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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
1574 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 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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 1,574 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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charlotte

    Best Food

  • Charlotte

    Best Value

  • Charlotte

    Italian

  • Charlotte

    Best Food

  • Charlotte

    Best Value

  • Charlotte

    Italian

1,574 Reviews
  1. TonyC

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall2food3service3ambience3
    The place was nice but very pricey. Everything is ala cart. The bread was stale and was not edible. My Sprite was flat. The other entire we had was lasagna and it was cold. Nothing comes with the entree, all extras. For a $30 entree. No value for me. Sorry

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  2. JerseyGirl

    Charlotte

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great authentic Italian food! You can never go wrong if you get fresh pasta! Thank you Rita for always taking such great care of us!

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  3. Will

    Charlotte

    91 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    91 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of our goto places, it is always great and the staff are wonderful.

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  4. HelenR

    Atlanta Metro

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We enjoyed our meal and the good service. Also, a delicious Negroni! A little noisy but understandable on a Friday night! Grazie.

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  5. MichaelD

    Charlotte

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very enjoyable dinner with some unique Italian family recipes. I would highly recommend.

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  6. Alyce

    Charlotte

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Like everything about Dolce. Menu variety inviting. Quality of food top drawer. Cozy and special.

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  7. PhilB

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took my grandparents here while they were in town and they loved it. Our server was fantastic and the food was, as always, the high quality you would expect from an authentic Italian restaurant. Highly recommend overall, and specifically the Carbonara.

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  8. AMANDAT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were phenomenal! Took my friend here for her birthday dinner and it did not disappoint!

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  9. Alyce

    Charlotte

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My friend & I shared 4 different small plates plus dessert. Loved the experience including mussels, meatballs-and others. Limoncello cake best ever!!

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  10. EnesL

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If you want to have real Italian food: La Dolce Osteria is the right place. Hand made pasta done by Rita herself is just amazing. Feeling home anytime I come here.

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  11. lavaland

    Charlotte

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I had the NC Trout and it was spot on as for done. I swapped their herb potatoes for the risotto. The food was delicious and the service was quick. I had an expresso martini as a cocktail. They introduced it to me a few months back and without question, they make the best one in Charlotte. Give Dolce a try. Odds are you'll enjoy it.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You are missing out if you don’t experience the service and the food here. Rita has created not only a menu, but also an atmosphere that is perfect for any occation. This is the place for exceptional food, a great atmosphere and friendly smiles… a must. And my go-to for Italian cuisine!

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  13. DeniseW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food and service was excellent. We had the homemade pasta and it was wonderful. The Bolognese was the best we have ever tasted and the Carbonara was also delicious. The Pinot Noir was very good. Dolce Ristorante is for families or date night; white table cloths but a relaxed atmosphere. Would highly recommend.

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  14. Will

    Charlotte

    91 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    91 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of our favorite places and it is always great

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  15. JuliaW

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful time at Dolce and everyone was so kind and welcoming. The food was outstanding and we can't wait to come back for more!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely awesome. Food tasted great and service was excellent. We’ll definitely be back again

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  17. NCProfessional

    Charlotte

    56 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Food was very good and atmosphere was great for talking. Service was okay, but not exceptional.

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  18. PamB

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first but not our last visit! Everything was wonderful

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  19. TimothyS

    Charlotte

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As wonderful as always. Excellent food and service plus Rita’s welcoming personality.

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  20. DarshanD

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    such a cute neighborhood italian restaurant. food was awesome, service was outstanding and the atmosphere was perfect for a date night!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience3
    Best pasta in Charlotte in my opinion. Very traditional style restaurant!

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  22. JaniceB

    Greensboro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First timers and loved everything. Between 4 of us we had Penne ala Vodka, Ravioli with pesto sauce, Lasgna, and Bolognese. We sampled each others. Every dish was a winner. We included thefresh pasta and well worth it. Waiter helped withchoice of wine as we knew nothing of Italianwines. Founda great choice. Dessert was great. We chose 4 different ones and only comment was the Cannoli was hard to crack. Overall this restaurant has moved to the top of ou Italian list. Well worth half hour drive to get there

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  23. JustinW

    Charlotte

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The lobster special was phenomenal. This experience and all the previous visits will definitely keep us coming back. Thanks for a wonderful evening.

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  24. JerseyGirl

    Charlotte

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never disappoints! The burrata and prosciutto and bruschetta were fabulous! Be sure to ask for the fresh pasta of the day! Rita is a food artist and the service staff like family!

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  25. Larry

    Charlotte

    39 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    We had high expectations for this restaurant based on reviews we had read, but they were not met. The people were nice, service good, but the food was less than wonderful. The bread basket contained small, stale pieces of bread, the shrimp in both of our dishes was overcooked and rubbery. I enjoyed my calamari appetizer but my wife's mushroom appetizer was overcooked. The restaurant lacked ambiance and we will not be returning.

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  26. BarbaraM

    Western NC

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our dinner was delicious. I had the gnocci, which were light as a feather. My husband had the chicken parmigiana, and he ate every bit of it. We had a bottle of wine, which was good but not expensive, too. We’ll be back again very soon!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Some of the best authentic Italian food in Charlotte

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  28. JROTC

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An absolutely outstanding restaurant, great staff, delicious food, and beautiful ambience!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at Dolce! Everyone who works there seems happy and experienced, which doesn’t always appear to be the case these days in the restaurant industry. The pastas and meals were also delicious. Loved the dishes, the employees, and the ambience: all of it. We used to dine here years ago and had forgotten how fresh and authentic the meals are. We won’t forget now! We’ll definitely be back.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve never had a bad experience and Rita’s fresh pasta is awesome!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My favorite Italian food in Charlotte. Servers/staff are always very kind. Highly recommend.

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  32. LynnA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and the service very attentive.

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  33. FrequentDiner

    Raleigh

    197 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    197 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience2
    Generally good food and service but rather hurried. Vitelli Al limo be was excellent, Caesar salad was not well chilled and has tomato on it, not something that you often see. Parmesan was very coarsely grated. limoncello cake was tasty. Service was a nice average.

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  34. PastorB

    Detroit

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 31, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    Easy access off Kenilworth in a fairly nice setting. We were greeted by a guy with very little personality and he was very matter of fact, but he got us sat. We do not drink and they only have canned soft drinks and they charge by the can. The Diet Coke tasted flat. Rest of our party had water and were never offered refills the entire meal. The Bruschetta appetizer was good but only comes with 3 pieces for $9.50. The complimentary table bread was in very small pieces which made it difficult to hold the chopped tomato, onion, and white bean "salsa" that came with it. The entrees were good, but the stand alone Caesar "diner" salad my wife and son shared was very small and overpriced. They do not offer side salads. The entire time we were there two guys from some company programming a server robot were pushing it all around the restaurant mapping it to the space like you do with a Roomba or something. They got very close to the table and stood there for a bit to complete that step. It was off putting and took away from the ambiance. We love trying new places and have been servers ourselves. Will not be going here again.

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  35. RaymondB

    Charlotte

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything almost perfect great food great service only thing they did not have iced tea.

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  36. AprilS

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Food was outstanding! Service was not. Did not get bread, olive oil and vinegar delivered to the table. Had to ask for it half way thru appetizers and waitress was surprised we didn’t have it? Did not get our water glasses refilled. Waitress asked if we wanted fresh grated cheese and pepper half way thru meal.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    I like the quaintness of the place. Good vibe. I’ll go through each order: - bread was not great but the beans on side were great - meatball appetizer was disappointing - I got carbonara with house made pasta. Pretty solid. - my wife got bolognese with house made pasta. Pretty good. - daughter got rigatoni with sausage and peas. It was also ok. - son got chicken parm which was pretty good too - side of broccoli was great - chocolate mousse cake was good, gelato was very good and cannoli was also very good Meal was solid and atmosphere was quaint. Wish the bread and appetizer was better but overall liked it!

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  38. GTCAM

    Cleveland

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the food and had great service! Maybe the best pasta we’ve had in Charlotte. We’ll definitely be back.

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  39. JohnG

    Charlotte

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dolce never ceases to amaze in the quality of food and never disappoints! The chef and manager, Rita, make sure that everyone is well served, and that the meals are extraordinary. She greets many of her guests as family. I would not hesitate to recommend this restaurant to anyone should be in Charlotte’s top 10.

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  40. Fern

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    Don’t understand the high reviews. The food was mediocre at best. My party of six went there for lunch which is served from 11am to 2pm. We were seated at our table by 1pm. The waiter immediately informed us they close at 2. We felt rushed. Bad experience overall. Would not go back or recommend.

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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 1574 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 6 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
  • 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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