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    Dave's Italian Kitchen

    4.2 (184 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Italian, Salad
    Closed 3:30 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Gf half bacon/half pepp
    David

    I'll say it again! You cannot beat Dave's gluten free pizza. Lots of rich fancy places in the area try but they cannot compete. Dave keeps the price reasonable and the size is large!

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    Such good service phenomenal food my new favorite food. Literally made me so happy. The garlic bread with the mozzarella is to die for.

    Thin pizza
    Frank T.

    Returned to our favorite Italian place in Evanston. I tried the thin pizza since I didnt like the pan pizza. The crust is better but could be crispy. When I reheated it it became crispy. They give you a generous amount of sausage and pepperoni. I prefer Union to Dave's.

    Chocolate  Mousse extremely rich and modestly priced
    Diana G.

    I remember asking my parents-- no BEGGING my parents to take me here for my birthday to celebrate my 14th or 15 birthday and actually Dave's used to be located in downtown Evanston on a completely different street and I recall the restaurant was huge with a set of stairs you took to a dimly lit downstairs section. Now of course the restaurant is super tiny and cozy with a lot less seating but the portions and quality of food haven't changed nor the super friendly service you receive. Last night I had a craving for a traditional spaghetti marinara in meat sauce and I added a meatball in for good measure. They brought me a large portion of crusty bread with butter and my large bowl of spaghetti came out quickly and was extremely delicious like something your mother might make from scratch if she happened to be a good chef. I mean literally you get that type of home cooked meal vibe here like a close family member cooked with great love and care. For dessert don't miss the chocolate mousse. It's only priced at $4 not $9 or higher like other places that break your piggie bank. If you are craving a hot plate of pasta, a pizza for two or a huge salad the food here won't disappoint you!

    Rose with spaghetti and mozzarella with a meatball
    Lexy S.

    I ordered the rose with spaghetti baked with mozzarella and a meatball. It was so good! The cheese was melted and gooey. The mix of sauces to make the rose was perfect. I ordered door dash and it came quicker than estimated.

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    Great value high quality food. I enjoyed the spinach parpadelle and the chicken Marsala

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    It's all about the food. Home style classic Italian. Dave's has been an Evanston institution for decades. Great dishes at fair prices.

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    Our take-out food was well prepared, in substantial portions and very fairly priced. What's not to like?

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    I have been going to Dave's for 48 years! I LOVE IT! And now my 22 year old daughter loves it! Such a cool place.

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