Homemade pastas & other Italian classics served with cocktails in an easygoing, bi-level setting.
A “AG4LIFE” G
The meat lovers pizza is the bomb. The staff always friendly, perfect place to hang out with friends or family and have good food. I also love their salads as well.
… moreChristopher
Destino’s is a culinary gem that excels in creating a delightful dining experience. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with a cozy ambiance that immediately puts you at ease. The staff is friendly and attentive, always ready to accommodate your needs with a smile.
The restaurant’s selection of alcoholic drinks is impressive, offering a variety of options to complement your meal. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic cocktail or a glass of wine, Destino’s has you covered.
The food at Destino’s is nothing short of spectacular. The appetizers, such as the beer-battered cheese bites and fried calamari, are cooked to perfection, crispy on the outside and deliciously gooey on the inside. But the real star of the show is the Mama Mia pizza. This mouthwatering creation features a perfect crust, flavorful sauce, and a generous topping of cheese and toppings. It’s truly a culinary masterpiece that will leave you craving more.
Overall, Destino’s is a must-visit for anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience. From the atmosphere to the food, it checks every box and leaves you wanting more.
… moreLauren Hoff
The seating is nice and staff friendly. The pizza tastes fine but was sub-par for price. The salad looked old when we got it and lacked dressing and was pricey of course we still ate what we paid for but probably won’t be returning.
… moreTom Kelly
We are in Merced to visit Yosemite the next three days. The desk clerk at our hotel recommended Destino’s. It wasn’t bad, but not great either. Started with bruschetta. Taste was excellent, but the bread was not crisp like we’ve had at other Italian restaurants. We think it’s because the tomato topping was very “wet”. I had chicken parm, the chicken was very good, but the red sauce on the side spaghetti was somewhat spicy. I wish the server had told me that; maybe that’s why she asked if I wanted the pink sauce, but never having been there before, who knew? My wife got the shrimp scampi. The shrimp was very good, but the linguine was extremely bland. No taste of garlic and it REALLY needed salt. It’s a bit pricey, too, IMO.
If we lived here, it would not be our go-to Italian restaurant.
… moreMarilyn Gtz
The food looked good, and it tasted ok (the lasagna pasta was hard). Then we found, not 1 but 2 hairs in our food. The manager didn’t charge us for the food with hair, which was the sliders and garlic fries. I’m not sure if we will be back. That did gross me out.
… moreSophie Negi
We LOVED every aspect of our lunch at Destino’s. The food was as delicious as it was beautiful and the owner was so accommodating to both our dog and toddler on their patio. The patio and inside of the restaurant were both decorated with such warm charm and coziness. The owner even took extra time to reccomend local activities for us to do with our toddler. I would highly recommend this resturant for anyone looking for a yummy family outing.
… moreBennett Widyolar
Came here for lunch and ate outside on the patio! Got the house salad and mama mia pizza which was super delicious (pictured).
Came back and got the meatball sandwich with a house salad and side of fries (pictured).
Came back the Friday before Halloween and got the Chicken & Broccoli Rigatoni and Parmesan Cheese Bread appetizer (pictured). Both tasty!
… moreS “Devyn”
We have been 3 times and it’s fantastic each time. Incredibly consistent, and as a food service worker myself that’s super important to me. Pizza is so good, meatballs are perfect, and I want to be buried with a pint of their pink sauce. You can tell everything is house made and they have wonderful standards for taste and consistency. Even ordering Togo, it’s well packaged and fresh. Service has always been wonderful. It’s a bit loud inside, but not so much so it would keep me away. I’ve only lived in Merced about a year, but I’m an avid restaurant goer and have tried many of the local joints already. I would easily rate this one in my top 3.
… moreab6485
I really enjoyed my visit here. The food is on point with all the Italian Flavors you can expect! I ordered The White Lasagna made with chicken and mushrooms. It came with two pieces of garlic bread. I had a very delicious chocolate chip cookie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream in a hot skillet that satisfied my sweet tooth. For my beverages, I had strawberry lemonade and ice water. I highly recommend coming here. Just be patient because really good food takes time to make.
… moreMúsica RP
Coworker gave us gift cards so we took the kids. Had a very nice time; ate good food in a very pleasant atmosphere. We had a couple of appetizers and three meals. It has a bar, clean bathrooms, fun decor, and a comfortable atmosphere as a whole. Our server and host were both excellent.
I promised the kids to take them for Gelato and Cheesecake after school on the last day before summer vacation begins! We can’t wait!
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