Bella Vita Italian Kitchen

Absolutely incredible experience! This little mom and pop Italian restaurant is a true hidden gem. The food was outstanding, everything tasted fresh, authentic, and made with so much care. You can tell there’s real passion behind every dish. From the moment we walked in, the service was top notch. The atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and had that cozy, classic Italian charm that makes you want to stay awhile. Also Rocco, the owner, as well as his father were phenomenal. They went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect and made us feel right at home. It’s rare to find that level of hospitality these days at any restaurant you go to. Everything from the service to the food and atmosphere was 10/10. Definitely found my new spot, can’t wait to come back!

I’m from out of town, came to Sarasota to visit my grandmother. My family and I wanted to take her out to eat for dinner before we headed out of town. I’ve been to this restaurant before but it used to be a small pizza joint. This place is wonderful, I was amazed by the transformation they made from pizza joint to Italian restaurant! I am a hospitality worker and I in fact currently work/ manage at a fine dining Italian restaurant. Let me tell you I’m blown away by Bella Vita. The food portions are massive, the food presentation is outstanding with the rolling cart the bring out to the table, some dishes having stable side presentation. And the service is outstanding and the whole staff is hands on deck accommodating to guests at tables. This place is so comforting and so family and friend

This would be a 10 star review if I could give it. The staff is amazing. Zack was our server but all of the staff helped us during our visit. The owner, Rocco, also came by twice to check on us. The food is delicious and the portions are enough for two meals plus. The sauce is light but full of flavor. I had the chicken parmigiana, which came with a side of spaghetti. The size of the chicken was unbelievable and the amount of spaghetti could have feed 3 people. My wife had the eggplant roll a teeny and a side of spaghetti. We both eat all we wanted and still took two large containers home. The homemade cannolis were awesome. Only had room for a taste but they were the real deal. The place has a very nice vibe and feeling of very friendly atmosphere. The prices are a little steep but the qu

Absolutely amazing . You feel like family when you dine here . Bill our waiter was fantastic. The food was more than plentiful but even better, it was great! This is now our favorite family restaurant in Sarasota! Pictured below is Bill bringing our food. The seafood dish is Cioppino! Giant shrimp and scallops and lots of little neck and chopped clams ! Wow ! But even more, Steve, Rocco’s dad, is incredible. He runs around the restaurant making sure everyone is happy ! What an amazing place !

Best Italian food I’ve ever had! The atmosphere is warm and inviting, you feel like part of the family just walking in the door. The service was excellent as well, with personal attention from the staff and chef. We will be back!