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Davanti Del Mar, San Diego, CA

Davanti Del Mar

4.6
4.6
473 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
12955 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
Welcome to Davanti Enoteca in Del Mar. We offer a delicious twist on rustic Italian cuisine paired with an extensive wine list and creative cocktails. Our chef driven menu is geared towards family style shareable plates, homemade pastas, pizzas and a fantastic assortment of meats and cheeses. Enjoy the lively wine bar ambiance and decor. By the way, you can't miss our Focacia di Recco! Ci vediamo presto!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern European, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 2:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Enzo Castiglione
  • Catering
    We offer a full amazing catering menu. Visit our website and go to Catering.<br />www.davantienotecadelmar.com
  • Private party facilities
    We have two distinct dining spaces—one large and one intimate—perfect for holiday parties, private events, corporate meetings, baby showers, and more. Our main dining seats up to 50 guests, while the smaller one offers a cozy setting. Bar gatherings and full restaurant buyouts are also available.
  • Neighborhood
    Del Mar
  • Cross street
    Del Mar Heights Rd
  • Parking details
    We are located in the Del Mar Heights shopping center across from the Cinepolis Theater where there is plentiful of parking offered for all shops and restaurants.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Brunch at Davanti Del Mar

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for brunch at Davanti Del Mar! Every Saturday & Sunday from 10am-2pm. MENU Avocado Toast Traditional Breakfast Western Scramble Ricotta Pancakes Davanti Omelette Breakfast Burrito Pork Belly Hash & Eggs Steak & Eggs Eggs Benedict Crab Cakes Benedict Frittata Bianca DRINKS Bubbles Special- House Prosecco w/ your choice of juice Bloody Mary Coffee Martini Aperol Pear-fect cooler COFFEE Regular or Decaf Espresso Cappuccino Latte Mocha Irish Coffee Mexican Coffee
    Brunch at Davanti Del Mar Photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Tue - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM,Thu - Sat - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Join us for happy hour at Davanti Del Mar! Sunday-Thursday from 3-6 Friday and Saturday 3-5 Bottle & Board $28 chef's antipasti board + choice bottle of house red, white or prosecco Wine & Spirits Well Cocktails $8 Davanti Spritz $8 Margarita $10 San Diego Mule $10 Lemon Drop $10 Sangria $6 $5 Tap Beers Peroni, Stone Delicious IPA, Stella Artois, Ballast Point Sculpin IPA, Seasonal Special, Heineken 00, Coors Light, Bud Light Bruchetta $8 Caesar Salad $9 Ricotta Vasi $8 Parmesan Truffle Fries $6 Pate Vasi $8 Prosciutto-Veal Meatballs $10 Pizza of the Day $10 Cacio E Pepe $10

    Happy Hour Photo
  • Wine Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Tue - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM,Wed - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Thu - Fri - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Join us for Wine Wednesday and enjoy 50% off bottles of wine under $80!

    Wine Wednesday Photo

What 473 people are saying

Davanti Del Mar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Davanti Del Mar promises an inviting atmosphere with consistently "great food and service." Guests rave about the "focaccia with cheese and honey" and the "polenta & short ribs." The restaurant's "friendly and accommodating" staff enhance the dining experience, making it a "neighborhood Italian gem" to return to.

473 Reviews
  1. Scott

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful evening. Everything was great: ambiance, drinks, service & food.
    Davanti Del MarResponded on April 9, 2025
    We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful evening and enjoyed the ambiance, drinks, service, and food. It means a lot to us! We hope to welcome you back again soon for another great experience. Ci vediamo!

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  2. Kim

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistent and delicious- love this place! The polenta & short ribs is a must, along with the Brussel Sprouts- goes with everything! You won’t be disappointed…
    Davanti Del MarResponded on April 9, 2025
    Thank you so much for the amazing review! We're so happy to hear you love the polenta & short ribs and the Brussels sprouts—both are definitely fan favorites. Consistency and flavor are what we strive for, and we're glad it's shining through. Can’t wait to have you back again soon.

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  3. Erin

    San Diego124 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service is very friendly and accommodating here. The food is delicious too. Lots of different options. The focaccia with cheese and honey is a standout!
    Davanti Del MarResponded on April 3, 2025
    We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and friendly service. The focaccia with cheese and honey is definitely a favorite—we're so glad you loved it! We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  4. Ganesh VIP

    London19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. The ossobucco was very tasty!
    Davanti Del MarResponded on April 3, 2025
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed both the food and service. Our Ossobuco is one of our house specials, and we're so glad you got to try it! We look forward to welcoming you back for another great meal soon!

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  5. Pearl VIP

    San Diego8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server is excellent , always good service and friendly . Goes here for brunch very often and has several selections . Food very tasty and good presentation . Will recommend .
    Davanti Del MarResponded on March 25, 2025
    We're thrilled to hear that you've enjoyed the service, food, and atmosphere during your visits. Our team works hard to provide great experiences, and it's wonderful to know that it shows. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more delicious brunches in the future. Your recommendation means a lot to us. See you soon

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Chicago1 review

    2.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Sadly the food was not great on our visit.
    Davanti Del MarResponded on March 25, 2025
    We're really sorry to hear that your experience wasn't up to expectations. If you weren’t happy with the dish you ordered, we would have been more than happy to exchange it for something else during your visit. We have a large menu, and our waitstaff is always available to help you find a dish that you'll enjoy. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope you’ll give us another chance to make things right. Please don’t hesitate to let us know if there’s anything we can do to improve your experience next time!

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  7. Ganesh VIP

    London19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, the portion was a good size. Waiting staff were very friendly and welcoming. Noise level was a little high for my liking. Overall very good and I will be back.
    Davanti Del MarResponded on March 20, 2025
    We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and that our staff made you feel welcome. We truly appreciate your feedback about the noise level, and we'll certainly keep that in mind to ensure a comfortable atmosphere for all our guests. We can’t wait to have you back for another delicious meal. See you soon!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Love the food. I can't wait to go back.
    Davanti Del MarResponded on March 17, 2025
    Thank you! Come back soon! :)

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  9. Lori VIP

    San Diego47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience . Our server was great and attentive . The portions were very generous . The flatbread was really delicious as were the pizzas and pastas . The birthday desserts were fantastic and appreciated . We look forward to returning to this neighborhood Italian gem .
    Davanti Del MarResponded on March 16, 2025
    Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear you had a great experience and enjoyed the food, service, and birthday desserts. It’s always a pleasure to celebrate special moments with our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back to our little Italian gem soon!

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  10. Michel

    Palm Springs5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always cozy ambiance, quality food, happy service, reasonable pricing
    Davanti Del MarResponded on March 17, 2025
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed the cozy atmosphere, delicious food, and friendly service. We always aim to provide a great experience at a good value, and we can’t wait to welcome you back soon!

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FAQs

Davanti Del Mar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 519-5060.

Davanti Del Mar is rated 4.6 stars by 473 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Davanti Del Mar

12955 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Del Mar Heights Rd
  • Neighborhood
    Del Mar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 2:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern European, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We are located in the Del Mar Heights shopping center across from the Cinepolis Theater where there is plentiful of parking offered for all shops and restaurants.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Enzo Castiglione
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We offer a full amazing catering menu. Visit our website and go to Catering.<br />www.davantienotecadelmar.com
  • Private party facilities
    We have two distinct dining spaces—one large and one intimate—perfect for holiday parties, private events, corporate meetings, baby showers, and more. Our main dining seats up to 50 guests, while the smaller one offers a cozy setting. Bar gatherings and full restaurant buyouts are also available.
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