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Il Davide Restaurant

901 A St Ste A, San Rafael, CA 94901-3025
(415) 454-8080
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Ranked #10 of 114 restaurants in San Rafael
Price range: $31 - $40
Cuisines: Italian
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Good for: Romance, Outdoor seating, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Cross street: 3rd and 4th
Description: Voted "Best Italian Restaurant in Marin" by Pacific Sun readers and Marin favorite over 16 years! Chef David Haydon has created an ambitious menu selection that includes house made pastas, salads, natural meats, sustainable fish and small plates with a contemporary and classic style. We have always supported local and organic farmers and producers. Il Divide’s Wine Spectator award winning wine list and full spirit bar and lounge add to the casual elegant and warm atmosphere, making for a great meeting place with family and friends. Best parking in Marin County! See you there!
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San Rafael, California
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92 reviews 92 reviews
33 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 43 cities Reviews in 43 cities
84 helpful votes 84 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

My wife and I have been here several times and we've always had great food. For the pasta dishes, I especially like the Pappardelle ai Tre Funghi and the Orechiette alla Davide. For the meat dishes, the Short Ribs and the Agnello Brasato (lamb shank) are out of this world. On a warm evening, it's great to dine at one... More

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Tampa, FL
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

The food was excellent! I had the lamb chop salad (3 lollipop lamb chops on a big plate of mixed greens). My lunch partner had the linguini agli scampi (shrimp) which he raved about. If only I lived in San Rafael I would go here often. Excellent service also.

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San Francisco, California
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20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013

I have been to many Italian restaurants these days, and this is another good one to come across. First dinner i ever had in San Rafael, and nothing but absolutely impressive. I had the house special, always fish for me of course, and it was splendid. The closest taste of excellency compares to this dish was the Ashton restaurant, Bangkok... More

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california
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25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2013

Had not been to Davids for a while, and decided to try it again. This is a very popular spot, so make sure you make a reservation. There were three of us and we all ordered something different. The salads were very good and very generous. Served cold and crisp and not over dressed. The Risotto with seafood was full... More

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Tiburon, California
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7 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2013

We have gone to Il Davide many, many times. The food has always been excellent. The people who check you in are either the owner, his son or his daughter. It doesn"t matter who is there because they are all efficient and extremely pleasant. The restaurant is always busy so you need to make a reservation. Besides the check staff... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2013

Nice visit to Il Davide. The veal piccata seemed a bit over-seasoned with a too creamy sauce, but after the first bite I was hooked. Loved the carpaccio. Terrific vanilla ice cream. My only complaint was that no one was familiar with the Italian aperitif, the americano. Good service.

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11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2013 via mobile

I have dined here many times over the last few years and can always expect a good meal. Our last visit was a celebration for my mother in laws birthday, which falls on a Monday, the one day this restaurant is closed. We went on a Sunday to celebrate and made a reservation on line through Open Table. We all... More

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San Francisco, California
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24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 3, 2013

Great food and wonderful environment. This is a small intimate but fabulous restaurant. Worth the wait.

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Petaluma, CA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 24, 2012

I had the sweet potato ravioli and it was a bit too sweet for me but otherwise tasty. Their calamari is quite delicious - my favorite in the Marin area. Their food doesn't disappoint.

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Sacramento
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7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 20, 2012

Recently was treated to a business lunch at Il Davide and found both the service and food outstanding. The small room at the back of the main dining room was perfect for our group of 15 to dine and meet. Service was attentive but not disruptive as we talked. We had a pre-arrranged menu, with options that was suitable for... More

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