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Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano, Sarasota, FL

Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano

4.8
4.8
3463 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
With its modern but classic Italian cuisine and emphasis on artisanal and contemporary Northern Italian style, Mediterraneo is often credited with being the first restaurant to bring authentic contemporary Italian cuisine to Sarasota when it first opened in 1996. Still under the same ownership, Mediterraneo has consistently been rated one of the top restaurants in Zagat. The restaurant has received numerous accolades including the acclaimed Insegna Del Ristorante Italiano awarded by The Minister of Agriculture & Commerce in Rome. With its highest honor, inducting the restaurant into its Accademia Italiana della Cucina "Fine Dining Hall of Fame." Mediterraneo has been rated as Best of the Best in Sarasota Magazine since the first year of opening.

So whether you're celebrating a special occasion or grabbing a quick bite to eat, at Mediterraneo you are always assured the best quality food accompanied by excellent service. All of it thoroughly Italian.

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2 people

10:00 PM


Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 365-4122
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    "Rossa" Room is available for private events. Contact us for more information.
  • Private party contact
    Daniel Baroni: (941) 365-4122
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross street
    N. Washington Blvd
  • Parking details
    Private garage parking behind restaurant
  • Additional
    Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout

What 3,463 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Italian

3,463 Reviews
  1. Larry

    Greater Boston

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing evening. The food was fabulous. There is nothing better than homemade pasta. Adam tge bartender is a magician behind the bar!

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  2. Lisa

    Tampa

    69 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    69 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing dinner! Bread, pasta with clams, olive tapenade, broccolini

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  3. Florence

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Restaurant is run by a professional staff. Service is excellent and food delicious.

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  4. Micki

    Atlantic City

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous food. Beautifully served. Just too noisy.

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  5. scLoriF

    Orange County

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time at Mediterraneo but won’t be our last! It was my husband’s birthday and we visited with friends for dinner. The restaurant was fairly empty, so we felt very well taken care of. Tina was our server and she was outstanding! One guest has celiac disease and although there was no gluten free pasta or pizza crust (unfortunately), Tina went over the whole menu and he opted for the steak. We all started with spinach salad. My husband wanted veal and thoroughly enjoyed his bone in Milanese. My salmon piccata was also very good. Our other friend ordered the homemade square spaghetti with bolognese sauce. We were all very pleased! One dessert was a complimentary birthday surprise too. A lovely evening was had by all!

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  6. Lewis

    Tampa

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    When ever we are in downtown Sarasota Mediterraneo is your lunch stop. Food is excellent , service as well

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  7. Susan

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoyed food and service. Busy which is good but loud bc tables fairly close. We will return bc we’ve kissed a lot of Italian frogs but finally found a prince.

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  8. Sarah

    Miami

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best! We love Mediterraneo. The food is always superb and service is too notch.

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  9. Rosalind

    Naples

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have eaten here many times and absolutely love it. This is past experience was fantastic due to the special appetizer on the menu of octopus carpaccio. It should be on the menu year round. It was delicious and beautifully served.

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  10. Michael

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we were seated, the service was top-notch—attentive, friendly, and genuinely warm- setting the tone for a fantastic evening. The highlight of our meal was the special of the day: octopus carpaccio. It was a unique and delightful dish. The octopus was perfectly tender, with a delicate balance of flavors that was both refreshing and rich. The dish was beautifully presented, with just the right amount of seasoning to let the natural flavors shine through. Each course continued to impress as the meal progressed, and by the time we reached dessert and coffee, we were thoroughly satisfied. The dessert was the perfect ending and paired beautifully with a smooth cup of coffee. The delicious food and outstanding service made this dining experience one to remember. I’ll be returning soon!

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FAQs

Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 365-4122.

Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano is rated 4.8 stars by 3463 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

10:00 PM


Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano

1970 Main St., Sarasota, FL 34236

Additional information

  • Cross street
    N. Washington Blvd
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private garage parking behind restaurant
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout
  • Phone number
    (941) 365-4122
  • Private party facilities
    "Rossa" Room is available for private events. Contact us for more information.
  • Private party contact
    Daniel Baroni: (941) 365-4122
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