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Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key, Sarasota, FL

Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key

4.6
4.6
1513 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 51 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
Our casual restaurant has a retro contemporary theme which includes a carved wood bar topped with marble, granite table tops and bright turquoise and red accents flanking the wood-burning brick oven. Terrace seating is shared with our fine dining concept Bella Roma.

Flavio, a third-generation chef from Venice, Italy, says his Farinata is not available anywhere else in the area. The thin pancake (much like a tortilla) is made of chickpeas, baked in the wood-burning oven and enhanced with rosemary and other savory toppings.

Among Flavio's thin-crust pizzas (his grandfather's recipes) are the popular Quattro Stagioni (fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, prosciutto, olives) and the Pizza Vegetariana with assorted grilled veggies. The rustic bread and focaccia are made on the premises. Flavio's also serves up house-made pasta dishes, plus veal and seafood entrees.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 349-0995
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Flavio Cristofoli

What 1,513 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Flavio's Brick Oven Bar in Siesta Key offers an "absolutely delicious" Italian dining experience with fresh, authentic meals that "never fail." Guests rave about the "great food and service," with standout dishes like the lasagna and pizza. The ambiance is inviting, and the attentive staff, especially Andrew and Ivan, enhance the experience.

1,513 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was very authentic Italian. We started off with a margarita pizza. There were five in our party. Choices made were a rib eye special for the evening, frutta di Mare risotto, two chicken Milanese and a kids meatball and pasta. The red sauce was delicious. We were too full for dessert. The presentation, quality and quantity were just amazing. In my opinion, best Italian restaurant in Siesta Key. Something for everyone. It’s a must while you are here!

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  2. Kathy VIP

    Chicago82 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Sorry, not impressed. Went there on multiple recommendations but probably won’t return. Too much garlic (and I love garlic) in the bread oil and the Caesar salad. Veal Marsala was just ok. Hubby’s pasta the same. Decent wine list. Just not worth it when there are so many better places to eat.

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  3. Phyllis

    Orlando6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    One of our favorite restaurants when we get to Siesta Key every Spring

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  4. Nancy

    Tampa171 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and delicious food...from the amazing Greek salad to the pasta special (linguine with lobster!!!).

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  5. Jules VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Food extremely slow. Didn’t serve all meals together. Two of us were done eating before the other two got their food. Drinks very weak. Not a good experience at all.

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  6. Jim

    Detroit27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were greeted with a person that seemed to be disturbed that we were there. No hello no smile,very unwelcoming. Our server was busy waiting tables and making drinks behind the bar. The food was very good a usual.

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  7. Nono VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I sent 4 college students visiting for Spring Break to Flavio's to spare me from cooking one night. They came back raving about the food, their waiter, and overall experience! I couldn't have been happier, and so were they! My husband and I will now have to make a reservation to experience for ourselves!

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  8. NancyC VIP

    Detroit1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ivan our waiter was wonderful. The food was delicious.

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  9. steve VIP

    New Orleans5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and excellent service. Always a must stop for us a couple of times when in town!

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  10. Linda

    Little Rock1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We've been several times. Food generally good. However, we won't frequent establishments that charge for ice. Now we know.

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Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key is rated 4.6 stars by 1513 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 51 times today
Google Map for Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key

5239 Ocean Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34242

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Canal Rd
  • Neighborhood
    Siesta Key
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Flavio Cristofoli
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Counter Seating, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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