Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

4.8

1083 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Dec 17, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

For parties of 13 or more please call the restaurant.

*Weather may interfere with your reservation, we will do our best to accommodate you.*

Out of passion, tradition, hard work and integrity, Bavaro’s opened its doors in March 2009 as the first traditional Neapolitan Pizzeria in the state of Florida. Determined to share their family recipes with the world, Dan Bavaro, his wife Anna-Maria, and their five beautiful children packed their U-Haul, left their friends and family, drove from New Jersey to Tampa, and set out to provide for others the same love, energy, and authenticity that they experience around their own dinner table.

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Private dining

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 552-9131
Website
http://bavarospizza.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our private dining options, perfect for any occasion. The restaurant has 3 different spaces to fit all your needs. Need more than 1 space? Rent out the whole restaurant!
Private party contact
Antonio Bavaro: (813) 437-7406

Location
27 Fletcher Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Cross street
Main Street & Fletcher; Fruitville Rd
Parking details
FREE parking available in the lot directly next to the restaurant. Street parking and public lot available as well as handicap parking in the rear of the building.
Public transit
Fletcher Ave. is one block east of 301. Cross Streets are Fruitville and Main St..Heading East on Main Street pass 301 and make a left onto Fletcher Ave. The restaurant is on the left. Heading East on Fruitville, cross main street and make a right at the Chase bank onto Fletcher Ave. Restaurant is on the right.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Garlic Bread$13.00
Wood-fired dough, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, oregano, parmigiano reggiano
- Pomodoro Sauce$0.00
- Pesto$2.00
- Arrabbiata Sauce$2.00
- Crema$2.00
- Vodka Sauce$4.00
- Bolognese$4.00
Angela's Ricotta Meatballs$14.00
3 pieces. Beef, pork, pancetta, ricotta, house made bread, pomodoro sauce
Heirloom Bruschetta$11.00
4 pieces. Crostini, whipped ricotta, heirloom cherry tomatoes, basil
Wood-Fired Broccolini$13.00
Crumbled crispy prosciutto, Parmigiano Reggiano, EVOO, sea salt, lemon zest
Calabrian Wood-Fired Wings$19.00
8 pieces. Hot honey garlic Parmesan oven roasted chicken wings with pistachio gremolata
Charcuterie Board$23.00
Side of Bread$3.00

Lighter Fare (Sarasota)

Verde$14.00
Baby arugula, heirloom cherry tomato, parmigiano reggiano, lemon, olive oil
Verde (Half)$11.00
Baby arugula, heirloom cherry tomato, parmigiano reggiano, lemon, olive oil
Classic Caesar$13.00
Romaine, crostini, parmigiano reggiano, homemade Caesar dressing
Classic Caesar (Half)$10.00
Romaine, crostini, parmigiano reggiano, homemade Caesar dressing
Stracciatella Caprese$16.00
Marinated heirloom tomato, basil, EVOO, balsamic, pesto, pink peppercorn, crostini
Italian Chopped Salad$18.00
Romaine, red onion, heirloom cherry tomato, olives, soppressata, chicken, Parmigiano Reggiano, provolone, and champagne vinaigrette

Pizza Napoletana (Sarasota)

Margherita Pizza$18.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, parmigiano reggiano, basil, EVOO
Americano Pizza$19.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, pepperoni
Diavola Pizza$19.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, fire roasted peppers, spicy fennel sausage, basil, calabrian chilis
Tre - Carne Pizza$20.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, spicy fennel sausage, spicy soppressata, speck, evoo
Wild Funghi Pizza$18.00
Baby Bella, portobello, and oyster mushrooms, garlic confit, leek, garlic thyme infused evoo. Red or white pie
- Red Pie$0.00
- White Pie$0.00
Burrata Pizza$20.00
Stracciatella, cherry tomato, arugula, parmigiano reggiano, evoo
Whipped Limoncello Pizza$18.00
Whipped limoncello ricotta, basil, garlic thyme infused evoo, crumbled prosciutto di parma, homemade calabrian honey, fried thyme

Pastaria (Sarasota)

Penne Alla Vodka$20.00
Contains pork. Bavaro's famous vodka sauce served with imported penne
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
Tagliatelle Bolognese$23.00
fresh tagliatelle with house-made bolognese sauce
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
- 50/50 Tag (Spicy Meat)$4.00
Spaghetti$23.00
Fresh spaghetti, two beef & pork meatballs, pomodoro sauce, basil oil
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
- No Meatball$0.00
- Sub Sausage$0.00
- Sub Chicken$0.00
- Sub Shrimp$5.00
- Sub Broccolini$8.00
- Sub Vodka Sauce$2.00
- Sub Crema$2.00
Rigatoni Al Funghi$26.00
Rigatoni, chicken, cremini, portobello, and oyster mushrooms, sundried tomato, crema, truffle oil, fried basil
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
Ravioli Al Formaggio$25.00
10 pieces. Fresh pasta filled with mozzarella, parmigiano reggiano, and ricotta cheese served in bavaro's famous vodka sauce
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
- Pomodoro Sauce$0.00
- Pesto$2.00
- Arrabbiata Sauce$2.00
- Crema$2.00
- Vodka Sauce$4.00
- Bolognese$4.00
Mike's Seafood Pasta$32.00
Fresh tagliatelle, middleneck clams, pinot grigio, Calabrian chili, basil oil
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
Pasta Bavaro$16.00
Pick your choice of pasta and sauce
- Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Rigatoni$0.00
- Ravioli Formaggio$2.00
- Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
- Pomodoro Sauce$0.00
- Pesto$2.00
- Arrabbiata Sauce$2.00
- Crema$2.00
- Vodka Sauce$4.00
- Bolognese$4.00
Side of Sauce$0.00
select a 4 oz portion of your favorite Bavaro's homemade sauce
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00

Dolce

1 Piece Cannoli$4.00
Homemade cannoli shell, sweet ricotta filling, powdered sugar
3 Pieces Cannoli$11.00
Homemade cannoli shell, sweet ricotta filling, powdered sugar
Tiramisu$11.00
Espresso, lady fingers, mascarpone cream, Ghirardelli cocoa powder
Nutella Pizza$11.00
Wood-fired dough, nutella spread, powdered sugar

What 1,083 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tampa / Central Florida West
Great for outdoor dining
Sarasota / Bradenton
Neighborhood gem
Sarasota / Bradenton
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

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Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota offers an authentic Italian experience with "fantastic pizza, just like in Italy." Known for its wood-fired Pizza Napolitana and "uniquely prepared pasta," the restaurant delights with "outstanding food and exceptional service." A warm atmosphere and friendly staff make it a "family favorite" destination.

1,083 Reviews

S
Sally
VIP
Naples
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a 5 Star experience. The food and pizzas are incredible; and the best staff anywhere is always on the mark and ready to serve customers. We cannot imagine spending Friday evenings anywhere else. We travel from Bradenton and it's well worth every traffic jam and red light along the way. Thank you, Bavaro's!!
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for dealing with traffic to come dine with us! We appreciate you Sally!
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Ida
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bavaro’s is wonderful. The food is fantastic. Simple, authentic Italian. And the service is always friendly and efficient.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for choosing Bavaro's!
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Charles
VIP
Tampa
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service, sat outside on a chilly night, fireplace kept us warm, great pizza
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded 1 day ago
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Lori
VIP
Naples
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Meatball appetizer and pizza was excellent. Great service and atmosphere.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded 1 day ago
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Dr. C T
VIP
Tampa
92 reviews
4.0
92 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Ate at Bavaro’,s again the other night. Welcomed by the staff and made to feel like a quality guest. Steven did a wonderful job taking care of us again. Pizza was excellent! One of the reasons we frequent the restaurant is because it is dog friendly. Really recommend Bavaro’s
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Dana
New York City
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
I always enjoy Bavaro’s. I love sitting outside when it is cool and the menu choices are great. The one drawback is that the service is somewhat unreliable and very slow. The servers are nice but drinks take a while and come after appetizers, etc. I want to love it. I have been there around 10 times and there are always a few issues.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded 1 day ago
We appreciate the feedback, Dana. We will be addressing this with our team.
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Omar
Tampa
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The only complaint I had was service. We were on the second floor and it took a long time to get waters let alone served food. We went to the bar and loved the service and atmosphere there
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded 1 day ago
Omar, thank you for the feedback, we will be addressing this with our team. Thank you for choosing Bavaro's!
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Sally
VIP
Naples
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another fabulous Friday pizza night at Bavaro's Sarasota with our fave server, Steven, who with Doug, leads a team of amazing staffers. The music on the patio, while familiar &:excellent, can se a little loud, but it also creates a welcoming environment that customers seem to love.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded 6 days ago
We appreciate you Sally!
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Charles
Tampa
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Still the best Neapolitan in town. Love the space, the service and the food.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded 6 days ago
Thank you Charles! We appreciate you and we look forward to seeing you again!
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Briana
Greater Boston
55 reviews
5.0
55 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food, spectacular craft cocktails, and exceptional service—Stephen is the best! Very highly recommend
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-SarasotaResponded on December 2, 2024
Briana, we appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review! See you again soon!
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FAQs

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 552-9131.

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota is rated 4.8 stars by 1083 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 17, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

27 Fletcher Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Main Street & Fletcher; Fruitville Rd
Neighborhood
Sarasota
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
FREE parking available in the lot directly next to the restaurant. Street parking and public lot available as well as handicap parking in the rear of the building.
Public transit
Fletcher Ave. is one block east of 301. Cross Streets are Fruitville and Main St..Heading East on Main Street pass 301 and make a left onto Fletcher Ave. The restaurant is on the left. Heading East on Fruitville, cross main street and make a right at the Chase bank onto Fletcher Ave. Restaurant is on the right.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://bavarospizza.com/
Phone number
(941) 552-9131
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our private dining options, perfect for any occasion. The restaurant has 3 different spaces to fit all your needs. Need more than 1 space? Rent out the whole restaurant!
Private party contact
Antonio Bavaro: (813) 437-7406

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Margherita Pizza

Meats

Burrata Pizza

Antipasti (Sarasota)

Garlic Bread$13.00

Angela's Ricotta Meatballs$14.00

Heirloom Bruschetta$11.00

Wood-Fired Broccolini$13.00

Calabrian Wood-Fired Wings$19.00

Charcuterie Board$23.00

Side of Bread$3.00

Lighter Fare (Sarasota)

Verde$14.00

Verde (Half)$11.00

Classic Caesar$13.00

Classic Caesar (Half)$10.00

Stracciatella Caprese$16.00

Italian Chopped Salad$18.00

Pizza Napoletana (Sarasota)

Margherita Pizza$18.00

Americano Pizza$19.00

Diavola Pizza$19.00

Tre - Carne Pizza$20.00

Wild Funghi Pizza$18.00

Burrata Pizza$20.00

Whipped Limoncello Pizza$18.00

Pastaria (Sarasota)

Penne Alla Vodka$20.00

Tagliatelle Bolognese$23.00

Spaghetti$23.00

Rigatoni Al Funghi$26.00

Ravioli Al Formaggio$25.00

Mike's Seafood Pasta$32.00

Pasta Bavaro$16.00

Side of Sauce$0.00

Dolce

1 Piece Cannoli$4.00

3 Pieces Cannoli$11.00

Tiramisu$11.00

Nutella Pizza$11.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Is Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-Sarasota currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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