Italians are known for their hearty comfort food fare, and this Northern Italian restaurant in Midtown is no exception. It offers an extensive menu for takeout, including appetizers of funghi in pastella di birra (beer-battered mushrooms) and prosciutto di parma with fried gnocco (bread). Choose from the main course hits like tagliatelle with sausage, mushrooms, and cream sauce; or a dish of pumpkin cappellacci that’s tossed in a comforting Bolognese sauce. 

At Salumeria 104 in Midtown the menu is organized with a truly Italian approach: a list of antipasti followed by a roster of hearty pasta entrees and protein courses. Start with a shareable charcuterie board or one of the salumi (cold cut) options such as speck, mortadella, or salame di cinghiale, then move on to can’t-go-wrong lasagna or the gnocchi alla Romana with crispy prosciutto. Spaghetti alla bottarga is also a standout, the long pasta brightened up with a generous portion of salted, pressed, dried mullet roe. And true to its name Salumeria 104 is also a deli where customers can buy items like cold cuts, cheese, and olives by the pound. 

Brunch is the most important meal of the day in Miami, and this Midtown restaurant serves it in English-style decor of florals, soft pastels, and luxurious touches. Chia pudding and açaí bowls are great starters, followed by eggs Benedict, French toast, pancakes, and sammies. And don’t miss Little Hen’s afternoon tea, served with various macaroons, scones, and petit fours. 

Ol’ Days in Midtown is the owners' ode to their childhoods in Argentina, which was, by and large, spent at the table over home-cooked meals. The charming restaurant dishes out all-day brunch items like coffee panna cotta, cheese bread, French toast, tapioca bites, and golden arepas. There are also vegan and wagyu burger options, short ribs, and vegan risotto. Sip on Arabic coffee from the Ethiopian Sidamo region or choose from teas, infusions, cold-pressed juices, wine, and beer selections. The restaurant even features an onsite market offering homemade items packaged in recyclable materials. 

Located at the Shops at Midtown Miami, this restaurant is a safe bet for an Italian experience based on items from Liguria on the Italian Riviera. Expect tried-and-true dishes of minestrone, risotto, branzino, vitello alla Milanese, risotto, and gnocchi, as well as unique regional offerings such as focaccia cheese, made here with two layers of thin dough filled with stracchino cheese. A dish of parsoti, a homemade dumpling, comes filled with spinach, ricotta cheese, and spices, served with a delicate walnut sauce. 

Sugarcane first opened in Miami in 2010 and quickly became a local favorite as a top place to go for brunch, a romantic first date, happy hour, and plenty of people-watching. Food from all over the world is on the menu, including raw bar, sushi, and crudo options, goat cheese croquettes, and wood-fired grilled entrees of beef short ribs, chicory salad, and duck and waffles. The outdoor dining experience includes a full bar and a standing area for mingling. 

From the team behind Negroni Bistro & Sushi Bar comes their latest restaurant creation: Italica Midtown, an expansive 3,500-square-foot restaurant with Argentine roots, offering a colorful twist to traditional Italian cuisine. The all-day space boasts an Aperol Spritz bar, a robust pizza selection, and plenty of Mediterranean-inspired eats.

Biscayne Bay views meet Latin American-influenced dishes at chef Michael Schwartz’s restaurant in Edgewater. Customers flock to the 4,500-square-foot space for the lush indoor and outdoor atmosphere, tropical cocktails, and a food menu of empanadas, jerk mushroom tacos, and grilled Japanese sweet potatoes. A “Marriage Proposal Package” is also on the menu where Amara reserves its best table near the water or on the rooftop, ready with a bottle of champagne, red roses, and an optional special menu and photographer. 

The thirteen sandwich variations are the most famous offerings at this no-frills Cuban diner, and justifiably so. They are big, flavorful, and priced under $7, including options of pan con bistec (steak sandwich) and pan con lechon (pork sandwich), as well as the Cuban sandwich with an add-on of croquetas on top. A breakfast of empanadas, Cuban bread, guava, and cheese pies is also a great way to go. Enriqueta’s rounds out the menu with daily specials like generous platters of pork, chicken, and beef steaks, ham salad, and even a traditional BLT of bacon, lettuce, and tomato.

With a blend of Spanish and Argentine tastes, Rincon Escondido’s modestly-sized space caters to a packed house sharing tapas, sandwiches, paella, sangria, and flan. Cute and casual, this restaurant earns its following meal after meal.

This new surf and turf restaurant from Misha Zelman has finally debuted inside its new multi-story home inside the former Miami Women’s Club space in Edgewater. Featuring enviable waterfront views and the neighborhood’s only rooftop bar, as the name alludes, seafood is certainly the star of the menu at Klaw, with king crab sourced from Norway while the various dry-aged meats are brought in from Nebraska. Other items like bluefin tuna, diver scallops, East and West Coast oysters, and seasonal dishes round out the menu.