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lingawonga — 2009-11-18 22:44:14

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	+ ------ + ''2009-11-18 22:44:14'' [[nbsp]] I went here for a birthday dinner with my boyfriend and his parents, and it was by far the tastiest meal I've had in Davis. The dishes we had included the frog legs (with polenta and marinara), gnocchi (pan-fried, has amazing texture), risotto, vegeterian dish (red pepper stuffed with magic), fish dish (pistachio-encrusted salmon), carpaccio, filet mignon, cannoli, and tiramisu. The textures and presentation of the foods was just soo perfect. The place has a beautiful patio and cozy indoor area, and very pleasant service. For wines <$50, they offer wine by the glass. Though we came here for the first time as a special occasion, I'm definitely excited to come back for the (cheaper) lunch or on another occasion. --["Users/lingawonga"]

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	+ + LEONARDO WOULD LIKE TO INVITE YOU TO COME TO OSTERIA FASULO AND CELEBRATE AND ENJOY ANY OR ALL OF THIS CULINARY FEASTS. + + A Yolo County dinner at Osteria Fasulo + Featuring Reserved Bogle Wines, Yolo Poultry organic free range Chicken, and Eatwell Farms + + Come Join us on Sunday, November 15th, 2009 at 6:00pm. + + A 5 courses dinner: + + Persimmon and Smoked Salmon Crostino + Blanc de Blanc Brut 2007 + *** + Root Vegetables Tart + Ghost du Blanc 2007 + + * + Raviolo Ripieno + Pinot Noir Russian River 2007 + + * + Pollo alla Cacciatora + Phantom 2006 + + * + Chocolat Bunet + Port petit syrah Limited Release 2006 + + $ 39.00 per person plus tax and gratuity + + Menu items subject to change + Space very limited + RSVP Today at osteriafasulo@sbcglobal.net + Or call (530) 758-1324 + + + Osteria Fasulo , Bledsoe Pork & Villa Italia + Present + PORK “The King” wine dinner + + Sunday 22nd,2009 + 6:00pm + + Terrina di fegato crostino + + Fior D’Arancio Passito Donna Daria 06 La Montecchia + + * + + Gnocchi al ragu’ di Maiale e vino rosso + + Langhe Nebbiolo 07 Filippo Gallino + + * + Porchetta arrosto + + Montepulciano D’Abruzzo 06 Centorame + + * + Torta di Mele con Gelato + + Moscato D’Asti 08 Osvaldo Tranchero + + $ 45.00 per person, plus tax and gratuity + Menu items subject to change + Space very limited + RSVP Today at osteriafasulo@sbcglobal.net + Or call (530) 758-1324 + + + Sunday, December 6th, 2009 + 11:30am + White Truffles and Prosecco Brunch + at + Osteria Fasulo + + Everydish will be served with Prosecco La Maschera: + + Uova e Tartufo + Poached eggs over cream ,shaved white truffles + and parmesan croutons + + * + Carne cruda alla Piemontese + ground veal tartare served with mushrooms and shaved white Alba truffles + + * + + Risotto con Tartufo + Arborio rice topped with white truffles + + *** + Gelato al Tartufo + truffle ice cream + + $ 85.00 per person plus tax and gratuity + Menu items subject to change + Space very limited + RSVP Today at osteriafasulo@sbcglobal.net + Or call (530) 758-1324 + + WE HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON. + + CIAO, + + LEONARDO E FAMIGLIA + +

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	+ ------ + ''2009-09-08 13:06:06'' [[nbsp]] I can't believe it took me 8 years in the area to come here! We went here last weekend for my birthday dinner and I was not disappointed. We had the tomato mozarella salad, halibut, and the bolognese lasanga, followed by tiramisu. Everything was excellent and I actually appreciated a place that had amazing food without a stuffy environment. The outside dining is especially casual. My only complaint was that I didn't see any wines by the glass (nor did I ask), but just ordered a whole bottle instead. Anyone know their corkage fee? They were out of the wine we ordered, so we had to get a more expensive variety, but I could definietly see the value of BYOW if their corkage is reasonable. I'd highly recommend Osteria Fasulo. --["Users/AmLin"]

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LeonardoFasulo — 2009-06-27 12:38:12

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CaryArnold — 2009-05-21 14:37:12

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- [http://www.davislifemagazine.com/Content.aspx?m=4/1/2009&cId=2875 Read a story] about owner Leonardo Fasulo and his motivation for opening this Village Homes restaurant in ["Davis Life Magazine"].	+ [http://www.davislifemagazine.com/Content.aspx?m=4/1/2009&cId=2848 2009 Food review] and a [http://www.davislifemagazine.com/Content.aspx?m=4/1/2009&cId=2875 feature story] about owner Leonardo Fasulo and his motivation for opening this Village Homes restaurant in ["Davis Life Magazine"].

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- 3 pounds Roma tomatoes, cut in quarters - 1/4 cup olive oil - 1/4 cup sugar - 3 tablespoons salt - 3 tablespoons butter - 1 yellow onion, coarsely chopped - 6 cloves garlic, minced - 3 tablespoons flour - 1 quart vegetable stock or broth - 2 bunches fresh basil, chopped - 1 cup heavy cream	+ 3 pounds Roma tomatoes, cut in quarters + 1/4 cup olive oil + 1/4 cup sugar + 3 tablespoons salt + 3 tablespoons butter + 1 yellow onion, coarsely chopped + 6 cloves garlic, minced + 3 tablespoons flour + 1 quart vegetable stock or broth + 2 bunches fresh basil, chopped + 1 cup heavy cream

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LeonardoFasulo — 2009-03-14 15:18:28

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- OSTERIA FASULO WON THE SOUPERBOWL FOR THE 2ND YEAR IN A ROW WITH OUR "SENSUAL" LOBSTER BISQUE!	+ OSTERIA FASULO WON THE SOUPERBOWL (2009 ) FOR THE 2ND YEAR IN A ROW WITH OUR "SENSUAL" LOBSTER BISQUE!

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	+ + OSTERIA FASULO WON THE SOUPERBOWL FOR THE 2ND YEAR IN A ROW WITH OUR "SENSUAL" LOBSTER BISQUE!

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KevinChin — 2009-03-02 09:04:44

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	+ ------ + ''2009-03-01 20:16:44'' [[nbsp]] When I heard the best restaurant in Davis had a new lunch special, I knew finally, it was time. Never having been able to afford this restaurant before, I was very excited to experience such good food. I was not disappointed. For $20 you get soup or salad, a pasta entree, a dessert AND a glass of wine. Three courses for $20... Since I knew they had recently won the local Souper Bowl soup competition, I ordered that of course. I had the homemade spinach pasta (divine!) and my date had the pesto linguine with the most fresh, crispy vegetables you could imagine. Our server was very friendly and knowledgible. I was glad I didn't have plans after lunch because I would have been late. Other than that I was happy with the value I got and I WILL come back for dinner. On my next special occasion. --["Users/TCSmith"]

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WilliamLewis — 2009-02-25 12:05:25

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ElleWeber — 2009-02-20 14:04:26

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- =["KCRA"] Nomination= - OSTERIA FASULO WAS NOMINATED AGAIN BY KCRA CHANNEL 3 AS BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT YOU CAN VOTE FOR US AT: - http://kcra.cityvoter.com/contests/2008-kcra-3-alist-contest/861/great-meals/italian - - - Chef di Cucina: Adam Walsworth	+ =KCRA 2008 A-List Nomination= + Osteria Fasulo was nominated for the ["2008"] ["KCRA" KCRA 3] A-List, an annual contest for the best local businesses in the Sacramento area, under the "Best Italian" category. Visit the KCRA website to [http://kcra.cityvoter.com/winners/kcra-3-a-list-contest/861/great-meals/italian view the winners]. +

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JoePomidor — 2009-02-20 13:04:04

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	+ + + __________________________________________________ + Come and Enjoy + Osteria Fasulo + Special “ Stimulus “ 3 Courses + Pasta Lunch + + Salad or cup of daily soup + *** + Choices of: + Spinach Taglierini in butter, rosemary and parmesan + or + Spaghetti alla Marinara + or + Linguine al Pesto + *** + Crespella della Casa + + $ 15.00 per person + + Monday Through Friday : 11:30am till 1:30pm + Buon Appetito! + + Make your reservation by phone at (530 )758-1324 + online at osteriafasulo.com

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	+ ------ + ''2009-01-16 12:14:28'' [[nbsp]] Our absolute favorite upscale restaurant in Davis, and we've tried them all. + + Patio setting is casual but lovely on a summer evening, with a very Tuscan feel to it. Inside is more formal. And not downtown = no parking nightmares! + + Dress code outside is super casual; Village Homers are comfortable showing up in khaki shorts. + + Servers are highly knowledgeable and helpful, friendly but not overbearing. + + Prices are definitely up there, but it's a great splurge. Our server suggested coming just for dessert and a glass of wine to enjoy the setting. For the money, I would rather spend it here than at hushed, formal Seasons; hit-or-miss Mustard Seed; or Soga's with its bar scene. + + Portions are not huge, but the food is rich, filling and seasonal. We've never been disappointed with a selection. + --["Users/DavisKid84"]

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- = Menu = - ==Gli antipasti -- appetizers== - - \|\|<tablewidth="100%" width="20%"> Lo Stuzzichino\|\|<75%> Marinated Olives & Roasted Almonds\|\|<5%> 7\|\| - \|\| Le Cozze & vongole\|\| Fresh Manila & P.E.I Mussels steamed in white wine, garlic and Italian Parsley\|\| 13\|\| - \|\| Il Carpaccio\|\| Thinly sliced Harris Ranch filet stuffed wtih Maine lobster served with a refreshing extravirgin olive oil and lemon dressing\|\| 17\|\| - \|\| L’Antipasto\|\| Selection of Artisan “Fra Mani “ salami , Imported Cold Cuts & Cheeses plate to be enjoyed by two\|\| 25\|\| - - - ==Le Insalate -- salads== - - \|\|<tablewidth="100%" width="20%"> L’Insalata della Casa\|\|<75%> House mixed greens served in a parmesan cheese basket, homemade vinaigrette\|\|<5%> 8\|\| - \|\| L’Insalata Caprese\|\| heirloom selections served with fresh imported mozzarella ,fresh basil\|\| 15\|\| - \|\| L’Insalata d’Asparagi\|\| Asparagus served with hardboiled eggs and Aioli dressing\|\| 13\|\| - \|\| La Zuppa del Giorno\|\| Chef’s soup of the day\|\| A.Q\|\| - \|\| Il Risotto\|\| Daily recipe Arborio rice\|\| A.Q\|\| - \|\| I Gnocchi del Giorno\|\| Daily selection of our homemade potato dumplings, house signature dish\|\| A.Q\|\| - \|\| La Pasta Dura\|\| Barilla spaghetti alla checca,tomatoes,garlic , red flake peppers, olive oil\|\| 15\|\| - \|\| La Pasta Fresca\|\| Homemade taglierini served in a light cream sauce ,smoked salmon and chives\|\| 18\|\| - - - ==I Secondi -- Main Course== - - \|\|<tablewidth="100%" width="20%"> Il Pesce del Giorno\|\|<75%> Fish of the Day\|\|<5%> A.Q\|\| - \|\| I Gamberoni\|\| Shrimps sauteed in a spicy tomatoes sauce\|\| 26\|\| - \|\| Il Coniglio\|\| Farm raised rabbit (preparation changes daily)\|\| 27\|\| - \|\| L’Agnello\|\| Grilled lamb chops served with a refreshing ratatouille\|\| 28\|\| - \|\| Il Manzo\|\| Neiman Ranch filet mignon served in a light Gorgonzola sauce\|\| 35\|\| - \|\| Il Vitello\|\| Pan seared veal chop top with foie gras and black truffles ragout, served in a bed of fresh arugula(Osteria Fasulo Signature Sinful Dish)\|\| 48\|\| - - - -

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- This recipe, provided by Adam Walsworth, executive chef at Osteria Fasulo in Davis, took first prize at the 2008 Souper Bowl, a soup cook-off sponsored by the Davis Food Co-op.	+ This recipe, provided by Adam Walsworth, executive chef at Osteria Fasulo in Davis, took first prize at the ["2008 Souper Bowl"], a soup cook-off sponsored by the Davis Food Co-op.

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- ''2007-01-02 16:54:53'' [[nbsp]] My husband and I ate at Osteria Fasulo for the first and last time in early December to celebrate our anniversary. For $162 (including $20 tip) this is what we got: House Salad (in parmesan cheese basket) – (can’t remember the price – 10-12) very good. Radicchio Trevigiano con Pancetta (12) - ok. Cioppino della Casa (24) – very good but arrived luke warm. Roast Lamb Shank (28) – ok – also luke warm. Chocolate Creme Brulee (7) – excellent value and very good. Bottle of Wine – price unknown. One Bottle of water. After they were out of the 2nd bottle of wine we requested, the owner selected a bottle for us. We didn’t really appreciate having a bottle selected for us without our asking and had no idea what it coat. It was nothing to write home about…a disappointment for an anniversary celebration. Bottomline… the meal had its highs and lows but certainly not worth the price. We won’t be back. --["DavisWheeler"] - ------ - ''2007-04-01 12:04:10'' [[nbsp]] if your meal was 142 and you tipped 20 at a nice restaraunt you probablly deserved a bad meal. --["Users/CrazyeyeKillah"] - ------ - ''2007-04-24 18:53:35'' [[nbsp]] i guess....you were about 1 dollar off. 15% of 142 is around 163 :( next time tip 163 - as for Crazyeyekillah's comments, it seems like he wants you to tip more than 163...but i mean, if your steak/shank is LUKEWARM, HELL NO you are not tipping more than 15 %... --["Users/JamesLi"] - * The standard practice is not to tip on tax (unless you want to tip based on the IRS's service). Hence daviswheeler tipped 15.1056 %. Furthermore, you should not determine a tip based on how fancy the restaurant is. The quality of the service and the bill usually increase the tip for such restaurants anyway. If the service is poor quality the waiter certainly deserves no more than 15%, which was given. (usually cold food means it was sitting in the window too long, which is the fault of the waiter.) -["Users/MattHh"] - ------ - ''2007-05-18 21:26:00'' [[nbsp]] I was very disappointed in Osteria Fasulo. Our salad was drenched in mayonnaise and capers; we could see the vegetables, but we couldn't taste them. The papardelle with saffron cream sauce sounded great, but it was actually almost inedible - not fresh, somehow both bland and overflavored. The gnocchi was the only thing that was decent, and it was nothing special. Maybe we just got unlucky and picked the worst things on the menu, but I would be ashamed to serve that salad to anyone. The staff were nice, but spotty - they brought us two glasses of wine when we had ordered one, the waitress offered us dessert while we were still waiting for our appetizers, and the restaurant called and left a message asking us whether we were going to show up for our reservation WHILE we were sitting there eating dinner. We were also one of 3 parties there, so they can't have been too busy. --["Users/wobbly"] - ------ - ''2007-05-21 23:40:07'' [[nbsp]] I went to osteria fasulo for the first time today. I was impressed with the atmosphere, the wine list, and most of all the service. My wife and i were there for an anniversary. After 47 years of marriage i guess it was time that i treated my wife to a nice meal. Our waiter suggested to us that we eat our meals in courses and family style. We were confused by the menu, but he put us right at ease. He asked if we wanted some suggestions...well we did. We let him order our entire meal along with the wine. His suggestions were wonderful. Even though there were large parties that night he made us feel like we were the most important people in the building. We would recommend OS to any one in visiting davis. It was a wonderful experience. --["Users/stewy10"] - ---- - Restaurant... In village homes... I have never heard of this place I must check it out... --["Users/StevenDaubert"] - ------ - ''2007-08-02 09:55:01'' [[nbsp]] Dear Leonardo Fasulo -- I see from the picture that you have a lovely outdoor patio. Do you allow people to bring their well-behaved dogs with them and eat out on the patio? --["Users/CovertProfessor"] - - Of course and some of our guests come here because of it , I was thinking of having a dogs night out .Leonardo Fasulo - - That's great! We'll be coming by soon. And thanks for the reply, here and on my page. I really appreciate business owners who get involved with the wiki and take the time to answer questions. --["Users/CovertProfessor"] - ------ - ''2007-09-28 03:01:55'' [[nbsp]] Great Food, excellent service :) - Thank you for everything - It was the best time of my life - Love You --["Users/Sabira"] - ------ - ''2007-10-03 11:43:47'' [[nbsp]] I had lunch food was average to me and over priced, just my opinion maybe i am not in the right income bracket to eat here ....This place is nice and cozy i just was not impressed with prices and food otherwise cool place --["Users/Brians"] - ------ - ''2007-11-06 20:20:47'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I have eaten here twice, and enjoyed it thoroughly. The meals are presented professionally, the service is cordial, prompt, and also fits in perfectly with the relaxed atmosphere (the staff are friendly, never stuffy). As for prices, we don't mind paying up when we know we're getting such a quality dining experience. Osteria Fasulo is a perfect complement to Davis. --["Users/ArthurFrane"] - ------ - ''2007-11-16 00:11:42'' [[nbsp]] Just a comment for one of the above comments concerning dogs at restaurants. As a veterinary technician there is nothing I love more then big, cuddly, well behaved dogs... BUT I don't think it is professional to allow animals in the vicinity of where food is being served to patrons. It is unhygenic (even outside where the probability of urinating or passings odors will increase for pets - anyone who has eaten on the patio at Fuzios during warmer months should know what I mean), not to mention the fact that it is discourteous to other diners who may have pet allergies. This isn't just a post for restaurant owners, but for pet owners as well. Thank you. --["Users/christacooper"] - * Since it was my question about allowing dogs, I will respond. I would not consider a dog who urinated in an eating area to be a "well-behaved dog." My dog never urinates near an eating place. I would hope that dog owners would be sensible enough to bring only well-behaved dogs with them, just I would hope that only well behaved adults and children go to restaurants; unfortunately, that is not always the case, but by and large, most people are respectful of others. As for "passing odors" I believe that I am not out on a limb when I say that the homo sapiens in attendance are doing this with a similar frequency to that of the dogs. Finally, as an allergy sufferer myself -- I am very allergic to cats, although I love them dearly, and I'm also allergic to a wide variety of grasses and molds, which I am less fond of -- I am quite sympathetic to other allergy sufferers. But I sincerely doubt that a dog ''in the outdoors'' will have much of an effect -- especially a dog of the non-shedding variety. I am always amused when I go over a friend's house and they put the cat away in another room; it's a nice thought, but frankly, the amount of hair on the cat is miniscule compared to the fur that is all over the house. Similarly, the amount of fur that a dog sitting next to his/her owner will produce and send to nearby patrons is going to be quite small and diffused -- not significantly worse, than, say, the amount of fur produced by nearby squirrels, etc., since the seating area is outdoors and animals cannot be prevented from entering. I also imagine that if someone were ''extremely'' allergic (and I think you'd have to be), that a polite request to move would do the trick (depending on who was there first). --["Users/CovertProfessor"] - ------ - ''2007-12-18 14:31:01'' [[nbsp]] My girlfriend and I were lucky enough to get a gift certificate for a full dinner here. When we went initially it was not honored, and we were so upset that we decided to leave. When we got in touch with the person who gave us the gift certificate, she contacted the owner and explained the situation. We were told next time everything should be fine, so we gave the restaurant another chance. I'm so glad that we did. I have to say, the service was great, and I think it may have been the single best meal I've ever had. Every bite left me speechless. The owner came out to talk to us about the mix up and apologized. It turned out to be a great evening and I definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who is looking for a fantastic meal. --["Users/GabeDavis"] - ------

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- 3/5/2006. I was there Fri 3/3/2006 and thought the food was excellent and the service just as good. A nice intimate evening with good wine and food. The best part was the chocolate creme brulee topped with caramelized bananas. It is pricey and the portions are small, but the food is rich. Larger portions would give most people a stomach ache afterwards. Each meal comes with a complimentary glass of prosecca (Italian champagne) and fresh bread and salsa verde (olive oil mixed with roasted garlic and parsley). We each had a glass of wine, two starters, main course and dessert. Bill came out to just under $100 including tip. Everything tasted extremely fresh and good. You must go if you like Italian food and have someone special to take. - ------ - I have been to Osteria Fasulo, and I am a student. It is pricey, but REALLY good. I'm not all into Italian either, but everything there is good; the bread is awesome, the soup, the sandwiched for lunch are also super good, and dinner too. I recommend it to anyone, I can't believe no one has heard of it, but it is really tucked away. Perfect for a special night especially with someone you care about. Their outdoor patio is very nice. Oh and if you like wine, go! -Taryn - ------ - I know there used to be one out there called ["Plumshire Inn"]. I've been told that it closed about a year or so ago. Apparently it belonged to an old couple who had some hand in developing that area, and that the restaurant was the only business in that particular area. It was their thing, and when they decided to retire, the restaurant closed. From what I had heard, it was a tad expensive, but it was supposed to be, far and away, the best restaurant in Davis (I heard this from my old neighbors, who had eaten there, and were food connoisseurs). As far as I know, a new one did not open in its place, but I could be wrong about that. -["Users/EricKlein"] - - * The Plumshire Inn was a very pleasant restaurant of the "California Cuisine" variety. Osteria Fasulo is a worthy replacement if you like upscale Italian cooking. Plumshire Inn was owned by Mike Corbett, the developer of ["Village Homes"]. Corbett is not that old, and not retired; he built the rather attractive duplex at the corner of 7th and B, and is a principle in the proposed Covell Village development Northwest of the corner of Covell and Pole Line Road.-["Users/MarcusSitz"] - - * http://www.wguides.com/city/281/84_227200.cfm discusses ["Plumshire Inn"]. The phone number works (I called them), but they're closed today, so I guess they still exist. They seem to have a new name though, which I couldn't understand from their recorded message, so someone will have to visit or call back during business hours. And I think I'm game for a bike ride over there to photograph them and confirm their existance. -- ["Users/KenBloom"] - - * I did a little research, and it seems that the ["Plumshire Inn"] is indeed gone, but has been replaced by ["Osteria Fasulo"] (see their [http://www.osteriafasulo.com/ homepage]). See [http://www.sacticket.com/dining/story/8116041p-9048175c.html this review] for details. The new restaurant is Italian, and quite upscale from what the review has to say. It sounds like it is priced out of the reach of most students (and almost all grad students), but probably has good food. I wish now that I had gone to the old Plumshire Inn while it was still here. Although I like Italian food, Italian restaurants always seem to charge too much for what you get (I'm talking about quality, not quantity. Although, in this case, quantity seems to be an issue as well). -["Users/EricKlein"] - - * I just took a bike ride, and confirmed this. I have also ruled out the existance of a restaurant any farther west on Russell. (Businesses on Lake Blvd. not withstanding). -- ["Users/KenBloom"] - ------ - I would agree that Osteria Fasulo is delicious, and tucked away and expensive. But I would not call it overpriced. You are paying for the artful presentation of the food, the cozy dining room, the service, and the overall experience of eating delicious food at a civilized place, hopefully with excellent conversation to round out the evening. I have only been there once, but it was one of my favorite meals in Davis.-- ["Users/JuliaSilvis"] - ------ - The Plumshire Inn was a vegetarian resturant with local, organic produce and decent prices. Half of the residents of the ["Village Homes"] really enjoyed it, most likely the ["Hippies"]. The other half, presumably ["Yuppies"], love the new, high-class and meat-centric Osteria. This is exemplary of the social dynamic (or divide) within the village. Personally, I would prefer the former but I do appreciate the fact that Osteria sources much produce locally (even some from a friend's new farm). However, I went for a coffee once with a friend and it cost me seven bucks! Needless to say, don't expect to see me there having coffee... -- ["Users/MikeSiminitus"] - - * The Plumshire Inn was most definitely not a vegetarian restaurant; depending on the menu we usually had 1-2 vegetarian dishes available. Prices were "decent" in the $15-$20 way. Although I spent nearly all my time there in the kitchen, I'd say most of our clientele were university faculty and other professional types, certainly not the hippy crowd. -- ["Users/SeanOMara"] - ------ - ''2006-04-16 11:55:55'' [[nbsp]] 4/15/06: The food is excellent and the wine list is extensive, although pricey. This is definitely one of the best restaurants in Davis. Although it is expensive, the food, service, and atmosphere are all worth it. --["Users/AcMach"] - ------ - ''2006-07-28 20:41:43'' [[nbsp]] I went here with the idea of having an expensive date. The food was mediocre and would have been decent at somewhere less expensive but it was definitely not worth the price I paid. I was shocked considering the glowing reviews this place has received on this page. Did y'all order the full course meal? Are there better places in Sac or back in the Bay that you'd suggest splurging on? --["Users/LiRic"] - ------ - ''2006-08-21 00:07:29'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I went for our anniversary and were very disappointed. Although the setting is charming, the food is unoriginal. We were among the first guests of the evening, but they were already "out of" the chef's special appetizer, the fish of the day, and one dessert. What this means is that they just didn't bother to prepare them. I mean, I could have run down to Safeway, bought some fish, and cooked it as "fish of the day." Plus, they had no red wines by the glass. The food they did serve was acceptable, but unexceptional, and -- really -- nothing I couldn't have made at home. --["Users/DanLawyer"] - ------ - ''2006-12-11 22:01:44'' [[nbsp]] Fresh delectable food. Good service that does not pester or rush you. Interesting and seasonal menu that changes frequently so you can always try new things. Solid and expansive wine list. After frequent visits, I have never been disappointed and plan to attend frequently. --["Users/EsTs"]	+ * ["/2006 Reviews" Reviews from 2006] + * ["/2007 Reviews" Reviews from 2007] +

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Click "Help with Editing" in the lower right hand corner of the edit screen for assistance... or just upload the images and the wiki community can help format them for the page. + + + + + [[Image(Osteria_Fasulo_Patio.JPG, right, thumbnail, 400)]] + + \|\|<bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''Location'''\|\| + \|\|[[Address(2657 ["Portage Bay"])]] East (In ["West Davis"], in ["Village Homes"])\|\| + \|\|<bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''Hours'''\|\| + \|\|Dinner, 5:30-9 p.m. Monday through Saturday\|\| + \|\|Lunch, 11:30-1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday\|\| + \|\|<bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''Phone'''\|\| + \|\|(530)758-1324\|\| + \|\|[http://www.osteriafasulo.com/]\|\| + \|\|<bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''["/Menu" Menu]'''\|\| + + + ===== + + [[TableofContents(right)]] + + + ## Leonardo: You probably want to leave the "== ==" above, as it makes sure the page looks right on different screen sizes. + + + '''Osteria Fasulo''' is an ["Upscale restaurants" upscale Italian restaurant] that certainly has delicious food. It's pretty pricey. The appetizers & primi are roughly $10-$17. Entres (secondi) are in the $25-$45 range. The food is artfully arranged on the china. Most of their dishes are meat-centered. The dishes have the usual olive oil, eggplant, and tomatoes one would expect of a Mediterranean restaurant. This restaurant compares to Bibas in ["Sacramento"] in terms of the quality of the food, but is slightly higher priced considering that the servings at Osteria Fasulo are much smaller than those at Bibas. + + They are located in ["Village Homes"], the only business to be so situated. They pick many of the vegetables from their own garden. The menu is posted outside, next to the door, so you can see what you're in for. If you want to impress a date, or if your other is paying, this is the place to go. Keep in mind that this place is for a sophisticated palate, so if you or your other thinks ["McDonald's"] is haute cuisine, someone is in for a disappointment. + + "Osteria Fasulo" means a restaurant run by the Fasulo family, like "Joe's Restaurant" in English. + + The same owners opened another restaurant, Il Posto ("The Place"), in downtown ["Sacramento"] in August 2005, but it closed sometime in 2006. + + Osteria Fasulo replaced ["departed businesses" Plumshire Inn]. + + = Special Menus= + + + ==New Year Eve== + OSTERIA FASULO WILL BE OPEN ON NEW YEAR EVE + STARTING AT 5:00PM + LAST SEATING AT 10:00PM + NEW YEARS EVE menu 2008 + 4 COURSE FOR $ 75.00 PER PERSON + (choices of appetizers/salad or soup/, cotechino/ ,main course and dessert) + 5 COURSES FOR $85.00 PER PERSON + + CRESPELLE ALLA CAPRESE + Crepes layered with mozzarella, roasted tomatoes,basil + Or + POLENTA AL GRANCHIO + Polenta served with crab meat + Or + INSALATA DI CAPODANNO + Beet salad with fried goat cheese + Or + TORTELLINI IN BRODO + Homemade tortellini in chicken broth + ----------------------------------------------------------------- + LASAGNA ALLA PESCATORA + Black and yellow lasagna layered with fresh seafood in a creamy bechamel + Or + RAVIOLI STUFFED WITH AMARETTI,PUMPKING AND PARMESAN CHEESE + Served with a light fennel sauce + ----------------------------------------------------------------- + COTECHINO CON LENTICCHIE + Italian cooked salami with lentils(good luck tradition) + ----------------------------------------------------------------- + TONNO RIPIENO + ahi tuna stuffed with an au touchon foie gras + Or + COTOLETTA DI CERVO + Venison chop with blueberries sauce + Or + AGNELLO AL GORGONZOLA + Rack of lamb stuffed with gorgonzola cheese + ------------------------------------------------------------------ + CHOCOLAT CRÈME BRULEE + Or + RASPBERRIES CHEESE CAKE WITH ZABAYON CREAM + + 7/75% TAXES AND 18% GRATUITY ADD TO PARTY OF 6 OR MORE + menus items subject to change + + + + + = Media = + + ==Make It: Roasted Tomato Soup== + From December 2008 + + This recipe, provided by Adam Walsworth, executive chef at Osteria Fasulo in Davis, took first prize at the 2008 Souper Bowl, a soup cook-off sponsored by the Davis Food Co-op. + 3 pounds Roma tomatoes, cut in quarters + 1/4 cup olive oil + 1/4 cup sugar + 3 tablespoons salt + 3 tablespoons butter + 1 yellow onion, coarsely chopped + 6 cloves garlic, minced + 3 tablespoons flour + 1 quart vegetable stock or broth + 2 bunches fresh basil, chopped + 1 cup heavy cream + Salt and pepper + Preheat oven to 275 degrees. Place tomatoes in a large bowl and toss with olive oil, sugar and salt. Spread out on a large baking sheet and roast in oven for 1 hour. Chop coarsely and set aside. + Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onions are soft, about 6 minutes. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Add stock or broth and roasted tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Add cream and cook for 5 more minutes. (For a smoother soup, add an additional 1/4 cup of stock and purée in a food processor.) Remove from heat and add chopped basil. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serves 4. + + + + ==Cozy Restaurants, Comforting Food== + By Kira O'Donnell \| From October 2008 + + As the long, hot days of summer give way to crisp autumn, thoughts turn toward comfort food. It’s time to move from summer’s light, refreshing dishes to more substantial, nourishing meals that will keep you warm through the winter. Here are some of the region’s coziest restaurants, experts at dishing out food that will make you feel all toasty inside—even when it’s cold outside.Osteria Fasulo + Davis’ Osteria Fasulo is one of the most romantic restaurants in the region. Situated on the edge of a fecund community vegetable garden, it has a stunning outdoor courtyard bordered by trellised grapevines and punctuated by leafy trees strung with tiny lights. Indoors, the charming dining room features scarlet walls hung with striking artwork painted by owner Leonardo Fasulo and old black-and-white photographs of the Fasulo family. The menu is Italian, and you can’t go wrong with pasta, especially the handmade raviolis, with their silky exteriors and flavorful stuffings. It’s clear Leonardo Fasulo loves seafood, which pops up in his rich lasagna di mare (housemade pasta layered with seafood and béchamel sauce) and his hearty cioppino. The pesce del giorno (fish of the day) is also a good bet. On a recent visit, I tried the pan-roasted sea bass served on fabulous white beans. The restaurant also offers a nice selection of Italian wines. Guys, if you’re going to propose, this is the place to do it. + 2657 Portage Bay East, Davis; (530) 758-1324; osteriafasulo.com + + * [http://www.sacmag.com/media/sacramentomagazine/october-2005/osteria-fasulo Sacramento Magazine] + * [http://www.cbs13.com/gooddayrecipes/local_story_178163933.html] + * [http://www.californiatomatoes.org/recipes_chef.html California Tomatos] + + OSTERIA FASULO WON THE SOUPER BOWL WITH OUR FANTASTIC ROASTED TOMATOES SOUP + + + == + 20 Sacramento Restaurants Featured In 2009 Zagat Survey + Local leaders and restaurants to celebrate the City’s first Zagat rankings + + Sacramento, CA (November 4, 2008)—For the first time ever, Sacramento’s dining + scene received recognition from the internationally recognized Zagat Survey. + Sacramento’s top 20 restaurants, ranked by local consumers, are featured in Zagat’s + 2009 America’s Top Restaurants Survey. + + The Downtown Sacramento Partnership (DSP), Sacramento Convention & Visitors + Bureau (SCVB), Sactown Magazine and California Restaurant Association (CRA) will + honor the top 20 restaurants at a reception at The Firehouse Restaurant on + November 6 at 3 pm. + + The restaurants that appear in the 2009 survey include Biba Restaurant, Bidwell + Street Bistro, Boulevard Bistro, Ella Dining Room & Bar, The Firehouse Restaurant, + Frank Fat's, Hawks, The Ktichen, Kru, La Bonne Soupe Café. Lemon Grass + Restaurant, Mason's, Mikuni Sushi, Mulvaney's Building & Loan, Osteria Fasulo, + Paragary's Bar & Oven, Tower Café, Tuli Bistro, Waterboy Restaurant, and Zocalo + + Local officials expect the inclusion of Sacramento to be boost for local tourism. "One + of the key marketing messages that we use to sell Sacramento to the rest of the + world is the great quality and diversity of our restaurant scene," said Steve + Hammond, president & CEO of the Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau. "A + third-party endorsement from a well-respected source like Zagat presents a great + opportunity for this City and our organization will leverage that endorsement in our + sales materials on a year-round basis." + + Until recently, Sacramento was off Zagat’s radar despite the region’s diversity and + growth. Getting the attention New-York based company was no easy task. Several + years ago, a coalition represented by the DSP, SCVB, Metro Chamber, The Firehouse + Restaurant and CRA approached Zagat to create a Sacramento guide to no avail. + Sactown Magazine successfully picked up the conversation with Zagat. The magazine + ran an article calling for action in their March/April 2009 issue, which ultimately lead + to the local survey in May. + + “We’ve finally received the recognition Sacramento deserves thanks to the collective + efforts of Sactown Magazine, the CVB and local restaurants,” said Michael Ault, DSP + executive director. “Inclusion in the America’s Top Restaurant Survey is an + accomplishment that our city should be proud of and we’re looking forward to the + release of the Sacramento Pocket Guide in January.” + + About Zagat + Known as the wildly popular “burgundy bible,” Zagat Survey is the world’s most + trusted source for information about where to eat, drink, stay and play around the + globe, and as such has become a symbol of quality. Unlike other guides that rely + upon the opinions of a few critics, Zagat Survey content is based on the collective + opinions of more than 300,000 savvy surveyors worldwide. The guides are built on + the belief that consumers are best served when they have access to a variety of + information resources from other avid consumers. The survey results are compiled + into comprehensive, fun-to-read guidebooks that help consumers make quick, + informed decisions. + + The Downtown Sacramento Partnership’s mission is to establish downtown + Sacramento as the vibrant business, cultural and entertainment destination in + the Sacramento region through effective private-public collaboration to benefit + residents, visitors and investors. + + + =["KCRA"] Nomination= + OSTERIA FASULO WAS NOMINATED AGAIN BY KCRA CHANNEL 3 AS BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT YOU CAN VOTE FOR US AT: + http://kcra.cityvoter.com/contests/2008-kcra-3-alist-contest/861/great-meals/italian + + + = Menu = + ==Gli antipasti -- appetizers== + + \|\|<tablewidth="100%" width="20%"> Lo Stuzzichino\|\|<75%> Marinated Olives & Roasted Almonds\|\|<5%> 7\|\| + \|\| Le Cozze & vongole\|\| Fresh Manila & P.E.I Mussels steamed in white wine, garlic and Italian Parsley\|\| 13\|\| + \|\| Il Carpaccio\|\| Thinly sliced Harris Ranch filet stuffed wtih Maine lobster served with a refreshing extravirgin olive oil and lemon dressing\|\| 17\|\| + \|\| L’Antipasto\|\| Selection of Artisan “Fra Mani “ salami , Imported Cold Cuts & Cheeses plate to be enjoyed by two\|\| 25\|\| + + + ==Le Insalate -- salads== + + \|\|<tablewidth="100%" width="20%"> L’Insalata della Casa\|\|<75%> House mixed greens served in a parmesan cheese basket, homemade vinaigrette\|\|<5%> 8\|\| + \|\| L’Insalata Caprese\|\| heirloom selections served with fresh imported mozzarella ,fresh basil\|\| 15\|\| + \|\| L’Insalata d’Asparagi\|\| Asparagus served with hardboiled eggs and Aioli dressing\|\| 13\|\| + \|\| La Zuppa del Giorno\|\| Chef’s soup of the day\|\| A.Q\|\| + \|\| Il Risotto\|\| Daily recipe Arborio rice\|\| A.Q\|\| + \|\| I Gnocchi del Giorno\|\| Daily selection of our homemade potato dumplings, house signature dish\|\| A.Q\|\| + \|\| La Pasta Dura\|\| Barilla spaghetti alla checca,tomatoes,garlic , red flake peppers, olive oil\|\| 15\|\| + \|\| La Pasta Fresca\|\| Homemade taglierini served in a light cream sauce ,smoked salmon and chives\|\| 18\|\| + + + ==I Secondi -- Main Course== + + \|\|<tablewidth="100%" width="20%"> Il Pesce del Giorno\|\|<75%> Fish of the Day\|\|<5%> A.Q\|\| + \|\| I Gamberoni\|\| Shrimps sauteed in a spicy tomatoes sauce\|\| 26\|\| + \|\| Il Coniglio\|\| Farm raised rabbit (preparation changes daily)\|\| 27\|\| + \|\| L’Agnello\|\| Grilled lamb chops served with a refreshing ratatouille\|\| 28\|\| + \|\| Il Manzo\|\| Neiman Ranch filet mignon served in a light Gorgonzola sauce\|\| 35\|\| + \|\| Il Vitello\|\| Pan seared veal chop top with foie gras and black truffles ragout, served in a bed of fresh arugula(Osteria Fasulo Signature Sinful Dish)\|\| 48\|\| + + + + + Chef di Cucina: Adam Walsworth + + = Photos = + + [[Image(seafoodsalad.JPG, thumbnail, 250, "L’Insalata di Mare")]] + + [[Image(swordfish carpaccio.JPG, thumbnail, 250, "Swordfish Carpaccio")]] + + [[Image(IMG_3187.JPG, thumbnail, 250, "Il Vitello")]] + + [[Image(lobster carpaccio.JPG, thumbnail, 250, "Lobster & Beef Carpaccio")]] + + [[Image(cioppino.JPG, thumbnail, 250, "Cioppino della Casa")]] + + + + [[Comments]] + + 3/5/2006. I was there Fri 3/3/2006 and thought the food was excellent and the service just as good. A nice intimate evening with good wine and food. The best part was the chocolate creme brulee topped with caramelized bananas. It is pricey and the portions are small, but the food is rich. Larger portions would give most people a stomach ache afterwards. Each meal comes with a complimentary glass of prosecca (Italian champagne) and fresh bread and salsa verde (olive oil mixed with roasted garlic and parsley). We each had a glass of wine, two starters, main course and dessert. Bill came out to just under $100 including tip. Everything tasted extremely fresh and good. You must go if you like Italian food and have someone special to take. + ------ + I have been to Osteria Fasulo, and I am a student. It is pricey, but REALLY good. I'm not all into Italian either, but everything there is good; the bread is awesome, the soup, the sandwiched for lunch are also super good, and dinner too. I recommend it to anyone, I can't believe no one has heard of it, but it is really tucked away. Perfect for a special night especially with someone you care about. Their outdoor patio is very nice. Oh and if you like wine, go! -Taryn + ------ + I know there used to be one out there called ["Plumshire Inn"]. I've been told that it closed about a year or so ago. Apparently it belonged to an old couple who had some hand in developing that area, and that the restaurant was the only business in that particular area. It was their thing, and when they decided to retire, the restaurant closed. From what I had heard, it was a tad expensive, but it was supposed to be, far and away, the best restaurant in Davis (I heard this from my old neighbors, who had eaten there, and were food connoisseurs). As far as I know, a new one did not open in its place, but I could be wrong about that. -["Users/EricKlein"] + + * The Plumshire Inn was a very pleasant restaurant of the "California Cuisine" variety. Osteria Fasulo is a worthy replacement if you like upscale Italian cooking. Plumshire Inn was owned by Mike Corbett, the developer of ["Village Homes"]. Corbett is not that old, and not retired; he built the rather attractive duplex at the corner of 7th and B, and is a principle in the proposed Covell Village development Northwest of the corner of Covell and Pole Line Road.-["Users/MarcusSitz"] + + * http://www.wguides.com/city/281/84_227200.cfm discusses ["Plumshire Inn"]. The phone number works (I called them), but they're closed today, so I guess they still exist. They seem to have a new name though, which I couldn't understand from their recorded message, so someone will have to visit or call back during business hours. And I think I'm game for a bike ride over there to photograph them and confirm their existance. -- ["Users/KenBloom"] + + * I did a little research, and it seems that the ["Plumshire Inn"] is indeed gone, but has been replaced by ["Osteria Fasulo"] (see their [http://www.osteriafasulo.com/ homepage]). See [http://www.sacticket.com/dining/story/8116041p-9048175c.html this review] for details. The new restaurant is Italian, and quite upscale from what the review has to say. It sounds like it is priced out of the reach of most students (and almost all grad students), but probably has good food. I wish now that I had gone to the old Plumshire Inn while it was still here. Although I like Italian food, Italian restaurants always seem to charge too much for what you get (I'm talking about quality, not quantity. Although, in this case, quantity seems to be an issue as well). -["Users/EricKlein"] + + * I just took a bike ride, and confirmed this. I have also ruled out the existance of a restaurant any farther west on Russell. (Businesses on Lake Blvd. not withstanding). -- ["Users/KenBloom"] + ------ + I would agree that Osteria Fasulo is delicious, and tucked away and expensive. But I would not call it overpriced. You are paying for the artful presentation of the food, the cozy dining room, the service, and the overall experience of eating delicious food at a civilized place, hopefully with excellent conversation to round out the evening. I have only been there once, but it was one of my favorite meals in Davis.-- ["Users/JuliaSilvis"] + ------ + The Plumshire Inn was a vegetarian resturant with local, organic produce and decent prices. Half of the residents of the ["Village Homes"] really enjoyed it, most likely the ["Hippies"]. The other half, presumably ["Yuppies"], love the new, high-class and meat-centric Osteria. This is exemplary of the social dynamic (or divide) within the village. Personally, I would prefer the former but I do appreciate the fact that Osteria sources much produce locally (even some from a friend's new farm). However, I went for a coffee once with a friend and it cost me seven bucks! Needless to say, don't expect to see me there having coffee... -- ["Users/MikeSiminitus"] + + * The Plumshire Inn was most definitely not a vegetarian restaurant; depending on the menu we usually had 1-2 vegetarian dishes available. Prices were "decent" in the $15-$20 way. Although I spent nearly all my time there in the kitchen, I'd say most of our clientele were university faculty and other professional types, certainly not the hippy crowd. -- ["Users/SeanOMara"] + ------ + ''2006-04-16 11:55:55'' [[nbsp]] 4/15/06: The food is excellent and the wine list is extensive, although pricey. This is definitely one of the best restaurants in Davis. Although it is expensive, the food, service, and atmosphere are all worth it. --["Users/AcMach"] + ------ + ''2006-07-28 20:41:43'' [[nbsp]] I went here with the idea of having an expensive date. The food was mediocre and would have been decent at somewhere less expensive but it was definitely not worth the price I paid. I was shocked considering the glowing reviews this place has received on this page. Did y'all order the full course meal? Are there better places in Sac or back in the Bay that you'd suggest splurging on? --["Users/LiRic"] + ------ + ''2006-08-21 00:07:29'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I went for our anniversary and were very disappointed. Although the setting is charming, the food is unoriginal. We were among the first guests of the evening, but they were already "out of" the chef's special appetizer, the fish of the day, and one dessert. What this means is that they just didn't bother to prepare them. I mean, I could have run down to Safeway, bought some fish, and cooked it as "fish of the day." Plus, they had no red wines by the glass. The food they did serve was acceptable, but unexceptional, and -- really -- nothing I couldn't have made at home. --["Users/DanLawyer"] + ------ + ''2006-12-11 22:01:44'' [[nbsp]] Fresh delectable food. Good service that does not pester or rush you. Interesting and seasonal menu that changes frequently so you can always try new things. Solid and expansive wine list. After frequent visits, I have never been disappointed and plan to attend frequently. --["Users/EsTs"] + ------ + ''2007-01-02 16:54:53'' [[nbsp]] My husband and I ate at Osteria Fasulo for the first and last time in early December to celebrate our anniversary. For $162 (including $20 tip) this is what we got: House Salad (in parmesan cheese basket) – (can’t remember the price – 10-12) very good. Radicchio Trevigiano con Pancetta (12) - ok. Cioppino della Casa (24) – very good but arrived luke warm. Roast Lamb Shank (28) – ok – also luke warm. Chocolate Creme Brulee (7) – excellent value and very good. Bottle of Wine – price unknown. One Bottle of water. After they were out of the 2nd bottle of wine we requested, the owner selected a bottle for us. We didn’t really appreciate having a bottle selected for us without our asking and had no idea what it coat. It was nothing to write home about…a disappointment for an anniversary celebration. Bottomline… the meal had its highs and lows but certainly not worth the price. We won’t be back. --["DavisWheeler"] + ------ + ''2007-04-01 12:04:10'' [[nbsp]] if your meal was 142 and you tipped 20 at a nice restaraunt you probablly deserved a bad meal. --["Users/CrazyeyeKillah"] + ------ + ''2007-04-24 18:53:35'' [[nbsp]] i guess....you were about 1 dollar off. 15% of 142 is around 163 :( next time tip 163 + as for Crazyeyekillah's comments, it seems like he wants you to tip more than 163...but i mean, if your steak/shank is LUKEWARM, HELL NO you are not tipping more than 15 %... --["Users/JamesLi"] + * The standard practice is not to tip on tax (unless you want to tip based on the IRS's service). Hence daviswheeler tipped 15.1056 %. Furthermore, you should not determine a tip based on how fancy the restaurant is. The quality of the service and the bill usually increase the tip for such restaurants anyway. If the service is poor quality the waiter certainly deserves no more than 15%, which was given. (usually cold food means it was sitting in the window too long, which is the fault of the waiter.) -["Users/MattHh"] + ------ + ''2007-05-18 21:26:00'' [[nbsp]] I was very disappointed in Osteria Fasulo. Our salad was drenched in mayonnaise and capers; we could see the vegetables, but we couldn't taste them. The papardelle with saffron cream sauce sounded great, but it was actually almost inedible - not fresh, somehow both bland and overflavored. The gnocchi was the only thing that was decent, and it was nothing special. Maybe we just got unlucky and picked the worst things on the menu, but I would be ashamed to serve that salad to anyone. The staff were nice, but spotty - they brought us two glasses of wine when we had ordered one, the waitress offered us dessert while we were still waiting for our appetizers, and the restaurant called and left a message asking us whether we were going to show up for our reservation WHILE we were sitting there eating dinner. We were also one of 3 parties there, so they can't have been too busy. --["Users/wobbly"] + ------ + ''2007-05-21 23:40:07'' [[nbsp]] I went to osteria fasulo for the first time today. I was impressed with the atmosphere, the wine list, and most of all the service. My wife and i were there for an anniversary. After 47 years of marriage i guess it was time that i treated my wife to a nice meal. Our waiter suggested to us that we eat our meals in courses and family style. We were confused by the menu, but he put us right at ease. He asked if we wanted some suggestions...well we did. We let him order our entire meal along with the wine. His suggestions were wonderful. Even though there were large parties that night he made us feel like we were the most important people in the building. We would recommend OS to any one in visiting davis. It was a wonderful experience. --["Users/stewy10"] + ---- + Restaurant... In village homes... I have never heard of this place I must check it out... --["Users/StevenDaubert"] + ------ + ''2007-08-02 09:55:01'' [[nbsp]] Dear Leonardo Fasulo -- I see from the picture that you have a lovely outdoor patio. Do you allow people to bring their well-behaved dogs with them and eat out on the patio? --["Users/CovertProfessor"] + + Of course and some of our guests come here because of it , I was thinking of having a dogs night out .Leonardo Fasulo + + That's great! We'll be coming by soon. And thanks for the reply, here and on my page. I really appreciate business owners who get involved with the wiki and take the time to answer questions. --["Users/CovertProfessor"] + ------ + ''2007-09-28 03:01:55'' [[nbsp]] Great Food, excellent service :) + Thank you for everything + It was the best time of my life + Love You --["Users/Sabira"] + ------ + ''2007-10-03 11:43:47'' [[nbsp]] I had lunch food was average to me and over priced, just my opinion maybe i am not in the right income bracket to eat here ....This place is nice and cozy i just was not impressed with prices and food otherwise cool place --["Users/Brians"] + ------ + ''2007-11-06 20:20:47'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I have eaten here twice, and enjoyed it thoroughly. The meals are presented professionally, the service is cordial, prompt, and also fits in perfectly with the relaxed atmosphere (the staff are friendly, never stuffy). As for prices, we don't mind paying up when we know we're getting such a quality dining experience. Osteria Fasulo is a perfect complement to Davis. --["Users/ArthurFrane"] + ------ + ''2007-11-16 00:11:42'' [[nbsp]] Just a comment for one of the above comments concerning dogs at restaurants. As a veterinary technician there is nothing I love more then big, cuddly, well behaved dogs... BUT I don't think it is professional to allow animals in the vicinity of where food is being served to patrons. It is unhygenic (even outside where the probability of urinating or passings odors will increase for pets - anyone who has eaten on the patio at Fuzios during warmer months should know what I mean), not to mention the fact that it is discourteous to other diners who may have pet allergies. This isn't just a post for restaurant owners, but for pet owners as well. Thank you. --["Users/christacooper"] + * Since it was my question about allowing dogs, I will respond. I would not consider a dog who urinated in an eating area to be a "well-behaved dog." My dog never urinates near an eating place. I would hope that dog owners would be sensible enough to bring only well-behaved dogs with them, just I would hope that only well behaved adults and children go to restaurants; unfortunately, that is not always the case, but by and large, most people are respectful of others. As for "passing odors" I believe that I am not out on a limb when I say that the homo sapiens in attendance are doing this with a similar frequency to that of the dogs. Finally, as an allergy sufferer myself -- I am very allergic to cats, although I love them dearly, and I'm also allergic to a wide variety of grasses and molds, which I am less fond of -- I am quite sympathetic to other allergy sufferers. But I sincerely doubt that a dog ''in the outdoors'' will have much of an effect -- especially a dog of the non-shedding variety. I am always amused when I go over a friend's house and they put the cat away in another room; it's a nice thought, but frankly, the amount of hair on the cat is miniscule compared to the fur that is all over the house. Similarly, the amount of fur that a dog sitting next to his/her owner will produce and send to nearby patrons is going to be quite small and diffused -- not significantly worse, than, say, the amount of fur produced by nearby squirrels, etc., since the seating area is outdoors and animals cannot be prevented from entering. I also imagine that if someone were ''extremely'' allergic (and I think you'd have to be), that a polite request to move would do the trick (depending on who was there first). --["Users/CovertProfessor"] + ------ + ''2007-12-18 14:31:01'' [[nbsp]] My girlfriend and I were lucky enough to get a gift certificate for a full dinner here. When we went initially it was not honored, and we were so upset that we decided to leave. When we got in touch with the person who gave us the gift certificate, she contacted the owner and explained the situation. We were told next time everything should be fine, so we gave the restaurant another chance. I'm so glad that we did. I have to say, the service was great, and I think it may have been the single best meal I've ever had. Every bite left me speechless. The owner came out to talk to us about the mix up and apologized. It turned out to be a great evening and I definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who is looking for a fantastic meal. --["Users/GabeDavis"] + ------ + ''2008-02-05 01:23:44'' [[nbsp]] A place that sells "foie gras" in Davis? And they haven't yet been picketed by P.E.T.A? Huh... Well if I ever get a date (like that's gonna happen anytime soon! HAH!!!), this'll be the place I'd pick. Better start saving now, I suppose. --["Users/thelonepiper555"] + ------ + ''2008-02-05 09:41:04'' [[nbsp]] Osteria Fasulo is one of our standards for recruitment dinners. It is one of the best places to eat in Davis and you shouldn't trust any disrespectful reviews. But don't come here expecting to save either time or money. If your standard is a one-hour dinner for $25, then your expectations will put you in the mood to find fault with everything. + + The last time that I was here, I had lobster ravioli and the chocolate creme brulee dessert. The ravioli was an A and the creme brulee was an A+. Is it worth it? Sometimes it is. The one big problem is that sometimes the dinner is too slow, even for the patient. If they could reduce the wait on busy nights, then the food would in my view justify the high prices. + --["Users/GregKuperberg"] + ------ + ''2008-03-08 22:40:46'' [[nbsp]] I went to Osteria Fasulo tonight for the first time. We were promptly seated (with reservations) and served a complimentary 1oz glass of prosecco. I ordered the carpaccio and the tenderloin (rare). My guests ordered the gnocchi. We shared a bottle of prosecco. Our final bill with tip was $156. Most of the food was great. The portions were much too small for my friend and I (we are weightlifters). The carpaccio had a very high moisture content. Carpaccio needs to be prepared from beef that has been aged (where the moisture content is decreased by evaporation/sublimation). This meat was not aged (unaged beef is pink, not deep red) and therefore the carpaccio was flavorless. The sauce with the carpaccio was also very flavorless. The carpaccio was not stuffed with lobster, I guess they changed the menu or something. The filet was served with two potato wedges and green beans. The green beans were excellent. I didn't get a chance to try the potatoes; my girlfriend snatched them away from me. The filet was not rare, it was medium/medium rare. I also noticed that the filet was not served as a steak, it was served in pieces. The gnocchi looked good, but there were only about 10 pieces in the dish. My guest was served a free dessert item for his birthday, and my girlfriend and I ordered a cannoli which was terrific. I won't be eating at this restaurant again, but not because the food and service weren't excellent, but because my appetite is far too robust for these portions. The bottom line? A lot of the food was great, but the carpaccio was completely unacceptable. --["Users/JackRoehrig"] + ------ + ''2008-03-17 10:58:22'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I have eaten here a number of times for dinner over the years its been open. It is always quite a treat. Recently we went for a quick lunch and found that to be an excellent experience as well. If you want excellent food, and a good atmosphere, give them a try. Lunch time is great, as their menu is still quite good, but much easier on the wallet. --["Users/Aaron.Curtin"] + ------ + ''2008-05-06 09:11:25'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I have been here numerous times over the past four or five years and while we usually spend more than we expected, we always leave feeling that it was worth it. We ate dinner here last Saturday night and though no one thing was perfect, the combination of the lovely seating out on the patio, the great food, the friendly staff, and the owner's attentiveness made it a perfect evening. Well worth the expense for us. --["Users/kieransdad"] + ------ + ''2008-06-06 08:52:40'' [[nbsp]] This is a special dining experience that I always enjoy. The food is always wonderful. I recently went with a group of friends for dinner. I had the raviolois (yum) and the L’Insalata di Mare (extra yum). But, what makes this special is the atmosphere and the staff. We have always had great service and Leanardo always comes by to chat and enhance the experience. --["Users/LokiAbbi"] + ------ + ''2008-09-13 17:44:06'' [[nbsp]] My review of this restaurant is long overdue, and so I cannot give specifics. Here's the impression that lingers: a relaxed meal on a lovely patio with our dog curled at our feet, slowly working our way through several courses of delectable food, followed by a stroll on the greenbelt. Definitely a place to go for a special occasion or even just a special treat. --["Users/CovertProfessor"] + ------ + ''2008-10-26 15:23:18'' [[nbsp]] I came here with a friend and my Godfather, who (thankfully) paid for the dinner. We ordered pasta and soup to start and each of us had entrees after. I ordered the salmon, my Godfather the filet mignon, and my friend the lobster/spinach/cheese ravioli. It was really windy, so we decided to eat inside. + + It's expensive, especially on a college budget. For a special occassion or a treat, it's a pretty good choice. Their gnocchi is prepared differently than what you normally see (almost baked looking?), but the sauce is deliciously cheesy and the browning adds a satisfying crunch. The salmon was cooked perfectly, with a nice delicate sauce and tasty asparagus to go with it. The ravioli had a great, also cheesy taste, but didn't taste very much of lobster. My godfather especially requested that the filet mignon be cooked cut in half, and it came out delicious. The corn chowder soup was watery and not very tasty. + + The service was great here. We wanted a larger amount of gnocchi to start than they offer in a regular order, but we didn't want to order double. They were willing to negociate "an order and a half" with us, but really they gave us about double the amount anyways. Also, when the waitor saw that we didn't like our soup, he offered to replace it with something else, on the house. Very professional. --["Users/BrandonWong"] + ------ + ''2008-12-30 11:56:17'' [[nbsp]] It's funny, my impression is that this is a fairly classy joint, but the wiki page is one of the more convoluted and 'spammy' ones here. --["Users/JoePomidor"]

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Click "Help with Editing" in the lower right hand corner of the edit screen for assistance... or just upload the images and the wiki community can help format them for the page. - - - - - [[Image(Osteria_Fasulo_Patio.JPG, right, thumbnail, 400)]] - - \|\|<bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''Location'''\|\| - \|\|[[Address(2657 ["Portage Bay"])]] East (In ["West Davis"], in ["Village Homes"])\|\| - \|\|<bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''Hours'''\|\| - \|\|Dinner, 5:30-9 p.m. Monday through Saturday\|\| - \|\|Lunch, 11:30-1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday\|\| - \|\|<bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''Phone'''\|\| - \|\|(530)758-1324\|\| - \|\|[http://www.osteriafasulo.com/]\|\| - \|\|<bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''["/Menu" Menu]'''\|\| - - - ===== - - [[TableofContents(right)]] - - - ## Leonardo: You probably want to leave the "== ==" above, as it makes sure the page looks right on different screen sizes. - - - '''Osteria Fasulo''' is an ["Upscale restaurants" upscale Italian restaurant] that certainly has delicious food. It's pretty pricey. The appetizers & primi are roughly $10-$17. Entres (secondi) are in the $25-$45 range. The food is artfully arranged on the china. Most of their dishes are meat-centered. The dishes have the usual olive oil, eggplant, and tomatoes one would expect of a Mediterranean restaurant. This restaurant compares to Bibas in ["Sacramento"] in terms of the quality of the food, but is slightly higher priced considering that the servings at Osteria Fasulo are much smaller than those at Bibas. - - They are located in ["Village Homes"], the only business to be so situated. They pick many of the vegetables from their own garden. The menu is posted outside, next to the door, so you can see what you're in for. If you want to impress a date, or if your other is paying, this is the place to go. Keep in mind that this place is for a sophisticated palate, so if you or your other thinks ["McDonald's"] is haute cuisine, someone is in for a disappointment. - - "Osteria Fasulo" means a restaurant run by the Fasulo family, like "Joe's Restaurant" in English. - - The same owners opened another restaurant, Il Posto ("The Place"), in downtown ["Sacramento"] in August 2005, but it closed sometime in 2006. - - Osteria Fasulo replaced ["departed businesses" Plumshire Inn]. - - = Special Menus= - - - ==New Year Eve== - OSTERIA FASULO WILL BE OPEN ON NEW YEAR EVE - STARTING AT 5:00PM - LAST SEATING AT 10:00PM - NEW YEARS EVE menu 2008 - 4 COURSE FOR $ 75.00 PER PERSON - (choices of appetizers/salad or soup/, cotechino/ ,main course and dessert) - 5 COURSES FOR $85.00 PER PERSON - - CRESPELLE ALLA CAPRESE - Crepes layered with mozzarella, roasted tomatoes,basil - Or - POLENTA AL GRANCHIO - Polenta served with crab meat - Or - INSALATA DI CAPODANNO - Beet salad with fried goat cheese - Or - TORTELLINI IN BRODO - Homemade tortellini in chicken broth - ----------------------------------------------------------------- - LASAGNA ALLA PESCATORA - Black and yellow lasagna layered with fresh seafood in a creamy bechamel - Or - RAVIOLI STUFFED WITH AMARETTI,PUMPKING AND PARMESAN CHEESE - Served with a light fennel sauce - ----------------------------------------------------------------- - COTECHINO CON LENTICCHIE - Italian cooked salami with lentils(good luck tradition) - ----------------------------------------------------------------- - TONNO RIPIENO - ahi tuna stuffed with an au touchon foie gras - Or - COTOLETTA DI CERVO - Venison chop with blueberries sauce - Or - AGNELLO AL GORGONZOLA - Rack of lamb stuffed with gorgonzola cheese - ------------------------------------------------------------------ - CHOCOLAT CRÈME BRULEE - Or - RASPBERRIES CHEESE CAKE WITH ZABAYON CREAM - - 7/75% TAXES AND 18% GRATUITY ADD TO PARTY OF 6 OR MORE - menus items subject to change - - - - - = Media = - - ==Make It: Roasted Tomato Soup== - From December 2008 - - This recipe, provided by Adam Walsworth, executive chef at Osteria Fasulo in Davis, took first prize at the 2008 Souper Bowl, a soup cook-off sponsored by the Davis Food Co-op. - 3 pounds Roma tomatoes, cut in quarters - 1/4 cup olive oil - 1/4 cup sugar - 3 tablespoons salt - 3 tablespoons butter - 1 yellow onion, coarsely chopped - 6 cloves garlic, minced - 3 tablespoons flour - 1 quart vegetable stock or broth - 2 bunches fresh basil, chopped - 1 cup heavy cream - Salt and pepper - Preheat oven to 275 degrees. Place tomatoes in a large bowl and toss with olive oil, sugar and salt. Spread out on a large baking sheet and roast in oven for 1 hour. Chop coarsely and set aside. - Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onions are soft, about 6 minutes. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Add stock or broth and roasted tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Add cream and cook for 5 more minutes. (For a smoother soup, add an additional 1/4 cup of stock and purée in a food processor.) Remove from heat and add chopped basil. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serves 4. - - - - ==Cozy Restaurants, Comforting Food== - By Kira O'Donnell \| From October 2008 - - As the long, hot days of summer give way to crisp autumn, thoughts turn toward comfort food. It’s time to move from summer’s light, refreshing dishes to more substantial, nourishing meals that will keep you warm through the winter. Here are some of the region’s coziest restaurants, experts at dishing out food that will make you feel all toasty inside—even when it’s cold outside.Osteria Fasulo - Davis’ Osteria Fasulo is one of the most romantic restaurants in the region. Situated on the edge of a fecund community vegetable garden, it has a stunning outdoor courtyard bordered by trellised grapevines and punctuated by leafy trees strung with tiny lights. Indoors, the charming dining room features scarlet walls hung with striking artwork painted by owner Leonardo Fasulo and old black-and-white photographs of the Fasulo family. The menu is Italian, and you can’t go wrong with pasta, especially the handmade raviolis, with their silky exteriors and flavorful stuffings. It’s clear Leonardo Fasulo loves seafood, which pops up in his rich lasagna di mare (housemade pasta layered with seafood and béchamel sauce) and his hearty cioppino. The pesce del giorno (fish of the day) is also a good bet. On a recent visit, I tried the pan-roasted sea bass served on fabulous white beans. The restaurant also offers a nice selection of Italian wines. Guys, if you’re going to propose, this is the place to do it. - 2657 Portage Bay East, Davis; (530) 758-1324; osteriafasulo.com - - * [http://www.sacmag.com/media/sacramentomagazine/october-2005/osteria-fasulo Sacramento Magazine] - * [http://www.cbs13.com/gooddayrecipes/local_story_178163933.html] - * [http://www.californiatomatoes.org/recipes_chef.html California Tomatos] - - OSTERIA FASULO WON THE SOUPER BOWL WITH OUR FANTASTIC ROASTED TOMATOES SOUP - - - == - 20 Sacramento Restaurants Featured In 2009 Zagat Survey - Local leaders and restaurants to celebrate the City’s first Zagat rankings - - Sacramento, CA (November 4, 2008)—For the first time ever, Sacramento’s dining - scene received recognition from the internationally recognized Zagat Survey. - Sacramento’s top 20 restaurants, ranked by local consumers, are featured in Zagat’s - 2009 America’s Top Restaurants Survey. - - The Downtown Sacramento Partnership (DSP), Sacramento Convention & Visitors - Bureau (SCVB), Sactown Magazine and California Restaurant Association (CRA) will - honor the top 20 restaurants at a reception at The Firehouse Restaurant on - November 6 at 3 pm. - - The restaurants that appear in the 2009 survey include Biba Restaurant, Bidwell - Street Bistro, Boulevard Bistro, Ella Dining Room & Bar, The Firehouse Restaurant, - Frank Fat's, Hawks, The Ktichen, Kru, La Bonne Soupe Café. Lemon Grass - Restaurant, Mason's, Mikuni Sushi, Mulvaney's Building & Loan, Osteria Fasulo, - Paragary's Bar & Oven, Tower Café, Tuli Bistro, Waterboy Restaurant, and Zocalo - - Local officials expect the inclusion of Sacramento to be boost for local tourism. "One - of the key marketing messages that we use to sell Sacramento to the rest of the - world is the great quality and diversity of our restaurant scene," said Steve - Hammond, president & CEO of the Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau. "A - third-party endorsement from a well-respected source like Zagat presents a great - opportunity for this City and our organization will leverage that endorsement in our - sales materials on a year-round basis." - - Until recently, Sacramento was off Zagat’s radar despite the region’s diversity and - growth. Getting the attention New-York based company was no easy task. Several - years ago, a coalition represented by the DSP, SCVB, Metro Chamber, The Firehouse - Restaurant and CRA approached Zagat to create a Sacramento guide to no avail. - Sactown Magazine successfully picked up the conversation with Zagat. The magazine - ran an article calling for action in their March/April 2009 issue, which ultimately lead - to the local survey in May. - - “We’ve finally received the recognition Sacramento deserves thanks to the collective - efforts of Sactown Magazine, the CVB and local restaurants,” said Michael Ault, DSP - executive director. “Inclusion in the America’s Top Restaurant Survey is an - accomplishment that our city should be proud of and we’re looking forward to the - release of the Sacramento Pocket Guide in January.” - - About Zagat - Known as the wildly popular “burgundy bible,” Zagat Survey is the world’s most - trusted source for information about where to eat, drink, stay and play around the - globe, and as such has become a symbol of quality. Unlike other guides that rely - upon the opinions of a few critics, Zagat Survey content is based on the collective - opinions of more than 300,000 savvy surveyors worldwide. The guides are built on - the belief that consumers are best served when they have access to a variety of - information resources from other avid consumers. The survey results are compiled - into comprehensive, fun-to-read guidebooks that help consumers make quick, - informed decisions. - - The Downtown Sacramento Partnership’s mission is to establish downtown - Sacramento as the vibrant business, cultural and entertainment destination in - the Sacramento region through effective private-public collaboration to benefit - residents, visitors and investors. - - - =["KCRA"] Nomination= - OSTERIA FASULO WAS NOMINATED AGAIN BY KCRA CHANNEL 3 AS BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT YOU CAN VOTE FOR US AT: - http://kcra.cityvoter.com/contests/2008-kcra-3-alist-contest/861/great-meals/italian - - - = Menu = - ==Gli antipasti -- appetizers== - - \|\|<tablewidth="100%" width="20%"> Lo Stuzzichino\|\|<75%> Marinated Olives & Roasted Almonds\|\|<5%> 7\|\| - \|\| Le Cozze & vongole\|\| Fresh Manila & P.E.I Mussels steamed in white wine, garlic and Italian Parsley\|\| 13\|\| - \|\| Il Carpaccio\|\| Thinly sliced Harris Ranch filet stuffed wtih Maine lobster served with a refreshing extravirgin olive oil and lemon dressing\|\| 17\|\| - \|\| L’Antipasto\|\| Selection of Artisan “Fra Mani “ salami , Imported Cold Cuts & Cheeses plate to be enjoyed by two\|\| 25\|\| - - - ==Le Insalate -- salads== - - \|\|<tablewidth="100%" width="20%"> L’Insalata della Casa\|\|<75%> House mixed greens served in a parmesan cheese basket, homemade vinaigrette\|\|<5%> 8\|\| - \|\| L’Insalata Caprese\|\| heirloom selections served with fresh imported mozzarella ,fresh basil\|\| 15\|\| - \|\| L’Insalata d’Asparagi\|\| Asparagus served with hardboiled eggs and Aioli dressing\|\| 13\|\| - \|\| La Zuppa del Giorno\|\| Chef’s soup of the day\|\| A.Q\|\| - \|\| Il Risotto\|\| Daily recipe Arborio rice\|\| A.Q\|\| - \|\| I Gnocchi del Giorno\|\| Daily selection of our homemade potato dumplings, house signature dish\|\| A.Q\|\| - \|\| La Pasta Dura\|\| Barilla spaghetti alla checca,tomatoes,garlic , red flake peppers, olive oil\|\| 15\|\| - \|\| La Pasta Fresca\|\| Homemade taglierini served in a light cream sauce ,smoked salmon and chives\|\| 18\|\| - - - ==I Secondi -- Main Course== - - \|\|<tablewidth="100%" width="20%"> Il Pesce del Giorno\|\|<75%> Fish of the Day\|\|<5%> A.Q\|\| - \|\| I Gamberoni\|\| Shrimps sauteed in a spicy tomatoes sauce\|\| 26\|\| - \|\| Il Coniglio\|\| Farm raised rabbit (preparation changes daily)\|\| 27\|\| - \|\| L’Agnello\|\| Grilled lamb chops served with a refreshing ratatouille\|\| 28\|\| - \|\| Il Manzo\|\| Neiman Ranch filet mignon served in a light Gorgonzola sauce\|\| 35\|\| - \|\| Il Vitello\|\| Pan seared veal chop top with foie gras and black truffles ragout, served in a bed of fresh arugula(Osteria Fasulo Signature Sinful Dish)\|\| 48\|\| - - - - - Chef di Cucina: Adam Walsworth - - = Photos = - - [[Image(seafoodsalad.JPG, thumbnail, 250, "L’Insalata di Mare")]] - - [[Image(swordfish carpaccio.JPG, thumbnail, 250, "Swordfish Carpaccio")]] - - [[Image(IMG_3187.JPG, thumbnail, 250, "Il Vitello")]] - - [[Image(lobster carpaccio.JPG, thumbnail, 250, "Lobster & Beef Carpaccio")]] - - [[Image(cioppino.JPG, thumbnail, 250, "Cioppino della Casa")]] - - - - [[Comments]] - - 3/5/2006. I was there Fri 3/3/2006 and thought the food was excellent and the service just as good. A nice intimate evening with good wine and food. The best part was the chocolate creme brulee topped with caramelized bananas. It is pricey and the portions are small, but the food is rich. Larger portions would give most people a stomach ache afterwards. Each meal comes with a complimentary glass of prosecca (Italian champagne) and fresh bread and salsa verde (olive oil mixed with roasted garlic and parsley). We each had a glass of wine, two starters, main course and dessert. Bill came out to just under $100 including tip. Everything tasted extremely fresh and good. You must go if you like Italian food and have someone special to take. - ------ - I have been to Osteria Fasulo, and I am a student. It is pricey, but REALLY good. I'm not all into Italian either, but everything there is good; the bread is awesome, the soup, the sandwiched for lunch are also super good, and dinner too. I recommend it to anyone, I can't believe no one has heard of it, but it is really tucked away. Perfect for a special night especially with someone you care about. Their outdoor patio is very nice. Oh and if you like wine, go! -Taryn - ------ - I know there used to be one out there called ["Plumshire Inn"]. I've been told that it closed about a year or so ago. Apparently it belonged to an old couple who had some hand in developing that area, and that the restaurant was the only business in that particular area. It was their thing, and when they decided to retire, the restaurant closed. From what I had heard, it was a tad expensive, but it was supposed to be, far and away, the best restaurant in Davis (I heard this from my old neighbors, who had eaten there, and were food connoisseurs). As far as I know, a new one did not open in its place, but I could be wrong about that. -["Users/EricKlein"] - - * The Plumshire Inn was a very pleasant restaurant of the "California Cuisine" variety. Osteria Fasulo is a worthy replacement if you like upscale Italian cooking. Plumshire Inn was owned by Mike Corbett, the developer of ["Village Homes"]. Corbett is not that old, and not retired; he built the rather attractive duplex at the corner of 7th and B, and is a principle in the proposed Covell Village development Northwest of the corner of Covell and Pole Line Road.-["Users/MarcusSitz"] - - * http://www.wguides.com/city/281/84_227200.cfm discusses ["Plumshire Inn"]. The phone number works (I called them), but they're closed today, so I guess they still exist. They seem to have a new name though, which I couldn't understand from their recorded message, so someone will have to visit or call back during business hours. And I think I'm game for a bike ride over there to photograph them and confirm their existance. -- ["Users/KenBloom"] - - * I did a little research, and it seems that the ["Plumshire Inn"] is indeed gone, but has been replaced by ["Osteria Fasulo"] (see their [http://www.osteriafasulo.com/ homepage]). See [http://www.sacticket.com/dining/story/8116041p-9048175c.html this review] for details. The new restaurant is Italian, and quite upscale from what the review has to say. It sounds like it is priced out of the reach of most students (and almost all grad students), but probably has good food. I wish now that I had gone to the old Plumshire Inn while it was still here. Although I like Italian food, Italian restaurants always seem to charge too much for what you get (I'm talking about quality, not quantity. Although, in this case, quantity seems to be an issue as well). -["Users/EricKlein"] - - * I just took a bike ride, and confirmed this. I have also ruled out the existance of a restaurant any farther west on Russell. (Businesses on Lake Blvd. not withstanding). -- ["Users/KenBloom"] - ------ - I would agree that Osteria Fasulo is delicious, and tucked away and expensive. But I would not call it overpriced. You are paying for the artful presentation of the food, the cozy dining room, the service, and the overall experience of eating delicious food at a civilized place, hopefully with excellent conversation to round out the evening. I have only been there once, but it was one of my favorite meals in Davis.-- ["Users/JuliaSilvis"] - ------ - The Plumshire Inn was a vegetarian resturant with local, organic produce and decent prices. Half of the residents of the ["Village Homes"] really enjoyed it, most likely the ["Hippies"]. The other half, presumably ["Yuppies"], love the new, high-class and meat-centric Osteria. This is exemplary of the social dynamic (or divide) within the village. Personally, I would prefer the former but I do appreciate the fact that Osteria sources much produce locally (even some from a friend's new farm). However, I went for a coffee once with a friend and it cost me seven bucks! Needless to say, don't expect to see me there having coffee... -- ["Users/MikeSiminitus"] - - * The Plumshire Inn was most definitely not a vegetarian restaurant; depending on the menu we usually had 1-2 vegetarian dishes available. Prices were "decent" in the $15-$20 way. Although I spent nearly all my time there in the kitchen, I'd say most of our clientele were university faculty and other professional types, certainly not the hippy crowd. -- ["Users/SeanOMara"] - ------ - ''2006-04-16 11:55:55'' [[nbsp]] 4/15/06: The food is excellent and the wine list is extensive, although pricey. This is definitely one of the best restaurants in Davis. Although it is expensive, the food, service, and atmosphere are all worth it. --["Users/AcMach"] - ------ - ''2006-07-28 20:41:43'' [[nbsp]] I went here with the idea of having an expensive date. The food was mediocre and would have been decent at somewhere less expensive but it was definitely not worth the price I paid. I was shocked considering the glowing reviews this place has received on this page. Did y'all order the full course meal? Are there better places in Sac or back in the Bay that you'd suggest splurging on? --["Users/LiRic"] - ------ - ''2006-08-21 00:07:29'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I went for our anniversary and were very disappointed. Although the setting is charming, the food is unoriginal. We were among the first guests of the evening, but they were already "out of" the chef's special appetizer, the fish of the day, and one dessert. What this means is that they just didn't bother to prepare them. I mean, I could have run down to Safeway, bought some fish, and cooked it as "fish of the day." Plus, they had no red wines by the glass. The food they did serve was acceptable, but unexceptional, and -- really -- nothing I couldn't have made at home. --["Users/DanLawyer"] - ------ - ''2006-12-11 22:01:44'' [[nbsp]] Fresh delectable food. Good service that does not pester or rush you. Interesting and seasonal menu that changes frequently so you can always try new things. Solid and expansive wine list. After frequent visits, I have never been disappointed and plan to attend frequently. --["Users/EsTs"] - ------ - ''2007-01-02 16:54:53'' [[nbsp]] My husband and I ate at Osteria Fasulo for the first and last time in early December to celebrate our anniversary. For $162 (including $20 tip) this is what we got: House Salad (in parmesan cheese basket) – (can’t remember the price – 10-12) very good. Radicchio Trevigiano con Pancetta (12) - ok. Cioppino della Casa (24) – very good but arrived luke warm. Roast Lamb Shank (28) – ok – also luke warm. Chocolate Creme Brulee (7) – excellent value and very good. Bottle of Wine – price unknown. One Bottle of water. After they were out of the 2nd bottle of wine we requested, the owner selected a bottle for us. We didn’t really appreciate having a bottle selected for us without our asking and had no idea what it coat. It was nothing to write home about…a disappointment for an anniversary celebration. Bottomline… the meal had its highs and lows but certainly not worth the price. We won’t be back. --["DavisWheeler"] - ------ - ''2007-04-01 12:04:10'' [[nbsp]] if your meal was 142 and you tipped 20 at a nice restaraunt you probablly deserved a bad meal. --["Users/CrazyeyeKillah"] - ------ - ''2007-04-24 18:53:35'' [[nbsp]] i guess....you were about 1 dollar off. 15% of 142 is around 163 :( next time tip 163 - as for Crazyeyekillah's comments, it seems like he wants you to tip more than 163...but i mean, if your steak/shank is LUKEWARM, HELL NO you are not tipping more than 15 %... --["Users/JamesLi"] - * The standard practice is not to tip on tax (unless you want to tip based on the IRS's service). Hence daviswheeler tipped 15.1056 %. Furthermore, you should not determine a tip based on how fancy the restaurant is. The quality of the service and the bill usually increase the tip for such restaurants anyway. If the service is poor quality the waiter certainly deserves no more than 15%, which was given. (usually cold food means it was sitting in the window too long, which is the fault of the waiter.) -["Users/MattHh"] - ------ - ''2007-05-18 21:26:00'' [[nbsp]] I was very disappointed in Osteria Fasulo. Our salad was drenched in mayonnaise and capers; we could see the vegetables, but we couldn't taste them. The papardelle with saffron cream sauce sounded great, but it was actually almost inedible - not fresh, somehow both bland and overflavored. The gnocchi was the only thing that was decent, and it was nothing special. Maybe we just got unlucky and picked the worst things on the menu, but I would be ashamed to serve that salad to anyone. The staff were nice, but spotty - they brought us two glasses of wine when we had ordered one, the waitress offered us dessert while we were still waiting for our appetizers, and the restaurant called and left a message asking us whether we were going to show up for our reservation WHILE we were sitting there eating dinner. We were also one of 3 parties there, so they can't have been too busy. --["Users/wobbly"] - ------ - ''2007-05-21 23:40:07'' [[nbsp]] I went to osteria fasulo for the first time today. I was impressed with the atmosphere, the wine list, and most of all the service. My wife and i were there for an anniversary. After 47 years of marriage i guess it was time that i treated my wife to a nice meal. Our waiter suggested to us that we eat our meals in courses and family style. We were confused by the menu, but he put us right at ease. He asked if we wanted some suggestions...well we did. We let him order our entire meal along with the wine. His suggestions were wonderful. Even though there were large parties that night he made us feel like we were the most important people in the building. We would recommend OS to any one in visiting davis. It was a wonderful experience. --["Users/stewy10"] - ---- - Restaurant... In village homes... I have never heard of this place I must check it out... --["Users/StevenDaubert"] - ------ - ''2007-08-02 09:55:01'' [[nbsp]] Dear Leonardo Fasulo -- I see from the picture that you have a lovely outdoor patio. Do you allow people to bring their well-behaved dogs with them and eat out on the patio? --["Users/CovertProfessor"] - - Of course and some of our guests come here because of it , I was thinking of having a dogs night out .Leonardo Fasulo - - That's great! We'll be coming by soon. And thanks for the reply, here and on my page. I really appreciate business owners who get involved with the wiki and take the time to answer questions. --["Users/CovertProfessor"] - ------ - ''2007-09-28 03:01:55'' [[nbsp]] Great Food, excellent service :) - Thank you for everything - It was the best time of my life - Love You --["Users/Sabira"] - ------ - ''2007-10-03 11:43:47'' [[nbsp]] I had lunch food was average to me and over priced, just my opinion maybe i am not in the right income bracket to eat here ....This place is nice and cozy i just was not impressed with prices and food otherwise cool place --["Users/Brians"] - ------ - ''2007-11-06 20:20:47'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I have eaten here twice, and enjoyed it thoroughly. The meals are presented professionally, the service is cordial, prompt, and also fits in perfectly with the relaxed atmosphere (the staff are friendly, never stuffy). As for prices, we don't mind paying up when we know we're getting such a quality dining experience. Osteria Fasulo is a perfect complement to Davis. --["Users/ArthurFrane"] - ------ - ''2007-11-16 00:11:42'' [[nbsp]] Just a comment for one of the above comments concerning dogs at restaurants. As a veterinary technician there is nothing I love more then big, cuddly, well behaved dogs... BUT I don't think it is professional to allow animals in the vicinity of where food is being served to patrons. It is unhygenic (even outside where the probability of urinating or passings odors will increase for pets - anyone who has eaten on the patio at Fuzios during warmer months should know what I mean), not to mention the fact that it is discourteous to other diners who may have pet allergies. This isn't just a post for restaurant owners, but for pet owners as well. Thank you. --["Users/christacooper"] - * Since it was my question about allowing dogs, I will respond. I would not consider a dog who urinated in an eating area to be a "well-behaved dog." My dog never urinates near an eating place. I would hope that dog owners would be sensible enough to bring only well-behaved dogs with them, just I would hope that only well behaved adults and children go to restaurants; unfortunately, that is not always the case, but by and large, most people are respectful of others. As for "passing odors" I believe that I am not out on a limb when I say that the homo sapiens in attendance are doing this with a similar frequency to that of the dogs. Finally, as an allergy sufferer myself -- I am very allergic to cats, although I love them dearly, and I'm also allergic to a wide variety of grasses and molds, which I am less fond of -- I am quite sympathetic to other allergy sufferers. But I sincerely doubt that a dog ''in the outdoors'' will have much of an effect -- especially a dog of the non-shedding variety. I am always amused when I go over a friend's house and they put the cat away in another room; it's a nice thought, but frankly, the amount of hair on the cat is miniscule compared to the fur that is all over the house. Similarly, the amount of fur that a dog sitting next to his/her owner will produce and send to nearby patrons is going to be quite small and diffused -- not significantly worse, than, say, the amount of fur produced by nearby squirrels, etc., since the seating area is outdoors and animals cannot be prevented from entering. I also imagine that if someone were ''extremely'' allergic (and I think you'd have to be), that a polite request to move would do the trick (depending on who was there first). --["Users/CovertProfessor"] - ------ - ''2007-12-18 14:31:01'' [[nbsp]] My girlfriend and I were lucky enough to get a gift certificate for a full dinner here. When we went initially it was not honored, and we were so upset that we decided to leave. When we got in touch with the person who gave us the gift certificate, she contacted the owner and explained the situation. We were told next time everything should be fine, so we gave the restaurant another chance. I'm so glad that we did. I have to say, the service was great, and I think it may have been the single best meal I've ever had. Every bite left me speechless. The owner came out to talk to us about the mix up and apologized. It turned out to be a great evening and I definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who is looking for a fantastic meal. --["Users/GabeDavis"] - ------ - ''2008-02-05 01:23:44'' [[nbsp]] A place that sells "foie gras" in Davis? And they haven't yet been picketed by P.E.T.A? Huh... Well if I ever get a date (like that's gonna happen anytime soon! HAH!!!), this'll be the place I'd pick. Better start saving now, I suppose. --["Users/thelonepiper555"] - ------ - ''2008-02-05 09:41:04'' [[nbsp]] Osteria Fasulo is one of our standards for recruitment dinners. It is one of the best places to eat in Davis and you shouldn't trust any disrespectful reviews. But don't come here expecting to save either time or money. If your standard is a one-hour dinner for $25, then your expectations will put you in the mood to find fault with everything. - - The last time that I was here, I had lobster ravioli and the chocolate creme brulee dessert. The ravioli was an A and the creme brulee was an A+. Is it worth it? Sometimes it is. The one big problem is that sometimes the dinner is too slow, even for the patient. If they could reduce the wait on busy nights, then the food would in my view justify the high prices. - --["Users/GregKuperberg"] - ------ - ''2008-03-08 22:40:46'' [[nbsp]] I went to Osteria Fasulo tonight for the first time. We were promptly seated (with reservations) and served a complimentary 1oz glass of prosecco. I ordered the carpaccio and the tenderloin (rare). My guests ordered the gnocchi. We shared a bottle of prosecco. Our final bill with tip was $156. Most of the food was great. The portions were much too small for my friend and I (we are weightlifters). The carpaccio had a very high moisture content. Carpaccio needs to be prepared from beef that has been aged (where the moisture content is decreased by evaporation/sublimation). This meat was not aged (unaged beef is pink, not deep red) and therefore the carpaccio was flavorless. The sauce with the carpaccio was also very flavorless. The carpaccio was not stuffed with lobster, I guess they changed the menu or something. The filet was served with two potato wedges and green beans. The green beans were excellent. I didn't get a chance to try the potatoes; my girlfriend snatched them away from me. The filet was not rare, it was medium/medium rare. I also noticed that the filet was not served as a steak, it was served in pieces. The gnocchi looked good, but there were only about 10 pieces in the dish. My guest was served a free dessert item for his birthday, and my girlfriend and I ordered a cannoli which was terrific. I won't be eating at this restaurant again, but not because the food and service weren't excellent, but because my appetite is far too robust for these portions. The bottom line? A lot of the food was great, but the carpaccio was completely unacceptable. --["Users/JackRoehrig"] - ------ - ''2008-03-17 10:58:22'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I have eaten here a number of times for dinner over the years its been open. It is always quite a treat. Recently we went for a quick lunch and found that to be an excellent experience as well. If you want excellent food, and a good atmosphere, give them a try. Lunch time is great, as their menu is still quite good, but much easier on the wallet. --["Users/Aaron.Curtin"] - ------ - ''2008-05-06 09:11:25'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I have been here numerous times over the past four or five years and while we usually spend more than we expected, we always leave feeling that it was worth it. We ate dinner here last Saturday night and though no one thing was perfect, the combination of the lovely seating out on the patio, the great food, the friendly staff, and the owner's attentiveness made it a perfect evening. Well worth the expense for us. --["Users/kieransdad"] - ------ - ''2008-06-06 08:52:40'' [[nbsp]] This is a special dining experience that I always enjoy. The food is always wonderful. I recently went with a group of friends for dinner. I had the raviolois (yum) and the L’Insalata di Mare (extra yum). But, what makes this special is the atmosphere and the staff. We have always had great service and Leanardo always comes by to chat and enhance the experience. --["Users/LokiAbbi"] - ------ - ''2008-09-13 17:44:06'' [[nbsp]] My review of this restaurant is long overdue, and so I cannot give specifics. Here's the impression that lingers: a relaxed meal on a lovely patio with our dog curled at our feet, slowly working our way through several courses of delectable food, followed by a stroll on the greenbelt. Definitely a place to go for a special occasion or even just a special treat. --["Users/CovertProfessor"] - ------ - ''2008-10-26 15:23:18'' [[nbsp]] I came here with a friend and my Godfather, who (thankfully) paid for the dinner. We ordered pasta and soup to start and each of us had entrees after. I ordered the salmon, my Godfather the filet mignon, and my friend the lobster/spinach/cheese ravioli. It was really windy, so we decided to eat inside. - - It's expensive, especially on a college budget. For a special occassion or a treat, it's a pretty good choice. Their gnocchi is prepared differently than what you normally see (almost baked looking?), but the sauce is deliciously cheesy and the browning adds a satisfying crunch. The salmon was cooked perfectly, with a nice delicate sauce and tasty asparagus to go with it. The ravioli had a great, also cheesy taste, but didn't taste very much of lobster. My godfather especially requested that the filet mignon be cooked cut in half, and it came out delicious. The corn chowder soup was watery and not very tasty. - - The service was great here. We wanted a larger amount of gnocchi to start than they offer in a regular order, but we didn't want to order double. They were willing to negociate "an order and a half" with us, but really they gave us about double the amount anyways. Also, when the waitor saw that we didn't like our soup, he offered to replace it with something else, on the house. Very professional. --["Users/BrandonWong"] - ------ - ''2008-12-30 11:56:17'' [[nbsp]] It's funny, my impression is that this is a fairly classy joint, but the wiki page is one of the more convoluted and 'spammy' ones here. --["Users/JoePomidor"]	+ deleted

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- == == - [[(ZAGATRATED.pdf)]] - - - http://zagat.com rated top america's restaurants 2009 - - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - - CONTACT: - Lisa Martinez, Director of Marketing & Outreach - Work: 916 442.8575 \| Cell: 916.612.9801 - - - 20 Sacramento Restaurants Featured In 2009 Zagat Survey - Local leaders and restaurants to celebrate the City’s first Zagat rankings - - Sacramento, CA (November 4, 2008)—For the first time ever, Sacramento’s dining - scene received recognition from the internationally recognized Zagat Survey. - Sacramento’s top 20 restaurants, ranked by local consumers, are featured in Zagat’s - 2009 America’s Top Restaurants Survey. - - The Downtown Sacramento Partnership (DSP), Sacramento Convention & Visitors - Bureau (SCVB), Sactown Magazine and California Restaurant Association (CRA) will - honor the top 20 restaurants at a reception at The Firehouse Restaurant on - November 6 at 3 pm. - - The restaurants that appear in the 2009 survey include Biba Restaurant, Bidwell - Street Bistro, Boulevard Bistro, Ella Dining Room & Bar, The Firehouse Restaurant, - Frank Fat's, Hawks, The Ktichen, Kru, La Bonne Soupe Café. Lemon Grass - Restaurant, Mason's, Mikuni Sushi, Mulvaney's Building & Loan, Osteria Fasulo, - Paragary's Bar & Oven, Tower Café, Tuli Bistro, Waterboy Restaurant, and Zocalo - - Local officials expect the inclusion of Sacramento to be boost for local tourism. "One - of the key marketing messages that we use to sell Sacramento to the rest of the - world is the great quality and diversity of our restaurant scene," said Steve - Hammond, president & CEO of the Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau. "A - third-party endorsement from a well-respected source like Zagat presents a great - opportunity for this City and our organization will leverage that endorsement in our - sales materials on a year-round basis." - - Until recently, Sacramento was off Zagat’s radar despite the region’s diversity and - growth. Getting the attention New-York based company was no easy task. Several - years ago, a coalition represented by the DSP, SCVB, Metro Chamber, The Firehouse - Restaurant and CRA approached Zagat to create a Sacramento guide to no avail. - Sactown Magazine successfully picked up the conversation with Zagat. The magazine - ran an article calling for action in their March/April 2009 issue, which ultimately lead - to the local survey in May. - - “We’ve finally received the recognition Sacramento deserves thanks to the collective - efforts of Sactown Magazine, the CVB and local restaurants,” said Michael Ault, DSP - executive director. “Inclusion in the America’s Top Restaurant Survey is an - accomplishment that our city should be proud of and we’re looking forward to the - release of the Sacramento Pocket Guide in January.” - - About Zagat - Known as the wildly popular “burgundy bible,” Zagat Survey is the world’s most - trusted source for information about where to eat, drink, stay and play around the - globe, and as such has become a symbol of quality. Unlike other guides that rely - upon the opinions of a few critics, Zagat Survey content is based on the collective - opinions of more than 300,000 savvy surveyors worldwide. The guides are built on - the belief that consumers are best served when they have access to a variety of - information resources from other avid consumers. The survey results are compiled - into comprehensive, fun-to-read guidebooks that help consumers make quick, - informed decisions. - - The Downtown Sacramento Partnership’s mission is to establish downtown - Sacramento as the vibrant business, cultural and entertainment destination in - the Sacramento region through effective private-public collaboration to benefit - residents, visitors and investors. - - - - OSTERIA FASULO WILL BE OPEN - WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 24TH - STARTING AT 11:30AM UNTIL 7:30PM - SERVING A 3 COURSES XMAS MENU - Xmas EVE menu 2008 - 3 COURSE FOR $ 45.00 PER PERSON - - - Salmone affumicato - Salmon tartare - Or - Insalata Invernale - Beet salad with fried goat cheese - Or - Tortellini in Brodo - Homemade tortellini in chicken broth - - - - - Rollatina di Salmone con Prosciutto di Parma - Roasted filet of salmon wrapped with Prosciutto on a bed of lentils - Or - Arrosto Di Manzo - Prime Roastbeef au jus - - - - - Panna cotta - Or - Raspberries Cheese tart - 7/75% TAXES AND 18% GRATUITY ADD TO PARTY OF 6 OR MORE - - - menu items subject to change - - -	+ ===== + + [[TableofContents(right)]] + + + ## Leonardo: You probably want to leave the "== ==" above, as it makes sure the page looks right on different screen sizes. + + + '''Osteria Fasulo''' is an ["Upscale restaurants" upscale Italian restaurant] that certainly has delicious food. It's pretty pricey. The appetizers & primi are roughly $10-$17. Entres (secondi) are in the $25-$45 range. The food is artfully arranged on the china. Most of their dishes are meat-centered. The dishes have the usual olive oil, eggplant, and tomatoes one would expect of a Mediterranean restaurant. This restaurant compares to Bibas in ["Sacramento"] in terms of the quality of the food, but is slightly higher priced considering that the servings at Osteria Fasulo are much smaller than those at Bibas. + + They are located in ["Village Homes"], the only business to be so situated. They pick many of the vegetables from their own garden. The menu is posted outside, next to the door, so you can see what you're in for. If you want to impress a date, or if your other is paying, this is the place to go. Keep in mind that this place is for a sophisticated palate, so if you or your other thinks ["McDonald's"] is haute cuisine, someone is in for a disappointment. + + "Osteria Fasulo" means a restaurant run by the Fasulo family, like "Joe's Restaurant" in English. + + The same owners opened another restaurant, Il Posto ("The Place"), in downtown ["Sacramento"] in August 2005, but it closed sometime in 2006. + + + + = Special Menus= + + + ==New Year Eve==
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	+ + == + 20 Sacramento Restaurants Featured In 2009 Zagat Survey + Local leaders and restaurants to celebrate the City’s first Zagat rankings + + Sacramento, CA (November 4, 2008)—For the first time ever, Sacramento’s dining + scene received recognition from the internationally recognized Zagat Survey. + Sacramento’s top 20 restaurants, ranked by local consumers, are featured in Zagat’s + 2009 America’s Top Restaurants Survey. + + The Downtown Sacramento Partnership (DSP), Sacramento Convention & Visitors + Bureau (SCVB), Sactown Magazine and California Restaurant Association (CRA) will + honor the top 20 restaurants at a reception at The Firehouse Restaurant on + November 6 at 3 pm. + + The restaurants that appear in the 2009 survey include Biba Restaurant, Bidwell + Street Bistro, Boulevard Bistro, Ella Dining Room & Bar, The Firehouse Restaurant, + Frank Fat's, Hawks, The Ktichen, Kru, La Bonne Soupe Café. Lemon Grass + Restaurant, Mason's, Mikuni Sushi, Mulvaney's Building & Loan, Osteria Fasulo, + Paragary's Bar & Oven, Tower Café, Tuli Bistro, Waterboy Restaurant, and Zocalo + + Local officials expect the inclusion of Sacramento to be boost for local tourism. "One + of the key marketing messages that we use to sell Sacramento to the rest of the + world is the great quality and diversity of our restaurant scene," said Steve + Hammond, president & CEO of the Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau. "A + third-party endorsement from a well-respected source like Zagat presents a great + opportunity for this City and our organization will leverage that endorsement in our + sales materials on a year-round basis." + + Until recently, Sacramento was off Zagat’s radar despite the region’s diversity and + growth. Getting the attention New-York based company was no easy task. Several + years ago, a coalition represented by the DSP, SCVB, Metro Chamber, The Firehouse + Restaurant and CRA approached Zagat to create a Sacramento guide to no avail. + Sactown Magazine successfully picked up the conversation with Zagat. The magazine + ran an article calling for action in their March/April 2009 issue, which ultimately lead + to the local survey in May. + + “We’ve finally received the recognition Sacramento deserves thanks to the collective + efforts of Sactown Magazine, the CVB and local restaurants,” said Michael Ault, DSP + executive director. “Inclusion in the America’s Top Restaurant Survey is an + accomplishment that our city should be proud of and we’re looking forward to the + release of the Sacramento Pocket Guide in January.” + + About Zagat + Known as the wildly popular “burgundy bible,” Zagat Survey is the world’s most + trusted source for information about where to eat, drink, stay and play around the + globe, and as such has become a symbol of quality. Unlike other guides that rely + upon the opinions of a few critics, Zagat Survey content is based on the collective + opinions of more than 300,000 savvy surveyors worldwide. The guides are built on + the belief that consumers are best served when they have access to a variety of + information resources from other avid consumers. The survey results are compiled + into comprehensive, fun-to-read guidebooks that help consumers make quick, + informed decisions. + + The Downtown Sacramento Partnership’s mission is to establish downtown + Sacramento as the vibrant business, cultural and entertainment destination in + the Sacramento region through effective private-public collaboration to benefit + residents, visitors and investors. + + + =["KCRA"] Nomination=
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	+ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE + + CONTACT: + Lisa Martinez, Director of Marketing & Outreach + Work: 916 442.8575 \| Cell: 916.612.9801 + + + 20 Sacramento Restaurants Featured In 2009 Zagat Survey + Local leaders and restaurants to celebrate the City’s first Zagat rankings + + Sacramento, CA (November 4, 2008)—For the first time ever, Sacramento’s dining + scene received recognition from the internationally recognized Zagat Survey. + Sacramento’s top 20 restaurants, ranked by local consumers, are featured in Zagat’s + 2009 America’s Top Restaurants Survey. + + The Downtown Sacramento Partnership (DSP), Sacramento Convention & Visitors + Bureau (SCVB), Sactown Magazine and California Restaurant Association (CRA) will + honor the top 20 restaurants at a reception at The Firehouse Restaurant on + November 6 at 3 pm. + + The restaurants that appear in the 2009 survey include Biba Restaurant, Bidwell + Street Bistro, Boulevard Bistro, Ella Dining Room & Bar, The Firehouse Restaurant, + Frank Fat's, Hawks, The Ktichen, Kru, La Bonne Soupe Café. Lemon Grass + Restaurant, Mason's, Mikuni Sushi, Mulvaney's Building & Loan, Osteria Fasulo, + Paragary's Bar & Oven, Tower Café, Tuli Bistro, Waterboy Restaurant, and Zocalo + + Local officials expect the inclusion of Sacramento to be boost for local tourism. "One + of the key marketing messages that we use to sell Sacramento to the rest of the + world is the great quality and diversity of our restaurant scene," said Steve + Hammond, president & CEO of the Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau. "A + third-party endorsement from a well-respected source like Zagat presents a great + opportunity for this City and our organization will leverage that endorsement in our + sales materials on a year-round basis." + + Until recently, Sacramento was off Zagat’s radar despite the region’s diversity and + growth. Getting the attention New-York based company was no easy task. Several + years ago, a coalition represented by the DSP, SCVB, Metro Chamber, The Firehouse + Restaurant and CRA approached Zagat to create a Sacramento guide to no avail. + Sactown Magazine successfully picked up the conversation with Zagat. The magazine + ran an article calling for action in their March/April 2009 issue, which ultimately lead + to the local survey in May. + + “We’ve finally received the recognition Sacramento deserves thanks to the collective + efforts of Sactown Magazine, the CVB and local restaurants,” said Michael Ault, DSP + executive director. “Inclusion in the America’s Top Restaurant Survey is an + accomplishment that our city should be proud of and we’re looking forward to the + release of the Sacramento Pocket Guide in January.” + + About Zagat + Known as the wildly popular “burgundy bible,” Zagat Survey is the world’s most + trusted source for information about where to eat, drink, stay and play around the + globe, and as such has become a symbol of quality. Unlike other guides that rely + upon the opinions of a few critics, Zagat Survey content is based on the collective + opinions of more than 300,000 savvy surveyors worldwide. The guides are built on + the belief that consumers are best served when they have access to a variety of + information resources from other avid consumers. The survey results are compiled + into comprehensive, fun-to-read guidebooks that help consumers make quick, + informed decisions. + + The Downtown Sacramento Partnership’s mission is to establish downtown + Sacramento as the vibrant business, cultural and entertainment destination in + the Sacramento region through effective private-public collaboration to benefit + residents, visitors and investors. + +
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	+ Make It: Roasted Tomato Soup + From December 2008 + + Email this page + + Print this page + + del.icio.us + + digg + + yahoo! + + Comments + + Feed + + + + + + + ADVERTISEMENT + + This recipe, provided by Adam Walsworth, executive chef at Osteria Fasulo in Davis, took first prize at the 2008 Souper Bowl, a soup cook-off sponsored by the Davis Food Co-op. + 3 pounds Roma tomatoes, cut in quarters + 1/4 cup olive oil + 1/4 cup sugar + 3 tablespoons salt + 3 tablespoons butter + 1 yellow onion, coarsely chopped + 6 cloves garlic, minced + 3 tablespoons flour + 1 quart vegetable stock or broth + 2 bunches fresh basil, chopped + 1 cup heavy cream + Salt and pepper + Preheat oven to 275 degrees. Place tomatoes in a large bowl and toss with olive oil, sugar and salt. Spread out on a large baking sheet and roast in oven for 1 hour. Chop coarsely and set aside. + Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onions are soft, about 6 minutes. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Add stock or broth and roasted tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Add cream and cook for 5 more minutes. (For a smoother soup, add an additional 1/4 cup of stock and purée in a food processor.) Remove from heat and add chopped basil. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serves 4. + + + + Cozy Restaurants, Comforting Food + By Kira O'Donnell \| From October 2008 + + Email this page + + Print this page + + del.icio.us + + digg + + yahoo! + + Comments + + As the long, hot days of summer give way to crisp autumn, thoughts turn toward comfort food. It’s time to move from summer’s light, refreshing dishes to more substantial, nourishing meals that will keep you warm through the winter. Here are some of the region’s coziest restaurants, experts at dishing out food that will make you feel all toasty inside—even when it’s cold outside.Osteria Fasulo + Davis’ Osteria Fasulo is one of the most romantic restaurants in the region. Situated on the edge of a fecund community vegetable garden, it has a stunning outdoor courtyard bordered by trellised grapevines and punctuated by leafy trees strung with tiny lights. Indoors, the charming dining room features scarlet walls hung with striking artwork painted by owner Leonardo Fasulo and old black-and-white photographs of the Fasulo family. The menu is Italian, and you can’t go wrong with pasta, especially the handmade raviolis, with their silky exteriors and flavorful stuffings. It’s clear Leonardo Fasulo loves seafood, which pops up in his rich lasagna di mare (housemade pasta layered with seafood and béchamel sauce) and his hearty cioppino. The pesce del giorno (fish of the day) is also a good bet. On a recent visit, I tried the pan-roasted sea bass served on fabulous white beans. The restaurant also offers a nice selection of Italian wines. Guys, if you’re going to propose, this is the place to do it. + 2657 Portage Bay East, Davis; (530) 758-1324; osteriafasulo.com

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	+ + + OSTERIA FASULO WILL BE OPEN + WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 24TH + STARTING AT 11:30AM UNTIL 7:30PM + SERVING A 3 COURSES XMAS MENU + Xmas EVE menu 2008 + 3 COURSE FOR $ 45.00 PER PERSON + + + Salmone affumicato + Salmon tartare + Or + Insalata Invernale + Beet salad with fried goat cheese + Or + Tortellini in Brodo + Homemade tortellini in chicken broth + + + + + Rollatina di Salmone con Prosciutto di Parma + Roasted filet of salmon wrapped with Prosciutto on a bed of lentils + Or + Arrosto Di Manzo + Prime Roastbeef au jus + + + + + Panna cotta + Or + Raspberries Cheese tart + 7/75% TAXES AND 18% GRATUITY ADD TO PARTY OF 6 OR MORE + + + menu items subject to change + + + + OSTERIA FASULO WILL BE OPEN ON NEW YEAR EVE + STARTING AT 5:00PM + LAST SEATING AT 10:00PM + NEW YEARS EVE menu 2008 + 4 COURSE FOR $ 75.00 PER PERSON + (choices of appetizers/salad or soup/, cotechino/ ,main course and dessert) + 5 COURSES FOR $85.00 PER PERSON + + CRESPELLE ALLA CAPRESE + Crepes layered with mozzarella, roasted tomatoes,basil + Or + POLENTA AL GRANCHIO + Polenta served with crab meat + Or + INSALATA DI CAPODANNO + Beet salad with fried goat cheese + Or + TORTELLINI IN BRODO + Homemade tortellini in chicken broth + ----------------------------------------------------------------- + LASAGNA ALLA PESCATORA + Black and yellow lasagna layered with fresh seafood in a creamy bechamel + Or + RAVIOLI STUFFED WITH AMARETTI,PUMPKING AND PARMESAN CHEESE + Served with a light fennel sauce + ----------------------------------------------------------------- + COTECHINO CON LENTICCHIE + Italian cooked salami with lentils(good luck tradition) + ----------------------------------------------------------------- + TONNO RIPIENO + ahi tuna stuffed with an au touchon foie gras + Or + COTOLETTA DI CERVO + Venison chop with blueberries sauce + Or + AGNELLO AL GORGONZOLA + Rack of lamb stuffed with gorgonzola cheese + ------------------------------------------------------------------ + CHOCOLAT CRÈME BRULEE + Or + RASPBERRIES CHEESE CAKE WITH ZABAYON CREAM + + 7/75% TAXES AND 18% GRATUITY ADD TO PARTY OF 6 OR MORE + menus items subject to change + + +

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	+ ------ + ''2008-10-26 15:23:18'' [[nbsp]] I came here with a friend and my Godfather, who (thankfully) paid for the dinner. We ordered pasta and soup to start and each of us had entrees after. I ordered the salmon, my Godfather the filet mignon, and my friend the lobster/spinach/cheese ravioli. It was really windy, so we decided to eat inside. + + It's expensive, especially on a college budget. For a special occassion or a treat, it's a pretty good choice. Their gnocchi is prepared differently than what you normally see (almost baked looking?), but the sauce is deliciously cheesy and the browning adds a satisfying crunch. The salmon was cooked perfectly, with a nice delicate sauce and tasty asparagus to go with it. The ravioli had a great, also cheesy taste, but didn't taste very much of lobster. My godfather especially requested that the filet mignon be cooked cut in half, and it came out delicious. The corn chowder soup was watery and not very tasty. + + The service was great here. We wanted a larger amount of gnocchi to start than they offer in a regular order, but we didn't want to order double. They were willing to negociate "an order and a half" with us, but really they gave us about double the amount anyways. Also, when the waitor saw that we didn't like our soup, he offered to replace it with something else, on the house. Very professional. --["Users/BrandonWong"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-09-13 17:44:06'' [[nbsp]] My review of this restaurant is long overdue, and so I cannot give specifics. Here's the impression that lingers: a relaxed meal on a lovely patio with our dog curled at our feet, slowly working our way through several courses of delectable food, followed by a stroll on the greenbelt. Definitely a place to go for a special occasion or even just a special treat. --["Users/CovertProfessor"]

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- '''Osteria Fasulo''' is an ["Upscale restaurants" upscale Italian restaurant] that certainly has delicious food. It's pretty pricey. The appetizers & primi are roughly $10-$17. Entres (secondi) are in the $25-$45 range. The food is artfully arranged on the china. Most of their dishes are meat-centered. The dishes have the usual olive oil, eggplant, and tomatoes one would expect of a Mediterranean restaurant. This restaurant compares to Bibas in Sacramento in terms of the quality of the food, but is slightly higher priced considering that the servings at Osteria Fasulo are much smaller than those at Bibas.	+ '''Osteria Fasulo''' is an ["Upscale restaurants" upscale Italian restaurant] that certainly has delicious food. It's pretty pricey. The appetizers & primi are roughly $10-$17. Entres (secondi) are in the $25-$45 range. The food is artfully arranged on the china. Most of their dishes are meat-centered. The dishes have the usual olive oil, eggplant, and tomatoes one would expect of a Mediterranean restaurant. This restaurant compares to Bibas in ["Sacramento"] in terms of the quality of the food, but is slightly higher priced considering that the servings at Osteria Fasulo are much smaller than those at Bibas.
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- I know there used to be one out there called ["Plumshire Inn"]. I've been told that it closed about a year or so ago. Apparently it belonged to an old couple who had some hand in developing that area, and that the restaurant was the only business in that particular area. It was their thing, and when they decided to retire, the restaurant closed. From what I had heard, it was a tad expensive, but it was supposed to be, far and away, the best restaurant in Davis (I heard this from my old neighbors, who had eaten there, and were food connoisseurs). As far as I know, a new one did not open in its place, but I could be wrong about that. -["EricKlein"]	+ I know there used to be one out there called ["Plumshire Inn"]. I've been told that it closed about a year or so ago. Apparently it belonged to an old couple who had some hand in developing that area, and that the restaurant was the only business in that particular area. It was their thing, and when they decided to retire, the restaurant closed. From what I had heard, it was a tad expensive, but it was supposed to be, far and away, the best restaurant in Davis (I heard this from my old neighbors, who had eaten there, and were food connoisseurs). As far as I know, a new one did not open in its place, but I could be wrong about that. -["Users/EricKlein"]
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- * The Plumshire Inn was a very pleasant restaurant of the "California Cuisine" variety. Osteria Fasulo is a worthy replacement if you like upscale Italian cooking. Plumshire Inn was owned by Mike Corbett, the developer of ["Village Homes"]. Corbett is not that old, and not retired; he built the rather attractive duplex at the corner of 7th and B, and is a principle in the proposed Covell Village development Northwest of the corner of Covell and Pole Line Road.-["MarcusSitz"]	+ * The Plumshire Inn was a very pleasant restaurant of the "California Cuisine" variety. Osteria Fasulo is a worthy replacement if you like upscale Italian cooking. Plumshire Inn was owned by Mike Corbett, the developer of ["Village Homes"]. Corbett is not that old, and not retired; he built the rather attractive duplex at the corner of 7th and B, and is a principle in the proposed Covell Village development Northwest of the corner of Covell and Pole Line Road.-["Users/MarcusSitz"]
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- * I did a little research, and it seems that the ["Plumshire Inn"] is indeed gone, but has been replaced by ["Osteria Fasulo"] (see their [http://www.osteriafasulo.com/ homepage]). See [http://www.sacticket.com/dining/story/8116041p-9048175c.html this review] for details. The new restaurant is Italian, and quite upscale from what the review has to say. It sounds like it is priced out of the reach of most students (and almost all grad students), but probably has good food. I wish now that I had gone to the old Plumshire Inn while it was still here. Although I like Italian food, Italian restaurants always seem to charge too much for what you get (I'm talking about quality, not quantity. Although, in this case, quantity seems to be an issue as well). -["EricKlein"]	+ * I did a little research, and it seems that the ["Plumshire Inn"] is indeed gone, but has been replaced by ["Osteria Fasulo"] (see their [http://www.osteriafasulo.com/ homepage]). See [http://www.sacticket.com/dining/story/8116041p-9048175c.html this review] for details. The new restaurant is Italian, and quite upscale from what the review has to say. It sounds like it is priced out of the reach of most students (and almost all grad students), but probably has good food. I wish now that I had gone to the old Plumshire Inn while it was still here. Although I like Italian food, Italian restaurants always seem to charge too much for what you get (I'm talking about quality, not quantity. Although, in this case, quantity seems to be an issue as well). -["Users/EricKlein"]
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- I would agree that Osteria Fasulo is delicious, and tucked away and expensive. But I would not call it overpriced. You are paying for the artful presentation of the food, the cozy dining room, the service, and the overall experience of eating delicious food at a civilized place, hopefully with excellent conversation to round out the evening. I have only been there once, but it was one of my favorite meals in Davis.-- ["JuliaSilvis"]	+ I would agree that Osteria Fasulo is delicious, and tucked away and expensive. But I would not call it overpriced. You are paying for the artful presentation of the food, the cozy dining room, the service, and the overall experience of eating delicious food at a civilized place, hopefully with excellent conversation to round out the evening. I have only been there once, but it was one of my favorite meals in Davis.-- ["Users/JuliaSilvis"]
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- The Plumshire Inn was a vegetarian resturant with local, organic produce and decent prices. Half of the residents of the ["Village Homes"] really enjoyed it, most likely the ["Hippies"]. The other half, presumably ["Yuppies"], love the new, high-class and meat-centric Osteria. This is exemplary of the social dynamic (or divide) within the village. Personally, I would prefer the former but I do appreciate the fact that Osteria sources much produce locally (even some from a friend's new farm). However, I went for a coffee once with a friend and it cost me seven bucks! Needless to say, don't expect to see me there having coffee... -- ["MikeSiminitus"]	+ The Plumshire Inn was a vegetarian resturant with local, organic produce and decent prices. Half of the residents of the ["Village Homes"] really enjoyed it, most likely the ["Hippies"]. The other half, presumably ["Yuppies"], love the new, high-class and meat-centric Osteria. This is exemplary of the social dynamic (or divide) within the village. Personally, I would prefer the former but I do appreciate the fact that Osteria sources much produce locally (even some from a friend's new farm). However, I went for a coffee once with a friend and it cost me seven bucks! Needless to say, don't expect to see me there having coffee... -- ["Users/MikeSiminitus"]
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- ''2006-04-16 11:55:55'' [[nbsp]] 4/15/06: The food is excellent and the wine list is extensive, although pricey. This is definitely one of the best restaurants in Davis. Although it is expensive, the food, service, and atmosphere are all worth it. --["AcMach"]	+ ''2006-04-16 11:55:55'' [[nbsp]] 4/15/06: The food is excellent and the wine list is extensive, although pricey. This is definitely one of the best restaurants in Davis. Although it is expensive, the food, service, and atmosphere are all worth it. --["Users/AcMach"]
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- ''2006-08-21 00:07:29'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I went for our anniversary and were very disappointed. Although the setting is charming, the food is unoriginal. We were among the first guests of the evening, but they were already "out of" the chef's special appetizer, the fish of the day, and one dessert. What this means is that they just didn't bother to prepare them. I mean, I could have run down to Safeway, bought some fish, and cooked it as "fish of the day." Plus, they had no red wines by the glass. The food they did serve was acceptable, but unexceptional, and -- really -- nothing I couldn't have made at home. --["DanLawyer"]	+ ''2006-08-21 00:07:29'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I went for our anniversary and were very disappointed. Although the setting is charming, the food is unoriginal. We were among the first guests of the evening, but they were already "out of" the chef's special appetizer, the fish of the day, and one dessert. What this means is that they just didn't bother to prepare them. I mean, I could have run down to Safeway, bought some fish, and cooked it as "fish of the day." Plus, they had no red wines by the glass. The food they did serve was acceptable, but unexceptional, and -- really -- nothing I couldn't have made at home. --["Users/DanLawyer"]
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	+ ------ + ''2008-06-06 08:52:40'' [[nbsp]] This is a special dining experience that I always enjoy. The food is always wonderful. I recently went with a group of friends for dinner. I had the raviolois (yum) and the L’Insalata di Mare (extra yum). But, what makes this special is the atmosphere and the staff. We have always had great service and Leanardo always comes by to chat and enhance the experience. --["Users/LokiAbbi"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-05-06 09:11:25'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I have been here numerous times over the past four or five years and while we usually spend more than we expected, we always leave feeling that it was worth it. We ate dinner here last Saturday night and though no one thing was perfect, the combination of the lovely seating out on the patio, the great food, the friendly staff, and the owner's attentiveness made it a perfect evening. Well worth the expense for us. --["Users/kieransdad"]

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- '''Osteria Fasulo''' is an ["Upscale restaurants" upscale Italian restaurant] that certainly has delicious food. It's pretty pricey. The appetizers & primi are roughly $10-$14. Entres (secondi) are in the $19-$27 range. The food is artfully arranged on the china. Most of their dishes are meat-centered. The dishes have the usual olive oil, eggplant, and tomatoes one would expect of a Mediterranean restaurant. This restaurant compares to Bibas in Sacramento in terms of the quality of the food, but is slightly higher priced considering that the servings at Osteria Fasulo are much smaller than those at Bibas.	+ '''Osteria Fasulo''' is an ["Upscale restaurants" upscale Italian restaurant] that certainly has delicious food. It's pretty pricey. The appetizers & primi are roughly $10-$17. Entres (secondi) are in the $25-$45 range. The food is artfully arranged on the china. Most of their dishes are meat-centered. The dishes have the usual olive oil, eggplant, and tomatoes one would expect of a Mediterranean restaurant. This restaurant compares to Bibas in Sacramento in terms of the quality of the food, but is slightly higher priced considering that the servings at Osteria Fasulo are much smaller than those at Bibas.

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	+ ------ + ''2008-03-17 10:58:22'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I have eaten here a number of times for dinner over the years its been open. It is always quite a treat. Recently we went for a quick lunch and found that to be an excellent experience as well. If you want excellent food, and a good atmosphere, give them a try. Lunch time is great, as their menu is still quite good, but much easier on the wallet. --["Users/Aaron.Curtin"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-03-08 22:40:46'' [[nbsp]] I went to Osteria Fasulo tonight for the first time. We were promptly seated (with reservations) and served a complimentary 1oz glass of prosecco. I ordered the carpaccio and the tenderloin (rare). My guests ordered the gnocchi. We shared a bottle of prosecco. Our final bill with tip was $156. Most of the food was great. The portions were much too small for my friend and I (we are weightlifters). The carpaccio had a very high moisture content. Carpaccio needs to be prepared from beef that has been aged (where the moisture content is decreased by evaporation/sublimation). This meat was not aged (unaged beef is pink, not deep red) and therefore the carpaccio was flavorless. The sauce with the carpaccio was also very flavorless. The carpaccio was not stuffed with lobster, I guess they changed the menu or something. The filet was served with two potato wedges and green beans. The green beans were excellent. I didn't get a chance to try the potatoes; my girlfriend snatched them away from me. The filet was not rare, it was medium/medium rare. I also noticed that the filet was not served as a steak, it was served in pieces. The gnocchi looked good, but there were only about 10 pieces in the dish. My guest was served a free dessert item for his birthday, and my girlfriend and I ordered a cannoli which was terrific. I won't be eating at this restaurant again, but not because the food and service weren't excellent, but because my appetite is far too robust for these portions. The bottom line? A lot of the food was great, but the carpaccio was completely unacceptable. --["Users/JackRoehrig"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-02-05 09:41:04'' [[nbsp]] Osteria Fasulo is one of our standards for recruitment dinners. It is one of the best places to eat in Davis and you shouldn't trust any disrespectful reviews. But don't come here expecting to save either time or money. If your standard is a one-hour dinner for $25, then your expectations will put you in the mood to find fault with everything. + + The last time that I was here, I had lobster ravioli and the chocolate creme brulee dessert. The ravioli was an A and the creme brulee was an A+. Is it worth it? Sometimes it is. The one big problem is that sometimes the dinner is too slow, even for the patient. If they could reduce the wait on busy nights, then the food would in my view justify the high prices. + --["Users/GregKuperberg"]

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	+ ------ + ''2007-12-18 14:31:01'' [[nbsp]] My girlfriend and I were lucky enough to get a gift certificate for a full dinner here. When we went initially it was not honored, and we were so upset that we decided to leave. When we got in touch with the person who gave us the gift certificate, she contacted the owner and explained the situation. We were told next time everything should be fine, so we gave the restaurant another chance. I'm so glad that we did. I have to say, the service was great, and I think it may have been the single best meal I've ever had. Every bite left me speechless. The owner came out to talk to us about the mix up and apologized. It turned out to be a great evening and I definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who is looking for a fantastic meal. --["Users/GabeDavis"]

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- * Since it was my question about allowing dogs, I will respond. I would not consider a dog who urinated in an eating area to be a "well-behaved dog." My dog never urinates near an eating place. I would hope that dog owners would be sensible enough to bring only well-behaved dogs with them, just I would hope that only well behaved adults and children go to restaurants; unfortunately, that is not always the case, but by and large, most people are respectful of others. As for "passing odors" I believe that I am not out on a limb when I say that the homo sapiens in attendance are doing this with a similar frequency to that of the dogs. Finally, as an allergy sufferer myself -- I am very allergic to cats, although I love them dearly, and I'm also allergic to a wide variety of grasses and molds, which I am less fond of -- I am quite sympathetic to other allergy sufferers. But I sincerely doubt that a dog ''in the outdoors'' will have much of an effect -- especially a dog of the non-shedding variety. I am always amused when I go over a friend's house and they put the cat away in another room; it's a nice thought, but frankly, the amount of hair on the cat is miniscule compared to the fur that is all over the house. Similarly, the amount of fur that a dog sitting next to his/her owner will produce and send to nearby patrons is going to be quite small and diffused. I also imagine that if someone were ''extremely'' allergic (and I think you'd have to be), that a polite request to move would do the trick (depending on who was there first). --["Users/CovertProfessor"]	+ * Since it was my question about allowing dogs, I will respond. I would not consider a dog who urinated in an eating area to be a "well-behaved dog." My dog never urinates near an eating place. I would hope that dog owners would be sensible enough to bring only well-behaved dogs with them, just I would hope that only well behaved adults and children go to restaurants; unfortunately, that is not always the case, but by and large, most people are respectful of others. As for "passing odors" I believe that I am not out on a limb when I say that the homo sapiens in attendance are doing this with a similar frequency to that of the dogs. Finally, as an allergy sufferer myself -- I am very allergic to cats, although I love them dearly, and I'm also allergic to a wide variety of grasses and molds, which I am less fond of -- I am quite sympathetic to other allergy sufferers. But I sincerely doubt that a dog ''in the outdoors'' will have much of an effect -- especially a dog of the non-shedding variety. I am always amused when I go over a friend's house and they put the cat away in another room; it's a nice thought, but frankly, the amount of hair on the cat is miniscule compared to the fur that is all over the house. Similarly, the amount of fur that a dog sitting next to his/her owner will produce and send to nearby patrons is going to be quite small and diffused -- not significantly worse, than, say, the amount of fur produced by nearby squirrels, etc., since the seating area is outdoors and animals cannot be prevented from entering. I also imagine that if someone were ''extremely'' allergic (and I think you'd have to be), that a polite request to move would do the trick (depending on who was there first). --["Users/CovertProfessor"]

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	+ * Since it was my question about allowing dogs, I will respond. I would not consider a dog who urinated in an eating area to be a "well-behaved dog." My dog never urinates near an eating place. I would hope that dog owners would be sensible enough to bring only well-behaved dogs with them, just I would hope that only well behaved adults and children go to restaurants; unfortunately, that is not always the case, but by and large, most people are respectful of others. As for "passing odors" I believe that I am not out on a limb when I say that the homo sapiens in attendance are doing this with a similar frequency to that of the dogs. Finally, as an allergy sufferer myself -- I am very allergic to cats, although I love them dearly, and I'm also allergic to a wide variety of grasses and molds, which I am less fond of -- I am quite sympathetic to other allergy sufferers. But I sincerely doubt that a dog ''in the outdoors'' will have much of an effect -- especially a dog of the non-shedding variety. I am always amused when I go over a friend's house and they put the cat away in another room; it's a nice thought, but frankly, the amount of hair on the cat is miniscule compared to the fur that is all over the house. Similarly, the amount of fur that a dog sitting next to his/her owner will produce and send to nearby patrons is going to be quite small and diffused. I also imagine that if someone were ''extremely'' allergic (and I think you'd have to be), that a polite request to move would do the trick (depending on who was there first). --["Users/CovertProfessor"]

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	+ ------ + ''2007-11-16 00:11:42'' [[nbsp]] Just a comment for one of the above comments concerning dogs at restaurants. As a veterinary technician there is nothing I love more then big, cuddly, well behaved dogs... BUT I don't think it is professional to allow animals in the vicinity of where food is being served to patrons. It is unhygenic (even outside where the probability of urinating or passings odors will increase for pets - anyone who has eaten on the patio at Fuzios during warmer months should know what I mean), not to mention the fact that it is discourteous to other diners who may have pet allergies. This isn't just a post for restaurant owners, but for pet owners as well. Thank you. --["Users/christacooper"]

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	+ ------ + ''2007-11-06 20:20:47'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I have eaten here twice, and enjoyed it thoroughly. The meals are presented professionally, the service is cordial, prompt, and also fits in perfectly with the relaxed atmosphere (the staff are friendly, never stuffy). As for prices, we don't mind paying up when we know we're getting such a quality dining experience. Osteria Fasulo is a perfect complement to Davis. --["Users/ArthurFrane"]

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- Of course and some of our guests come here because of it , I was thinking of having a dogs night out .Leonardo Fasulo	+ That's great! We'll be coming by soon. And thanks for the reply, here and on my page. I really appreciate business owners who get involved with the wiki and take the time to answer questions. --["Users/CovertProfessor"]

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	+ Of course and some of our guests come here because of it , I was thinking of having a pet night out .Leonardo Fasulo

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- ------ - ''2007-07-19 16:15:12'' [[nbsp]] This place sucks bottom line beware --["Users/dickjones"] - * Dear dick as the owner of osteria i really welcome critics because they help me to correct mistakes and improve , so it would be really appreciated if you could be a little more specific using the english language in a proper way so that you actually could make a difference, --["Users/LeonardoFasulo"] - * as a wikizen I would concur, please elaborate on your bottom line... --["Users/StevenDaubert"]

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- The Plumshire Inn was a very pleasant restaurant of the "California Cuisine" variety. Osteria Fasulo is a worthy replacement if you like upscale Italian cooking. Plumshire Inn was owned by Mike Corbett, the developer of ["Village Homes"]. Corbett is not that old, and not retired; he built the rather attractive duplex at the corner of 7th and B, and is a principle in the proposed Covell Village development Northwest of the corner of Covell and Pole Line Road.-["MarcusSitz"]	+ * The Plumshire Inn was a very pleasant restaurant of the "California Cuisine" variety. Osteria Fasulo is a worthy replacement if you like upscale Italian cooking. Plumshire Inn was owned by Mike Corbett, the developer of ["Village Homes"]. Corbett is not that old, and not retired; he built the rather attractive duplex at the corner of 7th and B, and is a principle in the proposed Covell Village development Northwest of the corner of Covell and Pole Line Road.-["MarcusSitz"]
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- http://www.wguides.com/city/281/84_227200.cfm discusses ["Plumshire Inn"]. The phone number works (I called them), but they're closed today, so I guess they still exist. They seem to have a new name though, which I couldn't understand from their recorded message, so someone will have to visit or call back during business hours. And I think I'm game for a bike ride over there to photograph them and confirm their existance. -- ["KenBloom"]	+ * http://www.wguides.com/city/281/84_227200.cfm discusses ["Plumshire Inn"]. The phone number works (I called them), but they're closed today, so I guess they still exist. They seem to have a new name though, which I couldn't understand from their recorded message, so someone will have to visit or call back during business hours. And I think I'm game for a bike ride over there to photograph them and confirm their existance. -- ["KenBloom"]
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- I did a little research, and it seems that the ["Plumshire Inn"] is indeed gone, but has been replaced by ["Osteria Fasulo"] (see their [http://www.osteriafasulo.com/ homepage]). See [http://www.sacticket.com/dining/story/8116041p-9048175c.html this review] for details. The new restaurant is Italian, and quite upscale from what the review has to say. It sounds like it is priced out of the reach of most students (and almost all grad students), but probably has good food. I wish now that I had gone to the old Plumshire Inn while it was still here. Although I like Italian food, Italian restaurants always seem to charge too much for what you get (I'm talking about quality, not quantity. Although, in this case, quantity seems to be an issue as well). -["EricKlein"]	+ * I did a little research, and it seems that the ["Plumshire Inn"] is indeed gone, but has been replaced by ["Osteria Fasulo"] (see their [http://www.osteriafasulo.com/ homepage]). See [http://www.sacticket.com/dining/story/8116041p-9048175c.html this review] for details. The new restaurant is Italian, and quite upscale from what the review has to say. It sounds like it is priced out of the reach of most students (and almost all grad students), but probably has good food. I wish now that I had gone to the old Plumshire Inn while it was still here. Although I like Italian food, Italian restaurants always seem to charge too much for what you get (I'm talking about quality, not quantity. Although, in this case, quantity seems to be an issue as well). -["EricKlein"]
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- The Plumshire Inn was most definitely not a vegetarian restaurant; depending on the menu we usually had 1-2 vegetarian dishes available. Prices were "decent" in the $15-$20 way. Although I spent nearly all my time there in the kitchen, I'd say most of our clientele were university faculty and other professional types, certainly not the hippy crowd. -- ["SeanOMara"]	+ * The Plumshire Inn was most definitely not a vegetarian restaurant; depending on the menu we usually had 1-2 vegetarian dishes available. Prices were "decent" in the $15-$20 way. Although I spent nearly all my time there in the kitchen, I'd say most of our clientele were university faculty and other professional types, certainly not the hippy crowd. -- ["SeanOMara"]

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- deleted	+ [[Image(Osteria_Fasulo_Patio.JPG, right, thumbnail, 400)]] + + \|\|<bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''Location'''\|\| + \|\|[[Address(2657 Portage Bay)]] East (In ["West Davis"], in ["Village Homes"])\|\| + \|\|<bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''Hours'''\|\| + \|\|Dinner, 5:30-9 p.m. Monday through Saturday\|\| + \|\|Lunch, 11:30-1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday\|\| + \|\|<bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''Phone'''\|\| + \|\|(530)758-1324\|\| + \|\|<bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''Website'''\|\| + \|\|[http://www.osteriafasulo.com/]\|\| + \|\|<bgcolor='#E0E0FF'>'''["/Menu" Menu]'''\|\| + + == == + + ## Leonardo: You probably want to leave the "== ==" above, as it makes sure the page looks right on different screen sizes. + + + '''Osteria Fasulo''' is an ["Upscale restaurants" upscale Italian restaurant] that certainly has delicious food. It's pretty pricey. The appetizers & primi are roughly $10-$14. Entres (secondi) are in the $19-$27 range. The food is artfully arranged on the china. Most of their dishes are meat-centered. The dishes have the usual olive oil, eggplant, and tomatoes one would expect of a Mediterranean restaurant. This restaurant compares to Bibas in Sacramento in terms of the quality of the food, but is slightly higher priced considering that the servings at Osteria Fasulo are much smaller than those at Bibas. + + They are located in ["Village Homes"], the only business to be so situated. They pick many of the vegetables from their own garden. The menu is posted outside, next to the door, so you can see what you're in for. If you want to impress a date, or if your other is paying, this is the place to go. Keep in mind that this place is for a sophisticated palate, so if you or your other thinks ["McDonald's"] is haute cuisine, someone is in for a disappointment. + + "Osteria Fasulo" means a restaurant run by the Fasulo family, like "Joe's Restaurant" in English. + + The same owners opened another restaurant, Il Posto ("The Place"), in downtown ["Sacramento"] in August 2005, but it closed sometime in 2006. + + =Media= + + * [http://www.sacmag.com/media/sacramentomagazine/october-2005/osteria-fasulo Sacramento Magazine] + * [http://www.cbs13.com/gooddayrecipes/local_story_178163933.html] + * [http://www.californiatomatoes.org/recipes_chef.html California Tomatos] + Gli antipasti + appetizers + + + + Lo Stuzzichino + Marinated Olives & Roasted Almonds + 7 + + + Le Cozze & vongole + Fresh Manila & P.E.I Mussels steamed in white wine,garlic + and Italian Parsley + 13 + + + Il Carpaccio + Thinly sliced Harris Ranch filet stuffed wtih Maine lobster served with a refreshing extravirgin olive oil and lemon dressing + 17 + + + L’Antipasto + Selection of Artisan “Fra Mani “ salami , Imported Cold Cuts & Cheeses plate to be enjoyed by two + 25 + + + Le Insalate + salads + + + L’Insalata della Casa + House mixed greens served in a parmesan cheese basket + homemade vinaigrette + 8 + + + L’Insalata Caprese + heirloom selections served with fresh imported mozzarella ,fresh basil + 15 + + + L’Insalata d’Asparagi + Asparagus served with hardboiled eggs and Aioli dressing + 13 + + + + La Zuppa del Giorno + Chef’s soup of the day + A.Q + + + + + Il Risotto + Daily recipe Arborio rice + A.Q + + + I Gnocchi del Giorno + Daily selection of our homemade potato dumplings“house signature dish” + A.Q + + + La Pasta Dura + Barilla spaghetti alla checca,tomatoes,garlic , red flake peppers, olive oil + 15 + + + La Pasta Fresca + Homemade taglierini served in a light cream sauce ,smoked salmon and chives + 18 + I Secondi + Main Course + + Il Pesce del Giorno + Fish of the Day + A.Q + + I Gamberoni + Shrimps sauteed in a spicy tomatoes sauce + 26 + + Il Coniglio + Farm raised rabbit (preparation changes daily) + 27 + + L’Agnello + Grilled lamb chops served with a refreshing ratatouille + 26 + + Il Manzo + Neiman Ranch filet mignon served in a light Gorgonzola sauce + 32 + + Il Vitello + Pan seared veal chop top with foie gras and black truffles ragout + served in a bed of fresh arugula(Osteria Fasulo Signature Sinful Dish) + 45 + + + + + Chef di Cucina: Jose’ “ATILIO” Carranza + + = = + + [[Image(IMG_3187.JPG, thumbnail, 250, "veal chop with foie gras & truffles")]] + + [[Image(lobster carpaccio.JPG, thumbnail, 250, "lobster & Beef carpaccio")]] + + [[Image(cioppino.JPG, thumbnail, 250, "Cioppino della Casa")]] + + == == + Osteria Fasulo replaced ["departed businesses" Plumshire Inn]. + + [[Comments]] + + 3/5/2006. I was there Fri 3/3/2006 and thought the food was excellent and the service just as good. A nice intimate evening with good wine and food. The best part was the chocolate creme brulee topped with caramelized bananas. It is pricey and the portions are small, but the food is rich. Larger portions would give most people a stomach ache afterwards. Each meal comes with a complimentary glass of prosecca (Italian champagne) and fresh bread and salsa verde (olive oil mixed with roasted garlic and parsley). We each had a glass of wine, two starters, main course and dessert. Bill came out to just under $100 including tip. Everything tasted extremely fresh and good. You must go if you like Italian food and have someone special to take. + + I have been to Osteria Fasulo, and I am a student. It is pricey, but REALLY good. I'm not all into Italian either, but everything there is good; the bread is awesome, the soup, the sandwiched for lunch are also super good, and dinner too. I recommend it to anyone, I can't believe no one has heard of it, but it is really tucked away. Perfect for a special night especially with someone you care about. Their outdoor patio is very nice. Oh and if you like wine, go! -Taryn + + I know there used to be one out there called ["Plumshire Inn"]. I've been told that it closed about a year or so ago. Apparently it belonged to an old couple who had some hand in developing that area, and that the restaurant was the only business in that particular area. It was their thing, and when they decided to retire, the restaurant closed. From what I had heard, it was a tad expensive, but it was supposed to be, far and away, the best restaurant in Davis (I heard this from my old neighbors, who had eaten there, and were food connoisseurs). As far as I know, a new one did not open in its place, but I could be wrong about that. -["EricKlein"] + + The Plumshire Inn was a very pleasant restaurant of the "California Cuisine" variety. Osteria Fasulo is a worthy replacement if you like upscale Italian cooking. Plumshire Inn was owned by Mike Corbett, the developer of ["Village Homes"]. Corbett is not that old, and not retired; he built the rather attractive duplex at the corner of 7th and B, and is a principle in the proposed Covell Village development Northwest of the corner of Covell and Pole Line Road.-["MarcusSitz"] + + http://www.wguides.com/city/281/84_227200.cfm discusses ["Plumshire Inn"]. The phone number works (I called them), but they're closed today, so I guess they still exist. They seem to have a new name though, which I couldn't understand from their recorded message, so someone will have to visit or call back during business hours. And I think I'm game for a bike ride over there to photograph them and confirm their existance. -- ["KenBloom"] + + I did a little research, and it seems that the ["Plumshire Inn"] is indeed gone, but has been replaced by ["Osteria Fasulo"] (see their [http://www.osteriafasulo.com/ homepage]). See [http://www.sacticket.com/dining/story/8116041p-9048175c.html this review] for details. The new restaurant is Italian, and quite upscale from what the review has to say. It sounds like it is priced out of the reach of most students (and almost all grad students), but probably has good food. I wish now that I had gone to the old Plumshire Inn while it was still here. Although I like Italian food, Italian restaurants always seem to charge too much for what you get (I'm talking about quality, not quantity. Although, in this case, quantity seems to be an issue as well). -["EricKlein"] + + I just took a bike ride, and confirmed this. I have also ruled out the existance of a restaurant any farther west on Russell. (Businesses on Lake Blvd. not withstanding). -- ["KenBloom"] + + I would agree that Osteria Fasulo is delicious, and tucked away and expensive. But I would not call it overpriced. You are paying for the artful presentation of the food, the cozy dining room, the service, and the overall experience of eating delicious food at a civilized place, hopefully with excellent conversation to round out the evening. I have only been there once, but it was one of my favorite meals in Davis.-- ["JuliaSilvis"] + + The Plumshire Inn was a vegetarian resturant with local, organic produce and decent prices. Half of the residents of the ["Village Homes"] really enjoyed it, most likely the ["Hippies"]. The other half, presumably ["Yuppies"], love the new, high-class and meat-centric Osteria. This is exemplary of the social dynamic (or divide) within the village. Personally, I would prefer the former but I do appreciate the fact that Osteria sources much produce locally (even some from a friend's new farm). However, I went for a coffee once with a friend and it cost me seven bucks! Needless to say, don't expect to see me there having coffee... -- ["MikeSiminitus"] + + The Plumshire Inn was most definitely not a vegetarian restaurant; depending on the menu we usually had 1-2 vegetarian dishes available. Prices were "decent" in the $15-$20 way. Although I spent nearly all my time there in the kitchen, I'd say most of our clientele were university faculty and other professional types, certainly not the hippy crowd. -- ["SeanOMara"] + ------ + ''2006-04-16 11:55:55'' [[nbsp]] 4/15/06: The food is excellent and the wine list is extensive, although pricey. This is definitely one of the best restaurants in Davis. Although it is expensive, the food, service, and atmosphere are all worth it. --["AcMach"] + ------ + ''2006-07-28 20:41:43'' [[nbsp]] I went here with the idea of having an expensive date. The food was mediocre and would have been decent at somewhere less expensive but it was definitely not worth the price I paid. I was shocked considering the glowing reviews this place has received on this page. Did y'all order the full course meal? Are there better places in Sac or back in the Bay that you'd suggest splurging on? --["LiRic"] + ------ + ''2006-08-21 00:07:29'' [[nbsp]] My wife and I went for our anniversary and were very disappointed. Although the setting is charming, the food is unoriginal. We were among the first guests of the evening, but they were already "out of" the chef's special appetizer, the fish of the day, and one dessert. What this means is that they just didn't bother to prepare them. I mean, I could have run down to Safeway, bought some fish, and cooked it as "fish of the day." Plus, they had no red wines by the glass. The food they did serve was acceptable, but unexceptional, and -- really -- nothing I couldn't have made at home. --["DanLawyer"] + ------ + ''2006-12-11 22:01:44'' [[nbsp]] Fresh delectable food. Good service that does not pester or rush you. Interesting and seasonal menu that changes frequently so you can always try new things. Solid and expansive wine list. After frequent visits, I have never been disappointed and plan to attend frequently. --["EsTs"] + ------ + ''2007-01-02 16:54:53'' [[nbsp]] My husband and I ate at Osteria Fasulo for the first and last time in early December to celebrate our anniversary. For $162 (including $20 tip) this is what we got: House Salad (in parmesan cheese basket) – (can’t remember the price – 10-12) very good. Radicchio Trevigiano con Pancetta (12) - ok. Cioppino della Casa (24) – very good but arrived luke warm. Roast Lamb Shank (28) – ok – also luke warm. Chocolate Creme Brulee (7) – excellent value and very good. Bottle of Wine – price unknown. One Bottle of water. After they were out of the 2nd bottle of wine we requested, the owner selected a bottle for us. We didn’t really appreciate having a bottle selected for us without our asking and had no idea what it coat. It was nothing to write home about…a disappointment for an anniversary celebration. Bottomline… the meal had its highs and lows but certainly not worth the price. We won’t be back. --["DavisWheeler"] + ------ + ''2007-04-01 12:04:10'' [[nbsp]] if your meal was 142 and you tipped 20 at a nice restaraunt you probablly deserved a bad meal. --["CrazyeyeKillah"] + ------ + ''2007-04-24 18:53:35'' [[nbsp]] i guess....you were about 1 dollar off. 15% of 142 is around 163 :( next time tip 163 + as for Crazyeyekillah's comments, it seems like he wants you to tip more than 163...but i mean, if your steak/shank is LUKEWARM, HELL NO you are not tipping more than 15 %... --["Users/JamesLi"] + * The standard practice is not to tip on tax (unless you want to tip based on the IRS's service). Hence daviswheeler tipped 15.1056 %. Furthermore, you should not determine a tip based on how fancy the restaurant is. The quality of the service and the bill usually increase the tip for such restaurants anyway. If the service is poor quality the waiter certainly deserves no more than 15%, which was given. (usually cold food means it was sitting in the window too long, which is the fault of the waiter.) -["MattHh"] + ------ + ''2007-05-18 21:26:00'' [[nbsp]] I was very disappointed in Osteria Fasulo. Our salad was drenched in mayonnaise and capers; we could see the vegetables, but we couldn't taste them. The papardelle with saffron cream sauce sounded great, but it was actually almost inedible - not fresh, somehow both bland and overflavored. The gnocchi was the only thing that was decent, and it was nothing special. Maybe we just got unlucky and picked the worst things on the menu, but I would be ashamed to serve that salad to anyone. The staff were nice, but spotty - they brought us two glasses of wine when we had ordered one, the waitress offered us dessert while we were still waiting for our appetizers, and the restaurant called and left a message asking us whether we were going to show up for our reservation WHILE we were sitting there eating dinner. We were also one of 3 parties there, so they can't have been too busy. --["Users/wobbly"] + ------ + ''2007-05-21 23:40:07'' [[nbsp]] I went to osteria fasulo for the first time today. I was impressed with the atmosphere, the wine list, and most of all the service. My wife and i were there for an anniversary. After 47 years of marriage i guess it was time that i treated my wife to a nice meal. Our waiter suggested to us that we eat our meals in courses and family style. We were confused by the menu, but he put us right at ease. He asked if we wanted some suggestions...well we did. We let him order our entire meal along with the wine. His suggestions were wonderful. Even though there were large parties that night he made us feel like we were the most important people in the building. We would recommend OS to any one in visiting davis. It was a wonderful experience. --["Users/stewy10"] + ------ + ''2007-07-19 16:15:12'' [[nbsp]] This place sucks bottom line beware --["Users/dickjones"] + * Dear dick as the owner of osteria i really welcome critics because they help me to correct mistakes and improve , so it would be really appreciated if you could be a little more specific using the english language in a proper way so that you actually could make a difference, --["Users/LeonardoFasulo"] + * as a wikizen I would concur, please elaborate on your bottom line... --["Users/StevenDaubert"] + ---- + Restaurant... In village homes... I have never heard of this place I must check it out... --["Users/StevenDaubert"]

Osteria Fasulo

ScottLay — 2007-08-02 06:01:21

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