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La Violetta Restaurant, Sarasota, FL

La Violetta Restaurant

4.8 (1211)
$30 and under
Italian
4837 Swift Rd Sarasota, Sarasota, FL 34231

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Intimate and designed to provide a rustic Italian experience. Buonissimo!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 1,211 people are saying

La Violetta Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Overall

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Best Ambiance

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Violetta Restaurant offers "authentic Italian cuisine" with a "wonderful atmosphere." Guests rave about the "outstanding food and service," with highlights including "homemade pasta" and "extensive, creative menu." Patrons appreciate the "friendly and knowledgeable staff" and "diverse wine selection." It's a "must-visit" for an "exceptional dining experience."
1,211 Reviews
  1. Lori VIP

    Tampa4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Do not miss this gem! Chef packs every bite with unique, creative authenticity! Service is relaxed but professional. Let them guide you through a menu which will bring Italy to you!

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  2. Ed

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This pmace never disappoints. Server is amazing. Entree specials are off the charts. The tiramisu was outstanding.

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  3. Fitz

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful meal at one of favorite restaurants. Grazie mille!

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  4. Sarah VIP

    Tampa16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Not our first time, but food was very better than we remember. Can’t wait to go back

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  5. Mirco VIP

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you Emilo and Rosaria and staff for a great Italian dining experience. Ciao

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  6. Jean

    New York State2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alessandro was wonderful. The dining experience was awesome. And the food was amazing. Highly recommend this restaurant!!

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  7. Paul

    Baltimore1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fabulous food and service. Took me back to Italy . Hard to find authentic Italian food in the US but this place is it. Will definitely be going back

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  8. Rita

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was incredible. Every dish prepared to perfection. My new favorite Italian Redtaurant.

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  9. sal VIP

    London32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent authentic Italian cuisine and service. Rosie (wife owner) was very friendly and greeted every guest. Alessandro (our server) was super friendly also, attentive and knowledgeable about the food and wine menus, which were both very extensive. Chef extraordinaire Emilio was wonderful, whom we had the privilege of saying hi to on our way out. We had a very enjoyable dinner. Highly recommended if you are looking for a quick culinary trip to Italy !:) Will post pics as well.

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  10. Paul VIP

    Naples167 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    La Violetta is ALWAYS a memorable dining experience. Outstanding menu and specials, incredible quality and taste of food served and service like service once was…friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. We always begin planning our next visit to La Violetta as we are leaving the restaurant after an incredible epicurean experience.

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La Violetta Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 1211 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Tampa / Central Florida West
  4. Sarasota / Bradenton
  5. Sarasota

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Google Map for La Violetta Restaurant

4837 Swift Rd Sarasota, Sarasota, FL 34231

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Sarasota
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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