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Donatello, Tampa, FL

Donatello

4.7
4.7
3363 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
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7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Romantic
Welcome to Donatello, a fine dining restaurant serving authentic Italian cuisine since 1984.
Located close to the Tampa Airport, Raymond James Stadium, International Mall and convenient to I-275 and Downtown, Donatello features an award winning wine list to accompany traditional veal dishes like Osso Bucco, homemade pastas, fresh seafood, prime steaks, with decadent desserts, and live music 6 nights a week in our piano lounge and bar. Perfect for a romantic evening, large groups with private dining available, or celebrating a birthday or special occasion, Donatello's old world charm provides an unique dining experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Guido and Gino Tiozzo
  • Private party facilities
    Donatello offers private dining for any type of event, business or family. Perfect for presentation dinners, company holiday parties. Birthday parties, anniversary dinners, graduation parties or wedding receptions & rehearsal dinners.
  • Neighbourhood
    Tampa
  • Cross Street
    J.F. Kennedy Blvd
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking.
  • Public transit
    Bus 36 stops in front of the restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    Bar Lounge open Monday through Saturday at 5:00pm, and our entertainment begins around 7:00/7.30pm. Mrs. Kitty at the white baby grand, Majid Shabazz on the drums. Mrs. Kitty played on the same ticket with James Brown and Fats Domino and the pre-show for Dizzy Gillespie. Majid was on the same stage with Mahalia Jackson, Count Basie, Aretha Franklin. They play Tuesday – Friday.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,363 people are saying

Donatello reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa

    Romantic

  • Tampa

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Donatello is a Tampa classic known for its "fantastic food and service." Guests rave about the "authentic Italian ambiance" and "homemade pasta." The restaurant excels in creating memorable experiences for special occasions, with "attentive staff" ensuring every visit is exceptional. While prices are on the higher side, the quality justifies the cost.
3,363 Reviews
  1. Rich VIP

    Atlanta87 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal!! Straight out of old Italy nostalgia. From the white tablecloth, incredible character of the Mater D and stellar service of the servers. It is a must eat in Tampa! The food is equally as impressive! We had an incredible experience. They offer valet service and live music in the bar.

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  2. Angela

    Orlando5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    As one of the oldest and popular restaurants in Tampa I was surprised as how “mid” the experience was. The food tasted like it was microwaved entrees. Frozen calamari rings. Not impressed at all. The restaurant was busy for a Monday night so I assumed the food was going to be amazing. The furniture is dated. The interior definitely needs to be updated.

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  3. Chuck

    Tampa16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent. The food was delicious. Will come back again.

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  4. Mary Beth

    Tampa5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, service and ambiance were excellent. We had the smoked salmon appetizer, grouper entrée, and fettuccini special. It was all delicious! And they sang Happy Birthday to my husband in Italian. And the complimentary birthday desert cake was yummy!

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  5. terrance VIP

    Philadelphia18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We travel to Tampa for one week each year to see spring training and always dine several times when in town here. It is always subservient and classy. Love this place. Best in Tampa.

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  6. Veronica VIP

    Las Vegas29 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    I was disappointed in the service considering how long they have been in business. My husband and I had dinner to celebrate our 5th anniversary. We waited for a very long time for someone to come and see if we needed anything once we received our entrees. Typically at any other restaurant the server returns to see if we were satisfied with our food choice. Or to see if we needed anything else. Then once someone came to remove our plates after eating it took along time for someone to see if we needed desert. There was a server who came to the table, I asked him if he could get our server. I told the server that we were wondering where he was. He preceded to tell me he was busy. My husband is a business owner and we are aware of who you treat customers and it’s definitely not with excuses. Very disappointed and we will not be returning.

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  7. Susan VIP

    Tampa10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s my favorite Italian restaurant! Love cream sauces on my pasta and it always phenomenal! Pasta is fresh & delicate. The servers are wonderful and attentive and there’s nothing nicer than receiving a rose on your way out the door. It’s a romantic spot but perfect for any occasion they originally hailed from old town Alexandria and they’ve never faltered in the quality of their food attempt or the contentedness of their service. The BEST!!

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  8. Melissa VIP

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was my first time at this restaurant and it was fabulous! The only other time I had authentic fettuccine Alfredo like Donatello‘s was in New York City in little Italy. I can’t wait to come back!

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  9. Beth

    Tampa3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely wonderful evening! The food and service were both excellent!

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  10. Margot

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Above and beyond! Unbelievable. Everything is super delicious!

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FAQs

Donatello offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (813) 875-6660.

Donatello is rated 4.7 stars by 3363 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 38 times today
Google Map for Donatello

232 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33609

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    J.F. Kennedy Blvd
  • Neighbourhood
    Tampa
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking.
  • Public transit
    Bus 36 stops in front of the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Guido and Gino Tiozzo
  • Entertainment
    Bar Lounge open Monday through Saturday at 5:00pm, and our entertainment begins around 7:00/7.30pm. Mrs. Kitty at the white baby grand, Majid Shabazz on the drums. Mrs. Kitty played on the same ticket with James Brown and Fats Domino and the pre-show for Dizzy Gillespie. Majid was on the same stage with Mahalia Jackson, Count Basie, Aretha Franklin. They play Tuesday – Friday.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Donatello offers private dining for any type of event, business or family. Perfect for presentation dinners, company holiday parties. Birthday parties, anniversary dinners, graduation parties or wedding receptions & rehearsal dinners.
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