There's only one thing to say! Food Excellent, Antipasto misto,Bruschetta Grouper scampi and the terimisu. Service by Jay Excellent very professional. Ambiance Excellent. pricing for a bottle of Pinot Griogio wine and a cup of Americano and for the whole meal Excellent. Do not pass this place up,best italian food! What could I say Excellent!! read more

Food was good, plentiful portions. Presentation excellent. Like most restaurants these days, steak choices were pricey. This restaurant does however let itself down (and its score), for two reasons; Dark as a cave in there, & So noisy. We couldn't hear our dining mates over the din. And what's with the darkness, what are they hiding? I'm not sure which was worse... read more

Still daydreaming about the food we had here! My husband had the carbonara, I had the Marsala. The pasta was fresh, the sauces were absolutely fantastic, and the chicken was moist and seasoned brilliantly -- clearly, the kitchen crew enjoy what they do! The atmosphere was great, a lovely date night out. Our server, Brandon, was excellent, personable, and happy to give recommendations when I couldn't decide on a dish. We will be back! A new favourite, maybe. read more

Divieto Ristorante - Estero - Marsala - Italian Near Me - Estero, Florida

Went last night. (Again). Consistent great service from our waiter. Food was delicious, well seasoned. I had the steak special and house salad. Steak was served with mashed potatoes. Forgot to take pictures until after started eating. Had leftovers. Good portion. Still a solid recommendation. Tables inside, outside & bar side. Booths and tables. Kitchen is open to viewing. If looking for a great place. Clean, decor is great. Staff friendly and easy going, this place still is a great option! read more

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An exceptional dining experience from start to finish. Our server, Joan, was outstanding throughout the entire evening--attentive, professional, and impressively knowledgeable about both the menu and the wine pairings and overall a great server, His recommendations truly elevated the experience. The supporting staff was amazing, when they noticed my love for parmigiana cheese, while grating he offered me a small price of the fresh cheese, it was so amazing and made my night. The little things really showed. To begin, I ordered the Lychee Cocktail, which was absolutely delightful. It leans toward the sweeter side, which I personally enjoy, and it was perfectly balanced and refreshing. My boyfriend ordered the espresso martini and mentioned it was the best he has ever had. For our meal, we tried the Alfredo prepared in the parmesan wheel, which was nothing short of incredible--rich, flavorful, and easily one of the most memorable dishes I've ever had. I initially ordered the Frutti di Mare seafood pasta with added steak. While beautifully prepared, the seafood flavor was slightly stronger than my personal preference. However, this was purely subjective and likely just my own taste. The staff graciously exchanged it for the shrimp Alfredo, which turned out to be absolutely phenomenal--creamy, perfectly cooked, and truly to die for. Overall, the service, atmosphere, cocktails, and food made for a fantastic experience. We will absolutely be returning. read more

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Excellent Service and Excellent Food. Our favorite restaurant for italian food. Try the alfredo that they do in the cheese wheel. read more

We had a wonderful dinner. Our server was awesome. A lot of fun and really cool. Our food was so very delicious. The atmosphere was like New York back in time. Such a very cool place, awesome food and amazing staff. read more

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There last night with friends and we had a GREAT server at our table out on the patio, JENNA. Very professional, personable and engaging and helpful with the menu selections. Very knowledgeable about a lot there. She didn't miss a beat. But, as always with people I meet in my life, a great sense of humor. We did have some laughs. We enjoyed her company and laughs for the 90 minutes there. A great asset to the restaurant! THANKS AGAIN JENNA! Dave/Dottie/Gina & Guenthur. (they introduced us to the restaurant months ago) We had a lot of the same entrees as they are soo good: Tuscan Salmon Chicken Madeira Pasta with clams Ruta di parm etc. with the added blackened shrimp. Soo good with the Cheese Wheel of parmagiano/reggiano The staff on the calls for reservations as they were also VERY helpful and courteous with my changing reservation because of the ever changing arrival time of our friends at RSW airport. But we got to the restaurant at 7:45. Will just post a couple of pictures of US. Our meals were always the best. Grateful we found Divietos many months and and we always appreciate a great staff you have there. It's always an added pleasure to our time there. I did add just a few pics. read more

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Motto Bene! (I think I got that right!!) great service and great dinner at Divieto! We were in town for a show, so I wanted to plan a special dinner! Very good Italian menu, and like I said, excellent service! And they surprised us with a birthday cake! read more

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Decided to stop by for lunch after picking up my new phone from the Apple Store. What a lovely place! Everything is excellent, the vibe, the decor, the music, the drinks, the food, and above all, the service! This was our first visit and definitely won't be the last! Can't wait to come back for dinner! read more

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I had a long conversation with Ramon the General Manager. He was looking for me, according to him. Ramon was very polite and nice. I started the conversation by saying that I'm not looking for any discount or free meal!!! Our conversation was about Courtney the assistant general manager, Ramon said, she had "Some" complaints about her and there were some measures taken. Ramon was very positive and invited us again to visit Divieto which I declined It's too bad because we always liked the food. Divieto needs more of Ramon and less of Courtney. Good bye and good luck Divieto! read more

From the moment you walk in, you can tell this place is special. From the friendly hostesses who welcomed you back, the delightful array of cocktails they've concocted, and menus with an eclectic but familiar options- this place is amazing. It's my go to when friend are in town, or a girls night out. The parm wheel pasta with grilled chicken and rags ravioli, burrata salad, and martinis that get you right- give this place a try asap read more

I've been to the Doral location before; therefore, I knew it was going to be a great experience again. The food was outstanding, the drinks, the service, the atmosphere. Make sure you make a reservation. Great location in the Coconut Point Mall. read more

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This is one of the best Italian restaurants I have ever eaten in! Their signature dish is fettuccine, tossed in this amazing wheel of Parmesan. It is not to be missed. It's absolutely fabulous. Kristen took great care of me and she made my fettuccine right in front of me! I also ordered a side of meatballs, which were very tender and flavorful. If you're anywhere near Bonita Springs I highly recommend you try this restaurant. They are open for both lunch and dinner. read more

Divieto Ristorante - Estero - Fettuccine tossed in a $3000 wheel of Parmesan! - Italian Near Me - Estero, Florida

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I went there 2 times. Each time was equally as good. The Italian food is excellent and would highly recommend it.

This is our go to for fine Italian food. Excellent service...delicious food. Highly recommend!

The ambiance is dark and classy, was very busy. The bread and oil was good and warm. Got calamari which was crispy not too oily, had fried zucchini in it which was interesting but not bad. Serving wasn't overwhelming given the price. The pear salad was massive and was shared between 4 people easily. A tad overdressed but was still good. I got the frutti di mar seafood pasta and there was a generous amount of seafood and the sauce was so good! I tried chicken picatta and the sauce was light and lemony which also had generous chicken. The cheese wheel pasta was interesting... I get its aged cheese but it was a little too sour (?) and grainy for my liking, not very creamy imo. And came with no protein for almost $30 seemed steep. Overall liked the food, would try other places in the area tho. Waitress was nice and attentive read more

Divieto Ristorante - Estero - Frutti di Mar - Italian Near Me - Estero, Florida

I came here with my parents after Christmas because no one wanted to cook after the holidays. We love Italian food, and have been here before. We sat on the patio because we brought the dog. The patio is beautiful and it was filled with people. My dad ordered the fettuccine which is finished in a giant cheese wheel. It was really cool to see. My mom had the Marsala which was served on top of pappardelle noodles. I had the vongole pasta because I love clams, especially opening them. All were delicious. The fettuccine was amazing. I highly recommend checking this place out if you're near Estero! read more

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Have you been missing service? Restaurant staff that seem to care about the customer and actually enjoy their job? If so, Divieto will impress you. Everyone, from the moment of walking in the door, was warm, professional and doing a great job. Wonderful atmosphere where you can actually hear your companions talk. Food choices that are unique and varied. Every bite we had, including the bread, was delicious. Delicious pastas. Innovative presentations. Smoked Berry Basil Martini and Fettuccine Alfredo...someone at the table must order for the show! Fun, and both were really delicious. read more

Divieto Ristorante - Estero - Smoked Berry Basil cocktail being finished tableside. - Italian Near Me - Estero, Florida

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One of our favorite restaurants. Our party of 7 all raved over their selections. Cheese carved at your table for a delicious pasta dish. Many menu choices for everyone. Ambiance is perfect ! read more

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This would have been 5 stars if it weren't for Courtney the manager. We sat at the bar and all 3 of the bartenders were fantastic. we got calamari which was lightly battered but crispy with a delicious aioli for dunking. we ordered entrees, and due to some dietary restrictions, i asked for no arugula or tomato on my pear fiocchi. i forgot to add on the side of spinach, but our bartender was able to have it sent out with our entrees! when we received our entrees i was a bit disappointed. on the menu, it didn't state that there was also balsamic on the pear fiocchi. when the bartender asked how our entrees were, i stated that i didn't know that the balsamic was on the pasta and asked if i could have one without. he said absolutely with a smile and brought it over to the manager who was at the end of the bar. he calmly stated that i didn't know that balsamic was on it and asked if a new one could be made. she started making a stink that i didn't want arugula, tomato, OR balsamic and made a nasty face which quickly changed when she saw i was looking. it definitely wasn't loud enough where i couldn't hear her; especially since we were only 4 seats from where she was standing. when my re-fire came was brought back out by the bartender, it was delicious. overall, the whole meal was fantastic. drinks, apps, entrees, and desserts. i just couldn't help feeling awful of the tone she was using toward the bartender and the face she made. after apologizing to our bartender, i got the feeling that it is something that happens frequently as he was unfazed by her behavior. read more

We went to Divieto to celebrate our mom turning the big 7-0 (she looks fabulous, by the way--just like the ambiance here). From the moment we sat down, the service was next-level--shout-out to our server Brandon, who deserves a standing ovation. He asked all the right questions, like a culinary therapist, and guided us through the menu like we were on a Michelin-starred expedition. I'll admit: I'd read the Yelp reviews and saw nothing about the sea bass--was it a secret flop? Brandon confidently set me straight, and thank the pasta gods I listened: the sea bass was divine, flaky perfection. Our table also devoured:    *   The pork shank Ossobuco--tender enough to make you cry tears of joy.    *   The Tuscan Salmon--flavorful but a smidge overcooked (hey, even culinary wizards have off moments). The fried polenta that came with the Salmon straight-up chef's kiss.    *   The Mascarpone pasta--like the Avengers of seafood, chicken, and veggies united by a sauce that deserves its own fan club.    *   The pizza... okay, we were warned by Brandon that there were better options, but we ignored him. The pizza was fine, but next time we'll trust the man! The place got lively (a bit loud) as the night went on, but honestly, we were too busy having a blast to care. Highly recommend making a reservation, because clearly everyone else already knows how good this place is. We'll definitely be back read more

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Great service great authentic Italian food great location in the shopping center parking was very convenient

My husband and I went here for dinner on a Thursday evening and they were packed! We didn't have reservations but luckily got seated right away. Jamie was our server and she was very friendly and made excellent suggestions. We started off with a glass of Whispering Angel ( my favorite rosé) my husband went for a dirty martini both hit the spot. Our appetizer was the spinach dip. It was creamy and delicious with toast that was soft and buttery. For dinner I went with the recommendation of the sea bass and it didn't disappoint. Rich, flaky and creamy, served with risotto and asparagus. My husband had the mascarpone pasta which he loved. The servings were large enough that we both had leftovers. I loved all the greenery outside and had it not been July in Florida, I would have sat outside, it was beautiful. Give it a try if you appreciate authentic cuisine. read more

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Amazing dinner Rosie was an excellent waitress and the manager Courtney made sure we were having a great dinner. We'll be back! read more

Divieto Ristorante - Estero - Italian Near Me - Estero, Florida

First time visit. Thursday @ 5:30p, 3 months ago, celebrating my birthday, Hostess: friendly greeting and immediate seating (though we were 1/2 hr early) - 5 stars Server: Caitlyn was the best. She was pleasant, helpful, and her timeliness was impeccable - 6 stars (yes 6) Meals were correct and served spaciously and timely - 5 stars Food: Tuna Tartare, Fiocchi De Pera & Veal Madeira - (all) 5 stars Highly recommended. Looking forward to dining here in the near future. UPDATE: Second visit. Friday @ 6p, a week ago, celebrating my wife, Kat's birthday. Requested specific table and Caitlyn as our server on reservation. Both were obliged without any delay in seating on our arrival. Again, can't say enough about Caitlyn. As Kat put it, she's a real gem. Adding to her previously mentioned accolades , she's Knowledgeable and accommodating. Food was spot on. Timely between courses and delicious. Bruschetta Siciliana with extra Prosciutto. Grouper Scampi. And the Flourless Chocolate Cake is to die for. Note: Favorite table: Booth. Adequate lighting, comfortable seating with top clear partitions allowing view of fabulous decor and minimal din for easy conversation. The Divieto Ristorante experience does not disappoint. read more

Lobster bisque was very good and mussel appetizer was just ok. Service was very good and ambiance was very comfortable. We were seated outside and that was very nice. read more

Absolutely amazing the service was impeccable! Make sure to make a reservation or you might not get in. read more

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I had been wanted to try this place as they have cheese wheel fettuccine. Finally we were here for late lunch. This is an upscale Italian restaurant located at Coconut Point. We started off with some cocktails and toasted warm bread. My smoked old fashioned was good. The drink came with smoke trapped in a glass. It was nice presentation. A lot of the items on the menu look good and it was hard to make a decision. We went for the signature Parmigiano-Reggiano wheel fettuccine and the mushroom risotto. The serve was very nice and answered our questions about the cheese wheel when he was mixing it by our table. Everything tasted very good and I look forward to coming back again. read more

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Service was very good but kitchen was a little slow. Food was good but not amazing we had the lasagna, 9/10 mascarpone pasta 9/10, pear and cheese pasta 7.5/10and chicken Marsala 7/10. Bread and oil was very good as well read more

I came to this restaurant for my birthday. It is really beautiful establishment. The employees were very nice and helpful. The management team came around and checked on us at the table. If there was something that I did not like they replaced it and made it the best experience ever. The ambience was very laid-back and nice. And the food was amazing. They had a lunch special and I got the chicken Alfredo pasta, which was very good. The waitress and the waiter both had the best customer service experience that I could ever imagine. I was gifted with a birthday surprise which was very good and they also gave me a birthday card where all of the waitresses and waiters and the staff signed it for me, which I thought was very, very thoughtful. If you're in Fort Myers and would love to try some amazing authentic pasta dishes, I would highly recommend that you try this restaurant. read more

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I love this location, even for take out. The pappardelle Alfredo, delicious. The tomahawk steak made to perfection.

This place is phenomenal. Has the best calamari appetizer I've ever had. Would love to see a veal steak dish on the menu!!

Everything went well. Service was great, drinks were just right, food was savory and delicious. It was our first time there but we can't wait to go back read more

Better busy on a Wednesday afternoon but was able to be seated immediately on the outside. Nice warm greetings from the staff throughout our dinner. Complimentary bread and feel free to ask for more. Portions sizes as you can see aren't lacking and neither was the flavor. I definitely prefer the outside seating over indoors but it just depends on the vibe you're going for. The lighting is very dim and because it was busy I felt like everybody was yelling at one another read more

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Divieto Ristorante serves up Italian American fare in a chic environment. Stopped by recently for dinner and was lucky enough to get a spot on the patio in pleasant weather. We began our experience with a cocktail. I opted for the smoked old fashioned which was a beautifully applewood smoked version of a classic old fashioned. It's served over a ice block and is cherry garnished (possibly Luxardo?) as it should be. It was lovely. My dining companion and I ordered the pear salad to share (it's definitely ample enough for a starter for two). It was crisp and delicious with pears, crisp romaine, candied walnuts, cherry tomatoes, and goat cheese that is then tossed in just the right amount of citrus dressing. It was a delight. For our main, we got the wild mushroom pasta. It consists of capellini pasta with both portobello and wild mushrooms, sun dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, tossed in a herbaceous mushroom gravy. It was savory and packed with mushrooms. It was also plenty for my dining companion and I to share. Our server was the perfect blend of attentive without being overbearing. Get to it! read more

Divieto Ristorante - Estero - Pear salad - Italian Near Me - Estero, Florida

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Best Calamari ever! So tender! Also got the FIOCCHI DI PERA for the table to share since we saw so many positive reviews. It would not have been a normal choice for Our party but it was delicious! read more

I've eaten here twice. The first time we had a wonderful experience and sat outside in the garden patio area. It's really quite nice. Second time had a couple of martinis at the outside bar. Bartender was friendly enough, but didn't feel like he was into any conversation. Went inside for our meal. My girlfriend ordered the steak and I got a pasta dish, which I can't exactly remember what it was. But I had asked for Pecorino Romano cheese for my pasta. Lo and behold, they don't have any! What kind of Italian restaurant does not have Pecorino Romano? Food was OK but definitely a bit pricey. I think you're paying more for the ambience than for the food. Unfortunately I have to cross this one of my list. Having lived in NYC for 25 years I think I know what good Italian food is. Their food is just OK. read more

This restaurant is gorgeous from outside to inside.very romantic and upscale feel to it.my absolute favorite part is the cheese wheel.They have a professional come out and tell the story about the cheese and put cheese with the pasta.I had shrimp and pasta and it was sooo fresh and good.I've never been to Italy but this feels so close to it.The staff 10 stars.I don't drink so it was nice to see a variety of mocktail drinks on the menu Courtney is one of the Managers and she took great care of us.I know that she loves what she do and enjoy working with her staff .I never seen a manager help out like she did.She need a raise.Sabatian was our waiter for tonight and he did great job.Very attentive,Came to the table and just made sure we was happy.The bathrooms where clean,it's kind of cold so I would bring a jacket and they have outside as well which is very chill.This place is great for any occasion. read more

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Enjoyed a really great birthday dinner here with my hubby! He surprised me with a new Italian restaurant to try. I had been craving Veal Parm and so I knew going into this meal, that was my dinner choice. Their menu was expansive with several appetizer, salads, pasta courses, meat, and fish dishes to select from. Plus seasonal specials! The atmosphere and décor is very upscale, black and white tile checker the floor, warm colors and comfortable leather booths with dark wood, and an open kitchen concept. Very old school Italian restaurant vibes with a modern flare. Our server was attentive and polished, presented the wine wonderfully and checked in enough but not overbearing or rushing us. We started up with the bruschetta and added prosciutto, very very good. Great flavors of balsamic, acid from the tomato, fresh basil, and generous amount of prosciutto. They offered house bread and dipping oil with fresh herbs - tasty! We split the caesar salad and I really enjoyed the dressing, light and unique tasting. Fresh greens and a great portion size to split. I of course had the veal parm, the pasta and red sauce was underwhelming but the veal breading and cook was perfect. Big fan! My husband tried the classic - spaghetti and meatballs. Unfortunately, the meatballs were not that tasty and he dared to wonder if they were frozen. He found the meatballs plus a meat sauce atop the spaghetti to be overkill. We finished with a tiramisu - delightful and fluffy! All in all - a great meal and glad we tried it. Give it a go :) read more

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