Highly overrated year after year by those in Marin who think they know truly authentic Italian food. service is sketchy and the check is presented prior to asking for one. that is a mortal sin in the culinary circles. the food is remarkably unremarkable. Your much better off with Cafe Arriverdecci down the street. more

In brief, the food was fabulous, the service professional yet relaxed and our host David was the best. We enjoyed a late Saturday dinner last weekend on a romantic getaway in San Rafael. Restaurant was still busy at 9:00 but our table was ready and our food deliverered promptly but without rushing us at all. Everyone, especially our server and... more

I read Pac Sun's Best of Marin and saw Il Davide listed as San Rafaels Best Restaurnat. New to the area and needing a good restaurant, I went there and was not disapointed. The food, service, ambiance were great, wine list excellent. We had short ribs on polenta, rich, flavorfull and an excelllent, good size piece of Swordfish sauced perfectly.... more

very nice and romantic place more

I have been to Il Davide many times - it is my favorite restaurant based on the consistent high quality of their food, wonderful service, and beautiful ambience. I have taken my well-behaved kids there, business clients, and "tourist" friends. Il Davide is upscale but not too expensive. Their food is always good. I have ordered "off-the-menu" many times and... more