Casa Italia

I stopped by Casa Italia last week to get a recommendation from the Indian owners for a good Indian restaurant in Sarasota. I learned that I was more than two years out of date, as just before the pandemic, new (Italian) owners took over the business. They eliminated the Indian offerings and now are a comprehensive resource for fresh Italian meats, cheeses, olives and breads; scratch-prepared foods that taste like my Italian mother’s; and boxed, jarred and canned goods imported from Italy. Walking in and smelling the aroma of garlic and red sauce is an olfactory treat, and seeing the array of specialty products is a feast for the eyes. But it’s tasting that’s a whole ‘nother level of fabulous. I’m so glad I discovered the reinvented Casa Italia!

I was looking for an authentic Italian grocery store in the area and I came across this one. I absolutely fell in love. The people that work there are very knowledgeable and very friendly. I'm probably going to be there every week now that I found this place. I highly recommend their deli. Love all the authentic Italian snacks. The pasta noodles are imported from Italy and so is the sauce.

Absolutely loved this find. Frank is a gem from Staten Island, so he’s a true Italian who knows the struggle of finding good Italian food down here, so he took it upon himself to provide amazing Italian food with an amazing, friendly attitude. He made me feel like I was back home (something I truly miss) with the delicious smells, and all the imported food and ingredients from NY and Italy. Definitely recommend coming here for some of the most delicious Italian bread you can find, and the best Italian hospitality too! Thank you frank!