I visited with my husband and son. My first impression wasn't great as we waited in the entry for some time before even being acknowledged. The fried calamari appetizer tasted frozen and was greasy. We had to endure listening to a staff member extend her full opinion of homosexuals to the people at the table next to us. Lastly, I did not enjoy my risotto with vegetables, scallops and shrimp. When the waiter asked what was wrong, I explained that the seafood had a strange charred flavor and the risotto was not prepared as I was accustomed to. In fact, the scallops did not taste fresh and the black greasy specks on the scallops and shrimp tasted like ash. The risotto was a clumped mess, not at all smooth and creamy as it should be. The waiter apologized & took my plate. At that point, the owner came to the table and told me in few words that my taste was off, the chef uses imported risotto, they sold 20 of these dishes with no complaints, and then stormed away without even waiting for a response. The owners inability to question what I felt was off, engage me in a dialog, or show common courtesy, instead blaming me and my taste buds for a meal I did not enjoy, was extremely rude and unprofessional. I think this owner needs to re-think how she deals with her customers, including the people that are not regulars that were clearly doted on. I was stunned and hurt by her rude behavior. I will never go back. This is clearly no longer deserving of it's early reviews.
201-797-6767
Davia is an Italian restaurant with a friendly, professional staff and a dimly lit interior with dark, elegant furnishings that contributes to a comfortable and romantic experience. The menu is filled with many Italian specialties for an abundance of choices. The food is priced right and made to order.
- Fax: 201-797-4979
- Hours: Mon - Thu, 11:30am - 2:30pm, 4:30pm - 9:30pm; Fri, 11:30am - 2:30pm, 4:30pm - 10pm; Sat, 4:30pm - 10pm; Sun, 1pm - 8pm
- Handicap Accessible: There is street-level access.
- Payments accepted: American Express, Cash, Debit Card, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- General services: Eat-in
- Menu link: daviarest.com/menus.htm
- Specialties: Italian cuisine
- Parking: Free lot
- Cuisine: Italian
- Price level: $$
- Reservations: Accepted
- Executive chef: Chef Paul Villani
- Number of tables: 20
- Features: Dinner, Lunch
- Atmosphere: Romantic
- Dress code: Casual/Semi-formal
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Davia's is by far my favorite restaurant. The food never disappoints, and the menu is creative and diverse. The staff is friendly,efficient, and knowledgeable. We always look forward to a meal at Davia's!
We always enjoy eating at Davia's. The food is delicious, with ample portions, and the staff is kind and helpful. If you are looking for a great restaurant, that has reasonable prices, this is the place for you! We are never disappointed.


My husband and I went to Davia for the first time last weekend. We had driven past so many times in the past two years since we moved to Fair Lawn. We are kicking ourselves for waiting so long to eat there! What it lacks in appearance it makes up for in food! The food was delicious and the service delightful. The complimentary bruchetta and marzipan cookies were a treat! The portions are large, enough to take home and the selection expanse. It was hard for me to choose! I ordered one of the seafood dishes (Salmon) and it was spectacular! My husband ordered veal saltimboca... (a usual choice for him) and it was THE BEST veal saltimboca he has had! He won't order it anywhere else anymore! I highly recommend this restaurant. The prices were reasonable for the quality and the quantity of food. We will definitely return! Thank you Davia for a lovely evening!