Davanti Enoteca

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Davanti Enoteca
Map It 1655 India Street
Little Italy, CA 92101
(619) 237-9606
Price Range:$$$
Nearby Neighborhoods: Downtown / Gaslamp
Category: Restaurants
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  • Cuisine: Indian, Italian
  • Dress Code: Business Casual
  • Payment options: All Types
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Featuring: Full Bar, Wine List , Lounge, Patio / Outdoor Dining
  • Dining Style: Casual Elegant Dining
  • Executive Chef: Scott Harris

Editorial Review of Davanti Enoteca

It’s officially time to meet the Francesca Group’s first San Diego restaurant, Davanti Enoteca, described as an urban Italian wine bar with the seasonal cuisine of Italian farmhouses and fishing villages, handcrafted by chef and owner, Scott Harris, a James Beard Restaurateur of the Year award semi-finalist. The Francesca Group operates several award-winning restaurants in Chicago, and is now taking the San Diego food scene by storm. Located in the former Zagarella’s space, Davanti Enoteca boasts a cozy, energetic indoor ambiance and a spacious outdoor patio built for people watching in the vibrant Little Italy community. Menu items range from a starter insalate with shaved hearts of palm, lolla rosa, lemon, chili oli and pink peppercorn; to the “24 Hour Risotto” with arborio rice, toasted onion and veal glaze; and inventive entrees including the Bistecca con Ravanelli e Funghi – oven roasted wagyu tri tip with roasted radish, grilled oyster mushrooms, saba and salsa verde. Pair your dish with your choice off the extensive international wine list. The Francesca Group’s second project, an additional Davanti Enoteca and Mia Francesca, will open in Del Mar Highlands in September.

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Added 09/07/11 Unexpected Surprise!

We sort of happened upon Davanti Enoteca after an afternoon of shopping at the Farmers Market in Little Italy. What an unexpected surprise it turned out to be. We (our group had 6 people) stopped by two other places in Little Italy trying to find somewhere to get a drink and enjoy a meal. Service was poor at two other places so we left and glad we did as we discovered Davanti Enoteca – lucky us! We sat at the big round table that opens up to the side walks of Little Italy – great for people watching. The service was great – the manager took great care of us and we had the best wait person who set us up right away with drinks – which was refreshing after almost dying of thirst at two other well established local restaurants. The food was gourmet and delicious, everyone enjoyed their meal including two who were in our group that are “picky eaters”. A must try is the Mascarpone Polenta + Ragu of the day – amazing. A soft creamy white polenta that was topped with a delicious savory beef ragu. Even if you’re not a fan of polenta dishes, you must try this one, you’ll change your mind. The presentation was fantastic and it tastes even better!!! They’ve only been open in Little Italy for a few weeks so get there before they get too busy to get a seat!

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