Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

Name: Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota
Address: 27 Fletcher Ave, Sarasota, FL, United States, 34237
Telephone: (941) 552-9131
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (1229)

$30 and under

Italian

27 Fletcher Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Neighborhood gem
Charming

For parties of 13 or more please call the restaurant.

*Weather may interfere with your reservation, we will do our best to accommodate you.*

Out of passion, tradition, hard work and integrity, Bavaro’s opened its doors in March 2009 as the first traditional Neapolitan Pizzeria in the state of Florida. Determined to share their family recipes with the world, Dan Bavaro, his wife Anna-Maria, and their five beautiful children packed their U-Haul, left their friends and family, drove from New Jersey to Tampa, and set out to provide for others the same love, energy, and authenticity that they experience around their own dinner table.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 552-9131
Website
http://bavarospizza.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our private dining options, perfect for any occasion. The restaurant has 3 different spaces to fit all your needs. Need more than 1 space? Rent out the whole restaurant!
Private party contact
Jon Fritz: (941) 552-9131

Location
27 Fletcher Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Cross street
Main Street & Fletcher; Fruitville Rd
Parking details
FREE parking available in the lot directly next to the restaurant. Street parking and public lot available as well as handicap parking in the rear of the building.
Public transit
Fletcher Ave. is one block east of 301. Cross Streets are Fruitville and Main St..Heading East on Main Street pass 301 and make a left onto Fletcher Ave. The restaurant is on the left. Heading East on Fruitville, cross main street and make a right at the Chase bank onto Fletcher Ave. Restaurant is on the right.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Popular dishes

Garlic Bread$13.00
Wood-fired dough, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, oregano, parmigiano reggiano
- Vodka Sauce$4.00
- Crema Sauce$2.00
- Arrabbiata Sauce$2.00
- Pesto Sauce$2.00
- Bolognese Sauce$4.00
- Pink Sauce$2.00
Angela's Ricotta Meatballs$14.00
3 pieces. Beef, pork, pancetta, ricotta, house made bread, pomodoro sauce
Heirloom Bruschetta$12.00
4 pieces. Crostini, whipped ricotta, heirloom cherry tomatoes, basil
Calabrian Wood-Fired Wings$19.00
8 pieces. Hot honey garlic Parmesan oven roasted chicken wings with pistachio gremolata
- Well Done$0.00
- Sauce On Side$0.00
Wood-Fired Broccolini$13.00
Crumbled crispy prosciutto, Parmigiano Reggiano, EVOO, sea salt, lemon zest
Charcuterie Board$23.00
Bread Basket$6.00
- Toasted$0.00

Lighter Fare (Sarasota)

Classic Caesar$13.00
Romaine, crostini, parmigiano reggiano, homemade Caesar dressing
Classic Caesar (Half)$10.00
Romaine, crostini, parmigiano reggiano, homemade Caesar dressing
Verde$14.00
Baby arugula, heirloom cherry tomato, parmigiano reggiano, lemon, olive oil
Verde (Half)$11.00
Baby arugula, heirloom cherry tomato, parmigiano reggiano, lemon, olive oil
Italian Chopped Salad$18.00
Romaine, red onion, heirloom cherry tomato, olives, soppressata, chicken, Parmigiano Reggiano, provolone, and champagne vinaigrette
Stracciatella Caprese$16.00
Marinated heirloom tomato, basil, EVOO, balsamic, pesto, pink peppercorn, crostini

Pizza Napoletana (Sarasota)

Margherita Pizza$18.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, parmigiano reggiano, basil, EVOO
Americano Pizza$19.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, pepperoni
Diavola Pizza$19.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, fire roasted peppers, spicy fennel sausage, basil, calabrian chilis
Tre - Carne Pizza$20.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, spicy fennel sausage, spicy soppressata, speck, evoo
Wild Funghi Pizza$19.00
Baby Bella, portobello, and oyster mushrooms, garlic confit, leek, garlic thyme infused evoo. Red or white pie
- Red Pie$0.00
- White Pie$0.00
Burrata Pizza$20.00
Stracciatella, cherry tomato, arugula, parmigiano reggiano, evoo
Whipped Limoncello Pizza$18.00
Whipped limoncello ricotta, basil, garlic thyme infused evoo, crumbled prosciutto di parma, homemade calabrian honey, fried thyme

Pastaria (Sarasota)

Penne Alla Vodka$20.00
Contains pork. Bavaro's famous vodka sauce served with imported penne
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
Tagliatelle Bolognese$23.00
fresh tagliatelle with house-made bolognese sauce
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- 50/50 Spicy Sauce$2.00
Spaghetti$23.00
Fresh spaghetti, two beef & pork meatballs, pomodoro sauce, basil oil
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00
- Sub Sausage$0.00
- Sub Chicken$0.00
- Sub Shrimp$1.00
- Sub Broccolini$0.00
- Sub Crema Sauce$2.00
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- Sub Bolognese Sauce$2.00
- Sub Vodka Sauce$2.00
- Sub Crema Sauce$0.00
- Sub Arrabiata Sauce$0.00
- Sub Pink Sauce$0.00
- No Meatballs$0.00
- No Basil Oil$0.00
Rigatoni Al Funghi$26.00
Rigatoni, chicken, cremini, portobello, and oyster mushrooms, sundried tomato, crema, truffle oil, fried basil
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00
- Sub Shrimp$1.00
- Sub Sausage$0.00
- Sub Broccolini$0.00
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
Ravioli Al Formaggio$25.00
10 pieces. Fresh pasta filled with mozzarella, parmigiano reggiano, and ricotta cheese served in bavaro's famous vodka sauce
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00
- Pomodoro Sauce$0.00
- Vodka Sauce$4.00
- Pesto Sauce$2.00
- Arrabbiata Sauce$2.00
- Crema Sauce$2.00
- Bolognese Sauce$4.00
- Sub Pomodoro$0.00
- Sub Crema$0.00
- Sub Bolognese$2.00
- Sub Arrabiata$0.00
- Sub Pink Sauce$0.00
Mike's Seafood Pasta$32.00
Fresh tagliatelle, middleneck clams, pinot grigio, Calabrian chili, basil oil
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
Pasta Bavaro$16.00
Build your perfect bowl. Start with your choice of pasta, select one of our house-made sauces, and top it off with your favorite protein.
- Penne$0.00
- Spaghetti$0.00
- Rigatoni$0.00
- Tagliatelle$0.00
- Ravioli Formaggio$2.00
- Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- Pomodoro Sauce$0.00
- Vodka Sauce$4.00
- Bolognese Sauce$4.00
- Crema Sauce$2.00
- Arrabbiata Sauce$2.00
- Pesto Sauce$2.00
- Butter and Oil$1.00
- 50/50 Sauce$4.00
- Pink Sauce$2.00
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00
Side of Sauce$0.00
select a 4 oz portion of your favorite Bavaro's homemade sauce
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00

Dolce

1 Cannoli$4.00
Homemade cannoli shell, sweet ricotta filling, powdered sugar
- Add Chocolate Chips$1.00
- Add Pistachios$1.00
- No Powder Sugar$0.00
3 Cannolis$11.00
Homemade cannoli shell, sweet ricotta filling, powdered sugar
- All Plain$0.00
- All Pistachio$3.00
- All Chocolate Chips$3.00
- 1 Pistachio, 1 Chocolate Chips, 1 Plain$2.00
- 2 Pistachio, 1 Chocolate Chips$3.00
- 2 Pistachio, 1 Plain$2.00
- 2 Chocolate Chips, 1 Pistachio$2.00
- 2 Chocolate Chips, 1 Plain$2.00
- 2 Plain, 1 Pistachio$1.00
- 2 Plain, 1 Chocolate Chips$1.00
Tiramisu$11.00
Espresso, lady fingers, mascarpone cream, Ghirardelli cocoa powder
Nutella Pizza$11.00
Wood-fired dough, nutella spread, powdered sugar

What 1,229 people are saying

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Sarasota / Bradenton
Hot spot
Sarasota / Bradenton
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

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Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota offers "excellent pizza" and "delicious food" with a vibrant ambiance featuring live music. Guests appreciate the "friendly service" and outdoor seating. While some mention noise and occasional service delays, the "authentic Italian experience" and "amazing" menu keep patrons coming back. Perfect for pizza lovers.

1,229 Reviews

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Lois VIP
Atlanta110 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
First I want to point out that it was A Holiday crowd evening, lots of families, and larger dining parties, so service was not the usual. Our waiter tried but did not cut it. The hostess picked up his slack and made the job seem effortless. Our waiter first, forgot our drinks, and bottled water. The food was delivered first. He apologized that he was hung up on the table of 13 asking too many questions. Not acceptable. My husband also was not happy with his pizza order. It was too soggy on top and burnt too much on the bottom. (This was also a first for us). A fork was missing in my table setting napkin roll up. The latter complaint is minor, but we have never had this experience before and we dine there whenever we are in town, which is often.
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debra VIP
Rhineland-Palatinate237 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Carrie was an attentive server making our experience all the more delightful….started with Charcuterie…then each a different pasta….with enough for to-go boxes.
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Dr. Ted VIP
Washington, D.C. Area60 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great new find for my wife and I. The staff are incredibly friendly. Food was delicious. We enjoyed our experience tremendously.
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Kenneth VIP
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Particularly enjoyed the live music on Friday night. The pizza was great as usual.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded 2 days ago
Kenneth, thank you for choosing Bavaro's!
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Andrea
Tampa / Central Florida West1 review
3.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food was excellent but service was not. Was waiting for our server the entire time and he was just hanging out talking with the host
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Denise
Tampa / Central Florida West2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious entrees and super friendly service! Love this place!
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded on June 27, 2025
Denise, Thank you for choosing Bavaro's!
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Amy VIP
New York City6 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Pizzas were good, our server Adrienne was very good. The music and ambiance of the outdoor space was perfect for our group of 8 but a bit loud for conversation. Fun night and I will be back.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded on June 20, 2025
We look forward to seeing you again, Thank you for choosing Bavaro's!!
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Paula
Tampa / Central Florida West7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love every visit! I’m forgetting our waiters name but he is from Uruguay and has 2 kids 4 and 8. That should show we know him:) Thanks for the specialty meatball pizza it is now my favorite. It was cooked to perfection! It was a little thicker than others and I really like that. See you soon!
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded on June 20, 2025
Paula, we are glad you were so taken care of by Adrian! Thank you for choosing Bavaro's, see you next time!
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Don VIP
Southwest Florida5 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Mr. Bavaro - $19.00 / glass for a $12.00 bottle of Chianti? Get real !! I’ll forget about all the other mis steps. When I was there a few months ago we were told that was being addressed. Let me know when it is and maybe we will be back. Thanks, Don
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Mike
Southwest Florida5 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
I was expecting a better overall experience than I received. Primarily I was disappointed with the food in that it wasn’t very hot. The pizza and the meatballs were somewhat lukewarm. Maybe that’s just how they serve it at this restaurant. The waiter was very nice and charming. I did have to go up and get a refill on a beer because he disappeared for a bit of time. I might try it again.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded on June 7, 2025
Hi Mike, we appreciate your honest feedback! Reviews like yours help us make corrections and make things better and we are going to be addressing this with our team. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
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FAQs

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 552-9131.

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota is rated 4.5 stars by 1229 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 11 times today

Google Map for Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

27 Fletcher Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Main Street & Fletcher; Fruitville Rd
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
FREE parking available in the lot directly next to the restaurant. Street parking and public lot available as well as handicap parking in the rear of the building.
Public transit
Fletcher Ave. is one block east of 301. Cross Streets are Fruitville and Main St..Heading East on Main Street pass 301 and make a left onto Fletcher Ave. The restaurant is on the left. Heading East on Fruitville, cross main street and make a right at the Chase bank onto Fletcher Ave. Restaurant is on the right.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://bavarospizza.com/
Phone number
(941) 552-9131
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our private dining options, perfect for any occasion. The restaurant has 3 different spaces to fit all your needs. Need more than 1 space? Rent out the whole restaurant!
Private party contact
Jon Fritz: (941) 552-9131

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Private Event - Upstairs

Downstairs

Patio

Custom inquiry

Margherita Pizza

Meats

Diavola Pizza

Antipasti (Sarasota)

Garlic Bread$13.00

Angela's Ricotta Meatballs$14.00

Heirloom Bruschetta$12.00

Calabrian Wood-Fired Wings$19.00

Wood-Fired Broccolini$13.00

Charcuterie Board$23.00

Bread Basket$6.00

Lighter Fare (Sarasota)

Classic Caesar$13.00

Classic Caesar (Half)$10.00

Verde$14.00

Verde (Half)$11.00

Italian Chopped Salad$18.00

Stracciatella Caprese$16.00

Pizza Napoletana (Sarasota)

Margherita Pizza$18.00

Americano Pizza$19.00

Diavola Pizza$19.00

Tre - Carne Pizza$20.00

Wild Funghi Pizza$19.00

Burrata Pizza$20.00

Whipped Limoncello Pizza$18.00

Pastaria (Sarasota)

Penne Alla Vodka$20.00

Tagliatelle Bolognese$23.00

Spaghetti$23.00

Rigatoni Al Funghi$26.00

Ravioli Al Formaggio$25.00

Mike's Seafood Pasta$32.00

Pasta Bavaro$16.00

Side of Sauce$0.00

Dolce

1 Cannoli$4.00

3 Cannolis$11.00

Tiramisu$11.00

Nutella Pizza$11.00

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