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Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano, Sarasota, FL

Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano

4.7
4.7
3697 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
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19:00
Booked 54 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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 11:30–14:30 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    "Rossa" Room is available for private events. Contact us for more information.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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 3,697 people are saying

Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mediterraneo Ristorante Italiano in Sarasota consistently delights with "outstanding fresh Italian food" and "exceptional service." Guests praise its "authentic, delicious dishes" and "welcoming atmosphere." The restaurant features a "superb wine list" and has been a community favorite for over two decades, promising a consistently "wonderful dining experience."
3,697 Reviews
  1. matt VIP

    Western NC16 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We’ve come here for years. This visit was ok. Mostly server issues, he bragged about his day stock trading but forgot to refill our waters and also forgot glass of wine we asked for. Food was good as usual…. Although the ambiance was quite loud. Maybe the loud spring breakers!

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  2. Robert VIP

    Fort Lauderdale17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Exceptional service and food offerings - would definitely return.

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  3. Nick

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our party of six were seated on time. Drinks came quickly as did the bread and olive oil and olives. Food was good except for the pizza which was very plain and tasteless. Overall I would come back it’s a good location close to the theater.

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  4. Robert VIP

    Chicago19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice restaurant with great food and service. Our waiter Salvatore was wonderful! We will be back!

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  5. Tim VIP

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a nice evening. One of not our favorite place.

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  6. Ken VIP

    Dallas133 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    highky recommend. professional and delicious Make a reservation

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  7. Bill

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been going here for over twenty years every time we visit Sarasota. Its quality has never wavered. Simply outstanding fresh Italian food not to be beaten anywhere in Sarasota.

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  8. Marilyn VIP

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mediterraneo is our “go to” place and it newer falls short. The service and food are always great. They make you feel welcome and appreciated. Our meals, the Bronzino and the veal scaloppine were excellent. We hope to return often.

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  9. Beth VIP

    Southwest Florida11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waiter was amazing! Food awesome! Made a birthday girl happy!!!

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  10. Chris

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service and food was excellent! Food brought us back to dinners we had in Italy. By far, the best Italian in the area. Staff was friendly, attentive and very knowledgeable.

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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 4.7 stars by 3697 OpenTable diners.

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

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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 11:30–14:30 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
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