Bellissimo Restaurant

Name: Bellissimo Restaurant
Address: 10403 Main Street, Fairfax, VA, United States, 22030-3302
Telephone: (703) 293-2367
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1328 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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A small, cozy neighborhood restaurant that serves Northern Italian food in a warm & inviting ambiance. We are chef-owned and operated and offer a diverse menu featuring seafood, homemade pastas, meats and homemade desserts. We offer a full bar and extensive wine list. We now offer outside seating so you can enjoy a dish of homemade pasta and a glass of wine in the sun enjoying the beauty of historic Old Town Fairfax right across the street from the Old Town Hall.
We are open 7 days a week! See you soon.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 23, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian
Hours of operation
We are open 7 days a week! Monday-Friday 11:30 am until 10 pm. Saturday and Sunday 4 pm until 10 pm.
Phone number
(703) 293-2367
Website
http://www.bellissimorestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Omar Lavayen, Chef/Owner
Catering
Bellissimo Restaurant offers catering for both small and large parties. In addition, we can offer carry-out for those lunches or evenings when you would prefer to eat at home or in the office. Please call Mary for more details at 202 262-3726.
Private party facilities
Bellissimo seats up to 65 people for lunch/ dinner. We personalize your event to match your needs. Experience in a wide range of events, incl. anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, graduations, office parties, business meetings & holiday events! Vegan, gluten-free & vegetarian options. Full-bar, wines
Private party contact
Mary Killay Lavayen (owner): (855) 969-9094

Location
10403 Main Street Fairfax, VA 22030-3302
Neighborhood
Fairfax
Cross street
Main Street and University Drive
Parking details
There are many PUBLIC PARKING lots available to Bellissimo diners that are steps from the front door. Public parking lots include: one block behind Bellissimo (south) on University Drive; one block north on University Drive next door to the Town Hall; one block East on Main Street( Route 236). www.bellissimorestaurant for maps
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Carpaccio di Carne$10.00
thinly sliced beef w/ parmesan, arugula & olive oil
Toretti di Mozzarella$8.00
Tower of fresh mozzarella, basil & tomatoes in a light balsamic vinaigrette
Calamari Fritti$9.00
Fried calamari served w/ a light marinara & fresh lemons
Cozze Marinara$9.00
New Zealand mussels sauteed in olive oil, garlic & spinach w/ an herb white wine marinara
Cozze Bianco$9.00
New Zealand mussels sauteed in olive oil, garlic, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil & spinach in a white wine lemon sauce

Salads

Insalata Bellissimo$7.00
Diced Iceburg, cucumbers, tomato in a red wine vinaigrette topped w/ Goat Cheese
Insalata Espinaci y Fennel$8.00
Baby spinach & fresh Fennel w/ walnuts, lemon vinaigrette & shaved parmesan
Insalata di Rucola$8.00
Arugula tossed in alight balsamic vinaigrette topped w/ thinly shaved parmesan
INSalata Mista$7.00
Mixed organic greens tossed in a light balsamic vinaigrette
Insalata Pollo$11.00
mixed organic greens tossed in a light balsamic vinaigrette w/ sauteed chicken (entrée portion)
Insalata Gamberi$14.00
Organic greens tossed in a light lemon vinaigrette w/ sauteed chrimp (entrée portion)

Soup of the Day

Soup of the day

Pasta

Agnollotti Amore$12.00
homemade egg pasta stuffed w/ goat cheeses spinach in a light cream goat cheese sauce
Fettucine al Ragu Salsiccia$12.00
ragu of sausage & goat cheese
Linguini Vegetarian$11.00
zucchini, red peppers, spinach, & cherry tomatoes sauteed in garlic, fresh basil & olive oil w/ linguine
Gnocci Tomato$11.00
Potato dumplings served in a light herb marinara
Penne Putanesca$11.00
Penne tossed in a light fresh herb marinara with black olives & anchovies
Fettucine al Pesto$11.00
Fettucine tossed in our special homemade pesto topped w fresh mozzarella
Linguine w/ Cozze marinara$13.00
Linguine w/New Zealand mussels sauteed in olive oil, garlic & spinach w/ an herb white wine marinara
Linguine w/ Cozze bianCo$13.00
linguine w/ New Zealand mussels sauteed in olive oil, garlic, cherry tomatoes, basil & spinach in a white wine lemon sauce

Fish

Fish of the Day$15.00
Fresh Fish (Changes Daily)

Chicken

Pollo al marsala portabello$12.00
Breast of chicken sauteed in marsala wine w/ fresh portabello mushrooms
Pollo con Salsiccia$12.00
Breast of chicken sauteed with sausage, onions, fresh mushrooms in a light herb marinara

Meat

Vitello al porcini$15.00
Veal sauteed with porcini mushrooms, brandy and a touch of cream
Vitello al Rosemarino$13.00
veal sauteed w/ fresh rosemary in a lemon, butter, white wine sauce
Involtini di Vitello$15.00
veal stuffed with prosciutto, fontina & fresh asparagus in a white wine, shallot, marinara sauce

Menu Gastronomic

Menu Gastronomic$19.00
Chef's 3 course lunch menu that changes daily - the best way to have a Splendid lunch with us!

What 1,328 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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JenniferM
Richmond
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
We were pleasantly surprised to find this little gem near the campus of George Mason University to celebrate my son's graduation. Food Was excellent. They accommodated our party of 8. Intimate location in Old Town Fairfax is on Fairfax.
TS
TonyS
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall2food3service1ambience4
Food was average. Service was very poor. Local restaurant that we had never been to and was hoping to frequent to support independent business. But sadly, we won't be returning
DP
DevonP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time and will definitely return. Food was amazing, only criticism is the serving size. The kids menu portion was a bit more than my adult entree, but the quality of the food was fantastic.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Boise
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, very nice ambiance, great service. Good knowledgeable servers!
TG
TrynaG
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinner was wonderful. The staff was very nice. They gave us time and space to chat and thoroughly enjoy our dinner!!!
IK
IgorK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice Italian atmosphere Clean and beautiful interior
W
Wine4me
Washington DC
88 reviews
vip
5.0
88 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I love Bellissimo, it’s our favorite Italian restaurant. We invited some friends to join us who had never been there and they loved everything about it, the ambience, service, and most of all the authentic Italian entrees. We are never disappointed when we go to Bellissimo.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The server was very attentive and informative! Food was authentic and extremely delicious. Absolutely great experience and will definitely be visiting again.
D
Discriminatingdiner
Washington DC
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
This is one of our favorite restaurants in the Fairfax area for a delicious meal in an upscale environment. There are always a few specials of the day...and you can't go wrong by ordering one of them! The waiter was great and knowledgeable of the menu and what foods were in individual dishes. This is a small family owned and operated restaurant which we choose for celebrating in a cozy environment with excellent food and service.
PA
PATC
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely evening. Great service
EB
EliotB
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time here. Really delightful food, ambiance and service. Reasonably priced as well.
WA
2WineAndDine
Washington DC
32 reviews
2.0
32 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience2
We have been to this restaurant several times over the years and had a good experience. This time the evening could have been better. The food was not as good as usual (shrimp dish was tough) and there were not as many choices on the menu as we can remember. The thing that made the night most irritating (which is not the fault of the restaurant) is the fact that the table next to us had six people dining and the three women were laughing so incredibly loud that we could hardly carry on a conversation!!! People, listen carefully, you are not the only ones in the restaurant and other people want to have a quiet, relaxing dining experience so keep the voice level down, PLEASE, especially in a SMALL restaurant.
PA
PATC
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely experience
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Wine4me
Washington DC
89 reviews
vip
5.0
89 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bellissimo is our favorite Italian restaurant. My husband loves the Vitelli Al Porcini. I ordered Linguini Al Frutti Mare with just mussels, it usually comes with loads of clams, shrimp, scallops, and calamari. Delicious! When our desserts came I ordered a glass of red wine to accompany the chocolate flavors…..Ray brought me a glass of Porto, which I had never had, excellent recommendation….. I can’t say enough good things about this restaurant, it’s a gem! Service is consistently wonderful, food excellent! A true Italian experience….. never a disappointment…..
KN
KirkN
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great. Treated like kings, excellent food.
CP
CrisP
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Food was very good, fresh and well presented.service was friendly
PJ
PhilJ
Richmond
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was a wonderful Italian gem hidden away in central Fairfax. We dined early (we were the only ones in the restaurant) so enjoyed singular attention. The food was fresh, fine dining.
B
Bluette
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 5, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience3
Service was excellent. However, the food was average, overpriced and salty. Recommended wine (also overpriced) peaked halfway through the meal. White tablecloths are a nice touch, but the place is in need of an update. OK to try once, but not worth a second visit.
K
Kyle
Baltimore
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 5, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Service was slow, presumably because they were short-handed and were looking for help. The wine menu promised a lot more than they actually had available. The food was very good. The noise level made conversation difficult.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We tried the tasting menu and it was full of flavor. Best value we've ever had.
MC
MargaretC
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
We tried Bellissimo for the first time after reading reviews. We got the 5 course meal for 2. Although everything is the Chef's choice, it was all outstanding and an unbelievable value at $109. The service is a little slow; however considering the number of staff, the wait is worth it. Staff are very attentive. Just relax and enjoy. We will definitely go again.
SC
SaraC
Washington DC
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great date night dinner. The food, house cab, and service were fantastic! Thank you.
Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on April 1, 2022
Thank you for your kind words. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your time with us and are eager to see you again!
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Foodlover
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of our favorite restaurants—the cuisine is always fantastic. I had scallops with linguine in a light tomato based sauce—scallops were done just right, incredibly buttery, not over cooked, it was just perfect. We’ve never had a bad meal here, highly recommend. The service is always impeccable and you get a wonderful cozy ambience
Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on April 1, 2022
YES- the scallops with linguine is one of our favorites, too! Thank you for letting us know. We will see you again soon!
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Patricia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was excellent. The food was delicious. Everyone was very very nice. We have been ordering food out from your restruant for the last three years. Our new tradition is ordering from your restruant on Christmas Eve. Thanks for excellent service.
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Wine4me
Washington DC
89 reviews
vip
5.0
89 reviews
Dined on March 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite Italian restaurant. My husband had the veal and almost licked the plate. We shared some mussels as an appetizer, which were awesome in a light sauce. Salmon was perfect and I got a side of pasta rather than the mashed potatoes. Highly recommend…..
LP
LisaP
Baltimore
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Quite Gem! Amazing food and good service. Nice atmosphere. Small and intimate. We always have a wonderful meal there!
HW
HughW
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful meal, love the small setting. Staff was very helpful and attentive.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience2
Read great review so was looking forward to a nice Saturday dinner. Walked in and was immediately seated but the service dropped off a cliff after that. Watched four other tables get their drinks and bread before we did (all seated after us) and the server was cold, inattentive and disinterested. Offered zero guidance on a wine bottle selection or explained the 3-course option for Restaurant Week. Food was decent but not noteworthy. Overall super disappointing experience and honestly? Just go to Dolce Vita. We wanted to love this place so bad.
Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on April 1, 2022
We are so sorry about your recent experience with us. Restaurant Week unfortunately can get very busy- we do our best, but we are sorry we fell short. Please give us another try- we will try and make it up to you. Feel free to call me on my cell at 202 262 3726 to discuss further. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. We appreciate it!
SM
SteveM
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A friend recommended this chef-owned restaurant and it was excellent. The chef is a maestro of the pan sauce.
Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on April 1, 2022
Yes, he is! Thank you for saying that- we really appreciate it! See you soon!
CS
CScottB
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time to this quaint little restaurant. Greeted warmly and served some of the best, hand made Italian cuisine we have enjoyed in a while. Recommend trying this one out. It is worth the night out
MC
MC23
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were looking for a really good Italian restaurant in our area and found one. Restaurant week was helpful.
CK
CK34
Washington DC
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous Northern Italian cuisine served in a delightful setting with attentive service...what more could a person ask for!
LS
LSlikesfood
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food and service! Came for restaurant week, will cone back!
KS
KevinS
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came from about 225 miles away for an event on the George Mason University campus. When I made reservations for the hotel, I also checked neighboring restaurants. Bellissimo Restaurant was the first to catch my eye. I made the reservation online quickly and easily. My wife and I were seated immediately. The restaurant was quaint and pleasant with comfortable seating. The staff was excellent in that we were not rushed or interrupted. The presentation was magazine quality. The serving size was perfect for us! My Chicken Florentina and my wife's Crab Meat Ravioli were both excellent! There is no doubt we would choose Bellissimo again!
MW
MicheleW
Richmond
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been here many times and never disappointed!!! Restaurant week is also a must here! Pasta is always fresh and hot and the meats, seafood amazing!!
L
Larry
Washington DC
139 reviews
vip
5.0
139 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food with great service. Chef owned and operated. Very nice Italian food.
P
Pitcher
Washington DC
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal as usual. Price was a good value. Good service and nice quiet table.
SB
SusanB
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took advantage of Fairfax county restaurant week and I’m so glad I did. It was delicious! I had the lamb shank that fell off the bone and my friend had chicken Marsala which also was very good. It’s a smaller place but that adds the the ambiance. I can’t wait to come back and try other menu items.
EK
ElizabethK
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful!
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bernardk
Baltimore
55 reviews
vip
5.0
55 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I live in Annapolis, MD, but if were we find ourselves in the other side of the Washington Beltway at dinner time, our restaurant of choice is always Bellissimo's in Fairfax, Va. and we can comfortably recommend Bellissimo's to our family and friends.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Bellissimo Restaurant using the Order Online button. Bellissimo Restaurant also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bellissimo Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 293-2367.

Bellissimo Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1328 OpenTable diners.

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