Authentic Italian, 15 Minutes from St. Armands Circle
Skip the Circle's tourist pricing. Cross the Ringling Bridge and eat where Sarasota families eat - handmade pasta, fresh focaccia, honest prices.
Where locals go after Lido Beach.
15 min over the bridge
From St. Armands Circle or Lido Beach: over the Ringling Bridge, right on US-41 North - we're at 3105 N Tamiami Trl. Free parking, no Circle meter hunting.
Longboat Key friendly
Coming down Gulf of Mexico Drive? We're the first real Italian kitchen after the bridge. Grab dinner on the way home or book a table for the evening.
Half the price, twice the pasta
Family-owned means honest portions and honest prices: handmade pasta from $21.90, whole-tray focaccia from $16.90, Italian wine by the glass.
Lido Beach picnics and sunset dinners.
Beach to-go boxes
Cold antipasti, caprese, focaccia sandwiches - packed to travel to Lido or South Lido Park. Order pickup online, ready in about 25 minutes.
Dinner after the beach
Rinse off the salt and come as you are - beach casual is fine. Kids welcome, high chairs ready, pasta portions for the little ones.
Vacation rental? Cater it.
Renting on Lido, Longboat or Bird Key? Our catering feeds 10-500 with meatballs, pasta trays and focaccia, delivered hot ($50 flat). Explore catering.
Gift cards for hosts
Thank your Sarasota hosts with a taste of Italy - digital gift cards from $10, delivered by email in minutes.
What St. Armands visitors order most
Branzino di Ravello - $44.90
Whole Mediterranean sea bass, Amalfi style. The dish that turns a beach day into a celebration.
Gnocchi Sorrentina - $24.90
Pillowy potato gnocchi baked with tomato, mozzarella and basil. Comfort in a skillet.
Mortadella e Burrata - $19.90
Creamy burrata with silky mortadella on warm focaccia. Made for sharing over a glass of Falanghina.
Visiting from St. Armands or Lido - FAQ
How far are you from St. Armands Circle?
About 15 minutes: over the John Ringling Causeway, then north on US-41 to 3105 N Tamiami Trl. Free on-site parking.
Are you cheaper than the restaurants on the Circle?
Generally yes - we're family-owned and off the tourist strip. Handmade pasta runs $21.90-$30.90 and portions are true Italian-family size.
Can we come in beach clothes?
Absolutely. Casual, family-style, flip-flops welcome. Just shake off the Lido sand first.
Do you deliver to Longboat Key or Lido?
Catering orders (10+ guests) deliver to Longboat Key, Lido and Bird Key for a $50 flat fee. Single meals are quick online pickup.
Do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins are usually fine on weeknights; Friday-Saturday book via OpenTable or call (941) 259-1911.