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Rare opportunity to acquire the established business of Casantica Italian Ristorante, a distinctive Italian restaurant located in Sarasota, Florida. Situated in a charming historic house, the restaurant features two stories of dining space, a terrace, and a covered patio area, with a total capacity of approximately 150 guests. The restaurant operates from leased premises, allowing a buyer to acquire an established restaurant operation without purchasing the underlying property. Casantica offers an inviting Italian dining experience with an established concept and existing restaurant infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced restaurateur, chef, investor, or operator looking to enter or expand within the Sarasota market. The sale includes the restaurant's existing business assets, furniture, fixtures, equipment, trade name, goodwill, and other business assets, subject to the terms of the purchase agreement. Business sale only – real estate excluded. Buyer will be responsible for assuming the existing lease or negotiating a new lease with the property owner, subject to landlord approval and applicable lease terms. Qualified buyers may obtain additional business information, financial details, lease information, inventory details, and other due diligence materials upon execution of an appropriate confidentiality agreement and/or submission of proof of financial capability, as applicable.

Highlights

  • Commercial Sale
  • Business
  • Built in 1925
  • 55 days on Market

  • Year Built
    1925
  • Construction Materials
    Stucco, Block, Concrete
  • Parking Features
    On Street, Common
  • Flooring
    Laminate
  • Security Features
    Security System, Security Fence
  • Cooling
    Central Air
  • Heating
    Electric, Central

  • Water
    Public

  • Area
    5940 Florida Other
  • County
    Sarasota
  • City
    Sarasota
  • Zip Code
    34236

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was listed on September 21, 2026, which means it's been on the market for 55 days.

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This home was built in 1925, making it approximately 101 years old.

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Last Updated: November 15, 2026 at 04:35AM | Source: MIAMI REALTORS MLS | MLS#: A12093244