Located 5 mi north of South Beach, Timo (Italian for thyme) is worth the trip. The handsome bistro, co-owned by chef Tim Andriola, has dark-wood walls, Chicago brick, and a dominating stone-encased wood-burning stove. Banquettes around the dining room's periphery and a large flower arrangement at its center add to the quietly elegant feel. Andriola has an affinity for robust Mediterranean flavors: sweetbreads with bacon, honey, and aged balsamic; artisanal pizzas; and homemade pastas. Wood-roasted chicken and Parmesan dumplings in a truffled broth are not to be missed. Every bite of every dish attests to the care given.
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