Top Best Italian Restaurants in Keystone Islands

"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."

"This cozy, family-owned Italian restaurant is home to some of the best pasta in the city. Start with the creamy polenta, order a bottle of Lambrusco, and end with the tiramisu — there’s no wrong move in between. Make sure to check out its new outdoor patio dubbed “il Giardino” for al fresco dining."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"Casa Tua is one of the Italian Restaurants in Miami that instantly transports you to Italy and the name means “Your home”. Enter through trees and you will be rewarded with a villa, restaurant and outdoor where you can dine under the old trees and vines. The restaurant also has locations in Aspen and Paris, and Casa Cucina an open air Italian kitchen in Brickell."

"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."

"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."

"This upscale Italian eatery boasts a menu filled with pristine seafood, house-made pastas (which are all offered in gluten-free varieties) such as short rib agnolotti, alongside heartier dishes like prosciutto-wrapped veal chops and melt-in-your-mouth wagyu beef, paired with an extensive wine selection. For those looking to impress a date or celebrate a special occasion, Fiola is guaranteed to make the night memorable."

"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..."

"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..."

"Louie Bossi's is in Las Olas and makes their bread, pasta, gelato, cookies, and pastries in house daily. They bake homemade pizzas in an oven imported from Italy and have prosciutto and salami made in house with various Italian cheeses on the menu."

"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."

"Fratellino Ristorante is one of the Italian restaurants in Miami located in the Coral Gables area. Chef Beto DiCarlo serves up family recipes in this warm and inviting restaurant with amazing service!. Located in Miracle mile this small restaurants serves favorites like insalta caprese and pera ( pear) burratini, carpaccio di manzo – thin slices of beef, calamari fritti, and cozzi de mare – Mediterrean mussels!"

"This longstanding Coral Gables Italian outpost offers diners hearty classics that has made it a staple in the neighborhood for years. It features oversized Italian specialties like risottos, eggplant parmigiana, four cheese gnocchi, pear filled ravioli, and more. And don’t skip the bread, the crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside creation has a fan following of its own."

"The gist: South Beach’s swanky Moxy hotel opens a high-end Mexican concept, with gourmet seafood dishes set in what feels like a Mexico City mansion. As per Dade County Code, there is also a secret back room mezcal bar.The food: Coyo chef Scott Linquist has another hit on his hands, this time making carnitas out of seafood by braising fish in pork fat, cooking it crispy, and dropping his culinary mic. He’s also grilling sushi grade tuna and jumbo shrimp for the coolest kebabs in the Beach, and has a whole menu of Mexican ceviches that are just as intriguing as the ones he crafted upstairs at Serena.The cost: Starters and shareables $15 - $30, skewers ~$30, daily seafood market priceHow to book: Reserve via OpenTable."

"Como Como is a Mexican seafood restaurant inside the Moxy Hotel in South Beach. They’ve got shrimp, octopus, and lobster cocktails, ceviches, and a lot more fish and seafood options you can share with a big group."

"A seafood restaurant and raw bar + mezcal lounge inside the newly launched Moxy Hotel. Where: 915 Washington Avenue, South Beach. When: April 2021 (expected)"

"At 7 Spices Restaurant & Hookah Lounge, we provide our guests with all the makings of the perfect evening out in Miami Beach: delicious food, creative cocktails, great music, an intimate, modern space in which to enjoy it all. Featuring a selection of both authentic and fusion-inspired...Mehr"

"If you are in Miami and want to catch a baseball game, head over to the brand new loanDepot park in Little Havana. Home to MLB’s Miami Marlins, this relatively small and new park features a retractable roof and one of the most modern designs in all of Major League Baseball. The park can hold over 36,000 fans, has great views of downtown Miami, and even has massive fish tanks along the backstop that remind you exactly what city you are in."

"Formerly known as the American Airlines Arena, the FTX Arena is home to the Miami Heat basketball team as well as serving as a venue for various shows and events. With almost 20,000 seats, this is a popular and fun spot to watch an NBA game while in Miami. Located along Biscayne Bay with easy access thanks to public transportation, everyone in the family will enjoy a visit to this famous spot."

"The 3,400 square-foot oceanfront basketball arena is the home court of the NBA’s Miami Heat. The 19,00 capacity arena has been awarded the Leed Green Building certification for being an energy-efficient building. When there isn’t an exciting basketball game, the American Airlines Arena hosts more than 80 music and other events, including WWE Smackdown."

"Take I-95 south and grab the Rickenbacker Causeway until you hit Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park. This beautiful state park is right at the end of Key Biscayne and gives you uninterrupted views of the ocean—a perfect sunset watching spot. The state park has a lighthouse, where guests can climb to the top and look out into the ocean and the beach below. Next to it is a cement lookout spot that serves as a bench to watch the sunset and enjoy your Zak the Baker treats (if you didn't eat them already on the car ride down)."

"Little River’s sprawling multiuse complex launched a bottomless, Mediterranean vegetarian brunch last fall that’s just $54 and includes live jazz and all the mezze and mimosas you can handle in a four-hour time span. Zatounya Foods, a local catering company run by female Syrian refugees, prepares the plethora of small plant-based bites available, while the Cubazz quartet serenades you with live jazz. Brunch takes place in Ironside’s back garden...just follow the tunes to your afternoon oasis."