The Alley

"The Alley makes very solid pizza that has a soft, bubbly crust, a tasty whipped ricotta that is very easy to finish, and pasta you will not regret ordering. But the food is not what makes this place slightly remarkable. The stylish little restaurant attached to The Betsy Hotel happens to be right on Ocean Drive, where you will find pretty much nothing but the absolute worst restaurants in Miami. The Alley is not one of them, and is thus a true lifesaver if you happen to be hungry in this area and would rather not spend $65 on medium-rare chicken tenders and a Long Island Iced Tea that could unclog your sink." - Ryan Pfeffer

"The Alley, nestled within the Betsy Hotel, has reopened in Miami Beach after a nearly three-year hiatus prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Helmed by the award-winning chef Laurent Tourondel, it offers trattoria-style pizza fare against one of the area’s most unique backdrops." - Olee Fowler

"These sister restaurants located inside the Betsy Hotel boast a comfort food menu that will satisfy an array of cravings. From Cuban sandwiches, to hearty pastas, a variety of pizzas, and wines and cocktails to rinse them back with." - Olee Fowler

"Looking to keep the meal easy on New Year’s Eve? The Alley serves Neapolitan-style pizza, pasta, charcuterie, salads, and a selection of cocktails, beer and wine, close to the hustle and bustle of Miami Beach New Year’s celebrations. The Mufaletta (salami, sopressata, mortadella, prosciutto, peppers, olives, arugula, and mozzarella) kale (kale, gorgonzola cheese, mozzarella, onions, grated pecorino, pomodoro sauce, and chili oil) and vongole (clams, garlic scallion butter, guanciale, oregano, and lemon) are top contenders." - Alona Martinez