Davio
Pittsburgh, PA 15216-3176
Phone: (412) 531-7422
- Price:
- $$
- Hours:
- Daily 5pm-10pm
Editorial Review for Davio – by Sam Edelmann
The Scene
Elegantly furnished with unusual art on the walls, Davio is one of the area's most popular dining spots. David Ayn has been a chef in Pittsburgh for decades, and his patrons have followed him from restaurant to restaurant. His food comes in huge portions, such that few ever finish a full meal here, and there is no liquor license, so people can bring their own wine.
For Starters
Upon being seated, diners are brought fresh, warm bread accompanied by an exceptional and addictive white bean spread called fagiolini. The huge salad is always fresh and well-dressed, followed by pasta. The simple red sauce is smooth and light, and diners are usually groaning about being stuffed at this point.
The Food
Just when you think you're done, the main course arrives. There are all sorts of choices here, but most regulars speak glowingly of the veal chop. It is actually a double chop, grilled beautifully. Homemade desserts, if you have room, are worth the surge.
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Insider Tips
Chow DownDavio is a fine dining experience.
Words Of WisdomBeware that the specials offered can be a good deal, more expensive than the rest of the menu, though they are usually worth the extra tariff.
User Reviews for Davio
07/04/2007 Posted by mrsdinaround
Upon entering this little restaurant, we knew by the decor this place was going to be very special, and to say the least, expensive. Original paintings and antique flow blue china decorate the walls. The bread is still warm just having been baked, and serves as a perfect foundation for the little bowls of spreads, marinated olives and cheeses, marinated beans, and a wonderful olive oil dip. The lobster bisque was to die for, and the pear salad was delicious. The veal chop with huge crabmeat lumps and a creamed asparagus sauce was phenomenal; my husband is still raving. I ate the chili sea bass with lobster tail and lobster sauce; and I'm still raving. And just before the check arrived, we were served, with the restaurant's compliments, a thick slice of grilled pineapple with chocolate sauce, fresh baked soft coconut macaroons, and black walnut truffles, all made in their own kitchen. Just the perfect way to soften and sweeten the amount of the check. But so very well worth every penny. This is not your everyday restaurant, but it certainly is one of the very few places I consider to be a real restaurant. My birthday is coming this weekend, and that's where we're going to celebrate.
Pros: exceptional food / I can bring my own wine
Cons: none
06/23/2007 Posted by mespit
I was looking forward to a good meal as I have dined here before. We were hungry but only shared a buffalo mozzarell appetizer, then had a veal chop with sweet and hot peppers and Sea Bass with lobster cream sauce, thats it. The food was very good as usual. The Bill was $133.00 not including my tip. You have to be out of your mind. I have dined in the best restaruants in the world. Do the math. If was great, not the best restaurant in the world, but not worth $60 for a veal chop and $50 for a piece of fish. You banged me over the head, the food is great but not worth it. +
Pros: Food
Cons: waitress looked messy
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