Davanti Ristorante

2900 Weslayan St A, Houston
(281) 888-2201

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Burrata Cheese with Parma Prosciutto and Bruschetta
Handmade Ravioli with Lira Rossa Ricotta & Spinach
Grilled Mediterranean Octopus Alla Pugliese
Carbonara with Grilled Chicken
Pasta Carbonara with Chicken
Chocolate Decadence Torta
Octopus with Spaghetti
Manhattan Clam Chowder
Lasagna Bolognese
Baby Octopus Ragu

Menu

Antipasto
Burrata Cheese with Parma Prosciutto and Bruschetta
Burrata cheese, 36-month aged bone-in parma prosciutto and bruschettas with Mediterranean pesto and mozzarella
Grilled Mediterranean Octopus alla Pugliese
Grilled Mediterranean octopus served with caponata sauce

Insalate
House Salad
Romaine, arugula, baby spinach, carrot, red onion, and tomatoes with house-made lemon extra virgin olive oil vinaigrette dressing
Caesar Salad
Fresh romaine lettuce with house-made croutons, caesar dressing, and shaved parmesan cheese
Arugula & Quinoa Salad
Baby arugula, red quinoa, grape tomatoes, Italian black olives (taggiasche), and pecorino Toscano cheese with house-made lemon-extra virgin olive oil vinaigrette dressing

Zuppa
Manhattan Clam Chowder
Clam chowder with tomato, carrot, onion, potato, and basil
Minestrone alla Genovese
Fat-free broth with seasonal vegetables
Minestra di Lenticchie e Farro
Lentils and spelt cooked slowly with celery, carrot, onion. Also called Etruscan soup due to its ancient origins.

Classico
Tagliatelle with lamb sauce all'Abruzzese
Lamb braised slowly in onions, celery, carrots, and tomato sauce
Lasagna alla Bolognese
Five-layer house-made pasta with traditional bolognese sauce and cheese béchamel
Grilled Mediterranean Octopus with Side Spaghetti
Grilled mediterranean octopus served with thin spaghetti sautéed in extra virgin olive oil, garlic, basil, and fresh tomatoes
Eggplant Parmigiana with Side House Salad
Gluten-free pan-fried eggplant with marinara, fresh mozzarella, and basil
Sauteed Chicken Marengo with Side Spaghetti
A dish created for Napoleon after the Battle of Marengo - Marsala sauce, mushrooms, crawfish, and tomatoes served on top of sautéed chicken
Tagliolini Verdure e Gamberi
Thin pasta sautéed with shrimp, zucchini, leeks, carrots, tomatoes, and basil
Linguini con Vongole alla Napoletana
Linguine with clams in EVOO, garlic, and basil in the Neapolitan-style
Handmade Ravioli with LIRA Rossa Ricotta & Spinach
Handmade ravioli stuffed with ricotta and spinach, sautéed in butter, parmesan cheese, and sage
Rigatoni Cacio e Pepe
Creamed pasta with pecorino cheese and black pepper

Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, and spicy Calabrese salami
Sausage Pizza
Marinara sauce, house-made sausage crumbs, red onion, and shredded mozzarella
Margherita Pizza
Marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, fresh grape tomatoes, and basil
Fredda Pizza
Marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, arugula, and sliced 36-month-aged parma prosciutto
Cheese Pizza
tomato sauce and mozzarella

Build-Your-Own Pasta
BYO Pasta

Sides
Chicken
Shrimp
Salmon
Meatballs
Bread
Extra Sauce
octopus

Desserts
Cannoli
Apple Cinnamon Raisin Torta
Tiramisu
Almond Torta
Chocolate Decadence Torta
Panna Cotta
chocolate cherry
lindsor
zuppa ingles
GELATO (3)
GELATO (1)
bamboloni
sbrisolona + gelato
sbrisolona
choc chip cookies (10)

Beverages
Soft Drink
Iced Tea
Bottled Water
Small San Pellegrino
Large San Pellegrino
Can San Pellegrino
Surgiva
Hot Tea

Pastas
Bucatini (4.5oz)
Conchiglie (4.5oz)
Fettucine (4.5oz)
Fusilli (4.5oz)
Linguine (4.5oz)
Pappardelle (4.5oz)
Large Rigatoni (4.5oz)
Small Rigatoni (4.5oz)
Spaghetti (4.5oz)
Tagliatelle (4.5oz)
Tagliolini (4.5oz)
Ravioli (5oz)

Sauces
Lamb 8oz
Bolognese 8oz
Marinara 8oz
Pesto 7oz
Alfredo 8oz
Meatball (3) w/ Sauce

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Recent Reviews

First time last night. I have been looking for a restaurant that did cacio de pepe and Affagato. Excellent choice. We were early so we received the happy hour bottle of wine antipasto plate. Then pizza and cacio de pepe finished with Affagato and crème brûlée. We will be back.
August 2025
Food is always amazing here. I ordered the lamb and spouse ordered the carbonara. Everything was amazing like always. We try to come once a month. This place never failed and is a staple in the River oaks area.
July 2025
I’ve been dining at Davanti Ristorante since I moved to Houston three years ago. starting with the food, It is absolutely delicious and reminds me of the food I had in Italy whenever i am there. The owners and the employees are such amazing people and very accommodating to whatever needs such as date night or a birthday celebration.

I highly recommend this family owned spot and it’s definitely a destination for authentic Italian food. The cost for a couple...
July 2025

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Davanti Ristorante

2900 Weslayan St A, Houston, TX 77027
(281) 888-2201