Restaurants & Bars
Italy Bottega Authentic Italian in the Heart of Downtown St. Pete
Dine in, Carry out, or Make it at Home
Tampa Bay Food Tours recently sat down to visit and dine with Italy Bottega owner Federico Faneli. After operating in the Boston and Miami markets he pulled up stakes and chose St. Pete as the new home for his vision. Sharing his love of all things Italian via an authentic Italian market and wine shop.
The space is no frills but very comfortable. Being a veteran restaurant operator it was important to Federico to focus on the food and not have higher prices based on elaborate décor.
The new location at 1045 Central Ave. had its challenges but Federico persevered transforming the space and settling into the neighborhood.
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The map on the wall is a great reference point for the origins of the ingredients and wines.
There are lots of coffee options and all are crafted with care.
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They make all of their desserts and pastries in house with lots of love from chef Roberta.
Their goal is that you can recreate any of menu items at home so they carry all authentic essentials to make meals full of taste and tradition in your own kitchen.
Shown below is a brunch offering of lox dish.
Their Italian specialty dishes will transport you to Italy. We chose to split the delicious lasagna bolognese. Note this is a half portion shown.
Pasta special of the day scrumptious ravioli with mushrooms.
Taglieri - Charcuterie boards are available as a meat & cheese or veggie & cheese options.
Create your own masterpiece to take home from the deli case.
Vegetarian salad- spring mix, grilled zucchini, grilled eggplant, dried tomato, marinated onions with balsamic vinegar.
The desserts are authentic and plentiful and will impress you.
Pistachio cake-
Tiramisu-
Cannoli's-
Fresh pasta and sauces are available for take away.
Like many Central Ave spots they currently have an expanded outdoor dining area.
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