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Apulia Osteria Italiana, Placida, FL

Apulia Osteria Italiana

4.8
4.8
352 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
Apulia Osteria Italiana is located in Placida, Florida just a few miles away from the beautiful Island of Boca Grande and Manasota key just 20 minutes from Port Charlotte and Venice.
The warm hospitality and the professionalism you will receive at Apulia will make you feel welcome throuout your entire visit. Chef Dario Leo along with his staff will make sure you will be delighted with superb food and great service.
You will enjoy dishes from his native region " Apulia" also called "The hill of the boot", specialties such as Orecchiette with Rapini, Fritto misto di Paranza ( seafood) , Burrata, Baked Snapper, Beef Braciole, Pasticciotto Leccese and so many other dishes from all over Italy such as Ossobuco, Risotti, Gnocchi, Branzino, Ravioli, Tiramisu, Gelati and so much more......

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (941) 688-2183
  • Website
    http://www.apuliaosteria.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Dario Leo
  • Private party facilities
    restaurant available for private event. Fees applies.
  • Location
    8501 Placida Rd #15, Placida, FL 33946
  • Area
    Rotonda
  • Cross Street
    Placida Road
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 352 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Italian

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Overall

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Food

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for fine wines

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Apulia Osteria Italiana offers an exceptional dining experience with "authentic Italian cuisine" crafted by Chef Dario. Guests rave about the "delicious food," from osso buco to linguine and clams. The "attentive service" from knowledgeable staff enhances the cozy atmosphere. Patrons consistently describe it as a "neighborhood gem," making it a must-visit.

352 Reviews

  1. dina

    VIP

    Southwest Florida

    69 reviews

    5.0

    69 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner at apulia, the Halibut was a special for the day it was very delicious, and the Salmon with prosciutto, is always delicious,Jill was attentive very good service, I recommend this restaurant if you’re looking for amazing Italian cuisine.

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  2. Jan

    VIP

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was just OK. Service was good. Don’t think we will be back.

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  3. Rose

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fresh ingredients and great combinations. Love the food and service!

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  4. DEBORAH

    VIP

    Southwest Florida

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great . We went to see Billy Frederick’s and he was playing for a private party so we couldn’t hear him. Hope they invite him back we love Billy. Waiter was excellent. Food was great. Chocolate martinis were awesome!!

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  5. Brenda

    Pittsburgh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous restaurant! Good service, great food! Really enjoyed!

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  6. Lisa

    VIP

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dining experience, The osso buca was delicious.

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  7. Steven

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always a wonderful dining experience!! Food , awesome, service wonderful!!

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  8. April

    VIP

    Chicago

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent authentic Italian food by an owner/chef born in Italy.

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  9. Kim

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our food and service last night for New Year’s Eve was fantastic! We were here last year for Christmas Eve too and it was delicious then as well. Made us come back again.

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    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for New Years Eve dinner and was a little disappointed that I couldn’t order the filet without the sauce on top because of no substitutions for that night. I didn’t think asking for no sauce was a substitution. Ended up with the chicken Parmesan which was very good.

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FAQs

Apulia Osteria Italiana offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 688-2183.

Apulia Osteria Italiana is rated 4.8 stars by 352 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Apulia Osteria Italiana

8501 Placida Rd #15, Placida, FL 33946

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Placida Road
  • Area
    Rotonda
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dario Leo
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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