Business Details
19 Years
experience
Authentic Italian Dining Experience in Pinellas Park
Da Sesto Italiano Ristorante e Vino has been serving authentic regional Italian cuisine since 2007. Founded by Chef Sesto, a native of Italy's Marche region, our restaurant combines traditional recipes with fresh pasta made locally by Tampasta Company. Over 15 years, we've grown from a boutique eatery to a celebrated dining destination in Pinellas Park, Florida, earning TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence Hall of Fame for six consecutive years and the Best of Tampa Bay award for 16 years.Our extensive wine collection features exceptional Italian varietals, particularly from Marche, complementing both classic dishes like lasagna bolognese and innovative creations. Chef Sesto personally curates every menu item and wine selection, ensuring an authentic Italian experience that has made us a local favorite for special occasions and casual dining alike.
Services
Italian Restaurant
Catering Services
Wine Bar
Private Events
Online Ordering
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 15+ years serving authentic Italian cuisine with fresh pasta made daily
- Award-winning restaurant with TripAdvisor Hall of Fame recognition
- Extensive Italian wine collection featuring Marche-region specialties
- Full-service catering for events from intimate gatherings to weddings
- Chef-created menu blending traditional recipes with modern innovations
What people say
Authentic Italian experience
Excellent service
Best Italian restaurant
Live mandolin player
Perfect special occasion spot
Services
Italian Restaurant
Our award-winning restaurant serves authentic regional Italian cuisine with fresh pasta made daily. Chef Sesto's Marche-region heritage inspires traditional dishes like lasagna bolognese alongside modern creations. The elegant dining room accommodates special occasions and casual meals, featuring white tablecloth service and a sophisticated ambiance that earned Best of Tampa Bay recognition for 16 consecutive years.
Catering Services
We provide full-service catering for events of all sizes, from intimate gatherings to weddings. Our offerings include family-style dinners, buffet setups, and premium plated service with professional staff. Menus feature classic Italian dishes, antipasti platters, and custom options for dietary needs. Our team handles rentals, setup, and event planning to ensure flawless execution of your celebration or corporate function.
Wine Bar
Our extensive wine program showcases over 100 Italian varietals, emphasizing Marche-region specialties. The wine list includes rare Amarone DOCG vintages, Barolo riservas, and carefully curated pairings for pasta and meat dishes. Knowledgeable staff offer recommendations for both connoisseurs and casual diners, with options available by the glass, bottle, or tasting flight to complement every course.
Private Events
We host private events in dedicated spaces that accommodate 20-100 guests. Our team coordinates customized menus, premium table settings, and professional service for weddings, anniversaries, and corporate functions. Full buyout options include exclusive access to the main dining room and outdoor patio with cigar lounge, ensuring a memorable celebration with authentic Italian ambiance.
Online Ordering
Convenient online ordering allows customers to enjoy our signature dishes at home. The menu includes family-style meal kits, individual entrees, and dessert platters with pickup options. Our catering menu translates to easy preparation at home, while the restaurant's full wine list remains available for curbside pickup to create complete dining experiences beyond our dining room.
Questions
What Italian regional specialties do you offer?
We specialize in Marche-region cuisine from Chef Sesto's homeland, featuring dishes like olive ascolane, vincisgrassi, and brodetto. Our wine list emphasizes Verdicchio and Rosso Conero from this coastal region.
Do you offer catering for large events?
Yes, our full-service catering accommodates events from 10 to 100+ guests with customizable menus, professional service, and rental coordination for weddings, corporate functions, and private celebrations.
What are your dress code requirements?
We maintain a smart casual dress code. Gentlemen are requested to wear collared shirts, while ladies may wear dresses or elegant separates. Formal attire is recommended for special occasions.
Can I purchase wine by the bottle to go?
Our complete wine list is available for purchase to enjoy at home, including rare vintages and large format bottles. Staff can provide storage and serving recommendations for optimal enjoyment.
Do you offer gluten-free options?
Yes, we provide gluten-free pasta alternatives for most entrees and can accommodate celiac dietary needs with advance notice to ensure proper kitchen preparation.
Is valet parking available?
Complimentary valet parking is offered during dinner service and special events. Self-parking is available in our spacious lot with accessible spaces designated near the entrance.
Reviews (6)
Angela Parkhurst
Apr 20, 2022
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This place is the best italian food around! As an Italian, I dont like to go out for it because so many places fall flat, but this place is as authentic as it gets. The gnocchi is PHENOMENAL, literally best ever. The eggplant parm was awesome too! We could literally drink the pesto. And our server was super nice. Will be back!
Sarah Newton
Mar 28, 2022
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Da Sesto is the best authentic Italian food that I have had in the area. The pasta and sauces are fresh and rich in flavor. The service was great, our waiter Steve was wonderful. Their wine list is the longest I've ever seen! They are opening a bourbon/cigar lounge that will be a very cool addition. We will be returning soon for more raviolis. My favorite it the ravioli with Gorgonzola cheese and pear.
Monica Dulin
Mar 21, 2022
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Absolutely classic, the ambiance, the cocktails, and the Food! Oh, yes please and thank you. Best Italian in St. Petersburg.
Diana
Feb 22, 2022
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One of our favorite places! Fresh seafood with a custom menu. Staff are usually pleasant. Once you've had fresh, homemade pasta, it's hard to go back to regular pasta!
Michael Sobzack
Feb 18, 2022
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Outstanding! In town for a week. Found this place on Google. So good, we made reservations for the end of our week as well. Why? Let's start with the obvious - the food. So good! We had the lasagna and the pasta alla Sesto. Finished with Aunt Bettina's cheesecake. Everything was great. Now the clincher - the people. It was a busy night and Blake set the right expectations when he sat us. Cassandra took care of us all night and even though she was busy, she did an awesome job.
We sat at the bar to eat and Ashley was working the antipasto station in front of us and was super friendly. Finally, when Donna heard we wanted to see the dessert menu but Cassandra was in the middle of something, she was on top of it. If we could have passed our comments on to Sesto himself, we'd have told him that he and his team created the perfect experience for us and we can't wait to come back!
We sat at the bar to eat and Ashley was working the antipasto station in front of us and was super friendly. Finally, when Donna heard we wanted to see the dessert menu but Cassandra was in the middle of something, she was on top of it. If we could have passed our comments on to Sesto himself, we'd have told him that he and his team created the perfect experience for us and we can't wait to come back!
Verone Lazio
Feb 15, 2022
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The food was excellent. We also appreciated the curtain dividers to help provide additional separation between rooms. The restaurant is loved by many and was completely filled to capacity so you must make a reservation if you plan on attending. We removed one star only because our server was so rushed every time he came to our table. He was always running and we felt rushed in this regard as a result. This is an area that can be improved upon. Other than the service issue, we will return.
