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Address:
519 South 23rd Street
Arlington, VA 22202

Neighborhood:
Arlington

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Cuisine:
Italian

Price: $30 and under

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Cafe Italia - Arlington Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://www.cafeitaliarestaurantva.com
Email: cafeitalia1@cox.net
Phone: (703) 521-2565
Hours of Operation: Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 3:30pm; Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 3:30pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 3:30pm - 11:00pm; Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Italian
Executive Chef: Fermin Cevedo
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
Catering: Cafe Italia has knowledgeable staff to help you to delight your guest with an exceptional customized menu for your special occasion. Whether you’re hosting a corporate brunch meeting, a business luncheon, a social gathering ~ we can help you every step of the way. Cathering Menu upon request
Private Party Facilities: Host your gathering events at Cafe Italia Ristorante. Whether you're planning lunch, dinner or cocktail reception, we will deliver! Our restaurant section have been design to fit small and large groups.
Private Party Contact: Sal Flores (703) 521-2565
Entertainment: PIANO & SAX MUSIC by THE ARROW DUET
Come and enjoy an evening of great songs played every Friday/Saturday.

ACOUSTIC GUITAR ENTERTAINMENT by Ron Recinos
His songs are based on a variety of guitars and styles fusing folk, funk and reggae, with hinted...

Join us every Sunday and enjoy our delicious food, ambiance, and our live music.
Special Events & Promotions: Cafe Italia charming sections have been designed to host any private event. Book your event with us and let our experts help you taylor a special menu to fit your budget and delight your guest with exquisite food and our charming decor.

Getting there

Cross Street: Jeferson Davis Hwy
Public Transit: ART-ARLINGTON TRANSIT The ART of getting around Arlington. ART operates within Arlington County, providing access to Metrorail and supplementing Metrobus with smaller, neighborhood-friendly vehicles. CommuterDirect.com.FAIRFAX CONNECTOR The Fairfax Connector bus system runs seven days a week.
Parking: Street Parking
Parking Details: Parking Information: * Street parking is free after 6 PM on weekdays and on Sundays * Located within just blocks of National Airport, Crystal City Metro, and Pentagon City, and just 2 miles from Washington D.C.

A word from Cafe Italia - Arlington

Café Italia Ristorante was established in 1976 and is known for excellent food, charming décor, and exemplary service. With their Authentic Italian Recipes, Cafe Italia has been voted "Best Neighborhood Restaurant.” Please stop by our authentic Italian Restaurant in Crystal City Arlington, Virginia… so we can welcome you with the finest in homemade Italian food.Continued

Cafe Italia - Arlington

4.0

21 $30 and under restaurant

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21 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

21 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

neighborhood gem(14)
fit for foodies(5)
good for groups(5)

kid-friendly(3)
late-night find(2)
romantic(2)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (21)

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great find!!!!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/11/2012

2010

Dined on 04/11/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great food and great service! 1st dining experience and will definitely come back! The eggplant was incredible!"

Dined on 04/11/2012

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very nice place for dinner

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/24/2012

2010

Dined on 03/24/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Very nice place for dinner while visiting this area. Service and food was great."

Dined on 03/24/2012

2010

Special Features: special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Thank you for a lovely evening!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/23/2012

2010

Dined on 02/23/2012

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Thank you for a lovely evening! Our committee met over dinner and we had the entire patio space which helped everyone at each of the tables hear the important information. Our server was terrific!
Thank you ~
Barbara"

Dined on 02/23/2012

2010

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Not really to much to say.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/22/2012

2012

Dined on 02/22/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Not really to much to say. The food was great and the staff was nice. There were a lot of tables close together, but not a lot of people so you still felt like you could have a private meal. I enjoyed my time there and will probably go back."

Dined on 02/22/2012

2012

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We especially enjoyed the

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/14/2012

2007

Dined on 02/14/2012

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We especially enjoyed the entertainment, and the food was not only good but a great value. We will be back."

Dined on 02/14/2012

2007

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food was very good. Service

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/09/2012

2012

Dined on 02/09/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Food was very good. Service was excellent. We needed to add another person to our table half way thru the meal and they were very accomodating."

Dined on 02/09/2012

2012

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful Italian neighbor spot

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 01/24/2012

2005

Dined on 01/24/2012

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"It was my birthday and we decided to check out the menus of the restaurants along the road. The Lobster Ravioli caught my attention. The manager/owner was very nice and let me book through OpenTable though we were already in the restaurant. Our server, Fatima, was very pleasant and attentive. Her recommendations were on spot. The lobster ravioli was yum delicious...I literally said mmmmm which each bite. My friend enjoyed the Genova and we both shared the fried mozzarella which he fell in love with as the best. We also shared a dessert - chocolate and vanilla gelato with covered in chocolate with a cherry in the middle. At the end of our meal, Fatima treated us to a glass of amaretto for my birthday. It was quite good. I highly recommend."

Dined on 01/24/2012

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

from Eric the Concierge, AlwaysVIP

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 12/02/2011

2010

Dined on 12/02/2011

2010

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I like this place. I'm always looking for a nice Italian restaurant in my neighborhood. Cafe Italia gets a place on my list. The service was fast, friendly and efficient. The salad was nothing special. Maybe I needed to select something other than the house. I enjoyed the FBI, meat lasagna with meatballs and link sausage. This is one of the make it or break it entrees for all Italian restaurants. The lasagna was exquisite. The sausage-which may be restaurant produced-was amazing as well as the marinara sauce. The meatball was delicious-well constructed. My guest enjoyed her ravioli-three cheese I believe. I need to try more of the Italia menu (looking at the Gnocci Alla Pomodoro next time). Cafe Italia; 3 1/2 stars stay tuned for more."