Il Davide
Welcome to Il Davide, a premier Italian restaurant in San Rafael, CA, where excellence in cuisine meets exceptional service in a classy and sophisticated ambiance. Offering a wide range of small plates, salads, house-made pastas, savory meats, and delicious seafood dishes, Il Davide is a haven for food lovers seeking authentic Italian flavors.
One of the highlights of Il Davide is its exquisite small plate offerings, such as the Tuna Tonnato served on a salt block, the Broccoli Arrosto with toasted hazelnuts and taleggio cheese, and the Gamberi Pancetta wrapped in grilled pancetta with a Cajun beurre blanc sauce. These dishes showcase the restaurant's commitment to using fresh, high-quality ingredients to create flavorful masterpieces.
The house-made pastas at Il Davide are a must-try, with options like the Gnocchi di Manzo with Niman Ranch short rib ragu, the Linguine alla Vongole with manila clams and applewood smoked bacon, and the Ravioli con Funghi e Tartuffo filled with porcini and shiitake mushrooms in a black truffle cream sauce. Each pasta dish is crafted with care and precision, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds.
For those who prefer meat and poultry, Il Davide offers tantalizing options such as the Agnello Brasato with braised lamb shank and fontina gnocchi, the Filletto with all-natural Angus fillet in a Barbera reduction, and the Polio alla Davide with roasted Rocky Range chicken and wild mushrooms. These dishes are cooked to perfection and are sure to leave you craving for more.
Seafood lovers will also find solace in the Pesce section of the menu, featuring delectable dishes like the Salmone con Agrumi with grilled Locke Duarte salmon, the Capasante al Tartufo with sautéed sea scallops in black truffle sauce, and the Gamberi alla Scampi Style with sautéed prawns in a garlic and lemon butter cream sauce.
At Il Davide, every dish is prepared with passion and attention to detail, ensuring a dining experience that is second to none. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner for two, a family celebration, or a special event catering, Il Davide is the perfect choice for all your culinary desires.
Il Davide Menu
Location
Address: 901 A St San Rafael, CA 94901
Phone: (415) 454-8080
Business info
- Takes ReservationsYes
- Offers TakeoutYes
- DeliveryNo
- Vegan OptionsYes
- Limited Vegetarian OptionsYes
- Wheelchair accessibleYes
- Accepts Credit CardsYes
- Accepts Apple PayNo
- Outdoor SeatingYes
- ClassyYes
- Moderate NoiseYes
- DressyYes
- Offers CateringYes
- Good for GroupsYes
- Good For KidsYes
- Good for DinnerYes
- Garage Parking, Street ParkingYes
- Waiter ServiceYes
- Free Wi-FiYes
- Best nights on Friday, Saturday, SundayYes
- Full BarYes
- TVYes
- Heated Outdoor SeatingYes
- Covered Outdoor SeatingYes
- Private DiningYes
- Gender-neutral restroomsYes
- Not Good For DancingNo
- Happy HourNo
- SmokingNo
- Drive-ThruNo
- Dogs Not AllowedNo
- Bike ParkingYes
- Compostable containers availableYes
- Plastic-free packagingYes
- Provides reusable tablewareYes
Last Reviews
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Author: Diana N.
Of note, this is a review for their catering and day-of-coordination services for our June 2024 wedding at Marin Art & Garden Center. THE BEST CATERER, DAY-OF-COORDINATOR, AND STAFF YOU COULD WISH FOR!!!! David is an expert in the wedding catering business and has catered over 200 weddings. He is very professional, highly knowledgable, and easy to work with. He was very transparent about pricing, staffing needs, and expectations. David works closely with a rentals/linen company to get you affordable pricing. He walked us through every step of the way. If we could do it over again, we'd still choose IL DAVIDE! Day-of-coordinator: In addition to catering services, we hired Sara Gray, who is their exclusive coordinator. We chatted over the phone a few times to discuss our vision and timeline before meeting in person to tour the venue together. She created a timeline for us (about 2 weeks out from the wedding) and was the point of contact for all vendors and staff day-of. She also helps with design/decor set up. After the wedding ceremony, she arranged to have drinks and appetizers brought to us, so we could have a private moment together. Sara is so sweet, very communicative, and organized. We are so thankful to have had her guidance to make our big day run smoothly. Food: 10/10 delicious Italian food made with care! Our guests raved about all the food, from the hors d'oeuvres during cocktail hours, to the drinks, to dinner. The drinks were delicious and refreshing (our signatures were a basil gimlet, paloma, and old fashioned). Some favorites from the hors d'oeuvres were the ahi tuna tartare, prosciutto-wrapped shrimp, and polenta caper bites. For dinner, we chose buffet style, which kept the food warm and fresh and allowed people to try everything. David ensures everyone gets their plate of food within about 30 mins. Multiple guests raved about the truffle mushroom ravioli, and people even came back for seconds (which then ran out!). Salmon w/ cream sauce and balsamic braised beef were perfectly cooked. Service: All the catering staff and bartenders were on point! Our guests commented how nice and professional everyone was. David ensures there's at least 1-2 staff dedicated to just filling water! They kept everyone's glasses full of drink and hydration :) This shows just how thoughtful he is about his guests and ensuring a good experience. Again, I cannot recommend David, Sara, and his staff enough if you are catering any event!
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Author: Robin G.
Fantastic service and delicious food! Especially helpful waiters. We ate there 3 times in our recent week stay in San Raphael because the quality, service, and ambiance couldn't be beat. Great wine selection too!
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Author: Stuart Weil ..
Food was excellent and flavorful. The dining room and service were both great. Highly recommended.
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Author: Darlene O.
Called to get a reservation within business hours and they don't pick up nor can you leave a message on the answering machine What's up with that !! Food is great tho