Top Best Italian Restaurants in Sarasota

"Just a short walk from the beautiful beaches of Sarasota, Cafe Gabbiano brings Italy to Siesta Key. It's serene, casual ambiance imitates..."

"My family of 7 ordered and shared 7 separate dishes, and they were all outstanding. The veal ravioli was my favorite."

"Our casual restaurant has a retro contemporary theme which includes a carved wood bar topped with marble, granite table tops and bright turquoise and red accents flanking the wood-burning brick oven. Terrace seating is shared with our fine dining concept Bella Roma. Flavio, a third-generation chef...See More"

"is an authentic Italian restaurant featuring made-from-scratch brick oven pizza and other Italian cuisine. The restaurant has been around for more than 20 years and owner/chef Flavio Cristofoli, hails straight from Italy. Pair any dish here with the perfect glass of wine from the extensive wine selection."

"Located in downtown Bradenton, right in front of the Jenning’s Arcade, Fav’s Italian Cucina has been a long-time Bradenton favorite. In fact, the restaurant will be celebrating their 20th anniversary in February!. Although everything on the menu is delicious, some of our favorites include the Goat Cheese Bruschetta, traditional pizza, and the (literally to-die-for) stromboli."

"419 Old Main St., Bradenton; 941-708-3287; favsitaliancucina.com. Siblings Michael Favasuli and Maria Favasuli-Wagner have been serving a supreme assortment of thin-crust pizzas, homemade pastas and sandwiches from their Fav’s Italian Cucina since opening Feb. 22, 2000. The key to 21 years of success?"

"While many Italian restaurants can be overrated, Venezia offers homemade Italian fare like gnocchi, pizza, a large selection of wine and other pasta dishes. I’ve ordered a number of different menu items from here but my favorites are probably the Homemade Gnocchi, Chicken Parmesan, or their pizzas. On a nice evening, ask to sit outside and watch as St. Armand’s Circle comes alive while enjoying a glass of wine."

"If you like savory Italian food, Veneziais one of the best options around. Located in the bustle of St. Armand’s Square, the handmade pasta and pizza made Andrew and I feel like we were back in Italy. They have a huge selection of dishes and wine, but we went with our favorite Spaghetti Alla Carbonara and they made it to perfection."

"A charming, intimate restaurant located in The Village of the Arts, Arte Caffe is the perfect place to go for a unique lunch or dinner experience. They offer authentic Italian pizza, pasta, salads, focaccia sandwiches, and more. Try the handmade gnocchi with authentic pesto sauce, homemade black fettuccini with shrimp, avocado, and spicy tomato sauce, or the mango carpaccio with arugula and parmesan."

"The fettuccine Alfredo was by far the best we have ever had. The bread for the table was amazing and the moscato wine was worth the... (941) 254-6565Order online"

"7220 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34209-3439Italian, PizzaLunch, Dinner, Late NightDelivery, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service[email protected]+1 941-795-1111http://www.dannyspizzaflorida.com"

"4045 Clark Rd., Sarasota, (941) 921-9600; 8203 Cooper Creek Blvd, Bradenton, (941) 359-6400; valentinopizzeria.com, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter. A casual, family-friendly and energetic restaurant that serves what it calls “Grandma’s Italian food.” The team passionately makes sauces, stocks, soups and pizza dough daily from scratch. Both locations are open for dine-in, curbside pick-up, take-out and delivery."

"There’s a trend happening now in ice cream that is scientifically-perfected for your satisfaction. It is nitrogen flash-frozen ice cream, and it’s a wonderful treat for visitors. Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream welcomes visitors to a rush of fog and noise from the nitrogen-based freezes happening right on the spot."

"531 13th St. W., Bradenton; 941-896-8464; getsugarcubed.com; and for Happy Soul, at same location, call 941-932-7320 or visit happysoulgoodies.com. Bradenton’s best bakery, or as they call themselves, “pastry lab,” Sugar Cubed is where you go to order an amazing custom cake or just stop by for some breakfast goodies. Happy Soul, which shares the same storefront, serves beloved vegan lunches as well as vegan and gluten-free baked goods."

"Winning Bradenton’s “People’s Choice Award” for 2020, Michael John’s has a loyal following locally of people who appreciate what they do. From lobster tail dinner specials to their signature filet mignon, there is something for everyone at Michael John’s Steakhouse. The French-American cuisine available here offers new twists on classic dishes."

"Just a short walk from the beautiful beaches of Sarasota, Cafe Gabbiano brings Italy to Siesta Key. It's serene, casual ambiance imitates..."

"My family of 7 ordered and shared 7 separate dishes, and they were all outstanding. The veal ravioli was my favorite."

"Living in NYC for many years, we compare every place we go to NYC restaurants. We were pleasantly surprised to find a fabulous…”more"

"La Brisa Tacos y Mariscos is an unassuming taco joint offering (obviously) tacos, burritos, ceviche and other Mexican favorites. Prices are reasonable and the free refills of horchata—a cinnamon-flavored ground rice drink—will keep you coming back for more.Why go?"