Cassariano Italian Eatery

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   Michael

   Tampa

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We have eaten at the Venice location dozens of times and enjoy the prompt service and good advice on choices of food and wine pairings by our excellent server, George (whom we did ask for seating in his section tonight) on the occasion of birthday of my sweetheart, Cyndi. There was a special wine offer that night, a 2014 Barolo, that I decided to take advantage of the close-out price. What a complex and delightful heavier wine paired with a pasta dish based on a mild white sauce, supporting the flavors of the earthy mushrooms and flavorful but mild sausage as main attractions. We split an arugula salad that was limited in the number of ingredients but the greens were very remarkably fresh and the dressing light, tangy, with a hint of citrus. This salad by itself would make for a great light mid-day meal. Cyndi was persuaded to wander from her normal salmon order tonight and try ravioli with a light white wine cheese sauce and pears. The suggested choice of a small-vineyard white wine from France was well-paired with the mild flavors of the dish. All-in-all, despite coming to Cassariano for many years, this particular combination of food and wines was the best we could remember enjoying in Florida and certainly represents preparation and service that deserves a "Bravo!" Maybe two "Bravos." Venice is lucky to have Cassariano, and everyone who calls Venice home is especially thankful this time of year that the restaurant was spared significant hurricane damage. Many thanks to George, Ivan, and the kitchen staff for the memorable birthday celebration and evening that you made for us. P. S. Make sure to order some of their limoncello to finish--
   

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   Joseph

   Tampa

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We absolutely love this place. The chef is very talented and skilled. Their soup, we've had several different soups there and they are always outstanding. Tonight I had the seafood stew and everything was cooked to perfection. My wife also enjoyed her veal raviolis. Definitely one of the best Italian restaurants in Venice
   

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   Philip

   Atlantic City

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   We had 6 family members eating dinner 5 of 6 meals were good mine the Pollo Scamorza e Pomodoro was not so good I think instead of putting a couple of layers of chicken they put an extra layer of tomatoes which in turn had no taste . I wouldn’t be writing this review if the manager who I approached totally ignored me and kept looking at his phone while I was explaining my not so good meal. The Manager needs a class in Customer Service . Casssarino Italian Restaurant is a favorite of ours & we will go back even though the Manger is not Customer Service friendly. We had dinner there on 11/26/25 at 4:45. Sincerely Phil
   

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   Lynne

   Tampa

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Cassariano's is my favorite restaurant for many reasons. First the food is always amazing...it looks spectacular, and tastes as even better than it looks! The staff is always attentive and does their best to make sure your dining experience is perfect. As an added bonus, on Sunday evenings there is a jazz band that truly is the finishing touch for a delightful experience!
   

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   Jay

   Tampa

   11 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   We were seated where we had requested upon arrival. The food was great as always and the service great. Ivan always takes care of your request if possible. .
   

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   Scott

   Detroit

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Highly recommend Cassariano for a beautiful dinner for two, date night or any special occasion. I rarely write reviews but this place was perfect in every way. The setting is great, the city streets all done up for Christmas. Food 100%, drinks 100% and service (Emil) 150%. We will be back soon.
   

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   larry

   Naples

   12 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   always wonderful food.appetizers and salads are first rate. homemade pasta dishes are prepared and presented with care and artistic flare. entrees including chicken and rack of lamb never disappoint
   

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   Carole

   Greater Boston

   40 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   40 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our food and service were excellent! Emile was a great server, aimed to please. Beautiful table. Very nice night.
   

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   Jakki

   New York City

   34 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   34 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great lunch! The lamb burger is amazing. Spinach salad with added grilled chicken is a delight.
   

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    Leslie H

    Tampa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    Loved the jazz band! Sitting outside and it was fortunately the perfect temperature. Food was quite good, but a little pricey. Didn’t go inside but it looked to have plenty of ambience! Waitress was very good.
    

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