50 Best Italian Restaurants in Miami Beach

“Best Italian restaurant in Miami“

“I first had the pleasure of dining here nearly two years ago, and it instantly became one of my favorite restaurants. From the warm atmosphere to the unforgettable flavors, everything about the experience was exceptional. The plate of pasta I had on that first visit was so memorable, it’s still the background on my phone — and I’ve made multiple trips to Miami just to come back and enjoy it again. The quality has never wavered. I can’t recommend this place highly enough.“

“I came to this restaurant because I wanted fabulous food. The menu looked good. Sat at the bar and Tony was my bartender. Attentive prompt and precise. He recommended a couple things but I settled on the Mediterranean branzino. It was light and lovely and so easy as the service. Thank you for making my one big meal fabulous.“

“Great experience and delicious food World class service“

“Melania amazing server, she recommended the most amazing pasta for me and my girlfriend loved.“

“I think they're all great“

“I had heard about this hot restaurant from New York that I must try, but was reticent to do so because Carbone was the name of a character from Goodfellas that Robert Deniro's Jimmy Conway whacked when tying up loose ends after the Lufthansa job! Poor sap was hanging frozen in a meat locker. I'm glad I put that imagery aside because this place was amazing! Platitudes like wonderful ambience, fine service, flavorful food, great family style dining, are all applicable but just don't capture the full spirit of the evening. From the pickled cauliflower, to the signature spicy rigatoni ala vodka (which pairs nicely with their pinot noir offering Presqu'ile), to the Caesar salad (you must have those croutons!), and their delicious Italian petit-fours, everything burst with flavor and was resplendent of the authenticity of old Venice. And since you will be spending more than a few pennies here, one must luxuriate in the mid century environs replete with Murano glass chandeliers while being serenaded with a sound track of Italian crooners like Mel Torme and Frank Sinatra in the full bela canta tradition. If you have a special occasion, Carbones Miami Beach will make for a memorable evening.“

“Our orders were delicious and fresh. Will definitely visit again.“

“First stop on arrival to Miami; enjoy the ambiance, excitement, and tropical style outdoor dining experience; excellent place to people-gaze and tingle your palate with well prepared savory dishes according to your dietary needs or preference. Oh, get happy or happier with superbly mixed libations!! Say hello to Valentina; she is an exceptional waiter, with a dazzling disposition, and professionalism; she and the entire staff will make your visit Ocean Drive leisure-stop more memorable, enjoyable, and entertaining!“

“We had a great experience un piola, Melissa our server was wonderful! She was very attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. She really made our visit more enjoyable. Thank you for the great service!“

“I can’t believe anyone would leave this place a bad review.

I’ve been here a million times over the last ten years.

Tricolore salad is maybe the best salad in any restaurant in Florida.

The polenta dish is a total stunner.

Pasta pomodoro is a top 5 pomodoro of my life.

The mushroom pasta also life changing….

Service is always solid.

Cocktail program is very good plus they get drinks out pretty fast for an ambitious restaurant program.

Desserts very good.

New renovation-love it…..“

“Absolutely wonderful experience!! Everything was amazing from start to finish. The food was delicious, and beautifully prepared, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. You can really tell that a lot of care goes into every detail. We had such a great time and enjoyed everything we ordered!!! Definitely a place I would recommend and happily come back to !!!“

“Amazing experience! Excellent food, service, and atmosphere ❤️“

“Family friendly restaurant best tasting pasta plates and ricotta chocolate dessert. A must try if in Miami area. Vincenzo was our waiter and we couldn’t have asked for a better service! Definitely a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ very good place!!!!“

“Cena a base di ostriche buonissime. Great service from Tony !“

“Great staff, amazing food and awesome views!“

“The drinks were perfect, the wine list extensive and the food delicious. The rack of lamb was done to perfection and the pastas divine. Highly recommend going. Can’t wait to go back“

“Amazing, the best Lasagna and Salmone in Miami. Great service“

“Amazing experience! The food was delicious, the service was excellent our server Fernando was very nice he made us feel truly welcome, the atmosphere was wonderful. Everyone was friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely be coming back!“

“Great food and very nice 🍺“

“I highly recommend this place. Good food, nice view and wonderful service. Tim the manager is great..“

“Fuimos atendidos muy rápidamente por Nicolás que nos brindó mucho asesoramiento y con gran corrección.“

“Very delicious food and the service team (especially Valentina) is very friendly and did a great job! We will come back ☺️“

“Absolutely fantastic experience! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Denise was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome throughout our meal. Great food, excellent service, and a wonderful atmosphere. We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend this restaurant!“

“Best Rigatoni Bolognese I ever had. Best Tiramisu I ever had. And I know how to eat! 😂 Only regret: I was too full to try the Cheesecake but I promised Francois when I come back I will try the Cheesecake for sure! I give this place 6 stars on a scale of 1-5!“

“Incredible and authentic Italian restaurant! Servers were extremely kind. Our dinner was made to order but the wait was definitely worth it. Tried multiple dishes, but the rigatoni and pesto dishes stole the show. The risotto was incredibly fresh and delicious too. I learned while dining that this restaurant is newer and wish them great success. In bocca al lupo e grazie mille!“

“Food and Music and Service and Atmosphere and PalmTrees and Ocean Dr. and Food Again. Amazing!! Gloria Estefan's restaurant..... I highly recommend!!“

“BEAUTIFUL place. Amazing food and drinks, special thanks for Alessandro and his service. Drinks and food came to our table very quickly. We were looking for a restaurant to eat in for almost whole evening, walking around ocean drive, yet we found this place. Definitely worth it, great experience! Thank you!“

“I love all of it!! Me and my brother go at least once every week to have spaghetti alle vongole… in order to try and not miss our moms dishes ❤️❤️❤️“

“I stayed at a hotel right nearby and went in for breakfast. The three of us ordered different foods, and I can not say enough great things about the facility or what they served us. When we walked in, we were greeted by a woman who should be teaching customer service. We ordered the egg sandwich served in a croissant, with a light sugar topping that was heavenly. We also had the breakfast parfait, which was amazing. Awesome meal.“

“Excellent brunch experience in Miami Beach! La Vie Belle Boutique Café & Cuisine is one of the best brunch spots in Miami Beach. The atmosphere is beautiful, elegant, and welcoming. We enjoyed a delicious breakfast with fresh ingredients, amazing coffee, and beautifully presented dishes. The French toast with fresh berries was outstanding, and the specialty lattes were perfectly prepared. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. If you're looking for a great place for breakfast, brunch, coffee, pastries, or a relaxing morning in Miami Beach, I highly recommend La Vie Belle. We will definitely be coming back!“

“It captures the atmosphere of Florence, Italy. A candlelight dinner fills the evening with romance and intimacy. After 10 PM, the mood shifts, and the venue transforms into a dance club, with a saxophonist playing hits over the DJ's tracks. Highly recommended for a wonderful experience.“

“I really enjoyed my dinner here! Great service & great food! Definitely a highlight during my visit to Miami.“

“A neighborhood gem. An instant staple to the NOBE area that drastically needed a strong a steakhouse. White table cloth fine dining mixed with casual local bar atmosphere. Everything you want out of your night out and the food is spectacular. Obviously the steak is amazing with medium rare steaks still having the perfect crust. Don’t sleep on the other entrees either. Chris behind the barber makes awesome drinks and is a friendly bartender you can come back to. Parker the manager runs a great restaurant and all the staff did a fantastic job with presentation and hospitality. Will be coming back!“

“Fabulous food and drinks, matched by impeccable service!“

“Posto fantastico dove si può gustare la vera cucina italiana con prodotti fresca e di qualità la amatriciana e un qualcosa di afrodisiaco per il palato consigliassimo. Attilio e un amicone.“

“We enjoyed a lovely meal. Sat outside, the lights and seating was perfect. Our waiter was attentive and had great suggestions. We ordered a little bit of everything, but our favorites were the cheese croquettes, truffle yuka fries, roasted chicken plate, passion fruit mojitos tres leches for dessert. The cutest local gem for authentic Cuban food.“

“This was the most inviting, pleasant dinner I have had out in a while. I dined alone and felt like I was eating dinner with my family. the service was excellent and the food was fresh and taste Amazing! I made a great choice by stopping in. I will be back. 👌“

“This is easily one of my favorite Italian restaurants! The food is always delicious, fresh, and full of flavor, and you can truly taste the care that goes into every dish. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it a perfect place for a relaxing dinner, special occasion, or night out.
The service is always wonderful, and the staff makes you feel welcomed from the moment you walk in. Everything from the food to the ambiance and hospitality makes this restaurant stand out.
I highly recommend it to anyone who loves authentic, delicious Italian food. It’s definitely a place I’ll continue coming back to!“

“I love this hidden gem!!!“

“la atencion de primera y la comida excelente..se tomo champagne y el precio accesible“

“Simply the best: amazing food, flawless service. 💪🏼“

“Amazing smoothie!! The smoothies are made to order!! Had the strawberry mango smoothie and it was made with high quality fruit! My friends ordered the blueberry strawberry flavor and loved it too! would highly recommend this place if you are around!!“

“Best breakfast and pastries. Excellent customer service!“

“Complimeenti! Una vera pizza napoletana, degna della nostra grande tradizione.“

“Pomp and circumstance are not always indicative of service and value, but sometimes they are willing bedfellows. Candidly, I am not a big drinker or scene guy, so my feedback is based mostly on how we were treated and the vibes. The NYC lounge was filling quickly on a busy Thursday, but we decided to wing it without a reservation. A friendly server told us we could sit on the central couches, which we gladly accepted. Shortly thereafter, the manager, Daniele Balsano, approached us calmly and apologetically, regretting that the server was unaware of a previous reservation. In short order, he separated a four-top along the street-facing windows to be sure we had a place to sit and enjoy the atmosphere. No belittling or sense of entitlement, just prompt, polite, and professional hospitality that manifested results versus excuses. Daniele was attentive throughout with his charming accent, dapper appearance, and warm demeanor. Furthermore, Daniele stopped us on the way out to personally apologize for the seating mishap, and even gave us his business card with his personal phone number, insisting that we reach out next time we wanted to visit. I cannot speak to the libations, but we ended up befriending the couple next to us and had a wonderful conversation. I can speak to the tasty snack trio they bring for all guests, which is a nice tip of the old New York hat to Bemelmans across the street. So, all things considered, while the aesthetic and prices are on par for similar places, the value is readily apparent because you feel welcomed and appreciated by way of the top-notch service. Bravo Daniele, grazie mille amico!“

“Muy buena atención por parte de yaslin,y la pizza muy buena.“