Dinner Menu
The simplicity and tradition of the Rao’s kitchen is rooted in generations of care, technique and soul. From signature staples to new dishes inspired by the spirit of Miami Beach, we invite you to savor the legendary flavors of Rao’s one bite at a time.
RAW BAR
CAVIAR* 30g
Kaluga | 150
Grand Cru | 220
served with blinis, chives, egg yolk & whites, crème fraîche, red onions
RAW BAR
Seafood Tower*
Small (2 People) | 100
Medium (3-4 People) | 145
Large (5-6 People) | 185
oysters, shrimp, lobster, clam, alaskan king crab,
italian chimichurri, mignonette, cocktail sauce
INSALATE
Caprese Salad | 25
mozzarella, sliced heirloom tomatoes, aged balsamic, basil
Dino’s Chopped Salad | 24
chopped green leaf lettuce, iceberg, cucumber, endive, fennel, radicchio, red onion, tomatoes,
genoa salami, sharp provolone, rao’s house vinaigrette
INSALATE
Caesar Salad* | 22
romaine, shaved parmesan, toasted croutons, caesar dressing
Shaved Fennel & Pear Salad | 24
shaved bartlett & red anjou pears, fennel, grana padano, lemon vinaigrette
ANTIPASTI
Baked Clams | 23
little neck clams, char-broiled, oregano bread crumb stuffing
Rao’s Traditional Meatballs | 28
ground beef, italian breadcrumbs & seasoning, marinara
Fritto Misto | 26
fried calamari, shrimp, zucchini strings, marinara & remoulade sauces
Mozzarella Carozza | 20
fried mozzarella sandwich, marinara & lemon, garlic & wine sauces
Seafood Salad | 38
lobster, calamari, shrimp, crab meat, red bell peppers, citronette dressing
ANTIPASTI
Sautéed Shrimp | 10
Priced Per Piece • Minimum 3
FRA Diavolo | spicy marinara sauce
Scampi | lemon, butter, garlic & white wine sauce
Roasted Red Peppers & Burrata | 24
italian parsley, golden raisins, pine nuts, EVOO
Sautéed Mussels | 25
white wine, butter, garlic, fennel
Sausage & Peppers | 24
sweet & hot sausage, sautéed peppers & onions
PRIMI - PASTAS
Lobster Fra Diavolo | 60
angel hair pasta, spicy marinara sauce
Linguini And Clams | 36
garlic, white wine, red pepper flakes, parsley,
choice of red or white sauce
Gemelli Veal Ragu | 34
braised veal, herbs, pecorino romano
Linguini Carbonara* | 34
pancetta, cracked black pepper, cream, egg, pecorino romano
Rigatoni Bolognese | 34
braised beef, oregano, basil, san marzano tomatoes, pecorino romano
Tuscan Shrimp & Scallops | 52
pappardelle pasta, sundried tomato, spinach, lemon white wine cream sauce
PRIMI - PASTAS
Orecchiette Broccoli Rabe & Sausage | 34
sweet & hot sausage, garlic, broccoli rabe
Gemelli Pesto | 29
basil pesto, torn basil, pine nuts, lemon
Fiochette | 30
beggars purse ravioli with bartlett pears, ricotta cheese, brown butter, sage, dried cranberries
Porcini Risotto | 42
arborio rice, porcini mushroom, white wine, truffle cream
Penne Vodka | 30
san marzano tomatoes, cream, vodka
Salsa Alla Marinara | 24
Choice of Pasta (Rigatoni, Spaghetti, Linguini, Fusilli, Orecchiette, Penne or Angel Hair)
family recipe tomato sauce, fresh basil,
FROM THE GRILL
14oz Veal Chop* | 75
Australian Grass Fed Lamb Chops* | 62
8oz Prime Filet Mignon* | 58
FROM THE GRILL
Ribeye Cowboy Cut* | 175
32oz Dry-Aged Porterhouse* (For Two) | 295
SAUCES
Agro Dolce | 5
hot & sweet cherry peppers in vinegar sauce
Pizzaiola | 5
mushrooms, onions, peppers in marinara sauce
SAUCES
Demi-Glace | 5
red wine & aromatic reduction
SECONDI - MAIN COURSE
PARMESAN
Bone-In Veal Chop | 79 • Chicken | 34 • Eggplant (V) | 30
hand pounded & breaded, marinara sauce, melted mozzarella & parmesan cheese
Agro Dolce
Bone-In Veal Chop | 77 • Double Cut Pork Chop | 52
hot & sweet cherry peppers in vinegar sauce
Milanese
Bone-In Veal Chop 77 • Chicken 34
hand pounded & breaded, arugula salad, cherry tomatoes, red onions, rao’s house vinaigrette
Veal Marsala | 46
veal scallopini, mushroom marsala sauce
SECONDI - MAIN COURSE
Veal Piccata | 46
veal scallopini, creamy piccata sauce, lemon, capers
Uncle Vincent’s Lemon Chicken | 35
broiled half chicken, uncle vincent’s famous lemon sauce
Chicken Scarpariello | 41
half chicken, sweet & hot sausage, cherry peppers, sweet bell peppers, onions
Red Snapper With Lemon & Fennel | 45
pan-seared red snapper, lemon, fennel, white wine, shallot butter sauce
Lemon & Capers Sole | 74
pan-seared sole, diced tomatoes, capers, white wine, lemon
CONTORNI
Peas & Prosciutto | 16
Mushrooms & Onions | 16
Roasted Rosemary Potatoes | 14
CONTORNI
Sautéed Vegetables | 14
Grilled Asparagus | 16
Beginning June 1st, 2025
$65/person
APPETIZER choose one
MOZZARELLA CAROZZA
fried mozzarella sandwich, marinara & lemon, garlic & wine sauces
CAESAR SALAD
romaine, shaved parmesan, toasted croutons, caesar dressing
RAO’S TRADITIONAL MEATBALL
ground beef, italian breadcrumbs & seasoning, marinara
ENTREES choose one
PENNE SALSA ALLA MARINARA
family recipe tomato sauce, fresh basil
GEMELLI PESTO
basil pesto, torn basil, pine nuts, lemon
CHICKEN PARMESAN
hand pounded & breaded, marinara sauce, melted mozzarella & parmesan cheese
SAUTÉED SHRIMP FRA DIAVOLO
spicy marinara sauce
DESSERT choose one
TIRAMISU
espresso-soaked lady fingers, mascarpone mousse, cocoa powder
NY CHEESECAKE
classic new york style cheesecake
OPTIONAL WINE FLIGHT
La Via Della Seta | 25
rao’s signature prosecco and 3oz pour of curious white and red
La Strada Della Dinastia | 35
sommelier selection of 3oz pour of champagne, premium white and red