Top Best Italian Restaurants in Normandy Shores

"Chef Michael Pirolo and his partner Jennifer Chaefski opened their 70-seat Macchialina restaurant on the west side of Miami Beach. Their goal is to inspire locals and experienced tourists with the authentic flavors and seasonal ingredients that accompany each dish. A native of Queens County in New York, head chef Pirolo attended a cooking school in Italy to improve his skills before becoming a chef at Scott Conant's Scarpetta on his way to discovering this great diner."

"There are quite a few top quality Italian restaurants in Miami, and Macchialina is one of the best. Here you can enjoy rustic Italian cuisine and cooking that’s influenced by the seasons. Step inside this stylish restaurant and try Italian delicacies such as meatballs, white beans, handmade pasta and freshly made traditional Italian pizzas."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"Il Gabiano is another great choice to dine on fine Italian cuisine in the elegant atmosphere of its waterfront terrace. The menu exhibits true Italian class with offerings from fresh pasta made in-house to a glass of limoncello at the end of the night, bringing a taste of Italy to the popular downtown spot. Classic dishes of the spot include the rich Black Truffle Porcini Ravioli and the authentic Branzino al Forno."

"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."

"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."

"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..."

"Fiola is one of the best restaurants in Miami, but it's actually in Coral Gables, one of the most affluent suburbs of the city. The restaurant serves contemporary Italian dishes, w"

"When a meatball craving kicks in, head to this family favorite. Served in San Marzano sauce, they are an ideal appetizer to an Italian feast. For those wanting pizza, Louie Bossi’s is offering three: Margherita, pepperoni, and quattro formaggio."

"Traditional Italian fare is plentiful at this downtown eatery. From the fresh and flavorful antipasti platters to their handmade pasta, this place is the real deal. Farfalleis a relaxing space with a cozy interior, excellent wine selection, and a small, but friendly staff providing exceptional service."

"Cipriani Downtown Miami is high-fashion Italian dining in many ways, from the clientele wearing designer labels to the contemporary cuisine to the space, designed in blue and white by Florentine architect Michele Bonan. Located on the waterfront, the two-level, indoor-outdoor restaurant features Murano glass chandeliers, floor-to-ceiling windows and decorative elements inspired by luxury yachts and ocean liners. A sibling to the famed Ciprianis worldwide and the original Harry's Bar in Venice, the menu offers Italian luxuries of all kinds: aged Praga ham, homemade ravioli and tortellini, langoustines served scampi-style, and of course Champagne bowls filled with the famed Bellinis, comprising peach puree and Prosecco, that were invented at Harry's."

"If we talk about the best Italian restaurants in Miami, then hardly any of the visitors to Cipriani Downtown will forget to mention this particular restaurant. Atmospheric design, delicious cuisine, pleasant staff, and most importantly – a wonderful view, all this makes people come here again and again. Cipriani Downtown’s menu most often includes healthy salads, a variety of seafood dishes, pasta, risotto, as well as delicious meat dishes."

"This elegant restaurant is located on the south side of the vibrant Miami River in the heart of the financial district. Surrounded by glass walls that fill the space with sunlight, Cipriani Downtown Miami offers healthy salads and seafood, pasta and risotto, as well as grilled meat and seafood dishes with an Italian flavor."

"Based in downtown Miami, VERO Italian offers both light and formal lunch and dinner options in a casual, relaxed setting. Boasting rustic, Tuscan-style interiors in warm, earthy hues and simple décor, the eatery offers a diverse menu of traditional Italian fare such as hand-tossed pizzas and homemade pasta, fresh salads, hearty fish, meat and chicken dishes, and authentic Italian desserts. Favorites include the lobster ravioli, vegetarian gnocchi, and Sicilian swordfish pasta, while grilled salmon, Cornish hen, and ribeye steak are also popular choices."

"The scene: Inviting you on a culinary journey through the best that Italy has to offer, Vero Italian Restaurant serves a vast selection of light and tasty Mediterranean classics. The rural-look dining room with wine barrel tables and light wooden features coupled with the courtyard-inspired outdoor patio provide the perfect location for a romantic dinner date. Get your taste buds going with some classic Italian small bites, like tomato bruschetta or swordfish carpaccio before delving into the gourmet main courses."

"When you enter this restaurant off of busy First Street, you’ll feel very far from downtown. The hanging gardens and street lights instantly set a low-key mood and the food is everything you’d expect from an Italian place: plenty of pasta, a great wine selection, plus steak ans seafood. When asked what makes Vero so awesome, reader Nicole Azzi summed it up pretty simply: “It’s yummy.” After going ourselves, we say, “enough said."

"Fort Lauderdale's rich history for African-Americans is presented in this inspiring museum. Many of the honors that are due to pioneers in the African-American community in Broward County are not recorded, but it is here through exhibits and lectures and special events that visitors and locals can learn more of this interesting and exciting chapter of local history. Built in 1924, this was the region's lone African-American school for children during segregation."

"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."

"If people watching is your thing, grab a cup of coffee, a newspaper and an outdoor seat at Miami Beach’s News Café. This SoBe institution is the American Rivera’s most famous coffee shop and, the best part is, this place is open 24/7. Originally opened as a small news stand and bookstore, that also happened to sell coffee, News Café has quickly grown to accommodate an ever-changing group of customers and tourists."

"A Miami Beach standby, News Cafe offers casual outdoor dining and excellent people-watching. Situated in the Art Deco District, the cafe is located across the street from the beach. The menu is mind-boggling with dishes for every taste: seafood, steak, pasta, panini, pizza, and more."

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"WynwoodThe Rubell family, whose name has been synonymous with art and philanthropy in Miami for decades, has renovated a 100,000-square-foot industrial space west of Wynwood to showcase its massive collection. The family prides itself on finding great artists early in their careers, and visiting the museum you’ll find stuff from Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, Jeff Koons, Rashid Johnson, and others from long before the world knew their names. The private collection is beyond impressive, with 7,200 works from more than 1,000 artists."

"It was the talk of the town during Art Basel 2020, and not without reason. The Rubells' new museum in Allapattah is by far the best permanent collection of art in South Florida, showcasing the family's vast collection of contemporary art from the '60s onward. You'll find work by Jeff Koons, Sterling Ruby, and Kehinde Wiley and a shrine-like gallery for Keith Haring."