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Dante Ristorante, Great Falls, VA
Dante Ristorante, Great Falls, VA
Dante Ristorante, Great Falls, VA
Dante Ristorante, Great Falls, VA
Dante Ristorante, Great Falls, VA

Dante Ristorante

4.9
4.9
1315 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Dante Restaurant offering delicious, authentic Italian cuisine, celebrates its 31st anniversary this year. Dante Restaurant is located just minutes from Tysons Corner and Reston Town Center, in the historic Leigh House in Great Falls, VA, a beautifully renovated Victorian mansion. It provides cozy fine dining experience in its seven private dining rooms and a lounge, A full bar and a selection of fine Italian and American wines with more are on hand. On-site free parking is available.

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2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 6 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–1:15 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 759-3131
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Giuseppe Di Benigno
  • Private party facilities
    Dante Restaurant offers private dining rooms to accommodate from 6 to 50 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Giuseppe Di Benigno: (703) 759-3131
  • Neighborhood
    Great Falls
  • Parking details
    Our private parking lot is located directly behind the restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    On special occasions Dante Restaurant offers light jazz on the patio.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,315 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Best Overall

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Best Ambiance

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Italian

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Best Overall

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Best Food

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Best Ambiance

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Best Value

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Romantic

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Italian

1,315 Reviews
  1. JimF

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    this is a real neighborhood Italian gem that we will continue to visit regularly.

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  2. BurtH

    Washington DC

    46 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We love Dante! Great Italian food, excellent service and reasonable prices.

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  3. SP14

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We most likely got the same table by the window after a gap of over a decade - can't recall if the staff were the same or not!! As usual, nothing to worry about, good food, good table, good staff and good 'ol inflation! Maybe some nice piped in music?

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  4. BarryB

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dover sole is the best. The service is impeccable. All food choices are wonderful. Our go to restaurant when we are in town since we live in Florida for the winter.

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  5. Cricket

    Memphis/West TN

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dante’s has never let me down. The food is great, the staff is friendly and efficient and the atmosphere is cozy, elegant, and quiet. It is a neighborhood gem!

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  6. TimB

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time at the restaurant. Everything was great. Food was excellent. A special occasion restaurant.

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  7. TJH3

    Washington DC

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding meal and atmosphere. We will return often.

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  8. EaglesFan

    Washington DC

    70 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great night out. Food was delicious Everyone enjoyed the whole experience

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    96 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    96 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent Italian food!! Great staff! Thank you!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was amazing, the food was delicious, the service was great and the ambiance was perfect! Thank you for a wonderful evening. Will definitely recommend to family and friends.

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  11. KimberlyR

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unseasonably beautiful night. Outdoor dining under the lights with live soft Jazz trio. Delicious food… friendly staff.., what more can you ask for?

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  12. EYEDOC

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have been dining here for many years. Delicious food and attentive staff. I highly recommend this restaurant

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  13. DevonH

    Houston

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best pumpkin ravioli I have ever tasted. The pasta melted in my mouth. Everything was amazing.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience last night was wonderful. We were in a part of the restaurant, where it was quiet, and we could hear our conversations, as opposed to many other restaurants surrounding us were it this so difficult to hear each other and enjoy a good meal. We will be back! 

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  15. Dinechef

    Washington DC

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on October 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My friend and I went for lunch. The service was excellent. My friend had the crab salad while I had the Cesar with salmon. Both were correctly prepared. This restaurant continues to be a favorite.

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  16. ItalianFoodLover

    Washington DC

    134 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    134 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dinner! Veal chop, spaghetti and clams, and the special salmon with shrimp and lobster sauce! All outstanding! The tiramisu topped off a delightful evening!

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  17. Amand

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and lovely surprise with outdoor live music made for a great date night!

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  18. FineDiningGem

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 4, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful Italian restaurant in a house with delightful Old World ambiance!

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  19. KarenH

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous dinner!!

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  20. KarenB

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great evening with friends in a lovely restaurant, inside and out.

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  21. maureend

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this restaurant! Whether taking a client or just my husband and I for dinner, it never disappoints.

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  22. KathyA

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious dinner in a beautiful enclosed porch with lovely lighting and fountains. Service was outstanding and the menu selections were varied and extensive.

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  23. Casablanca

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and attentive service in a nice setting.

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  24. MichaelC

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Most wonderful quaint Italian eatery that takes u to Old Country V ery good with a wonderful chef/owner!

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  25. Maureen

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined outdoors on several occasions and have thoroughly enjoyed the ambiance and musical entertainment.

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  26. JaniceT

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always amazing!! The linguine all vongole is just like in Italy!!!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been dining at Dantes for decades. It has always been one of our favorite restaurants in the area.

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  28. KarenB

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely spot for a great Italian dinner on a beautiful patio with live music combo.

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  29. KathyM

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and food was excellent! Perfect place for a special lunch.

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  30. GuyW

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant with a wonderful ambience. The staff makes you feel welcomed.

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  31. LisaS

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dining experience at Dante' Ristorante was excellent! The food was delicious and the service was attentive, professional and friendly. Quite an enjoyable evening. I highly recommend this restaurant!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely love going here! Great food that alone will keep you coming back. I love sitting outdoors and enjoying the good weather of the evening

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  33. VAfoodie

    Washington DC

    116 reviews

    5.0

    116 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have not been to Dante Restaurant in several years, partly due to Covid. We were warmly greeted and seated right away. Not rushed by our server. Lovely Chardonnay and salads. Husband got veal marsala and I got the fresh fettuccine with many shrimp, spinach and cherry tomatoes - absolutely melted in my mouth, so of course, I ate every bit!! Dessert was a wonderful Trimasu with fresh berries and dark chocolate - and noting our special anniversary evening. Greetings again and "thank you" for our choosing Dantes for our evening meal. Absolutely will kept them on our " must return" list.

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  34. Anna

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful experience! Lovely evening spent dining outdoors while listening to the live jazz trio. Waitstaff was very attentive but not overbearing. Food was very good, husband had the Dover sole and I had the pappardelle with wild boar. We will be back.

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  35. kpen

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    My husband and I have been going to Dante Ristorante for over 30 years. We dined on Friday evening July 21, 2023. We ate in the large dining room on the main floor. There were well over 20 people in the dining room with tables rather close together. The noise level in the room was extremely high making it challenging to enjoy our personal conversation at our table of 3. There was also a bussing area at the entrance to the room we were dining in. Every time a waiter placed dishes etc in the bussing area the noise to place the dishes etcetera was also loud. This is a premium restaurant with multiple dining rooms for guests to dine. Our tab for the evening was almost $400 for a party of three. While the food and service was outstanding, because of the noise level, it will be quite while before we dine at this restaurant again.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, ambiance and service. Truly a special restaurant.

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  37. BurtH

    Washington DC

    46 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Dante’s had good Italian food at reasonable prices, but the real draw is the beautiful outdoor patio. I can’t think of another Northern Virginia restaurant that has anything up compare. Service is friendly too!

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  38. BGMcL

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a wonderful dinner with great service and delicious food. The inside is lovely but I think the outside would have been better (and was offered) -very charming but the Canadian forest fire smoke made that not desirable. We had not been here in quite a while but will definitely be returning soon. Thank you for the memorable evening.

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  39. Pawley

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous place for a special get-together or other occasion.

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  40. ChrisB

    Baltimore

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been here numerous times, and everything is always of consistent quality. This was a birthday event so they put a candle in the appropriate dessert and wrote Happy Birthday around the rim of the plate. Waiter was extremely attentive. Not a single mistake made. The restaurant attracts the kind of people who don't make a lot of noise, so it was easy to hear ourselves talk. Will be back.

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FAQs

Dante Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 759-3131.

Dante Ristorante is rated 4.9 stars by 1315 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Dante Ristorante

1148 Walker Road, Great Falls, VA 22066

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Great Falls
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–1:15 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Our private parking lot is located directly behind the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Giuseppe Di Benigno
  • Entertainment
    On special occasions Dante Restaurant offers light jazz on the patio.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (703) 759-3131
  • Private party facilities
    Dante Restaurant offers private dining rooms to accommodate from 6 to 50 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Giuseppe Di Benigno: (703) 759-3131
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