Rossini by Chef Rocco

4.6

78 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Rossini by Chef Rocco was founded out of a passion for authentic Italian cuisine. We believe in using only the finest ingredients to create dishes that are fresh, healthy, and full of flavor.

At Rossini, you'll find hand-picked organic produce, locally sourced meats, and artisanal cheeses. Each dish is a testament to our commitment to quality and the culinary arts.

Our journey began in 2024, when Chef Rocco's dream took shape in a cozy spot conveniently located in the rear of Port Charlotte Mall. Our small eatery offers a warm ambiance with both indoor and outdoor seating. Whether you're here for a family dinner, a special celebration, or a catered event, Rossini by Chef Rocco promises an unforgettable dining experience.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 235-8652
Website
http://www.rossinibychefrocco.com/
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
We offer catering service for all of your events, rehersal dinners, receptions dinner, celebrations and so much more, give us a call and we will be happy to design a wonderful and historic event for you, ciao, ciao

Location
18101 Murdock Cir, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Neighborhood
Port Charlotte
Cross street
Back of Port Charlotte Center Mall
Parking details
Street Parking

What 78 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.1Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Southwest Florida
Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rossini by Chef Rocco offers "awesome food and excellent service," reminiscent of "authentic Italian" cuisine with generous portions. The intimate setting requires reservations, and the staff, including standout servers like Angelo, enhance the dining experience. Guests consistently praise the "delicious" meals and reasonable prices, making it a must-try for Italian food lovers.

78 Reviews

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betty
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We were met by a friendly host and quickly were seated. Make a reservation because their customers are loyal all the tables were full. The food was amazing. Meatballs, antipasto salad, their homemade balsamic dressing was the best! So many specials to choice from, you can not go wrong. We finished dinner with a slice of lemon cello cake. We will be returning!
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Theresa
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was delicious! The entire staff was very nice. It’s not a fancy place and it’s small but we thoroughly enjoyed it!
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Christine
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and attentive service. Great wine selection. I’d recommend it to anyone!
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Gregory
Orlando
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 4, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
No booze. Diner hall, not a great place to eat. Food was way over buttered, I was sick for two days. The waiter was the only bright spot.
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Ginny
Caribbean
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So welcoming and friendly. The d dad staff were great and food was excellent. Well done Chef Rocco!
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Lois
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Overall the food was good, big portions. The Italian Wedding soup was great, and the Ceasar Salad had a great portion of cheese. Our only comment was in regards to the Escargot.... it is definitely not your typical Escargot.. WE do not believe that the clams are fresh, they appear to come from a can, and sautéd with alot of garlic, and butter, maybe some wine. Not served in the traditional way at all, actually it was almost like a stew. They were not bad but not at all as expected. my husband ate some of his but he was disappointed with the canned clams (we think, they definitely have an odd taste).
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Janice
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 30, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The only problem was the noise level. It was too loud for four people at a table to chat. Food and service were superior.
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Carla
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thank you for Awesome food and Excellent service. My husbands birthday celebration was amazing.
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Dominique
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Amazing Food! Just like my Brookyln Grandmother. Portion sizes are great (except the escargot large bowl with more mushrooms than escargot). The restaurant is very small so make reservations early. The ambiance is great and makes me feel like I'm back in NY. Service could be a little better. It seems one waiter was running the show and giving great personalized service, but we didn't have him. Our waiter was kind and attentive , but the comparison made it feel less than. Overall I would go back & bring friends. I wouldn't attempt to go with more than a party of 6 due to the size unless you reserve way in advance.
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Lynda
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Exceptional dinner. I had the Eggplant Parm that was large enough for 3 meals. My husband had chicken Piccata that was delicious and tender. It was a delicious meal with such friendly staff. We will be back.
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FAQs

Rossini by Chef Rocco is rated 4.6 stars by 78 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

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

18101 Murdock Cir, Port Charlotte, FL 33948

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Back of Port Charlotte Center Mall
Neighborhood
Port Charlotte
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking

Website
http://www.rossinibychefrocco.com/
Phone number
(941) 235-8652
Catering
We offer catering service for all of your events, rehersal dinners, receptions dinner, celebrations and so much more, give us a call and we will be happy to design a wonderful and historic event for you, ciao, ciao

Rossini by Chef Rocco

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What 78 people are saying

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