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Dolce Vita

Italian • Southport
Sugarvine
4.6/5
(01704) 575535 90 Station Road, Ainsdale, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 3HW (01704)5…Show
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Second-generation, family run Italian that's been a mainstay of the Ainsdale dining scene for more than 30 years.
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About Dolce Vita

Dolce Vita has been a mainstay of the Ainsdale dining scene for more than 30 years with the second generation of the family now closely involved with the business. The restaurant has its own distinct and vibrant atmosphere and serves a wide selection of Italian and Mediterranean dishes at competitive prices. Everything is freshly prepared under the supervision of Head Chef Tom Wareing (who trained under Gordon Ramsay and Marcus Wareing) and Damiano Cardillo-Stagno (second generation family member who learned his trade from his father and Dolce Vita founder Mario). Front-of-house is handled by Damiano's brother Stefano. The menu covers all of the Italian classics as well as gluten-free and vegetarian options. Dolce Vita is open for lunch and dinner Tuesday to Sunday and groups and parties are welcome. Ainsdale's Bar Mio is a sister venue.

Sugarvine
4.6
Food 4.6/5
Service 4.6/5
Atmosphere 4.6/5
Value for Money 4.5/5
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Opening Times
Mon closed
Tue 12:00 - 14:00 17:00 - 21:00
Wed 12:00 - 14:00 17:00 - 21:00
Thu 12:00 - 14:00 17:00 - 21:00
Fri 12:00 - 14:00 17:00 - 21:30
Sat 12:00 - 14:00 17:00 - 21:30
Sun 12:00 - 19:30 —
Closed every Monday including Bank Holiday.
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Linda rostron
Fabulous food. Prawns and salmon to start for us both flowed by ravioli and chicken stroganoff. Very tasty and cooked well. Staff very friendly and attentive
Rik Bentley
Fantastic food, fantastic wine, fantastic staff, the place is fabulous 100% recommend
Giovanna covino
5.0
Deb atkinson
We’ve lived in Ainsdale for 40 years and started enjoying meals at the Dolce Vita many years ago. We always went there for celebratory meals. Now our children have grown cup and left home and my husband and I are still enjoying their delicious meals. The staff are pleasant and the atmosphere friendly., We are so lucky to have such a wonderful restaurant in our village
Paul
Great food and service. Great gluten option for my wife. She was even able to have a pizza. That's a rarity.
Mike
Mike Houghton
A birthday meal with one of my children and his partner, My first visit for over 10 years, I only live 5 minute walk away and go past it most days and the lady who lives next door eats there at least once a week. I eat out often, but for some unknown reason it is always off my radar. We ate at 630pm this Wednesday, it was not full, nor was it empty and a nice atmosphere. We all just had a pizza for a one course meal and the portions were so large we only just got through them and were glad we did not have starters or entertain sweets and finished off with coffees. The food was of the highest standard, the staff were very attentive and friendly. It will most certainly be back on my radar and another visit is planned soon.
Dawn Collins
We just love this restaurant. Friendly staff, fab food & wonderful atmosphere. Always have a great evening & can highly recommend
Frank Yates
We've waited a long time for this. At last restrictions eased and we returned for our wedding anniversary meal. We were not disappointed. Just so nice to go to a buzzing happy restaurant where the staff all welcome you and the food is as good as anywhere in Southport. Makes a great change from eating at home. What a lift to our spirits. Non of this over fussy regulations that some places still have. Food was as good as it always was. Service is great, and a special thanks to Sandro for the Amorettos to toast our celebration. Will we go again? we have already booked.
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Fact File

Main dining room capacity 70
Booking policy Reservations preferred
Max group booking size 26
Average 3 course lunch price (excluding drinks) £14.95
Average 3 course evening meal price (excluding drinks) £18.95
House wine price £18.95
Wines available 25
Alcohol license Fully licensed

Special Dietary Requirements

Vegetarian catering Some vegetarian main course options
Vegan catering Vegan Food cooked by request only
Halal catering No Halal Food
Wheat/Gluten catering Wheat / Gluten Free food cooked by request only

Family Friendly

Baby changing Yes

Disabled Facilities

Wheelchair access throughout facility Yes
Dedicated disabled toilets Yes

Additional Information

Wifi Free
Payment by credit card Yes
Payment by debit card Yes
Takeaway services Yes
Covered smoking area No Covered Area