Sardinia Sarasota

Name: Sardinia Sarasota
Address: 5770 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL, United States, 34231
Telephone: (941) 702-8582
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1184 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Chef Carta brings the authentic simple elegance of the Sardinian dining tradition to your table. Sardinian cuisine is known for the purity of food and flavors. To insure the authenticity of the dining experience Chef has imported an authentic hood wood-burning oven for the kitchen. The menu is focused on farm fresh and locally grown food. Chargrilled meats and local fish will be cooked in the oven as it is in Sardinia. Taste the Sardinia bread, know as Pane carasau, baked fresh daily which welcomes you at your table. The pasta dough is also made fresh daily. Revel in the authentic Sardinian paella made with fregola and enjoy the unique flavor of bottarga. To maximize the pleasure of sharing good food with good friends, Sardinia has 45 seats- 24 in the main dining room, a chefs table for 10 and 13 seats in the bar area. Good food-good conversation-good friends. A true Sardinia experience you will not forget.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(941) 702-8582

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(941) 702-8582
Website
https://www.sardiniasrq.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Dino Carta

Location
5770 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Parking details
Street parking and more parking available in the rear of the restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Featured in

Funghi Selvatici su Crosta di Parmigiano$16.95
Wild Mushrooms in a Crispy Parmesan Basket
Antipasto$16.95
Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Marinated Italian Olives, Artichoke and Salamino
Pecorino Arrosto su Pane Carasau$15.95
Roasted Sardinian Pecorino Cheese over Homemade Carasau Bread
Cioppino di Pesce Misto$17.95
Mixed Seafood Cioppino
Insalata Tiepida di Mare$17.95
Mixed Seafood Salad
Prosciutto San Daniele e Pecorino Sardo$17.95
Prosciutto San Daniele and Sardinian Pecorino Cheese
Pomodoro con Parmigiana di Melanzane al Forno$12.95
Brick Oven Roasted Tomato Stuffed with Eggplant and Fresh Mozzarella
Carpaccio di Polpo con Rucola e Bottarga$17.95
Octopus Carpaccio w/ Arugula and Bottarga
Cozze e Vongole al Vermentino e Pomodoro$16.95
Mussels and Clams in Vermentino and Tomato

Soups & Salads

Soup of the Day$7.95
Minestrone$7.95
Vegetable Soup
House Salad con Scaglie di Parmigiano$9.95
Mix Greens w/ Shaved Parmesan
Romana, Gamberi, Capperi, Mais e Favette$12.95
Romaine lettuce, Shrimp, Capers, Corn and Fava Beans
Rucola, Mozzarella Fresca, Olive, Cetrioli e Pomodori$12.95
Organic Arugula, Fresh Mozzarella, Marinated Mediterranean Olives, Cucumber and Tomato
Spinaci Biologici, Noci, Cipolle Caramellate, e Caprino$12.95
Organic Spinach, Walnuts, Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese

Le Paste

Tagliolini Freschi con Favette Menta e Pecorino Sardo$19.95
Homemade Tagliolini w/Fava Beans Mint and Fresh Sardinian Pecorino
Gnocchi di Patate Agli Asparagii e Parmigiano$19.95
Homemade Potato Gnocchi w/Aasparagus Butter and Parmesan Cheese
Linguine alle Vongole e Bottarga$21.95
Linguine w/ Clams and Bottarga
Lasagna$22.95
Lasagna with Meat Ragu' and Bechamelle Sauce Baked in a Wood-Burning Brick Oven
Ravioli di Vitello al Burro, Salvia, Noci e Pecorino$21.95
Homemade Veal Ravioli in Butter, Sage, Walnuts and Pecorino Cheese
Gnocchi Sardi al Ragu di Carne e Porcini$21.95
Sardinian Gnocchi w/Meat Ragu and Porcini Mushrooms
Culurgiones con Ripieno di Formaggio e Arancia al Pomodoro$21.95
Pecorino and Orange Zest Culurgiones in Tomato Sauce
Linguine ai Frutti di Mare$22.95
Linguine w/ Fresh Mixed Seafood
Fettuccine ai Funghi Selvatici e Pecorino Fresco$21.95
Fettuccine w/Wild Mushrooms and Fresh Pecorino
Tagliolini Freschi all'Aglio, Olio, Salsiccia e Spinaci$19.95
Homemade Tagliolini w/ Sausage, Spinach, Olive Oil and Garlic

Meat & Fish

Salsiccia Fresca al Forno con Patate Novelle e Melanzane all'Aglio$21.95
Brick-Oven Roasted Sausage w/New Potato, Eggplant and Roasted Garlic
Tagliata di Manzo con Rucola e Scaglie di Parmigiano*$36.95
Prime Striploin Tagliata with Arugula and Shaved Parmesan Cheese
Zuppetta di Pesce Misto con Sugo di Astice$35.95
Seafood Bouillabaisse
Salmone Selvatico con Pomodorini, Capperi e Origano*$28.95
Wild Salmon w/ Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Oregano
Costoletta di Maiale al Forno con Funghi e Asparagi*$34.95
Brick-Oven Roasted Longbone Pork Chop w/Mushrooms and Asparagus
Petto di Pollo alla Milanese con Rucola e Pomodoro$21.95
Chicken Breast Milanese Served w/ Arugula and Tomato
Costoletta di Vitello alla Brace*$44.95
Ember-Roasted Veal Chop
Spigola al Sale$35.95
Salt Crusted Mediterranean Sea Bass
Paella di Fregola con Pesce Misto e Bottarga$34.95
Sardinian Paella w/ Fregola, Mixed Seafood and Bottarga

What 1,184 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

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Vienns
Washington DC
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a great find. Each course was excellent, the service highly professional and appropriately attentive, and the welcoming nature makes you want to come back. Veal chop among the best. Halibut perfectly prepared snd juicy. Every table was booked - for good reason. Looking forward to next visit to try something new.
BL
BellevueLady
Cincinnati
6 reviews
vip
3.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food3service4ambience3
From photos, we thought outdoor seating was nice but it is not far off of Tamiami Trail so with traffic it was not nice. Food was just okay.
j
jswolf
New York Area
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always outstanding! Chef Dino and staff make you feel welcome and comfortable Great food, great wine, great upscale Italian dining
G
Guiseppe
Tampa
6 reviews
vip
3.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food3service4ambience3
Sardinia restaurant is worth a try. Good food, prepared nicely and very good waiter service, however I would recommend adding soft dining music to drown some of the noise when busy. Dinner wasn't really to write home about and chef is very busy. We thought the A La carte menu was somewhat pricey for a complete dinner.
F
Foodlover1
New York Area
140 reviews
vip
5.0
140 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
One of the best Italian restaurants in the Sarasota area. Interesting twists on dishes. Service exemplary and friendly. Try the veal chop, stuffed tomato and ricotta tart.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love the cuisine and staff! The fennel sausage is the best!! Excellent hazelnut gelato and pistachio gelato!
J
Joani
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent! The best veal chop we ever had. Homemade pasta was great, also. A bit loud inside but noise subsided after a few tables cleared out.
GC
GreekCritic
Tampa
86 reviews
vip
5.0
86 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best Italian restaurants in Sarasota. Dont this miss this one!
M
Mamak
Tampa
93 reviews
vip
5.0
93 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best restaurant in Sarasota. We love everything about it.
MS
MelissaS
Detroit
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice atmosphere, great service and delicious food. We will definitely go back.
s
steve
San Diego
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
our third visit, and as previously, a very good experience across the board. the menu is imaginative and well executed. our friends, snowbirds from Boston, really enjoyed it as well.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and cuisine!! We would prefer a quieter dining room.
JA
JohnA
Tampa
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food choices. Server was very friendly and helpful.
SG
SeaGirl
Tampa
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Lovely restaurant for a special occasion. Not too noisy. Our first time dining here and we will be back. Service and food are excellent. I had the paella and it was outstanding. Brought half home for the next day.
C
Cdntraveler
Ottawa
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional, authentic Italian food, with a very nice wine list. A great Sarasota treasure.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
This is a hidden gem. The food is over the top. Excellent selection of interesting options with flavor combinations I'd never think of but am craving now!
JW
JudiW
Palm Springs
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful !
HR
HerbR
Naples
122 reviews
vip
5.0
122 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very good meal. Lasagna spectacular. Service was excellent.
LF
LindaF
Orlando
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall1food1service4ambience1
Honestly, I have never written a review of a restaurant that has not been positive. Last night was to be special…we were out for our Anniversary and had never been to Sardinia. My husband ordered the Bouillabaisse… a dish he is very familiar with and has enjoyed at other restaurants. This dish didn’t have a shrimp or a scallop in it. He asked the waiter what seafood was in it as well and was told Shrimp, Scallops,mussels,clams and a piece of fish. It was terrible not even a piece of crusty bread to dip in the broth. I ordered the Trippletail fish. A fish I am familiar with and have had before. It was a dried out flavorless piece on top of a 3” circle of Slivered Asparagus…$42.95… not a garnish…not a lemon…Really!!!! The only thing that was good was the service. The noise level is off the charts…we were screaming at each other….no way to have a nice conversation. Needless to say…we will not be back.
EL
EarleL
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent restaurant. Very knowledgeable servers and terrific chef.
z
zzred01
Naples
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Great wine list, food fabulous, service well trained, but it is quite a loud place. Very hard to have a conversation at a table for 4 when 90% of the tables were full.
CD
ClaudiaD
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best lasagna in the world!
JB
JayB
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Octopus Carpaccio was a delightful taste for the senses! Salt crusted Branzino was perfectly cooked. Ariana our server was knowledgeable about menu selections and guide us well! Pasta special with Orecchiti and swordfish was done weel! Overall a lovely neighborhood restaurant experience!
DD
DiningDiva
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was simply exquisite-wonderfully prepared and presented. The portions were just right, not overwhelming. The service em was seamless. Highly, highly recommend Sardinia’s anytime you are craving a special Italian dinner.
JJ
JoJoY
New York Area
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The caragulios/ ravioli were light and had a wonderful hint of orange! Fabulous! The sausage and eggplant is delicious too
t
tigerprince
London
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food as always with awesome service. We come to Sardinia regularly and it never disappointments. Highly recommended.
ES
ESK1
Washington DC
76 reviews
vip
5.0
76 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was outstanding as was the service.
LP
LPC27
Denver
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a hidden gem! Authentic Sardinian food, great wine, and atmosphere. Just like in Italy we were invited to slow down, savor our good, and enjoy the people we were with!
SR
SRQCane
Tampa
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful dinner with friends! Nice atmosphere. Restaurant was busy but was not too loud. Server was attentive and knowledgeable. Extensive wine menu. Three of us had pasta and one had fish, and all were excellent. We will return!
LP
LisaP
Philadelphia
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sardinia never disappoints. Dino Carta prepares delicious Sardinian Italian food that is consistently excellent every time, and the service is personal and first rate. One of the best Italian restaurants in Sarasota, hands down.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Kansas City
9 reviews
vip
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience3
The food was just ok- not much flavor in my meal or in my husband’s. The server was nice.
D
Doreen
New England
91 reviews
vip
5.0
91 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food and service the best veal chop ever. The seafood is so good and fresh no room for desert but the ricotta tart is our favorite Nenad was our server he was awesome
EK
EttaK
New York Area
84 reviews
vip
5.0
84 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual, everything at Sardinia last evening was exceptional: the food, the service, the ambience. Unfortunately - and not the fault of the restaurant - two gentlemen were seated next to us, and one of them was VERY loud. We heard every single word of their conversation, without trying to listen in. This was the only downside to the evening. Of course, we understand that these things happen, and there is no way possible for the restaurant to know in advance that this is the situation. Despite this negative aspect, we will definitely return to Sardinia, our favorite restaurant in Sarasota!
TD
ThierryD
Tampa
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great place, food is really good and seating at the bar room is the best!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Authentic food, wine and ambiance in a cozy space.
EH
EdwardH
New York Area
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Parking was a problem for us. Consider ride sharing. Had our meals outside. Some traffic noise but may have been less noise than inside as the restaurant was fully booked and dinning area not large. Food was excellent as was the service.
DD
DiningDiva
New York Area
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every dish is scrumptious. The service is lovely…we are locals and this is one of our favorites.
KK
KarenK
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience2
Very very loud! I would sit outside or bar area if i went back
E
Eatapeach
New York Area
60 reviews
vip
5.0
60 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and service. The outdoor tables are a bit noisy from traffic on 41. Veal chop, tomato stuffed with eggplant and mozzarella and mushrooms were great. And the caramel panda cotta was divine.
BS
BonnieS
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best in Sarasota.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Diner temperature check required
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Sardinia Sarasota offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 702-8582.

Sardinia Sarasota is rated 4.7 stars by 1184 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(941) 702-8582

5770 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Sarasota
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking and more parking available in the rear of the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Dino Carta
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.sardiniasrq.com/
Phone number
(941) 702-8582

Sardinia Sarasota

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Appetizers

Funghi Selvatici su Crosta di Parmigiano$16.95

Antipasto$16.95

Pecorino Arrosto su Pane Carasau$15.95

Cioppino di Pesce Misto$17.95

Insalata Tiepida di Mare$17.95

Prosciutto San Daniele e Pecorino Sardo$17.95

Pomodoro con Parmigiana di Melanzane al Forno$12.95

Carpaccio di Polpo con Rucola e Bottarga$17.95

Cozze e Vongole al Vermentino e Pomodoro$16.95

Soups & Salads

Soup of the Day$7.95

Minestrone$7.95

House Salad con Scaglie di Parmigiano$9.95

Romana, Gamberi, Capperi, Mais e Favette$12.95

Rucola, Mozzarella Fresca, Olive, Cetrioli e Pomodori$12.95

Spinaci Biologici, Noci, Cipolle Caramellate, e Caprino$12.95

Le Paste

Tagliolini Freschi con Favette Menta e Pecorino Sardo$19.95

Gnocchi di Patate Agli Asparagii e Parmigiano$19.95

Linguine alle Vongole e Bottarga$21.95

Lasagna$22.95

Ravioli di Vitello al Burro, Salvia, Noci e Pecorino$21.95

Gnocchi Sardi al Ragu di Carne e Porcini$21.95

Culurgiones con Ripieno di Formaggio e Arancia al Pomodoro$21.95

Linguine ai Frutti di Mare$22.95

Fettuccine ai Funghi Selvatici e Pecorino Fresco$21.95

Tagliolini Freschi all'Aglio, Olio, Salsiccia e Spinaci$19.95

Meat & Fish

Salsiccia Fresca al Forno con Patate Novelle e Melanzane all'Aglio$21.95

Tagliata di Manzo con Rucola e Scaglie di Parmigiano*$36.95

Zuppetta di Pesce Misto con Sugo di Astice$35.95

Salmone Selvatico con Pomodorini, Capperi e Origano*$28.95

Costoletta di Maiale al Forno con Funghi e Asparagi*$34.95

Petto di Pollo alla Milanese con Rucola e Pomodoro$21.95

Costoletta di Vitello alla Brace*$44.95

Spigola al Sale$35.95

Paella di Fregola con Pesce Misto e Bottarga$34.95

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