Pane e Amore Italian Cafe

We boated up to the Bradenton Beach Pier, docked and headed over right when they opened yesterday as they do not take reservations and are deservedly VERY popular. This place was amazing on all levels. Maurizio, the owner, was chef, server, cashier--everything! He was really a great, fun guy. We had the best charcuterie board I have ever had, gnocchi, lasagna, a focaccia sandwich, and seafood pasta; all were amazing. I could not recommend more highly! Grazie!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mauricio gives you exceptional personal service as you eat on his five star Italian food menu. While the menu is small it is loaded with flavor and love. You need to have his lasagna and his deserts are amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amazing food and service! Definitely eat at this place!

We’re absolutely thrilled we found this restaurant! Authentic Italian food, warm and personal service, and everything cooked by the owners themselves. We enjoyed great conversation, homemade dishes, and fresh, healthy, and absolutely delicious food! Truly the best, most genuine, and flavorful meal we’ve had on the island! We will be back to hug you!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chef owner Mauricio treats u like family. He is so engaging and authentic and his food delicious. He is always smiling. Bread and Love. Pan e Amore!!!!
He knows how to treat his customers…. like family. Thanks Mauricio. We will see u again!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Delicious Italian sandwiches and pasta with a homemade Alfredo sauce.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Do not miss this jewel! Fresh, delicious gourmet Italian dishes made by the gracious Italian owner and chef. We felt very welcomed the moment we walked in. This café sized restaurant is in a pleasant open-air breezeway with soft Italian music playing in the background as you enjoy a glass of wine. It can't get much better! The pasta and gnocchi is fresh and made onsite. We arrived late in the evening and they were out of a dish but chef whipped up a fantasy of Italian pasta with cream sauce, peas, sweet potato and carrots. My daughter and I split that and the gnocchi. We both agreed it was the best pasta dishes we have ever had and I have been to Italy but it had nothing on this. Don’t miss the scrumptious bruschetta & homemade tiramisu (unlike any tiramisu I have had before!). Needless to say, we will be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Really glad we stopped into Pane e Amore. Food was delicious and the proprietor Maurizio was a joy to talk to. Tucked away in a little nook amongst other shops and eateries it’s a lovely albeit unique little spot to get a true Italian fix while you’re on the island. Enjoy. Thanks Maurizio!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great great food. Very nice hard working owner.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had an amazing dinner here. Came back just for dessert. Very authentic. Delicious. Owners are super nice and friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cannoli, Tiramisu', Spaghetti Carbonara, Gnocchi Alla Bolognese

There is truly not enough nice things I can say about this place. The atmosphere is like no other, the owners and serves are the most authentic and kindest people you will ever meet. The food is all homemade and so delicious, nothing on the island compares. I’ve been here so many times and will never stop going absolutely phenomenal. Give it a chance and I promise you won’t be dissapointed.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Charming little cafe with outstanding, authentic Italian food! The folks who own it are absolutely wonderful, caring, and generous. THEY are the only thing better than the food!!❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Absolutely charming little Italian place tucked into the little mall. Very authentic and incredible dishes. It's a small menu, but honestly you don't need many options when the mains are this good. The owner and his wife are so friendly and just delightful.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This was one of the Highlights of our whole trip! From the second we walked in until we left we were met by the Owners who are absolutely Amazing! They were so nice and I've never had such a wonderful dinner experience not to mention the most Amazing food I have ever had! We wish we could've eaten here every single day! I dont know what was more amazing, the owners or the food! If I could give 100 stars I would!

We had a party of six. The owner and the waitress were amazing and very knowledgeable on the menu and drinks. The food looked amazing and also was very tasty. The desserts were delicious. The wine was excellent. The atmosphere was very cozy and chill. I highly recommend this restaurant for your next dining opportunity.