Primi Piatti

Name: Primi Piatti
Address: 2013 I Street, NW, Washington, DC, United States, 20006
Telephone: (202) 223-3600
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4

4 (649)

$30 and under

Italian

2013 I Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006

About this restaurant

Innovative
Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining

Primi Piatti has been in business and serving the area of Washington DC since 1987. One of the most interesting aspects of the restaurant is that it was the first restaurant to import its wood-burning grill from Italy to make authentic Italian pizza. Primi Piatti is known for a world-class atmosphere and the place to be for late night dinning. It�s classy and comfortable with beautiful sconce lighting. Primi Piatti offers a bar lunch meal that is affordable and tasty. You can indulge in pan roasted filet of salmon with butter, lemon and capers sauce or try the roasted lamb with mint, anchovies and rosemary. A Caesar salad comes with each entr�e, as well. If you are in the mood for pizza, the positano with mozzarella, arugula, prosciutto, basil and shaved parmigiana is a great bet.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 2:30pm; Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:30pm Happy Hour 04:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Phone number
(202) 223-3600
Website
http://www.primipiatti.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Savino Recine
Catering
The dining room has a cozy atmosphere with dark wood and glass panels. The restaurant seating is divided into three sections, offering private seating for large parties. The maximum seating in the main dining room is 120. A large private room “The Secondi Piatti” accommodates 40 and a small private room “The Wine Sellar” seat 20 and all together seat 60 people. The bar lounge is very large and can seat 30, but can hold up to 60 standing.
Private party facilities
Primi Piatti has been in business and serving the patrons of the Washington DC metroplolitan area since 1987. The restaurant has been recognized for its excellent service and authentic menu with many rewards from members of the media and by food and beverage critics.

Location
2013 I Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006
Neighborhood
Downtown
Parking details
Valet parking from 5:00pm $8.00
Public transit
Three blocks from foggy bottom and farragut west Metro stations
Entertainment
New Year's Eve at Primi PiattiSavino's best STAGE MAGIC SHOW with a great six course dinner,Savino will perform his best illusions and for the finale will perform a very dangerous stunt called "THE BULLET CATCH"Which some Magicians tried and did not succeed.Join us for an evening that you will cherish for a long time
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Calamari Fritti
fried calamari, truffle aioli and spicy tomato sauce
Cappesante Su Purea Di Zucca
sea-scallops over pumpkin puree, black beans, pomegranate-port reduction
Calamari Ripieni Con Salciccia
calamari stuffed with spicy sausage stewed in a very flavorful tomato sauce, over bruschetta
Rollatini Di Melanzana
sliced eggplant rolled with provolone cheese mousse baked with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese
Polipo Con Purea Di Ceci
octopus over chickpeas puree and green sauce
Carpaccio Di Manzo
beef carpaccio with avocado, hearts of palm, olive oil and lemon dressing
Tartara Di Tonno
fresh lightly spicy tuna tartare over avocado, flavored with soy, ginger and lime juice, topped with fresh radishes
Peperoni Arrostiti
roasted peppers with homemade mozzarella and flavored with caper-basil vinaigrette
Scampi Con Zucchini
shrimp and zucchini flavor with capers-mustard-olive-shallots dressing
Burrata Su Lenticchie
burrata cheese over lentils flavor with olive oil and balsamic

Salads

caesar salad and caprese available

Pomodorini Con Avocado
fresh cherry tomatoes, avocado, olive oil and basil
Insalata Mista
mixed wild greens with olive oil and red wine vinegar
Insalata Di Bietole E Arugula
beet, arugula, goat cheese, toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, avocado, shallots-balsamic-honey vinaigrette

Soups

Zuppa Di Zucca
butternut squash soup with mascarpone and lemon-honey walnuts
Cipollata
tuscan onion soup

Pasta

Rigatoni Con Aragosta E Zenzero
rigatoni with lobster, lobster broth, green peas, brandy and touch of cream
Fettuccine Al Nero
black ink fettuccini with crabmeat and shrimp flavored with garlic, olive oil and hot pepper
Spaghetti Alla Chitarra
house made spaghetti with beef ragu
Agnolotti
pasta stuffed with ricotta cheese and spinach served with pistachio-cream sauce
Ravioli
beef ravioli in tomato sauce
Gnocchi Al Ragu D'anatra
homemade potato dumplings with duck ragu
Cappellacci Alla Zucca E Amaretti
homemade hat shaped ravioli stuffed with pumpkin and amaretto cookies in butter-sage sauce
Orecchiette Con Salciccia E Bietole
orecchiette pasta with fennel sausage and swiss chard
Cavatelli Con Funghi E Caprino
homemade cavatelli with mushrooms and goat cheese
Capellini
thin spaghetti with julienne of vegetables and tomato sauce
Mezzi Rigatoni Con Pomodorini Importati
simplicity at its very best: half rigatoni with imported cherry tomatoes, garlic and basil

Meat / Fish

Ivoltini Di Pesce Spada Alla Siciliana
sword fish involtini sicilian style stuffed with fresh herbs and orange zest, braised with olives, caper, pine nuts currants and tomato sauce
Rock Fish All'acqua Pazza
rock fish filet simmered in tomato-garlic broth, oven-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, and capers
Tonno Con Fave
pan-roasted center-cut tuna filet marinated in balsamic and served over fava beans with chianti reduction and lobster broth
Salmone Con Lenticchie
salmon filet over a bed of lentils with port reduction
Stinco Di Agnello
braised lamb shank with white beans puree
Bistecca Al Balsamico
pan-roasted rib eye flavored with porcini powder and aged balsamic vinegar
Pollo Ripieno Con Zucca
chicken breast stuffed with pumpkin, amaretto cookies and prosciutto, flavored with sage and lemon peel
Brasato Di Vitllo Ripieno
veal shoulder stuffed with ground veal, sausage, dried currants, pecorino, swiss chard and boiled eggs, braised with a very flavorful tomato sauce
Bistecchina Con Funghi
hanger steak with wild mushrooms in lemon-thyme vinaigrette
Abbacchio Alla Romana
roman most famous lamb dish: roasted lamb with rosemary, anchovies, mint leaves chiffonade, served with roasted potatoes
Cinghiale Stufato Con Funghi E Salciccia
wild boar stewed with mushrooms, chestnuts and spicy sausage

Pizzas

8 inches

Pizza Primi Piatti
roasted peppers and fontina cheese
Pizza Margherita
tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese and basil
Carrettiera
smoked mozzarella, sausage and rapini
Parmigiana
tomato sauce, eggplant, mozzarella, basil and parmigiano
Positano
mozzarella, arugula, prosciutto, basil and shaved parmigiano
Oro Di Napoli
prosciutto and gorgonzola cheese

What 649 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

4.0

4.0 based on all time ratings

4.0Food
4.1Service
3.9Ambience
0.2Value

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649 Reviews

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MarthaCritique VIP
Washington, D.C. Area76 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 19, 2016
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Not the optimal place to eat. Uneven service and delivered the wrong order.
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LovesToDineInSunshine
Fort Lauderdale18 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 13, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Primi Piatti has delicious, fresh and vibrant food menu. The attention to detail by the staff is incredible. I will certainly be back!
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MarkoS
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
2.0
Dined on May 11, 2016
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Far too expensive for below average quality of food. Pitty
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Rocky
Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 6, 2016
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I had given up on Primi Piatti as restaurant with a predictable menu of conventional dishes that were unexceptional. It seemed to survive mostly by catering to expense account types at lunchtime. So a recent meal there was a welcome surprise. The service was excellent -- an elegant, worldly Moroccan waiter, who would be as comfortable in a Paris bistro as in a Rabat eatery -- the wine list was sufficiently varied and the single glass options were reasonably priced (and delicious). My salmon and vegetables, although a little buttery, were cooked to perfection; my lunch mate's selection, a seafood special, left him happy as a clam. I will definitely be going back soon!
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Cargi21
London18 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 2, 2016
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Booked for convenience as we were staying in the hotel next door. There was a thunderstorm around the time we made dinner reservations so the short walk for our 93-yr old relative's birthday seemed a better choice than getting soaked getting in & out of a cab. We were greeted & shown to our table for 8 however on closer inspection of the wine menu, the anticipation soon wore off. $11 for a small glass of wine I felt was disgusting, the rest of our party apart from 2 stuck to water. The waiter seemed very curt & offered no help at all when a member of the party tried to decide between the lobster rigatoni & the tuna... "well they're different" wasn't exactly helpful! My mother & I shared a beetroot, goats' cheese & walnut salad to start which was tasty & they did at least split it in half for us although could've been half the $13.50 asking price.My father had a well cooked but pretty average ribeye steak at $37.50, grossly overpriced with a few diced potatoes & limp vegetables, for that price you'd expect a decent baked potato with trimmings & a pile of fresh vegetables or a beautifully presented side salad. My parmesan, prosciutto & rocket pizza was OK but again average for $20. The remainder of our party chose to share their entrées & said it was tasty, the salmon did look appetising but again wasn't worth the price. When we mentioned there were 2 birthdays in the party, they sent one complimentary tiramisu slice to be shared between the whole table which seemed pretty mean, after spending the amount we had, a few slices between the table would've been a nicer touch as I've seen in other restaurants, one even brought out a whole, homemade cake! They weren't overrun with clientele this particular evening because of the atrocious weather so it would've been a lovely touch to throw in some desserts to finish the meal off on a positive note. On the whole, OK but much better value available elsewhere with friendlier staff. Many improvements to be made here.
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Mangetoutrodney
Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We visited Primi Piatti anticipating a delicious meal and were not disappointed. The calamari was light as air . The salad had a simple, but tasty dressing. The pasta dishes were perfectly seasoned. The desserts were sinful! Our wine was of good quality. Our waiter was knowledgeable and fun. We enjoyed our trip to Primi Piatti.
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ClevelandRed
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 25, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Another very good lunch at Primi Piatti. I have had the fish daily special a number of times and it has been uniformly tasty. This time was trout - ample portion, seemed quite fresh and neither over nor under cooked. The steamed vegetables were decent, but slightly undercooked for my taste. In nice spring weather (all two days of it this year) the outside seating is nice as long as Pennsylvania Avenue (100 feet away) does not have a motorcade with accompanying sirens. The waiters are very polished, yet friendly, and not at all intrusive. Inside is reasonably quiet.
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Prodiver46 VIP
Chicago / Illinois61 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 21, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance of the restaurant is relaxing and comfortable. With the patio doors open the breeze offered comfortable outdoor feel that really enhanced the dinning experience. The food was well prepared with portions that were not overwhelming.
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JoeG
Denver / Colorado1 review
5.0
Dined on April 16, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were in DC for a family vacation and picked Primi Piatti for a nice dinner out. From the moment we arrived it was delightful! The ambiance is traditional Italian, the waitstaff are all pros with warm, friendly demeanors, the food is delicious and the wine list bountiful. The owner charmed us all night with his magical illusions and slight of hand :-) Our 13 old son felt welcome and accommodated. I highly recommend Primi Piatti for a nice dining experience!
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Wash
Pittsburgh / Western PA45 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 16, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very pleasant Italian restaurant with a welcoming interior and outside dining as well. The dinner we had was quite nice and the drinks were good. This is a nice place for Kennedy Center patrons before or after the symphony, theater, etc.
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2013 I Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006

Additional information

Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 2:30pm; Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:30pm Happy Hour 04:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet parking from 5:00pm $8.00
Public transit
Three blocks from foggy bottom and farragut west Metro stations
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Savino Recine
Entertainment
New Year's Eve at Primi PiattiSavino's best STAGE MAGIC SHOW with a great six course dinner,Savino will perform his best illusions and for the finale will perform a very dangerous stunt called "THE BULLET CATCH"Which some Magicians tried and did not succeed.Join us for an evening that you will cherish for a long time
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.primipiatti.com/
Phone number
(202) 223-3600
Catering
The dining room has a cozy atmosphere with dark wood and glass panels. The restaurant seating is divided into three sections, offering private seating for large parties. The maximum seating in the main dining room is 120. A large private room “The Secondi Piatti” accommodates 40 and a small private room “The Wine Sellar” seat 20 and all together seat 60 people. The bar lounge is very large and can seat 30, but can hold up to 60 standing.
Private party facilities
Primi Piatti has been in business and serving the patrons of the Washington DC metroplolitan area since 1987. The restaurant has been recognized for its excellent service and authentic menu with many rewards from members of the media and by food and beverage critics.

Primi Piatti

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Appetizers

Calamari Fritti

Cappesante Su Purea Di Zucca

Calamari Ripieni Con Salciccia

Rollatini Di Melanzana

Polipo Con Purea Di Ceci

Carpaccio Di Manzo

Tartara Di Tonno

Peperoni Arrostiti

Scampi Con Zucchini

Burrata Su Lenticchie

Salads

Pomodorini Con Avocado

Insalata Mista

Insalata Di Bietole E Arugula

Soups

Zuppa Di Zucca

Cipollata

Pasta

Rigatoni Con Aragosta E Zenzero

Fettuccine Al Nero

Spaghetti Alla Chitarra

Agnolotti

Ravioli

Gnocchi Al Ragu D'anatra

Cappellacci Alla Zucca E Amaretti

Orecchiette Con Salciccia E Bietole

Cavatelli Con Funghi E Caprino

Capellini

Mezzi Rigatoni Con Pomodorini Importati

Meat / Fish

Ivoltini Di Pesce Spada Alla Siciliana

Rock Fish All'acqua Pazza

Tonno Con Fave

Salmone Con Lenticchie

Stinco Di Agnello

Bistecca Al Balsamico

Pollo Ripieno Con Zucca

Brasato Di Vitllo Ripieno

Bistecchina Con Funghi

Abbacchio Alla Romana

Cinghiale Stufato Con Funghi E Salciccia

Pizzas

Pizza Primi Piatti

Pizza Margherita

Carrettiera

Parmigiana

Positano

Oro Di Napoli

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