La Norma Ristorante & Pizzeria

We visit Longboat Key annually, and since LaNorma opened in 2019, it’s been a must-visit every trip. This year, we were lucky to stay for two weeks — and dined at LaNorma three times, including their incredible Wine Tasting experience on May 9. Our first meal was with my wife and mother: Salmon Piccata, Rigatoni with Meatballs, Arancini, and a Mediterraneo Salad — every dish was outstanding. Gustavo’s service made the evening even better. The second visit was a family dinner with seven of us. The Veal Saltimbocca stole the show — truly unforgettable. Everyone loved their meals, and Tatiana provided flawless service. It was a perfect night. The following day, my wife and I attended the Wine Tasting event. We’ve done wine experiences in Italy, including Tuscany, and this easily matched some of the best. Sommelier Riccardo brought the wines of Piedmont (Nebbiolo, Barbera, Barbaresco, and Barolo) to life with rich stories and expert insight. The four-course lunch (plus dessert) was paired beautifully with the wines, and they thoughtfully accommodated my wife’s gluten-free needs. Yulia’s attentive service and the warm presence of Daniela and Giuseppe made the experience truly memorable. Final thoughts? LaNorma has always been a favorite, but this trip confirmed it's better than ever. The food is sublime — if I had to choose a last meal, it’d be the Veal Saltimbocca. The wine list has improved, and the welcoming atmosphere makes every visit feel like coming home. Congratulations to the entire LaNorma team for creating something truly exceptional on beautiful Longboat Key. We can’t wait to return.

La Norma has long been one of our go-to restaurants while staying in our place on Longboat Key. We have always loved their food. However, I'm sad to say I am very unhappy with how the prices have increased. Last weekend, we ordered a gluten-free pasta dish (I was super happy to have that option) and a 14" pizza and the bill was $60! My pasta was $26.50 PLUS a $4 "GLUTEN-FREE CHARGE" (??). The pizza was $18 PLUS $5 for sausage and $3 for mushrooms. Come on, y'all. This is ridiculous. I get that covid times were tough and I ordered a lot of take out to support the local restaurants but, let's get back to normal prices.