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Cafe Gabbiano, Sarasota, FL

Cafe Gabbiano

4.7 (3976)
$30 and under
Italian
5104 Ocean Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34242

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Neighborhood gem
Cafe Gabbiano is a casual fine dining restaurant in Sarasota Fl (Siesta Key). We source local ingredients and have a great blend of classic and modern Italian dishes. At Cafe Gabbiano everything is made to order as we want each dish to be fresh. All of our sauces and pastas are homemade.

Cafe Gabbiano is a 4,000 sqft facility that offers intimate dining as well as larger rooms to host special occasions such as beach weddings and rehearsal dinners. We have an extensive wine list, signature crafted cocktails and a great beer list. We are open daily from 5 PM to 10 PM with Happy Hour 5 PM to 6:30 PM at the bar.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Nightly Monday to Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Paolo DiCosta
  • Catering
    Catering available. Call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Cafe Gabbiano is pleased to be a part of your special event. We offer a full menu served family style
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Siesta Key
  • Cross street
    Canal
  • Parking details
    Any parking located in the plaza is available to our guests.
  • Entertainment
    Live music on select days, call for details.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Happy Hour Daily from 5 PM to 6:30 PM At the Bar

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Enjoy $5 well cocktails, $5 house wines, $3 beers, $5 tapas and 1/2 off our meat and cheese options.

What 3,976 people are saying

Cafe Gabbiano 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Gabbiano delights with "excellent food and service" in a charming, upscale atmosphere. Guests rave about the "amazing lobster ravioli," "wonderful veal Marsala," and delightful wine room setting. The staff, particularly Chris, Rico, and Jessica, are praised for their "attentive and exceptional service," making it a must-visit in Siesta Key.
3,976 Reviews
  1. Debbie VIP

    Dallas - Fort Worth114 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dining experience as always. Waiter was very friendly.

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  2. Marc VIP

    Fort Lauderdale1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the top Italian places I’ve ever been to. Must try the ossobuco!!!

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  3. Tony VIP

    Hawaii3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service, we always ask for Salena our waitress, she’s great. Got to meet the chef, his name Paolo, he came out to meet us. Great place overall

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  4. jennifer

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, and food was very good. We sat inside and enjoyed our dinner experience.

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  5. Edward VIP

    Southwest Florida19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good,Savour Sarasota menu Service 5stars

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Missy

    Cincinnati / Dayton8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was outstanding! Food was delicious . Such a lovely experience. Would definitely return if in the area again.

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Keith

    Kansas City / Kansas3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, Maran ! Carrots were good in the oil & balsamic for Bread !! Loved sitting in the quiet wine room area !! Caesar salad disappointing -not much flavor at all for Caesar or cheese or croutons . Our main dishes were amazing with so much flavor …Lobster ravioli and chicken Marsala ! Thank you !!

    1 person found this helpful

  8. katelyn

    Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    it was amazing. very cute and relaxed spot, a bit pricey but a good place for a birthday or anniversary.

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  9. Carson

    Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super attentive and kind staff and lasagna was amazing

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  10. Connie VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton49 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Normally, I love the food here but last night my husband ordered the three course meal from the menu of the day for $45. Don’t waste your money! The server nor the menu sheet mentioned that the portions would be less than half a normal portion. For $45 he got a very small Caesar salad, three pieces of lobster ravioli, and a two bite size piece of Keylime pie. The lobster ravioli was mediocre, but looked like about a fourth of a normal serving. I love the lasagna here and it was very good, but I don’t think my husband will want to go back anytime soon.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Cafe Gabbiano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 349-1423.

Cafe Gabbiano is rated 4.7 stars by 3976 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Tampa / Central Florida West
  4. Sarasota / Bradenton
  5. Siesta Key

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Cafe Gabbiano

5104 Ocean Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34242

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Canal
  • Neighborhood
    Siesta Key
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Nightly Monday to Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Any parking located in the plaza is available to our guests.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Paolo DiCosta
  • Entertainment
    Live music on select days, call for details.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Catering available. Call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Cafe Gabbiano is pleased to be a part of your special event. We offer a full menu served family style
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