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Cafe Amici, Sarasota, FL

Cafe Amici

4.8
4.8
991 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
Cafe Amici is a traditional Italian cuisine in Sarasota Fl, since 1996 we offer extensive menu you will enjoy dish from Puglia, Veneto, Tuscany and the Mediterranean shores. There is an eight seat bar with 20 wines by the glass, 300 bottle of wines from all over the world, wine vintage from 1964 thru 2022.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri–Sun 16:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (941) 951-6896
  • Website
    http://www.cafeamicisarasota.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Achille Nigri
  • Catering
    We can arrange catering up to 100 people.
  • Private party facilities
    The private room can accommodate up to 50 people.
  • Location
    1371 main street, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Area
    Sarasota
  • Cross Street
    between Palm Av and Pineapple St on Main street
  • Parking details
    Parking garage situated behind Cafe Amici, valet service available, street parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • New Year A la carte Dinner Menu

    Multiple dates available
    Join us to celebrate the New Year at Cafe Amici! We are offering an A la carte menu with all of our favorites from the year.

Menu

Ask Our Staff about our Daily Specials!

Antipasti

  • Beef Carpaccio

    paper thin beef sprinkled evo, shaved parmigiano & capers

    • Antipasto Rustico for Two

      assorted Italian meats and cheeses

      • Meatball Ricotta Salata

        polpette, grated salted ricotta cheese, pomodoro & basilico

        • Prosciutto di Parma with Marinated Artichoke

          stem artichoke, tomatoes, & parma prosciutto

          • Bruschetta al Pomodoro

            traditional apulian bruschette topped with fresh tomatoes, & basil

            • White Anchovies

              marinated white anchovies served on a bed of arugula

              • Fried Calamari & Shrimp

                served with a spicy marinara sauce

                • Sauteed Clams

                  littleneck clams with evo & garlic

                  • Octopus Carpaccio

                    sliced thin octopus, evoo, a drizzle of freshly squeezed lemon

                    Insalate

                    • Classic Caesar Salad

                      • Mozzarella al Verde

                        tomatoes, fresh homemade mozzarella & basil

                        • Spinach & Gorgonzola

                          organic spinach topped with gorgonzola, olives & tomatoes

                          • Arugula & Parmigiano

                            Organic arugula topped with parmigiano and tomatoes

                            • Sauteed Spinach Oil & Garlic

                              • Marinated Cerignola Olives & Taralli

                                • Eggplant Rollatini

                                  rollatini of melanzane stuffed with ricotta & basil

                                  • Soup of the Day

                                    Secondi

                                    • Eggplant Parmigiana

                                      layer of eggplant, cheese, & tomatoes over spaghettini

                                      • Grilled Sausage

                                        homemade sausage (cervellata) with roasted peppers

                                        • Chicken Milanese with Arugula

                                          milanese-style paper thin chicken, topped with arugula & parmigiano

                                          • Braciole & Orecchiette

                                            beef rollatini stuffed with garlic & parmigiano, served with homemade orecchiette; Nonna Rita's original recipe, an authentic Puglia dish

                                            • Veal Amici

                                              house specialty veal served with pancetta, & a creamy mushroom sauce

                                              • 8oz Filet Mignon

                                                marinated & grilled, served with a green peppercorn sauce

                                                • Salmone and Artichoke

                                                  filet of salmon baked with artichokes, capers, olives, & tomatoes

                                                  • Beef Short Ribs and Polenta

                                                    slowly simmered beef short ribs, served over polenta

                                                    • Roasted Duck Confit

                                                      slowly cooked with caramelized onion

                                                      • Rack of Lamb

                                                        scottadito-style with rosemary & garlic

                                                        Pasta

                                                        Gluten Pasta Available upon Request

                                                        • Tortelloni alla Vodka

                                                          pasta filled with beef & veal, served with a vodka sauce & pancetta

                                                          • Penne al Pesto Genovese

                                                            sauteed with pesto di basilico & grilled chicken

                                                            • Linguine Clams

                                                              sauteed littleneck clams served with oil & garlic

                                                              • Spaghettini alla Carbonara

                                                                eggs, parmigiano, & pancetta

                                                                • Sacchetti alle Pere e Zafferano

                                                                  bag pasta stuffed with pear, cheese, & served in a saffron sauce

                                                                  • Linguine with Shrimp and Crab

                                                                    linguine with shrimp, crab, oil, garlic, & tomatoes

                                                                    • Rigatoni alla Norcina

                                                                      rigatoni with cream of truffle & sausage

                                                                      • Pappardelle Amici

                                                                        homemade fettuccine, chicken, & sun-dried tomatoes in a creamy sauce

                                                                        • Pappardelle Bolognese

                                                                          original "Mamma" recipe of meat sauce

                                                                          • Ravioli with Wild Mushroom

                                                                            cheese ravioli with a cream & wild mushroom sauce

                                                                            • Lasagna al Forno

                                                                              homemade pasta baked with cheese & topped with a Bolognese sauce

                                                                              • Gnocchi Caprese

                                                                                dumpling potato pasta served with tomato, basil, & mozzarella

                                                                                Last updated: 9 September 2024

                                                                                What 991 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
                                                                                • 4.7Service
                                                                                • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                • 4.5Value

                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                • Tampa / Central Florida West

                                                                                  Italian

                                                                                • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                                                  Great for fine wines

                                                                                • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                                                  Italian

                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                Cafe Amici delights with "authentic Italian" cuisine, "great service," and a "welcoming ambiance." Guests praise the "best lasagna," attentive staff, and unique cork ceiling decor. While some mention noise and slow service, the overall dining experience is consistently "amazing," making it a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike.

                                                                                991 Reviews

                                                                                1. eric

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  New York City

                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Unbelievable food quality and taste was superior to most restaurants in Sarasota. Nice extensive wine menu and good service makes this a hidden gem

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                                                                                2. H.W.

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Dinner at Cafe Amici was another wonderful experience. Living downtown, it is one of our favorites. The menu is wonderful, with a broad selection. I had the eggplant rotini for an appetizer and for my entree the Osso Bucco. Both were excellent. My companion had the shrimp & crab with pasts which she thoroughly enjoyed. The service is excellent and the food presented well and with good portions. Cafe Amici, has been a mainstay on Main Street for decades and our experience proves they will continue for decades to come.

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                                                                                3. Patricia

                                                                                  Detroit

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  When vacationing in Sarasota, a favorite restaurant of ours. Christmas Eve was perfect!

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                                                                                4. Anthony

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Washington DC

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  The food was great, but they don’t take any Opentable vouchers. I found it odd considering they are a registered Opentable restaurant. I asked the waiter why and he refused to budge and didn’t give a good explanation. Something about it being difficult to use? If you’re an Opentable restaurant, you should take their points vouchers which is a perk for us users of the App. Disappointing in an otherwise good restaurant.

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                                                                                5. Peter

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Excellent food and service very reasonable prices. We were a party of seven and everyone enjoyed their food.

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                                                                                6. Bob

                                                                                  Southwest Florida

                                                                                  41 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  41 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 22 December 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Cafe Amechi continues to be our favorite go to restaurant. Detail to every dish from our Ceasars salad to my bronzino to my wife's beef braciole was prepared perfectly and delicious.

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                                                                                7. John

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  23 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  23 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 22 December 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Good food and exemplary service an a convivial environment. Wonderful!

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                                                                                8. Debbie

                                                                                  Indiana

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on 21 December 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Absolutely the BEST Italian restaurant in Sarasota!!!!! ❤️

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                                                                                9. Max

                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on 19 December 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Love love love. Keep coming back for more almost weekly.

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                                                                                10. Jamie

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Philadelphia

                                                                                  11 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  11 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 17 December 2024

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Lovely restaurant ! Small intimate, accommodating. Great food and service.

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                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                Cafe Amici offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 951-6896.

                                                                                Cafe Amici is rated 4.8 stars by 991 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 10 times today
                                                                                Experiences are available.

                                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                Google Map for Cafe Amici

                                                                                1371 main street, Sarasota, FL 34236

                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                • Cross Street
                                                                                  between Palm Av and Pineapple St on Main street
                                                                                • Area
                                                                                  Sarasota
                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                  Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri–Sun 16:30–22:00
                                                                                • Price
                                                                                  $31 to $50
                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                  Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                  Casual Elegant
                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                  Smart Casual
                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                  Parking garage situated behind Cafe Amici, valet service available, street parking
                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                  AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                • Executive Chef
                                                                                  Achille Nigri
                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                  Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                • Website
                                                                                  http://www.cafeamicisarasota.com/
                                                                                • Phone number
                                                                                  (941) 951-6896
                                                                                • Catering
                                                                                  We can arrange catering up to 100 people.
                                                                                • Private party facilities
                                                                                  The private room can accommodate up to 50 people.

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