Davide Restorante

We had a gift card for $25 off that we had purchased specifically for this restaurant. Upon showing it to the waitress when we were seated, the manager came over and said he would not honor it unless we spent $70 (the gift certificate clearly says minimum purchase of $35).

and to add insult to injury, the manager then proceeded to say things such as 'we've had other customers come and this has not been a problem,' as if it is our fault for not being happy that they were scamming us and committing a crime. They also said 'it's very easy to spend $70 here.' We only intended to order two entrees (~$25), meaning we wouldn't make the $70 mark.

if my understanding of the law is correct, this constitutes fraud. you can understand we left feeling horrible horrible for having spent money for a gift certificate that the restaurant would not honor.

Besides the gift certificate, we had to go searching throughout the restaurant to find someone to seat us.

This is a very special place. The staff, including the owners, make you feel immediately at home and special. They go above and beyond to make us happy each time. The food is amazing, including the appetizers, although the deserts are not much to chose from. There is a room in the back if you are looking for a more quiet and intimate dinner although the front is equally quiet but bigger. The staff is courteous, thoughtful and professional. This is by far one of the best Italian restaurants in the North End, if not THE best. The parking can be a tricky as its a good 15 minute walk from the T and its difficult to find parking. Weve been forced to valet park in the cold winter rather than risking the long, long walk.

PROS: Excellent food, atmosphere, service and not over priced
CONS: Parking is an issue unless you pay for valet