Homemade Pasta at Emilio’s

At Emilio’s Trattoria in Bay Harbor Islands, pasta is treated as the center of the plate, not an afterthought. Chef Emilio Di Carlo built his career in New York fine dining before bringing Tuscan technique to South Florida, and handmade pasta remains one of the signatures guests ask about most.

This guide explains what makes our pasta program different, where to find each style on the menu, and how to plan a visit around your favorite dish.

Pasta made in our kitchen

Our Pasta Fatta In Casa section lists shapes rolled and cut on site, then paired with sauces built from slow-cooked ragu, seafood stock, or simple garlic and olive oil. Cooks work in small batches so texture stays firm and the surface holds sauce the way Tuscan home cooks expect.

Popular choices include stuffed pastas, ribbon noodles with meat sauce, and vegetarian plates that highlight seasonal produce. If you are unsure what to order, servers can recommend a wine-friendly match based on how rich or light you prefer dinner.

De Cecco dried pasta selections

Some classics rely on imported De Cecco pasta, listed under Pasta Secca (De Cecco) on the dinner menu. These dishes honor traditional recipes where dried pasta is the right tool, especially for long noodles that need consistent bite in busy service.

Guests often order one fresh pasta course and share a De Cecco dish for the table so everyone can compare styles in a single meal.

Chef background and quality standards

Emilio’s training in four-star New York kitchens shaped how the restaurant seasons, simmers, and finishes each plate. You can read more about his path to Bay Harbor on our About Us page. The team tastes sauces throughout service and adjusts seasoning so pasta arriving at your table is balanced, not heavy.

Reserve your pasta night

We serve lunch Monday through Friday from noon to 11:00 PM, with dinner from 5:00 PM on weekends. Submit a reservation online or call 305-865-8989. For groups celebrating birthdays or anniversaries, mention your pasta preferences in the message field so the kitchen can prepare accordingly.

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