We used to go to this restaurant frequently. Tonight when I express a request for seating, I was rudely told that I was ridiculous. Uncalled for; I won't be back.
Service: 1
Kevin Carney
Great food. Fair prices. Good service even at a busy time. Table was ready right at the reservation time. Loved it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Spaghetti & Cedar Key Clams
Paula Chrostowski
Excellent Italian cuisine.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tim Friedman
Great food and atmosphere’
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Richard Thomas
Disappointing meal. Pizza was underwhelming with minimal toppings or taste. There are better restaurants in the area.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Marko R
So I’ve been coming past this place for a while and we’ve been wanting to try. First of all, I have to admit when we entered, the hostess was “not the hostess with the mostest” and I decided to not name her by name. In fact, she honestly was a bit arrogant. Maybe they felt because I had a hat on shorts that I did not fit a certain profile and she was frankly just arrogantly rude. While I called it out to her directly and I think she did recognize her rudeness, outside of that the food was absolutely spectacular.We highly recommend the chicken, Parmesan, the meat, lovers, pizza, and the tortellini. All of them were absolutely amazing. Great flavors, not heavy, and the side salad is a perfect salad to share for three or more people if it’s a large. The pasta was hot and perfectly al dente along with the pizza.I would give it five stars had we just not been rudely approached by the hostess this would be 5 star. I will adjust my review in the future if we experience anything different but you just can’t be the representation of a great restaurant for one of the best experiences you will have in downtown Sarasota for the money and quality. Thanks to Kendall going above and beyond as our server she saved the review and the total experience. Well done Kendall for recognizing and adapting. Pleasure engaging with you.Look forward to an updated review.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrea Bartels
Great Italian restaurant, by far the best chicken piccatta ever. My husband had the pizza, which was good . But you can't beat the Italian dishes here! Outside patio dining is nice. The interior can be loud, so sitting towards the back inside is recommended.. the bar area is good for dining
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark H.
Caragiulos is a very favorite restaurant. The food is exquisite, the service always wonderful and the setting lovely. I always discover something new that drives me back to the restaurant time after time. Thanks to the chef, the staff and everyone involved.
Marko R.
So I've been coming past this place for a while and we've been wanting to try. First of all, I have to admit when we entered, the hostess was "not the hostess with the mostest" and I decided to not name her by name. In fact, she honestly was a bit arrogant. Maybe they felt because I had a hat on shorts that I did not fit a certain profile and she was frankly just arrogantly rude. While I called it out to her directly and I think she did recognize her rudeness, outside of that the food was absolutely spectacular. We highly recommend the chicken, Parmesan, the meat, lovers, pizza, and the tortellini. All of them were absolutely amazing. Great flavors, not heavy, and the side salad is a perfect salad to share for three or more people if it's a large. The pasta was hot and perfectly al dente along with the pizza. I would give it five stars had we just not been rudely approached by the hostess this would be 5 star. I will adjust my review in the future if we experience anything different but you just can't be the representation of a great restaurant for one of the best experiences you will have in downtown Sarasota for the money and quality. Thanks to Kendall going above and beyond as our server she saved the review and the total experience. Well done Kendall for recognizing and adapting. Pleasure engaging with you. Look forward to an updated review.
Emt J.
Food is off the chain and my server was incredible. Experience was ruined by the two hostesses. They were incredibly rude, condescending, and unhelpful. ill think twice returning here....I am a hostess and i have to say as a hostess youre the first face someone sees when they walk in, youre the representation of the restaurant right off the jump.
Pizzas were the best I have ever had. Great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gayle L-S
We go here nearly every year for our anniversary unless we are out of town during that time. Service is excellent the salads are so fresh and the food is delicious. They may even through in a free dessert. Great wine choices too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yuliana Acevedo
Wonderful place, delicious food
Megan Madison
Caragiulo’s has been a family favorite for years. It felt nostalgic to bring my partner here for his first visit and our meal was exceptional - just as I remembered. Our cocktails were excellent; I ordered the Claudia and liked it so much we’re going to try to replicate it at home. How gorgeous is this avocado burrata toast???I cannot recommend this spot enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wix Estate Sales
I sat at the bar and had dinner with your bartender. Chuck or Charles! What a great person! Between the people next to me and the other side to me, he had us all laughing all night. It was a great experience. I’ll be back soon as well the other four!
We used to go to this restaurant frequently. Tonight when I express a request for seating, I was rudely told that I was ridiculous. Uncalled for; I won't be back.
Service: 1
Great food. Fair prices. Good service even at a busy time. Table was ready right at the reservation time. Loved it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Spaghetti & Cedar Key Clams
Excellent Italian cuisine.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and atmosphere’
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Disappointing meal. Pizza was underwhelming with minimal toppings or taste. There are better restaurants in the area.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
So I’ve been coming past this place for a while and we’ve been wanting to try. First of all, I have to admit when we entered, the hostess was “not the hostess with the mostest” and I decided to not name her by name. In fact, she honestly was a bit arrogant. Maybe they felt because I had a hat on shorts that I did not fit a certain profile and she was frankly just arrogantly rude. While I called it out to her directly and I think she did recognize her rudeness, outside of that the food was absolutely spectacular.We highly recommend the chicken, Parmesan, the meat, lovers, pizza, and the tortellini. All of them were absolutely amazing. Great flavors, not heavy, and the side salad is a perfect salad to share for three or more people if it’s a large. The pasta was hot and perfectly al dente along with the pizza.I would give it five stars had we just not been rudely approached by the hostess this would be 5 star. I will adjust my review in the future if we experience anything different but you just can’t be the representation of a great restaurant for one of the best experiences you will have in downtown Sarasota for the money and quality. Thanks to Kendall going above and beyond as our server she saved the review and the total experience. Well done Kendall for recognizing and adapting. Pleasure engaging with you.Look forward to an updated review.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great Italian restaurant, by far the best chicken piccatta ever. My husband had the pizza, which was good . But you can't beat the Italian dishes here! Outside patio dining is nice. The interior can be loud, so sitting towards the back inside is recommended.. the bar area is good for dining
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Caragiulos is a very favorite restaurant. The food is exquisite, the service always wonderful and the setting lovely. I always discover something new that drives me back to the restaurant time after time. Thanks to the chef, the staff and everyone involved.
So I've been coming past this place for a while and we've been wanting to try. First of all, I have to admit when we entered, the hostess was "not the hostess with the mostest" and I decided to not name her by name. In fact, she honestly was a bit arrogant. Maybe they felt because I had a hat on shorts that I did not fit a certain profile and she was frankly just arrogantly rude. While I called it out to her directly and I think she did recognize her rudeness, outside of that the food was absolutely spectacular. We highly recommend the chicken, Parmesan, the meat, lovers, pizza, and the tortellini. All of them were absolutely amazing. Great flavors, not heavy, and the side salad is a perfect salad to share for three or more people if it's a large. The pasta was hot and perfectly al dente along with the pizza. I would give it five stars had we just not been rudely approached by the hostess this would be 5 star. I will adjust my review in the future if we experience anything different but you just can't be the representation of a great restaurant for one of the best experiences you will have in downtown Sarasota for the money and quality. Thanks to Kendall going above and beyond as our server she saved the review and the total experience. Well done Kendall for recognizing and adapting. Pleasure engaging with you. Look forward to an updated review.
Food is off the chain and my server was incredible. Experience was ruined by the two hostesses. They were incredibly rude, condescending, and unhelpful. ill think twice returning here....I am a hostess and i have to say as a hostess youre the first face someone sees when they walk in, youre the representation of the restaurant right off the jump.
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Pizzas were the best I have ever had. Great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We go here nearly every year for our anniversary unless we are out of town during that time. Service is excellent the salads are so fresh and the food is delicious. They may even through in a free dessert. Great wine choices too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful place, delicious food
Caragiulo’s has been a family favorite for years. It felt nostalgic to bring my partner here for his first visit and our meal was exceptional - just as I remembered. Our cocktails were excellent; I ordered the Claudia and liked it so much we’re going to try to replicate it at home. How gorgeous is this avocado burrata toast???I cannot recommend this spot enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I sat at the bar and had dinner with your bartender. Chuck or Charles! What a great person! Between the people next to me and the other side to me, he had us all laughing all night. It was a great experience. I’ll be back soon as well the other four!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5