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Miami’s most serious foodies rejoiced when famed international Italian brand Serafina opened its first dining destination in Miami’s iconic Aventura Mall. The esteemed restaurant group boasts locations throughout the U.S. in Manhattan, the Hamptons and now Miami, as well as internationally in Brazil, Puerto Rico, Japan, South Korea, India, Dubai and Turkey.

They’re famous for their homemade pizzas, delectable pasta, fresh seafood and inventive Italian cocktails. But Serafina Miami brings something fresh to the table, boasting its own emblematic design, menu and personality. Here are five reasons we’re loving the brand-new Serafina Miami right now:

1. Location, location, location.

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It boasts a prime real estate in one of the country’s highest-grossing retail spaces. Additionally, it’s anchored in the ideal spot in the mall, located on the second floor of the highly-anticipated, sparkling “New Wing” of the mall, situated right next door to Tesla and billionaire Sir Philip Green‘s sprawling Topshop & Topman stores.

2. The mouth-watering, cheat-worthy, decadent menu. 

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Photo Credit: Serafina Miami

From the brand’s famed “Fabulous”pizzas including the classic Margherita or the cheesy Formaggi D’Italia pie, to rich the Tagliolini Al Tartufo Nero pasta dish, each bite at the Italian eatery is more delicious than the next. And don’t forget the selection of fresh seafood and vegetables if you prefer something lighter. There are even vegan and gluten-free options to please everyone!

3. Inventive cocktails.

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Photo Credit: Serafina Miami

Transport yourself to the Mediterranean and sip on the signature Terra Spritz cocktail, which is their own take on the classic Aperol Spritz—made with Gra’it, Italicus (Bergamont liqueur), Peychaud’s Aperitivo and Q Grapefruit Soda. Another must-try is the refreshing Italian Bouquet to start your meal, created with Cocchi Americano Aperitif, St Germain and Q Tonic Water.

4. It’s extraordinarily Instagrammable.

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From the Neon Angel Wing sign and the infinity-lit bathroom hallways, to the memorable bathroom wallpaper of male and female icons—J. Lo in the men’s room and David Beckham in the ladies room—the trip to the restaurant is sure to enhance your social media feed.

5. Its local VIP crowd.

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Run by Miami’s beloved locals and successful entrepreneurs Benny and Stacey Shabtai, Michael Baccaro and Samantha Cooper, who partnered with founders Vittorio Assaf and Fabio Granato, the power team has successfully attracted Miami’s most revered and successful crowd. On the opening night, the team was joined by the likes of Don & Michelle Soffer, Jackie Soffer, Olga Blavatnik, Lorena Cartagena, Rony Seikaly, Martha Graeff, Kamal Hotchandani, Marko Jaric, David & Isabela Grutman, Iran Issa Khan, Jay Goldman, Jay Parker, Keith Menin, Kobi Karp, Jasmine Tosh, Janie Cundy, Dmitry Prut, Ernesto & Ashley Arguello and many more.

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And as if it couldn’t get better than all of this, we have more good news—Serafina Miami is now not only open for dinner service, but all day for lunch! Guests can choose to sit indoors or take in Serafina’s covered outdoor pergola surrounded my lush greenery and flowers.

Serafina Miami’s kitchen is open daily Sunday-Monday, 12 p.m.-11 p.m. for lunch and dinner service and the bar will be open late daily. For reservations please visit the website at www.serafinamia.com. Serafina is also available for takeout, delivery and catering.