Ortygia

The meals are creative and delicious every time we go. Hidden away in an artsy neighborhood.

Small, intimate setting with great food and a nice wine selection- in the Village of the Arts

A cozy restaurant with European charm and impeccable service by Mel et al. And, yes, mama mia gourmet cuisine well thought out every week! This is not a run-of-the pizza joint. It's all about complex yet refined combinations!

Great authentic Italian food, If you have been to Italy, you know what I mean. Fresh ingredients prepared fresh.

Small place in the Village of the Arts in Bradenton. We came in on a Saturday evening without reservations. They didn’t have a table inside, but they were able to set us up outside on their beautiful patio. The menu is unique. It seems they have two items that are consistently on the menu, but the rest are different each week. The food was spectacular. They don’t serve liquor but they do offer a wide range of wines and a few beers. We shared a bottle of wine that went perfectly with our meal. Our server was knowledgeable of both the menu and the various wines offered. She was friendly and outgoing. The chef came out to speak to us on the patio and see how we were enjoying our meal. Overall a great place. No. It’s not like the chain places….and that’s what makes it great.

Superbly prepared Entree. Intimate setting. Friendly Chef and Staff. Owner and Chef visited our table twice. Very friendly and skilled. Fresh Vegetables and Hand-made Pasta and sauce. Chicken was the most moist and tasty that I have ever eaten. Perfection is this Chef's name! Parking: Close by and an easy short walk.

I took my husband there last Saturday to celebrate his birthday. We were seated right away and served to the end with minimal waiting time throughout our time there! Gaetano is amazing, as always. The servers were great too ! The eggplant dish (La Norma) and the Monzu chicken dish were tasty and very flavorful! Would recommend this restaurant to anyone who loves Italian/ Sicilian cuisine! We’ll be back!

My son found this place in a google search. Place is great! The owner chef came out and visited checked on everyone to make sure they were enjoying his place. Dietary restrictions: Was accompanied with a nut allergy.

Feel at home with great food, attentive and friendly service, and a wide choice of wines...chef Gaetano makes sure to do the rounds and make sure everyone is happy!