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    Il Pizzaiolo

    4.5 (68 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza
    Closed 12:00 pm - 11:30 PM
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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Abriana B.

    This place is a dream!! It is so cute inside and very well decorated, definitely instagram worthy. I can safely say the food matched the vibes, it was good and had amazing flavor. I would personally skip the appetizer trio we ordered, it was kinda lackluster and a little cold, however the pizza made up for it. Overall a good spot for some authentic Italian.

    Veggie Pizza and Tomato and Mozzarella
    Tanya J.

    Found this place by accident and had the veggie pizza. It was really tasty! As a native New Yorker, I wish the crust didn't get soggy as I am used to a toasted bottom. However it was good. Tomato and fresh mozzarella was a hit! Ambiance was casual and service amazing!

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    Chris U.

    I live in the neighborhood and figured I'd give it a try. I read the articles about the young pizzaiolo coming over from Italy to open this shop in the middle of tourist central, so I didn't expect much. Wow, was I surprised. My reference here is based on eating only one thing here (twice): the pizza margherita. It's superb. I've done the pizza tours of the great historic pizza restaurants in Naples, and this is every bit as good. And as good (or better) than the "legendary" Neapolitan pizza maker around the corner. There's a lot of things on the menu, but it's all about the pizza. The staff is incredibly nice and welcoming as well.

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    Catherine C.

    Very intimate place, with spot lighting on the table, close tables and very Italian decor. To complete the experience, there was also Italian music playing, which made it super romantic and perfect for couples. We ordered two pizzas and loved them. Super fresh dough, delicious flavor and several options to choose from (you can go back a few times without repeating the menu). The only thing we missed was some olive oil and bread as a starter to have the full Italian experience.

    Devin W.

    This is a long review! You have been warned. I don't know what to compare this place to that I have actually been to. I imagine I could find a place just like this in Italy if I were there. Instead here I am in South Beach enjoying this authentic Italian fare. We are dining in an area where there Maítre D of each establishment is out front to invite you to come dine with them. They are a persistent bunch that don't accept your first, second, or third no for an answer! LOL Well it was a waiter at Pizzaiolo, Anas, a young Moroccan man that talked us into trying this place out. Showing us the menu he kept emphasizing a term used throughout each item, D.O.P. It's an Italian acronym for "Denominazione di Origine Protetta,". Translated means Protected Designation of Origin. For the sake of ingredients on the menu that are labeled DOP, it means This label guarantees that products you are eating are strictly grown, produced and packaged locally. So this food was authentically Italian down to some of the main ingredients! How could we not give this place a try, right? We started with and split a Parmigiana. Stacked slices of oven baked eggplant. No breading, just eggplant with sauce and mozzarella between each slice of eggplant topped with finely shredded Parmesan and a basil leaf. It tasted as fresh as it looked. The sauce was flavorful without any particular seasoning dominating it. We enjoyed this different to us take on Parmigiana. Next we ordered pizzas. Mine was a plain old cheese and pepperoni. Mind you each dish was named in Italian and I don't recall, nor did I take pics of the menu to tell you the Italian name of these pizzas. My wife ordered a pizza that came topped with artichokes, mushrooms, and Kalamata olives. It was also supposed to have prosciutto but she didn't want that. We were told that the size of a pizza meant we should each order our own to have a good portion. LIES! We could have definitely split one pizza! The dough was so light in texture. It reminded me of freshly made Naan bread. It was very good along with the sauce cheese and toppings. The pepperoni was spicy and good. My wife thoroughly enjoyed her pizza as well. We both really like the dough. Side note, the dough is heavily featured in the desserts offered. Bottom line, good service, delicious food in a nice setting.

    A year ago my wife and I went to Amalfi. We stayed in Napoli and Praiano. This place captures the taste and spirit. The waiter was friendly and made great recommendations (and from Naples). The atmosphere, with the taste, brings your right back. We had the fried pizza and a diavoli pizza. Can't go wrong.

    Pizza Pepperoni

    Service is amazing, food authentic and delicious, and beautiful decorations. I grew up in Ukraine, the offer of sparkling or still water definitely holds up to European standard. Could not imagine a better way to spend my evening in Miami.

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    Lauren C.

    Excellent food close to Miami Beach. Prices are fair and quality of food is high. The restaurant is well decorated and service was attentive. I had Ronye as my server and he was very kind. I actually ended up going here twice on my most recent visit to Miami. Love their pizzas.

    Nadia F.

    What an amazing spot!!!! The best arancini I've tried in a long time. This place it's absolutely address as it is in Italy Napoli. Made me feel like I was in Napoli for a minute. Pizza was great, good flavor good quality of food ingredients. I will definitely be back.

    Love the decor but it was cold inside
    Sheila R.

    The pizza is sooo good! We visited for dinner once and got delivery for lunch shortly after. The food is phenomenal. They make my favorite style of pizza with the soft crust. We had the meatball one and the pistachio/mortadella and they were equally fabulous. Our server was friendly, but the restaurant was busy and it took a while to get our pizza. It was certainly worth the wait! However, the restaurant was cold! I preferred having their pizza delivered through Uber Eats. Highly recommend :)

    Inside the restaurant, table for two!
    Madeline R.

    My husband and I tried this pizzeria this evening for our dinner. We were greeted promptly by a very friendly waiter who sat us down right away even though we were early for our reservation. He was very kind and attentive. He was also very helpful when ordering as we had never tried authentic Italian pizza. This restaurants ambiance is very romantic and welcoming. I love the decor, and the whole feel of the place! The price was also decent compared to other places we've gone to. The pizza was so tasty and everything seemed to be so fresh!

    JT B.

    A quaint Italian restaurant with a HomeGoods/homecoming lemon decor. Fairly crowded with locals and tourists. One server and two runners left a lot to be desired in terms of timing. Not quite Miami normal because the waiter was charming and clearly running around trying to service every table. We almost finished our beverages before the food arrived. The Cesar salad was like you gave up half way, and was overpriced for the portion (see picture). The pizza was very good, but can't hold up to the rest of the experience in terms of a repeat visit. There are too many other places in South Beach delivering a better experience. Their web site states they are taking place in Miami Spice. Apparently that was not the case. There is a tv showing the action in the kitchen on a live feed. A 20% gratuity comes directly on the bill. We tried!

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    Great pizza. Reminds me when we visited Italy, fresh tomatoes,mozzarella and crust all done in a wood fired oven

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    Crust is too big. Pizza is raw dough. Gross.dont love this pizza AT ALL. Delivery is even worse.

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    The best Neapolitan pizza in South Florida. The Magarita Regina is fantastic every visit.

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    Absolutely fantastic. Authentic Neapolitan pizza, great vibe, super friendly and knowledgeable staff.

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    The pizzas were amazing! We got the Regina Margarita and the Maradona, they were very flavorful and fresh. We would love to come back

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    Raffaele was a very good server. Highly recommend this place. Food was outstanding. He was so epic and made the experience so good here.

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    Lucali

    Lucali

    3.9
    (940 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    This is a great fast-casual spot if you're looking for something quick, tasty, and affordable. The…read morefood is consistently good, with fresh ingredients and solid portion sizes that make it feel like you're getting great value for the price. The menu has a nice variety of options, so it's easy to find something you're in the mood for whether you want something light or a more filling meal. Everything comes out quickly, but still tastes like it's made with care rather than rushed. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual, making it a perfect place to grab a quick lunch or an easy dinner without spending a lot. Overall, it's a reliable go-to when you want good food that won't break the bank.

    I visited Lucali Miami in advance of a cruise and to no small degree planned my day around dining…read morehere! So my very high level of anticipation may certainly be partially to blame for my average-ish experience. I was pleasantly surprised to get a table with no wait at ~6:30 on a Wednesday evening. Staff were attentive and friendly. Prices were high, as expected, but at least the pizzas are of reasonable size. The $32 pasta portion probably could've been a bit more generous. But anyway, on to why we're all here - The Pizza: The crust had a great crunch but I felt lacked nuance beyond that, no chew and a touch on the dry side. Cheese and sauce were fine but also unremarkable. The heaps of basil provided some bright freshness that was definitely appreciated. I feel even more compelled now to try the NYC location for comparison! This wasn't a bad pizza by any stretch but not something I would ever pick over my favorite NYC standouts.

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    All Beef pepperoni
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    Pane e Vino

    Pane e Vino

    4.8
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    0.1 mi
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    CANNOT RECOMMEND ENOUGH!…read more Dined on a Wednesday night with reservations, place was full by 8 PM. From the moment you walk in the staff are nothing but welcoming and kind. The small space has such a cozy charm that makes you feel like you're dining in the heart of Italy. Our server Mirko gave us time to review the menu and made sure to answer any questions we had. He was very friendly and attentive without overly hovering, and made sure everything arrived while it was still hot from the kitchen. The food was SPECTACULAR! A meal I will certainly never forget. The "Fiocchetti Pere & Parmigiano" was sweet but had a bite from the black sesame; I've never had anything like it. And the tiramisu was delectable without being too overly sweet. Even the wine was delicious! Can't wait to visit again.

    Went in expecting just another fancy Miami Beach tourist trap, but got the coziest dinner date with…read morethe cutest decor. All the staff was amazing and helpful, but our waited Pedro truly made the experience. We started off with the Bruschetta Crostini, which was amazing as someone who loves truffle, and the Mozzarella Fritta. Both were amazing but what really blew us away was the Tonnarelli alla Ruota, which was served table side in a parmesan wheel, and the Agnolotti Piemontesi. They even brought out a Tiramisu for my birthday which I thought was insanely thoughtful. As long as this restaurant remains open they will ALWAYS have us as a customer!

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    Pistachio pasta, special off menu dish with green pasta, tomatoes, artichokes, shrimp, garlic and lemon sauce!
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    Fratelli La Bufala

    Fratelli La Bufala

    4.1
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    0.8 mi
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    20 years in business
    Gluten-free friendly

    We make it a point to eat at Fratelli La Bufala every time we visit Miami Beach. We have been fans…read moreof the brand for a long time (since they had a New York City location over a decade ago) because of how authentic the food is: I'm Italian and I always look for restaurants I can trust to consistently deliver a meal that tastes like home. This time I had the spaghetti alle vongole (clams): it is close to impossible to find good spaghetti alle vongole in the US, so I usually just make them myself at home, but I trusted this Neapolitan team to deliver -- and they did! The spaghetti were perfect, exactly like being in Italy. On top of that, we really enjoyed the service: Josefina was attentive and sweet, always on top of things. We will be back soon enough.

    This was my first meal in Miami right after I got off the flight, so I was pretty hungry and wanted…read moreto order everything. My friend and I shared the Greek salad to start. It was not great, there were too many mushrooms and not enough other vegetables, and not enough dressing so it was dry. Thankfully, things turned around when the pizza and pasta came out. We shared the bolognese and the diavolo pizza. Both were huge portions and were both really delicious. We ended up not finishing the pizza but I had some leftover later and it was still really good cold.

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    Pummarola Miami Beach

    Pummarola Miami Beach

    4.7
    (127 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Casual fun little spot in Miami Beach. When you walk in you place your order with the cashier and…read moreare handed a number. You take a seat at the table and they bring out your order. The outside seats were full, but inside there were still tables available so we opted to sit inside. Nice part of being inside, is that you can watch the kitchen at work. I think it was super impressive how fast they were making the pizzas. We went specifically for their $6 Margherita Monday special. The pizza came out very quick! And OMG it was absolutely to die for. If you like Neapolitan style pizza then this is the place for you! Made to order, that pizza makes it to the table smoking. The tomato sauce is so flavorful and sweet. And the cheese is perfectly melted. The dough is fluffy with just the right amount of chew. The staff is also super sweet. Everyone was very friendly. Highly recommend checking them out when in Miami Beach!

    The order: four cheese pizza, regular pizza with onions and french fries…read more The good: fair prices, pizza has a good crust, and isn't greasy at all which is a huge plus. The plain pizza was the best one out of the two I ordered. The bad: the four cheese needs gorgonzola, otherwise it's bland and tasteless like this one was. The fries were raw, had to stick them in the oven for 20+ minutes which is ridiculous. How do they not see that the fries are extremely undercooked?! The pizza was also undercooked, the crust was the only thing that was cooked properly, had to throw the pizza in the oven for 15 minutes. May give them another try but with so many genuine 5-star pizza options I don't think I will.

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    IT Italian Trattoria

    IT Italian Trattoria

    3.9
    (359 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    We spent the day on Lincoln road. Wow how much it has changed. There was a pretty dj at the…read moreentrance that drew us in. It's a cute place with a gelato station at the front then a display with pastries and desserts that looked amazing, like the cannoli. In the middle was a bar with a giant tv screen, sitting area, and then the area where they were cooking fresh pizza and pasta. The decor was filled with frames of photos that gave it a family feel with lots of fun. Our server was friendly. We ordered the diavalo pizza (spicy pepperoni) and lasagna. The pizza was delicious love the thin crust and the tomato sauce and cheese tasted fresh. It was really good and cheesy. The lasagna was good and not heavy. After eating it I didn't feel bad. :) it was somehow light in texture and good. It was nice that we watched the Knick's game and ate a great meal.the prices weee great the plates were shareable.

    I wasn't even sure whether I should write this review, but in the end I decided to share my…read moreexperience. During our vacation, on Friday, May 29, we stopped here for lunch after 2 PM. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and I have no complaints about the service. Unfortunately, the Bolognese pasta I ordered made me extremely sick. My husband had a pizza and was completely fine, but a few hours after my meal I started feeling nauseous and developed severe stomach issues. That night, I ended up in the emergency room and had to receive IV medications. Even after being discharged from the hospital the next morning, the following days of our vacation were ruined because I was still recovering. The financial cost is one thing, but having a vacation you've planned and paid for ruined by a single plate of pasta is incredibly disappointing. The pasta itself was cooked al dente, but I believe the problem was with the sauce. I didn't even enjoy the flavor while I was eating it. I asked for Parmesan to make it taste better, but honestly, I wish I had stopped eating it altogether. I'm sharing this experience in the hope that more attention will be paid to food freshness and kitchen hygiene. When food safety standards slip, people don't just lose money--they lose their health and valuable vacation time as well. I wish I could give zero stars!

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    IT Italian Trattoria
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