Sardinia Sarasota

4.8

1536 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Chef Carta brings the authentic simple elegance of the Sardinian dining tradition to your table. Sardinian cuisine is known for the purity of food and flavors. To insure the authenticity of the dining experience Chef has imported an authentic hood wood-burning oven for the kitchen. The menu is focused on farm fresh and locally grown food. Chargrilled meats and local fish will be cooked in the oven as it is in Sardinia. Taste the Sardinia bread, know as Pane carasau, baked fresh daily which welcomes you at your table. The pasta dough is also made fresh daily. Revel in the authentic Sardinian paella made with fregola and enjoy the unique flavor of bottarga. To maximize the pleasure of sharing good food with good friends, Sardinia has 45 seats- 24 in the main dining room, a chefs table for 10 and 13 seats in the bar area. Good food-good conversation-good friends. A true Sardinia experience you will not forget.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(941) 702-8582
Website
https://www.sardiniasrq.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Dino Carta

Location
5770 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Parking details
Street parking and more parking available in the rear of the restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Wild Mushrooms in a Crispy Parmesan Basket
Antipasto$16.95
Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Marinated Italian Olives, Artichoke and Salamino
Pecorino Arrosto su Pane Carasau$15.95
Roasted Sardinian Pecorino Cheese over Homemade Carasau Bread
Cioppino di Pesce Misto$17.95
Mixed Seafood Cioppino
Insalata Tiepida di Mare$17.95
Mixed Seafood Salad
Prosciutto San Daniele e Pecorino Sardo$17.95
Prosciutto San Daniele and Sardinian Pecorino Cheese
Pomodoro con Parmigiana di Melanzane al Forno$12.95
Brick Oven Roasted Tomato Stuffed with Eggplant and Fresh Mozzarella
Carpaccio di Polpo con Rucola e Bottarga$17.95
Octopus Carpaccio w/ Arugula and Bottarga
Cozze e Vongole al Vermentino e Pomodoro$16.95
Mussels and Clams in Vermentino and Tomato

Soups & Salads

Soup of the Day$7.95
Minestrone$7.95
Vegetable Soup
House Salad con Scaglie di Parmigiano$9.95
Mix Greens w/ Shaved Parmesan
Romana, Gamberi, Capperi, Mais e Favette$12.95
Romaine lettuce, Shrimp, Capers, Corn and Fava Beans
Rucola, Mozzarella Fresca, Olive, Cetrioli e Pomodori$12.95
Organic Arugula, Fresh Mozzarella, Marinated Mediterranean Olives, Cucumber and Tomato
Spinaci Biologici, Noci, Cipolle Caramellate, e Caprino$12.95
Organic Spinach, Walnuts, Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese

Le Paste

Tagliolini Freschi con Favette Menta e Pecorino Sardo$19.95
Homemade Tagliolini w/Fava Beans Mint and Fresh Sardinian Pecorino
Gnocchi di Patate Agli Asparagii e Parmigiano$19.95
Homemade Potato Gnocchi w/Aasparagus Butter and Parmesan Cheese
Linguine alle Vongole e Bottarga$21.95
Linguine w/ Clams and Bottarga
Lasagna$22.95
Lasagna with Meat Ragu' and Bechamelle Sauce Baked in a Wood-Burning Brick Oven
Ravioli di Vitello al Burro, Salvia, Noci e Pecorino$21.95
Homemade Veal Ravioli in Butter, Sage, Walnuts and Pecorino Cheese
Gnocchi Sardi al Ragu di Carne e Porcini$21.95
Sardinian Gnocchi w/Meat Ragu and Porcini Mushrooms
Culurgiones con Ripieno di Formaggio e Arancia al Pomodoro$21.95
Pecorino and Orange Zest Culurgiones in Tomato Sauce
Linguine ai Frutti di Mare$22.95
Linguine w/ Fresh Mixed Seafood
Fettuccine ai Funghi Selvatici e Pecorino Fresco$21.95
Fettuccine w/Wild Mushrooms and Fresh Pecorino
Tagliolini Freschi all'Aglio, Olio, Salsiccia e Spinaci$19.95
Homemade Tagliolini w/ Sausage, Spinach, Olive Oil and Garlic

Meat & Fish

Salsiccia Fresca al Forno con Patate Novelle e Melanzane all'Aglio$21.95
Brick-Oven Roasted Sausage w/New Potato, Eggplant and Roasted Garlic
Tagliata di Manzo con Rucola e Scaglie di Parmigiano*$36.95
Prime Striploin Tagliata with Arugula and Shaved Parmesan Cheese
Zuppetta di Pesce Misto con Sugo di Astice$35.95
Seafood Bouillabaisse
Salmone Selvatico con Pomodorini, Capperi e Origano*$28.95
Wild Salmon w/ Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Oregano
Costoletta di Maiale al Forno con Funghi e Asparagi*$34.95
Brick-Oven Roasted Longbone Pork Chop w/Mushrooms and Asparagus
Petto di Pollo alla Milanese con Rucola e Pomodoro$21.95
Chicken Breast Milanese Served w/ Arugula and Tomato
Costoletta di Vitello alla Brace*$44.95
Ember-Roasted Veal Chop
Spigola al Sale$35.95
Salt Crusted Mediterranean Sea Bass
Paella di Fregola con Pesce Misto e Bottarga$34.95
Sardinian Paella w/ Fregola, Mixed Seafood and Bottarga

What 1,536 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
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Sarasota / Bradenton
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sardinia Sarasota offers an authentic Sardinian experience with "exceptional food" and "friendly service." Patrons rave about the "homemade pasta" and "authentic Sardinian menu," highlighting unique dishes like culurgiones and fresh seafood. The atmosphere is intimate and charming, though occasionally noisy. Overall, it's a "hidden gem" that consistently delights its guests.

1,536 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Octopus and lasagna were excellent. The staff and owner were great!!
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Lisa
Atlantic City193 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Our food, wine and service were very good tonight. We enjoyed how we were able to take our time eating and enjoying our food. Looking forward to returning.,
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Bill VIP
Indiana11 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Linguine and clams were perfection. Ravioli with sage butter and walnuts was excellent as well. All pastas are homemade. Service was excellent. Small restaurant, cozy. Extensive wine list, no cocktails. Only disappointment was the dessert menu. A little short on choices, lots of gelato and pudding like desserts. Where’s the tiramisu or a cake or two? No descriptions for the desserts so no tempting you there! Overall a very enjoyable experience. Oh, yes the lasagna was also excellent and served piping hot. Ariana was our server; she was charming, personable, provided insight regarding some of the menu entrees, and an excellent server all around.
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laurel VIP
New York State22 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A delicious dining experience with an innovative menu!
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Christopher
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Hidden gem, one of the best Italian restaurants in the Sarasota area!
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ivan VIP
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, atmosphere and service! Hats off to Johnny our server!
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Katherine VIP
New York City39 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our first visit was excellent. Antonio made us feel welcome and was very helpful with wine selection and entree information. The paella was very good but I had the real star of the show: homemade pasta with chunks of grouper. The portions were plentiful, the bread is authentic to Sardinia and the octopus was great.
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Richard
New York City19 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food quality has been consistently terrific since we first dined at Sardinia four years ago. Highly recommended.
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Gwen VIP
Naples12 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
By far one of the best Italian restaurants in SRQ. So fresh and delicious! And the chef comes out to chat!!! Definitely a ‘locals’ spot - that’s how you know it’s good, too ❤️
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SusanD
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience. We’ve been several times. The food is always excellent. They prepare their food in the manner of Sardinia and not Italian. We highly recommend Sardinia. The staff by the way are professional, warm and knowledgeable. 5 Stars indeed!!
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FAQs

Sardinia Sarasota offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 702-8582.

Sardinia Sarasota is rated 4.8 stars by 1536 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

5770 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231

Additional information

Neighborhood
Sarasota
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking and more parking available in the rear of the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Dino Carta
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.sardiniasrq.com/
Phone number
(941) 702-8582

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Sardinia Sarasota

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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100 Tampa / Central Florida West Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Appetizers

Funghi Selvatici su Crosta di Parmigiano$16.95

Antipasto$16.95

Pecorino Arrosto su Pane Carasau$15.95

Cioppino di Pesce Misto$17.95

Insalata Tiepida di Mare$17.95

Prosciutto San Daniele e Pecorino Sardo$17.95

Pomodoro con Parmigiana di Melanzane al Forno$12.95

Carpaccio di Polpo con Rucola e Bottarga$17.95

Cozze e Vongole al Vermentino e Pomodoro$16.95

Soups & Salads

Soup of the Day$7.95

Minestrone$7.95

House Salad con Scaglie di Parmigiano$9.95

Romana, Gamberi, Capperi, Mais e Favette$12.95

Rucola, Mozzarella Fresca, Olive, Cetrioli e Pomodori$12.95

Spinaci Biologici, Noci, Cipolle Caramellate, e Caprino$12.95

Le Paste

Tagliolini Freschi con Favette Menta e Pecorino Sardo$19.95

Gnocchi di Patate Agli Asparagii e Parmigiano$19.95

Linguine alle Vongole e Bottarga$21.95

Lasagna$22.95

Ravioli di Vitello al Burro, Salvia, Noci e Pecorino$21.95

Gnocchi Sardi al Ragu di Carne e Porcini$21.95

Culurgiones con Ripieno di Formaggio e Arancia al Pomodoro$21.95

Linguine ai Frutti di Mare$22.95

Fettuccine ai Funghi Selvatici e Pecorino Fresco$21.95

Tagliolini Freschi all'Aglio, Olio, Salsiccia e Spinaci$19.95

Meat & Fish

Salsiccia Fresca al Forno con Patate Novelle e Melanzane all'Aglio$21.95

Tagliata di Manzo con Rucola e Scaglie di Parmigiano*$36.95

Zuppetta di Pesce Misto con Sugo di Astice$35.95

Salmone Selvatico con Pomodorini, Capperi e Origano*$28.95

Costoletta di Maiale al Forno con Funghi e Asparagi*$34.95

Petto di Pollo alla Milanese con Rucola e Pomodoro$21.95

Costoletta di Vitello alla Brace*$44.95

Spigola al Sale$35.95

Paella di Fregola con Pesce Misto e Bottarga$34.95

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