Da Vero in St Albans

This place was recommended by a friend and I’m so pleased that we tried it. From the moment I phoned to book we felt welcome. I called the day before for a table of six on a Friday night for my daughter’s birthday and although they seemed busy when we arrived and one of their chefs was off they still took our booking which I was very grateful for. The food was lovely and the portions were generous. We all enjoyed our food, both starters and mains. The year before we’d gone to an Itallian in London and ended up with tiny overpriced portions but these portions were the perfect size even for the most hungry of our group! I didn’t manage all of mine but was kindly given a box to bring it home in. We would definitely like to visit this restaurant again.

My family and I went for an early Father's Day supper on Friday evening. We haven't been for a while as I have been ill. We were greeted by the staff, including the kitchen staff like long lost family. I was very moved. I forgot how superior the food is at this restaurant. Started the meal with delicious cocktails. All our starters were exceptional, ranging from crab and prawn salad, deep fried Mozzarella and Calamari. The mains ranged from, fillet and sirloin steaks to sea bass, calves liver in a white wine sauce with sage and parsley and spaghetti carbonara. Generous portions, piping hot and exceptional al dente vegetables. All washed down with two bottles of Pietri red wine. I was too full for a dessert, but my two sons had a "Sundae of the Month" and one had a "special" which was a hot chocolate brownie with cream, ice cream and sauce. I had a taste of it and it was amazing. It was one of those desserts that you would have been tempted to have thrown yourself naked on, but I resisted the temptation as I love this restaurant, the staff and the Sicilian family who run it!!!!!! I wish to return many times! A must visit. You won't go anywhere else after visiting it!

Been to DavVero a few times, consistently excellent food and atmosphere. Staff always make our children feel welcome. Love it!

Visited for the first time today as a family with our 9 and 13 year old boys. Very friendly staff and nice restaurant that puts you at ease. Starters were lovely - calamari, aubergine, mozzarella and then we had pizza and pasta for mains. Tiramisu is a must try! Will definitely be back, highly recommend.

10/10 Amazing food, amazing atmosphere and amazing service. Love our meals here, home from home. Genuine Italian cooking at its best. This is our go to place. Love it. See you soon

We visited as a group of 10 for a birthday meal on a Saturday lunchtime. We couldn’t have been more impressed, the food was delicious and the portions were all so generous. Service from the owner and his family was outstanding too. We will definitely be back!

We had a faultless meal, most delicious meal out we’ve had for ages. Service was also excellent, would highly recommend

It was very good and lovely food, nice owner and friendly staff . I think it is the the best pizza in St Albans. Try the amazing blueberry sauce!!!

We were a group of 17 and were catered for extremely well. The food and service was excellent and they catered for special diets without any hassle. We will be returning.

Came here on the 21st as a party of 9 to celebrate a birthday. Food & service excellent- my risotto was delicious! Impressive cocktail menu, but as I was driving had to stick to a mocktail 😁. We weren’t rushed out at closing time & had plenty of time to finish our hot drinks. I would certainly visit again!

Definitely worth a visit Small intimate restaurant High quality food and seriously good grappa Excellent service 🍸🍸🍸

Party of six including two children aged 8@10. Ambiance and food very good, particularly pleased with the children’s menus, although options were either pasta or pizza ,the ingredients were the same as the adult’s,simply scaled down to child-size (and they cleared their plates!) Will certainly visit again when we are in St Albans.Highly recommended.

Been going to Davvero since it opened and their old place, 6of us went for dinner, and 4 of us had lobster paster it was great as always can't remember what the other 2 had. and the service first class.

Best Italian restaurant in St Albans. Service was fantastic Emily and all the staff are so friendly and always smiling. The Bar Expresso pasta amazing, the Risotto de Mare absolutely gorgeous and so rich with flavours and best homemade tiramisu ever. Please do yourself a favor and visit this restaurant.

We were a party of 5 with 2 birthdays, We all had cocktails which were fab, the food was amazing, very tasty and cooked to perfection. You could not fault the service and the staff were very knowledgeable on the menu. Would highly recommend and will certainly be back in the near future.

Visited as part of a group of 9 for my mums birthday. What can I say, the food and staff were amazing! We felt really welcome, really lovely atmosphere and there were clear plates all round which is hard in a group. Amazing!l

Second visit and first time with kids. The food was excellent as before, really good quality and very tasty. I had risotto with seafood which was fresh. Kids had pizza which had bags of flavour. Owner was very helpful and assisted with kids and allergies. Prices are not cheap but reasonable for the quality.

Visited yesterday with family for a Birthday lunch. Food, staff & atmosphere fab! Highly recommend. Will definitely be back.

Lovely traditional Italian restaurant with reasonable amount of seating and plenty of free parking nearby. Food quality was first rate, portion sizes large and quality high. House wine was above average and reasonably priced. The staff were friendly and attentive throughout our visit. Well worth a visit

Currently sat here with my friend. We've just finished our food and when we tell you our experience was out of this world. Wow the food was to die for! The service exceptional. Get booking ladies and gents for the best restaurant around.

The best Italian food this side of Sicily, amazing food, amazing service and I cannot wait to go back for my birthday! What a restaurant. Well done to all the staff for making us feel so welcome in a super busy restaurant. 10/10.

Have eaten here several times. However, in April I attend a celebration birthday party for a large group of people. The service and the food was exceptional. I highly recommend this restaurant!

Lunch for family and friends to celebrate a special birthday. Ages 2 to 73 all ages and dietary needs catered for. Set meal for larger parties excellent value for money. Amazing food and service. Excellent time would recommend to anyone.

My husband and I attended this restaurant last week as we were celebrating our 28th wedding anniversary. What a treat! The food was outstanding and plentiful and piping hot. We always sit at the same table where we can see the chefs preparing and cooking...

Visited for my wifes birthday, 22 of us enjoyed a fantastic meal in a great atmosphere with friendly staff looking after us. Food excellent as always.

Visited as part of a large group for my mother-in-law’s birthday. Food was absolutely delicious, huge portions and wonderful service - will definitely return and would highly recommend.

Delicious food, attentive and rapid service, and decent value. Very well patronised. Will definitely be coming back.

I had such a wonderful dinner at DavVero! The pasta Mare was my absolute favorite. Delicious food all around. The service was also top notch! It was a full house, yet the server was so attentive and such a delight. Don't miss out on an...

I had an amazing experience at Davero today, the staff were all really friendly , food was quick and so delicious. Overall a really positive experience and I will defo be back.

The Food is all delicious especially contadina and lovely service. Would recommend and come again !!

Amazing food and even better service, such friendly workers. Would definitely recommend and come again soon!!!

Came here for my birthday and they treated me so well. The pasta was amazing and service was quick. Overall lovely restaurant.

Beautiful food, excellent service what more could you ask for? The place is a little small for the tables, but you can’t knock a place for maximising space. Friendly welcome ok prices would defo Go again

The whole staff made our family event so very special. Helped put table decorations out for me, brought out cake and went the extra mile to make the whole evening a success. Food amazing as always, service efficient and friendly, atmosphere just right and free...

This family run restaurant is a hidden gem. There is a warm welcome awaiting. The menu is varied and has something to suit every taste. We visited with friends to celebrate a 21st birthday. All were made welcome, with ages from 16 to over 60’s....

What a wonderful meal. Prawns & calamari followed by the seabass. Every mouthful was a delight. Lovely family too. Can't wait to go back.

The absolute best Italian you’ll find in St.Albans/Hertfordshire! I hadn’t gone in so so long and the wait was definitely worth it! From Cozze alla Marinara (mussels in tomato sauce) starter dish to Spaghetti with King prawns & Samphire as my main, everything was cooked...

People talk about moving to Marshalswick for the good schools, I talk about moving to Marshalswick for Davvero 🤣, we are very lucky to have such a great restaurant on our doorstep. I visit this place reasonably regularly with both friends and my wife, we...

Managed to get a cancellation-first time visit and not disappointed. Fabulous food and great staff. Pasta is perfectly cooked and so much choice on the menu-will definitely be back-they even had specs so my husband could read the menu!

Congratulations to Ross, Nick and all the staff for their latest well deserved award. Three of us dined there tonight. The food was excellent as always with first class service. The servings were ample and of very good quality. What more do I need to...

As always food is amazing , cater for my nut allergy always like family love this restaurant can’t recommend it enough !

Another great night at this lovely local restaurant. Brilliant service, delicious food and wonderful atmosphere. If uou haven't been here before... book a table!

I'm pretty shocked to see just how highly rated this restaurant is. I came here with my family for a birthday meal with high expectations based on the glowing reviews. Our starters of calamari and the garlic pizza bread were good, but our main courses...

Took a bunch of mates here. Service was excellent, waiting staff were chatty and funny and were professional. We ordered a couple of antipasti plates to start which were delicious, the only thing that was missing was some bread which I think should be included....

Last Thursday lunch time, my husband and I went for lunch with our neighbour who is 101 years old and her 80 year old daughter! They had never been before. Ross the Maitre d' was so attentive and (mindful of their age) kindly explained they...

This is by far the best place to eat in town, Hertfordshire, UK, and the World. The biggest problem with this place is that I love all the food they serve and I want it all. Be it the Pizza, Pasta, Fish, Chicken, or Steak....

The food here is absolutely gorgeous. Our starter was calamari it wasn't chewy like loads of other restaurants. It was soft and crunchy all at the same time. Our mains were ate with enjoyment. The best Italian restaurant outside Italy.

When we've been on holiday to Italy, we try to find family run restaurants with great quality home-cooked Italian food. We never thought we'd find exactly that in Marshalswick, St Albans. The service was friendly and efficient. Everything that came out of the kitchen was...

Since I missed his wedding two years ago because of Covid, my nephew took me to DavVero’s to relive the celebration that he had had there. However, on arrival I was surprised at the tiny plaza and the unassuming frontage of this restaurant. Once we...

4 of us had a meal there on Saturday the 23rd of July,as always the food was great as was the service,

Had to leave a review after the recent takeaway from what has quickly become my favourite restaurant, the food is always excellent, when i’ve previously been to eat in both waitresses and the chefs have been so welcoming and helpful, i’ve tried many of their...

We were in town for just one night and went here because of the outstanding reviews. It did not disappoint. Lovely welcome, slick service, amazing food, warm atmosphere, reasonably priced for high quality of food, absolutely delicious. Would 💯 go again. Highly recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

We had a delicious lunch last week for a family aged between 2 and 84. The staff made our little boy feel so welcome and it made the whole lunch experience very relaxing. Thoroughly enjoyed , will be back and have already recommended to friends....

Lovely food and fantastic service, friendly and welcoming. We were a group of very varied ages and the staff were happy to interact with everyone to make us welcome, and to make each individual’s experience perfect.

Been here many times and never fails to impress, staff are very welcoming, food is always amazing and all round a great environment for any occasion, couldn’t recommend it enough!

Ate here for the first time and I have to say the food was amazing ! The service was top notch, Emilia was so friendly and it felt like I was very welcome! Hats off to the chef

Had a fantastic meal with our friends on Tuesday having not been there since before Covid the service & food were excellent.

We returned to our favourite restaurant, DavVero, to celebrate the end of our two years of 'shielding' from Covid. We had a wonderful meal and it was as good as we remembered. Looking forward to our next visit.

10 of us went for a work meal. The starters, mains and desserts all arrived at the same time, hot, fresh and delicious. I felt like I was abroad sitting by the sea in the Med with the quality of the Calamari. I had a...

First time at the restaurant and will not be the last. The food was just delicious, I had the Casarecce Palermitani pasta which had scallops and prawns and it was the best pasta dish I’ve ever eaten. Not only was the food amazing but the...

We came for dinner as a big group. The food was superb, the Calamari was quite possibly the best I've had. Excellent staff, friendly and courteous. Will very happily come back and incredibly good value!

Lovely food, good service, but not informed we could only have table for 2 hours. Felt like we were very rushed. Such a shame as food excellent. We’re not even asked if we would like coffee, before we left.

My family and I have been attending this restaurant since it opened and prior to that were frequent customers at their former restaurant in St Albans. The food is fresh, a huge variety and beautifully cooked. All the dishes are tailored to your pocket. You...

We were recommended to this restaurant and we were not disappointed. Excellent food, lovely efficient staff and a great atmosphere...we shall be going back.

Best Italian restaurant in St Albans by far. Amazing food, really fresh and authentic, great service and atmosphere and good value

Excellent Italian restaurant and deserves its family friendly award. The setting is nice as it’s away from the town centre, it was busy but didn’t feel loud or crowded. Delicious food with huge portions. The mussels were delightful and I chose pasta with sausage, minced...

Always a guaranteed fabulous meal at Davvero! My partner and I were dreaming about the Mussels starter alllll week long and it definitely didn’t disappoint…. Great service, lovely atmosphere, you have to try if you haven’t already!

I just love this restaurant so much. Dinner time has a buzzing vibe and lunch is chilled and relaxed! The Amatriciana penne is so tasty and one of my all time favourites!

very nice restaurant great food and huge portions! Make sure to share. However the host does make the experience feel slightly rushed as it is clear there are two sittings each night.

My friends and I had an evening meal at DavVero and it is the best Italian we have ever had. Super quick service, friendly people and along with amazing food the cocktails were lovely. Re booked again can't wait, thank you.

Such a lovely local Italian. The food was really delicious and in very generous portions. We really enjoyed the house red. And the service was excellent. We will definitely be back.

Best Fillet Steak as always. Superb Prawn and Crab starter . Worth the hour on the M25 for the excellent food. Geoff and Rose.

The food was superb , portions were huge and the tiramisu to die for. The owner and staff were all friendly and attentative. We had the whitebait , mussels to start , a mixed fish grill for main course - This was HUGE and we...

Not enough space to say how wonderful this place is. Superb home cooked Italian food with a wonderful atmosphere . Simply the best in St Alban's

Best Italian I’ve had! Fantastic authentic Italian food. Would highly recommend to anyone in the area.

My husband was celebrating his 60th birthday the following day & as he'd waxed lyrical about the restaurant, it was an ideal time & place to eat lunch. Booked in advance for an early time slot & for 45 minutes had the restaurant to ourselves....

Davvero never ever disappoints. I tried the new Veal Marsala on the specials menu and the sauce was absolutely incredible. I can’t wait to go back and try this again! Service is always good, even during busy times. Portions are always generous and their cocktails...

Great food and staff. Congenial owner who took the time to make our evening special. We look forward to repeating the experience! Thank you DavVero!

Beautifully authentic italian food served with a smile. I come here all the time so thought a review was needed!

What a wonderful place tucked away in the Quadrant. Such fabulous food and superb service. Staff were very attentive. We were celebrating an 84th birthday and we were allowed to take our own cake, which the staff kindly brought out with candles and the whole...

Had a wonderful time, the food was great. Lobster was beautiful. Wine delicious. Lemoncello very good

We have had an excellent meal this evening at Dav Vero. Great food, service and ambience. Would thoroughly recommend it and can’t wait to return

Our service was a little bit slow at time's but the food did make up for it, it was so tasty. Can't wait to come back and visit.

We ordered a lockdown, three course, takeaway from DavVero. I arrived slightly early, but the food was already cooked and waiting for us. Our starters were OK; the Pizza’s were good; but the desserts were excellent (I particularly liked the Sicilian Lemon Cheesecake). We did...

Wonderful family run Italian restaurant in St Albans. The staff are friendly, attentive and always make you feel at home. The food is truly delicious and they have a great choice of authentic Italian dishes. We are lucky to have this little piece of Italy...

The best steak I have had since I last visited. I cycle here from Stratford, to sample the steaks, but really worth the effort.

Our third visit to DavVero and it continues to impress. The food is amazing. Each time we try something new and have never been disappointed. Russ the owner and host is warm and welcoming and makes you feel valued. The two chefs, who you can...

The best Fillet Steak I had for years. FANTASTIC FANNTASTIC. Waiters fantastic. All the foood Michelin star.

Another delicious meal at DaVero served in Covid+safe conditions by friendly staff. Every course was special. So sad they have to close for a month, but we have already booked for a post-lockdown treat; planning to work our way through the whole menu. They are...

Really relaxing lunch experience with little ones. The food was great, timing between courses was unhurried and service was very good. The children were settled and very well catered for with special cups and plates. We just relaxed.

My partner and I went here Sunday lunchtime. The food and the service is top rated. The seafood always tastes fresh and the pizza dough also. Good atmosphere and always friendly and welcoming.

First visit but will definitely go back again. Staff very friendly and well organised. The food was delicious and good size portions. We didn’t have dessert but the owner gave us some homemade tiramisu to try which was wonderful. ! Lovely atmosphere

A real slice of Italy in the at Albans Quandrant. Amazing wine amazing food. We felt transported to italy for a few hours. I even got a special vegan dessert.

Another fab birthday dinner at Dav Vero. My son never wants to go anywhere else! Amazing food, wonderful service and lovely atmosphere. Can’t wait to go back 😁

First time but won’t be the last fantastic food and great service They deal with the social distancing and other guidelines very well in deed

4 of us had lunch on Sunday good food good service its allways good. Never had a bad meal.(5star)Thanks to Ross and Nick and the staff.

Tried this place in contrast to always zipping into town to the usual destinations (e.g Cosa Nostra). Very glad we did. Pleasant atmosphere, good service and very good food, very reasonably priced. Nothing unexpected here - it's soild, well-made, wholesome Italian food exactly as you'd...

Lovely meal, crab and prawns, proper nice. Salmon Mains also proper nice. The dessert also proper nice. Definitely go again.

Busy, popular restaurant serving authentic Italian fayre. Reassuring that they are extremely aware of COVID requirements. Friendly, quick service and the food is piping hot.

Enjoyed a meal for four with EOTHO help, but will definitely return and pay normal prices. Menu choice was really good, food quality superb and the friendly staff all made the meal superb. Easy parking, but pre book.