The Sicilian

We tried The Sicilian on Valentine's Day for the first time.. it was a set menu with a 5 course meal and a glass of wine. The meal started with the most fresh and flavorful bruschetta I have ever tried as well as a special recipe spread to top off toasted baguettes.. I'm not exactly sure what was in this spread - I believe she said it was eggplant, and I know it had olives and then a bunch of other fresh ingredients to create something incredibly amazing! I could've just eaten the appetizers and been beyond happy with my meal! Next came the Cesar salad and then the lasagna. The lasagna was on a level I had never experienced before. It didn't feel heavy like the lasagnas that we are used to here in the states. It was so flavorfully divine but light and felt like it melted in my mouth. I don't know if they make their own noodles, or what the secret is about that lasagna, but I've day dreamed about it several times since that meal. Hahaha After all the appetizers and the salad I barely had room finish my lasagna, and I even shared a portion of it with my 7 year old. I had just a few bites left, thinking this was the end our or meal before dessert, and we learned that we still had another course! When the meat and potatoes came we took a couple bites just so that we can try the flavor fresh before boxing it up. We had to ask for the tiramisu to go as well, we were so stuffed! We left more than satisfied with our experience. I've been to Italy once before, and from my time there, I feel like the Sicilian brings a VERY authentic Italian dining experience. I really appreciated the relaxed speed at which the food was brought to us. Many restaurants now days put a limit on your time that you can spend there as they want to pump the customers in and out to capitalize on more money. This was not the case at the Sicilian, and I so very much appreciate that. What I appreciate and value the most about this place is the love and passion that I can feel and taste in the food, the atmosphere and the service. This place is one of a kind and deserves all of the praise it has been getting since opening. Thank you Julia for your passion and your dedication to quality and authenticity! I'm so excited to come back!

"You know that eggplant was very good. Everybody out, I got eggplant on my mind. Costanza get me couple of those calzones right now, Pronto! Move out, Big Stein wants an eggplant calzone.... Must have one, everybody out!"-George Steinbrenner, SeinfeldThe D'Alo Family has been feeding us since the 90's... Starting with Giuseppe & Rosa at La Spaghettata in Pinole to Angelo & Gerry at Tratorria La Siciliana on College Ave and Argodolce on Shattuck. Then Angelo's spot in Danville, Isola Osteria. Now enter Julia and The Sicilian.da Scene: Sometimes the universe just aligns... months ago we went to Crockett looking for BBQ and the joint was closed. Rick saw me peeking through the window and told me to come back in a few weeks for Italian. Fast forward and we show up Super Bowl Sunday and was pleasantly surprised to find a familliar face in Julia, didn't know this was her joint!Beautiful space, high ceilings, family-style/community tables, furnishings were warm and welcoming. da Grub: Starting with a bottle of Nero and very familiar bread with olive oil and spices... nod to Rosa of course! 1st course was the Caponata & toasted rounds - FANTASTIC, hope they retail that along with the Olive oil. Pasta course went with the Penne Norma... yes more eggplant, and it was quite tasty! Did 2 Secondi plates, beef w/peas and pork w/ roasted potatoes... homey, rustic goodness. Finished with espresso and pistachio torta.da Service: Admittedly, we're biased. From Julia's sharp and real wit to her partner's down to earth presence (a local boy like myself from Oahu) you CAN go home again. Felt like having family dinner elevated but not pretentious. Dishes were paced well allowing us to enjoy, not rushed.Take a step into Crockett for a rustic, comfy experience... I hope to see some specials to keep things interesting. Cent'Anni!!

Ambiance, food, and service were amazing. An easy flowing dining experience that presents delicious family recipes we had the pork shoulder as well as the lasagna special. Both were very tasty and paired well with their brothers wines. The staff were all extremely helpful and happy to guide you through the choices. We also enjoyed the small charcuterie platter with cheese,Salami, and olives. Dessert didn't disappoint at all. The pistachio torte and lemon tart finished the evening off. Can't wait to go back again. The menu is always changing with new dishes.

So friendly and fun watch Nonna sing ! We will be back ! Mangia Mangia I love to support small business . Dinner seating is 6 pm and 8 pm Thursday -Sunday . Today was their first brunch

I've been twice and the food is SO GOOD. Go show this place some love! The pasta a la Norma is wonderful!

Great new restaurant! Food is fabulous, ambience is reminiscent of Italy, staff warm and attentive. Highly recommend!

I don't know where to begin... incredible service, home made authentic food, great atmosphere, beautiful ambiance... just an overall great place. The owner, Julia, makes recipes passed down from her grandmother. We loved hearing the origin of where the recipes came from. The best part of eating here was the experience. The staff were so friendly and meet us laugh and feel really good and at home. It was an authentic Italian experience! As soon as we got in the car to leave, we made plans to go back again. We had so much fun.

Everything was delicious. We didn't know what to order so we asked the owner to bring us whatever she thought we would enjoy, and boy did we ever. Everything from the appetizers to the dessert was wonderful.

The service was outstanding and food was so freaking good, this might be our new spot ! Such a vibe inside

Every review on this site is spot on and this restaurant should get more than five stars! What a remarkable dinner we had there tonight. The food! Excellent Service! ExcellentAmbiance! ExcellentEverything everyone has said in these reviews are so true and I don't need to repeat them. I would just suggest you go try this restaurant, you will not be disappointed.