50 Best Italian Restaurants near South Miami

“Everyone in my family order different dishes, everything was amazing!! Great ambiance.“

“I had a fantastic experience last night! The service is top tier--Marco and the rest of the staff are kind, knowledgeable, and attentive. I had the best beef carpaccio ever--try it, they put a unique spin on the traditional dish--followed by the baby artichoke hearts and accompanied by an amazing Swiss Pinot Noir from Lucas Madonia. One of the best dinners I've had in a while and I'm frequently out. Highly recommend this quirky and cool restaurant!“

“Excelente servicio por partes de nuestros amigos Franceska y Diego ! The best restaurant for some Italian food with the best service in Miami Doral …“

“If you love thin crust pizza, this is your place! They bring creativity to pizza which I love. Can’t wait to taste each and every one! Would love to see cannoli’s offered with dessert coffees.“

“Great food, recommend trying Patates frittas, which is mushed potatoes in panco crust and fried, it comes with very rich truffle sause , probably a million calories but it's worth it. Lamb shanks and Cacio E Pepe were great too, also recommended. Ambiance is simple but cozy, with indoor and outdoor options.“

“Recomiendo al 100% este lugar. La atención siempre es excelente, rápida y atenta. La comida es riquísima, nada te decepcionará! Las sopa de langosta, la pizza di parma, los ñoquis tartufo y la tarta de ricotta y Pera son mis favoritos.“

“One of our favorite restaurants!“

“Everything we ordered was outstanding. The chicken parm was incredible a thick, juicy piece of chicken with the perfect crunch on the outside, lightly sauced so it didn’t overpower the dish, and served piping hot. You could tell it was made with care.

The cacio e pepe was equally impressive. The pasta tasted fresh and perfectly cooked, and the sauce was rich, simple, and exactly what you hope for from this classic dish.

The green tomato gazpacho was such a unique surprise…bright, refreshing, and full of flavor. And the tiramisu… easily one of the best I’ve had in Miami. Light, creamy, and the perfect way to end the meal.

Everything from the flavors to the execution was on point. We’ll definitely be back.“

“Food was great, Italian atmosphere and great service. Special thanks to our server Mirko“

“espectacular 👌 me encantó“

“Excellent ambiance, food and service. Our server Michael was very personable and very attentive.

I love that even if you’re dining indoors you feel connected to the outside as their sliders are wide open. We were there on a Thursday night and there was live music as well. I would highly recommend this restaurant for a date night or a night out with friends and/or family.“

“Had a great experience at Tullio last night. The food was excellent, fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared and the service was attentive and welcoming throughout the evening. The atmosphere is elegant yet comfortable, making it a perfect spot for a special night out. Highly recommend.“

“Awesome food ! Incredible atmosphere!!!“

“Good food and good service.“

“Best salad … shrimp beets avocado OMG … 10 out of 10“

“Excellence and friendly service along with delicious food and nice ambiance 💕“

“Amazing food and exceptional service!

The pizza is reall good! fresh ingredients, perfect crust, and full of flavor. But what truly makes the experience special is the service. Alessia was absolutely wonderful! She was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout the visit. Her warm personality and professionalism really added to the experience.

If you’re in Miami and craving great pizza with outstanding service, Pizzeria Bellino is the place to go. Highly recommended!“

“Everything was great the pizza salad wine“

“My favorite restaurant! I've been several times, both to the previous downtown location and to the new location at the Moore and I must say, this new location is perfect for Torno Subito. It's whimsical, creative and inspiring.
The food is amazing (as always) and the service is top tier. Staff is knowledgeable, kind, and makes your experience memorable every time. Drinks are also so great!
I always recommend this place to my friends and family and everyone I've taken / recommended Torno Subito to loves it!
Kudos to the whole team, incredible work!“

“We went with another couple for Valentines day. The food was great. We really enjoyed the salad with squash (cut/peeled into curls) and goat cheese, crispy pieces on top. The fritto mista was fresh, light and hot. The burrata was also very good- soft and pillowy on inside. Everyone had different kinds of fish- branzino, dover sole and salmon. All were cooked perfectly. They had a live music female vocalist with a beautiful voice and two other band members. Anna, our server was fantastic, as was Gary the GM. Would absolutely go back!“

“There delicious Italian food made fresh and there great service ! And it's family friendly“

“what a great restaurant great service, very friendly and professional. the food delicious, causy place for couple and groups“

“This place has a great atmosphere! Staff is on point and the service is too! And the food? It doesn’t get any better than this😊 Do yourself a favor and stop in!“

“Awsome service food quality. Great pizza & Veronica #1 server. God Bless you“

“Mamo is a must if you like sensational food, impeccable service and a stunning setting. The Chef Salvatore, is without a doubt Oscar winning in the Restaurant world. I recommend this restaurant very highly. You will not be disappointed, trust me.“

“I visited this beautiful trattoria about a month ago with my aunt, and we both left absolutely delighted.
The place is elegant, but what makes it truly special is its authenticity. Nothing feels forced or exaggerated. The atmosphere is refined yet natural and everything about the experience feels genuine.
You can feel the care and passion behind what the owners, Massimo and Elisabetta, have created. A truly beautiful and memorable trattoria.“

“amazing service and drinks in Miami's trendiest neighborhood. Highly recommend it. Mangia!“

“Kaitlyn was our server assistant and she was amazing. She took the time out to interact with us when we asked her advise on a table conversation we were having. Alex was our main server who was also extremely helpful and took the time out to explain the menu.“

“amazing food, loved it! Truly delicious. reservation is needed, is always packed“

“A superb restaurant with a Peruvian influence on traditional pasta dishes. Food preparation and presentation is excellent while served with very knowledgeable and caring hosts. The manager takes time to introduce himself. You can tell that he really cares and is very genuine. The meals are delicious and perfectly sized. A great addition to the Miami dining scene.“

“We had lunch at this Italian restaurant in Miami, and it was truly an authentic experience.

From the first course to the main dishes, every plate brought the flavors and aromas of Italy: the pasta with clams was full of taste and the scent of the sea, the tartare was fresh and perfectly balanced, and the fried dishes were crispy and light—simply perfect.

Everything was prepared with great attention to detail, and you can really taste the quality of the ingredients and the passion in the kitchen.

A big compliment to the environment as well—elegant and welcoming—and to the atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. Special thanks to the owner’s wife for her friendliness and warm welcome, and to the entire staff for their professionalism and kindness.

Highly recommended for anyone looking for true Italian flavors in Miami!“

“Delicious pizza! Loved the pear and fig. Yummy. Thank you for coming out to Calusa and treating us to such a delicious lunch. Will definitely go with my family soon.“

“I love the whole experience here. The spot is great and has a unique vibe—elegant without being flashy, with a classic feel that never feels forced.

The food is delicious. I usually go for the fish, which is always excellent, but I tried the steak yesterday and it was great as well. After about six visits, the quality has been consistently very good.

The service is great, the cocktails are excellent, and overall it’s one of my favorite restaurants in Miami. Five stars.“

“Excellent Italian like I haven't had in years. Not casual mass market Italian. Not some type of fusion. Excellently prepared and seasoned. The stuffed snapper is highly recommended. Unassuming store front, but beautiful two rooms with quiet, low light ambiance. Service was attentive and excellent.“

“Very good food, and they were all very attentive, I will recommend dining there 100%.“

“The best Italian food in town. The authentic version of Italian dishes and the best quality of food. All the staff are amazing and very welcoming. Congratulations“

“Everything about this restaurant is fantastic if you like authentic Italian food made with the best ingredients topped with fabulous service and great wine!“

“Verace is simply fantastic. Very affordable. Whether you are eating with friends, family, spouse, or by yourself. It is fantastic. They are accommodating, the food is great, pizza is perfect every time. I love the bolognese and they will substitute the rigatoni for fettuccine. A fav. The atmosphere is cute and quaint, but I would suggest to dim the lights during the dinner hour. The patio is lovely, I need to take advantage of it. Service is perfect. Highly recommend it! Run! Don’t walk to Verace.“

“Wonderful food, incredible service.“

“We had lunch at Felice in Brickell today and it was AMAZING. We drove from Fort Lauderdale and its location is so easy to reach from I-95 and we loved the valet parking so prompt. The restaurant has a wonderful outside dining area, made private by luscious plants, fans, heaters, modern furniture and decor, but we opted to dine inside due to the bad weather. The dining room is quite elegant but contemporary, the tablecloths and silverware on point, which is important for us. The overall service quality was superb, from hostess Manuela's warm reception, to Flavio the manager's exquisite charm, to the skilled waiter's attentiveness, and we even got to meet Chef Luigi to compliment him on each of the dishes we enjoyed. Most importantly, everyone was really Italian and spoke Italian, which was so refreshing, since we are also Italian from the actual Country ! We loved the refined ambiance and relaxed atmosphere which made the authentic Northern Italian dishes taste even better ! Food and drink wise: the Mojito we started with was most delicious ! A Bubbly Prosecco DOC was our choice to enjoy the meal. For appetizers we had Tuna Carpaccio with capers, but it was as fancy as a Tuna Tartar, and scrumptious shrimps in pink sauce with a touch of Jalapeno. For the entrees, we went with the New York strip with Truffle and Mushroom which came inside a fancy copper pan; we were impressed by the very generous portion boasting an aroma and flavor we hardly tasted anywhere else other than Italy, and a classic Branzino al Cartoccio, which came inside the actual "cartoccio" it was baked within, and its freshness and flavor were amazing. Side dishes were delicious too: we ordered char-grilled asparagus and the best home made French Fries EVER! All the food was "clean", fresh, cooked to perfection, with no heavy sauce or seasoning covering/altering the actual flavor of the main ingredients like most "Italian" restaurants do here in Sfla. We appreciated that immensely! We "tried" to end with a nice espresso only.....but they insisted we had a bite of their Tiramisu dessert and we obliged. Obviously, it was delicious too. Hence, as far as REAL Italian restaurants in South Florida are concerned, we recommend this place wholeheartedly, and we will be back very soon to taste more of their dishes. OVERALL : 10 STARS!!!!!“

“The best Croissants 🥐 I’ve had and delicious latte friendly service and staff.“

“We had a great dinner here! The grilled octopus was perfect and the spaghetti vongole tasted straight out of Italy — homemade, fresh, and delicious. Also, our waiter Enzo was incredible, guiding us to the perfect food selections and wine and dessert pairings. Can’t wait to come back!“

“Beautiful place, romantic atmosphere delicious food, incredible service. Just perfect“

“Siempre trato de participar en RSVP to wine dinner y la experiencia cada día es mejor . El staff es súper amable y profesional, muy elegante en el momento de servir, la comida exquisita al igual que los vinos que se degustan. Es una magnífica opción y recomiendo a todos que lo disfruten“

“Pizza tasted very organic with home made taste ingredients, tasted like the italian pizza from Venezuela, they have classics, but offered corn and bacon pizza (Venezuelan combination), and new ingredients like with truffle oil, burrata, arugula, etc. Place was clean, they have other vendors around with different type of food like hot dogs and grilled steak but tab will be separate.“

“Gem of an establishment! Located in downtown Miami, but once you cross the threshold it’s a world all on its own. A quaint, calm, romantic, and aromatic atmosphere. We were immediately greeted with kindness, attention and excitement. The menu was enthusiastically explained as well as a brief introduction to this fantastic, family owned business. The food was top tier! Amazing! The staff, from entrance to exit, were fabulous and well appointed. This is a MUST if you are in the Miami area. When we come back, we will definitely be back! Chefs kiss“

“This place truly has something for everybody. Their extensive and incredibly yummy menu offerings will have you coming back again and again. High quality products all across the board. Impeccable presentation and service. Highly recommended.“

“I ate here when I DJ’d at we belong here. Unreal. I lived in Brooklyn for years and this is the real deal.

The owner Vinny is a real gentleman. They put extra cheese on top and the bread and crust were made perfectly.

Didn’t take long at all either. They work so quickly and still have a minute to be kind and chat. Can’t wait to try their sandwiches.

I also got a cannoli and I was blown away. Gotta come here.“

“The pizza was decent, but we ordered the 18-inch pizza, which was way too much for three people. The highlight of the meal was their Asiana salad; it was incredibly tasty. The service was okay, but we were disappointed that they told us to wait outside while they prepared our table, even though we were already inside. The restaurant was also too cramped for a large group of people.“

“Las ensaladas deliciosas y aliñadas a la perfección“