Daves Italian Kitchen
Italian · Evanston, IL
Italian
Pizzeria
Deals & ways to save
We don’t have a dining certificate or coupon for Daves Italian Kitchen in our current feed.
ActiveDiner may earn a commission when you buy through sponsored links on this page.
Diner reviews of Daves Italian Kitchen
A diner from Chicago
Apr 29, 2010
I have not had the same experiences the other diners did. This family restaurant has been open since the 1970's. The basement location is kind of odd, however I'm sure that is how they keep their menu prices down by being in the lower rent zone. I have been going here with my family for 20+ years, at their previous location and its current & every time we leave satisfied. They still honor old BYOB policy dating back to when they did not have a liquor license, although they do now sell liquor. This is a family place with family prices. Its not gourmet, just really good everyday food. Love their salads - especially spinach and mushroom salad. The portions are large. The service is average to good, what you'd expect for a mom and pop place.
No star rating
A diner from chicago ill.
Aug 11, 2008
for many years this strange place has seemingly done well. and i cannot understand why. the food is quite terrible the pasta is too soft and chewy the sauces are bland and tasteless. the service or lack thereof is terrible. the owner who is not italian nor are any of his employees. the so called ambiance is locker room at best. this is truely a lousy place pass it up!
No star rating
A diner from chicago ill.
Aug 5, 2008
this restaurant lacks everything imaginable. the food is terrible. the service is even worse, as rude as it gets. this basement loction is not cool it is oddball at best. the place is always dirty and noisy. gee. better go somewhere else.
No star rating
A diner from chicago ill.
Aug 1, 2008
a cornball attempt at real italian food. rude servers lousy food not inexpensive this place is chef boy-r-dee meets franco american. dirty too.do not bother dining htere you wont be missinganything.
No star rating
A diner from chicago ill.
Jul 30, 2008
this place should be called flunkies. poor food poor service and a dirty enviroment, just does not add up. the owner thiks the wine list is special its not. and he says healthful food, not a chance its garbage. i have yet to see or speak to anyone italian who is employed there. white castle is a better .experience. stay away from this overated dive.
A diner from chiago ill.
Jul 27, 2008
weak attempt at real italian food. rude servers dirty kitchen and ding room tasteless food poor quality. one of the most overated restaurants in chicago area. be advised stay away from this dump.
Write a review
Reviews of similar restaurants
The newest review from each of 6 other restaurants in Evanston.
-
Taylor Street
Italian
A diner from evanston, IL
Mar 10, 2009
Absolutely terrible.
-
Campagnola
Italian
A diner from Wilmette IL
Oct 3, 2007
Best Italian food in the burbs. We only like Spaggio cafe as well as place. You will not believe how good the meatballs are! The octopus was tender. The service is relaxed and good. Wish italian food in Italy was this
-
Jilly's Cafe
Eclectic, French
ActiveDiner diner
Feb 16, 2012
Nothing exceptional at this restaurant. Food was average for this area but i would say that it is over-priced. I expected the food to be hot and not simply tepid. I have had better meals at Evanston Hospital where dinner
-
That Little Mexican Cafe
Mexican
ActiveDiner diner
Apr 21, 2010
Great food, great atmosphere for a great price. See their entire menu at www.tlmcafe.com
-
Al's Deli
Deli/Sandwich/Subs, Fast Food
ActiveDiner diner
Nov 15, 2009
I don't know what that recent reviewer said or did, but I wouldn't call the owners at Al's Deli rude. I'd call them some of the best professionals in the business anywhere. This is old world--classic deli that could ma
-
Kingston Grill
Caribbean, Jamaican, Casual/Family, Fine Dining
ActiveDiner diner
Mar 5, 2009
loved it-- i was pleasantly surprised!! great food best Jamaican experience in Chicago and the prices are good. i got so much food there...
