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Casantica Ristorante, Sarasota, FL

Casantica Ristorante

4.5
4.5
1049 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
1213 N Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Your host Roberto Ercolani comes to Sarasota from Rome, Italy, bringing the best and most delicious authentic Italian dishes to this area. He has been in the restaurant business since his youth. As co-owner of CasAntica, Roberto provides a refined and unique Italian culinary boutique atmosphere.
The restaurant occupies a 1926 historic home nestled among the trees on the edge of downtown Sarasota. Patrons may choose indoor or outdoor dining (weather permitting), always the perfect setting... exclusive, romantic and intimate.
Message from Roberto: “At CasAntica each and every dish is prepared upon request with tender loving care. Our food is not pre-cooked, ensuring the highest quality and fresh flavor every time. We strive to provide only the freshest meals for our patrons... We are confident that you will be delighted with our outstanding dishes and warm atmosphere!”
CasAntica: A place to gather with old friends, meet new friends, and to enjoy a beautiful dining experience!!!!!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Roberto Ercolani
  • Catering
    All the products of our Italian menu and the big wine list.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer the possibility of a fixed menu parties (according with the customers) for a maximum capability of 70 people
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Cross street
    1213 N PALM AVE
  • Parking details
    Some free parking on the street, and the free parking of the One Sarasota Tower in front of the restaurant (from 4PM to 12PM).
  • Entertainment
    During the week end we have a musician (guitarist playing classic music)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,049 people are saying

Casantica Ristorante 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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Casantica Ristorante offers a charming ambiance with "homemade pasta" and "authentic Italian cuisine." Diners praise its "great service" and "delicious food," creating a memorable experience reminiscent of "stepping into an Italian grandmother's home." Despite occasional service hiccups, it remains a "hidden gem" for those seeking "classic Italian meals."
1,049 Reviews
  1. Mari-Ann VIP

    New York City23 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    It’s a small intimate space, an old house converted into a family restaurant. The food was very tasty, wine menu comprehensive and fairly priced. I didn’t like that the entrees do not come with a side included so when we didn’t order one (min. extra $7.95). It made a change from the big fancy places nearby but I won’t be rushing back for a second time. But it’s worth a try!

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  2. Kathleen

    Las Vegas12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely dinner, sat outside. We are trying to enjoy the outside before it becomes too hot to sit there. I hate to say that sometimes we forget about this hidden gem, but no more. We have enjoyed every single visit to this restaurant. The food and service have always been phenomenal.  the beef carpaccio as a starter is one of my favorites. Our table ordered the traditional pappardelle Bolognese, veal Parm and chicken saltimbocca. Each dish was 10/10! It’s a must and on our regular list!

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  3. Jerry

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Great service. Great experience. Highly recommend this restaurant for a Classic Italian meal.

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  4. debra VIP

    RP226 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is like stepping into an Italian grandmother’s home…with quaint ambiance and delectable cuisine. Order an extra side of tasty veggies for chicken marsala. Attentive service.

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  5. SteveW

    Detroit3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful anniversary dinner last night. The fresh made bread, home made pasta and perfectly done vegetables make this restaurant a rare find!! We will be back!!

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  6. David

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful charming atmosphere. Food was excellent. Dessert was amazing. Nice friendly people.

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  7. Jeffrey

    Philadelphia9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the serving staff, the manager and to the chef, all of them were/are so pleasant, accommodating and friendly. The food is always amazing. It feels like a little slice of Italy cocooned in a very busy Sarasota town. Highly recommend for all occasions.

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  8. jan

    Baltimore5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. I can highly recommend this restaurant.

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  9. Robert VIP

    Orlando10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. Food was the very best. We will go back

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  10. Dan VIP

    Hawaii16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the most reasonably priced, quality Italian restaurants in Sarasota. The ambiance of the small country house atmosphere is charming, the homemade pastas delicious, and very, very reasonably priced. One of our go-to places.

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FAQs

Casantica Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 366-1840.

Casantica Ristorante is rated 4.5 stars by 1049 OpenTable diners.

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

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1213 N Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

Additional information

  • Cross street
    1213 N PALM AVE
  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Some free parking on the street, and the free parking of the One Sarasota Tower in front of the restaurant (from 4PM to 12PM).
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Roberto Ercolani
  • Entertainment
    During the week end we have a musician (guitarist playing classic music)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    All the products of our Italian menu and the big wine list.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer the possibility of a fixed menu parties (according with the customers) for a maximum capability of 70 people
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