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Dolce Ristorante, Charlotte, NC
Dolce Ristorante, Charlotte, NC
Dolce Ristorante, Charlotte, NC
Dolce Ristorante, Charlotte, NC
Dolce Ristorante, Charlotte, NC

Dolce Ristorante

4.7
4.7
1918 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:30
Booked 5 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Dolce Ristorante in Charlotte is a classic Italian restaurant serving up family friendly favorites. The atmosphere at Dolce Ristorante is airy and bright with a deep Mediterranean feel complete with Italian style artwork. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner with special cooking classes offered regularly.


Whether you are looking for a pleasant lunch or a lively dinner, Dolce Ristorante has something on the menu to please every palate. Try the ravioli in a parmigiana cheese pink sauce, the Milanese breaded chicken with lemon dressing or the salmone fresh Atlantic salmon in a white wine sauce. Be sure to save room for the Italian cheese cake dessert.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 1,918 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Charlotte

    Italian

  • Charlotte

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dolce Ristorante is a beloved Italian gem in Charlotte, offering "excellent food, service, and atmosphere." Guests rave about the "authentic Italian experience" with dishes like pasta Amatriciana and homemade gnocchi. While some mention service hiccups during busy times, the restaurant remains a "neighborhood favorite" for its cozy ambiance and "outstanding" culinary offerings.
1,918 Reviews
  1. Anthony VIP

    Charlotte22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dolce is one of our favorite spots in all of Charlotte! Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Highly recommend

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  2. Rachel VIP

    New York City47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We've had dinner here a few times and the food and service have always been really good. We love the fresh pasta.

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  3. Michael VIP

    Charlotte71 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fine Italian food with great service. You won’t be sorry to try it.

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  4. Dianne B VIP

    Charlotte62 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner at Dolce was wonderful. Our server was attentive throughout the meal and helped me when choosing a pasta dish that had no cheese. We had the bruschetta as an appetizer, the pasta Amatriciana and rigatoni w/Italian sausage as entrees. The finish was a cannoli for the husband and a Godiva chocolate torte for me. Everything was outstanding!! You can't go wrong choosing this authentic Italian restaurant. Bon Appetit!

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  5. Sophisticat

    Charlotte7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always a wonderfully delicious meal at Dolce.  It is one of our favorite restaurants in every way.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Not the Dolce of five years ago. On a positive note, nice greeting at the door still there. Quickly got to our reserved table. However, the laminated menus tell it all. Wish there was one waiter/waitress but the rotating staff and constant flow of trying to remove our plates cut into any intimate conversation we could have had. What happened to an introduction and a friendly face that frequents your table just the right amount of time instead of a parade ? Food was tasty but no specials were offered on a Friday night? We mildly enjoyed our experience, felt rushed and disappointed our evening was loud, less friendly, a churn of an evening.

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  7. Shawn

    Raleigh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have driven by this place a million times and never ventured in. We will now add it to the rotation. We had the prosciutto and burrata as an appetizer and then split the carbonara. Both were fantastic - simple and perfectly done. Highly recommend. Although it’s in a strip mall in a high traffic area, you would never know. The curtains and lighting give it a quaint and private feel.

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  8. Carly

    Charlotte129 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food and ambiance here. After several visits, everyone has enjoyed their dinners. Try to make a reservation since it’s a smaller restaurant.

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  9. William

    Charlotte4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is excellent but prices for ancillary items are very high. $12 for a house cab, $12 for a shot of Bailey’s in a coffee (plus $4 for the coffee), $11 for a small Caesar salad. $180 for 2 entrees, 2 salads, 4 house wines, and 2 coffees.

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  10. Timothy VIP

    Charlotte63 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of my pasta-go-to restaurants in Charlotte. I've been several times over the years and never disappointed.

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FAQs

Dolce Ristorante does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Dolce Ristorante also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (704) 332-7525.

Dolce Ristorante is rated 4.7 stars by 1918 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
19:30
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Dolce Ristorante

1710 Kenilworth Ave, Ste 230, Charlotte, NC 28203-5796

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Additional information

  • Area
    Dilworth
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine
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