Sardinia Sarasota

4.7

1497 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

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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Funghi Selvatici su Crosta di Parmigiano$16.95
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 1,497 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

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Sarasota / Bradenton
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sardinia Sarasota impresses with "amazing food" and "outstanding" service, offering a unique Italian dining experience. Known for dishes like the salted sea bass and homemade pastas, it delights guests consistently. The welcoming atmosphere and knowledgeable staff, like Ariana, enhance the dining experience. Despite a high corkage fee, it's a "hidden gem," worth the visit.

1,497 Reviews

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BestofNapa
Tampa
29 reviews
4.0
29 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this restaurant and the food is great. We have reserved the wine room for a special party. This evening I had Tripletail and it was a bit dry. I did not say anything because the other 3 friends loved their meal and this was the first 4 star meal ever for us. We’ll be back and I’ll tell the chef if this ever occurs again.
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Wendy
VIP
San Diego
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Terrific meal. Started with the romaine and shrimp salad to share. Husband had linguine with seafood. Generous portion, plenty of seafood. He enjoyed. I had the salt covered bronzino filleted at the table. It was light, moist and delicious. We each had a glass of Paso Robles Cabernet. Jon’s service was excellent. Comfortable padded chairs and pleasant atmosphere, white table cloths. Everything was very fresh. We will be back!
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Jorge
Chicago
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first time at Sardinia. Why did we wait so long?the atmosphere was welcoming not overdone elegant. The service was friendly, professional and very helpful. Finally the food was wonderful with new and delicious flavors that all three of us enjoyed with the suggested wine a fine match to the chosen meals. This was a highly recommended dinner experience.
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Reena
VIP
Toronto
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot. Food is delicious and waitstaff are excellent
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Amir
Chicago
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Overall wonderful dinner shared w friends. The restaurant policy on corkage might be reviewed? Sardinia offers many wines unfamiliar to us, but $40/bottle (and one bottle limit) dissuaded us from bringing high end plonk from our cellar. We’d come more often if we could pour some of our good stuff.
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Shonda
VIP
Tampa
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience and AMAZING food as usual! Always a pleasant experience at Sardinia!
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Kristen
Minneapolis
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 24, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Service was dismissive and inattentive. Antipasto plate was mediocre at best. Sea Bass was excellent but server neglected to state the price of this “special “. Birthday dinner was not acknowledged.
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Gail
VIP
Tampa
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was wonderful as always! From the montane walked we felt very welcomed . Food was delicious. Service was excellent . One if our favorites!!
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Tony
VIP
Hawaii
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service is always excellent! Ariana is the best!
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Nelly
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Gave this a try based on others reviews but sadly it wasn’t good at all. The mussels and clams in tomato sauce tasted like from a can and the pasta dishes we had were so basic I could have made them better myself at home. I hate to say it but just being completely honest. Not worth the money at all. But the waiter was pleasant and the place was bumping even though we were the youngest there haha.
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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 4.7 stars by 1497 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 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

Additional information

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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