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Dolce Ristorante, Charlotte, NC
Dolce Ristorante, Charlotte, NC
Dolce Ristorante, Charlotte, NC
Dolce Ristorante, Charlotte, NC
Dolce Ristorante, Charlotte, NC

Dolce Ristorante

4.8
4.8
1619 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Dolce Ristorante in Charlotte is a classic Italian restaurant serving up family friendly favorites. The atmosphere at Dolce Ristorante is airy and bright with a deep Mediterranean feel complete with Italian style artwork. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner with special cooking classes offered regularly.


Whether you are looking for a pleasant lunch or a lively dinner, Dolce Ristorante has something on the menu to please every palate. Try the ravioli in a parmigiana cheese pink sauce, the Milanese breaded chicken with lemon dressing or the salmone fresh Atlantic salmon in a white wine sauce. Be sure to save room for the Italian cheese cake dessert.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (704) 332-7525
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 1,619 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charlotte

    Best Food

  • Charlotte

    Best Value

  • Charlotte

    Italian

  • Charlotte

    Best Food

  • Charlotte

    Best Value

  • Charlotte

    Italian

1,619 Reviews
  1. Megan

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Very cozy, quaint atmosphere. Great variety of options on the menu. Delicious authentic Italian food.

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  2. LynnA

    Charlotte

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very nice, comfortable restaurant with quality food and very attentive service. All meals were high quality and professionally presented. A little pricey but worth the cost.

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  3. Rose

    Denver

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dolce is the lovliest, cozy neighborhood spot for reliably delicious Italian fare served by friendly and professional staff that treat you like family.

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  4. RMM314

    Charlotte

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a neighborhood favorite - great food and service

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  5. NativeCLT

    Charlotte

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fresh pasta special is hard to beat no matter what. Fish & shrimp came out hot and not over-cooked. Staff is friendly and helpful - they actually seem to get along with one another too so it’s nice to see. Great neighborhood spot. We are lucky to have it! But it would be worth the drive too. Plan to keep supporting this gem. Thanks y’all!

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  6. CarolP

    Orlando

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Salmon and grouper special were delicious and, as always, the staff treats you like family!

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  7. JustinW

    Charlotte

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was spectacular! Can't say enough about Dolce!!! The shrimp and lobster pasta special with carrot pesto was absolutely delicious. Thanks for another great experience.

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  8. DonnaG

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Food was disappointing-used to love this restaurant but seems to have changed-maybe new owners?

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  9. CWHJr

    Pinehurst

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience3
    Have dined here 7 or 8 times in last five years and have always enjoyed. Several events were for Queens Fest over the years. Thoroughly enjoyed all. However, This last visit was disappointing - sides were ONLY risotto (which had no flavor) and mixed vegetables - there was no option of ordering pasta instead but the most disappointing was that my veal dish came with a steak knife - a bad sign. I had specifically asked the server if the veal was pounded thinly and was assured it was. NOT! It was not tender - and being brought out with a steak knife was an indication that toughness was expected. May be my last trip with so many other good Italian places in our great city! The salad was amazing!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’ve been to Dolce Ristorante a few times and it has never left me down! The perfect hole in the wall Italian food place. Highly recommend!

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  11. AcePetDetective

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A small authentic Italian restaurant in Dilworth, but don’t let it’s size deter you. The waiters/waitresses treated us like family, and were extremely knowledgeable on classic Italian fare. They were eager to help with absolutely anything. And best of all, the food was absolutely amazing. Never in my life have I had vodka sauce that had so many flavors from herbs and spices, but definitely not over-powered! Will be going back soon for sure.

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  12. Eatout

    Tulsa

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Food. Great Friendly Staff. Highly Recommend

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  13. DeanL

    Baton Rouge

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This is a little DIlworth gem. Appears like Italians run this cozy little place. Bread comes served with Fagiole which is how it is done in Italy. We had the Caprese and Carpaccio as appetizers. Do ask for balsamic to go with those because it is a sweet marriage. The homemade pasta is a must in spite of a $4 surcharge. I had the Saltimbocca with fresh pasta and pomodoro sauce. My son had the Shrimp & Pesto also with the homemade pasta - scrumptious. My other son and wife had the Penne Alla Vodka sans homemade pasta. It has so much flavor you would dampen the genuineness of the homemade pasta with that dish. Service was excellent and in spite of the large crowd and extra 10-minute wait, once we were seated, everything turned out great. Dessert was a highlight, specifically the Torta da Cioccolatto and Tirmamsu. Not a cheap meal but for the quality of the food and service we got, we were more than pleased.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Excellent experience - Evelyn made it so much fun

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  15. JohnK

    Exclusive

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Outstanding saltimbocca (best this side of Rome), pasta bolognese and eggplant rolatini. One person less thrilled about lasagna (“too dry”)

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a nice relaxing lunch! Food was excellent and service was great as well.

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  17. Kelly

    Charlotte

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great, personable service. The gelato was amazing.

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  18. laurab

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service for our party of 8. We will be back next time in Charlotte!

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved our meal and service was excellent. We will be back!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    INCREDIBLE all around!! Food was sooo delicious!!

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  21. MarkC

    Charlotte

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    The only reason I did not give it the highest states across the board is that we reserved our table in advance and when we arrived they asked us sit on the patio. I only relented because I love the place.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and great service - we will definitely be back!

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  23. WilliamF

    Richmond

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Always our go to when in Charlotte. Best Italian food around.

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  24. ROHH

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything we had was delicious. Highly recommend this restaurant.

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  25. MindyS

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best Italian anywhere. Love Dolce and never dissapointed!! Delicious food, Great atmosphere!!

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  26. JennieD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It's a favorite of ours before an opera performance in downtown Charlotte. If only I lived closer...I would make it there more often. It's always delicious.

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  27. CarolP

    Orlando

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent menu, quality cuisine and the service makes you feel like family!

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  28. Mike

    Naples

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Terrific local favorite. Lots of choices for appetizers and main dishes. The house lasagna is wonderful.

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  29. RaymondB

    Charlotte

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fast service, food out very timely manner and very hot. Good price, good value. Neighborhood gem.

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  30. Foodlover

    Charlotte

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service. My only complaint is $16 for a barely average old fashion. Lots of higher end restaurants, with a superb bar, charge less. Can’t say anything but good things about every other aspect of our visit!

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  31. BillH

    Key West

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second time going to this restaurant and it was outstanding! Our server remembered us from our first time going. We highly recommend this restaurant!

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  32. LollyZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a perfect experience. Brought in a very old friend from out of town, and they raved about the food.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The seafood was fresh and delicious highly recommend pasta was also delicious

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dolce never let’s us down. Thank you Queen Rita for always going above and beyond. We love ya.

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  35. JeanH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once again we thoroughly enjoyed the excellent food and service that we receive each and every time we have dined at Dolce. Love it!

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  36. Anonymous

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Consistently one of the best Italian restaurants in Charlotte!

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  37. ScottG

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Always good. Staff is always fun and polite. We’ll always come back

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  38. RobP

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Amazing food. Good wine selection. Did I mention the amazing food?

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  39. MikeM

    Charlotte

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Veal was a little tough. Probably wouldn’t order it again. Otherwise everything very good

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  40. Linda

    Charlotte

    70 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the menu and the food - homemade pasta fabulous!

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FAQs

Dolce Ristorante does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Dolce Ristorante also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (704) 332-7525.

Dolce Ristorante is rated 4.8 stars by 1619 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Dolce Ristorante

1710 Kenilworth Ave, Ste 230, Charlotte, NC 28203-5796

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Dilworth
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
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