to ensure freshness and the best flavor."

"This Northern Italian restaurant in Midtown offers its extensive menu for takeout. Appetizers include funghi in pastella di birra (beer-battered mushrooms), proscuitto di parma with fried gnocco, while main courses winners are tagliatelle with sausage, mushrooms, and cream sauce; and pumpkin cappellacci in Bolognese sauce. Outdoor dining is also available."

"Speaking of the best Italian restaurants in Miami, one cannot miss the beloved Via Emilia Garden. This is the place for you if you want to visit an exquisite Italian restaurant in South Miami. Via Emilia Garden is about only high-quality ingredients, handcrafted pasta, enjoying traditional Italian recipes in the great outdoors, and that’s not all."

"Riviera Focacceria Italiana is a casual family-friendly eatery on Buena Vista Boulevard that serves an array of exceptional cuisine from the Italian region of Liguria. In addition to homemade daily pasta, and the iconic pansoti served in a delicate walnut sauce, Riviera Focacceria Italiana's signature dish is the Focaccia Cheese - a double later super-thin dough filled with imported stracchino cheese. Other delights not to be missed include the pesto alla genovese, fresh seafood and fish of the day, grass-fed steaks and veal chops, and heavenly desserts like Nutella tart, mousse di pistacchio, and panna cotta al vino rosso."

"Let the flavors of the Italian coast delight your senses when you dine at Riviera Focacceria Italiana. This restaurant focuses on the unique cuisine of the northwest Italian region of Liguria, a place with a rich culture and mouthwatering tastes. All their dishes are prepared using fresh local ingredients plus authentic Italian products imported weekly, including Stracchino cheese for their famous Focaccia con il Formaggio."

"A post shared by Riviera Focacceria Restaurant (@rivierafocacceriamiami). You’ve heard of love at first sight, but what about love at first bite?. That’s what you’ll find at Riviera Foccaceria once you and your date dig into their focaccia con formaggio."

"At the helm of this New York City import is restaurateur Stephen Starr, who brings a bit of Italian and Californian flair to South Beach. Cozy up in the plush green booths and dive into sausage and kale pizza, wood-roasted beets cooled with whipped feta and lobster spaghetti with spicy tomato sauce. On warm days, droves of beachgoers will wind down with the daily 4pm-7pm happy hour, where cocktails are $9, beers are $7 and snacks such as crispy squash blossoms clock in at $10."

"5 out of 5 stars Restaurants American South of Fifth. Chef Justin Smillie brought his California-inspired cuisine to chic South of Fifth by way of Upland in 2016 and today Miami diners are still clamoring to get in. In a modern, unintimidating bistro lined with bottles of wine and lemons and artichokes, Smillie serves up fresh pasta, pizzas, vegetables and wood-fired protein."

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"Situated inside the University of Miami, this long-standing museum is a favorite for UM students and the Coral Gables community. The Lowe is home to a well-rounded collection of art from the Italian Renaissance, Baroque, Greco-Roman, and Spanish Old Masters, among others. The museum also holds a sizeable assortment of Native American, African, and Asian art and antiquities."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user 8ABL used under CC BY-SA 4.0. Formerly known as University of Miami Art Gallery, Lowe Art Museum is the first professional art exhibition spot in the city. It was established in 1950 and housed within Merrick Classroom Building of the institute."

"Miami's reputation on the international art scene tends to focus on the new. The Magic City is the place where, once a year, collectors from around the world come to scope out the cutting edge of contemporary art. But what about the old?"

"The original Homestead Town Hall was built more than a century ago and has been converted into a museum boasting one of the area’s most complete collections of historic memorabilia related to the town. The items on display include vintage photographs, historical documents, and other unique tidbits of local interest; there’s even an old fire engine that was retired long ago. The Homestead Historic Town Hall Museum is located on North Krome Avenue and doesn’t get a lot of foot traffic, so it’s quite possible that visitors will have the place to themselves."

"If you are a history buff or culture buff, then you will love the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood. Here you’ll find many contemporary visual art exhibitions, live stage performances, educational facilities for aspiring local artists, and much more. Just be sure to check their website for listings and seasonal exhibitions that are so good."

"The Center, which is southeast of Young Circle, has a great reputation for presenting übercool contemporary art exhibitions and providing…"

"Cecile Bakery + Cafe is located in the heart of South Miami and is the perfect place to enjoy breakfast and Franck Monnier’s tasty creations. Coral Gables Love reader Vanessa recommends, “This is an awesome rundown!"

"The gist: A pair of enterprising young entrepreneurs have revamped an old Overtown hotel and transformed it into the Copper Door B&B. Its ground level is home to Rosie’s, where chef-owner Akino West is putting out Miami’s best brunch in the most unexpected of places.The food: If you’re lucky enough to get a seat at Rosie’s, you’re in for a calories-don’t-count treat. The chocolate guava croissant might be the lightest thing on a menu best noted for its crispy hot chicken and biscuits. If you don’t have plans for the afternoon, though, opt for the shrimp and grits with smoked sausage, which can legitimately last three meals.The cost: Dishes $5 - $15How to book: Stop by for first come, first served seating or order take-out online."

"The casino-flophouse that was once the old Demetree Hotel might seem an odd place to open one of the hottest brunch joints in Miami, but that didn’t stop chef Akino West from bringing the talents he honed at Copenhagen’s fabled NOMA to the patio of the Copper Door B&B. Expect the absolute best lemon ricotta pancakes with blueberry syrup you’ll ever have as well as stick-to-your-bones masterpieces like crispy hot chicken with vanilla waffles and Cajun shrimp and grits with smoked sausage.How to order:Order online or head to Overtown and try your luck getting a table."

"What started as a pop-up in response to COVID-19 hotel closures is quickly making its mark on Miami’s culinary scene. Rosie’s at The Copper Door B&B has expanded their new brunch menu to offer various options of comfort fare. Rosie’s offers a feel-good breakfast along with a small yet worthy lunch selection that combines Italian ingredients and techniques with Southern-American roots and inspiration."

"This family-run Turkish establishment serves authentic, Mediterranean meals in a modest setting. A La Turca is the go-to Mediterranean restaurant in Hollywood. Start your dining experience with the zucchini fritters, then move to the Iskender Kabob, which is a dish of marinated, seasoned and thinly sliced lamb meat cooked on a rotisserie then stuffed between a buttery pita with tomato sauce and yogurt."

"The scent of lamb, charred eggplant, and exotic spices have been luring locals to this casual Hollywood spot for over a decade. Chef/owner Gerardo Avila serves a menu of comforting Turkish fare with a touch of American and European flavors. The result: appetizers like falafel with chickpea, cilantro, and parsley ($7); and beef liver with pomegranate sauce ($10)."

"Turkish cuisine doesn’t seem to get the same attention as the foods of its neighbors, even though it influenced the cuisines of most of the region. Regardless, a visit to this downtown Hollywood spot will make you a cheerleader for Turkey’s kebabs, mezze, and desserts."

"Sometimes after a long night of vodka-sodas, you wake up seriously craving some diner food. And if you happen to live in Downtown or Brickell, that no longer means having to drag your hungover self through beach traffic to get it. This retro destination delivers a menu of over-the-top waffle flavors like bacon and cheddar and Oreo and Nutella alongside a waffle sandwich filled with ham, swiss, and fried eggs."

"Miami Diner, which already has a Downtown location, just opened in the old David’s Cafe space. They’ve got one of those very large diner menus, with burgers, breakfast, milkshakes, sandwiches, salads, pasta, and more."