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Divino
Ristorante Divino, located in Belmont on Ralston one block North of El Camino, offers true regional cuisine of modern Italy. We are open for Lunch Tues-Fri and Dinner Tues-Sun. The knowledgeable staff and incredible food allow for a memorable dining experience. Chef/Owner Vincenzo Cucco's kitchen is born from a love of all that is Italian in both traditional and creative cuisine. From the homemade to the seasonal variety, Cucco's tempered cuisine is considered one of the best in the Bay Area. Divino promises to become a destination restaurant.Ask about our special events and private dining room.
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42 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 42 reviews
5 stars
(21)
4 stars
(11)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(24)
- special occasion(14)
- fit for foodies(10)
- romantic(8)
- kid-friendly(7)
- good for groups(6)
Divino Reviews List
Review 1 for Divino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service problem
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Waiter too hovering - pushy - tried to enjoy cocktail & company & take time studying menu. Restaurant not busy. Waiter hovered & had no patience. We did not want to be rushed."
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Divino
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Average
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall, quite average. I recommend Vivace instead."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 3 for Divino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It is a nice neighborhood gem with good food & good ambiance."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Divino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Authentic food, great service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Top quality - fresh, delicious, authentic food; excellent menu choices; desserts are amazing; service is fast and friendly; nice environment;"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Divino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is a favorite of ours.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a favorite of ours. The Insalata Barbietole is the best I've had. Something about the dressing... Their homemade meatballs are delicious, as is their gnocchi. Their soups are delicious too! The service is so friendly; always greeting us with a smile."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Divino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Entertaining my son-in-law's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Entertaining my son-in-law's parents. They never ate in Belmont before and really raved about Divino after our dinner. Thanks."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Divino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent as always. Outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent as always. Outstanding service. Expertly crafted dishes. Great wines."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 8 for Divino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Divino in Belmont
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It's hard to find a good restaurant right in our neighborhood without having to venture further out to San Carlos/RWC or up to San Mateo. There are plenty of casual dining spots but if you're looking for something a little more upscale without murdering your wallet, then there isn't much to choose from. I'm glad we ended up stopping in to check out Divino though, as they have some pretty delicious dishes and provide a warm, elegant ambience to eat in. Not the best Italian I've had but a solid choice in Belmont!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Divino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food and service. Consistently very good. Owners are very personable and well as all the staff."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Divino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice place to eat for a special
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nice place to eat for a special occasion. Well prepared food with very tasty pasta dishes. Sat near the kitchen, but the kitchen door was left open the whole time....which was not pleasent. Good service with quick refills of water and soda for the kids. They had a pair of reading glasses handy for my 89 year old mother in law who forgot her glasses."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for Divino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another visit found the food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Another visit found the food excellent as usual with great service. The special of the nights was truly outstanding: Tagliolini al Granchio, homemade thin noodles with fresh crab done in a Prosecco wine sauce with fresh tomatoes and arugula. The lentil soup: excellent, as always, as was the other appetizer of meatballs with a tomato sauce. It continues to be one of only a few places on the Peninsula to have truly Italian food that is prepared as it should be, just like you're in Italy. Service by our waiter, Juan-Carlos, and his staff was perfection. Bravo!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 12 for Divino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
RAVED!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went there to celebrate my husband's birthday. We were treated like family, from the moment of taking my reservation over the phone, until we were leaving. They have a beautiful selection of wines, and if you ask for a recommendation, will pair your dish perfectly. Perfect place for both a romantic dinner for two, or dinner for a family with young children like ours. If you want an old fashioned and exquisite dining experience by a professional staff, then look no further. We'll certainly be back to treat ourselves to more! Thank you everyone at Divino!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 13 for Divino
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very nice and enjoyable neighborhoo
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very nice and enjoyable neighborhood place. As yet undiscovered. Recently updated and quite lovely bar. We really enjoyed being able to have nice conversation. Could hardly hear other diners speaking."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2010
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Divino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Co-owner Carlos is a warm
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Co-owner Carlos is a warm and friendly person who is always happy to accommodate a special menu request. Everyone on the staff has treated us like family and been very nice to our chidren. They serve very good food in a relaxed atmosphere. We recently were there on an extremely busy evening and did not feel at all rushed through our dinner."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for Divino
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointing
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I am disappointed in Divinos. The food in the past was very tasty, home cooked, and fresh. From the waiters to the entrees, I felt like I was in Italy. The pre-remodel Divinos had a warm, inviting, comfortable ambience which was part of the experience.
Now, part of the restaurant is warm and inviting and the other part is sterile, cold and uninviting. The food is very pricey for dishes that tasted like they had been cooked and then rewarmed. I absolutely loved Divinos in the past, but due to the poor quality and pricing, I won't be coming back for awhile."
Now, part of the restaurant is warm and inviting and the other part is sterile, cold and uninviting. The food is very pricey for dishes that tasted like they had been cooked and then rewarmed. I absolutely loved Divinos in the past, but due to the poor quality and pricing, I won't be coming back for awhile."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
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Review 16 for Divino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing Food!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been here twice now, for special occasion as well as just for a great night out, and the food is always amazing, service is great, and we will be coming back here again and again. We always leave very satisfied and can't wait to come back and try something different the next time. Always good to have a reservation though, as spots fill up fast in this small neighborhood gem! :)"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Divino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I had a great experience and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I had a great experience and it was the perfect place for Valentines Day. Not noisy and had great service!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 18 for Divino
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Fresh salmon special was excellent.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Fresh salmon special was excellent. My friends veal scallopine was dreadful.
Wine was excellent and the serving generous.
The waiter was attentive and gracious.
We were served a surprise panna cotta with a candle. The waiter must have overheard me wishing my friend a Happy Birthday."
Wine was excellent and the serving generous.
The waiter was attentive and gracious.
We were served a surprise panna cotta with a candle. The waiter must have overheard me wishing my friend a Happy Birthday."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 19 for Divino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Jlast time we were disappointed,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Jlast time we were disappointed, bit everything was delicious. We saw the owner Vinchenzo there so we wonder if that was the differece. Grilled caramali with beans, meat balls sea bteam dessert all excellent and the wine wad so reasonably priced."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Divino
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Perhaps it was an off night?
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I don't know what happened: Divino used to be such a gem. But this time the food was really disappointing. There was nothing Caesar about the Caesar salad: no croutons, no parmesan, watery dressing. And the clams in the pasta didn't taste fresh, and the sauce was uninspired.
I hope that they do better with others; I'd hate to see a great neighborhood restaurant lose its luster."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2008
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Review 21 for Divino
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love the staff and food is
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Love the staff and food is great!"
Dined on 01/31/2013
2013
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Divino
Based on the average of (21) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
0 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate