Da Maria - San Jose

Friendly server Owner stopped at each table welcoming each customer.

They needed to replace the Eggplant Parmigiana, as it was cold in the middle, but then it was very good. One person ordered the combo calzone and raved about it. I requested chicken instead of the veal for the piccata and chicken was thicker than I’m used to, however, it was a substitute. The Pesto bread was delish and we wished we had ordered the larger size, so if you question yourself as to which size ... do it and get the 12 piece!! Overall, I will definitely go back

Charming local restaurant! We visited on Valentine's Day, and they were a bit short-staffed, which accounted for some delays in service. I definitely plan to come back on a quieter day. The food was outstanding! While the selection of Italian dishes wasn't extensive, there were still enough options for everyone to find something they liked and truly enjoy. The availability of wine by the glass was a nice touch, and the wines were quite good.

I really wanted to enjoy this restaurant; it has a charming, family-run feel. Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing. We made a reservation for 6:30 but weren’t seated until 6:50, and our first waiter didn’t come to our table until 7:10. It took us an hour and forty-five minutes to receive our food. While the food was good, I wouldn’t be willing to endure such a long wait again. This place has the potential to be great if it had better management, but it seems they rely solely on family members to handle everything, which simply isn’t enough. Additionally, it felt like DoorDash orders were prioritized over the customers dining in the restaurant.

This is a frequent favorite for my family. As Italians, we can be quite discerning when it comes to dining out for Italian food, but the dishes here are both authentic and delicious. The portions are generous, and the owner always recognizes us and welcomes us with warm hospitality.