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The dining room at Il Piatto. - Il Piatto, Washington, DC

Il Piatto

4.4 (734)
$30 and under
Italian
900 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20006

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Il Piatto is the modern expression of the classic Italian cuisine. Enjoy a selection of antipasto, pastas, gnocchi, and more!

Our private dining package seats 35 guests or holds a reception for 50 guests. With a view of the wine cellar, our Italian restaurant is perfect for all kinds of events.

Il Piatto is open for lunch, brunch, dinner and happy hour.
*Please note, we serve brunch on holiday Mondays and the 4th of July*

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 506-3833
  • Website
    http://ilpiattodc.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Our chic private dining room offers an intimate experience with a view of our expansive wine cellar. The room comfortably seats 37 guests or can accommodate 55 guests reception style.
  • Private party contact
    Jordan Hammes: (202) 506-3833
  • Location
    900 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20006
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    I (Eye) street NW
  • Parking details
    There are multiple garages on I St NW and as well as street/meter parking. We do not offer valet parking.
  • Public transit
    McPherson Square, White House exit - Blue, Orange and Silver LineFarragut North - Red LineFarragut West - Blue, Orange and Silver Line
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 734 people are saying

Il Piatto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Piatto offers "amazing food" with a diverse menu, highlighted by standout dishes like the "short rib cream pesto ravioli" and traditional Italian fare. Diners appreciate the "welcoming atmosphere" and "great patio experience." While service quality varies, the attentive staff enhances dining experiences. Be aware of the 20% operational fee.
734 Reviews

  1. Debbie

    New York City22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious meal was enjoyed by 5 of us. Rice balls, salmon, gnocchi, ravioli, and papardelle were all good.

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  2. William B. VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I both had excellent meals. She ordered the short ribs which were tasty, generous in quantity, and reasonably priced. I ordered the rack of lamb which was perfectly cooked and also very tasty. The restaurant was quiet since it wasn't particularly busy and the service was attentive and prompt. An excellent experience overall

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  3. Mary VIP

    Alabama9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here to say the service and staff were incredibly welcoming and solicitous. The food was delicious, too!

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  4. Dominick VIP

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Pleasant dinner on the patio. Extensive menu and wine list. 

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  5. Thea VIP

    Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic food and service! Would definitely go back.

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  6. Chuck VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Amazing food, but lack of service. Plus the restaurant surprises you with a message on the bill that they automatically include a 20% service fee to help supplement rising costs. That shouldn't be on the patron to support. It's called the cost of doing business. Sure, raise your menu prices but don't put it on a bill with a statement like that. Server only checked on us once throughout the dining experience, and that was with the place only having 3-4 tables of people. Needless to say, she got a $5 tip, the restaurant can give her the 20% fee added in our bill.

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  7. Phillip

    Atlanta6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente ambiance and food. The service was spot on but like another post stated, it’s silly to have a 20% operational service fee, which it states it’s not a tip, all the while the receipt states “additional tip”, just so your menu prices don’t look expensive. Covid is over so there’s no need for this.

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  8. Jill

    Washington, D.C. Area35 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Air conditioning was out on a very warm humid day and we weren’t notified beforehand even though we had reservations. Timing was a bit off between courses. They did honor a request I had put in for some special dessert additions, so that was appreciated!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Miami - Dade5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service and the food were genuinely good—thank you for that. However, I was taken aback by the unexpected 20% “operational cost” added to the bill. For the love of God, just raise your menu prices if needed, but don’t surprise your customers with an extra charge and then clarify that it’s not a tip. It should be my choice how I tip for service, and this fee feels misleading. At the very least, it should be communicated clearly and upfront, not discovered at the bottom of the receipt.

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  10. Jennifer

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Well prepared, traditional Italian fare at a nice and comfortable downtown location . Good wine list. Good service. Reasonable noise level.

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FAQs

Il Piatto offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 506-3833.

Il Piatto is rated 4.4 stars by 734 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Google Map for Il Piatto

900 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20006

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    I (Eye) street NW
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There are multiple garages on I St NW and as well as street/meter parking. We do not offer valet parking.
  • Public transit
    McPherson Square, White House exit - Blue, Orange and Silver LineFarragut North - Red LineFarragut West - Blue, Orange and Silver Line
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://ilpiattodc.com/
  • Phone number
    (202) 506-3833
  • Private party facilities
    Our chic private dining room offers an intimate experience with a view of our expansive wine cellar. The room comfortably seats 37 guests or can accommodate 55 guests reception style.
  • Private party contact
    Jordan Hammes: (202) 506-3833

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