About Us

Authentic Italian Dining In The Heart Of Ainsdale.

At Dolce Vita, we celebrate the true flavours of Italy with fresh seasonal ingredients, handcrafted pasta, wood-fired pizzas and classic dishes made with passion. Dolce Vita Ainsdale is more than a restaurant – it’s a place where good food, warm hospitality and unforgettable moments come together.

Our chefs bring the essence of Italy to your table, blending traditional recipes with the finest local and seasonal produce to create dishes full of flavour and heart. Join us for an intimate dinner, a family celebration or a drink with friends – we can’t wait to welcome you.

Our Menus

Something For Every Occasion.

A La Carte

Explore our classic A La Carte menu, featuring classic Italian dishes made to perfection.

Set Menu

A carefully curated selection of Italian favourites, bringing together delicious courses for a relaxed dining experience.

Sunday Lunch

Make Sundays special with hearty favourites, quality ingredients and the perfect excuse to gather around the table.

Dessert Menu

Save room for something sweet, from indulgent Italian classics to beautifully prepared desserts worth staying for.

Private Dining

Celebrate In Style.

Celebrate any occasion in our beautiful private dining space in Ainsdale Village. Offering a warm, intimate atmosphere with added privacy behind glass doors, it’s the perfect setting for birthdays, anniversaries, family celebrations, baby showers and other special occasions.

Whatever you’re celebrating, enjoy authentic Italian cuisine, fine wines and attentive service in our comfortable heated conservatory, a welcoming private dining space designed for memorable moments with the people who matter most.

Steak Night

Thursday Nights, Done Properly.

Make Thursday night one to look forward to with Steak Night at Dolce Vita Ainsdale, in Southport. Join us every Thursday from 5:00pm–8:30pm and enjoy two premium 8oz rump steaks, served with roasted cherry vine tomatoes and your choice of chunky chips or fries.

Complete the evening with a bottle of house red or white wine to share, all for £45. Great steak, good wine and even better company, the perfect excuse to turn an ordinary Thursday into a proper night out.

Steak Night

Thursday Nights, Done Properly.

Make Thursday night one to look forward to with Steak Night at Dolce Vita Ainsdale, in Southport. Join us every Thursday from 5:00pm–8:30pm and enjoy two premium 8oz rump steaks, served with roasted cherry vine tomatoes and your choice of chunky chips or fries.

Complete the evening with a bottle of house red or white wine to share, all for £45. Great steak, good wine and even better company, the perfect excuse to turn an ordinary Thursday into a proper night out.

What Our Guests Say

Exceptional Experiences.

Find Us

A Little Taste of Italy in Ainsdale

Whether driving or getting public transport, Dolce Vita sits perfectly to accommodate all! We are just a short 2 minute walk to Ainsdale train station for those using public transport links and we offer plenty of on-street parking for those driving!

Join us every Tuesday to Saturday until 9:00pm, and until 7:00pm on Sundays.