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Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano, Sarasota, FL

Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano

4.8
4.8
3538 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 69 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
With its modern but classic Italian cuisine and emphasis on artisanal and contemporary Northern Italian style, Mediterraneo is often credited with being the first restaurant to bring authentic contemporary Italian cuisine to Sarasota when it first opened in 1996. Still under the same ownership, Mediterraneo has consistently been rated one of the top restaurants in Zagat. The restaurant has received numerous accolades including the acclaimed Insegna Del Ristorante Italiano awarded by The Minister of Agriculture & Commerce in Rome. With its highest honor, inducting the restaurant into its Accademia Italiana della Cucina "Fine Dining Hall of Fame." Mediterraneo has been rated as Best of the Best in Sarasota Magazine since the first year of opening.

So whether you're celebrating a special occasion or grabbing a quick bite to eat, at Mediterraneo you are always assured the best quality food accompanied by excellent service. All of it thoroughly Italian.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 365-4122
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    "Rossa" Room is available for private events. Contact us for more information.
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Cross Street
    N. Washington Blvd
  • Parking details
    Private garage parking behind restaurant
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

  • NYE À la carte Dinner Menu

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate NYE at Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano ! Please be advised that we will be serving only a special menu for the night.(See it on our website Mediterraneorest.com) We hope to ring in the New Year with you!
    NYE À la carte Dinner Menu photo

What 3,538 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Italian

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Food

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano consistently impresses with "outstanding food" and "superb service," making it a top choice for Italian cuisine in Sarasota. Patrons rave about the homemade pasta, extensive wine list, and attentive staff, particularly highlighting servers like Amy. While it can get "a bit loud," the delicious dishes and warm atmosphere ensure a memorable dining experience.

3,538 Reviews
  1. Peter

    Tampa

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service tonight was horrible. We have eaten here many times and never had such poor service.

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  2. Alley

    VIP

    Tampa

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Local hot spot, been going for years and never disappointed, be sure make reservation.

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  3. William

    Naples

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is an excellent place to visit anytime. The food and service are always exceptional. Always check the specials as I have gotten some great ones at different times. The prices are a value for such quality.

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  4. Toni

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! We went back the next night for dinner!!

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  5. Mark

    VIP

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Italian food in Sarasota! No doubt. Always fresh and top notch.

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  6. Carsten

    Frankfurt

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were outstanding. Fresh ingredients. Amazing menu. We loved it and will be back.

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  7. Cheryl

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    The restaurant was not busy. we dined outside. The waiter was very patient as we were a small part of our extended family coming together over the holidays. We were pleased with the food choices we made. We sat outside and were able to have a conversation without yelling. This is a good luncheon spot.

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  8. WAYNE

    VIP

    Tampa

    60 reviews

    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hands down the best cuisine of its kind in Sarasota. The service is very professional. The atmosphere and vibe are great.

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  9. Paula

    VIP

    West Virginia

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were both excellent. We arrived an hour early and they accommodated us - very friendly people.

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  10. garry

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in Sarasota the food is awesome and the staff is amazing always a job well.done!!

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FAQs

Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 365-4122.

Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano is rated 4.8 stars by 3538 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 69 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano

1970 Main St., Sarasota, FL 34236

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    N. Washington Blvd
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private garage parking behind restaurant
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (941) 365-4122
  • Private party facilities
    "Rossa" Room is available for private events. Contact us for more information.
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