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Rao’s Miami Beach

Italian finesse and flavour in a class of its own

We left Rao’s with full stomachs and the feeling of having had something truly special. It won’t be the last time we seek out hotel restaurants like this one. 🍝✨

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Review of Rao's Miami Beach – Italian luxury on a whole new level

On our last evening in Miami we chose to eat at Rao’s Miami Beach, located in the prestigious Loews Hotel on Collins Avenue. Rao’s isn’t one of the familiar chains that dominate Miami Beach, and that was one of the reasons we picked this particular restaurant. Despite having fewer reviews on Google and TripAdvisor, the place felt genuine, and the photos of the food and the atmosphere had us looking forward to it.

Rao’s history stretches all the way back to 1896, when the first restaurant opened in East Harlem, New York. The little Italian eatery quickly became legendary and is known for its intimate setting and a guest list that includes everyone from politicians to Hollywood stars. Judging by the many photos on the walls of celebrities who have visited the restaurants, we could clearly sense that we were sitting somewhere with history and class. Today Rao’s also has locations in Las Vegas and Los Angeles, but they hold firmly to their focus on quality and authenticity.

Mood and atmosphere

Finding the restaurant, tucked discreetly behind tinted windows, was an experience in itself. We had to ask at the reception of the Loews Hotel, where we were kindly guided to a lounge to wait before being shown to our table.

The mood in the restaurant was relaxed yet exclusive. The clientele was a good mix of families with children and business people, and with the professional, friendly service we immediately felt at ease. The dress code is casual, but it’s the kind of place where you’re welcome to make a bit of an effort.

What we ate at Rao's Miami Beach

We chose a mix of classic Italian dishes, and everything was beautifully served, at a quality a level above anything else we experienced on the trip:

Rigatoni Bolognese ($34):
A classic bolognese, where the deep flavour of the meat sauce harmonised perfectly with the al dente rigatoni. A simple dish, but perfect for the children – and of course we had a taste too 😉

Penne Vodka ($30):
A creamy tomato and vodka sauce with a touch of cream and Parmesan. The pasta was perfectly cooked, and the dish had a lovely balance of sweetness and acidity.

Carbonara with black truffle ($34 + $20 for truffles):
An authentic carbonara, where the rich sauce of Parmesan and pancetta was made even more luxurious by the black truffles (though you could happily have done without them).

Dessert: Gelato and sorbet ($4 per scoop):
The children shared a fresh sorbet and a silky-smooth gelato. The flavour was rich and authentic – a perfect finish.

Drinks:
We chose a bottle of Simonnet-Febvre Chablis ($145), which paired beautifully with our dishes, along with San Pellegrino ($10) and Diet Coke ($14 for two).

Rao’s Miami Beach – Italiensk finesse og smag i særklasse

Rao’s was without doubt one of the best experiences we had on the entire trip. The food was authentic, the service was second to none, and the atmosphere was relaxed yet exclusive. It’s a place we can warmly recommend, and from now on we’ll be keeping an eye out for hotel restaurants like this when we travel.

Highlights:

  • Professional, friendly service – the best of the trip.
  • Classic Italian dishes with a luxurious twist.
  • A restaurant that is family-friendly yet still exclusive.

The menu – classic Italian craftsmanship

Beyond our own choices, Rao’s offers a broad menu with something for every taste. Here’s a small glimpse of what else the menu holds:

Antipasti & starters

Rao’s offers a range of classic Italian starters, such as their signature meatballs, Rao’s Meatballs ($24), served in a rich tomato sauce, and a fresh Mozzarella Caprese ($20) with tomatoes and basil. For seafood lovers there is, among other things, a Seafood Salad ($25).

Pasta

The menu includes classics such as Linguine alle Vongole ($38), made with clams and a white wine sauce, and Lobster Fra Diavolo ($60), a luxurious dish of lobster in a spicy tomato sauce.

Mains from the grill

From the grill you can choose between dishes such as the 32oz Dry-Aged Porterhouse ($150) and Australian Grass-Fed Lamb Chops ($75). These dishes are perfect for those looking for something extraordinary and elegant.

Sides

To go with the mains you can choose sides such as Grilled Asparagus ($14), Mashed Potatoes ($14) and Roasted Mushrooms ($16).

Address

1601 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
FL 33139 (Loews Hotel)

Website

raosonmiamibeach.com

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