Pizzeria Orso

4.5 (383)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

400 S Maple Ave, Falls Church, VA 22046

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Kid-friendly
Good for groups

We do not accept reservations for outdoor dining, the patio is FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED.

Pizzeria Orso is a casual Italian restaurant located in Falls Church, Virginia. Pizzeria Orso offers guests authentic Neapolitan-style pizza as well as other Italian comfort food dishes. The laid-back atmosphere and fun decorations make this a good place to come and share a pie with a group of family or friends.

Executive Chef Bertrand Chemel has put together an accessible menu that diners young and old will be able to appreciate. There are several varieties of pizza with toppings like prosciutto, buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil and arugula.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Pizzeria, Tapas / Small Plates, Italian
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–8:45 pm
Phone number
(703) 226-3460
Website
http://www.pizzeriaorso.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We would be glad to host a party for you. Please call to inquire about private event arrangements.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
400 S Maple Ave, Falls Church, VA 22046
Neighborhood
Falls Church
Cross street
Tinners Hill St
Parking details
Covered parking lot - reserved spaces and street parking
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Crispy Calamari$12.00
served with choice of basil aioli or marinara sauce
Oven-Roasted Olives$7.00
grilled sourdough bread
Pizza Fritta$6.00
served with grana and marinara sauce
Butternut Squash Soup$8.00
pumpkin seed
Truffle Ricotta Dip$9.00
rosemary, fresno peppers, milano
Lamb Skewers$12.00
ground lamb rosemary skewers, cucumber-feta salad
Eggplant Parmigiana$12.00
mozzarella, basil, marinara sauce, gremolata
Brussels Chips$10.00
shredded grana
Arancini$7.00
crispy risotto & mozzarella balls, marinara sauce
Roasted Cauliflower$12.00
served with grana & creamy salsa verde
Butternut Squash Bruschetta$10.00
ricotta, arugula, truffle honey, balsamic reduction, grilled sourdough bread
Grilled Octopus$16.00
spicy marinara, cherry tomatoes, fingerling potatoes
Meat & Cheese Board$16.00
Prosciuotto di Parma, Prosciutto Cotto, Salami Toscono, Manchengo, Bufala Mozzarella

Salads

(Add chicken or shrimp $5)

Caesar Salad$8.00
Sicilian anchovies, romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, sourdough croutons
Italian Chopped$8.00
red onion, radicchio, cherry tomato, olives, salami, pepperoncini, white balsamic dressing, croutons
Baby Spinach Salad$8.00
shaved radish, basil, mint, grana, lemon-olive oil dressing
Beet Salad$12.00
goat cheese crumbles, grapefruit, pistachio, mixed lettuce, white balsamic dressing
Roasted Pear Salad$12.00
blue cheese dressing, arugula, candied walnuts, blue cheese crumbles

Pastas

Gnocchi & Sausage$17.00
pork sausage, butternut squash, oyster mushroom, cream sauce
Spaghetti & Meatballs$14.00
beef & veal meatballs, marinara sauce, grana
Squash Ravioli$17.00
pine nut gremolata, grana
Ricotta Cavatelli$18.00
Oregon chanterelles, garlic, parsley, cremini, grana

Specials

Octopus & Gnocchi$15.00
pesto cream sauce, grilled octopus, rosemary-ricotta
Filet Mignon Tips$19.00
red peppers, asparagus, crushed black pepper, fingerling potatoes, demi glace
Barramundi Bass$22.00
cauliflower puree, pine nut gremolata, baby kale
Black Mission Fig Pizza$18.00
rosemary, blue cheese, mozzarella, arugula, Prosciutto di Parma, balsamic reduction
Chanterelle Pizza$17.00
bacon, ricotta, fontina, grana, marjoram

Pizzas

Home Pizza Kit$8.00
Includes 1 pizza dough, San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh basil, grana, Bufala Mozzarella
Cheese Pizza$11.00
tomato sauce, mozzarella, grana
Margherita DOC$14.00
tomato sauce, mozzarella di bufala, basil
Marinara DOC$11.00
tomato sauce, oregano, garlic (no cheese)
Diavola$14.00
tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni
Crudo$15.00
tomato sauce, mozzarella, prosciutto, basil, arugula
Frutti di Mare$15.00
parsley-garlic butter, "no shell" clams, shrimp, fingerling potatoes, mozzarella, grana, ricotta, garlic
Orso$16.00
prosciutto di Parma, mozzarella, pecorino Tuscano, fontina, grana, ricotta, garlic
Toscana$16.00
tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, salami, sausage, pepperoni
Orso di Fumare$14.00
smoked tomato sauce, mozzarella, sausage, roasted peppers, grana, scallions
Fungi$15.00
mushrooms, mozarella, fontina, Parmesan
Capricciosa$14.00
tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, artichokes, cremini mushrooms, olives, basil
Meatball Calzone$14.00
meatballs, smoked tomato sauce, fresno, mozzarella, grana

Pizza Toppings

Pizza Toppings #1
cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, olives, capers, anchovies, basil, pesto, onions, grana
- each$1.00
Pizza Toppings #2
prosciutto cotto, salami, ham, gorgonzola, mozzarella, fresno peppers, egg, artichokes
- each$1.50
Pizza Toppings #3
pepperoni, prosciutto di Parma, sausage, meatballs, ricotta, pecorino, fontina, mozzarella di bufala, arugula
- each$3.00

Sandwiches

Filet Mignon$16.00
chimichurri, tomato aioli, arugula, caramelized onion, grilled sourdough bread
Meatball Panino$11.00
pizza dough, tomato, onion, mozzarella, romaine

Desserts

Cherry Crostata$7.00
sweet & sour cherries, amaretto ice cream
Strawberry Sundae$8.00
vanilla & strawberry gelato, strawberry marmalade, whipped ricotta, mint
Cannoli$7.00
orange ricotta, pistachio
Lemon Olive Oil Cake$7.00
orange marmalade, ricotta whipped cream
Chocolate Chip Cookies$6.00
Lemon Doodle Cookies$6.00
Homemade Brownies$6.00
Gelato & Sorbetto$6.00
amarena cherry, strawberry, pistachio, vanilla, chocolate, lemon, coconut

Wine

Glass $6, Bottle $22

Prosecco, Corvezzo - Italy
Rose, Fantini - Italy
Pinot Grigio, Anziano - Italy
Sauvignon Blanc, La Galope - France
House Chardonnay, California
House Pinot Noir, California
House Cabernet Sauvignon, California
Montepulciano, Fantini - Italy
Chianti, Toscolo - Italy
Super Tuscan, Monte Antico - Italy

Beer

Draft

Parkway Majestic Mullet Kolsch
Parkway Get Bent IPA
Brookyln Lager
Lost Coast Tangerine Wheat

Bottles and Cans

Von Trapp Vienna Lager$5.00
Parkway Porter$5.00
Bold Rock Hard Cider$5.00
Stone Delicious IPA$5.00
Stella Artois$7.00
Lionshead Pilsner$5.00
Schlafly Pumpkin Ale$6.00

Cocktails

Boulevardier$12.00
Bulleit Rye, Campary, sweet vermouth
Aperol Spritz$12.00
aperol, Prosecco, orange
Jalapeno Margarita$12.00
house infused jalapeño tequila, lime juice, agave nectar, basil, cucumber
Barramundi Bass$12.00
cauliflower puree, pine nut gremolata, baby kale
Red Sangria$8.00
house wine infused with fresh fruit and brandy
White Sangria$8.00
house wine infused with fresh fruit and gran gala

Beverages

Soft Drinks$3.00
Iced Tea$3.00
Boylans Root Beer$4.00
Boylans Cream Soda$4.00
Milk & Chocolate Milk$4.00
Espresso$4.00
Coffee$3.00
Cappuccino$5.00

What 383 people are saying

Pizzeria Orso reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

383 Reviews

A
Annie
Kansas City / Kansas3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pizzeria Orso is a fantastic spot for those looking for a fun atmosphere with tasty and creative dishes.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
1.0
Dined on February 19, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Possibly the worst pizza experience.. honestly should have ordered dominos. Ate 2 slices of 4.. service was non existent
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AmyK VIP
Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Even on closing night, with a packed house and supplies running low, Pizzeria Orso did not disappoint. A long time fave of ours, we are broken hearted that it is now closed. The crowds all week and last night were testament to its excellence all around and its popularity. This is a real loss for Falls Church and all of us long time patrons
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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place, excellent pizza, They will be missed!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed our last pizza at Orso before it closes this weekend. Thanks for all the great food and drink over the years! You all will be missed.
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SummedUp VIP
Washington, D.C. Area32 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We LOVED Pizzeria Orso and are so heartbroken that it closed. It was our favorite family date night location with great family friendly food, a lovely atmosphere, and solid service. It will truly be missed in this area :-(
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Dee2 VIP
Washington, D.C. Area49 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We are always happy with the experience at Pizzaria Orso. The pizza is our favorite in town, with the crust being the best version of the wood oven fired pizza around. We are so very sad that they are closing, and hope that they are able to find another location locally so that the community can continue to enjoy them for years more to come!
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MJreviews
Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A little neighbourhood gem a friend introduced us to before a show at The Creative Cauldron that was a wonderful treat! Especially loved the pizza fitta!
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JimR
Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 26, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
A very warm day, restaurant was completely full inside and with outside seating. Staff was overwhelmed with the packed house. New menu options were great. But overall - very slow service.
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wonkifer
Washington, D.C. Area73 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 20, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
First off there is no such thing as ENERGETIC noise level. We started dinner at 615pm which was moderate and we can have a conversation and hear each other without effort. By the time we left at 710pm, the evening crowd has filled in and concrete walls and floors and open ceiling means lots of noise bouncing around. That said we’d go back for early dining coz the pizza is pretty good. Good quality topping and texture on the crust (not enough wheat flavor though). And service was excellent. Our server was attentive even though busy minding several tables. Thank you.
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FAQs

Pizzeria Orso offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Pizzeria Orso also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 226-3460.

Pizzeria Orso is rated 4.5 stars by 383 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

400 S Maple Ave, Falls Church, VA 22046

Additional information

Cross street
Tinners Hill St
Neighborhood
Falls Church
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–8:45 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Pizzeria, Tapas / Small Plates, Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Covered parking lot - reserved spaces and street parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.pizzeriaorso.com/
Phone number
(703) 226-3460
Private party facilities
We would be glad to host a party for you. Please call to inquire about private event arrangements.

Pizzeria Orso

About this restaurant

Permanently Closed

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Appetizers

Crispy Calamari$12.00

Oven-Roasted Olives$7.00

Pizza Fritta$6.00

Butternut Squash Soup$8.00

Truffle Ricotta Dip$9.00

Lamb Skewers$12.00

Eggplant Parmigiana$12.00

Brussels Chips$10.00

Arancini$7.00

Roasted Cauliflower$12.00

Butternut Squash Bruschetta$10.00

Grilled Octopus$16.00

Meat & Cheese Board$16.00

Salads

Caesar Salad$8.00

Italian Chopped$8.00

Baby Spinach Salad$8.00

Beet Salad$12.00

Roasted Pear Salad$12.00

Pastas

Gnocchi & Sausage$17.00

Spaghetti & Meatballs$14.00

Squash Ravioli$17.00

Ricotta Cavatelli$18.00

Specials

Octopus & Gnocchi$15.00

Filet Mignon Tips$19.00

Barramundi Bass$22.00

Black Mission Fig Pizza$18.00

Chanterelle Pizza$17.00

Pizzas

Home Pizza Kit$8.00

Cheese Pizza$11.00

Margherita DOC$14.00

Marinara DOC$11.00

Diavola$14.00

Crudo$15.00

Frutti di Mare$15.00

Orso$16.00

Toscana$16.00

Orso di Fumare$14.00

Fungi$15.00

Capricciosa$14.00

Meatball Calzone$14.00

Pizza Toppings

Pizza Toppings #1

Pizza Toppings #2

Pizza Toppings #3

Sandwiches

Filet Mignon$16.00

Meatball Panino$11.00

Desserts

Cherry Crostata$7.00

Strawberry Sundae$8.00

Cannoli$7.00

Lemon Olive Oil Cake$7.00

Chocolate Chip Cookies$6.00

Lemon Doodle Cookies$6.00

Homemade Brownies$6.00

Gelato & Sorbetto$6.00

Wine

Prosecco, Corvezzo - Italy

Rose, Fantini - Italy

Pinot Grigio, Anziano - Italy

Sauvignon Blanc, La Galope - France

House Chardonnay, California

House Pinot Noir, California

House Cabernet Sauvignon, California

Montepulciano, Fantini - Italy

Chianti, Toscolo - Italy

Super Tuscan, Monte Antico - Italy

Beer

Draft

Parkway Majestic Mullet Kolsch