DOLCE ITALIA – Italian
A small Gateway Avenue dining room in Sarasota where Tiziana Di Costanzo, from the island of Ischia, opened a bakery in 2010 and began serving her family's pasta at night. It quickly became a restaurant. Matthew, a waiter there since 2014, took ownership in 2022 and kept the core staff. The kitchen cooks southern Italian and means it: Napoletan eggplant under warm ricotta, trenne in creamy plum tomato with mozzarella and mushrooms, pappardelle di Maria on eggplant puree, linguine frutti di mare, lasagna Emiliana, gnocchi alla Sorrentina. Beer and wine only. Dinner Wednesday through Saturday. Reserve; the room is small.
6551 GATEWAY AVE, SARASOTA, FL, 34231 941-921-7007 https://dolceitaliarestaurant.com/about-us/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, slow-carb
Diet fit at DOLCE ITALIA
Halal at DOLCE ITALIA
DOLCE ITALIA in Sarasota has 26 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Napoletan Eggplant, Acqua Panna and Gnocchi di Patate Alla Sorrentina. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at DOLCE ITALIA
DOLCE ITALIA in Sarasota has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Roasted Red Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at DOLCE ITALIA
DOLCE ITALIA in Sarasota has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Acqua Panna and Roasted Red Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at DOLCE ITALIA
DOLCE ITALIA in Sarasota has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Acqua Panna and Roasted Red Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at DOLCE ITALIA
DOLCE ITALIA in Sarasota has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Peroni NA, Penne All' Arrabbiata and Moretti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at DOLCE ITALIA
DOLCE ITALIA in Sarasota has 26 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Napoletan Eggplant, Acqua Panna and Gnocchi di Patate Alla Sorrentina. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at DOLCE ITALIA
DOLCE ITALIA in Sarasota has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Acqua Panna, Gnocchi di Patate Alla Sorrentina and Burrata. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at DOLCE ITALIA
DOLCE ITALIA in Sarasota has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Moretti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at DOLCE ITALIA
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cesare | 17 g | 35.8 g |
| Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca | 22.5 g | 30 g |
| Penne Bolognese | 40.1 g | 26.4 g |
| Cannoli | 85.7 g | 26 g |
| Lasagna Emiliana | 74.2 g | 21.9 g |
| Roasted Red Peppers | 4.3 g | 20.7 g |
| Melanzane Alla Parmigiana | 32.2 g | 19.7 g |
| Chicken | 37.9 g | 17.8 g |
| Caprese | 10.7 g | 16.3 g |
| Red Snapper Filet | 52.8 g | 10.7 g |
| Linguine with Shrimp | 1.9 g | 9.9 g |
| Bresaola | 31.6 g | 9.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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Menu
Antipasti (Appetizers)
- Napoletan Eggplant - $19: Chopped eggplant sauteed with crushed plum tomato sauce, basil, topped with warm ricotta and parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Antipasto - $30: Burrata over arugula with sliced tomato and shaved parmesan, prosciutto parma, and roasted red peppers in olive oil with caper, basil, lemon juice, oregano and garlic Dietary tags: Juice-Cleanse
- Shrimp Aragonese - $22: Shrimp sauteed in olive oil with crushed plum tomato, roasted red peppers, basil, garlic, capers, and lemon juice Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Juice-Cleanse
- Burrata - $20: Mozzarella with creamy center served with arugula, sliced tomato, and shaved parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Caprese - $14: Slices of mozzarella and tomato with basil and oregano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Melanzane Alla Parmigiana - $14: Sliced eggplant sauteed in olive oil with marinara, mozzarella, and parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Bresaola - $21: Thin sliced cured beef served with arugula, shaved parmigiano, and lemon slice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Mussels Posillipo - $21: Mussels sauteed in white wine, olive oil, tomato sauce, and garlic Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Atkins, Slow-Carb
- Prosciutto Parma - $16: Sliced prosciutto served with mozzarella and shaved parmesan
- Roasted Red Peppers - $12: Roasted red peppers in olive oil with caper, garlic, basil, lemon juice and oregano on arugula and mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Juice-Cleanse
Insalate (Salads)
- Pomodori - $11: Chopped romaine, bleu cheese crumbles, sliced tomato, crouton, red onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Mista - $8: Spring mix with two whole Castelvetrano olives, shredded carrot, sliced tomato Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Arugula - $10: Arugula with sliced cherry tomato and shaved parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Spinaci - $10: Spinach with goat cheese, sliced tomato, and red onion Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Cesare - $10: Chopped romaine, grated parmesan, croutons, caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
Primi Piatti (Pasta)
- Trenne Dolce Italia - $26: Triangle tubes with creamy plum tomato sauce, mozzarella, chopped mushrooms, and parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Linguine Seafood 'Frutti di Mare' - $36: Shrimp, mussels, clams, calamari, diced grouper with napoletan red seafood sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Pappardelle Di Maria - $29: Crushed plum tomato pomodoro sauce with basil, crumbled sausage, parmesan, bed of eggplant puree
- Fettucine Primavera with Shrimp - $29: Spinach, onion, mushroom, roasted red pepper, and eggplant sauteed in olive oil and garlic with shrimp Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline
- Angel Hair with Shrimp & Pancetta - $30: Shrimp sauteed in white wine, olive oil, garlic, basil, onion, cherry tomato, roasted red pepper, touch of cream, topped with pancetta
- Fettuccine al Pesto Crema - $28: Blended basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, cream, crumbled sausage, bed of marinara, parmesan
- Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca - $21: Crushed plum tomato, olive oil, garlic, capers, black olives, basil Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Lasagna Emiliana - $23: Layered flat pasta with bolognese, mozzarella, bechamel, marinara, parmesan Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Gnocchi di Patate Alla Sorrentina - $22: Potato/flour gnocchi with marinara, mozzarella, parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Gnocchi di Patate ai Quattro Formaggi - $22: Potato/flour gnocchi in cream sauce with mozzarella, parmesan, provolone, gorgonzola Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Spaghetti with Meatballs - $23: Marinara with two meatballs (beef/pork/veal blend) Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Penne All' Arrabbiata - $21: Crushed plum tomato, olive oil, garlic, basil, crushed red pepper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Penne Bolognese - $23: Slow cooked sauce made with finely ground beef, tomatoes, red wine, bay leaf
- Linguine with Shrimp - $24: Sauteed shrimp in a red seafood sauce: marinara, white wine, olive oil, garlic Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Penne Salsa Rosa - $19: Marinara reduced with cream, topped with parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $19: Cream, butter, mozzarella and parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Secondi Piatti (Main Course)
- Chicken Scalloppini - $24: Chicken breast pounded thin and lightly floured, served with side of penne. Choice of Piccata, Pizzaiola, or Puttanesca sauce
- Red Snapper Filet - $29: Lightly floured snapper cooked in choice of Piccata, Pizzaiola, or Puttanesca sauce. Served with side of penne Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Add-ons & Sides
- Crumbled Sausage - $6: Add-on for pasta dishes
- Chicken - $7: Add-on for pasta dishes
- Shrimp - $8: Add-on for pasta dishes Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Two Meatballs - $8: Side with marinara Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Dolce (Dessert)
- Torte Al Limoncello - $10: Layers of lemon cake & mascarpone cheese buttercream doused with limoncello liqueur Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tiramisu Al Caffe - $10: Espresso soaked ladyfingers layered Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tiramisu Alla Mandorla - $10: Almond liqueur soaked ladyfingers layers of mascarpone custard topped with chopped almonds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cannoli - $10: Crisp cannoli shell filled with sweet ricotta and chocolate chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Affogato Al Caffè - $10: Vanilla gelato topped with a shot of hot espresso Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cioccolate Vesuvio - $10: Hot Lava cake opposite cookie crumble atop vanilla gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Gelato Nutella - $10: Vanilla gelato under chocolate hazelnut Nutella and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Pistachio Tartufo - $10: Pistachio gelato with chocolate and Graham cracker shell Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Peroni - $8: Bottle Beer
- Moretti - $8: Bottle Beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Azzurri Blonde - $8: Bottle Beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Bud Light - $6: Bottle Beer
- Peroni NA - $6: Non-alcoholic Bottle Beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- San Pellegrino - $7: Bottle Water
- Acqua Panna - $7: Bottle Water Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC
- Coke - $3: Can Soda
- Diet Coke - $3: Can Soda
- Sprite - $3: Can Soda
Frequently Asked Questions about DOLCE ITALIA
- Is DOLCE ITALIA halal-friendly?
- Yes. DOLCE ITALIA has 26 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Napoletan Eggplant, Acqua Panna and Gnocchi di Patate Alla Sorrentina.
- What can I eat at DOLCE ITALIA on a halal diet?
- Napoletan Eggplant, Acqua Panna and Gnocchi di Patate Alla Sorrentina carry the halal tag, out of 26 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does DOLCE ITALIA have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Peroni NA and Penne All' Arrabbiata.
- What is the highest-protein dish at DOLCE ITALIA?
- Cesare, at roughly 35.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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