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4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 1321 reviews

What Michael M likes about Dave's Italian Kitchen:
Good local place in Evanston. Every time we have been there it's mostly locals Vs students. However i think it's students waiting tables. The food is really good. If you want leftovers get the large calzones. The service is why this place gets 4 stars. The last time there the waiter was literally asking what the tip was so he could figure out the bill. Like the guy is paying in cash just bring him his change .... Jus... View all feedback.

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5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
Jody
04.04.2023 - 04:52

Dave's Italian cuisine lives! This new spot is smaller and cozier, but the calzone is still great. $12 you get a huge, almost big enough for 2 people. wished th...

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Jody
04.04.2023 - 04:52

Food and service was fantastic!! Our group was all vegetarian and tried her garlic bread, pasta, lasagna, pizza and her desserts. Everything was good. Loved the...

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Prince
04.04.2023 - 04:52

Dave's new kitchen is a small cozy place, with delicious food! The server was very sympathetic and helpful. Take his suggestion and ordered the Ravioli with Ros...

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Betty
04.04.2023 - 04:52

That's great! Salad is so fresh and the spinach ricotta pie, to die for!!! Super generous part. Very reasonable!

Treva
04.04.2023 - 04:52

Just as good as it was the day it opened. Incredibly solid Italian food. No frills. Just good food in a cozy environment. Highly recommended!!

Restaurantji
4.3 ★ from 155 reviews
J
19.08.2023 - 11:00

The service was not bad. I got the PESTO HOMEMADE GREEN PAPPARDELLE with shrimp it was good but oily.

Michael
19.08.2023 - 11:00

Good local place in Evanston. Every time we have been there it's mostly locals Vs students. However i think it's students waiting tables. The food is really goo...

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Linda
19.08.2023 - 11:00

First time there. Their food is unique to them. I Had the minestrone soup, eggplant Parmesan and spinach pie...all very delicious. Definately a sensational tast...

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George
19.08.2023 - 11:00

Dave 's personal touch is evident from the kitchen to his warm welcoming of the diners. The food and service are outstanding. Dave is proud of the homemade qual...

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George
19.08.2023 - 11:00

Dave 's personal touch is evident from the kitchen to his warm welcoming of the diners. The food and service are outstanding. Dave is proud of the homemade qual...

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Int Restaurants
4.3 ★ from 836 reviews
Brett
07.09.2023 - 19:54

Dave's Italian Kitchen lives! This new spot is smaller and cozier but the calzones are still great value. $12 will get you a huge one, nearly big enough for 2 p...

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Kristofer
07.09.2023 - 19:54

Food and service was fantastic!! Our group was all vegetarian and tried their garlic bread, pasta, lasagna, pizza and both their desserts. Everything was good....

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Big
07.09.2023 - 19:54

Kindest owner and amazing food. The menu has a ton of options and great portion sizes. I'm really happy with what I ordered.

Landen
07.09.2023 - 19:54

Dave’s new kitchen is a small cozy place, with delicious food! The server was very likable and helpful. Took his suggestion and ordered the ravioli with Rose sa...

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Bryan
07.09.2023 - 19:54

No hassle, good food/dollar, good taste. I hope they stay around Noyes for many years to come. I am revisiting this review in 2019 to reiterate my 5 star rating...

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