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Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key, Sarasota, FL

Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key

4.4
4.4
1555 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
5239 Ocean Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34242

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Our casual restaurant has a retro contemporary theme which includes a carved wood bar topped with marble, granite table tops and bright turquoise and red accents flanking the wood-burning brick oven. Terrace seating is shared with our fine dining concept Bella Roma.

Flavio, a third-generation chef from Venice, Italy, says his Farinata is not available anywhere else in the area. The thin pancake (much like a tortilla) is made of chickpeas, baked in the wood-burning oven and enhanced with rosemary and other savory toppings.

Among Flavio's thin-crust pizzas (his grandfather's recipes) are the popular Quattro Stagioni (fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, prosciutto, olives) and the Pizza Vegetariana with assorted grilled veggies. The rustic bread and focaccia are made on the premises. Flavio's also serves up house-made pasta dishes, plus veal and seafood entrees.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Flavio Cristofoli

What 1,555 people are saying

Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Flavio's Brick Oven Bar in Siesta Key offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "fantastic pizza and pasta" and "excellent food and service." The atmosphere is "cute, rustic, old Italian vibes," making it a favorite for many. While service can be slow during busy times, "servers like Andy and Ivan" are often praised for their attentiveness.

1,555 Reviews
  1. Fran VIP

    Grand Rapids78 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    First I do not like giving poor reviews. On Siesta Key, FL on a Friday night you really need to arrive early or have a reservation. When I went into my OT app late and could get a reasonable time slot maybe that should have warned me? But back a few year ago we had eaten here and we honestly didn’t remember not enjoying it. They have various seating area inside and out, the most charming outside area being the upper outside porch area. Unfortunately I didn’t not request that we were seated in an area that was originally part of the parking lot. My chair was facing a parked car, my husband’s looked across this relatively small seating area at the white plastic windows that were down because of the wind. Otherwise he would have been looking at the valet parking attendant. When the waiter came a 1/2 hour after we were seated, he did the normal request for drinks/water. When he returned he asked if we were interested in hearing the specials? Not understand the first several then he didn’t give any pricing which always perturbs us, because we shouldn’t have to ask how much they are? Right? It should automatically be part of the waiters information. Unless the restaurant is so high end that if you have to ask you shouldn’t be eating there. This place wasn’t like that. Then he left to get drinks another 10-15 minutes. Not being real hungry we ordered a Caesar salad and one of their specialty pizza’s. Asking for the salad to come out first which it didn’t. This 12” pizza took forever to come out of the kitchen. But some bread/rolls showed up and the neighboring tables meals arrived as we listened to there complaints while waiting for our meal. Thank goodness we didn’t order full meals! When our salad and pizza came out the salad was crip, actually tasted good. But our pizza was ridiculously bad! One area had nothing but dough, not even sauce and cheese! It was as limp as a rag doll, the sausage was tiny crumbles didn’t taste like sausage. Would not recommend eating here.

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  2. James

    Chicago10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and our server was great! Highly recommend Flavio's!!!

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  3. Jackie

    Greater Boston12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a wonderful meal here. Sat out on the “patio”. Had excellent and attentive service. We (me & my teen) had a very simple order: caprese salad, Greek salad and pizza Marguerita. We shared everything. They brought a basket of fresh bread and focaccia to start, with dipping oil. Focaccia was excellent! Both salads were terrific. The pizza was absolutely wonderful and I am picky about pizza. Crust was deliciously fluffy, not too much sauce or cheese and actual fresh basil leaves. You know how you usually throw away the pizza crusts? Well they were so good we dipped them in the dipping oil and devoured them. This was a simple but very satisfying meal with bill before tip ~$52. Highly recommend and plan to go back. Possibly my fave pizza I’ve ever had, definitely in top 5.

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  4. Darcy

    Orlando3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We loved this hidden jem amidst a ton of beachy places in Siesta Key! The food and service was wonderful!

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  5. Julie

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Had a reservation and sat at the table for over an hour before we were told they were out of what we ordered. Then found out they never even put in our order. Server never asked if we wanted more drinks while we were waiting. Ended up leaving without even getting our food. Manager and server weren’t phased at all. Pretty much told us too bad. Would not recommend

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  6. Carla VIP

    Chicago5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Or party of 6 was promptly seated w reservation. 2 ppl w soup delayed dinner more than expected. Pretty loud everywhere. Food was really great

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  7. justin VIP

    Indiana7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Italian on the key gets busy but worth it totally

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  8. danielle

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The place is bustling and enjoyable with food that is a party in your mouth. The service is attentive even in the crowds. Highly recommend

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  9. Colleen

    Greater Boston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Andy, our waiter made our night. We were sitting waiting for service about 15 minutes and he “happened” upon us and took care of us. He saved our night with his quick wit and great customer service! Thanks so much, Andy!

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  10. BigLou

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fresh and amazing. Staff was great. Our number 1 choice for dinner on Siesta Key.

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Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key is rated 4.4 stars by 1555 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Google Map for Flavio's Brick Oven Bar - Siesta Key

5239 Ocean Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34242

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Canal Rd
  • Neighborhood
    Siesta Key
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Flavio Cristofoli
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Counter Seating, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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