Top Best Italian Restaurants in University Park

"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."

"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. Its popular market that debuted during the citywide lockdown is also still offered."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"There exists an earnest, unpretentious beauty to Soya & Pomodoro. Like some strangely seductive and rustic trattoria that you might accidentally stumble upon on an ancient cobblestone side street of Venice or Rome. “Simple food made with love” is the motto here."

"Hidden within a historic building in downtown MIami is Soya e Pomodoro, a traditional Italian restaurant placed within an old Beaux Arts office building. The bohemian atmosphere is unlike anything else in Miami. The asthetic is simple, but very..."

"Spearheaded by a charming Italian duo that hails from Milan, Dal Plin — named after a pinched ravioli from the owner’s hometown — serves up hearty authentic Italian cuisine, made-to-order like bucatini cacio e pepe, poached lobster fettuccine, truffle risotto, and eggplant parmigiana."

"Hosteria Romana is arguably the best authentic (affordable) Italian restaurant in South Beach. Their pizza, pasta, and fresh bread is to die for. We asked a few locals where we could get some of the best Italian pizza in Miami and this was the answer!"

"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."

"The location of News Cafe in Miami Beach is absolutely unbeatable, sited on the corner of 8th Ave and Ocean Drive, just steps away from the swaying palms and sandy stretch of the beach. This iconic cafe has plenty of outdoor seating so guests can enjoy people watching and feel the warm Florida sunshine, but also has some indoor seating options as well for those who wish to take advantage of the air conditioning. News Cafe is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and serves up great breakfast dishes such as eggs Benedict, omelets, classic American breakfast platters of eggs, toast, bacon or sausage, News Fries, juice, and coffee, and delicious French toast, pancakes, or waffles hot off the griddle."

"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 legend within the sphere of Miami Beach, the News Cafe is always packed with happy customers. Patrons planning to dine should expect to wait for a table, as this cafe is set on a popular corner near South Beach. Because of its prime location on ocean Drive, News Cafe provides the perfect ambiance for a morning (or afternoon) of people watching."

"Pop into Threefold Cafe for breakfast, then spend a few moments walking off your meal in the Miracle Mile area."

"Of course, the food in Miami isn’t only about the city’s rich heritage and cultural influences. Miami also channels its geography into its culinary landscape, with plenty of seafood. One of the top seafood options on many Miami menus?"

"A post shared by 3 Chefs @ Brickell (@3chefsmiami) on Oct 17, 2015 at 1:30pm PDT. With several branches in Miami, 3 Chefs is a great option for those craving for some Asian food. Not only do they serve Chinese cuisine, but they also offer Vietnamese dishes as well."

"When searching for a traditional Chinese restaurant, Western diners often take the presence of Chinese customers as a good sign. West Miami-Dade's Chinese Guy is beloved by the countless Chinese students who attend the University of Miami and Florida International University. The eatery's owners are Tianjin natives Kun Bao and Yanan Cai, who just happen to be PhD students at FIU."