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Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano, Sarasota, FL

Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano

4.8
4.8
3488 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
8:00 pm
Booked 62 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
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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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.
  • Area
    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, Takeaway

What 3,488 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano is beloved in Sarasota for its authentic Italian cuisine and attentive service. Guests rave about the "excellent food," "friendly and efficient service," and "delicious specials." Despite occasional noise, the atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, making it a "guaranteed guest pleaser" for both locals and visitors.

3,488 Reviews
  1. Jeff

    Tampa

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A special place to go and every time we go there, we are pleased

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  2. William

    Naples

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous meal as usual and unbeatable service. My favorite restaurant in Sarasota.

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  3. Mary

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this restaurant Excellent foot and service every time.

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  4. Thomas

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Steven was excellent. Food was very good as well. Great experience!

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  5. Felice

    Naples

    79 reviews

    5.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I frequently dine at Mediterraneo on Sunday night. Knowing that, friends ask if they can join us. They know they will have a great time and appreciate the good food and wine and terrific service. When they go without us they ask to be seated in Amy's section where they know, as we do, that she will take good care of them.

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  6. Keffie

    Tampa

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always love dinners at Mediterraneao! From the complimentary bruschetta, the focaccia and fantastic wine list you will be off to a great start. We love the shrimp and sausage dish, the raviolis and the pizzas! Well we really love everything there!

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  7. Felice

    Naples

    79 reviews

    4.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    You know a restaurant is good when you go frequently and you are never disappointed. Tasty food, excellent service (love Amy, but everyone is great) and a nice wine list -you can't go wrong!

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  8. Felice

    Naples

    79 reviews

    4.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    You can't go wrong with Mediterraneo. Consistently good food, excellent service and a terrific wine list all make for a lovely dining experience. We eat at the restaurant frequently (weekly?) and are never disappointed. We are particularly impressed with Amy, our favorite server and the team that supports her, all 100% committed to delivering a great evening.

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  9. Nicole

    Atlantic City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious and service was outstanding. Will be back soon.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Jane

    Tampa

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good was great our waiter was great, Steve, he was very friendly and stayed on top of our needs!

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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 3488 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
8:00 pm
Booked 62 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano

1970 Main St., Sarasota, FL 34236

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    N. Washington Blvd
  • Area
    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, Takeaway
  • Phone number
    (941) 365-4122
  • Private party facilities
    "Rossa" Room is available for private events. Contact us for more information.
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