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La Dolce Vita Trattoria - Downtown St Petersburg

4.3 (24)
$31 to $50
Italian
2363 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33713

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La Dolce Vita Trattoria - Downtown St Petersburg

4.3
$31 to $50
Italian
St. Petersburg

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
At our Italian restaurant located in Downtown St.Petersburg, we believe that great food doesn’t need to be complicated — it just needs to be made with LOVE. We serve simple, authentic dishes inspired by the recipes we grew up with, using only the finest ingredients imported straight from Italy. From our pasta to our olive oil, every bite reflects the passion we have for honest, delicious food. Come in, relax, and enjoy the flavors of Italy — just the way we love it.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri–Sun 12:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (727) 851-9114
  • Website
    https://matteotrattoria.com/
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual

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Reviews

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4.3

4.3
(24)
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Dolce Vita Trattoria in Downtown St. Petersburg offers an "authentic experience" with "delicious food and cocktails" and "excellent service." The ambiance is perfect for special occasions despite some high prices. Standout dishes include perfectly seasoned pasta and scrumptious pizza. Service is praised for being attentive and knowledgeable, enhancing the dining experience.
24 Reviews

  1. Bonnie Gold

    Tampa / Central Florida West15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A true authentic experience. The food and cocktails were delicious. Our waitress was attentive and personal. We will be back!

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  2. Valerie Gold

    Miami - Dade4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 7 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Pizza is only available on the weekend and the mozzarella and tomato appetizer was disappointing. The veal dish was good but the portion was small . Overall we thought the restaurant was average.

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  3. Alex Gold

    Tampa / Central Florida West6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, ambiance and good quality. Maybe a little too expensive for pasta but for special occasions it’s worth it.

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  4. Tina Gold

    Las Vegas78 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 10 September 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall this was a very good restaurant. The cocktails were delicious, the appetizer (bruschetta) was tasty but the tomatoes should have been chopped . We shared a Caesar salad that was delicious. My husband had Flounder which was huge but he said tasted a little fishy. I had scampi which was delicious. The prawns were huge!

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  5. Joe

    Philadelphia County8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 31 July 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was just okay, prices were high. On a Friday evening in a popular location we were the only people in the place, not a good sign.

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  6. Corinne

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    GREAT service. Couldn't have asked for a better server. He steered us to the perfect wine and recommended dishes that met our expectations. Food was delicious. Please support this wonderful restaurant. The only thing I could suggest is that the music was kind of clubby - which I found odd given it was an Italian restaurant. Something a little more relaxing would have been nice. The outside music was loud - but no one sitting out there. I wouldn't want to sit out there with such loud music. We could talk normally inside - away from the bar.

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  7. Craig Gold

    Tampa / Central Florida West74 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely a great experience. The food was seasoned perfectly. Pasta cooked perfectly. Luis was fantastic. This will definitely be one of our go to Italian restaurants in DTSP!!

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  8. John Gold

    Tampa / Central Florida West26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was just wonderful. Love the pizza and clam appetizer.

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  9. Lauren

    Philadelphia County10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience at La Dolce Vita! They accommodated our large party and the food was excellent. Our waitress was so kind and friendly. Would definitely recommend!

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  10. John Gold

    Tampa / Central Florida West26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Corey was our server and he was excellent. Very knowledgeable and helpful, even when talking about parking. Will request him in the futire.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri–Sun 12:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (727) 851-9114
  • Website
    https://matteotrattoria.com/
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual

FAQs

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished attire rather than formal wear, and many guests do dress up a touch for special occasions like anniversaries.

Yes, La Dolce Vita Trattoria is often chosen for anniversaries and date nights, with guests praising a warm, welcoming atmosphere, attentive service, and a strong wine and pizza offering.

Portions skew generous, guests frequently note nice portions and leftovers after a meal at La Dolce Vita Trattoria.

La Dolce Vita feels warm and inviting, warm lighting, the aroma of simmering tomato sauce, and a lively hum of conversation create a friendly, trendy-yet-classy Italian dining room.

Saturday is a great pick, multiple guests praise Saturday evenings for excellent food, pizza, and a relaxed, date‑night‑friendly vibe.

For a lively night, go on weekend evenings, Saturday around 6 pm is often bustling and great for a date night; if you want it quieter, one guest found a Friday evening surprisingly calm.

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La Dolce Vita Trattoria - Downtown St Petersburg

4.3
$31 to $50
Italian
St. Petersburg

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
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