Macchialina, South Beach

Insalata mista Photo: Macchialina

Open since 2012, this rustic neighborhood spot consistently turns out authentic pasta made in house, like beet mezzaluna and cavatelli and regional touches like gnocco fritto, puffy dough from Emilia-Romagna, served for the salumi and cheese board. Executive chef Mike Pirolo was born in Queens but raised in Avellino in Campania; his chef de cuisine, Ruggero Vittorini, was born in Rome. Look for a second location to come at Alhambra Towers in Coral Gables.