Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

4.7

1071 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

For parties of 13 or more please call the restaurant.

*Weather may interfere with your reservation, we will do our best to accommodate you.*

Out of passion, tradition, hard work and integrity, Bavaro’s opened its doors in March 2009 as the first traditional Neapolitan Pizzeria in the state of Florida. Determined to share their family recipes with the world, Dan Bavaro, his wife Anna-Maria, and their five beautiful children packed their U-Haul, left their friends and family, drove from New Jersey to Tampa, and set out to provide for others the same love, energy, and authenticity that they experience around their own dinner table.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 552-9131
Website
http://bavarospizza.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our private dining options, perfect for any occasion. The restaurant has 3 different spaces to fit all your needs. Need more than 1 space? Rent out the whole restaurant!
Private party contact
Antonio Bavaro: (813) 437-7406

Location
27 Fletcher Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
Area
Sarasota
Cross Street
Main Street & Fletcher; Fruitville Rd
Parking details
FREE parking available in the lot directly next to the restaurant. Street parking and public lot available as well as handicap parking in the rear of the building.
Public transit
Fletcher Ave. is one block east of 301. Cross Streets are Fruitville and Main St..Heading East on Main Street pass 301 and make a left onto Fletcher Ave. The restaurant is on the left. Heading East on Fruitville, cross main street and make a right at the Chase bank onto Fletcher Ave. Restaurant is on the right.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

Garlic BreadUS$13.00
Wood-fired dough, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, oregano, parmigiano reggiano
- Pomodoro SauceUS$0.00
- PestoUS$2.00
- Arrabbiata SauceUS$2.00
- CremaUS$2.00
- Vodka SauceUS$4.00
- BologneseUS$4.00
Angela's Ricotta MeatballsUS$14.00
3 pieces. Beef, pork, pancetta, ricotta, house made bread, pomodoro sauce
Heirloom BruschettaUS$11.00
4 pieces. Crostini, whipped ricotta, heirloom cherry tomatoes, basil
Wood-Fired BroccoliniUS$13.00
Crumbled crispy prosciutto, Parmigiano Reggiano, EVOO, sea salt, lemon zest
Calabrian Wood-Fired WingsUS$19.00
8 pieces. Hot honey garlic Parmesan oven roasted chicken wings with pistachio gremolata
Charcuterie BoardUS$23.00
Side of BreadUS$3.00

Lighter Fare (Sarasota)

VerdeUS$14.00
Baby arugula, heirloom cherry tomato, parmigiano reggiano, lemon, olive oil
Verde (Half)US$11.00
Baby arugula, heirloom cherry tomato, parmigiano reggiano, lemon, olive oil
Classic CaesarUS$13.00
Romaine, crostini, parmigiano reggiano, homemade Caesar dressing
Classic Caesar (Half)US$10.00
Romaine, crostini, parmigiano reggiano, homemade Caesar dressing
Stracciatella CapreseUS$16.00
Marinated heirloom tomato, basil, EVOO, balsamic, pesto, pink peppercorn, crostini
Italian Chopped SaladUS$18.00
Romaine, red onion, heirloom cherry tomato, olives, soppressata, chicken, Parmigiano Reggiano, provolone, and champagne vinaigrette

Pizza Napoletana (Sarasota)

Margherita PizzaUS$18.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, parmigiano reggiano, basil, EVOO
Americano PizzaUS$19.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, pepperoni
Diavola PizzaUS$19.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, fire roasted peppers, spicy fennel sausage, basil, calabrian chilis
Tre - Carne PizzaUS$20.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, spicy fennel sausage, spicy soppressata, speck, evoo
Wild Funghi PizzaUS$18.00
Baby Bella, portobello, and oyster mushrooms, garlic confit, leek, garlic thyme infused evoo. Red or white pie
- Red PieUS$0.00
- White PieUS$0.00
Burrata PizzaUS$20.00
Stracciatella, cherry tomato, arugula, parmigiano reggiano, evoo
Whipped Limoncello PizzaUS$18.00
Whipped limoncello ricotta, basil, garlic thyme infused evoo, crumbled prosciutto di parma, homemade calabrian honey, fried thyme

Pastaria (Sarasota)

Penne Alla VodkaUS$20.00
Contains pork. Bavaro's famous vodka sauce served with imported penne
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- Sub SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
Tagliatelle BologneseUS$23.00
fresh tagliatelle with house-made bolognese sauce
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- Sub SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
- 50/50 Tag (Spicy Meat)US$4.00
SpaghettiUS$23.00
Fresh spaghetti, two beef & pork meatballs, pomodoro sauce, basil oil
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- Sub SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
- No MeatballUS$0.00
- Sub SausageUS$0.00
- Sub ChickenUS$0.00
- Sub ShrimpUS$5.00
- Sub BroccoliniUS$8.00
- Sub Vodka SauceUS$2.00
- Sub CremaUS$2.00
Rigatoni Al FunghiUS$26.00
Rigatoni, chicken, cremini, portobello, and oyster mushrooms, sundried tomato, crema, truffle oil, fried basil
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- Sub SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
Ravioli Al FormaggioUS$25.00
10 pieces. Fresh pasta filled with mozzarella, parmigiano reggiano, and ricotta cheese served in bavaro's famous vodka sauce
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- Sub SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
- Pomodoro SauceUS$0.00
- PestoUS$2.00
- Arrabbiata SauceUS$2.00
- CremaUS$2.00
- Vodka SauceUS$4.00
- BologneseUS$4.00
Mike's Seafood PastaUS$32.00
Fresh tagliatelle, middleneck clams, pinot grigio, Calabrian chili, basil oil
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- Sub SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
Pasta BavaroUS$16.00
Pick your choice of pasta and sauce
- PenneUS$0.00
- Sub SpaghettiUS$0.00
- RigatoniUS$0.00
- Ravioli FormaggioUS$2.00
- Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- Sub SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
- Pomodoro SauceUS$0.00
- PestoUS$2.00
- Arrabbiata SauceUS$2.00
- CremaUS$2.00
- Vodka SauceUS$4.00
- BologneseUS$4.00
Side of SauceUS$0.00
select a 4 oz portion of your favorite Bavaro's homemade sauce
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- Sub SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00

Dolce

1 Piece CannoliUS$4.00
Homemade cannoli shell, sweet ricotta filling, powdered sugar
3 Pieces CannoliUS$11.00
Homemade cannoli shell, sweet ricotta filling, powdered sugar
TiramisuUS$11.00
Espresso, lady fingers, mascarpone cream, Ghirardelli cocoa powder
Nutella PizzaUS$11.00
Wood-fired dough, nutella spread, powdered sugar

What 1,071 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Sarasota / Bradenton
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria in Sarasota offers "the best wood-fired pizza" and authentic Italian cuisine. Guests praise the "friendly, efficient staff" and a cozy atmosphere. While occasional service issues are noted, the overall dining experience is highlighted by delicious food, attentive service, and a welcoming ambiance, making it a "must-visit" for pizza lovers.

1,071 Reviews

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Joe
Naples
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always the food and service was great. Nice cool night and sat outside by the fireplace. David was a great server and very attentive.
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Brette
Las Vegas
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Such a fantastic evening with family celebrating my mom’s birthday! Delicious food. Great service! 100% recommended!
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Paula
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We can’t believe we didn’t know they were downtown. Best restaurant find! Authentic Italian. Beautifully decorated. Service was great and they had live music. Can’t wait to go back!
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Lisa
Tampa
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Margherita pizza and Verde salad were so delicious. Our server Carrie was attentive and so nice, and the ambience was perfect. Love this place! It’s become my new go-to to bring out of town friends and relatives to dine.
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Karen
Austin
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 22 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Family favorite place for amazing food and sometimes live music. Everything on the menu is delicious.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded on 28 October 2024
Thank you for choosing Bavaro's, Karen!
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Renata
Tampa
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 20 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience dining here- Whether for Sunday lunch or din. The food is always attractive & delish-you have to love consistency! Last night I took my mother for drinks & a pie. Coupled with the pleasure of having David as our server, who I can't say enough about- For me, service is equally as important as dish & drink quality & ambiance! PS Great guitarist on patio!
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded on 28 October 2024
Renata, we are so happy to hear how great your experience was with us! Thank you for your loyalty to Bavaro's and we cant wait to see you again soon!
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Sally
Naples
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on 18 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
While we pray for all who were affected by the catastrophic storms in Florida, we are thankful for the recovery efforts of so many. We are thankful, too, that our friends at Bavaro's of Sarasota weathered the storm. They continue to be the best destination for wood-fired Pizza Napolitana and so much more. The dedicated, friendly staff completes the experience with perfection and care.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded on 21 October 2024
We appreciate you Sally! Thank you for always, choosing Bavaro's!
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Sally
Naples
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on 4 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I cannot imagine a better venue than Bavaro's - our weekly go-to for the very best wood-fired Pizza Napolitana you will find, prepared and served by a staff that is second to none. In addition to their blue ribbon pizza, the menu boasts uniquely prepared pasta, chicken & seafood dishes preceded with an assortment of tempting appetizers available to start you off, and choice desserts for a sweet finish. Conveniently located on Fletcher Avenue between Fruitville & Main in Sarasota.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded on 7 October 2024
Sally, thank you for your loyalty to Bavaro's. We appreciate you!
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Sally
Naples
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on 27 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bavaro's Sarasota never disappoints and have given new meaning to TGIF. It is our Friday night go-to, where they serve the best wood-fired Pizza Napolitana you will find. But, don't stop there, as their menu offerings include many uniquely creative appetizers, meals and desserts, perfectly prepared and always served by their warm, friendly staff. A delight not to be missed.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded on 30 September 2024
We appreciate you Sally! Thank you for choosing Bavaro's time and time again!
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Debora
Tampa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 23 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time dining at Bavaro’s. Our waiter Steven was the best! Great table with a view. His suggestions to the menu were spot on and he made us feel like we were the only people he was taking care of. The homemade pasta was delicious. After dinner we went to the lovely Bar area for dessert & drinks with Doug pouring expertly. We had a wonderful time. Thank you Steven & Doug!
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded on 30 September 2024
Debora, we are so glad you found us and that you had a great first experience! We look forward to seeing you again!
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FAQs

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 552-9131.

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota is rated 4.7 stars by 1071 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

27 Fletcher Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Main Street & Fletcher; Fruitville Rd
Area
Sarasota
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
FREE parking available in the lot directly next to the restaurant. Street parking and public lot available as well as handicap parking in the rear of the building.
Public transit
Fletcher Ave. is one block east of 301. Cross Streets are Fruitville and Main St..Heading East on Main Street pass 301 and make a left onto Fletcher Ave. The restaurant is on the left. Heading East on Fruitville, cross main street and make a right at the Chase bank onto Fletcher Ave. Restaurant is on the right.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://bavarospizza.com/
Phone number
(941) 552-9131
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our private dining options, perfect for any occasion. The restaurant has 3 different spaces to fit all your needs. Need more than 1 space? Rent out the whole restaurant!
Private party contact
Antonio Bavaro: (813) 437-7406

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Margherita Pizza

Meats

Burrata Pizza

Antipasti (Sarasota)

Garlic BreadUS$13.00

Angela's Ricotta MeatballsUS$14.00

Heirloom BruschettaUS$11.00

Wood-Fired BroccoliniUS$13.00

Calabrian Wood-Fired WingsUS$19.00

Charcuterie BoardUS$23.00

Side of BreadUS$3.00

Lighter Fare (Sarasota)

VerdeUS$14.00

Verde (Half)US$11.00

Classic CaesarUS$13.00

Classic Caesar (Half)US$10.00

Stracciatella CapreseUS$16.00

Italian Chopped SaladUS$18.00

Pizza Napoletana (Sarasota)

Margherita PizzaUS$18.00

Americano PizzaUS$19.00

Diavola PizzaUS$19.00

Tre - Carne PizzaUS$20.00

Wild Funghi PizzaUS$18.00

Burrata PizzaUS$20.00

Whipped Limoncello PizzaUS$18.00

Pastaria (Sarasota)

Penne Alla VodkaUS$20.00

Tagliatelle BologneseUS$23.00

SpaghettiUS$23.00

Rigatoni Al FunghiUS$26.00

Ravioli Al FormaggioUS$25.00

Mike's Seafood PastaUS$32.00

Pasta BavaroUS$16.00

Side of SauceUS$0.00

Dolce

1 Piece CannoliUS$4.00

3 Pieces CannoliUS$11.00

TiramisuUS$11.00

Nutella PizzaUS$11.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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Dining areas

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