Best road-trip restaurants in Florida

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Cozy family-run Coral Gables trattoria turning out generous, comforting Italian classics that keep locals returning for decades of consistency.

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Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli's convivial Coral Gables osteria serving handmade pastas and Italian small plates in a warm, lively neighborhood room.

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Fine-dining Italian in Warren Harding's 1907 former winter home with house-made pastas. (Downtown Historic District)

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Family-friendly Italian and pizza in Homestead, the safe group answer when South Florida park logistics have already burned the decision energy.

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Handmade pasta and wood-fired pizzas in the heart of San Marco.

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Intimate Michelin-starred Italian-American tasting spot. (Little River)

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Evan Funke's glamorous Roman pasta destination. (Design District)

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Michelin Bib Gourmand pasta-focused trattoria. (South Beach)

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Atmospheric Tuscan spot in a vine-covered garden, a longtime date-night favorite. (Downtown)

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Coastal Italian from James Beard finalist Ian Gillette serving lamb shank over saffron fregola and squid-ink tagliolini with local blue crab.

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Michelin-recommended rustic Italian from Chef Brandon McGlamery on Park Avenue serving wood-fired pizzas, handmade pasta and seasonal plates.