Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Washington, D.C. Area

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Washington, D.C. Area? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Ristorante Bonaroti

4.9

4.9 (2302)

$31 to $50

Italian

Vienna

About the restaurant

A well-kept secret nestled in the heart of Vienna offering elegant dining within a warm and intimate setting. Our classic Italian cuisine has been ranked among the best in the Washington, D.C. area. Bar featuring new appetizer menu.

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Roy

Dined 5 days ago

Consistently outstanding for the 20 odd years I've been eating there. This restaurant stands out for never disappointing, and always having great food and great service with experienced attentive staff.

Orofino Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1814)

$30 and under

Italian

Fredericksburg

About the restaurant

Danilo Orofino was born in Palermo, Sicily, where he studied the culinary arts as well as restaurant and hotel management. He opened his first restaurant/coffee bar in Sicily at the age of 18. After 4 years of hard work, he closed the place with dreams of doing even more with his life.

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Nicole

Dined 3 days ago

Their food is always tasty and the monthly specials bring fun variety. But, save room for dessert! Our favorites are the lemon cake and gelato. Orofino is the closest cuisine you can get to Italy without a flight.

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Experience

Weekday Happy Hour 🍹✨

La Vela Italian Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (593)

$31 to $50

Italian

Solomons

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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BillyVIP

Dined 5 days ago

What can I say about La Vela other than absolutely great food, awesome service and attention to detail. We had a great time here and the best restaurant we have been to in this area.

Tosca

4.9

4.9 (4568)

$31 to $50

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

Currently open for lunch and dinner. Ristorante Tosca offers the finest in contemporary northern Italian cuisine. Tosca serves Italian cuisine with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients, using a creative approach that respects the great traditions of Tuscan gastronomy. Tosca combines modern style and elegance to create an intimate and comfortable setting.
Tosca implements a dress code and proper attire is required. We do not allow athletic wear, shorts, beach attire, tank tops, flip flops, or torn or excessively revealing clothing. We reserve the right to determine if a guest needs to adjust their attire before being seated.
We no longer offer valet parking, we do validate at dinner in our parking garage located on 11th St, NW

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lawrenceVIP

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

Excellent service, great food and exciting vibe. Chef does wonders with sea food and always new and exciting menu options.

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Popular dish

Tagliatelle

Popular dish

Spaghetti alle Vongole

Manalu Italian Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1306)

$30 and under

Italian

Frederick

About the restaurant

Manalu is a new authentic Italian restaurant by Chef/Owner Marco Pontecorvo. The name was to combine all three of his family members names. MA for Marco, NA for Naomi, his daughter, and LU for Lucia, his wife. Manalu's goal is to bring a taste of Italy and a touch of Naples in the town, by serving authentic Italian cuisine and the original pizza Napoletana cooked in a brick oven. The atmosphere is very cozy and warm, perfect for family and friends. Manalu` also has a full bar and happy hour Mon-Fri from 4pm to 7pm. Happy hour also includes a food menu with delicious appetizers.

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Le Andra

Dined 3 days ago

Love the food its always so fresh with good flavor. It nice to go somewhere with good good at reasonable prices. They never disappoint love the food and people

Al Tiramisu

4.8

4.8 (1452)

$31 to $50

Italian

Dupont Circle

About the restaurant

Al Tiramisu is a cozy friendly neighborhood restaurant. Chef Luigi Diotaiuti has been serving authentic Italian cuisine in Dupont Circle since 1996. Sourcing the best ingredients available to produce the most authentic Italian fare possible.

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Natasha

Dined on Apr 30, 2025

The welcome, the service and the food - fantastic. So lucky to enjoy this experience. Thank you. And yes. The vongole is world class.

Filomena Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (17558)

$31 to $50

Italian

Georgetown

About the restaurant

Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!
Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!

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DaynaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Fabulous food and great service. The waitress was helpful, just good Italian food, such a great restaurant I will definitely be back my next visit to DC, and would consider visiting just to come to this great restaurant!

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Capri Ristorante Italiano - McLean

4.8

4.8 (969)

$30 and under

Italian

McLean

About the restaurant

Come and enjoy the finest Italian Restaurant in McLean. We serve only the freshest and most authentic Italian cuisine in the area.

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Maria

Dined on Apr 19, 2025

Wonderful restaurant with excellent food and fabulous service. Our favorite Italian dining experience!!!!!

Stellina Pizzeria - Tysons

4.6

4.6 (8)

$30 and under

Italian

Tysons Corner / McLean

About the restaurant

## Stellina Pizzeria: A Taste of Italy in the Heart of Tysons Step into Stellina Pizzeria in Tysons and be transported to a vibrant Italian trattoria. The warm, inviting atmosphere is infused with the energy of a bustling kitchen and the aroma of wood-fired pizzas. Our menu celebrates the authentic flavors of Italy, featuring traditional dishes inspired by Northern and Southern Italian cuisine. Start your culinary journey with our signature **Cuoppo Misto**, a delightful mix of fried seafood and vegetables served in a paper cone. Then, indulge in our **Neo-Neapolitan pizzas**, crafted with a light, crispy crust and topped with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Beyond pizza, our menu offers a variety of delectable options, including house-made pastas, hearty paninis, and traditional Italian sweets. Pair your meal with a selection from our extensive wine list or handcrafted cocktails. Whether you're looking for a casual lunch, a romantic dinner, or a lively gathering with friends, Stellina Pizzeria provides the perfect setting. Join us and experience the warmth of Italian hospitality, the joy of sharing a delicious meal, and the vibrant energy of our community.

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MimiVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent pizzas and pasta! Very nice customer service!

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Experience

Happy Hour

Il Piccolo Morso

4.8

4.8 (546)

$30 and under

Italian

Leonardtown

About the restaurant

Il Piccolo Morso - Serving delicious Italian food and cocktails in Leonardtown, Maryland. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Lori

Dined on Apr 25, 2025

We enjoyed our first visit. Service was excellent and the food was delicious! In addition to the regular menu they had some great specials to choose from. We'll be back!

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