Donato's Italian Restaurant

Donato's is a traditional Italian-American pasta house serving great house-made pasta and other favorites in a fun, romantic atmosphere.

Donato's Italian restaurant has been a staple for Italian food in Port Charlotte for 25 years. All of our pasta and fresh mozzarella is house made in an open dining room kitchen. We invite you to enjoy our traditional Italian-American food, served to you in a nostalgic old neighborhood setting.

Photos from Donato's Italian Restaurant's post 08/18/2024

Sundays are for Pasta! 🍝

All of these delicious options (and more) are available on our 2 for $32 menu - Shrimp Marinara, Cheese Ravioli, Fettucini Alfredo, and Vodka Rigatoni!

View the full menu at https://donatosportcharlotte.com/summer-of-savings/

08/17/2024

Calabrian Chilis and fresh diced Tomatoes make for a Spicy Arrabbiata sauce that blends beautifully with creamy Burrata!

08/16/2024

Our Veal Chop Parmigiana takes up the whole plate!

Available this weekend! This special features a butterflied, breaded and lightly fried bone-in veal chop, topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese, and served with fresh pasta.

Photos from Donato's Italian Restaurant's post 08/15/2024

Join us for live music at Fontane’s every Thursday and Friday!

Come enjoy your favorite cocktail and see Tony Boffa!

08/14/2024

The zesty Cherry Peppers and creamy Gorgonzola are the perfect complements to the crispy, golden Fried Calamari!

Photos from Donato's Italian Restaurant's post 08/13/2024

Join us for lunch and enjoy our mouthwatering Italian dishes for just $10! From classic pasta favorites to delicious salads, there's something to satisfy every craving.

Available Monday - Saturday from 12 PM - 3 PM; all Summer long! View the full menu at donatosportcharlotte.com

Photos from Donato's Italian Restaurant's post 08/11/2024

Come enjoy our 2 for $32 Summer Dinner Special!

Choose 2 entrees, served with salad, warm ciabatta, and two mini cannoli! Available Monday - Thursday after 4 PM and all day Sunday - All Summer Long. Dine In or Carry Out.

See menu and more details at https://donatosportcharlotte.com/summer-of-savings/

08/10/2024

Cool off and unwind with a glass of our delicious, homemade Sangria!

08/09/2024

Chicken Florentine is making a special appearance this weekend!

Photos from Donato's Italian Restaurant's post 08/08/2024

Live music tonight at Fontane’s!

Come enjoy your favorite cocktail and see Tony Boffa!

08/07/2024

Save room for dessert! Our classic mini cannoli are the perfect treat!

Crisp shells filled with creamy, sweet ricotta – included with the 2 for $32 Summer Dinner Special!

Photos from Donato's Italian Restaurant's post 08/05/2024

Our $10 Summer Lunch Menu is available Monday - Saturday!

Join us for lunch and enjoy our mouthwatering Italian dishes for just $10! From classic pasta favorites to delicious salads, there's something to satisfy every craving.

Available Monday - Saturday from 12 PM - 3 PM; all Summer long! View the full menu at donatosportcharlotte.com

Photos from Donato's Italian Restaurant's post 08/04/2024

Sundays are for Pasta! 🍝

All of these delicious options (and more) are available on our 2 for $32 menu - Vodka Rigatoni, Shrimp Marinara, Pappardelle Bolognese, and Fettucini Alfredo!

View the full menu at https://donatosportcharlotte.com/summer-of-savings/

08/03/2024

There’s always room for dessert!

Our Homemade Tiramisu is made with Nana’s recipe.

08/02/2024

Treat yourself to our classic Bruschetta appetizer special! Fresh tomatoes, basil, onions, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze on toasted ciabatta slices – the perfect summer appetizer!

08/01/2024

Satisfy your sweet tooth with our Tiramisu Martini - a dessert in a glass!

07/29/2024

It’s one of our favorite holidays - National Lasagna Day!

Come celebrate with us!

Photos from Donato's Italian Restaurant's post 07/28/2024

Come enjoy our 2 for $32 Summer Dinner Special - featuring 2 entrees, served with salad, warm ciabatta, and two mini cannoli!

Available Monday - Thursday after 4 PM and all day Sunday - All Summer Long. Dine In or Carry Out.

See menu and more details at https://donatosportcharlotte.com/summer-of-savings/

07/27/2024

Treat yourself to a Tuscan Ribeye this weekend!

07/26/2024

A fan favorite featured this weekend - Shrimp Parmigiana!

Photos from Donato's Italian Restaurant's post 07/24/2024

Prince Edward Island Mussels - do you prefer red or white?

Photos from Donato's Italian Restaurant's post 07/23/2024

Eggplant Parmigiana or Chicken Parmigiana?

Both are available on the $10 lunch menu and the 2 for $32 summer special.

Photos from Donato's Italian Restaurant's post 07/21/2024

Sundays are for Pasta! 🍝

All of these delicious options (and more) are available on our 2 for $32 menu - Shrimp Marinara, Linguini with Meatballs, Cheese Ravioli, and Fettucini Alfredo!

View the full menu at https://donatosportcharlotte.com/summer-of-savings/

07/20/2024

This weekend’s appetizer special - Prosciutto Stuffed Fresh Mozzarella!

07/19/2024

Come enjoy Sausage, Pepper, & Onion Parmigiana - our entree special this weekend!

07/18/2024

Our Havana Old Fashioned combines the rich flavors of Dos Maderas Double Aged Rum, a touch of brown sugar syrup, and a dash of orange bitters, all smoked like a fine cigar!

07/17/2024

Our Fresh Homemade Mozzarella is hand-stretched the moment you order it!

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Our Story

Donato's Italian restaurant has been a staple for Italian food in Port Charlotte for 23 years. Voted best Italian food and most romantic restaurant for the past 12 years. All of our pasta and fresh mozzarella is house made in an open dining room kitchen. We invite you to enjoy our traditional Italian-American food, served to you in a nostalgic old neighborhood setting.

Videos (show all)

Cheers to the First Day of Summer!☀️Come enjoy a refreshing Sangria!
Dani demonstrates the perfect pour of our homemade Sangria!
Our Fresh Mozzarella is hand-stretched the moment you order it!
Can you smell this video?
Homemade Frezz Mozz and Charcuterie. 🇮🇹
We cook meatballs, sausage, and whole pork ribs in our Sunday Gravy . . . Nobody does Italian like Donato’s 🇮🇹
Spicy Arrabbiata “Angry” tomato sauce topped with whole, fresh Burrata mozzarella.
Our Tuscan Grilled Ribeye is seasoned with Rosemary, Garlic and Fennel. Listen to that sizzle . . .
Listen to that sizzle . . .

Address


1900 Tamiami Trl, #117
Port Charlotte, FL
33948

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 9pm
Tuesday 12pm - 9pm
Wednesday 12pm - 9pm
Thursday 12pm - 9pm
Friday 12pm - 10pm
Saturday 12am - 10pm
Sunday 12pm - 9pm

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