From Italian Roots to Asian Inspirations
Learn about our journey blending family traditions with innovative flavors, community work and live events that shape DaVinci & Yu.
Our Journey from Roots to Bold Fusion Creations!
Started with a dream to mix heritage Italian recipes with adventurous Asian tastes, DaVinci & Yu delivers innovation daily. Our new menu includes gluten-free and vegan options, and soon, karaoke fun. Located on East Passyunk Ave, we craft food and cocktails in a welcoming space full of heart and flavor. We support neighborhood charities and aim for friendly service and real community spirit.
Where Roman Inspiration Ignited Our Fusion Vision
While dining in Rome, Chef Marc Grika tasted Italian-Asian fusion like never before—and DaVinci & Yu was born. Our menu mixes two comfort food giants with inventive flair, offering handcrafted dishes from scratch daily. Join us on East Passyunk Ave for bold bites, crafted cocktails, and a fresh take on global flavor harmony.
DaVinci & Yu goes further, flavorfully, by mix-mastering two distinct comfort food cuisines – Italian and Asian – in one taste sensation.
Fusion Dishes Reimagined With Bold Twists
DaVinci & Yu’s menu reinvents comfort classics with dishes like Kung Pao Bao and Korean Style Brisket. Chef Marc Grika’s inventive twists on classics—from teriyaki cauliflower steak to ramen-inspired Italian wedding soup—turn tradition on its head with playful, handcrafted fusion made daily in South Philly.
A Journey of Flavor With No Borders
From Sicily to Seoul, DaVinci & Yu unites global spice trails and comfort classics. Chef Marc Grika’s Orange Chicken Parm proves fusion can be fun, smart, and craveable—zesty, cheesy, and unforgettable. With ginger-laced duck meatballs and ever-evolving flavor play, DaVinci & Yu isn’t just a restaurant. It’s a journey in progress—and already worth the ride