Da Vinci

4.3

139 Reviews

£25 and under

Italian

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The idea of Da Vinci Restaurant can be traced back to 2014, when Elena proud owner and head chef, discovered Scotland for the first time, and decided to introduce some of the Tuscan gastronomic traditions to the cordial people of the stunning land. Since our opening night in September 2017, we have been learning and improving happily as a small independent business. We are proud to serve delicious Authentic Italian staples and promote unique but authentic flavours of Tuscany. From starter to dessert, including wine and liquors, our aim is to offer an experience that is closest to our native land.

Our slogan is "Love for good food".

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 4, 2023

7:00 PM

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01224 591810

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
01224 591810
Website
http://www.davincirestaurant.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Matteo Parenti
Private party facilities
Private room available. Capacity 26 People. Please call us for more information

Location
1 Alford Lane, Aberdeen, AB10 1YB
Neighborhood
Aberdeen
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Holburn Junction (Stop A4), 4, 5, 5A, 6, 6A, 11, 11A, 13 Platinum, 14, 23, 218, 777, X27
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Pane e Olive£5.00
A selection of bread and a mix of Italian olives
Bruschetta al Pomodoro£5.00
Toasted bread topped with fresh tomatoes dressed with tasty extra virgin olive oil, basil and garlic
Olive Ascolane£6.00
Breaded and fried meat-stuffed green olives
Polenta al Carciofi£7.00
Fried Polenta with appetizing artichokes on top
Caprese£7.00
Italian typical combination of tomatoes, Mozzarella cheese, fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil
Zuppa Fiorentina£7.00
Typical Florentine vegetable soup
Crostino Toscano£7.00
Homemade chicken liver pate served with toasted bread and caramelised onions
Coccoli e Prosciutto£9.00
Tuscan fried dough balls combined with Prosciutto Crudo (seasoned ham)
Selezione dl Salumi e Formaggi£12.00
Selection of Italian cold cuts and cheese with bread on the side
Fonduta Nel Pane£15.00
Delicious cheese fondue served in artisan bread, perfect to share as a starter or on your own as a main course

Mains - Primi

Vegetarian First Courses

Penne alla Norma£12.00
Penne pasta in our tasty Da Vinci style tomato sauce, aubergines and Salted Ricotta
Tagliatelle Porcini e Tartufi£12.00
Tagliatelle pasta in a creamy sauce with Porcini mushrooms, truffle and fragrant truffle oil
Gnocchi Quattro Formaggi£12.00
Potato Gnocchi in our four-cheese creamy sauce
Fiocchetti Formaggio e Pera£13.00
Purse-shaped Fiocchetti pasta filled with mixed cheese and pear, served in a butter, sage and pecan sauce

Meaty First Courses

Penne al Ragú Bolognese£12.00
Penne pasta in our authentic rich Bolognese sauce
Gnocchi Rustici£12.00
Baked potato Gnocchi in our authentic rich Bolognese sauce and melted Mozzarella cheese

Seafood First Courses

Farfalle al Salmone£12.00
Farfalle pasta in a creamy sauce with smoked salmon
Risotto Zucchine e Gamberetti£12.00
Smooth prawn and courgette Risotto
Farfalle Tonno e Olive£12.00
Farfalle pasta in our Da Vinci style tomato sauce with tuna and olives

Vegetarian Second Courses

Parmigiana dl Melanzane£14.00
Homemade baked dish of layered aubergines, Mozzarella cheese and Da Vinci style tomato sauce
Gratin dl Funghi£14.00
Baked rustic mushroom gratin in tomato sauce, topped with melted Mozzarella cheese and bread on the side

Meaty Second Courses

Pollo al Sugo£16.00
Chicken thigh cooked in tomato sauce, Mediterranean aromatic herbs and olives, served with roast potatoes
Cotoletta dl Pollo Fritta£16.00
Breaded and fried chicken breast served with chips
Carre d'Agnello£18.00
Tender lamb chops served with roast potatoes. Available grilled or breaded and fried
Braciola alla Griglia
Grilled rib eye steak served with roast potatoes
- 200gr£25.00
Filetto alla Griglia
Grilled fillet steak served with roast potatoes
- 200gr£28.00
Fettina dl Carne£17.00
British beef escalope served with roast potatoes and an extra virgin olive oil, garlic and parsley dressing on the side
Salsiccia dl Maiale£16.00
Grilled Italian pork sausages served with fried potatoes

Seafood Second Courses

Gran Zuppa dl Cozze£16.00
Gran saute' of mussels served with bread, available à la Italian (cooked in white wine) or with cream
Rustico dl Pesce£18.00
Fresh haddock cooked in the oven with Mediterranean aromatic herbs in our Da Vinci style tomato sauce, served with roast potatoes
Bistecca dl Tonno£21.00
Fresh and tender tuna steak served with roast potatoes and green dressing on the side

Main Course Salad

Insalata Estiva£8.00
Main course salad with peppery rocket, tuna, sweetcorn and tomatoes
Insalata Pantesca£8.00
Main course potato salad with fresh tomatoes, onions, Greek cheese and olives
Insalata Nizzarda£9.00
Main course salad with lettuce, tomatoes, boiled egg, anchovies, salmon, capers and olives

Sides

Patate Arrosto£3.00
Roast potatoes
Patatine Fritte£3.00
Fried potatoes
Verdure al Vapore£3.00
Steamed vegetables. Mix of carrots, cauliflower and broccoli
Fagiolini al Sugo£3.00
Baked green beans in our Da Vinci style tomato sauce
Insalata Mista£3.00
Mixed salad leaves and tomatoes

What 139 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
4.3Value

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OpenTable Diner
Aberdeen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice little place with excellent food
AF
AudreyF
Aberdeen
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent, freshly cooked food in lovely surroundings. Service was professional and helpful. Love coming here. Will be back soon. Thanks Elena and staff.
PL
PatrickL
Angus
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
A friendly place with good authentic food, generous portions, great service and a lovely atmosphere. Drinks are slightly pricy.
F
Fififofum
London
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Lovely restaurant for a special family occasion.
KL
KirstieL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been to Da Vinci's a few times now, it's tucked away in cobblestoned Alford lane (beautiful in the summer with outdoor seating). The great service is what keeps us coming back, all the servers are really friendly and know everything about the menu so you can always ask what they would recommend and you won't be disappointed. It's quite small but it's a nice intimate place. I wouldn't say it's quiet (depends what time you go I suppose) but it's got great atmosphere and character and the chatter adds to it. Good level of background noise and liveliness, 5 stars all round.
HC
HartClan30
Aberdeen
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Went for valentines dinner & was not disappointed. Taken up stairs where we were the only dinners but soon filled up & the atmosphere was good and we were well attended to. Good menu with specials to chose from also. Food was lovely, plenty of flavour and portion sizes were decent. Overall very good experience and will be going back.
AF
AudreyF
Aberdeen
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely meal as always. Great service and a lovely festive ambience. The tiramisu was fantastic . Great value .
SF
SophieF
Aberdeen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 5, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fresh, delicious food served promptly by a friendly, attentive server. Would definitely recommend visiting Da Vinci
JL
JoyceL
Aberdeen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely, quaint situation , convenient for city centre. Food is well presented and delicious. Nice ambience and classy choices of background music. Welcoming staff,
BZ
BZH29
London
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience4
Delicious food & great service. Amazing value too (Aberdeen Restaurant Week 2021).
SP
SueP
Aberdeen
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely genuine Italian restaurant. Delicious food authentic Italian menu and food. Love to eat here.
C
Chloe
Aberdeen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful time, the service was great and the food was delicious, thank you!
SW
SheilaW
Angus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 30, 2021
overall5food4service4ambience5
Lovely atmosphere, nice surroundings and lovely staff
T
Teasy
Aberdeen
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience4
Genuine Italian food and an excellent Montepulciano D'Abbruzo. We will not hesitate to return.
FJ
FionaJ
Edinburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely restaurant in small courtyard/ cobbled lane away from beaten track but still close to union street. Atmosphere very welcoming, food delicious and service fantastic
EM
ElaineM
Aberdeen
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2021
overall4food5service4ambience4
Excellent value for money with the lunch special of two courses for £15 - good portion size which was beautifully presented and was fabulous quality. Went for lunch from work (time limited) but had efficient service - will definitely be back
MC
MikeC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 10, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience4
Good food, great service and pleasant ambience, will return again
OS
OSMTBR
Los Angeles
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great quaint smaller restaurant. Service was great good was good. Wonderful dinner. We will be back.
CS
CelineS
Aberdeen
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 1, 2021
overall3food1service4ambience3
The service was excellent couldn’t fault it. However the dish I ordered lacked something and my husbands dish had a very strong flavour he didn’t enjoy. My dessert was not as expected either. Therefore I don’t think I will hurry back.
JM
JoannaM
Glasgow
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Beautiful food! The high table was a bit awkward to sit at and was pretty warm but amazing service !
T
Tanya
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
An actually amazing independent place in Aberdeen! Great food and service!!
MP
ManjitP
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2021
overall4food4service3ambience5
It is a quaint little italian in the back streets along a cobbled walkway. Lovely place to go for a date or intimate catch up with friends. The service was good but seemed like only one waitress working that night, we waited 25 mins for our first drink...that was the only floor. Food was fresh and presented well and a good wholesome authentic taste. I would def go again
CB
ChaileangB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Italian waitress is friendly, helpful to recommend us the starter and thank to the kitchen team as well for the tasty food and well presented. From the start till the end is perfect. We will definitely be back
P
Paul
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2021
overall3food3service2ambience4
Food was underwhelming and service was very slow. Would suggest more than 1 front house staff on a Friday evening.
Da VinciResponded on August 28, 2021Thank you so much for your review, and we are really sorry that we haven't meet your standards. Hopefully you will give us another chance. Looking forward to welcoming you again.
BZ
BZH29
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service
J
Jeannnie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 23, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Early dinner for 3. All had peppercorn stew with roast potatoes. 2 x Tiramasu and 1 pannacotta - all delicious. Excellent service.
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riona
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 18, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience5
Lovely lunch time meal in first day of reopening in peaceful relaxing environment, with pleasant service. Perfect first time out after lockdown!
W
Wojciech
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere, absolutely delicious food, caring staff, great speed of service. After first visit i realized it's my new favorite place in Aberdeen.
JM
JaniceM
Aberdeen
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful food freshly prepared. 1st visit but hopefully not the last
IF
IsaF
Aberdeen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, didn't disappoint at all! Food is delicious, staff is friendly and the restaurant is clean and beautiful!
CS
CazS
Aberdeen
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 2, 2020
overall3food3service5ambience5
Pate was excellent- mains were average though portion was adequate.
AF
AudreyF
Aberdeen
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 20, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely, delicious tasting food in an intimate restaurant . Although really central it is situated in a pedestrian lane . A real gem in the city centre and Elena is a fabulous chef. Thanks for another memorable evening .
H
Hills
N. Ireland
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Trip to drop our daughter off to Uni- food was excellent in a quiet location with relaxed settings.
JP
JaniceP
Aberdeen
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Favourite restaurant to eat Certainly won't be long in going back
JM
JenniferM
Aberdeen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent, service was fantastic and brilliant value for money, will definitely be returning!
G
Grant
London
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience3
Very nice meal - definitely authentic Italian cuisine. Would go back again. Maybe a bit quiet due to the recent lockdown etc.
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nicolar
Aberdeen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food. This is one of my favourite restaurants in aberdeen. Good awareness of different food needs. Ie intolerances and veggie/vegan options. I really appreciated the measures towards social distancing. On entry to the restaurant, there were gel stations and clearly marked floors. Instead of using traditional menus, we were provided with a QR code to scan which took us to a webpage where we ordered and paid for our meal in advance. These measures reduced the contact with staff which reduces the risk to both staff and customers. Highly recommend.
HB
HollieB
Aberdeen
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely restaurant with really nice and caring staff. Food and drinks were both amazing with fast service. Also done good with the covid situ.
AF
AudreyF
Aberdeen
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
fantastic food, ambience,service - could not fault a thing .
AF
AudreyF
Aberdeen
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
lovely friendly restaurant in the centre of the city , but situated in a quiet lane . Food was fantastic - slow cooked beef in red wine was delicious. My friends had never eaten here before and asked me to make a reservation for the following week - they loved the whole experience. Thank Elena and staff for another fantastic evening.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Da Vinci does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats. Da Vinci also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01224 591810.