Pesto Bistro and Wine Bar

8799 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton
(941) 201-4167

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Pam Upton

Wow, what a spectacular experience! Superb food and service to match. When other customers tell you what to order, you know they are keeping their regular patrons happy. Highly recommend !

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Karen Stalba

In from out of town for a race in Bradentin. Had some time by myself on Christmas Eve and happened along this place. The butternut squash and zucchini soup was amazing!! my vehicle. Picado was so much that I took the rest home with me. Met some great people and started talking with a couple of ladies who convinced me to have some ice cream with them, which of course was too much so I took the rest home and mixed it in my blender with Baileys! Definitely will go back there if I get the chance when I’m in town! I sat at the bar and had a glass of wine with my dinner and it was really peaceful and friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Karen Donahue

Lovely and charming Italian restaurant featuring unique dishes. we started with a shrimp appetizer with escargot sauce and ended with a Irish bailey's cream tiramusu. Outstanding and friendly waitstaff. we will definitely be dining again at this wonderful gem!

Vanessa Stella

Great environment. Rachel and spring we're our servers very nice and great!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tom DiPasquale

One of our favorite resturants in the area. Cozy wine bar and amazing food. We miss the eggplant napoleon on the menu, please bring it back. Courtney is always a pleasure and always provides exceptional service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kyle Zinn

Been there a few times and the food and service are always on point.

The Chicken Piccata is my favorite with their Alfredo being a close second. The desserts are also amazing. Rich, flavorful, and definitely worth saving room for or taking to go.

I have a very mild coconut allergy but had to sneak a taste of the homemade bread pudding everyone raved about and it so worth it!

The vibe is relaxed but still feels special, and the service was friendly and attentive. One of my favorite places in Bradenton for a nice dinner and great food all around!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

James “Jim” Keith

Good selection

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Barbara Vanerio

A fabulous Italian Restaurant the ambiance the food the wine the servers were absolutely fabulous we had the nicest evening we will be back soon!! Bravo 👏 👏

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Erin Geraghty

This space is definitely a hidden gem in Bradenton. The owner Joe is also a wonderfully charismatic and talented individual.
I recommend the bread pudding. It’s the absolute best I’ve ever had. And if you have friends from out of town, bring them here to impress them.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Valerie Barnes Lipscomb

Consistently excellent food and relaxing atmosphere. We’ve taken many guests here over the years, and every single one was impressed. Even the really picky ones! Honestly, it doesn’t look like much from the outside, but give it a try. Courtney is a great server; we’re thinking of adopting her.

Ilene L

Delicious food, warm atmosphere. We have never been disappointed with our meals. Love this restaurant!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Rebecca Arnold

This was our second visit. Meatball starter was delicious as well as our meals. Our server Courtney was great once again. Quiet, cozy atmosphere and would highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Brandon Baserva

Delicious and unbelievable will be the two words you use most when you dine here. Courtney was excellent and her knowledge of the menu inside and out made our experience even better. Overall it was delicious and an unbelievable experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Erin Colleen Geraghty

Lovely and charming space with excellent food. I recommend the goat cheese and beet salad as an appetizer. Is the spot I recommend to anyone from out of town and try to bring relatives here. It’s definitely one of the gems in Bradenton. Highly recommend.

Mike Reilly

Great spot we have been wanting to try for some time now. Certainly did not disappoint! Great atmosphere & Rachele was our pleasant server!
Great experience!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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