Pietro's Italian Restaurant

Name: Pietro's Italian Restaurant
Address: 3809 South Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL, United States, 34239
Telephone: (941) 554-8395
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9

692 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Feb 25, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 13 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem

Italian Restaurant& wine bar in Sarasota. Where you are a stranger only once.
His philosophy served him well with his previous Sarasota businesses. Café Gabbiano located on Siesta Key was originated by the Migliaccio family in 2003 where is four sons grew in and out of the restaurant business.
A second venture in downtown Sarasota was opened and designed by Pietro in 2012 named Casantica, a small old house converted to a quaint homey restaurant. Both restaurants are now under new ownership.
Now, this small intimate place is where I can have fun serving and meeting new friends. Benvenuti.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(941) 554-8395
Website
https://pietrositalianrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Pietro Migliaccio
Private party facilities
We are available for private parties and or luncheons. Please call the Restaurant and speak directly to the owners

Location
3809 South Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239
Neighbourhood
Sarasota
Cross Street
200 yards North on Tuttle from Bee Ridge Road and Tuttle Intersection
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Insalata di SpinaciUS$12.95
Fresh baby spinach with a lemon virgin olive oil dressing
Classico CesareUS$12.95
A classic favorite, broken romaine lettuce with our homemade caesar dressing
Insalata MistaUS$12.95
Mixed green salad tomato, onion, carrot with your choice of dressing
Deep Green Organic ArugulaUS$12.95
Fresh arugula, cherry tomato topped with shaved parmigiana in our olive oil dressing

Pasta e Legumi

All Pasta dishes are served Alla Carte

Pappardelle CampagnolaUS$28.95
Homemade pappardelle pasta with wild mixed mushrooms with a touch of panna
Linguine Vongole (White or Red Sauce)US$36.95
Linguine pasta with fresh clams on the shells garlic parsley spices with extra virgin olive oil
Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$26.95
Spaghetti in a cream sauce with sauteed pancetta, eggs and a touch of panna
Lasagna Marinara US$26.95
Fresh layered pasta with ricotta, mozzarella, parmigiana smothered in our fresh tomato sauce
Melanzane Parmigiana VegetarianUS$26.95
Layered sliced lightly dipped fried eggplant, mozzarella, parmigiana cheese, fresh tomato
Ravioli CrustaceanUS$34.95
Fresh Ravioli stuffed with lobster served in a vodka pink cream sauce

Pesce

Al main courses are served with a side of pasta Marinara or today's specially prepared vegetable

Gamberoni Fra DiavolaUS$36.95
wild shrimp sauteed in a spicy light virgin olive oil, fresh spices and fresh tomato
Filet of Flounder FranceseUS$34.95
Fillet dipped in an egg batter sauteed in a white wine lemon butter sauce
Salmone di PietroUS$36.95
Grilled wild caught salmon sautéed in onion, fresh tomato, white wine, virgin olive oil, spices
Pesce del Giorno
Fresh catch of the day please inquire with your server
- Market Price

Special Menu Options

Gluten Free pasta and Almond flour is available upon request for special dietary accommodations

Zuppa di GiornoUS$14.95
Large bowl Freshly made soup of the day
Spaghetti MarinaraUS$24.95
Gluten free pasta smothered in our fresh made marinara sauce
Vegan Crostini MistaUS$13.95
Small toast with hummus base and mixed vegetable based toppings
Spaghetti Aglio Olio con Spinach or Broccoli RabeUS$28.95
Gluten free pasta tossed with sautéed spinach or broccoli rabe and spiced to perfection with fresh hot red pepper

Chicken

Chicken FranceseUS$32.95
lightly ounded delicately sauteed in butter white wine sauce
Chicken ScarpriellaUS$34.95
Chicken on the bone sauteed in a spicy red saouce
Chicken CacciatoreUS$34.95
Chicken on the bone in a light red sauce
Chicken Mamma LuciaUS$36.95
Specialty dish with chicken filets with light marsala tstes , mushrooms , extravirgin Oil

Veal

16 ounce Veal Chop over mushroom creamy rissottoUS$61.95
Veal Mamma Lucia our Specialty dishUS$38.95
veal thinly sliced pounded topped with a slice of eggplant , mushroom, pancettaand light marsala sauce
Veal PiccataUS$39.00
thin veal medallions butchered by our chef/owner in a white wine butter capers sauce

What 692 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tampa / Central Florida West
Best Overall
Tampa / Central Florida West
Best Ambience
Tampa / Central Florida West
Italian
Sarasota / Bradenton
Best Overall
Sarasota / Bradenton
Best Food
Sarasota / Bradenton
Best Service
Sarasota / Bradenton
Best Ambience
Sarasota / Bradenton
Great for fine wines
Sarasota / Bradenton
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pietro's Italian Restaurant delights with its "authentic Italian food" and a warm, family-like atmosphere. Chef-owner Pietro brings a "real taste of Italy" with dishes like veal parm and signature Mama Lucia veal. The "exceptional staff" and "cozy ambiance" make it a "must-go" for Sarasota dining enthusiasts.

694 Reviews

K
Kristine
VIP
Alabama
56 reviews
5.0
56 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hands down, this is the best restaurant in Sarasota. My husband loves authentic Italian cuisine over any and finds Pietro’s his favorite one (and there are soooo many to choose from in SRQ). Their new location is somehow more charming than the previous. When you arrive you feel as though you’ve just walked in to your dear friend’s family home, it’s a cozy feel good atmosphere. Everyone there is welcoming not to mention busy! The food is incredible. Crisp lettuces, crunchy perfectly ripe tomatoes, the olive oil and balsamic with the bread service is so delicious you could drink it. I’ve had the grouper entree and a lobster special that were both perfect. I absolutely love this spot and highly recommend it.
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Stephen
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a hidden gem! Pricey, but great food and service. Feels like you’re at a big Italian family reunion.
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Dawn
VIP
Greater Boston
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always delicious. Tonight we had the halibut special and it perfectly prepared! Thank you!
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Chris
VIP
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hidden gem. Delicious food, great service, upscale but reasonable priced.
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R
Ronald
VIP
Tampa
68 reviews
5.0
68 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A real taste of Italy with wines made and bottled in Italy by chef owner Peter. I enjoyed the biggest and best Veal Parm I have ever eaten. The staff is warm and welcoming. I can't wait to return.
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Tom
VIP
Tampa
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I have followed the family that owns Pietro’s for 30 years and have never had a bad experience. They always remember you like family
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Lori
VIP
New York City
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed our experience in the food was so delicious. We love the ambience because it reminded us very intimate places that we have been in New York City and we just totally enjoyed our entire night with our family.
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Katherine
VIP
New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and friendly owners and staff. Truly enjoyable!
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D
Daniel
VIP
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful Evening! Everything was perfect from the food to Pietro and his lovely wife Susan.
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J
Jennifer
Washington DC
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food but exceptional staff!!! Love them and love this place!
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FAQs

Pietro's Italian Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 554-8395.

Pietro's Italian Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 692 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 25, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Pietro's Italian Restaurant

3809 South Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239

Additional information

Cross Street
200 yards North on Tuttle from Bee Ridge Road and Tuttle Intersection
Neighbourhood
Sarasota
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Pietro Migliaccio
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://pietrositalianrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(941) 554-8395
Private party facilities
We are available for private parties and or luncheons. Please call the Restaurant and speak directly to the owners

Pietro's Italian Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Veal Piccata

Lasagna Marinara

Spaghetti Carbonara

Insalata

Insalata di SpinaciUS$12.95

Classico CesareUS$12.95

Insalata MistaUS$12.95

Deep Green Organic ArugulaUS$12.95

Pasta e Legumi

Pappardelle CampagnolaUS$28.95

Linguine Vongole (White or Red Sauce)US$36.95

Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$26.95

Lasagna Marinara US$26.95

Melanzane Parmigiana VegetarianUS$26.95

Ravioli CrustaceanUS$34.95

Pesce

Gamberoni Fra DiavolaUS$36.95

Filet of Flounder FranceseUS$34.95

Salmone di PietroUS$36.95

Pesce del Giorno

Special Menu Options

Zuppa di GiornoUS$14.95

Spaghetti MarinaraUS$24.95

Vegan Crostini MistaUS$13.95

Spaghetti Aglio Olio con Spinach or Broccoli RabeUS$28.95

Chicken

Chicken FranceseUS$32.95

Chicken ScarpriellaUS$34.95

Chicken CacciatoreUS$34.95

Chicken Mamma LuciaUS$36.95

Veal

16 ounce Veal Chop over mushroom creamy rissottoUS$61.95

Veal Mamma Lucia our Specialty dishUS$38.95

Veal PiccataUS$39.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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