La Violetta

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4837 Swift Rd
Sarasota, FL 34231

La Violetta is a charming restaurant located in Sarasota, FL, offering authentic Northern Italian cuisine crafted from traditional recipes. Owned and operated by Emilio and Rosaria, who hail from Parma, Italy, the establishment provides an intimate dining experience reminiscent of rustic Italian country kitchens.

With a focus on fresh ingredients and handmade dishes, La Violetta invites guests to indulge in the simple pleasures of good food and great company. The restaurant's warm atmosphere and extensive wine list ensure that diners enjoy a memorable culinary journey that transports them to the heart of Northern Italy.

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Luke C.
10/2/2025

We were blown away by La Violetta. This was an an amazingly satisfying experience. The ambiance is quaint and well lit. Everything has a rustic feel to it. The owners is from italy and brings...

Marsha Y.
1/1/2026

ambiance was both elegant and rustic. although large restaurant had a homey intimate feel. Menu quite varied. We all ordered something different and none of us were...

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Robert C.
11/8/2024

Every time we visit they seem to have taken the restaurant to a new level. The expanded wine list snd wine room offer all Italian selections dating back to 1975. Prices are terrific. The menu...

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Michelle S.
4/13/2025

Everything was excellent. The menu choices are palette provoking. Our first course choices of the fish trio, tripe and popolo all met with rave reviews. The main courses of Soaghetti al Rocco di...

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Beth S.
12/5/2025

What we order is excellent, but we find the menu very limited because of the focus on truffle. Truffle is in way too many dishes, and I really don't like it.

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