Great local Italian restaurant with fine service and first rate food. Ambiance is great; if weather is nice, sit outside. My wife and I like to sit under the grape arbor.
Kaitlyn M.
Went on a date here and the entire experience was phenomenal. The food was spectacular, the service was great. When you get there it seems really out of place for a restaurant location, but it's got a cool speakeasy vibe which really made everything that much more special, even though it was freezing we sat outside because of how peacefully quiet it was, (our server was very kind and lit two heaters for us.) the garden courtyard wasn't lit up so we will have to take a trip back there soon to see it all lit up it looked very romantic. The food was delicious we got the clams and mussels app, and two specials of the day a gnocchi dish with a truffle sauce of sorts that was really yummy and the pistachio crusted salmon. We also opted for dessert, I could have tried something else, but I really wanted the crème brûlée which turned out perfect and was made with fresh vanilla. Overall I was so impressed and excited to go back soon!
A
Amazing Easter time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary L
Recommended and did not disappoint! Sat outdoors and thoroughly enjoyed the excellent food and fantastic service. We felt like we were in Italy for sure! Our party enjoyed clam and mussels appetizer in a potato broth, and roasted tomato bisque. For main courses we enjoyed lobster squid ink pasta, seafood stew and vegetable/ricotta stuffed pasta. A wonderful Sicilian Nero complimented the meal perfectly. The bread is delicious as is the gelato. I hope you relax and enjoy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tom Hoeber
The best in Davis and that's saying something!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeffrey DeJesus
We drove over an hour just to find out they’re not gonna service us. We made online reservations.The waiter is the one that had attitude too.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
MargaretB
The most sophisticated and perfect restaurant in the region. Everything, and I mean everything is done to please the palate, the eye, the nose. And it is simple. What exactly makes it perfect? I'm not sure, but it is. My cioppino was a delight and not overdone - the broth was heavenly. My friends' gnocchi with truffle sauce was also simple and perfect. Everything disappeared. Thank you Fasulos!
Andrew McDaniel
Date night dinner, first time we had been in several years. As soon as we walked in we were welcomed by incredible aromas in the small indoor dining room. While the dining room is small, and was full, it’s not loud and we could easily converse.We had creamy polenta, lobster bisque, a take on caprese with roasted tomatoes, pasta, and ciopino, topped off with chocolate gelato. The food and service were excellent and we plan on a much shorter interval for our next visit.Dietary restrictions: They have vegetarian options on the menu and the menu also says they can make meals for those who are gluten free and vegan.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
AndrewM
Date night dinner, first time we had been in several years. As soon as we walked in we were welcomed by incredible aromas in the small indoor dining room. While the dining room is small, and was full, it's not loud and we could easily converse. We had creamy polenta, lobster bisque, a take on caprese with roasted tomatoes, pasta, and ciopino, topped off with chocolate gelato. The food and service were excellent and we plan on a much shorter interval for our next visit.
MarionB
Everything perfect as expected except my ravioli was tough on the edges. But the divine sauce on it made up for it. I have eaten here many times and often have the ravioli so this edge toughness surprised me.
Overall our experience was good, but there is room for improvement. The seafood pasta had lobster so chewy it could not be cut with a knife. It was like chewing on bubble gum. I let the server know, then nothing happened. When he handed us the bill I asked how he was going to compensate us for the lobster and he stated he would ask the chef. The chef reduced the bill by $13. The tomato soup and chicken were really tasty. The dip for the bread, tasted like wheat grass, which was not great. Also, the bread comes out so late in the meal. Why wait until after the first serving to serve the bread?
MichelleK
This place is incredible. We have been going here for years. We love to sit outside when the weather is nice. Raviolis with pomegranate wonderful and clam/mussels with garlic delicious. Service was exceptional,
TimS
I always go to a restaurant to enjoy the food first. Menu and food was great. Little pricey but quality outstanding. Out side of being packed in with others very good. I do need to come back and sit outside when weather changes. See you soon
Seniorfoodie
As always, the fare and service were superb! But BTW, the computer program that manages your credit card info to make a reservation is infuriating! I don't mind giving a credit card to secure a reservation, but the computer pram you use for doing this is lousy it accepts my card ther rejects it.
Youngprofdiner
All around fantastic meal! Everything was delicious, especially the squid ink pasta which isn't something I'd normally order. Will be back when the weather is nicer to enjoy the patio!
Great local Italian restaurant with fine service and first rate food. Ambiance is great; if weather is nice, sit outside. My wife and I like to sit under the grape arbor.
Went on a date here and the entire experience was phenomenal. The food was spectacular, the service was great. When you get there it seems really out of place for a restaurant location, but it's got a cool speakeasy vibe which really made everything that much more special, even though it was freezing we sat outside because of how peacefully quiet it was, (our server was very kind and lit two heaters for us.) the garden courtyard wasn't lit up so we will have to take a trip back there soon to see it all lit up it looked very romantic. The food was delicious we got the clams and mussels app, and two specials of the day a gnocchi dish with a truffle sauce of sorts that was really yummy and the pistachio crusted salmon. We also opted for dessert, I could have tried something else, but I really wanted the crème brûlée which turned out perfect and was made with fresh vanilla. Overall I was so impressed and excited to go back soon!
Amazing Easter time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended and did not disappoint! Sat outdoors and thoroughly enjoyed the excellent food and fantastic service. We felt like we were in Italy for sure! Our party enjoyed clam and mussels appetizer in a potato broth, and roasted tomato bisque. For main courses we enjoyed lobster squid ink pasta, seafood stew and vegetable/ricotta stuffed pasta. A wonderful Sicilian Nero complimented the meal perfectly. The bread is delicious as is the gelato. I hope you relax and enjoy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best in Davis and that's saying something!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We drove over an hour just to find out they’re not gonna service us. We made online reservations.The waiter is the one that had attitude too.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
The most sophisticated and perfect restaurant in the region. Everything, and I mean everything is done to please the palate, the eye, the nose. And it is simple. What exactly makes it perfect? I'm not sure, but it is. My cioppino was a delight and not overdone - the broth was heavenly. My friends' gnocchi with truffle sauce was also simple and perfect. Everything disappeared. Thank you Fasulos!
Date night dinner, first time we had been in several years. As soon as we walked in we were welcomed by incredible aromas in the small indoor dining room. While the dining room is small, and was full, it’s not loud and we could easily converse.We had creamy polenta, lobster bisque, a take on caprese with roasted tomatoes, pasta, and ciopino, topped off with chocolate gelato. The food and service were excellent and we plan on a much shorter interval for our next visit.Dietary restrictions: They have vegetarian options on the menu and the menu also says they can make meals for those who are gluten free and vegan.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Date night dinner, first time we had been in several years. As soon as we walked in we were welcomed by incredible aromas in the small indoor dining room. While the dining room is small, and was full, it's not loud and we could easily converse. We had creamy polenta, lobster bisque, a take on caprese with roasted tomatoes, pasta, and ciopino, topped off with chocolate gelato. The food and service were excellent and we plan on a much shorter interval for our next visit.
Everything perfect as expected except my ravioli was tough on the edges. But the divine sauce on it made up for it. I have eaten here many times and often have the ravioli so this edge toughness surprised me.
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Overall our experience was good, but there is room for improvement. The seafood pasta had lobster so chewy it could not be cut with a knife. It was like chewing on bubble gum. I let the server know, then nothing happened. When he handed us the bill I asked how he was going to compensate us for the lobster and he stated he would ask the chef. The chef reduced the bill by $13. The tomato soup and chicken were really tasty. The dip for the bread, tasted like wheat grass, which was not great. Also, the bread comes out so late in the meal. Why wait until after the first serving to serve the bread?
This place is incredible. We have been going here for years. We love to sit outside when the weather is nice. Raviolis with pomegranate wonderful and clam/mussels with garlic delicious. Service was exceptional,
I always go to a restaurant to enjoy the food first. Menu and food was great. Little pricey but quality outstanding. Out side of being packed in with others very good. I do need to come back and sit outside when weather changes. See you soon
As always, the fare and service were superb! But BTW, the computer program that manages your credit card info to make a reservation is infuriating! I don't mind giving a credit card to secure a reservation, but the computer pram you use for doing this is lousy it accepts my card ther rejects it.
All around fantastic meal! Everything was delicious, especially the squid ink pasta which isn't something I'd normally order. Will be back when the weather is nicer to enjoy the patio!