This is a rare 5 star review, at least for me. I don't give these out very often, and this one is well deserved.
While taking The Kid out to see the famous Blue Whale in Catoosa, we found ourselves needing sustenance and in the Claremore area. A quick look around and we found Da Vinci's on the map. Located in the space formerly occupied by Goldie's, its tucked away back in a corner, behind the Chili's.
The interior is open, spacious and neatly decorated. It manages to feel roomy and comfortable and yet quiet and cozy at the same time.
Since we arrived about 3pm on a Saturday, the place was almost empty, save for one other group in a nearby booth.
Our server greeted us with menus and wonderfully hot bread. Drink orders were taken and we set about deciding what to eat. Plenty of choices are available, and if you can't find something you like, you're probably too picky.
The Son went with Chicken Fettucini Alfredo, and The Kid opted for a cheese pizza. The Wife, finally decided on Pomodoro over the Chicken Capellini, and I, ever the foregone conclusion, went with the Clams and Linguini, white sauce if you please.
Entrees arrived in a short time, as would be expected in midafternoon. Everything looked and smelled fantastic. The Son's Alfredo was everything the dish should be. Not overly rich, but with a mellow flavor that made you just want more. The Kid's cheese pizza was also spectacular. The crust was perfect in every way, with the right amount of cheese and sauce applied.
The Wife's Pomodoro was equally outstanding. While using penne pasta in a dish like this was decidedly different from most places, it worked well. The only issue she had was with chicken was overcooked. I tasted a piece, and I agree it was overly dry and a little tough. Note to the owners: Chicken THIGHS. Better than breast meat any day, and cheaper. That aside, the dish was excellent, and there wasn't any left, so that says something.
My Clams and Linguini were nothing short of epic, and I don't say that lightly. The best I've ever had was from a local place on Brookside around 31st (not dropping names, but you know who it is), and Da Vinci's easily rivaled that offering. I literally used the last of the bread to wipe the plate clean.
And that bread.... outstanding way to start a meal. For whatever reason, we didn't get an appetizer, so next trip back, that's on the menu, so to speak.
Given our Owasso location, Da Vinci's is just a short hop away, so I expect to be a semi-regular.
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