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Ristorante Piccolo

4.6
4.6
2806 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Ristorante Piccolo is a romantic and unique Italian trattoria full of the warm-hearted wines and food that match the spirit of Italy, loved by Washingtonians and visitors alike! It is a tiny gem just off the beaten path in Georgetown, offering one of the best seats in Georgetown—a second-floor balcony overlooking Georgetown and the historic C and O Canal (available on a first-come, first-served basis). Piccolo is a very popular spot for rehearsal dinners and other celebrations, known for great food and smoothly-operated events! Piccolo will happily surprise you with its excellent food, service, wines and atmosphere--with 3 cozy fireplaces, 2 beautiful wall water features, unique ironwork throughout adding to the warmth and romance of the restaurant. A strolling violinist sets the perfect mood for romantic dining Friday and Saturday evenings. Piccolo has won TASTE OF GEORGETOWN awards 4 times, every year Diners Choice awards, The Tastemaker Award and TripAdvisor Award of Excellence.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 30 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (202) 342-7414

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Arnaldo Rubio

  • Catering

    We offer off-site catering--please contact our Events Office at 202-997-7434.

  • Private party facilities

    Two beautiful private spaces await you in the Heart of Historic Georgetown. You and your guests will be surrounded in the warmth and elegance of this converted nearly 300-year-old row house. Experienced staff, delicious prix-fixe menus, no room fees.

  • Private party contact

    Karen Wilkinson: (888) 472-5094

  • Neighborhood

    Georgetown

  • Cross street

    M Street

  • Parking details

    Public garage next door and street parking.

  • Public transit

    Arriving every ten minutes, from 7 a.m. to midnight everyday, the red, black, and yellow-striped Circulator bus. Get to and from Georgetown via M Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW. $1.<br />Blue Georgetown Metro Connector bus picks up from Dupont Cir & Rosslyn Metro to M Street in Georgetown. We are near the corner of 31st and M Streets.

  • Entertainment

    Strolling violinist every Friday and Saturday evening

  • Additional

    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 2,806 people are saying

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

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

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  1. Micheleh

    Washington DC

    84 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    84 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Loved the fresh pasta, veal, wine. The violinist was a nice touch!
  2. MaunaloaandMitM

    Portland

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    greeted and sat at a table promptly waited a bit for water and cocktail food arrived quick enough from an empty dining room ordered 4 apps NO BREAD! what italian restaurant EVER runs out of bread? esp with many italian restaurants next door and nearby! I ordered mussels, in which i believe should have been mentioned that no baguettes in house. i did bring it up to our server, He removed the cost from our bill, ALONG WITH THE DISH OF MUSSELS DELIVERED TO OUR TABLE. WTH! we ate quickly and disappointed, ready to leave this situation. NEVER Again and will not recommend this place to anyone! btw: after we paid for the bill, someone bought over a small plate of naan or homemade something. too late! and i no longer had mussels to sop up!
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall2food2service1ambience1
    They were just kind of rude and there are way better Italian restaurants on the same street. The place was empty but the host acted like he wouldn’t seat us without our whole party. I understand if it’s packed, but there was one other table in a huge restaurant. Even when we left, the place was empty, so it’s not like they had tons of reservations coming in. Customer service these days is just going down the tubes. Can I just be greeted pleasantly? I mean, geez. Also, they shoved our five top into this tiny table in a corner, and we joked about if all of our plates would fit (they didn’t, and the waiters struggled to get our plates on the table, forcing us to hold them while they figured it out). Why not just put us at one of the giant empty tables in the empty restaurant? Food was ok…nothing great. Sauce tasted like a can. Il canali is right there next to this place. Way better quality and service. Just go there.
  4. DominickM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    The ambience was so romantic. I loved the live violinist. If you say it’s your birthday you will get a slice of cake and a violin serenade. Waiter was very blunt and casual. Food was 10/10 italian food.
  5. Marie

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lively Italian restaurant with good food, attentive staff and reasonable pricing. We were celebrating a birthday and the waiter brought her a delicious piece of cake and a perfect cappuccino, (on the house).
  6. Natalie

    Exclusive

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience3
    The food and atmosphere were good. However, the waiter was not friendly, appeared angry and was mumbling something to himself in Italian when taking order. That was disappointing.
  7. AllisonM

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    We started with fried Calamari. It was mostly rings, which was good, but it was too chewy. Was it too old, or just undercooked, who knows? My wife had the Tortellini, which was a large serving, and she was satisfied with it. I had the Agonoloti, which was an ample serving. It was good, but very rich. It was supposed to be their signature dish, and if so, their top of the line is not exceptional. The restaurant is relatively small, but it still took a long time to get served. On the other hand, it was Saturday night and it was very busy. Nevertheless, on the whole, we think we could do better elsewhere and won't be coming back anytime soon.
  8. ChrisD

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience4
    Food quality was poor and very bland. Waiter took our order and did not return until we finished our meal. We liked the ambiance but were disappointed in the meal.
  9. David

    Salt Lake City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious handmade pasta! Portion size appropriate for an adult. Service was spectacular; water glasses never went empty & servers were nearby to attend to any needs.
  10. Adele

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service!! One of the best Italian restaurants in DC!
  11. Kristin

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place was really great on a Saturday night. The food was amazing, and the service was prompt and pleasant.
  12. DaniS

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I really loved this restaurant! It has an intimate feeling, was upscale but did not feel like I could not arrive in jeans either. They had a nice fire going in the fireplace for the crisp day! The host was charming, our waiter was excellent with consistent service throughout. I recently had been to Filomena and Il Canale, both were very good, but this place is definitely my favorite among them. The food was outstanding. We had the calamari and meatballs for appetizers. Then ordered veal with crabmeat and pistachio encrusted chicken for our entrees. These were all excellent, just ridiculously good authentic Italian food. Being of Italian descent, I do not say this lightly! We could not decide on a dessert but chose the chocolate cake which was unreal! Because of our indecision our amazing waiter brought over torte di mandorle (winner of the Taste of Georgetown) on the house! It was incredibly kind of him and it was delicious. This is my favorite place in Georgetown and I will be going again bringing my family.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great experience
  14. jerseyroots

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A fantastic Italian food dining experience for those like me who miss Nonna's cooking. Friendly waiters and nice DC vibe.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The restaurant was wonderful. They were not busy on a Monday night so I can't speak to Saturday night, but service was excellent. I started off with a specialty drink made from Bombay gin and Galliano. My husband had tortellini carbonara and I had fettuccine oceana. Speaking for myself, there was a lot of lobster, shrimp and scallops. The sauce was very light and delicious. My husband had a chocolate cake for dessert and I had the prize winning tiramisu. It was a large piece and deserving of the honor. One negative is they did not have decaffeinated coffee. Ristorante Piccolo is a little pricey for us but was the perfect special occasion restaurant.
  16. EdwardS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    My only request is to slow down the pace of food to the table, I felt rushed, main meal came before I finished my salad. I also appreciate when staff not interrupt multiple times our conversation. My experience in Rome, Florence, and Venice was a more relaxing dinner experience. I think the blue of the experience could be enhanced here as well. Could have been the specific waiter, as my prior experiences were more favorable and less rushed.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mother daughter dinner. Great experience. Great food. We felt like we were back in Rome, Italy.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was fresh and plentiful - house made pasta and sauce always delicious.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience 10/10 recommend! We had a great time here and they even was flexible with our reservation. Will be back again.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My Moms birthday
  21. AztoTx

    Dallas

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant is located in a darling old home, and the ambiance is very nice. They have a violin player walking around to add a bit of flare. The staff was wonderful; very attentive, helpful and polite. The food was fabulous! Between us we had the grilled rock fish, spaghetti with sausage, tortellini carbonara, and the chicken scallopini. We ordered a bottle of Sangiovese Tuscana, a glass of rose and a glass of Riesling as well as one appetizer and the bill was only $250 for four adults. When we visit DC again we will be sure to return!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing staff, strong menu, everything expertly prepared.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great service very attentive and the violinist was amazing.
  24. mary

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The absolute best. The best. End of story.
  25. Tengo

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent Staff! Best Italian Res in DC. My favorite place to dine any day of the week
  26. ChasTowne

    Charleston

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Appealing Sunday lunch with items pleasing to those wanting eggs and those wanting lunch options. You can also orser off of th menu.
  27. MitchellM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience5
    Porcini ravioli 10/10 Lobster ravioli 10/10 Steak Special 7/10 Service 4/10 - Took almost 20 minutes for anybody to talk to us and rarely saw them again.
  28. CaitlinS

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing and the service was quick. Definitely recommend!
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a must when we are in DC!
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Only knock is that we went on Valentine's day and it felt cramped. Not alot of elbow space. That's the only knock, great food, impeccable service
  31. CliffB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My wife and I celebrated her birthday and Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14th and were really impressed with their caliber of the food. They also had a violinist who was happy to play the birthday song for my wife as we dined on their entire desert menu and the other patrons sang along.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience2
    The table was kinda small and the food took a bit long and after we got our food we didn’t see our server until we asked for the check no once he came back to check on us or anything we were planning on getting some drinks with our meal but did not get the chance to do so since we didn’t see our server for the rest of the time we were there we had to ask someone to get us the check. Hopefully if we go back next time the experience might be different but for our first time going there it wasn’t great at all.
  33. LTandFriends

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Loved the service and attention. The violin player was a great addition.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Beautiful place to celebrate an anniversary. Loved the little Italy feel when you first walk up to the restaurant with the dining on the balcony. I felt like I was in a small oral restaurant in the heart of Italy. The violin player was also a nice romantic touch. My boyfriend and I shared the calamari, the mussels, and the Spaghetti Puttanesca. We also had tiramisu for dessert. It was absolutely splendid! Can’t wait to go back!
  35. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Date night for Friday valentines dinner. The place was super crowded and they put us really tight between 2 tables. Eventually the waiter moved tables farther apart. Very loud, but romantic setting
  36. LynY

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful ambience with strolling violinist. Great food.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Food was mehhhhh - bread came out cold and hard. Server had to give us a new one. Lasagna not a lot of meat. Seafood spaghetti nothing to get excited about. The calamari too chewy and soggy. The food was salty. The only good I can say is our glass of water was always full.
  38. JeffL

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Everything was fantastic except my wife’s seafood had way too much red pepper flakes rendering it too spicy. My meal was delicious. I would return in the hope that the next meal is better.
  39. JayneB

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service and a great meal, can’t wait to go back!
  40. KevinR

    Washington DC

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My friends and I had a wonderful time. The food, service, and ambiance were outstanding. The restaurant is very cozy. -Bravo!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

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Ristorante Piccolo does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats.

Ristorante Piccolo is rated 4.6 stars by 2806 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 30 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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Google Map for Ristorante Piccolo

1068 31st St., NW, Washington, DC 20007

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    M Street

  • Neighborhood

    Georgetown

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Public garage next door and street parking.

  • Public transit

    Arriving every ten minutes, from 7 a.m. to midnight everyday, the red, black, and yellow-striped Circulator bus. Get to and from Georgetown via M Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW. $1.Blue Georgetown Metro Connector bus picks up from Dupont Cir & Rosslyn Metro to M Street in Georgetown. We are near the corner of 31st and M Streets.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Arnaldo Rubio

  • Entertainment

    Strolling violinist every Friday and Saturday evening

  • Additional

    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

  • Phone number

    (202) 342-7414

  • Catering

    We offer off-site catering--please contact our Events Office at 202-997-7434.

  • Private party facilities

    Two beautiful private spaces await you in the Heart of Historic Georgetown. You and your guests will be surrounded in the warmth and elegance of this converted nearly 300-year-old row house. Experienced staff, delicious prix-fixe menus, no room fees.

  • Private party contact

    Karen Wilkinson: (888) 472-5094

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