A Davie Tradition
A neighborhood Italian kitchen
For years, DiSalvo's Pizza & Italian Restaurant was a familiar stop on South University Drive in Davie — the kind of neighborhood pizzeria where the ovens stayed busy, the portions were generous, and the menu read like a tour of Italian-American comfort food. From hand-tossed pizzas to bubbling baked pastas, DiSalvo's built its reputation on hearty, satisfying classics served without fuss.
This page celebrates what made DiSalvo's a local favorite and offers a guide to the dishes it was known for. If you're looking to visit or order, please call ahead to confirm the latest details.
What It Was Known For
The dishes folks remembered
Pizza
Hand-tossed pies with classic toppings — the heart of any good pizzeria.
Pasta & Parmigiana
Comfort classics like Chicken Parmigiana over fettuccine Alfredo and baked pastas.
Zuppa di Pesce
A hearty seafood stew — one of the kitchen's standout Italian specialties.
Calzones
Folded, stuffed and baked golden — including a classic cheese calzone.
Bruschetta & Starters
Simple, fresh Italian beginnings to share around the table.
Tour of Italy
DiSalvo's signature sampler — a taste of several favorites on one plate.
For the Love of Pizza
Italian-American comfort food
Places like DiSalvo's are a beloved part of American dining — the neighborhood Italian spot where pizza, pasta and parmigiana come together in big, comforting portions. Curious about the dishes and where they come from? We put together a friendly guide to Italian-American pizzeria classics.
The Details
Location & contact
Listings suggest this Davie location may no longer be open, so please call (954) 434-1505 to confirm hours and availability — or to find the nearest DiSalvo's — before you visit or place an order.
Good to Know
Frequently asked questions
Is DiSalvo's in Davie still open?
Public listings indicate the location at 5945 S University Dr in Davie may have closed. Please call (954) 434-1505 to confirm current status, hours, or the nearest DiSalvo's before visiting.
What was DiSalvo's known for?
DiSalvo's was an Italian restaurant and pizzeria known for hand-tossed pizzas, baked pastas, Chicken Parmigiana, Zuppa di Pesce, calzones and Italian-American classics.
Where was it located?
DiSalvo's Pizza & Italian Restaurant was located at 5945 S University Drive, Davie, FL 33328.