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Trenne Dolce Italia- our signature dish. - Dolce Italia, Sarasota, FL

Dolce Italia

4.9
4.9
644 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Dolce Italia was established in 2010 by Tiziana Di Costanzo who came from Ischia, an island in the Gulf of Naples. Using a combination of classic Italian dishes, family recipes passed down for generations, and warm hospitality, Dolce Italia has built a reputation in Sarasota as a destination for anyone seeking great food and ambiance. In 2015 Matthew joined as manager of the front of house and is now a managing partner of Dolce Italia. The kitchen staff trained by Tiziana from the beginning are still with the restaurant with Maria being the capocuoco.
Some of the specialities Dolce Italia has become famous for are the Napoletan Eggplant- a tender sautee eggplant with fresh tomatoes crowned with ricotte, the Trenne Dolce Italia- the signature pasta dish with creamy tomato sauce, fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and mushroom.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (941) 921-7007
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 644 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Best Value

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Italian

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Overall

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Food

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Service

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Value

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dolce Italia is a charming gem in Sarasota, celebrated for "excellent food and service." Patrons love its cozy atmosphere and authentic Italian cuisine. Matthew, the attentive owner, enhances the experience with personal touches. Signature dishes like the "Trenne pasta" and "eggplant appetizer" receive rave reviews. A must-visit for Italian food lovers.

644 Reviews
  1. JeffreyR VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite Italian restaurant in Sarasota. Beyond the amazing food, the atmosphere is warm and inviting. The staff are always friendly, attentive, and make us feel truly welcome. We will definitely be coming back

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  2. Steve VIP

    Greater Boston24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is now our go to Italian restaurant. Food is always great along with the outstanding service. We always look forward to our night out at Dolce Italia!

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  3. suebee

    Tampa10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good meal and the service is stellar- nice wine selection too

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  4. Stephanie

    Philadelphia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is authentic and the best I’ve had in Sarasota! The owner and staff are exceptional. You don’t leave hungry! Lemon cello cake is always amazing!

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  5. marilynn

    Pittsburgh33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fabulous restaurant. Food consistently delicious.

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  6. Gabriella VIP

    Philadelphia16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing and awesome from food, service, quality and attentive staff. When they made a mistake, they were very apologetic and fixed it without hesitation. Over the top with everything! When we visit from out of town, we ALWAYS make a point to stop here to eat.

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  7. Kristi

    Philadelphia19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience! We go every year and look forward to the trenne pasta and desserts. The specials are always a treat too

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  8. Susie VIP

    Kansas City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly an amazing authentic Italian restaurant. We look forward to dining there every time we are in Siesta Key.

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  9. Brad VIP

    Grand Rapids33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the Trenne Dolce Italia with meatballs and started with the buffalo mozzarela. The restaurant is quaint, well-appointed, and very much a reminder of small restaurants in Europe. The waitstaff is professional and clearly excited about the food they are serving as they well should be. They are kind, attentive, helpful, and understand that the pace of dining for each customer is different and accommodates them accordingly. The Trenne was excellent. It looked especially appetizing and tasted even more delicious. I also very much like the gnocchi. It is our favorite restaurant in Sarasota which is why we make it a priority to eat there each year while we escape the cold north. Saving on taxes is a good reason to move to Floirda but an even better one is that you could enjoy Cafe Dolce Italia as often as you please.

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  10. Jim

    Tampa11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dolci Italia never ever disappoints. People rave about other Italian restaurants in the area, but none compare to Dolci Italia. The service, the food, the value, and the atmosphere are all top notch. Most importantly, they have a high standard in both service and their food and they consistently maintain both each and every visit. Matthew and his team are outstanding . The dishes are authentic and and delicious. We have worked our way through the menu and are never disappointed.

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FAQs

Dolce Italia does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Dolce Italia also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 921-7007.

Dolce Italia is rated 4.9 stars by 644 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
19:00
Booked 20 times today

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Google Map for Dolce Italia

6551 Gateway Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231-5803

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Gulf Gate Dr
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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