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Osteria 500

Osteria 500

Eat Local in Sarasota

4.4 1,107 Google reviews$20–60

+1 941 866 89 621580 Lakefront Dr, Sarasota, Florida 34240

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1580 Lakefront Dr, Sarasota, Florida 34240

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About

Osteria 500 brings the heart of Southern Italy to Waterside at Lakewood Ranch with a truly authentic and family-friendly dining experience. Known for our traditional Italian recipes and fresh, imported ingredients, every dish tells a story of Italian heritage and flavor. Join us for a warm, inviting atmosphere with weekly live entertainment — enjoy the soulful sound of a violist on Tuesdays, smooth saxophone on Thursdays, and a lively DJ on Fridays and Saturdays. Don’t miss our outdoor cocktail truck, the perfect spot to mingle and sip handcrafted drinks under the stars. Osteria 500 is more than a meal — it’s a genuine taste of Italy.

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Hours

Monday
11 AM to 9:30 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 9:30 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 9:30 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 9:30 PM
Friday
11 AM to 10:30 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 10:30 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 9:30 PM

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