Best Italian around the area hands down, Love the Little…read moreItaly feel from NYC ! NOW , This food is Italian !!! The fresh Muzzarell is incredible Frutti di mare was on point!!! Fresh pasta was perfect 1st time here and I will be back for sure Service was amazing our waitress was great I never had to wait for a refill The NYC decor inside was just over the top !! All I gotta say is if anyone comes here and says anything bad about the food You people should stick to eating Chef Boyoboy in a can , you don't know Italian !!

Four of us went here last night and had high expectations. First off, our waitress was fun and…read morevery good, engaged with us well. That was the best part. Our drinks were very poor. My wife ordered a whiskey sour and it didn't taste like a whiskey sour at all, tasted like butterscotch and no whiskey flavor. We sent it back (this is very rare for us) and she ordered a lemon drop martini. It came and there was barely any lemon taste and seriously it had no vodka taste. We asked for a shot of vodka and some lemons, not wanted to send another drink back. When the vodka shot came we tasted it and it tasted more like water than vodka. I have never said this in a review before but it tastes like they water down their spirits. Our wine was just ok as well. I had a Sangiovese and it was thin and seemed watery as well. The food was ok, nothing to write home about. Disappointed for sure and no one took leftovers home with us, which we had done a few times this week. I almost gave it 2 stars but I have a hard time doing that...average is the best I can say.

Had such a great experience here! The service was excellent, our waitress was super friendly and…read moreattentive, and the food was absolutely awesome. She even gave us some really good movie recommendations that we ended up watching ! Great food, great service, and a really nice atmosphere. Definitely recommend!

White tablecloths don't make it sexy if the salad is tiny, veal parm tastes like it came from a sub…read moreshop and the butter's in pods. If La Rocca wants Wellen Park elegance, they better dress the part--because North Port diners aren't fooled by a fancy napkin and a $29 price tag. Either lean into cozy family-style comfort and drop the prices, or step up the game for real. We deserve better--and we're not shy about saying it.

I was in Florida visiting family and we came to Carmelo's for a birthday celebration. What an…read moreincredible experience! The staff was amazing and the food was absolutely divine. I had a guided tour by the owners father which made my day. Sharing the history of the restaurant and his family. Highly recommend and will visit again when I am back. Grazie per questa bellissima esperienza: "Thank you for this wonderful experience." Shannon

This restaurant is top of the list, you may have driven by many times and did know it was there…read more The staff were friendly, well trained and there helped anybody everybody. Our sever Danny, was spot on. The food was amazing. The presentation and taste. This place will take you back in time while offering what could be the best Italian I have been.

I've been there many times.The new owners are fantastic.Good food good atmosphere .Overall A plus…read morelooking forward to my next visit.

Even though it took a little time to get the waitress to come over. Once my order was taken,…read moreeverything came out in a timely manner. The food was great and a good value for the price.

Rossini by Chef Rocco! Our ladies of Charlotte County…read moreGirlfriends enjoyed an extra special lunch at the one and only Rossini's Authentic Italian Cuisine! Our large group arrived at 12pm on Wednesday April 22, 2026, and was immediately received a warm welcome by Angelo, Mike and Chef Rocco! The Restaruant decor and atmosphere is an inviting welcoming any to all patrons. Drinks were offered whether it was a soft drinks, sangria, or their extensive array of wines, red, white, rose' and a bonus a small bottle of the wine of your chose which is economically cost than 2 glasses of wine! Our ladies dine on their Italian wedding soup as an appetizer which was hot, flavorful with tiny meatballs, escarole, tiny pasta, and savory broth. Entrees were a myriad of Chef Rocco's delightful dishes, carpaccio, chicken piccata, an array of pasta dishes, Italian sausage & peppers , meatball sandwiches, individual pizza's, and much more. However, the HUGE hit of the day mostly all seemed to desire was their chicken piccata! Oh so delicately delicious! Angelo not only made sure we were well cared for but also made sure our ladies will be part of an VIDEO ad of the rendition of "MAMA MIA" for their social media forums. Rossini is always an establishment that once you enter, you are treated as family! Entering the dining room is exactly how you would be welcome to sit at their table in their homes. Our ladies of Charlotte County Girlfriends Wednesday's Leisurely Luncheons Group are always ready to return to Rossini's. Don't miss out on enjoying an afternoon or evening of delicious food and atmosphere at Rossini's by Chef Rocco!

We really like their new place at the mall much better. (It's the old Ruby Tuesday's)…read moreFood was excellent. Two of us had the ravioli. (One of the ravioli was gluten free). One of us had the grouper which Was awesome but came with a side of spaghetti which he didn't want so he ordered a side of spinach which was $7.95 additional. She did pack up the side of spaghetti to take home. I had the baked stuffed shells. Our server was Sarah and she was very pleasant. Actually all the people working there were very nice and accommodating. Also it was wine Wednesday so a full bottle was only $15. Normally they charge $10 per glass so that was great. We will definitely go back again. I did book reservations but there were open tables so not sure it was required. We will definitely go again. Especially on Wednesday for Wine Wednesday. lol

Nicolas never disappoints. Love their garlic knots. I always get their veal piccata, hubbie loves…read morethe chicken Marsala. Peanut butter cheese cake is excellent! Christine is such a wonderful server. So warm and friendly. Very knowledgeable about the menu. It is so warm and cozy. Real Italian food. Our favorite place to dine out! Thanks for being so fantastic every-time!

Although it looks like a barn from the outside inside is intimate cozy dining and family owned with…read morefantastic hospitality, their food taste like authentic Italian food, love their sauce and they serve large portions of food, although since it's small in the inside, I recommend making reservations.

We were visiting my daughter in North Port and came here with her for breakfast. Glad we did, very…read morenice experience. We were sat down very quickly, and the waiter took our drink order very quickly. They have a large menu so he gave us a little while to look it over. The restaurant is misleading from the outside it looks small but it's quite roomy inside with lots of tables and booths. We ordered our food and it came out fairly quickly. Everything was hot and delicious. Service was very cordial, waiter checked on us regularly and refilled our drinks. Definitely will return , FYI they close at 8 pm. They do have a few Mexican offerings in the menu as well.

We had a fabulous breakfast this morning! The food was great the service impeccable and so friendly.read more

Everything is done outstanding. Looking forward to your TH burger special & our FAV pizza burger &…read moreyour awesome french fries Tks for being SO awesome!

Zio's is a popular Pizza palace in North Port. They also serve authentic Italian dishes. On…read moreSaturday e evenings Darren the owner presents an added dish to the menu in that he serves Prime Rib. Wife and I went to get a pizza but ordered the Prime rib. Darren's prime is absolutely amazing and far exceeds most prime rib spots. It goes fast and Zio's has somewhat limited seating so go early and enjoy this Saturday night special.

Food was delicious. Service was lovely. Ambience was very cool inside…read more (Outside was fenced in, but close to the parking lot. People sitting out there seemed to enjoy themselves, and the parking lot didn't have very much traffic, so it might not be an issue.) We're adding this place to our go-to list. Dishes we had included baked stuffed clams, Caesar salad, Mediterranean salad, Grouper Piccatta, Chicken piccatta, zupe de peche, and Grouper Puttanesca, followed by a chocolate bomba (ice cream in a chocolate shell) that was to die for.

Off of Hwy 41 this restaurant is tucked out of sight. It has a pleasant atmosphere, quiet ambience…read moreand within reason, an upscale decorum. Staff members are pleasant, not overly engaging, professional and move silently as they preform their duties. Drinks are limited to Beer and Wine only. Our party of four ordered appetizers and varied entrees. Bread serving was very small and we had to ask for an additional serving. Overall the food was well prepared pleasantly served. With the exception of being somewhat cold, although we all enjoyed our meals, my wife had a very sick tummy by the time we arrived home. Prices are high and you pay extra for any sides. In short it's a mix of good and not so good for me and that's why I am giving it three stars.

There are good pizzerias, and then there are places like Bella Napoli…read more The level of craftsmanship here is exceptional. You can immediately tell that quality isn't just a marketing word--it's the foundation of everything they do. From the beautifully made dough to the premium ingredients and careful execution, every pizza reflects years of experience and a relentless commitment to getting it right. The family ownership shines through in every interaction. Everyone we met was welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely proud of what they serve. We've had pizza from many acclaimed pizzerias, and Bella Napoli deserves to be mentioned alongside the very best. If you're anywhere near Port Charlotte, this is a destination worth making the trip for.

We decided to try Bella Napoli today for the first time in two years…read more Our last visit was horrible enough to have us stop but it was time for another try. We were quickly seated and ordered drinks. A few minutes later we ordered a Greek salad to share (huge), garlic knots (lots), one meatball, eggplant rollatini , and veal franchise with spaghetti. I was served veal parmigiana instead but it looked good so I decided not to send it back. All the food was delicious with plenty left over for another meal. There were some changes to the restaurant with separate doors for dine in and takeout. But all in all we have to say we will be back.