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Bar Italia Lakewood Ranch, Florida, Lakewood Ranch, FL

Bar Italia Lakewood Ranch, Florida

4.6
4.6
470 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 118 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
Serving house-made sauces, the freshest pastas, and Italian specialties in a bar-centric, white tablecloth Italian Bistro inspired by your favorite NYC Italian restaurants. Our combination of old favorites and new flavors await your next visit. We look forward to sharing our love and passion for Italian food with you.

The menu pays homage to the essence of the great Italian-American restaurants in New York City. Where delicious, exceptionally well-prepared food is served in settings that are simultaneously elegant, comfortable and unpretentious. Familiar dishes like Classic Chicken Parmesan, Bucatini Bolognese, and Spicy Vodka Rigatoni are elevated to a new level.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Fri–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Wed, Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 470 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar Italia in Lakewood Ranch offers a vibrant atmosphere with "amazing service" and delicious Italian cuisine. Diners rave about the fresh, homemade flavors and "great cocktails." While some find the noise level high, the lively ambiance adds to the experience. Perfect for a fun night out with friends.

471 Reviews
  1. Bob

    Tampa

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Very, very noisy. Slow service, uninspired meal, overpriced. Best to avoid, as there are many other options in area.

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  2. PaulT

    VIP

    New York City

    38 reviews

    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First time and we expect to be back. Excellent specials and menu choices; solid service and not rushed even though the restaurant was busy and tables were at a premium. Vibe in quite trendy and chic.

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  3. Doug

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time we’ve eaten here, food and service is outstanding. Only negative is noise level, very hard to carry on a conversation or to hear our server. Will definitely return.

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  4. Vickie

    VIP

    Tampa

    45 reviews

    4.0

    45 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Frist time here, Decor is very nice & outdoor patio looks beautiful once it warms up. Sat at table in lounge area to take advantage of happy hour. Comfy seating. Nice HH drink selection & cocktails were very tasty (old world italia and the lemoncello margarita). HH zuchini fries & stuffed peppers yummp (peppers are hungarian). For dinner had the short rib pasta which was excellent and hubby had the halibut risotto which was good. Service was pretty good, a little slow but accurate and friendly. Will go back.

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  5. Ann

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this restaurant. Service is outstanding, and food never disappoints.

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  6. Heather

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, service and atmosphere were excellent! I will certainly go back.
    Bar Italia Lakewood Ranch, FloridaResponded today
    Thank you, Heather for the feedback, we look forward to seeing you soon. Bar Italia

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  7. Michelle

    Atlanta Metro

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Have the shrimp scampi appetizer! It is fantastic. I had it after learning they removed my favorite shrimp bruschetta from the menu. Beth was great.

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  8. Tracey

    VIP

    Nashville

    46 reviews

    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food and service. Arrived hot and tasty. The bar was very noisy and difficult to have a conversation. However, overall a nice evening.

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  9. Nora

    New York City

    69 reviews

    4.0

    69 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We enjoyed our dinner. The restaurant is very noisy though.

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  10. Steph

    VIP

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Loud . Not super impressed with food . Great service .

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FAQs

Bar Italia Lakewood Ranch, Florida is rated 4.6 stars by 470 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 118 times today
Google Map for Bar Italia Lakewood Ranch, Florida

Lakewood Ranch Boulevard &University Parkway, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Fruitville, Florida
  • Hours of operation
    Fri–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Wed, Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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