Trattoria Salve

3.7 (42)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

905 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701

About this restaurant

Romantic
Good for groups
Neighborhood gem

Modern Italian Kitchen with a wide variety of Italian wine and delicious food. We look forward to taking care of any needs you may have.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Italian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Lunch: Thursday - Saturday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Website
https://trattoriasalve.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Micah and Omar
Private party facilities
We host private events. For parties 15 or more please call the store to reserve.

Location
905 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701
Neighborhood
Durham
Parking details
We validate Brightleaf parking. Street parking is available and is not validated.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Mozzarella Fritti$9.00
Fresh mozzarella breaded with Italian and Panko bread crumbs. Fried and served with house marinara
Tavolo di Formaggi$9.00
Reggiano Parmigiano, Sharp Provolone, Pecorino Toscano, Gorgonzola Dolce, EVOO, Honey, and Marmalade
Calamari Fritti$14.00
Domestic calamari seasoned and lightly fried, served with house marinara
Polpette con Crostini$11.00
House made meatballs, with salsa pomodoro, ricotta, and crostini

Zuppe e Insalate

Add Chicken $5, Shrimp $8, Salmon $9 to Any Salad

Pasta Fagioli$7.00
Pancetta, beans, tomato brodetto, pasta, topped with parmigiana formaggio
Stracciatella alla Romana$7.00
House made chicken stock, Pecorino Romano, egg, and organic spinach
Caprese$11.00
Vine ripened room temperature sliced tomatoes with fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers, EVOO and balsamic reduction
Caesar Salad$4.00
Romaine hearts tossed in our house made Caesar dressing, Parmigiano cheese, and house made crostini
Insalate di Casa$4.00
Romaine, mixed greens, fennel, cucumbers, red onions, mixed olives, and tomatoes with house balsamic
Spinach & Arugula Salad$9.00
Organic baby Spinach and Arugula, sliced Portobello with a citrus vinegar
Insalate di Salmone$15.00
Fresh salmon over mixed greens, olives, onions, cucumbers, and tomatoes

Sandwiches

Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich$12.00
Organic free-range chicken breast breaded and fried, homemade tomato sauce and melted fresh mozzarella on ciabatta
Meatball Sandwich$12.00
100% Angus Beef Meatballs on Italian bread with melted fresh mozzarella
Broccoli Rabe & Sausage Sandwich$12.00
Italian sausage, Andy broccoli rabe sauteed on Italian bread
Vegetarian Sandwich$12.00
Grilled fresh eggplant, spinach, Cremini mushrooms, house roasted peppers, arugula, EVOO, and balsamic reduction sauce
Chicken Caprese on Ciabatta$12.00
Grilled Chicken topped with vine ripened tomatoes, arugula, and fresh mozzarella, EVOO and balsamic reduction
Prosciutto e' Fresh Mozzarella$14.00
Prosciutto di Parma and fresh mozzarella, house roasted peppers, EVOO, and balsamic reduction

Pizzette

"Cinelli's Famous" Grandma Margherita Pizza$14.00
Thin crust topped with light mozzarella, crushed Italian plum tomatoes, fresh garlic, grated cheese, oregano and fresh basil
Romano Pizza$15.00
Thin crust with sweet Italian sausage, broccoli rabe, mozzarella cheese, garlic and oil and chopped hot cherry peppers
Pizza Bianca$15.00
Thin crust topped with Gorgonzola Dolce, Ricotta, Pecorino Romano, Parmigiana cheese, fresh mozzarella, and garlic

Primi

Add Chicken $4, Shrimp $7, Salmon $9 to Any Pasta

Agilo e Olio$9.00
Roman style garlic and oil, hint of pepper and fresh herbs
Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe$9.00
Imported Pecorino Romano, cracked black pepper, and a touch of butter
Spaghetti Carbonara Romana$13.00
Sautéed Guanciale (pork jowl), fresh grated parmigiana and egg with fresh black pepper
Tagliatelle di Funghi$13.00
Tagliatelle tossed with Porcini mushroom sauce and truffle oil
Pappardelle Veal Bolognese$14.00
Ribbons of egg pasta tossed with our house made Bolognese sauce made with Angus Beef and ground Heritage Pork touch of cream, butter, and parmigiana cheese
Gnocchi Gorgonzola$14.00
Hand made Gnocchi tossed in mushroom gorgonzola cream sauce with truffle oil
Gnocchi Vegetariano$14.00
House made Gnocchi with fresh pesto sauce topped with almond ricotta

Secondi

Lasagna di Bolognese$14.00
Pasta sheets layered with Bolognese sauce, ricotta and grated parmigiana, house tomato sauce baked with mozzarella
Eggplant Parmigiana$12.00
Fresh sliced eggplant, breaded and fried. Topped with house marinara sauce, Parmigiana Reggiano and baked with fresh mozzarella
Pollo Picatta$14.00
Sautéed organic chicken breast in a lemon butter white wine sauce with capers. Over pasta or vegetables
Pollo Marsala$14.00
Organic Chicken breast sautéed with Cremini mushrooms and Marsala wine, served over vegetables or pasta
Chicken Parmigiana$12.00
Fresh chicken breast, breaded and fried, with house tomato sauce and baked with mozzarella, served with pasta or a side salad

Reviews

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3.7

(42)

3.9Food
3.9Service
3.9Ambience
3.7Value

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42 Reviews

JM
JohnM
Raleigh3 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 7, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Let me begin with the great! The Lasagna! Yummo! I tried 4 different cocktails, all fabulous. Now the not so great...I ordered a half Caesar salad ($4) and a friend ordered the whole Caesar salad ($8) and they were nearly the same size. The whole salad should of been MUCH larger for $8. The cannoli was not my favorite. I did not like the flavoring in the cheese. Our server. I think she was new. Very awkward. I have been a waitress and wanted to give her a few tips but resisted. Do not ask us every 5 minutes if we need anything and stand there when we say no. It was very awkward. If our water glasses are below half full, fill them, don't ask. Our conversation was CONSTANTLy interrupted, very frustrating. She did give us very good suggestions on drinks and food options. Then stood there and stared at us after we said we want to wait on our drinks. She was very sweet but just needs more practice. The lasagna and cocktails won the 3 star rating.
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Eastern
Raleigh5 reviews
1.0
Dined on March 7, 2020
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The place was nice enough and service was ok but the food was not very good we all ordered The Bolognese pasta dish and it was dry, did not fit the description that was described on the menu and tasted old!!
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OpenTable Diner Gold
Cincinnati34 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had a wonderful meal with a friend. Their new menu has a great selection of pasta, dinners and flatbreads.
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johnk
Raleigh6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 27, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Trattoria Salve is amazing the food is delicious. The tomato sauce is savory not sweet like other Italian restaurants and the staff is amazing especially Evan and Dustin they know their wines and their cocktails they can pair it with any dish on the menu.
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GloriaH
Raleigh5 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 25, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The catch of the day was Salmon over risotto. My friends loved it. I had eggplant parmigiana and was disappointed. There were thick pieces of baked eggplant layered with sauce and mozzarella. The eggplant was mushy and it just was not good.
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LTOR
Greater Boston22 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 23, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We visited during Sunday brunch. There were only 2 other groups dining- it was an hour before closing - and staff was limited. It took quite a while to place our order since the one server was busy with a large table. But the server was very friendly/helpful, and the food was amazing. The kitchen took a little longer than I would have liked to prepare the food, but I also know they make everything to order and I can appreciate that. We ordered the vegan pizza and the mushroom "foragers delight" - both really tasty. I will definitely be back.
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DebRutter
Wisconsin16 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 22, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Enjoyed it. Very bice
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Mojo
Raleigh4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food and great service. Not intimate or great ambiance. Good for casual dining.
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JodiB Gold
Raleigh31 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 16, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is a new venue working with the location at Brightleaf. Menu items have been great. Bartender is excellent and all can recommend wine pairing really well with your dinner choice.
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OpenTable Diner Gold
Raleigh8 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 16, 2020
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Just left restaurant after one of my worst restaurant experiences in years. Arrived 10 minutes prior to our reservation time, and it took the hostess almost 20 minutes just to recognize us- or anyone else in line. The took another 10 minutes to return when she proceeded to mumble something and wander with us until she found a table. Another 10 minutes until a waiter arrived, poured water, took a wine order, offered to bring bread, and then disappeared for more time. Took food order which took forever. Salads were poor to average and significantly overpriced. Bread never came. Told a fresh loaf was coming out of oven. After another extended period day old sandwich bread was brought. 1.25 hours after reservation time, meal arrived. Lasagna tasted like store bought frozen. Pasta was fair, though not as described. Will NEVER return here. 1 out of 10 service. 3 out of 10 food. So many better area Italian restaurants. NO reason to waste your time and money here. And no one associated with the restaurant seems to give a hoot.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Italian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Lunch: Thursday - Saturday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Website
https://trattoriasalve.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Micah and Omar
Private party facilities
We host private events. For parties 15 or more please call the store to reserve.

Location
905 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701
Neighborhood
Durham
Parking details
We validate Brightleaf parking. Street parking is available and is not validated.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Antipasto

Mozzarella Fritti$9.00

Tavolo di Formaggi$9.00

Calamari Fritti$14.00

Polpette con Crostini$11.00

Zuppe e Insalate

Pasta Fagioli$7.00

Stracciatella alla Romana$7.00

Caprese$11.00

Caesar Salad$4.00

Insalate di Casa$4.00

Spinach & Arugula Salad$9.00

Insalate di Salmone$15.00

Sandwiches

Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich$12.00

Meatball Sandwich$12.00

Broccoli Rabe & Sausage Sandwich$12.00

Vegetarian Sandwich$12.00

Chicken Caprese on Ciabatta$12.00

Prosciutto e' Fresh Mozzarella$14.00

Pizzette

"Cinelli's Famous" Grandma Margherita Pizza$14.00

Romano Pizza$15.00

Pizza Bianca$15.00

Primi

Agilo e Olio$9.00

Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe$9.00

Spaghetti Carbonara Romana$13.00

Tagliatelle di Funghi$13.00

Pappardelle Veal Bolognese$14.00

Gnocchi Gorgonzola$14.00

Gnocchi Vegetariano$14.00

Secondi

Lasagna di Bolognese$14.00

Eggplant Parmigiana$12.00

Pollo Picatta$14.00

Pollo Marsala$14.00

Chicken Parmigiana$12.00

Additional information

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