Following The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami’s grand reopening after a $100 million transformation this pat December, the resort unveils Luma, a modern Italian restaurant perched above the Atlantic Ocean coastline. Aptly named after the Italian word for “light,” Luma offers a radiant dining experience whereItalian culinary tradition meets the natural beauty of the sea. Marking a new chapter in the resort’s culinary landscape, the 310-seat restaurant blends sun-lit interiors, sweeping ocean views, and cuisine inspired by Italy’s coastal regions.
Under the direction of newly appointed Executive Chef Patrizio La Gioia, the restaurant debuts with an opening menu highlighting handmade pastas, elevated Italian favorites, and a signature Josper oven program featuring fish, seafood, premium cuts of meat, and seasonal vegetables finished over natural binchotan and oak coals. Over the coming months, Chef La Gioia will continue to evolve Luma’s culinary program with the introduction of new dishes that blend authentic Italian regional cuisine with global influences. Additional signature tableside experiences will further highlight the craftsmanship and theatricality at the heart of the fine dining experience.
Chef Patrizio La Gioia
Born in Paris and raised in Puglia, Italy, La Gioia’s foundation was built in some of the world’s most elite and exacting kitchens, including formative training at MICHELIN-starred Per Se in New York and I Portici in Bologna. La Gioia grew up in a culture where meals were at the center of daily life, serving as an expression of care, generosity and a meaningful way to gather and celebrate. It’s the same spirit he brings to Luma when showcasing his Italian heritage and French precision, a refined style rooted in seasonality, restraint, and a deep respect for each ingredient.
Guests can anticipate antipasti such as Baby Beet Salad with beet, whipped ricotta, ricotta salata, pistachio, aged balsamic, baby arugula; Beef Carpaccio with sun-dried peppers, ricotta salata, cured egg, arugula; and Tuna Crudo Pizza with black truffle crema, Parmigiano Reggiano, black garlic. Fresh housemade pastas include a decadent Spaghetti alle Vongole with Manilla clams, garlic, pinot grigio, parsley, herb breadcrumbs; and Corn Agnolotti ravioli stuffed with corn, onion, Parmigiano Reggiano, cultured butter, truffle. Secondi selections range from Sea Bass Puttanesca Chilean sea bass, cherry tomatoes, garlic, anchovies, capers, olives, chives, white wine butter; Kurobuta Pork Chop with mascarpone polenta, rosemary, peperonata; to Josper-roasted specialties including a Bistecca Fiorentina for two, a 40-ounce prime porterhouse seasoned with rosemary, fennel pollen, lemon, and Branzino Oreganata cooked with citrus, Sicilian oregano and pistachio. Vegetable-forward dishes include a Celery Root Steak with maitake mushrooms and salsa verde.
Spaghetti alle Vongole
Extending the experience beyond dinner service, Luma introduces its La Dolce Vita Brunch Experience, a vibrant new weekend destination at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami, offered Saturdays and Sundays from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The à la carte menu features salads and antipasti such as Brunch Caesar Salad and Burrata Caprese Salad; egg dishes and crostatas including Luma Omelette and Eggs Benedict;; and sweet offerings such as Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes; and Nutella & Caramelized Banana French Toast, rounding out a brunch that celebrates vibrant Italian flavors and coastal inspiration.
Shareable family-style dishes are a highlight of the experience, including Garganelli, Bistecca Fiorentina for Two, Branzino Oreganata, and Chicken Paillard Milanese, each designed to encourage convivial, family-style dining. The brunch menu will continue to evolve in the coming months under Chef La Gioia, introducing seasonal dishes and tableside offerings that expand on Luma’s Italian coastal vision.
Luma’s ocean-view bar provides the perfect setting to explore the restaurant’s beverage program showcasing coastal wines, classic cocktails, and refined house specialties.
For private gatherings, Luma offers two intimate private dining rooms accommodating up to 12 guests.
Luma serves breakfast daily from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., dinner from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., and La Dolce Vita brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Live music is available on select evenings. Hotel valet parking is available at a discounted rate of $25 per vehicle for local guests visiting Luma.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami features a completely redesigned spa with a new spa garden, updated guest rooms and suites, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, elevated poolside and leisure experiences, The Club Lounge, the Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center and curated retail offerings, including 120 Lino, Lilly Pulitzer, Sabbia, Coastal Boutique, and The Spa Boutique. Families are welcomed with a new Ritz Kids Club, offering interactive and thoughtfully designed spaces for exploration and play.
A premier dining and cocktail destination, the resort offers six distinct concepts, including Luma, Paralía, Rum Bar, Dune Beach Bar, Scoop, and Stefano’s, highlighting Florida-sourced ingredients and culturally inspired cuisine.
Feature Photo: Luma
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