Eating at a trattoria in Italy is like eating in your own home: Each one has its own feel, whether it is rustic, homey or elegant. Lincoln Road’s answer to the Italian trattoria—da Leo—manages to be a delightful combination of all three elements, and does so without being pretentious.

The original da Leo opened in Lucca, Italy in 1907 and is still in operation today. The Lincoln Road transport from the old country was the first restaurant in the open-air mall to really embrace al fresco dining almost 12 years ago.

Their secret of their staying power is classic Italian fare with recipes straight from the boot, combined with family-friendly prices and an ideal location smack in the middle of Lincoln Road.

The restaurant caters to a low-key crowd who are interested in enjoying a good authentic Italian meal while taking in the sights and sounds of one of South Beach’s most popular streets.

da Leo is located at 819 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, Florida, 33139. Phone: 305.674.0350