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Cafe Gabbiano, Sarasota, FL

Cafe Gabbiano

4.7 (3983)
$30 and under
Italian
5104 Ocean Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34242

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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.

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What 3,983 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 offers a memorable dining experience with "delicious food" and "excellent service," making it a top choice in Siesta Key. Guests praise the "wonderful atmosphere" and commend servers like Rico and Chris for their attentive care. With an impressive wine selection and dishes like lobster ravioli, it's ideal for special occasions.
3,983 Reviews
  1. Tonia VIP

    Southwest Florida10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience can not wait to come back! Food, service and ambiance were all outstanding

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  2. Joyce VIP

    St. Louis20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a perfect table and fabulous server! Fabulous dinner menu and extensive and reasonably priced wine list. I give Cafe Gabbiano 5 stars …will definitely be back!

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  3. Richard VIP

    New York City20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service and food were very good. We both had chicken dishes that were tasty.

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  4. Sean VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in Siesta Key! The branzino tableside is amazing! Ask for Rico!

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  5. Marek VIP

    New York City19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The wine room was a very nice location for dining. It was quiet and very special. The food was good but not exceptional. Our waiter was a polite, kind and competent young man.

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  6. Lisa

    Indiana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We came here for Savor Sarasota. Everything that was ordered was delicious. They have a great wine selection and the atmosphere is wonderful. Would recommend for special occassions.

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  7. Debbie VIP

    Dallas - Fort Worth115 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    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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  8. Marc VIP

    Fort Lauderdale1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    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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  9. Tony VIP

    Hawaii4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    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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  10. jennifer

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    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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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 3983 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
7:00 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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