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Davio's - Chestnut Hill, Chestnut Hill, MA

Davio's - Chestnut Hill

4.4
4.4
1714 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
In 1985, at the young and ambitious age of 24, Steve DiFillippo purchased a locally-owned family restaurant called Davio’s on Newbury Street in Boston’s trendy Back Bay. As Boston’s culinary tastes evolved, he transformed the location into a destination. He retooled the menu, the space, the wine list. The new Davio’s soon garnered rave reviews.
The idea behind Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse was simple, regional Italian foods with a focus on the grill.
Everything made by hand from the best ingredients. Serve everything from aged steaks to simple-yet-unique pasta creations. Mirror this philosophy in the kitchen with our expert and attentive staff in the dining room, seeing to your every need and taking pride in your enjoyment of the meal. Steve has since opened locations in Foxborough, Lynnfield, Logan Airport, Boston Seaport, Braintree, Atlanta, King of Prussia, The Colony, Texas and Reston Station, Virginia.

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2 people

10:30 PM


Booked 41 times today
Experiences are available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–1:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:30 am Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 1:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 1:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 738-4810
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Rodney Murillo
  • Catering
    We create menus for your catered experience. Please call Casey Sarno at 617 738 4810 for menus and more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining rooms available for 10-100 guests for a full service sit down dinner & up to 150 for receptions. Rooms are ideal for meetings, seminars & presentations that require A/V or Internet access. Arrangements for the entire restaurant may be made. Multiple Private Dining Rooms AvailableWine Room, Newbury Room, Boylston Room, Chestnut Room
  • Private party contact
    Casey Sarno: (617) 738-4810
  • Neighborhood
    Chestnut Hill
  • Cross street
    Hammond Pond Parkway
  • Parking details
    Ample parking in The Street parking lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 3 Course Power Lunch Menu

    Multiple dates available
    COME try our 3 Course, Prefix Lunch Menu!! $32 Monday - Friday each week Chef Creates a new menu that You choose an appetizer, entree and a sweet treat for $32!!! It's like restaurant week every week day! Call ahead for details or to inquire about our power lunch offerings. HOLIDAYS EXCLUDED.

What 1,714 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

1,714 Reviews
  1. Davila

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was outstanding. Today it’s rare to find a server as professional, knowledgeable and polite. See you reward this server and keep him! Thank you very much for the dining experience. Top notch!

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  2. Daisy

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    I had my birthday dinner here last night and while our server was nice and attentive, I thought our food was just ok and very expensive. Our calamari appetizer was tiny and not very flavorful. We had the short braised ribs, the bolognese pasta and the halibut. Other than the halibut, the other three were nothing to rave about. Also, when you go to a fine dining restaurant, the. bathroom should be really nice. Theirs’s was crammed in a back storage area littered with stacked chairs, one toilet was jammed with dirty toilet paper and the sink was covered with water.

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  3. GabK

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    We had to wait long for the table. Our waitress got the order wrong and when we told her she didn't take it off the bill.

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  4. DIANA

    Naples

    15 reviews

    1.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall1food5service1ambience3
    I have frequented Davios both at chestnut Hill and Newbury street for over 20 years. The food and service has been outstanding. Always a place to celebrate and take guests. Last night the service was abominable. Beginning with pouring water for guests yet to arrive, not offering drink service, not clearing unused wine glasses, filling up after food served aND FINALLY producing the bill from his pocket and dangling it over the table to see WHO wanted it! NOT A FOLDER professionally and DISCREETLY left. I purposely did not leave it out to be picked up - he came to the table asking if I was done with it and picked it up from beneath my napkin! I AM WRITING TO THE MANAGER as well as posting. Very unimpressed and disappointed in the evening. Davios has always been our Go-to for a great time but not this time.

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  5. MariaK

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Davio's never fails me. The food and the service are consistently wonderful.

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  6. JenniferK

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Davio's didn't disappoint. I dined with some out-of-state friends and they were very impressed by everything the restaurant had to offer. The ambience, the menu selections, the food itself, and the tempting dessert cart. It was a great evening!

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  7. Oceangirl

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was one of the best. Gracious, attentive and most pleasant. 10 stars for her alone!

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  8. JonS

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Extensive menu, Service and Food were excellent.

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  9. AlanL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service. Great food. Wrote out Happy Anniversary on our dessert plate! One of my favorite dinner venues.

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  10. Layna

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food & service! Will definitely be returning.

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  11. DanF

    Greater Boston

    28 reviews

    2.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    Disappointed. Server seemed disinterested in what he was doing. Got our order incorrect. We were there for brunch and he never asked if we wanted coffee. Never checked on us to see if everything was OK. All DAVIO’s are not the same. Will not return to Chestnut Hill.

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  12. RussellB

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience1
    This is easily the worst Davio’s location. It’s located adjacent to a movie theater and instead of lifting up the movie theater it has instead come down to it’s level. Do not expect a high end dining experience here although your wallet will think you still had one.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My family and I enjoyed our lunch, and we had a wonderful time. Our food was amazing and very delicious. Our waiter was wonderful and very attentive. Thank you for the excellent lunch and wonderful service.

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  14. JulM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Everything was nice and my friends and I had a great time. It was a bit funny that there was a salt shaker on our table, but no pepper shaker. It is a small issue, we could ask if we really needed it. Otherwise, the lunch was great, we all loved our food. The hostess and the waiter were very patient even though we really took our time ordering.

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  15. BethP

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience2
    Food was OK Service was among the worst I've recently experienced and it did not seem to be due to low staffing levels (I try to be forgiving post pandemic on that). Every step along the way -- initial interaction with wait staff, getting water, drinks, food -- took forever. And not in a nicely paced fine dining way, more in a hello? Is anyone here? way. Will not return.

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  16. altrav14

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience3
    Made the mistake of inviting 3 black friends to dinner. With reservation. Walked in and was seated in the far south west corner of the restaurant with little visibility. Maybe a coincidence. Barely got any attention. Had to repeatedly raise my hand for service. ALL food was served tepid. Even the single expressos at the end were Luke warm Total experience was embarassing. two hours and thirty minutes to be served a simple dinner. Shame on you, Davio's!!!

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  17. RozG

    Miami

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, especially when we requested a different table. Prompt delivery of food that was delicious. Lovely ambiance.

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  18. Marleen

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    As always, Davios delivers reliably good food in classy surroundings. The ambiance of Davios was perfect for my business luncheon--always a great impression! Of note, the food and service was excellent, thumbs down to the espresso at the end of the meal --although the awesome and delicious desserts made up for it!

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and the service was excellent. We were very happy with our experience.

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  20. eggy

    Greater Boston

    194 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    194 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went with family we haven't seen in a while. Great service and they did a terrific job of getting food for 8 people ready and on the table in synchrony. Nice broad menu for vegetarians through meat eaters. A favorite.

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  21. Darcy

    Greater Boston

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first visit at the Chestnut Hill location. I have dined at other Davio’s locations. Our dinner was terrific and I liked the atmosphere and service. I had salmon and it was cooked to perfection. We started their fabulous popovers and delicious mozzarella arancini. We ordered a chocolate mousse cake that came with chip gelato. Definitely, worth the calories. Always a great experience going to a Davio’s restaurant.

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  22. JoeC

    Greater Boston

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Restaurant week lunch. Helpful and friendly service. Ambience comfortable and quiet. Food lovely - truffle arancini, rock shrimp spaghettini, salmon, bananas foster!

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  23. jameso

    Miami

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    overpriced, Octopus app was terrible for 25.00....steaks were soso....does not compare to Capital Grille

    1 person found this helpful

  24. SusanR

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect. The food was delicious and perfectly timed. We weren't rushed.

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  25. Stan

    Greater Boston

    92 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    92 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We went to Davio's for Restaurant Week. We had an excellent meal for an excellent price.

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  26. JanW

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    The service staff was so busy that she kept forgetting our requests for breads, water and lemon.

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  27. TL8888

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience3
    Overpriced. Service was okay but slow. Food was not as good as expected.

    1 person found this helpful

  28. JANEP

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    Very slow service, staff not very informed of menu, not professional people to greet at entrance. Needs better management and staff

    1 person found this helpful

  29. ThisIsNCM

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I always love dining at Davios. The food is so delicious and I really enjoy the drinks.

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  30. DGau

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a great place to meet up with friends for lunch. We had a wonderful waiter. Very knowledgeable and efficient. Our burgers were cooked to perfection. We will be returning on a regular basis.

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  31. NelsonL

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I visited along with two of our grown children for our 59th Anniversary dinner. Davio's is my wife's favorite restaurant, and this dinner lived up to your wonderful standards. You will definitely see us again.

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  32. yvonneg

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went with friends to celebrate my new retirement status. Attentive server, outstanding drinks, apps, and entrées. Our molton cake was presented with "happy retirement" on the plate. Nice touch!

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  33. Hudsontravelers

    Greater Boston

    109 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    109 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A wonderful place for a family get together and to celebrate birthdays. Round table made visiting easier.

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  34. eggy

    Greater Boston

    194 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    194 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, excellent service. Always consistent. I like sitting away from the bar area which can be louder.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 25, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience2
    Service is slow. Prices have gotten too high for the quality

    1 person found this helpful

  36. ArthurG

    Greater Boston

    41 reviews

    3.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience3
    A high-end restaurant should have better servers. The server we had was, slow and unattentive. we had an accidental water spill at the table, and the tablecloth was wet. They did not replace the wet tablecloth but put several napkins over the wet area. A small item, when our table was set up, they did not put a fork at my place. Davio's should do better in screening and training their waitstaff.

    1 person found this helpful

  37. Wendy

    Greater Boston

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this restaurant!!!! The ambience, the service, and the food were amazing!!!!

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  38. Chaka19

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent overall dining experience. Review tells it all. Mall/movie location causes unavoidable noise for quiet dining experience but makes for lively conversations. The staff doesn't rush you to leave. Highly recommend!

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  39. EllenH

    Greater Boston

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a fabulous dinner- celebrating 2 anniversaries and one birthday. There were 6 of us. Food was great but Jasmine, our waitress was absolutely outstanding!!!

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  40. pwoj

    Greater Boston

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and all the food was fantastic. Every person who came to our table whether to fill our water glasses, deliver food, or bring our check was friendly, gracious, and helpful. It was an enjoyable evening.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Davio's - Chestnut Hill using the Order Online button. Davio's - Chestnut Hill also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 738-4810.

Davio's - Chestnut Hill is rated 4.4 stars by 1714 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:30 PM


Booked 41 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Davio's - Chestnut Hill

55 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hammond Pond Parkway
  • Neighborhood
    Chestnut Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–1:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:30 am Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 1:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 1:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Ample parking in The Street parking lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rodney Murillo
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (617) 738-4810
  • Catering
    We create menus for your catered experience. Please call Casey Sarno at 617 738 4810 for menus and more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining rooms available for 10-100 guests for a full service sit down dinner & up to 150 for receptions. Rooms are ideal for meetings, seminars & presentations that require A/V or Internet access. Arrangements for the entire restaurant may be made. Multiple Private Dining Rooms AvailableWine Room, Newbury Room, Boylston Room, Chestnut Room
  • Private party contact
    Casey Sarno: (617) 738-4810
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