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

Dolce Italia

4.9
4.9
651 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • 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 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 921-7007
  • Website
    https://dolceitaliarestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    6551 Gateway Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231-5803
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross street
    Gulf Gate Dr
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 651 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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • 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

    Neighborhood 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.
651 Reviews

  1. Patrick VIP

    Dallas59 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Italian restaurant with a charming atmosphere.

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  2. Lawrence VIP

    New York City37 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Our first time at Dolce Italia and what a great experience it was! My wife and I were there with a close friend. We started with a special appetizers of cheeses, meats and olives, which was simply scrumptious. Every ingredient was perfect and we enjoyed it quite a bit. We then tried two pastas, one from the regular menu and another that was a daily special. Both were really well made and very flavorful. My wife had the fish and was not disappointed. She enjoyed it and again found it cooked perfectly and very delicious. We certainly will be back soon!

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  3. Carol

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Signature dish with creamy sauce and tri noodles was delicious. We will go back. Approx $80 for 2.

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  4. Shirl VIP

    Tampa10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this little gem tucked away in a nondescript strip mall.

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  5. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, wine and service. I have the chicken piccata, the chicken was beautifully cooked and the sauce light and fresh. My friend is gluten free and he was thrilled with the pasta selection. We will be back

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent!!!!! Great food, wonderful waiters! Fantastic.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have been here several times… amazing every time. Great food, excellent service, awesome wine. Highly recommend!

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  8. JeffreyR VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    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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  9. Steve VIP

    Greater Boston25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    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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  10. suebee

    Tampa10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 25, 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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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 651 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 8 times today
Google Map for Dolce Italia

6551 Gateway Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231-5803

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Gulf Gate Dr
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • 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
    Beer, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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