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Da Giorgio
5702 Marina Dr. Phone: 941- 779-0220 Fax: 941-779-0221 |
What They Are
Saying About Us...
“Rated
one of the Top 400 Restaurants in Florida”
Florida Trend Magazine
“His culinary work is absolutely exquisite, the very best”
Bon Appetit
“Impeccable Italian
Fare…spectacular…feast on a grand scale”
Taste Dining & Travel
“Outstanding…elegant…a
revelation…delicious…a talented,
imaginative chef presented beautifully…three thumbs up”
The Longboat Observer
“Rich, luscious…delightful…very good food…a much sought place” Sarasota Herald Tribune
“2007 Contes Winner in The Category of Favorite: Italian Restaura”
The Sun
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Award-Winning Chef Giorgio Oldano has headed Culinary Teams at fine
restaurants in London, Paris and Rome. Now, Anna Maria Island is his
home where he creates culinary magic nightly with Authentic Northern
Italian and Provincial Cuisine.
We’ve always been enchanted by this establishment and you will be too! Gladys (Giorgio’s wife and partner) greeted us with a warm smile and provided us with seating and a listing of fine wines ranging from affordable to pricey. The two of us sipped from an excellent bottle of Barbera di Asti ($38.00), a smooth, medium bodied red wine and munched on warm Ciabatta Bread, baked on premises, with a fabulous olive spread called Intingolo. A quick glance at paintings around the room had me viewing the splendor of Giorgio’s hometown, Asti, (as in Asti Spumante), in Northern Italy. We were soon swept up with an enchanting performance of Italian melodies with occasional rounds from Giorgio himself. The music is “very” tastefully performed with piano and trumpet solos from Tuesday through Saturday evenings. An OUTSTANDING appetizer of Sottilissima Albese ($9.95) was shared by the two of us featuring thin slices of tender, rare beef with shavings of Parmesan cheese. The soup of the day is not to be missed as this evening we enjoyed a creamy tomato- basil blend ($5.95). Tricolor mixed greens served with shaved Parmesan cheese and balsamic vinegar dressing ($6.95) soon followed. Both were exceptional, but if I were to choose between the two, by all means go for the SOUP! He’s a MASTER! For entrees, we each selected something different and shared our choices. All entrees except the pastas and eggplant are served with vegetables and potato or polenta. My spouse thoroughly enjoyed a rich flavorful Veal Marsalla ($18.95) with porcini mushrooms that was colorfully presented with yellow squash, zucchini, carrots and polenta. I was “captivated” by the Fettuccini al Salmone Affumicato ($18.95), homemade noodles served with sautéed smoked salmon, onions and a full bodied pink cream sauce that clung to the light pasta noodles. When visiting this establishment, keep in mind that all pastas are made in house, by hand! On a previous visit we sampled the Lasagna All’Emiliana ($14.95), a traditional Italian lasagna with meat sauce that’s topped with a thin layer of béchamel. Very Good! Other pasta dishes include Fettuccini Bolognese, Penne Alla Vodka, Linguini Alle Vongole Veraci, Freschezza Del Mare as well as Gnocchi Al Gorgonzola and more. Veal Shrimp, Tuna Steak, Filet Mignon, Rack of Lamb, Eggplant and Risotto are also main attractions. Prices range from $13.95 to $28.95. “I Dolci” or dessert is a MUST! A sinfully delicious Crème Brulee ($4.95) features a sugary crystallized surface with a hint of orange that breaks through to spectacular cream custard. The Chocolate Hazelnut or Cheesecake and Tiramisu are also excellent choices. But, we desired sweetness without the calories. The lemon sorbet was the perfect choice. A very nice finish to a superb evening! (Exploring Sarasota) |
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