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Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano, Sarasota, FL

Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano

4.8
4.8
3643 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 76 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
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.
  • Neighbourhood
    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, Takeout

What 3,643 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano is a beloved spot in Sarasota, praised for its "authentic and delicious Italian food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "great atmosphere" and "fantastic dining experience," highlighting their "excellent wine list" and "delicious pasta." It's a "favorite Italian restaurant" for many, promising a delightful culinary journey.

3,643 Reviews
  1. William

    Naples

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my favorite restaurant in Sarasota. I'm from Southern New Jersey and have been here 8 years. My family loves this restaurant too. Great food and atmosphere. The waiters and waitresses are always at their best. The prices are well worth the exceptional food.

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  2. Jane

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had wonderful dinner last night and would definitely go back again, however we live in Norwalk CT and were in Sarasota for only a few days.

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  3. Jim

    VIP

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Mediterraneo, our favorite Sarasota restaurant.

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  4. Craig

    VIP

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    They appeared to be overbooked as many people were waiting for a table. It was a cold evening so the outdoor curtains were up; thus, the noise level was higher than normal. Food was outstanding as usual

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  5. James

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and downtown Sarasota environment . We sat in the bar area and enjoyed the meatball antipasti and an excellent spinach and ricotta pizza prepared by the Bruno, the longtime Pizza chef behind the bar at the open wood oven.

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  6. Joseph

    VIP

    Chicago

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent mix of classic Italian along with fresh seafood. Our food and our service were great.

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  7. Chuck

    Washington DC

    77 reviews

    5.0

    77 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been regulars at the Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano and the food is absolutely delicious, authentic, and the service is top notch! Their wine list has plenty of options and we have many favorites. If you are looking for great Italian food when in Sarasota, please check them out! You'll be glad you did!!

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  8. Judi

    Palm Springs

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall the food was very good, but some of the items were really bland, like the soup. The fresh pasta was not tender, and was flavorless.

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  9. Gregory

    VIP

    Kansas City

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely server wonderful wine and exceptional food looking forward to returning

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  10. Jay

    VIP

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a very nice business lunch with friends. Only minor issue was not enough dressing for chicken caesar salad, but the server brought some promptly.

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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 3643 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 p.m.
Booked 76 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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, Takeout
  • Phone number
    (941) 365-4122
  • Private party facilities
    "Rossa" Room is available for private events. Contact us for more information.
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