Top Best Italian Restaurants in The Keyhole

"Macchialina is a tiny Alton Road eatery owned by former Scarpetta chef Michael Pirolo, who makes every guest feel right at home on arrival. The popular restaurant serves a creative menu of the freshest house-made pasta, the richest red sauces, hearty meat and chicken dishes, and decadent desserts, along with an inventive cocktail list. Pasta, risotto, and gnocchi are all made by hand by the chef himself; the house lasagna puts nonna's to shame, and nobody should leave without trying signature dishes like the Mediterranean octopus with concentrated tomato and potato cream or the beet mezzaluna crowned with hazelnuts, brown butter, and ricotta salata."

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"Casa Tua will always remain Miami's most iconic Italian restaurant. With exquisite and authentic Italian cuisine situated in one of the most romantic settings in a classic Mediterranean villa with a quaint garden dining area, Casa Tua ranks at the top for Miami date nights if you're looking to impress. It also draws in a beautiful crowd to its exclusive upstairs members lounge, where guests can enjoy cultural exhibitions, art, music and more."

"Casa Tua, a hotel and restaurant inside a Mediterranean villa in South Beach, offers seating inside its art-filled dining room or out in the leafy garden under lantern light."

"This might be the best restaurant experience you can have in Miami without ever ordering a thing. Not that the folks who run this high-end Downtown Italian eatery would condone that, but combine the front-row seat to Biscayne Bay and the Miami River with a selection of fresh cheeses, charcuterie, and focaccia served gratis before you even look at the menu, and you've already got a better time than a lot of places around town. But don't quit while you're ahead: the filetto farcito (filet w/ foie gras) and risotto ai frutti di mare will make you forget all about that refill of focaccia you asked for."

"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."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Michael_Spencer used under CC BY 2.0. Photo is only for illustrative purposes. If you are looking for a dining experience that is extra special, then the Il Gabbiano might be your ideal spot."

"transplant by a Michelin-starred chef, Fiola is a updated take on traditional Italian cuisine in an elegant setting. Guests can select from la carte menus featuring contemporary twists on Italian classics during from lunch into happy hour and dinner. Signature dishes like the lobster ravioli with ginger and chives; cacio e pepe; charred octopus; and grilled Australian lamb are favorites among those who often frequent the restaurant."

"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..."

"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."

"An interesting place to dine in South Beach is at Gianni’s at The Villa, which is set in the former home of renowned fashion designer Gianni Versace. There are two indoor dining spaces within the restaurant, including the Medusa Room, which was Versace’s formal dining room, and the Moroccan Room, which is decorated in a Moroccan theme. There is also the option to dine outdoors on the patio, which faces a mosaic pool where Versace once hosted celebrity-studded parties."

"Established in 1998 by two friends, Basilico Ristorante has been serving delicious Northern Italian fare ever since. Meaning basil in Italian, the restaurant was named after the first job owner Carlos had to do in the new eatery. Basilico serves a simple menu of traditional and authentic Italian cuisine, ranging from freshly prepared salads and appetizers to hearty meat and fish entrees, hand-tossed, wood-fired pizzas with a variety of toppings, and decadent desserts."

"Named after renowned Chef Dena Marino and her business-savvy partner, Brandy Coletta, MC Kitchen is a definitive Miamian-Italian eatery that features a contemporary dining room, an open kitchen, and a public bar that flows out of the restaurant and into the hallway. The casually sophisticated 145-seater restaurant offers a seasonally changing menu of delectable fare such as artichoke bruschetta topped with a barely poached egg, whipped squash-filled burrata, pumpkin tortelloni with rabbit ragout, and braised Florida grouper adorned with Calabrese sausage, gems of broccoli rabe, and white clams. The impressive wine list boasts over 450 labels, ranging from small boutique wineries to global vintages."

"Named for renowned chef Dena Marino and her partner, Brandy Coletta, MC Kitchen improves the Design District one restaurant at a time. With a mod dining room, open showcase kitchen and communal bar that extends outside the restaurant into the building's hallway, the 145-seat eatery offers such delicacies as whipped squash-filled burrata; artichoke bruschetta topped with a barely-poached egg; pumpkin tortelloni with rabbit ragout; and braised Florida grouper adorned with bright gems of broccoli raab, Calabrese sausage and white clams. Marino's savory menu changes according to the seasonal markets, however, so don't become fixated on one dish (unless it's her house-made mozzarella)."

"At MC Kitchen, a staple of Miami's Design District since 2013, acclaimed founding chef Dena Marino creates sophisticated, modern versions of Italian classics. This includes making ..."

"Gelato-go South Beach, a spot to score gelato and more in South Pointe, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 264 Yelp reviews. Head over to 458 Ocean Drive to see for yourself."

"Italian Restaurant, Coffee Shop, and Ice Cream shop in Miami Beach, serving up breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night eats"

"Tucked away in Little Havana, Doce Provisions serves up a waffle with some serious Florida flair. Its standout Key Lime Pie Waffles are covered in graham cracker crumbs and topped with plenty of whipped cream, meaning it’s basically like having pie for breakfast — and who doesn't love that?"

"Jackson Soul Food is a restaurant with deep roots in the Overtown community, a historically black neighborhood just west of Downtown Miami. The area has a complicated past, full of highs and lows, and it’s a history that’s essential reading for any Miami resident. You can feel a bit of the neighborhood’s past inside Jackson Soul Food, but you can also enjoy some of the best Southern and soul food dishes you’ll find in town."

"Blackbrick in Midtown serves the Chinese food you've been craving. Expect classics such as salt-and-pepper shrimp, Sichuan vegetables with hot-oil fried rice, and steamed red snapper with soy, ginger, and scallions. Chef Richard Hales, who also owns Sakaya Kitchen and Bird & Bone, is behind the menu that's inspired by his travels throughout China."

"Blackbrick is the self-described passion project of Chef Richard Hales. Locals may know Hales as the owner of the popular Korean-fusion hotspot Sakaya Kitchen. Where Sakaya is known for fun dishes like the KFC Korean fried chicken) and bao buns, Blackbrick has earned a reputation for fantastic dim sum."

"crystal shrimp dumplings, chicken siu mei, cumin-lamb dumplings and barbecued pork buns. Noodles are made in-house for dishes... Air Date: 10-06-2017"

"If you’re looking for authentic Chinese cuisine in big servings, head over to Canton Palace Chinese Restaurant. They have generous portions for an affordable price. Bring the whole family as their servings are quite plentiful."

"This fashionable Chinese bistro chain gets high marks with South Dade's trendier diners, who are all about the contemporary interior and eclectic menu. Start off with do-it-yourself lettuce wraps–these babies alone are worth the trip. Afterwards, go any route you like, from Szechwan or Hunan to Cantonese or Shanghai."

"Last but not least, there's Sushi Song, over in Flamingo Lummus, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 201 reviews on Yelp. You can find the sushi bar, which also offers desserts, salads and more, at 1239 Washington Ave. Named the best sushi restaurant in Fort Lauderdale Daily's Best of Fort Lauderdale: Restaurants, Bars, Gyms and More, Sushi Song offers dishes like the Maine Lobster Volcano Roll, made with baked lobster served on top of a shrimp tempura roll, and the Spiderman Roll, soft shell crab tempura topped with a spicy tuna tartar and eel sauce."

"I was looking for a decent restaurant where I didn't have to pay an arm and a leg during my stay in Miami. This place was a winner."