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Chef Mauro - La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine, Sarasota, FL

La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine

4.9
4.9
389 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
For Valentine’s Day, we are offering a special prix-fixe menu at $95 per person. You can see the menu in the appropriate section.

We welcome our guests to an authentic Italian restaurant: here we offer traditional cuisine, with a modern take on northern and southern Italian recipes. Mauro, the chef, and his wife Tina, have an huge amount of experience behind them.
Mauro is from Naples, Tina was born in a little sicilian town near by Enna.
He began to learn everything about the southern cuisine by his experience in Naples since he was a child, from “Polipetti alla Luciana” to “Paccheri ai frutti di mare”. Furthermore he moved in Milan and he had the chance to learn the northern cuisine, from “Risotto ai funghi porcini” to “Polenta grigliata”, one of his favourite specialties!
From an ancient sicilian tradition, Tina learnt everything about the desserts by her grandmother and her mother, from “Millefoglie” to “Cannoli cake”.
We hope you enjoyed reading about us.

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What 389 people are saying

La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Best Overall

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Best Food

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Italian

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Overall

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Food

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Value

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine is a "hidden gem" offering a warm and inviting atmosphere reminiscent of Italy. Guests praise the "outstanding food" and "excellent service," with homemade pasta and desserts being particular highlights. The friendly owner, Tina, adds a personal touch, making diners feel like part of the "family."

389 Reviews
  1. Zoey VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I can’t even begin to describe how amazing everything was at La Dolce Vita. From the food, to the staff, to the atmosphere, everything was exceptional. Being gluten free, I always get worried with Italian food. Right away I let our server know and she came out with my own bag of gluten free bread. During ordering, Tina made me aware one of the chefs also had celiac disease and let me know everything I could and couldn’t eat. The food was to die for, and the flourless chocolate cake was just the perfect ending to the night. I can’t recommend this restaurant enough. Thank you for such an amazing night.

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  2. Betsy

    Jackson Hole7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our evening at La Dolce Vita! Food was delicious and the service exceptional!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were visiting the area and had a very nice meal at La Dolce Vita. Tina, the owner spent a lot of time talking to all guests. I’m an Italian American and love good restaurants, and this was a wonderful no rush expedience. Pasta, Bronzini, salads were incredible!

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  4. Jeffrey VIP

    Chicago11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was wonderful all the way around. Just a wonderful dining experience. Hats off to Tina and her husband.

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  5. GaryE VIP

    Tampa7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Small restaurant experience with everyone hands-on. The waiter was very nice, although a bit too busy, but the meal was delicious and we had a lot of fun with the owner. Too bad we don’t speak Italian. We recommend visiting this casual place.

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  6. Mike

    Naples1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was good and service was excellent. We will come again.

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  7. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tina is amazing you feel like you’re dinning with family she is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and personable. The service is on point….The food is fresh ,delicious, even the choices of wines are amazing.. From the fresh homemade bread to the fresh homemade pasta, the Off The hook desserts all fresh ingredients..Our friends brought us there, and it was a little gem of a restaurant to find.

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  8. Boyd VIP

    Tampa22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Each time we visit it has been a fantastic experience. Authentic Italian flavors Greta service pleasant wait staff. Thanks so much.

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  9. Bill

    Naples10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great experience at this restaurant. The food and service was outstanding. The atmosphere is cozy and warm. The food presentation was amazing. Will definitely be going back.

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  10. James

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always we had a great experience and La Dolce Vita.The food was great and they treat you like family.

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FAQs

La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 210-3631.

La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine is rated 4.9 stars by 389 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 9 times today
Google Map for La Dolce Vita Authentic Italian Cuisine

2704 Stickney Point Rd, Sarasota, FL 34231-6022

Additional information

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  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mauro Maglione
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