Davide Restaurant
Boston, MA 02109
Phone: (617) 227-5745
Fax: (617) 227-8976
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- Fleet Street
- Hours:
- Sun-Thu 5pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-10:30pm
Editorial Review for Davide Restaurant – by Eric Grossman
The Scene
Davide's nondescript location--on the edge of the North End, across the street from a quiet stretch of waterfront--doesn't prepare diners for its charming, Old World interior. Those looking to carry on an intimate rendezvous should ask to be seated in one of the high-backed banquettes. The restaurant's wine cellar, with its extensive selection of domestic and imported wines and champagnes, has won national acclaim. A reserved, professional waitstaff keeps in line with the environment.
The Food
Chef/Proprietor Franco Caritano's kitchen dishes up a straightforward menu of handmade pastas, fresh seafood, and classic meat dishes (the house specialty veal scaloppini is sure to satisfy). Consider starting with an order of simple ricotta cavatelli or a flavorful Caesar salad (prepared tableside) before moving onto a hearty veal chop that's stuffed with prosciutto and fontina. Only dessert disappoints, as a bland slice of cheesecake is about as good as it gets among the menu's limited options.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkFans of grappa take note: Davide has been noted for having one of the five best grappa selections in the nation.
When to GoWhile the restaurant isn't open during the day to the public, it welcomes daytime functions.
ParkingLocated in one of the most parking-deprived areas of the North End (the closest train station is a 15-minute walk), most patrons suck it up and pay the $15 valet charge.
User Reviews for Davide Restaurant
08/10/2008 Posted by jeffman1099
We had a gift card for $25 off that we had purchased specifically for this restaurant. Upon showing it to the waitress when we were seated, the manager came over and said he would not honor it unless we spent $70 (the gift certificate clearly says minimum purchase of $35). and to add insult to injury, the manager then proceeded to say things such as 'we've had other customers come and this has not been a problem,' as if it is our fault for not being happy that they were scamming us and committing a crime. They also said 'it's very easy to spend $70 here.' We only intended to order two entrees (~$25), meaning we wouldn't make the $70 mark. if my understanding of the law is correct, this constitutes fraud. you can understand we left feeling horrible horrible for having spent money for a gift certificate that the restaurant would not honor. Besides the gift certificate, we had to go searching throughout the restaurant to find someone to seat us.
Cons: Scam
03/04/2008 Posted by sthompson14
We fully enjoyed having dinner with you. Thank you! Your sauces were excellent. Your website, by the way, was instrumental in choosing your restaurant. The pictures and the site itself are true to the meal: 100% top-class. Great job all the way around. We WILL be back.
Pros: Great staff, great food
Cons: None.
