Dolce Vita Italian Ristorante

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163 Bluffton Rd
bluffton , SC 29910

Phone: (843) 815-6900

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Neighborhood: Bluffton

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authentic southern and central cuisine

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  4.7 stars - Based on 118 reviews

#36 out of 222 restaurants in Bluffton

#4 of 8 Italian in Bluffton

5 star				96 reviews	81%
4 star				15 reviews	13%
3 star				5 reviews	4%
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Top Reviews of Dolce Vita Italian Ristorante

03/09/2025 - Peter T.
The food at Dolce Vita was absolutely scrumptious, and I was blown away by the bolognese sauce, which surpassed my own cooking. With excellent service and an enthusiastic staff, this Italian restaurant has finally captured my heart after months of searching for the perfect dining experience.

09/17/2024 - Dining Diva
If I could give 10 stars I would!That is how good it is! Go see for yourself....make a reservation!!!! 💕

08/30/2024 - MenuPix User
Great in every way,,,,,,😊

08/11/2024 - Bob S
Rude, nasty host, server & cook.....never will go there again

07/28/2024 - MenuPix User
We have dined here often...another great dinner!! Fabulous in every way! ♥️

07/01/2024 - MenuPix User
Dolce Vita is by far the BEST Italian Restaurant in Bluffton!! Go see for yourself what you have been missing...❤️♥️

06/21/2024 - MenuPix User
Absolutely fabulous in every way!! ❤️

05/04/2024 - Miguel G.
AWESOME

05/02/2024 - MenuPix User
We were a party of 8 celebrating a birthday! Everything was perfect in every way.Delicious food,cocktails,great wine list.Chef/owner,Joe,born in Sicily creates authentic Italian dishes! Owner's wife is the hostess and welcomes you at the door in a very gracious manner! A place worth returning....

03/20/2024 - MenuPix User
Great evening dining at Dolce Vita. Everything was perfect.Great servers and excellent food! Very creative Chef Owner....

02/24/2024 - MenuPix User
Very enjoyable dining experience! We are originally from NYC and moved to the Lowcountry and finally found authentic Italian cuisine..The Chef was born in Sicily and trained there.Don't miss this fantastic dining experience!

07/28/2023 - MenuPix User
Was so happy to learn that Dolce Vita is serving lunch,eat in or takeout!! Stopped by today and it was delicious!! Authentic Italian sandwiches,salads,etc.Enjoy a beer,wine or cocktail with lunch!!!!

07/06/2023 - MenuPix User
First class dining experience in every way!! Owners value their customers and it shows. Every table is checked on by the owners to make sure customers are satisfied..professional touch!! Reservations highly recommended.

04/14/2023 - MenuPix User
This is truly a resturant not to be missed. There are no words to describe this authentic italian food,simply the best in the lowcountry! Reservations highly recommended!!
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12/05/2022 - MenuPix User
Just amazing in every way..Great chef and staff..Great authentic Italian food and great wine list..A place not to be missed!!

11/19/2022 - MenuPix User
Family run business! Owners are always present...makes a big difference!! Chef-owner is truly a Master Chef...fabulous food and ambience!!

10/28/2022 - MenuPix User
Amazing in every way..fabulous food,pasta,seafood,veal,etc.Great staff and atmosphere!! Excellent Master Chef-Owner!!

08/15/2022 - MenuPix User
Truly amazing in every way!! Wonderful dining experience.Owners check on every table.A nice touch!

06/26/2022 - MenuPix User
There are no words to describe this wonderful restaurant. From the warm welcome at the door by the hostess/owner to the tremendous authentic italian food!! We got to meet Chef Joe and it was truly a pleasure speaking to him. This is a family run business and it is evident that they truly value their customers!! Everything is cooked to order and it is all homemade. This is truly a Fine Dining Establishment and we cannot wait to return. Thank you for a great experience!!

05/20/2022 - MenuPix User
You know its good when you have to make reservations 2+weeks in advance!! Great food,staff,owners and atmosphere. Great extensive wine list something for everyone!! Warmly greeted upon entering and owner checks on each table while you are dining!! All around Great experience!!!!

04/16/2022 - CHRISTINA L
Very enjoyable in every way possible!! Delicious food. Party of 6 all ordered different apps and entrees all very happy!! Great greeting at entry and great owners. Chef is owner along with wife who is the hostess!! Chef Joe and Arlene you run a wonderful ristorante!! Will return often!!

02/26/2022 - MenuPix User
We enjoyed a wonderful evening. Food was amazing! From the moment you enter warmly greeted by owner,when you leave you are thanked for coming! They truly value their customers.Great staff also.We will return often.

02/05/2022 - MenuPix User
Fabulous in every way. Italian food prepared the way it should be!! You will feel like you are family. Great owners and staff!! We will definitely return often.

01/17/2022 - MenuPix User
This restaurant is top notch in every respect. A truly fine dining experience! Food is homemade and delicious!! Owner is the Chef and trained in Italy...His wife co-owner checks on every table to make sure you are truly enjoying everything!! A place not to be missed. Great servers also!!!

10/26/2021 - MenuPix User
A dining experience not to be missed. Fabulous Italian food,professional staff, owner/hostess welcomes you on entry and great Italian music!!!! A place not to be missed. This Chef is a true Master of his craft!!

10/09/2021 - MenuPix User
Recently moved to area. Looking for an authentic italian Sicilian restaurant...well what a find!!!! This place is a true gem!!!! Homemade pasta,desserts,fresh homemade bread sooo good and great seafood,chops,etc great osso buco!!!! Chef/Owner born &trained in Italy.Make reservations!!

09/09/2021 - Bellisimo
Great dining experience.. party of 8 each of us had different entrees. They were delicious.All authentic and homemade!! Sooo good!! Great chef/owner, and his wife are always present in the restaurant which adds up to being so succesful!!

06/02/2021 - MenuPix User
Great dining experience. Everything is top notch! ChefJoe is a Master of his craft. Born and trained in Italy.Treat yourself and be sure to make a reservation!! Everything is homemade.

12/19/2020 - MenuPix User
Recently dined here! Felt very safe. ALL COVID 19 RULES FOLLOWED!! WE enjoyed a wonderful evening... owners,food, and staff great! All authentic italian food made fresh...and delicious...Great Master Chef!! We will return often!!

11/06/2020 - Hilton Head Foodie
wow!! This place deserves 10 stars!! Perfect in every way!! You feel as though you are in a New York italian restaurant from the moment you enter. Warmly greeted, owners are extremely professional and the food is to die for!! This owner chef is truly top notch!! Finally a great place in the low country!! Be sure to make reservations. All covid measures are strictly followed

09/15/2020 - MenuPix User
Went to Dolce Vita for a business dinner. All of us enjoyed our food. Cooked to perfection and presented beautifully!!! This is a first class fine dining experience!! We will return for sure!!! All Covid safety measures are followed. We all felt very safe.
Thank you!!

09/08/2020 - MenuPix User
Great dining experience! Since moving from NYC we had a hard time finding authentic italian in the low county of South Carolina. However, we found it at DOLCE VITA!! This place has it all. Great food,atmosphere, owners, and staff! No.1 spot in Bluffton. They also follow all COVID rules. Very safe and clean.
Make your reservation early

08/21/2020 - MenuPix User
From the moment you enter you are warmly welcomed by the hostess/owner. You can tell they truly value their customers. Ambience you feel like you are in little Italy. The food is beautifully presented and is authentic Italian. No detail is overlooked and the staff very professional. Excellent Chef-Owner!

08/15/2020 - MenuPix User
If you know authentic Sicilian/Italian food this is the place to dine!! The food here is absolutely fabulous!!! It reminds us of the restaurants in Italy.. Great Chef/Owner and very professional staff! Every detail from when you are greeted at the door by the hostess,during dinner, to when you are leaving nothing is overlooked!! Great experience!! By the way, great italian music.

03/14/2020 - Palmetto bluff foodie
We dined at Dolce Vita recently and was happy that we had reservations, they were full!! The food is amazing!! True authentic italian dishes. Everything we ordered was prepared to perfection!! Chef/Owner Joe,sicilian born, is a true artist of his craft. This is our favorite restaurant!!!

03/09/2020 - Dining diva
Finally a great authentic italian ristorante in bluffton. The chef /owner is from Sicily and it sure makes a difference when making homemade italian/sicilian dishes. The food is sooo delicious!!! Try it and it will be your no.#1 spot.

02/26/2020 - MenuPix User
Authentic sicilian food. Everything made with the finest ingredients.Great chef/owner and staff. Very professional. You can tell that they truly value their customers. Don't miss eating there!!!

02/25/2020 - MenuPix User
Absolutely great dining experience
Everything we ordered was done with perfection!! Cannot wait return. Chef/Owner Joe is a Master of his craft.
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02/09/2020 - MenuPix User
One and only authentic Sicilian restaurant in Bluffton and Hilton Head.