After several years of talking about heading to Danville and trying out Piatta, we finally were able to. While a little on the higher-end side for Italian cuisine, Piatta did not disappoint. The service was great, quick, and attentive, and the ambiance and atmosphere of the restaurant was relaxed, and more casual and easygoing than one would think based on location. We were offered bread and an olive oil and herbs dip prior to ordering, which was delicious and great. We ordered a ravioli dish and a steak, and my wife and I shared both, which were fantastic, and we had a little bit for leftovers, which tasted nearly as good the next day. I would highly recommend Piatti, for those looking for an elevated Italian dining experience, in a nice but casual setting. We were also celebrating our wedding anniversary, and were given a lovely anniversary card, signed by the majority of the staff, which was a really nice touch! read more

48 mins to get food... Overall we love this place but something happened to kitchen wait times. Hope they do better next time read more

Wow! This place is fantastic. Dinner service at the bar was attentive and the food is delicious. It's worth getting the bread here (sourdough), folks! We came in shortly before happy hour ended and had the margarita pizza, fritto misto, and the chopped salad. Everything was tasty! As someone who can't have shellfish, I really appreciated the fritto misto didn't add shrimp or prawns like some places do! We didn't have drinks this time but another patron's lemon drop looked fabulous and the bartenders were clearly putting an extra touch of thoughtfulness in the craft cocktails. Well done, thank you! read more

I'm surprised I've not reviewed this place before. This restaurant is so nice looking & rustic from the outside. Inside, clean, well lit & spacious. Everyone on their staff seems positive, nice, efficient & helpful! Everyone! We met my parents here for happy hour. So fun! The guys liked the one & only beer on their limited happy hour menu. Which also includes 3 other drinks with alcohol. We tried their: French fries 5+stars; Calamari 5 stars & bruschetta(too small, but) 5 stars; meatballs & pizza 3 stars. So now we know You need to sit in the bar area, counter or bar tables to order from their happy hour menu. The bar area was not overly crowded, but 80% full the entire time. If they had a couple more drinks on that happy hour menu, it'd be rocking I think. read more

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5/5 Amazing restaurant!!! Made a reservation here for my birthday and got seated at a two seater for my mom and I. The host was very friendly with us throughout the night and you even get a special birthday card for your birthday! Makes you feel special haha. We came around 5pm on Friday and it's packed! Make sure to make a reservation or you might not even get seated. We ordered the margarita pizza, meatball, and shrimp pasta. Pizza: It's ok, my mom really liked it, but personally the dough was a bit too flimsy and not too my liking. I still enjoyed it though! 3/5 Meatballs: Two big sized meatballs in a hot skillet with sauce. Honestly, what sold me was the sauce more than the meatball. It tastes like vodka sauce but I think they added crack! I would enjoy a dish here if it was pasta with the sauce. 5/5 Shrimp pasta: The noodles are hand made here and I can definitely tell as it's very authentic and the texture is great! The sauce is very yummy as well but it had too much of a shrimp/prawn flavor for me. However, my mom absolutely loved this dish. 4/5 Bread: the bread here isn't free, but it's 100% worth it. I think it's the balsamic vinegar sauce + olive oil sauce that really makes it special too. They added garlic and seasoning and parsley(?) but I ended up eating all of the sauce!!! Do not skip! 5/5 The ambience is great as it's cozy but the restaurant is big. The servers check up on you and are attentive as well. And again, the hostess was so nice to us! I would definitely come here again for a special event :) read more

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Came to dinner to celebrate a friend's birthday, and the place was packed. Despite the crowd, service was very good with our waiter making sure he took our order promptly, food was prepared as requested, and that our drinks and waters were filled. We all enjoyed our dinner. Highlights included the pugliese bread with piatti dipping oil, the rigatoni bolognese, and diavola pizza which were all recommended by our waiter. read more

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This is the first time I've been there since they remodeled. They sat us in an extra room by the bar that was nice because it was so much quieter. The rest of the restaurant is really loud. Dinner here was just so so. I've had good dinners at this place before but not so much today. I had the Bolognese and it was just dull. The spinach salad was wonderful. My daughter's dinner was something with pesto and lemon ricotta, but I can't remember the name. She said it was just OK until we added lemon to it. The waitress was wonderful and attentive. The bread and dip are very good. I don't know how often I will go there. read more

Lovely and elegant place for celebration of our marriage anniversary! Delicious food as always. Sometimes we went at the bar area and the service was a little late with bad response (lady at the bar) but for our special dinner was excellent read more

Piatti - Italian Near Me - Danville, California

Really good steak, pasta, and good portions as well. We sat outside where the ambiance was a little more pleasing than their indoor diner. read more

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The food was amazing. Pasta dishes are delicious as well as the chicken panini for lunch. Salads are great, enjoyed the beets and arugula. Service was spectacular most acknowledgment is to the amazing first impression made by the person who greets. She was very welcoming and made the initial experience delightful. Our server did a great job as well. Not to pleased with the bartender he did not make it a comfortable experience to the point where I chose not to order anything from the bar. Ambiance was beautiful inside and out. read more

Piatti - Prawn chitarra - Italian Near Me - Danville, California

This is a return visit review and I have to say, everything was such a major improvement. I am glad I went back and gave them another chance. We went for Father's Day too and the restaurant was absolutely packed. However, that didn't affect the food quality or service one bit. As usual, the service was wonderful, from the hostess to the rest of the staff! Our server was Patricia, and she was just such a breath of fresh air...friendly, funny, and just full of joy. The fritto misto was so delicious. The calamari wasn't rubbery or hard at all. The aioli it comes with had a mild kick to it as well from the Calabrian chili and it was just perfect. My parents both ordered the Petrale Sole and they loved their dishes. I ordered the chicken picatta and it was delicious. The chicken had a lovely sear on it and all the portions were very generous for all our entrees. I need to revisit the bread and dipping oil from my last review/visit. It was night and day this time. The bread was soft on the inside with a nice flaky crust on the outside! The dipping oil was full flavor as well. I think we had bad luck last time. We also ordered the white chocolate bread pudding, tiramisu, and vanilla bean gelato for dessert. Each one was 10/10. The inside was lovely as always and we had a nice cozy booth that they were so nice to reserve for us because I had requested it on my reservation. I know during special occasions, it can be hard for them to accommodate seating requests, but they were very mindful and cared to do that for their customers. read more

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This was my second time dining at this lovely establishment. During my last visit, I enjoyed their perfectly cooked salmon with a salad, but this time I was craving carbs, so I decided to try the Bucatini. I definitely went overboard with the carbs, consuming about five loaves of bread before my pasta came. The dipping sauce that accompanies the bread is absolutely phenomenal. The service was excellent, and I had a wonderful time with our clients. I can't wait to see you all again! read more

Piatti - Bucatini Amatriciana - Italian Near Me - Danville, California

I really like this spot. It can be a very romantic setting, or a place to take your whole family. The service is good. And the Italian food is pretty good, though a bit pricey. We have been several times and will probably be going again as it is a family favorite. read more

I came back to Piatti's for a double date and discovered a new favorite- the skillet prawns. I still think about them to this day and would come back literally for this dish. My perfect three course here would be the skillet prawns, rigatoni, and bread pudding. My boyfriend tried a spicy tomato sauce bucatini which unfortunately was extremely bland. The menu seems hit or miss here, but I would still recommend trying their star dishes. read more

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We arrived early for our reservation and were accommodated. Service was prompt and attentive. Food was excellent on all counts, it was crowded, but that's a good sign. Very vibrant. Highly recommend and the next time we visit Danville, this is on our list. read more

Our dinner reservations for a party of (6) were this past Saturday and let's just say our expectations were more than met! This was my first visit to Piatti in Danville but it definitely won't be my last! We arrived a little bit early but were immediately greeted and seated. Our server came by promptly brought us water, took our drink order and asked if we wanted bread. The bread was extremely warm, generous in portion size and was accompanied with one of the best sauce I've ever had. I don't know what the mix consisted of, but it was unbelievably tasty. I typically don't like garlic but I couldn't resist eating more bread just so I can dip it in this magical sauce. The menu is straight forward without being overly complicated or having too many unnecessary options. Appetizers ordered were fried calamari, bruschetta and olives. All great options and easily shareable. I opted for the Margherita pizza, which was cooked perfectly in a coal pizza oven. The ingredients were perfectly assorted and you can just taste the freshness. Every member of our party was satisfied with their meals. From chicken to steak, the food was perfectly cooked. For drinks, a full bar is located to the right of the restaurant. I had one old-fashioned and thoroughly enjoyed it. I limited myself to one drink as I was driving but had I been a passenger, I would have easily ordered one or two more- they were that good! In terms of service, the pace is good. It wasn't 'fast', but it wasn't slow either. It was the right amount of speed for us to enjoy our bread, appetizers and entrées. Our waiter was very educated on the menu and you could tell this guy is a professional. It's rare to see this level of professionalism from a waiter in the SF Bay Area, but you'll get it here! Lastly, let's talk pricing. I was shocked at the bill. It was far cheaper than I expected. Considering the amount of food we ordered and alcohol, the pricing is more than fair. In fact, it's on the cheaper side which is surprising as this is a 'nice' restaurant. Thank you for the great food & service. I plan on coming back on many occasions. read more

Piatti - Old Fashioned. - Italian Near Me - Danville, California

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Piatti never seems to fail! You're greeted with a smile when you walk in. Their food is always delicious, especially their desserts! This restaurant can get busy depending on the day/time you come, but worth the wait. Otherwise, recommended to make a reservation. read more

Nice dinner here tonight! Our server Linsey was fantastic! Pizza and the chopped salad was tasty. I'd like to see changes in the menu option as frankly I'm bored with this menu. Bread and dipping sauce is delicious! read more

The food at Piatti has never been better. The risotto, fried Brussels sprouts and even the Parmesan fries have been outstanding lately. But dinner last night was a frustrating experience. As a local I know a few people so it's fun to dine at the bar with other regulars. My friends chicken Picatta looked so delicious I decided to order it for myself. Pete was on his break so a few of us tried to get food and drink from Stephanie but she wouldn't look at anyone and told us she was busy when we tried to get her attention. I finally got my dinner and when a friend asked Stephanie why she hadn't seen her smile at all she told us she was hungover from the night before. Who has a job serving food and drinks when they refuse to make eye contact with anyone and scowls at people sitting at the bar? It's a far cry from the warm and cheerful nature that Norberto and Pete always have. Next time I'll sit at a table because it's no fun to be hungry and thirsty at a restaurant. read more

We celebrated an early Fathers Day here with my dad today. Here are some of the awesome reasons I gave it 4 stars: 1. Beautiful, calming vibe - we ate out on the patio and it was a beautiful day. 2. The appetizers/desserts were delicious! 3. The server was very kind and upbeat. 4. VERY clean restaurant. The only thing all 3 of us were bummed about was our entrees. We ordered 3 different items - pasta w/beef bolognese, sole petrale and the seafood risotto and we UNANIMOUSLY agreed that the food was severely under seasoned for all 2 items. I personally NEVER add salt to my food as Im super sensitive to it. However, I had to add LOTS of salt to this dish to help with the lack of flavor. Im hoping I just caught them on a rough day. Ill go back and give them another shot. I will say their desserts and appetizers were the true winners today! read more

Overrated. Crowded parking lot, long waits, but decent Italian food. The server was nice. But getting food from the kitchen was extremely slow. After waiting an hour to get seated, this was a grueling ordeal. The bread on the table vanished quickly and it took a while to get a refill. Our party would have been better served elsewhere. We expected better for the prices they charge here. When we finally got our food, everyone thought it was OK, but maybe we were just famished. We all started digging in and didn't even wait for pictures. I was thinking of 3 stars, but the food was satisfactory. read more

Came here yesterday for the first time since my husband and I were looking for an Italian place that opened before noon. We got seated quickly since we were still within the initial 30 min of opening. Once we got seated, the server was really attentive, allowing time when needed but also not waiting too long before taking our orders. I ended up getting their arancia ginger soda, a cup of their minestrone soup, the Manila clams linguini, and their roasted broccolini. My husband got their polpette sandwich and the butternut squash soup. The ginger soda was interesting as you can definitely taste the component. The slice of ginger placed in it was interesting though ultimately I didn't do anything with it. It's a bit unnecessary in my opinion. The minestrone soup was pretty good, but I wish the fresh basil wasn't on top since it would occasionally overwhelm the soup's natural taste. Otherwise the base itself was spot on delicious. The Manila clam linguini was okay honestly. Nothing really worth writing home about except for the fact the linguini was cut in a special way as opposed to the generic factory cut version of the pasta. The clams were a bit small so I do wish they were bigger. Oddly enough, I enjoyed the broccolini more as that was flavorful and cooked perfectly. It's a really good side. So would I come back? Maybe? But given the price, I kind of expect things a bit better? read more

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A decent Italian restaurant! I love the bread and dip, so tasty. They are accommodating to kids which I appreciate and they can do pasta with butter so that's always a win for us. They can also be pretty flexible with last minute reservations which I appreciate. The restaurant can get pretty busy and crowded. We also like the lasagna! read more

What makes a restaurant truly special isn't just the food or the atmosphere it's the people. My wife and I had dinner at Piatti in Danville tonight for the first time (we usually go to the Mill Valley location), and we were blown away. Robert, the GM, made the entire experience extra special. He came by our table several times, not just to check in, but to genuinely connect and make sure we were enjoying ourselves. His personal touch, leadership, and attention to detail set the tone for the whole staff and it shows. Piatti is lucky to have him on board. We'll definitely be back. Thanks again for the great evening read more

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Service-10/10 extremely accommodating. They were able to seat us outside because the inside was a bit loud during dinner for our baby. My husband ordered a pizza but they brought him lasagna but they immediately corrected it and apologized for the mistake. Super kid friendly restaurant. They have a kids menu, crayons and paper to keep the little ones occupied. Food 10/10: my lemon ravioli was very refreshing and not has heavy as I thought it would be since it was a cream base Pizza- can't complain, great crust great topping s Bruschetta- the bread & tomatoes tasted very fresh. It was a light and refreshing app. Dessert: must get the tiramisu! Light fluffy and delicious. read more

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The ambience of the place is as good as it used to be. The chopped was good as it used be. But, many things changed. Their service did not keep up with their prices. 1 waiter for huge area he is barely able to wait on customers. No comment the person who is working. Not the best experience with a waiter. But, not the worst. Their pomegranate martini tastes artificial (comparing what we used to in same place). The eggplant parmesan was too oily. The margherita pizza was so bad that even the kids did not like it. My kid picks this place for his birthday (has been from his 8th). But, he is not likely to after this year's experience. read more

Piatti is opened again! Made a last minute reso within the same hour for lunch. 1st time here since the remodeled. The interior was nicely done with the olive green velvet booths and dimmed lights in the back. The restrooms definitely had a makeover. Wow. Onto the food. Still delicious as ever. Had the rigatoni with their signature bolog sauce. Pasta Al dente. Tiramisu was perfect! Nicely soaked overnight, with creamy mascapone filling, dusted cocoa powder. Beer was chilled and refreshing on a hot day. Cucumber Cooler, and all time favorite was thirst quenching. So glad they are back read more

The food isn't bad, in fact it is quite decent, but unfortunately I was expecting more from all the stellar reviews. I did enjoy the bruschetta, the combination of the fresh tomatoes, soft mozzarella, and saba made for a great combination of flavors. The Lasagna was good too, but not anything special. Service was OK, our server was nice, but disappeared for long periods of time, granted it did look like they had a pretty full/busy Saturday evening crowd. The outdoor patio seating was great, I can imagine it would make for a very romantic date night setting on a warm spring or summer evening. If you are local to the area I think it is worth trying, but I would not come all this way just to try this restaurant. read more

Piatti - Bruschetta - Italian Near Me - Danville, California

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Excellent meal (and attentive service from Eddie H.) for grandson's milestone birthday! Highly recommend the patio (with great heaters for a fall evening) for a family gathering - more space and ability to enjoy our conversations! Thanks for a wonderful dinner celebration. read more

Piatti - Special birthday dessert! - Italian Near Me - Danville, California

Had lunch at piatti's last Saturday. The service was ok. The staff was hard to understand and they did not pay much attention to detail and listening was a problem for them. We all had to repeat our order several times to the waiter, and he still got it wrong. Then we were delivered our appetizers. My carpaccio was ok, it was not served with thin slices of red onions and never offered fresh ground pepper, which I wanted. I should not have to request that. The calamari appetizer was ok. But the calamari was very chewy and salty. Then came our meals. Everyone's meal was good except mine. I asked for the New York steak very rare and heavily charred on the outside. It came to me pale and well done. I know how the chef prepared it. It was premarked and set aside for about seven to ten minutes, so it continues to cook slowly on the side of the grill. I wanted it very rare to rare. I guess the waiter either didn't request to the cook to have it very rare to rare, of the waiter didn't understand my request. Then my New York steak was very tough and gristly. The steak was from the first cut of the loin where the porterhouse is. The first three inches of that part of the loin should be used for a stew or stroganoff. And the fat cap was soggy and not crispy. The only thing that was good was the broccolini . The squash was ok, but it should have been peeled before cooking. I know you wanted to show the pretty colorful stripes on the squash, but come on! The creme brûlée was good, but the biscotti was chewy not crispy. They must have been refrigerated, or not baked long enough. I still left a nice gratuity. I hope someone reads this and responds back to me. I'm a retired catering chef restaurant owner and butcher for 40 years, all at the same time. So I know how to prepare cook and cut all kinds of meats and produce. read more

The food was hot. And there was grains. The waiter understood English. And the ambiance was great. Got a secluded table away from the kitchen. read more

Piatti - Wood fired salmon - Italian Near Me - Danville, California

Miguel C is THE MAN!! he was the best service we've ever had. He suggested the most delicious dishes and we loved everything. He went above and beyond for our friend's birthday. We will absolutely be back to visit Miguel! We LOVE MIGUEL SO MUCH! Wow !!! 100/10 recommend sitting in Miguel's section read more

One of my favorites Italian restaurants in Danville. Everything is really good. The pizza is thin crust and they serve up a few different types - my fav is the mushroom pizza. The Italian spaghetti and meatballs is a favorites be sure to order some bread and their oil and garlic dipping sauce. Delicious and garlicky! They are one of the few Italian restaurants that will make you angel hair with a delicious marinara sauce. read more

I had the most amazing appetizer! It was called a skillet! It was smothered shrimp on a bed of cornbread. Delish!

We hosted a private luncheon at Piatti following our daughter's baptism, and the experience exceeded every expectation. Tami, the events manager, was incredibly accommodating with our changes and followed up consistently so nothing slipped through the cracks. On the day of the event, Roberta delivered truly exceptional service--so attentive and warm that multiple guests reached out afterward to say she was the best server they've ever had. Coordinating a three-course meal for nearly 20 people is no easy feat, yet every course arrived promptly, everyone was served at the same time and the food was delicious! Highly recommend Piatti for private events. read more

The manager, Gio, reached out to us immediately and also, followed up with us about the incident. Because of Gio's professional and kind approach and because of the wonderful services and foods we have experienced in the past, we will be back... Thanks, Gio. We appreciate you! read more

This is by far the most consistent restaurant in the East Bay. Always bustling with people, amazing food, and such a great wait staff. We had the privilege of having Patricia T as our server and she was a ray of sunshine after a long hard day at work! Absolutely cheered me up coupled with the amazing food and ambiance! She's a keeper Piatti's!!! Thank you for such a wonderful experience, Patricia!!!! read more

Ten of us made a reservation for a holiday dinner. It took them a wee bit of time to set the table up and get us seated. Food was good to great. Not a single person complained! Great wine list and excellent cocktails. Service was excellent from Zach and the two hard working bus-men! The restroom renovation is good but the height of the solo urinal left me wondering, why?! Consistently good! read more

I've been coming to this location since day 1. I have always loved the food and staff. Since the recent remodel, the management has decided that white wines offered by the glass must be obscure wines. $16-20 per glass. There isn't a single California Chardonnay offered by the glass. Frank Family, Sonoma Cutrer, Wente, Le Crema. As a person, who comes in after work, who doesn't want to buy a full bottle, this is ridiculous. Which has led to this review and my choosing other establishments. I wrote to Piatti directly a month ago. No response. read more

Piatti - Piatti Danville bar - Italian Near Me - Danville, California

First visit since the remodel. Menu is mostly unchanged which is kind of a shame as it could use a refresh. 4* for the Brushchetta and 5* for the beef carpaccio. 3* for the spaghetti and meatballs - the pasta was too al dente (and not noted as such) but meatballs were very good. 5* for Bread pudding which is the only dessert item worth having. Service was pathetically slow despite the place emptying out during our meal. Overall very enjoyable but would be nice to see managers checking on tables and empower staff to assist read more