US-based Rao's Restaurant Group has announced plans to open its new restaurant venue in Miami, Florida, on 25 October 2023.

Rao’s is known for serving southern Neapolitan Italian cooking.

The new restaurant is located within the St Moritz Tower at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel.

Rao's co-owner Ron Straci said: “Rao's is a legendary experience, where every night feels like a Sunday dinner and we are excited that our iconic Harlem eatery and years of tradition can now be celebrated in Miami.

“Our legacy continues to grow as we bring our passion for food and signature vibe to this new location. It feels like a natural next step for our family and a place for the people of Miami to call home.”

Rao's Miami location will offer guests a wide array of menu items, including Rao's Traditional Meatballs and Uncle Vincent's Lemon Chicken.

Loews Hotels & Co president and CEO Alex Tisch said: “When it came time to think about our new South Beach restaurant location, we had to look no further than to Rao's and our dear friends, Ron Straci, Frank Pellegrino Jr, Chef Dino Gatto and the rest of the team, all of whom we have known for years.

“Similarly, like Loews, the Rao's team knows what it takes to give customers a memorable, authentic experience, one that will make Rao's Miami Beach a remarkable addition to the Miami culinary scene.”