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Rustic Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist,
featuring house made pastas & locally sourced seafood & meats.
Well-situated in Berkeley’s lively Elmwood district, Donato & Co. offers rustic Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist.
Chef Donato Scotti has partnered with longtime friend Chef Gianluca Guglielmi to bring his fourth restaurant concept to the Bay Area.
Anchored by a warm and sophisticated setting with a natural and authentic Italian vibe, the dynamic menu reflects the chefs’ culinary philosophies of using fresh, simple ingredients in inventive ways, drawing upon each region of Italy with a sensibility only natives can express.
“Recommended by Travelling Foodie as one of the places to eat in Berkeley.” By AuthorRaymond Cua
Berkeley Restaurant Week
April 2–12
We look forward to welcoming you during the 14th Berkeley Restaurant Week and celebrating the season of renewal with this year’s theme, “Seeds of Spring.”
Berkeley will burst into bloom, featuring inspired menus where local chefs transform the first tender yields of the season.
BAR SPECIAL: Cocktail + Chef's Special Selection
$16.00 per person • 4:00–6:00 pm
DINING ROOM SPECIAL: Three Course Prix-Fixe Menu
Just $40.00 per person • Lunch or Dinner
Wine Dinner with Ilatium Morini
Wednesday, April 29
Join us for a special evening with Società Agricola Ilatium Morini, featuring a guided tasting with Giulia Leoni, Export Manager and Wine Ambassador of this remarkable winery from Illasi in the Valpolicella region.
Enjoy a curated dinner paired with Soave, Valpolicella, and Amarone wines, and discover the character and tradition behind these iconic expressions.
More details coming soon.
Pastiera Napoletana
As featured live on Oakland’s KTVU (FOX 2)
Donato Scotti recently appeared live on KTVU to present Gianluca Guglielmi traditional Neapolitan Pastiera.
Gianluca’s Recipe Corner
Each month, we share an authentic Italian recipe from Chef Gianluca’s personal collection—simple, seasonal, and inspired by the rich traditions of Italian cuisine.
From classic regional dishes to lesser-known favorites, these recipes are meant to be enjoyed at home, bringing a taste of Italy to your table.
Donato’s Wine Club
Discover limited, thoughtfully curated wines from small producers each month.
Members enjoy exclusive perks: no corkage fee on two bottles at any Donato location, priority access to tastings and wine dinners, 10% off retail purchases and wine dinners, and 50% off select bottles*. Convenient shipping and pick-up available at Donato Enoteca, CRU Wine Bar, and Donato & Co.
*Restrictions apply; subject to availability and change.
