Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

4.5

1161 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

17 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Neighbourhood gem
Lively

For parties of 13 or more please call the restaurant.

*Weather may interfere with your reservation, we will do our best to accommodate you.*

Out of passion, tradition, hard work and integrity, Bavaro’s opened its doors in March 2009 as the first traditional Neapolitan Pizzeria in the state of Florida. Determined to share their family recipes with the world, Dan Bavaro, his wife Anna-Maria, and their five beautiful children packed their U-Haul, left their friends and family, drove from New Jersey to Tampa, and set out to provide for others the same love, energy, and authenticity that they experience around their own dinner table.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri 16:00–22:00 Sat 14:00–22:00 Sun 14:00–21:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00
Phone number
(941) 552-9131
Website
http://bavarospizza.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our private dining options, perfect for any occasion. The restaurant has 3 different spaces to fit all your needs. Need more than 1 space? Rent out the whole restaurant!
Private party contact
Jon Fritz: (941) 552-9131

Location
27 Fletcher Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
Area
Sarasota
Cross Street
Main Street & Fletcher; Fruitville Rd
Parking details
FREE parking available in the lot directly next to the restaurant. Street parking and public lot available as well as handicap parking in the rear of the building.
Public transit
Fletcher Ave. is one block east of 301. Cross Streets are Fruitville and Main St..Heading East on Main Street pass 301 and make a left onto Fletcher Ave. The restaurant is on the left. Heading East on Fruitville, cross main street and make a right at the Chase bank onto Fletcher Ave. Restaurant is on the right.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Garlic BreadUS$13.00
Wood-fired dough, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, oregano, parmigiano reggiano
- Sub Pomodoro SauceUS$0.00
- Sub Pesto SauceUS$2.00
- Sub Arrabbiata SauceUS$2.00
- Sub Crema SauceUS$2.00
- Sub Vodka SauceUS$2.00
- Sub Bolognese SauceUS$4.00
- Sub Pink SauceUS$0.00
Angela's Ricotta MeatballsUS$14.00
3 pieces. Beef, pork, pancetta, ricotta, house made bread, pomodoro sauce
Heirloom BruschettaUS$12.00
4 pieces. Crostini, whipped ricotta, heirloom cherry tomatoes, basil
Wood-Fired BroccoliniUS$13.00
Crumbled crispy prosciutto, Parmigiano Reggiano, EVOO, sea salt, lemon zest
Calabrian Wood-Fired WingsUS$19.00
8 pieces. Hot honey garlic Parmesan oven roasted chicken wings with pistachio gremolata
- Well DoneUS$0.00
Charcuterie BoardUS$23.00
Bread BasketUS$6.00
- RegularUS$0.00
- ToastedUS$0.00

Lighter Fare (Sarasota)

VerdeUS$14.00
Baby arugula, heirloom cherry tomato, parmigiano reggiano, lemon, olive oil
Verde (Half)US$11.00
Baby arugula, heirloom cherry tomato, parmigiano reggiano, lemon, olive oil
Classic CaesarUS$13.00
Romaine, crostini, parmigiano reggiano, homemade Caesar dressing
Classic Caesar (Half)US$10.00
Romaine, crostini, parmigiano reggiano, homemade Caesar dressing
Stracciatella CapreseUS$16.00
Marinated heirloom tomato, basil, EVOO, balsamic, pesto, pink peppercorn, crostini
Italian Chopped SaladUS$18.00
Romaine, red onion, heirloom cherry tomato, olives, soppressata, chicken, Parmigiano Reggiano, provolone, and champagne vinaigrette
- Add Dressing on SideUS$2.00

Pizza Napoletana (Sarasota)

Margherita PizzaUS$18.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, parmigiano reggiano, basil, EVOO
Americano PizzaUS$19.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, pepperoni
Diavola PizzaUS$19.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, fire roasted peppers, spicy fennel sausage, basil, calabrian chilis
Tre - Carne PizzaUS$20.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, spicy fennel sausage, spicy soppressata, speck, evoo
Wild Funghi PizzaUS$19.00
Baby Bella, portobello, and oyster mushrooms, garlic confit, leek, garlic thyme infused evoo. Red or white pie
- Red PieUS$0.00
- White PieUS$0.00
Burrata PizzaUS$20.00
Stracciatella, cherry tomato, arugula, parmigiano reggiano, evoo
Whipped Limoncello PizzaUS$18.00
Whipped limoncello ricotta, basil, garlic thyme infused evoo, crumbled prosciutto di parma, homemade calabrian honey, fried thyme

Pastaria (Sarasota)

Penne Alla VodkaUS$20.00
Contains pork. Bavaro's famous vodka sauce served with imported penne
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
- Add Pomodoro on SideUS$2.00
- Add Bolognese on SideUS$4.00
- Add Vodka on SideUS$4.00
- Add Crema On SideUS$2.00
Tagliatelle BologneseUS$23.00
fresh tagliatelle with house-made bolognese sauce
- 50/50 Tag (Spicy Meat)US$4.00
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
- Add Pomodoro on SideUS$2.00
- Add Bolognese on SideUS$4.00
- Add Vodka on SideUS$4.00
- Add Crema On SideUS$2.00
SpaghettiUS$23.00
Fresh spaghetti, two beef & pork meatballs, pomodoro sauce, basil oil
- No MeatballUS$0.00
- Sub SausageUS$0.00
- Sub ChickenUS$0.00
- Sub ShrimpUS$5.00
- Sub BroccoliniUS$8.00
- Sub Vodka SauceUS$2.00
- Sub Crema SauceUS$2.00
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
- Add Pomodoro on SideUS$2.00
- Add Bolognese on SideUS$4.00
- Add Vodka on SideUS$4.00
- Add Crema On SideUS$2.00
Rigatoni Al FunghiUS$26.00
Rigatoni, chicken, cremini, portobello, and oyster mushrooms, sundried tomato, crema, truffle oil, fried basil
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
- Add Pomodoro on SideUS$2.00
- Add Bolognese on SideUS$4.00
- Add Vodka on SideUS$4.00
- Add Crema On SideUS$2.00
- Sub ShrimpUS$1.00
- Sub SausageUS$0.00
Ravioli Al FormaggioUS$25.00
10 pieces. Fresh pasta filled with mozzarella, parmigiano reggiano, and ricotta cheese served in bavaro's famous vodka sauce
- Sub Pomodoro SauceUS$0.00
- Sub Pink SauceUS$0.00
- Sub Vodka SauceUS$2.00
- Sub Pesto SauceUS$2.00
- Sub Arrabbiata SauceUS$2.00
- Sub Crema SauceUS$2.00
- Sub Bolognese SauceUS$4.00
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
- Add Pomodoro on SideUS$2.00
- Add Bolognese on SideUS$4.00
- Add Vodka on SideUS$4.00
- Add Crema On SideUS$2.00
Mike's Seafood PastaUS$32.00
Fresh tagliatelle, middleneck clams, pinot grigio, Calabrian chili, basil oil
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
- Add Pomodoro on SideUS$2.00
- Add Bolognese on SideUS$4.00
- Add Vodka on SideUS$4.00
- Add Crema On SideUS$2.00
Pasta BavaroUS$16.00
Pick your choice of pasta and sauce
- PenneUS$0.00
- SpaghettiUS$0.00
- RigatoniUS$0.00
- Ravioli FormaggioUS$2.00
- Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub Pomodoro SauceUS$0.00
- Sub Pesto SauceUS$2.00
- Sub Arrabbiata SauceUS$2.00
- Sub Crema SauceUS$2.00
- Sub Vodka SauceUS$2.00
- Sub Bolognese SauceUS$4.00
- Sub Pink SauceUS$0.00
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
- Add Pomodoro on SideUS$2.00
- Add Bolognese on SideUS$4.00
- Add Vodka on SideUS$4.00
- Add Crema On SideUS$2.00
Side of SauceUS$0.00
select a 4 oz portion of your favorite Bavaro's homemade sauce
- Sub RigatoniUS$0.00
- Sub TagliatelleUS$0.00
- Sub PenneUS$0.00
- SpaghettiUS$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free PenneUS$4.00
- Sub Ravioli FormaggioUS$4.00
- Add Pomodoro on SideUS$2.00
- Add Bolognese on SideUS$4.00
- Add Vodka on SideUS$4.00
- Add Crema On SideUS$2.00

Dolce

1 Piece CannoliUS$4.00
Homemade cannoli shell, sweet ricotta filling, powdered sugar
3 Pieces CannoliUS$11.00
Homemade cannoli shell, sweet ricotta filling, powdered sugar
- All PlainUS$0.00
- All 3 PistachioUS$3.00
- All 3 Chocolate ChipsUS$3.00
- 1 Pistachio, 1 Chocolate Chips, 1 PlainUS$2.00
- 2 Pistachio, 1 Chocolate ChipsUS$3.00
- 2 Pistachio, 1 PlainUS$2.00
- 2 Chocolate Chips, 1 PistachioUS$2.00
- 2 Chocolate Chips, 1 PlainUS$2.00
- 2 Plain, 1 PistachioUS$1.00
- 2 Plain, 1 Chocolate ChipsUS$1.00
TiramisuUS$11.00
Espresso, lady fingers, mascarpone cream, Ghirardelli cocoa powder
Nutella PizzaUS$11.00
Wood-fired dough, nutella spread, powdered sugar

What 1,161 people are saying

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota offers a delightful dining experience with "absolutely the best Pizza Napolitana," wood-fired to perfection. The "knowledgeable staff" and charming ambiance complement the authentic Italian cuisine. While the lively atmosphere and live music add vibrancy, some guests find it "noisy" and service occasionally "rushed." Overall, it remains a "hidden gem" for pizza lovers and Italian food enthusiasts.

1,161 Reviews

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Marc VIP
Fort Lauderdale24 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and wine was fabulous! Great service &/good live music as well.
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John
Milwaukee3 reviews
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Unfortunately this was not a good meal this time at Bavarros. Pasta was overcooked in one dish, pizza came out with wrong toppings on another, and one dish was forgotten all together and was finally brought out after the other four in the party had eaten. Waitress disappeared for long stretches. If it wasn’t for another server coming to check on us we would have had barely any attention at all.
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joseph VIP
Chicago4 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We have gone to Bavaro’s many times before tonight. After we ordered we asked the server if we can get some bread, which was always given without asking. The server looked puzzled by our request but eventually gave use five small pieces of bread on a plate. When I received the check there was a $6 charge for the bread. It wouldn’t have bothered me if the server explained that there would be a charge but he didn’t. It was very sad to be taken advantage of by the staff. By the way…the bread wasn’t worth half that price.
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Sally VIP
Southwest Florida36 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hurry over to Bavaro's Pizza Napolitana in Sarasota for the best and most delicious wood-fired pizza you will find. In addition to the best pizza,the unique offerings on their menu are absolutely delicious, all prepared to order & served with care by the wonderful staff. Be sure to save room for dessert as they make their own cannolis in-house (even the shells), tiramisu and more. Suggest to book a reservation on weekends where they also have live music on the patio. It's a dining experience you'll want to repeat; we go every Friday night and no place else compares. Mangia & enjoy.
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Myra
Miami27 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We order pizza napolitana it was under cooked and the sauce was running, the risotto with scallops was not that great, the arugula salad need it more dressing , we asked for more and they charged $2.00 for it. This place is not that good for the price
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston2 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was excellent. Service was friendly but slow or non-existent. We were the only ones sitting inside (outside had a large party and other tables) and it still took 5 minutes to be greeted. Lots of staff were walking around. It was 5:30pm. Bartender finally came over and took our order. Food was was dropped off by a server. Empty drinks and no offers to refill as nobody stopped to check on us. Staff was everywhere. We moved our plates to the edge of the table so they knew we were done and waited patiently for someone to come back and bring the check. Food was so good that we will definitely give it another chance.
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Shannon VIP
Tampa29 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Always consistent and phenomenal. Their pizza is the best in Florida. Highly recommend
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Frank
Southwest Florida24 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our favorite places to dine, food and service and always great and we love the outdoor dining
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Robin
New York City21 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food is always terrific along with service. We drive a bit to get to, but worth it. Wish they were closer.
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Boyd VIP
Tampa22 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was served hot and fresh excellent flavors..friend order fettuccine Alfredo , not on the menu and they made it special for him. Other pastas and limoncello pizza excellent. Live music advertised at 6 pm but no show. Always bring new people here.
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FAQs

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 552-9131.

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota is rated 4.5 stars by 1161 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

17 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 32 times today

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Google Map for Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

27 Fletcher Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Main Street & Fletcher; Fruitville Rd
Area
Sarasota
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri 16:00–22:00 Sat 14:00–22:00 Sun 14:00–21:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
FREE parking available in the lot directly next to the restaurant. Street parking and public lot available as well as handicap parking in the rear of the building.
Public transit
Fletcher Ave. is one block east of 301. Cross Streets are Fruitville and Main St..Heading East on Main Street pass 301 and make a left onto Fletcher Ave. The restaurant is on the left. Heading East on Fruitville, cross main street and make a right at the Chase bank onto Fletcher Ave. Restaurant is on the right.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://bavarospizza.com/
Phone number
(941) 552-9131
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our private dining options, perfect for any occasion. The restaurant has 3 different spaces to fit all your needs. Need more than 1 space? Rent out the whole restaurant!
Private party contact
Jon Fritz: (941) 552-9131

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Margherita Pizza

Meats

Burrata Pizza

Antipasti (Sarasota)

Garlic BreadUS$13.00

Angela's Ricotta MeatballsUS$14.00

Heirloom BruschettaUS$12.00

Wood-Fired BroccoliniUS$13.00

Calabrian Wood-Fired WingsUS$19.00

Charcuterie BoardUS$23.00

Bread BasketUS$6.00

Lighter Fare (Sarasota)

VerdeUS$14.00

Verde (Half)US$11.00

Classic CaesarUS$13.00

Classic Caesar (Half)US$10.00

Stracciatella CapreseUS$16.00

Italian Chopped SaladUS$18.00

Pizza Napoletana (Sarasota)

Margherita PizzaUS$18.00

Americano PizzaUS$19.00

Diavola PizzaUS$19.00

Tre - Carne PizzaUS$20.00

Wild Funghi PizzaUS$19.00

Burrata PizzaUS$20.00

Whipped Limoncello PizzaUS$18.00

Pastaria (Sarasota)

Penne Alla VodkaUS$20.00

Tagliatelle BologneseUS$23.00

SpaghettiUS$23.00

Rigatoni Al FunghiUS$26.00

Ravioli Al FormaggioUS$25.00

Mike's Seafood PastaUS$32.00

Pasta BavaroUS$16.00

Side of SauceUS$0.00

Dolce

1 Piece CannoliUS$4.00

3 Pieces CannoliUS$11.00

TiramisuUS$11.00

Nutella PizzaUS$11.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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