Rao's Miami Beach,

1601 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139

"This place was amazing! From beginning to end it was top notch. Would highly recommend for the food, service, location and ambiance. Our waiter Timothy was the best. He was kind, patient, professional and polite. He made excellent suggestions and took such wonderful care of us. I can't wait to go back. Be sure to try the meatballs and seafood salad. Honestly everything was delicious. We didn't have any dessert only because there was no room in our stomachs. 10 out of 10. Two thumbs up. Bravo!!"

"Love this outpost of the New York original! For truly authentic NY-Italian food, ambiance, and service, Rao's is the place! Exceptionally different with a fantastic menu. Every dish is a real treat! Great bar dining, with a reservation, of course!, and a nice lounge where you have drinks while waiting for your table. Staff is very welcoming and attentive. It's not an easy reservation to get, but once you're in, it's worth the wait!"

"Had an amazing experience with my friend in the week of Art Basel! We had reservations but had to cancel because we couldn’t make it at that time. We explained to the hostesses and they were super friendly and kind to let us in to order a drink, then Maximilian the superstar bartender took care of us and got us 2 spots at the bar! We were able to try the delicious meatballs, the lobster angel hair pasta and another one with Ragu. I can’t say what was more delicious, but loved everything. My friend got cheesecake and I got peanut butter mousse that was incredible!!! This place is not just great food, but a wonderful staff that makes you feel welcomed and like home. Thank you"

"Amazing dinner. The food was exceptional and the service was excellent. Best meatballs anywhere and of course, the sauce! Our server Timothy was gracious and accommodating, and provided spot-on recommendations. Stay for dessert—the peanut butter tort was a treat."

"Seeing as to how the reservations are booked until January, we took our chances to sit and eat at the bar. We are SO glad that we did! We got to meet the bar team, Jackie, Paola, Pepe, and Ivan who were wonderful. We were sitting in front of Jackie who took incredible care of us! The cocktails were spot on, the recommendations she gave us for the food did not disappoint one bit - the meatballs and fiochette were out of this world. We also had the chopped salad, which was a bit too salty for us - the reason this review isn’t five stars - and the red snapper which was delicious! I highly recommend this place and thank you Jackie for making the experience incredible for us!"