Our first visit to Capo Pazzo was certainly a good one. I'm going to say it is a bit hidden,…read morelocated just off south US41 behind a gas station (Texaco?). Once you see it, a large mural of an Italian pizza maker holding up NY with the Italian flag splashed in the background, you know you've arrived. We were greeted even before we reached the door and offered a choice of dining inside or outdoors. They have a large outdoor area that is shielded from the parking lot, nice, but we opted to sit inside for some a/c. Our server was right over and got us started with drinks while we looked over the menu. She was so nice, attentive, helpful, and upbeat for the entire time we were there, a real pleasure. As for the food, we decided to split their Greek Salad and a Prosciutto Arugula 12" pizza. They offer both 12 and 18" pies. This was not the pizza I would have selected, I'm more a Meat Lovers Supreme carnivore, but it was my wife's choice tonight. I thought the salad was pretty standard, lots of Feta cheese and a generous amount of dressing in a container. My wife left me all the red onion slivers, maybe not her best decision, and took almost all of the olives. The salad was still fine, lots of green. Our pizza was also brightly green, what with all the arugula on top. Like more salad. But underneath was an excellent pizza crust, like they describe on their menu with a bit of NY char. While I missed all the greasy meat, the prosciutto was very flavorful, a top of the line ingredient. A hint of truffle oil added to the mix and pieces of a hard Parmesan cheese (Parmigiano Reggiano) added more. I have to admit, it was a pretty good pizza.

We stopped in Capo Pazzo as the first stop of our six stop bolognese tour of Sarasota. My daughter…read moreLOVES bolognese! Although the bolognese was good, the pizza stole the show. Capo Pazzo's pizza might be the best I've ever eaten. Really, in my whole life!

8/10 good stuff the…read morepizza is quite good, i personally prefer the silician. the garlic knots though i didn't really like them but it may be due to personal tastes im not sure. the inside seating is not the most comfortable but tolerable, though the aesthetics found within the main dining area are nice. besides that, the staff are quite relaxed and friendly! would recommend a visit here

Very good pizza & made as ordered. Pickup time was accurate & pizza was hot and ready…read more Our new go to place for pizza when we're here for the winter. Will be back!

Great little place with kind service and tasty brews and pizza! Tried a sour and ipa on draft both…read moreequally delicious (wish draft beer could be colder)! Had an origin salad with toasted feta and red bell pepper on top it was great i ate mine without any salad dressing a big variety of veggies. Went with a cheese mushroom on cauliflower crust, jalapeno pep regular crust and the veggie specialty pizza. All were great the jalepeno pep was my fav! There is a small outside patio and i see folks with their pups. Go enjoy

Can't believe it's been so long since our last visit but Origins remains popular and warm…read morewelcoming, not to mention excellent food. Jenica single-handedly handled both the bar and order taking with a smile. The place was busy given the Buc's football game but she kept the beers flowing. Our origin salad with roasted vegetables was terrific as were our pizzas. My wife had the Siesta Key pizza with turkey sausage while I opted for sausage, mushroom, onion and green pepper pizza. The crust is relatively thin and doughy so it absorbs the toppings and oil. The Buc's clinched their division and we all celebrated. Plenty of parking between a private lot and the street. Near the hospital so quiet on Sundays. I understand the wings are very good so perhaps next time? Coming soon to the Rosemary District as well.

I am not a big food truck person but I am a big pizza person and this place has amazing reviews, so…read moreI had to check them out. I visited them on a Thursday night and the staff was very friendly and Dan helped me pick out two pizzas. I went with the pepperoni and the special. The pizzas did take a little longer than expected but there is lots of seating and the outdoor atmosphere is very nice. There is even an indoor pub area! The pizzas, particularly the special was incredible!!! Would highly recommend!

I always drive 18 miles to have this great pizza, original ingredients, like the mozzarella…read morecheese, are from Italy. Eating Dan's pizza gives you the feeling to be in Italy, sapore della bella Italia. Dan is very polite, very understanding and most of all very professional. Elio

Loved this small and unassuming restaurant. The fried artichokes were very special, lightly dusted…read moreand crunchy, perfectly fried. We shared the almond ricotta triangoli, which were amazing, such delicate flavor, the chef knows how to make vegetarian food taste very good. The pizza was incredibly good, thin and crispy, savory prosciutto with dates and cashew cheese, truly refined. Cannot wait to go back and taste everything on their menu. Great service too.

I was downtown today and was looking for a place to try and remembered we always wanted to try this…read morerestaurant. We stopped in and it had a cute wine bar type of atmosphere. The waitress was very friendly and helpful with answering all my questions. We ordered 2 glasses of pinot noir which were decent, fried artichoke hearts for the appetizer and two pizzas one cheese and one with garlic, cheese, and little chilies. The appetizer was really good but I think it could have been elevated a notch if the dip was more of a lemon base dipping sauce. The pizzas were both thin and very tasty, nice tomato base, I liked the little difference of crust (thin & crunchy) compared to your normal softer crust on an Italian wood fired pizza. I like when I'm able to have preferences on pizza crusts on any given day. I would like to go back and try something else next time to see what this little spot has to offer. Overall it was a good experience and we will try it again in the future. Food 8.0 Atmosphere 8.0 Service 9.0

I'm not one to give out 5 starts just for fun, but Ripfire has earned it. First, let's be clear:…read moreit's a casual eatery on an island. So the 5 stars are reflective of that. Each time we've eaten at Ripfire, we've had success. They begin by importing specific flour from Italy, and all of the ingredients are made in house. The delicious tangy sauce that's used is made daily from San Mariano tomatos- also imported from Italy. Yes, please. The crispy crust and ooey gooey cheese create the perfect combination of fresh and delicious. Our go to pizzas are usually the margherita and a pepperoni, mushroom situation. Delicious- every time. Pair a pizza with a fresh Caesar salad from there and you're hard to beat a better comfort meal. You can people watch by bellying up to the outdoor eating area that faces the street, or sit inside while still enjoying the view. Reasonable pricing, an assortment of beverages, great atmosphere and friendly service combined with consistent and flavorful food are what'll keep us going back to Ripfire.

While on vacation in Siesta Key with a group of friends, we decided on pizza for our first night on…read morethe island. I was skeptical that I would find something suitable to eat as a vegan, but I was surprised at the menu. I was able to build my own veggie pie and the chef did not disappoint with the mix of ingredients! I wish I had taken a photo because it was delicious. I asked for a simple mix of olives, spinach, arugula, and tomato, no sauce, and lots of dried red pepper flakes. They graciously drizzled olive oil on top so it wouldn't be dry as well. Chef's kiss! Sometimes simple is better and in this case it was delicious!

Stopped by with my family after having a family event down the street…read more The restaurant wasn't busy and they had the lunch menu at the time. Everything was fresh and tasted great. I ordered the lasagna and I'd go back just so I can have it again! It was delicious! The service was excellent. Friendly and attentive. Also loved the feel of the restaurant. Very homey and comfortable. If you're in the area, don't hesitate to check this place out!

This place is always so busy, so I would suggest asking a reso…read more The staff are friendly, kind and do a great job. I would highly recommend the antipesto board. The mains are okay but the apps are much better. They have some great bottles of wine!

Bavaro's is such a great spot for dinner. The food is seriously delicious, and the wine is always…read moreon point. The whole vibe just makes it really easy to relax and enjoy your meal. The staff is awesome too--super friendly and attentive. And Gabe deserves a shoutout, he's the best and really makes the experience even better. Definitely one of those places you keep coming back to when you want a really good, enjoyable dinner. Highly recommend!

I love this restaurant! We've been coming since 2019 when we bought our new home in Sarasota. The…read morestaff is wonderful, the food is deliciously prepared, and the place is comfortable and unpretentious. Love this for Sarasota. We've come to enjoy coming here when Doug is working. He's been here for some time now and it's great to see he's still at Bavaro's. What a great guy!! Gabrielle has been another staff member that goes well above and beyond to make sure our dining experience is wonderful. *my only concern is that there is no elevator to accommodate ADA guests upstairs. We came for dinner on a cold night when the rain was blowing sideways outdoors. Our visiting family member had trouble going up and coming down the stairs. Sad really. The indoors on the first floor is very small and cramped.

Amazing wood fired pizza all the way…read more Every aspect of their pizza is incredible. They show up at LWR Waterside food truck nights plus other pop ups as well. We stalk their Instagram account for their next location. https://www.instagram.com/vesuviosarasota?igsh=NGphaTBwdjdjNmlt This is my FAVORITE PIZZA I admit I'm a pizza snob and the flavor of the sauce with the basil is happiness in my mouth. After moving to Fl I was afraid I'd left all the good pizza behind but not the case. Thank you Vesuvio for making a delicious pizza for this pizza snob. You guys won my heart and soul. Thank you for welcoming me to Sarasota.

Best pizza in the area. The chef is right off the boat from Naples Italy and his pizza is as good…read moreas the best pizza in Naples (we were there last year and tried the highest rated places)

I was stationed in NAPOLI for 3 years while serving in the United States Navy…read more I will be the first to tell you that most pizza restaurants are NOT even close to the authentic Neopolitan Pizza this restaurant makes. The ingredients are the reason this restaurant will become my go to place for AMAZING AUTHENTIC NAPOLITANO PIZZA in the future. While we tried the restaurant for the first time, I couldn't contain my enjoyment and while my wife and I were eating I played my favorite Italian music off my phone, as loud as I could, first (Tu Vuo Fa 'L' Americano), and then (NAPOLI) by Nino D'angelo. My wife was concerned with the volume as she thought it would upset the patrons and the restaurant staff, but it did the opposite....everyone was singing along with a smile on their face...recognizing that I was having the time of my life, bringing back memories of BELLA NAPOLI! Very authentic cuisine and excellent service!

Authentic Neapolitan Pizza at its finest!!…read more Sarasota is very very lucky to have this place.