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Travellers' Choice2023
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We are a genuine family run restaurant, proud to prepare Modern Italian cuisine, we offer a special four or six course taster menu where Italian cuisine is taken to a completely new level, bookings essential!
PRICE RANGE
£40 - £60
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
CUISINES
Italian, Mediterranean
FEATURES
Seating, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Gift Cards Available
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Reviewed 6 days ago

This restaurant is the best.. my wife and myself love the food especially the 6 course tasting menu, I never read the menu as I like to be surprised by the unique dishes, the chef is a genius and deserves all recognition for the excellent...dishes and creation. Luigi and Patricia are fantastic hosts and always make us feel very welcomed and go the extra mile to make each visit very special. The lunch is amazing too especially the octopus. I can’t fault this place and will be visiting again as soon as I can. Chris & MariaMore

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Fantastic taster menu. 6 courses well priced and supported by lots of interesting info from the staff. We had some questions about the food which the staff were happy to answer. Lovely experience. Will come back soon.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Like all the best small restaurants this is a family run business where every member of the family adds value to providing wonderful eating experience. However, it is the skill of the resident chef that rally sets it apart.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

An amazing dining experience. From walking in to the restaurant to departing you are made to feel special by all the Team. And then the food starts arriving......WOW. A faultless meal crafted by a Chef who clearly is passionate about what he does. There are...not enough stars to award this restaurant. Thank you Patricia and everyone for making our evening special....More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Outstanding place. Very friendly service and very attentive. Food is to die for, sent on a Saturday lunchtime and before we left we booked for the next weekend. Super, super, super.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Fabulous food, beautifully presented with impeccable friendly service. A wonderful restaurant in the heart of Shrewsbury. Won't be too long before we return.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Beautiful place to celebrate an anniversary. At 39 years old I can genuinely say this was the best meal of my life and I've been to Italy and had food in Rome, at the proper back street authentic restaurants. This is the real deal people....Lovely hosts too. Will certainly be here again. Thank you :)More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

We come to visit a dear friend in Shrewsbury once a year. Good cuisine and a pleasant and friendly athmosphere always is a priority in choosing a restaurant to spent an enjoyable evening. The menu at La Dolce Vita has been top notch evertime. Great...taste, interesting combinations, nice presentation, selective wine card and good recommendations are paired with a knowledgeable and friendly service. What else can you ask for other than- see you next time. Gitta and Wolfgang, Hamburg GermanyMore

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Absolutely amazing experience! We have eaten in Michelin star restaurants and this is right up there. … ! Incredible innovative dishes, great service and delicious food!

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile

This family run Italian restaurant, delivered modern Italian cuisine, through a six course tasting menu where Italian cuisine was showcased brilliantly. The food is sensational, seasonal and exquisitely prepared so that you can taste every ingredient on the plate. Well worth the money. Serve was...great.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 5 weeks ago

A lovely family-run restaurant. We had the 6 coarse taster menu with the wine flight and it was out of this world. Excellent service too and a nice cosy atmosphere.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 30 October 2023

Met up with friends for an overnight stay in Shrewsbury. Really impressed by the quality of our 4 course tasting menu. This includes little appetisers to ‘wet’ your appetite. We also added in a shared cheese course and coffee and homemade sweets. Paired with the...wine flights led to 4 very happy customers. Excellent service too.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 30 October 2023

This restaurant is a family owned business and the food and service is truly wonderful. We opted for the 6 course tasting menu (one vegetarian one normal) and some of the courses were Michelin Guide worthy - especially the starters. I would definitely recommend the...6 over 4 courses. The mains could be a little more complex but the sauces were knock outs! A great find. Would thoroughly recommend to all.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 26 October 2023

Amazing meal and a fabulous way to celebrate our wedding anniversary, We had the four course tasting menu with the cheese platter and the wine flight. Food was divine and the service was impeccable.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 26 October 2023 via mobile

We attended this beautiful little restaurant for our 15th Wedding Anniversary. Delicious food and delightful staff. This whole experience put this restaurant amongst the best I’ve ever had the pleasure of dining in.

Date of visit: October 2023
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La Dolce Vita is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5