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Da Vinci

A stylish Italian eatery located where Boston’s Back Bay meets the South End, Da Vinci Ristorante focuses on modern and classic Italian cuisine. Owner/Chef Peppino (formerly of La Campania in Waltham, MA) offers an array of beautifully presented Antipasti and Entrees, including homemade pastas, breads and desserts made fresh daily. With an expanded bar area, Da Vinci offers low couches and comfy chairs that serve as an intimate meeting place to sip wine and cocktails named after Da Vinci’s most famous works.

We offer live music every Friday between the hours of 5:30 and 9:30pm. Enjoy our delectable food and superb service while listening to some great live music. Free valet service is also offered to patrons who come to the restaurant on or before 5:30pm (Thursday - Saturday) with valid theater tickets for that day (Not applicable with any other deals or promotions).
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151 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
(151 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 151 reviews
5 stars
(84)
4 stars
(50)
3 stars
(13)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(2)
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(78)
  • special occasion(77)
  • romantic(68)
  • neighborhood gem(53)
  • good for groups(46)
  • notable wine list(45)
Da Vinci Reviews List
Review 1 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
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"Fabulous food, outstanding menu. A great place to take friends or out-of-towners to make a good impression. Did I mention the expresso martini (made to order), the cosmo and the wonderful bottle of wine? A great night, as always."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Not family friendly

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We called ahead to verify that our children would be welcome and that they had a highchair for our baby, etc. However, this is NOT a family friendly restaurant. They did have a high chair, but the server was clearly pretentious, they do not have a children's menu (nor are they willing to offer any accommodation to feed your children). So, we ate dinner (we were a large party and it was a Saturday night so there was no other choice), paid nearly $30 for our 6 year old to eat pasta, and then walked down the street to get a pizza for our younger child at Cheesecake Factory afterward. Overall, we were made to feel EXTREMELY unwelcome and I would never eat there again. The food was just ok - don't bother going here - even without children."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 3 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Get the burrata

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I loved the burrata. It is made in house. The rigatoni was fine at best and I liked the parpadelle. Soufflé was delicious and had it been a date night would have been perfect. They have fabulous service."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 4 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

DaVinci is currently my favorite

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"DaVinci is currently my favorite Italian restaurant. Compared to Davios and Erbaluce which are within a block of DaVinci and also Italian, I'd say the service and food at DaVinci was superior. And that is a lot of praise for anyone who has been to those other restaurants recently."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 5 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Had a great experience. Staff

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a great experience. Staff is welcoming and efficient. Great for pre-theatre dinning!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The service was wonderful

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The service was wonderful and they made the night feel very special for a surprise birthday party! I will absolutely go again."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, romantic
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Review 7 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

went there after the theatre.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"went there after the theatre. Have eaten at Davinci previously. Food is amazing. Somewhat pricey but given service, quality of food it is worth it. Everyone in my party of 4 had incredible food. Rigatoni Bolognese is possibly the best in the city and maybe best I have ever had (other than when I had it a the top restaurant in Bologna Italy). There was a swordfish special that was unbelievable as well."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 8 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Prior to booking our reservation

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Prior to booking our reservation through Open Table, I was excited about the menu, but was a little taken back at the prices on the menu once we arrived at DaVinci...prices weren't listed online...regardless the meal and fresh pasta was fantastic."
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 9 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The food was fine, but $28

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was fine, but $28 for a simple whole wheat penne pasta with simple tomato sauce is outrageous. I won't return."
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2008
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Review 10 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very good food and friendly,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very good food and friendly, professional staff. Our server Katie was excellent, knew the menu and the specials. the Chef came over and spent several minutes talking with us. Beef Tenderloin was fantastic (regular menu) and Black Sea Bass (special) was great too. Portion sizes were perfect. It is a little noisy, some of the noise came from a couple watching a basketball game at the bar and cheering rather loudly. fortunately the game ended about 15 minutes after we were seated. Other than that...great overall experience. I would recommend Da Vinci!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2013
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Review 11 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It was a great meal, the chef

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was a great meal, the chef was so gracious and the entire waitstaff made us feel so special."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2005
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 12 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Impressed by Da Vinci

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent experience. Scallop appetizer was perfect. I had the rack of lamb which was perfectly cooked it was delicious from the sauce to the vegetables. Everyone was very pleased with the food. Especially the deserts. The service was impeccable as well. I would definitely recommend Da Vinci."
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food and Service

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent food and Service will recommend to everyone"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 14 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Will go again and again

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We visited during restaurant week and between the four of us had just about everything on the menu. Not a single item disappointed. The portions were perfect. My favorite was the white-bean soup, but my date loved the steak - perfectly cooked."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Went for restaurant week.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Went for restaurant week. Did not have any particular expectations, but found the food very good. Didn't have any pasta, though. Room was quite noisy."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Went for Restaurant Week.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Went for Restaurant Week. It was good but nothing spectacular. Hard to justify paying their high prices for just good pasta. Loved the ambiance though. I say just go right to the North End!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2009
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Review 17 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Absolutely Wonderful

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The quality and flavor was absolutely excellent! The staff was very helpful and made our dining experience for the first time at Da Vinci very memorable."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 18 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food and staff. Good

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food and staff. Good for groups as restaurant is loud."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 19 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

THe music was a little too

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"THe music was a little too loud. FOod was sooo good but really filling. They should take their time bringing the food out to us."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 20 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our party of 4 ordered a 5

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our party of 4 ordered a 5 course tasting menu, so we got to try a lot of different plates. The Chef suggested items for our meal, and was happy to accomodate a vegetarian. For starters, a burrata with tomato, a small green salad and cheesy arancini were all excellent. Next, the Masala raviolis were an inventive Indian/Italian fusion, bursting with flavor, and the gnocchi con funghi were soft and comforting, rich and truffly. Main courses of haddock and melt in your mouth beef tenderloin were also top notch, as was a molton chocolate cake dessert with vanilla ice cream. There were no flaws, and no shortcomings in our meal. A personal visit from the chef was a special treat. I will return (for those gnocchi) sooner rather than later."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Masala Ravioli Rocks!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was our first time to Da Vinci and the food was excellent. We had the masala ravioli and the haddock on a pea potato biscuit, very unique and very tasty! Kim was our server and was very friendly and helpful. The rest of the wait staff also exhibited excellent service and responsiveness. Wonderful experience overall."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 22 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ordered off the Restaurant

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Ordered off the Restaurant Week menu. Multiple choices for each course. They even had additional appetizer and entree choices, for an additional charge. Food was very good. Service was a little aggressive. The waiter came over several times and attempted to take away our plates, despite having food left and still eating."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent food and service.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent food and service. Although the dining room was very crowded (tables are very close together). The noise level did not appear to be overly loud but due to acoustics of the room, hearing my dining companions was very difficult."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2005
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 24 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a lovely dinner, service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had a lovely dinner, service was excellent. Chef Peppino visited with us for a few moments which really added to our experience."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We went to Da Vinci for Restaurant

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went to Da Vinci for Restaurant Week Winter 2013. The menu was excellent and the arancini was by far the best I've ever had. The service was a little iffy - it took forever to get our drinks refilled, which was annoying, but not a deal breaker because we were enjoying a delicious meal together on a Friday evening. Can't complain!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfection

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything about the place was perfect including the food"
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 27 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I was visiting Boston, staying

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I was visiting Boston, staying in a hotel in the area and there are very few good, vegetarian friendly restaurants in the area. My son and I both had excellent vegetarian dishes at Da Vinci."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Da Vinci was the best dining

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Da Vinci was the best dining experience my girlfriend and I have ever had. The waiter was fantastic and the food and drinks we ordered were all amazing. We went as part of restaurant week and could not normally afford to eat at a place like this but they treated us like valued customers nonetheless. I would absolutely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an outstanding dining experience."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 29 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food here was amazing

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"The food here was amazing from the appetizers to the desserts our entire party was extremely happy! We went during restaurant week and at the top of the menu it said ask your server about gluten free options. Our server did not seem at all knowledgeable. He had to go ask the chef multiple times what items can be made gluten free and made it seem like an inconvenience. This was quite disappointing."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

great food and service! went

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"great food and service! went for restaurant week and couldn't have been better!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 31 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Friendly staff and delicious food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Went to Da Vinci during restaurant week and it was delicious. The service was prompt and friendly and everything about the food (presentation, portion size and taste) was perfect. Will definitely go back to check out more items from the regular menu. Highly recommended."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2008
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We happened to go during Restaurant

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We happened to go during Restaurant Week and didn't know there would be a fixed menu. The soup and salad were tremendous, but the entrees were mediocre. Same for the desserts - I wish we'd had more choice. Service was exemplerary though - nothing to complain about on that front!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2013
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Review 33 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Decent place but there are

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Decent place but there are much better ones in the area"
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 34 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Found Da Vinci on the website

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Found Da Vinci on the website for Boston Restaurant week. The menu looked great and it is located in an area near my office which I always like to explore for good restaurants. They did not disappoint. The food was excellent, our server was really friendly and helpful, the atmosphere was great. I will certainly be going back next time I'm in the mood for some good italian food, and highly recommend Da Vinci to anyone who hasn't eaten here yet"
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 35 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 36 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The arancini was out of this

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The arancini was out of this world as was the chocolate mousse which had a nice surprise of a creamy chocolate coating on the bottom of the glass."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was my second time going

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was my second time going to Da Vinci and it was just as fantastic as the first time - I'd come again and again. The food is delicious and the service is outstanding; the perfect full dining experience."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious and artfully presented

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Delicious and artfully presented 3 course dinner. Superlative wait staff . Excellent cocktails. Will return soon!"
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic
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Review 39 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

horrible service & staff

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My friends and I decided to go to Da Vinci for a friend's 30th birthday. We had 8pm reservations and half of us were on time but we were told several times that our table was no ready and at one point they said we can't be seated till everyone arrives but that was not mentioned upon check in. They finally seated us a little after 8:30pm. Also the host made several remarks about how our friends were late for an 8pm reservations but its not like the table was ready when we arrived either. Things happend and people run late so those snarky comments were rude and uncalled for. Needless to say we will not return. There are plenty of great restaurants in the area so there is no need to put up with this kind of horrible service."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2007
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Review 40 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Will go back

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was terrific. The shrimp app is a must. We both had pasta, homemade, cooked perfectly al dente (of course) and big portions. Waiter was helpful in picking a unique bottle of Italian red. Very much enjoyed it."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 41 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Went on Valentines Day with

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Went on Valentines Day with my boyfriend. Food was great, service was terrible. It's quite unfortunate, but most times when young couples go anywhere (from our experience) we are treated lesser than more senior adults; really ruins the experience. No exception here, not sure if we would go back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2011
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Review 42 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My family went to DaVinci

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My family went to DaVinci to celebrate a birthday and the whole evening was outstanding.We started with drinks in the bar area and the atmosphere was relaxed yet quietly elegant.The restaurant was visually a treat and the lighting set a very warm tone.Our server and the manager were wonderfully attentive throughout the evening and made well-appreciated recommendations for appetizers, the main course and wine choices.Our dinner, start to finish, was a series of taste celebrations and we all thoroughly enjoyed the entire meal.The scallops appetizer was an early highlight, and we actually ordered a second plate.The main courses were perfectly prepared from the tenderloin to the short ribs to the ravioli.All were shared.A delighful experience!!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2006
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

other than feeling a little

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"other than feeling a little rushed the food was great"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2007
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 44 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Interesting crowd. Waiter

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Interesting crowd. Waiter was rushing us...Noise level was high and the menu that lights up--was a little much. The valet parking was expensive and I did not have a lot of faith that we would get back our car. I tried Da Vinci bc I had heard good things but a restaurant review is all relative, isn't it. We won't be going back."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2006
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Review 45 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very good, but missing a star...

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food, atmosphere and service are very good at Da Vinci. The dining room has a warm elegance to it and there are nice touches such as the backlit menus (although they are quite large for the small tables). We started with the Indian Fusion Shrimp Salad and the Prosciutto e Asparagi and both were good, but not great. Dinners were much better, the Pappardelle with Short Ribs was very flavorful as was the Rigatoni Bolognese. For desert, we had the chocolate souffle and apple crostata and both were excellent. There is something about Da Vinci that didn't quite feel right. Our server had an air of pretentiousness and was not overly friendly. The overall value for the experience didn't quite measure up. In summary, Da Vince is a good four sta"
Dined on 02/27/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 46 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Not Worth It

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have been to Da Vinci several times. This latest was not up to expectations. The Tuscan soup had good flavor but was watery. The haddock special, at $34, was ordinary and had too much salt. My wife also complained about the chef having a heavy hand with salt. Other diners thought their dishes were just okay. At these prices the food needs to be very special to receive strong ratings. Service was another issue. The waiter came over to remind us we needed to order early for 2 desserts, said he would be right back, then disappeared for 20 minutes. At that point any dessert was a moot issue, as he knew we had theater tickets. Overall, at high prices Da Vinci needs to deliver much better food and service than what we experienced."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 47 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Liked but didn't love - this

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Liked but didn't love - this was my first time at this restaurant and the menu was a little bit different for an Italian restaurant with some innovative menu selections. I liked the restaurant however thought it was very quick as we were seated, appetizer out very quickly even though we had drinks and entree immediately after appetizer removed. Right when our plates were clear someone came over to get our valet ticket, so our entire dining experience was 1 hour and for such a short time, we want to have a more relaxed and not rushed dining experience. I wouldn't dine at restaurant again due to so many better restaurants with more relaxed atmospheres in the area."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2006
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Review 48 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Fusion food, was good, but

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Fusion food, was good, but service was lackluster. Forgot a salad, never came to refill our drinks, left us waiting for the check--and the music was really awful--the guitar player just played four chords over and over. It wasn't even a song."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 49 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Memorable evening

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had an absolutely wonderful meal, and everything was perfect. The Friday night music was lovely and not overwhelming. Thank you for a memorable evening."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 50 for Da Vinci
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Italian with a touch of Indian.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We experienced outstanding service from the wait staff and reception. Da Vinci definitely is very nice than one imagines while looking at it from the street; perhaps due to the absence of anything interesting in it's block. It is Italian with a touch of India in some items. We liked the somewhat limited menu; everything we ate was very good. It may not appeal to one who is looking for classic Italian. We'd surely go back even though we thought it was a tide pricey considering the offerings and portion sizes."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2006
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