When looking for a place to eat I sometimes just have a direction.. Tonight I wanted to see what we could find on 53rd Street. I was here a few months ago and between 2nd and 3rd Avenue this street is packed with restaurants, and an Insomnia cookie. After reviewing a few menus we selected Angelo Bellini. It was very good. I had a fabulous Cosmopolitan from the bar which left me a bit stupid, and a delicious Veal Marsala… I couldn’t finish it. The bread was good, a bit of olive oil and cheese.. voila, Im a happy camper.
Tag: Italian
Piola
Why I am not a regular here I don’t know. I have eaten here twice, its in the neighborhood, the price is right, the place is comfortable and the food really is very good.
A step up Italian eatery with a varied menu…the chicken viola was unique, delicious and there was a big enough portion that I brought enough home for a midnight snack.
Caffe Vialetto
Hands Down my favorite, even though they don’t have a dessert I love. For the first two years I came here I got the Papparadeli Short Ribs. I had tasted it and knew nothing could compare. Then one night I tried a piece of fish with risotto, then I tried the short rib, then another piece of fish. Now I don’t know what to order except of course the Duck Salad to start, unless I order the Ceasar, with a few anchovies. Beer and Wine only.
Basilico in Doral
This place was on its way to being my new favorite when we went on a Wednesday night three years ago. But then i went back, and so not my favorite, just ordinary, not so great the second time
La Patagonia
4802 NW 7 St, Miami 33126
http://patagoniasteakhouse.us/?page_id=57
Hidden in the back of shopping center find this charming little restaurant with very good food.
We had a wonderful steak and a magnificent Chicken ravioli in pesto
Ocio
Behind the miami airport, in an industrial neighborhood sits this charming Italian restaurant.
Decorated with care and a unique eye, even the menu looks original. And the food was fabulous. The service friendly and something about the place sets it apart.
Anthony’s
I have always gone at someone else suggestion and never been unhappy. Last time I was here I tried the ribs. I must say, they give the wings a run for their money. A neighborhood pizza place. I could take it or leave it.
DiNapoli
I have gone back and forth on DiNapoli for years. My first experience was bad, then years later I returned and it was fine. I have been twice in the past year and taken out twice, all good. So, for neighborhood Italian its a good choice. You have to choose it over Papa Piccolo ( http://papapiccolopizzeria.eat24hour.com ), Papa Riccos ( at 144 and US 1) and giros ( http://cirosonline.com ) which isn’t easy.
Caffe Italia
Caffe Italia at 3800 SW 8th Street is one of those places I wish were closer. I love the tortellini alfredo, the garlic rolls, the feel of the place. Its definitely a local Italian but with a bit more comfort than the places closer.
Secreto
Across from town and country Mall.
I loved this little place. Great upscale Italian , cloth napkins on the table, lovely wait staff. They have an extensive menu and are happy to make adjustments. I was able to get a vegetable. I have been a few times and everyone has bee happy with everything they had. I suggest a reservation as they do fill up.
Lunching With Laura 