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Modena, Washington, DC

Modena

4.5 (1229)
$31 to $50
Italian
1199 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20005

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Modena presents Italian-inspired cuisine that takes heavy cues from seasonal and regionally sourced ingredients. Modena balances classic cuisine with a modern approach, all enhanced by Chef Joshua Hunt's passionate and creative touch.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon 5:00 pm–7:30 pm Tue–Fri 3:30 pm–7:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 216-9550
  • Website
    http://www.modenadc.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Benjamin Lambert
  • Catering
    With advance notice, limited off-site catering is available:<br /><br />https://knightsbridge.tripleseat.com/party_request/9553
  • Private party facilities
    Featuring high-style Milano design and ample private dining options with Executive Chef Josh Hunt in the kitchen.https://knightsbridge.tripleseat.com/party_request/9553
  • Private party contact
    Erin Hawkins: (202) 916-5675
  • Location
    1199 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20005
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    12th and H street NW
  • Parking details
    Valet available from 5pm to 10pm Friday and Saturday only pending staffing.Limited street parking is available. Ample garage parking nearby at City Center one block away on 11th ST, open 24/7.
  • Public transit
    Metro Center is the closest metro stop, it is located at 12th and G street and our front door is one block away at the corner of 12th and H street.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Italian-American Mother's Day 2025

    May 11, 2025 only
    Treat your Mother to Italian-American classics presented by Chef Joshua Hunt
    Italian-American Mother's Day 2025 Photo

Private dining

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Menu

Modena's menu was last updated on 1/15/2023.

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What 1,229 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Modena offers a charming dining experience with "wonderful staff" and "delicious food" highlighted by its authentic Italian flavors. Patrons praise the "excellent service" and "intimate ambiance," perfect for both casual and special occasions. Standout dishes include the pesto gnocchi and seafood options, complemented by a "diverse wine list."

1,229 Reviews

  1. Philip VIP

    New York City16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed our quiet dinner for two. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu, and her recommendations were spot on. The homemade pasta was delicious, and there were excellent wine choices.

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  2. Joe VIP

    Washington DC316 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    First time visit. Great Italian food, wine list to compliment any budget. Fried artichoke appetizer was sensational! I had the pasta with ground lamb and she, risotto with truffles...both sensational. Service was A+.

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  3. Debra VIP

    Raleigh6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Disappointed in the food. My brodeto was overcooked, including the pasta. The seafood cannelloni had an unusual flavor. The service started well but went downhill. Would not go again.

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  4. Jane VIP

    Washington DC31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my birthday and I received lots of special recognition and great cocktails, artichoke appetizer and duck entree. Perfect evening for 4 of us; great vibes.

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  5. Elizabeth

    New York City18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an absolutely wonderful time for dinner and drinks. Services was impeccable and food was delicious!

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  6. Gianluca VIP

    Houston18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat on patio which was nice given weather. Food had some nice plates but some were not as good. Order a cheese plate that didn’t come with any bread or crackers. Spaghetti vongole had some larger pieces that were not sure what they were but not what I expected. Octopus was good.

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  7. Stuart

    Kansas City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food & atmosphere. Our waitress was wonderful. The sound in the restaurant has bad acoustics so it was difficult to hear the waitress at times. We had Rigatoni, Sea Bass & Seafood cannelloni. They have a diverse wine list & yummy cocktail menu. Try the Cafe Modena cocktail. I highly recommend indulging yourself.

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  8. ronald

    Washington DC1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great dining experience. Food was good and well presented. The atmosphere has an upscale relaxed vibe making it suitable for a date night or just good bf out for a nice dinner with family. The biggest highlight was our server who was extremely knowledgeable about everything on the menu and one could tell he truly takes his craft seriously. Will definitely be coming back again.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience, wonderful staff, very welcoming and supportive of my decision moving to the dmv.

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    Tallahassee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress (Souda I believe) was amazing. Very personable and professional. We had a family of six and she was very attentive to all of us, even sharing time with our kids and sharing about hers as well. The food was also amazing, the flavors of each dish were flavorful. The restaurant was smaller inside, but was great because it wasn’t too loud and service was fast. 10/10 recommend!

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FAQs

Modena offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 216-9550.

Modena is rated 4.5 stars by 1229 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 15 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Modena

1199 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20005

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    12th and H street NW
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon 5:00 pm–7:30 pm Tue–Fri 3:30 pm–7:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet available from 5pm to 10pm Friday and Saturday only pending staffing.Limited street parking is available. Ample garage parking nearby at City Center one block away on 11th ST, open 24/7.
  • Public transit
    Metro Center is the closest metro stop, it is located at 12th and G street and our front door is one block away at the corner of 12th and H street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Benjamin Lambert
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.modenadc.com/
  • Phone number
    (202) 216-9550
  • Catering
    With advance notice, limited off-site catering is available:<br /><br />https://knightsbridge.tripleseat.com/party_request/9553
  • Private party facilities
    Featuring high-style Milano design and ample private dining options with Executive Chef Josh Hunt in the kitchen.https://knightsbridge.tripleseat.com/party_request/9553
  • Private party contact
    Erin Hawkins: (202) 916-5675
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