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Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano, Sarasota, FL

Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano

4.8
4.8
3507 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
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.

Order delivery or takeout

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.
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross street
    N. Washington Blvd
  • Parking details
    Private garage parking behind restaurant
  • Additional
    Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout

Experiences

  • NYE À la carte Dinner Menu

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Celebrate NYE at Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano ! Please be advised that we will be serving only a special menu for the night. We hope to ring in the New Year with you!
    NYE À la carte Dinner Menu Photo

What 3,507 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
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • 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.

3,507 Reviews
  1. Felice

    Naples

    81 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    81 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We dine weekly at Mediterraneo, mostly on Sunday or Monday night. We think it is a great way to start the week, especially if we are lucky enough to have Amy as our server. Consistently good food, excellent service, a nice wine list - all good!

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  2. Gregory

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and overall dining experience was absolutely superb!!

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  3. James

    New York City

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time. Food and atmosphere is great. A comfortable place to enjoy dinner with friends and family

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  4. Kenneth

    Naples

    30 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We have eaten there many times and usually get good service and a good meal but that was not the case this last time. The service was terrible. Our waiter rarely came by us. The lobster and crab bisque was very watery. My wig had to send her drink back several times because it was not consistent with the first drink she had. The calamari appetizer was not as described. Luckily the main courses were good so we will give it another try.

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  5. Robert

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    House made Gnocchi melts in your mouth! Perfectly prepared.

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  6. Judy

    Tampa

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food and service here. It is such a happening spot, so fun to be there. The only drawback is the noise level.

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  7. richard

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome restaurant. Great Italian food. Great service. Can be loud when the restaurant is full. Been going here over 20 years and it’s consistently good if you like Italian food.

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  8. Roger

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Recommend the spaghetti carbonada and the bolognese

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  9. Christopher

    Greater Boston

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mediterraneo is a family favorite as it serves the finest Italian cuisine in Sarasota. Standouts are the pastas, appetizers, salads and Italian wine selection. Ana is an incredibly gracious and thoughtful host/manager and her staff are extremely attentive and knowledgeable. Lunch is a particularly good value and we look forward to returning often!

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  10. Robert

    Seattle

    54 reviews

    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice experience. Authentic Italian food and recipes. The menu has many different options so it makes you want to come back for more. Great waiter recommendations. Attentive service. A strong thumbs up!

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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 3507 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 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
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout
  • Phone number
    (941) 365-4122
  • Private party facilities
    "Rossa" Room is available for private events. Contact us for more information.
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