Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Tampa / Central Florida West
  4. Sarasota / Bradenton
  5. Rotonda
Apulia Osteria Italiana, Placida, FL

Apulia Osteria Italiana

4.9
4.9
330 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 11 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
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......

Order delivery or takeout

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

View menu on restaurant's website

What 330 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Best Overall

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Best Value

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Child-friendly

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Romantic

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Good for special occasions

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Italian

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Overall

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Food

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Value

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Child-friendly

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for fine wines

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Romantic

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Good for special occasions

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Apulia Osteria Italiana is a "neighborhood gem" offering authentic Italian cuisine crafted by "genius" Chef Dario. The restaurant boasts "fantastic" food and a welcoming atmosphere, with attentive servers like Ann and Michael ensuring a delightful dining experience. The early bird dinner is a "great value" with generous portions.

330 Reviews

  1. dina

    Southwest Florida

    66 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience at apulia, as always great food,great atmosphere,great people,the osso bucco,is totally recommended,very delicious, comes with a saffron risotto, you will never have a bad meal here food is always great, Chef Dario always serves the best!

    Is this helpful?

  2. Donna

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic! Best Caesar salad ever! Great service from Annie too. And the pork milanaise- OMG good.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Mark

    Indiana

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    No words can describe how good the food is at Apulia. We were fortunate enough to be there on Lazagna night. Definitely the most delicious and authentic I’ve ever had. Everything made from scratch and it shows.

    Is this helpful?

  4. dina

    Southwest Florida

    66 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing like always!!! Chef Dario always serves up the best authentic Italian cuisine, I had the grilled swordfish was very delicious! My husband had a chef special which consist of linguine with crab meat and broccoli rabe with a light tomato sauce, the shrimp salad is an absolute must try! Our server Michael was very attentive, and very friendly, everyone is welcoming ! Must visit this neighborhood gem!!!

    Is this helpful?

  5. Pamela

    Cancun

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience @ Apulia Osteria was fabulous! They have nice, quiet booths (our choice) a small bar area and a couple other choices. Our server, Kim was very attentive. She really knew the menu and gave wonderful recommendations! We got the meatball appetizer, I had the red snapper “special” and my hubby had linguine and clams in a light wine sauce. Everything was spot on! We will definitely return!

    Is this helpful?

  6. Jennifer

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I am so happy I found this place. Best authentic Italian I’ve found in southwest Florida. (May be the best in all of Florida, but I can only speak to my experience which is limited to the southwest). I had the chicken Marsala, mashed potatoes and green beans with crème brûlée for dessert. Each item was absolutely delicious and the presentation was beautiful. Each little detail and ingredient incorporated wad truly appreciated and enjoyed. I am definitely coming back, and looking forward to it!!!!

    Is this helpful?

  7. dina

    Southwest Florida

    66 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was very delicious, our server Ann was very attentive and made sure everything was perfect we had pollo ai fungi very good the best!!! We also had shrimp salad and chef special linguine with shrimp and crab meat, all very delicious!! I recommend this place if you’re looking for authentic Italian cuisine this is it!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Rachel

    Southwest Florida

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have such an amazing experience every time we dine at Apulia. Dario and his staff always make us feel welcome and like family

    Is this helpful?

  9. dinal

    Southwest Florida

    66 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on 23 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great!! The food is very high quality and delicious!!! Kimberly was very attentive, made sure we had everything we needed, chef Dario is great at what he does, food is always fresh and great tasting!!!!I recommend this place must try!

    Is this helpful?

  10. Mark

    Indiana

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 19 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing!!!!! Chef Dario is a genius. We will go back time and time again. This is our favorite restaurant in Southwest Florida

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

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

Apulia Osteria Italiana is rated 4.9 stars by 330 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 11 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
Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Delight more diners
  • Restaurant Blog
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable International Ltd. Alphabeta Building, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo