Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Virginia - DC Suburbs

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Virginia - DC Suburbs? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Orofino Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1833)

$30 and under

Italian

Fredericksburg

About the restaurant

Danilo Orofino was born in Palermo, Sicily, where he studied the culinary arts as well as restaurant and hotel management. He opened his first restaurant/coffee bar in Sicily at the age of 18. After 4 years of hard work, he closed the place with dreams of doing even more with his life.

Top review

Tonia

Dined 4 days ago

This has become our favorite restaurant in downtown Fredericksburg. Always phenomenal food and service. It takes a little pre-planning if you want to get a reservation, but just a sign of how great they are that they stay packed! Highly recommend.

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Experience

Weekday Happy Hour 🍹✨

Capri Ristorante Italiano - McLean

4.9

4.9 (980)

$30 and under

Italian

McLean

About the restaurant

Come and enjoy the finest Italian Restaurant in McLean. We serve only the freshest and most authentic Italian cuisine in the area.

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edward

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Quiet quant local Italian restaurant. A bit pricey but everything in McLean is so they were in line with that. Food delicious, nice staff.

Ristorante Bonaroti

4.8

4.8 (2323)

$31 to $50

Italian

Vienna

About the restaurant

A well-kept secret nestled in the heart of Vienna offering elegant dining within a warm and intimate setting. Our classic Italian cuisine has been ranked among the best in the Washington, D.C. area. Bar featuring new appetizer menu.

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Suzanne

Dined 2 days ago

Always a pleasure to dine at Bonaroti! Thanks for always treating us so well!

Osteria Marzano

4.8

4.8 (2375)

$31 to $50

Italian

Alexandria

About the restaurant

Executive Chef Carmine Marzano is adding a fresh twist on classic Italian dishes, and creating local and seasonal fare made with top-quality ingredients. A sophisticated venue for lunch, drinks, or dinner, our restaurant and bar serve up classic brick oven pizzas, a variety of small “Assaggini” Italian tapas-style sharing plates uniquely available at the bar, delicious handmade pastas, hearty main courses and a well-curated wine, beer and cocktail selection.

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KristaVIP

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

We had a great dinner! Thanks for seating us early, we really enjoyed our date night. Great service and excellent food as always!

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Fettuccine Dell'Osteria

Stellina Pizzeria - Tysons

4.6

4.6 (18)

$30 and under

Italian

Tysons Corner / McLean

About the restaurant

## Stellina Pizzeria: A Taste of Italy in the Heart of Tysons Step into Stellina Pizzeria in Tysons and be transported to a vibrant Italian trattoria. The warm, inviting atmosphere is infused with the energy of a bustling kitchen and the aroma of wood-fired pizzas. Our menu celebrates the authentic flavors of Italy, featuring traditional dishes inspired by Northern and Southern Italian cuisine. Start your culinary journey with our signature **Cuoppo Misto**, a delightful mix of fried seafood and vegetables served in a paper cone. Then, indulge in our **Neo-Neapolitan pizzas**, crafted with a light, crispy crust and topped with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Beyond pizza, our menu offers a variety of delectable options, including house-made pastas, hearty paninis, and traditional Italian sweets. Pair your meal with a selection from our extensive wine list or handcrafted cocktails. Whether you're looking for a casual lunch, a romantic dinner, or a lively gathering with friends, Stellina Pizzeria provides the perfect setting. Join us and experience the warmth of Italian hospitality, the joy of sharing a delicious meal, and the vibrant energy of our community.

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JosiahVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Pizza was tasty and the ingredients were extremely fresh

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Experience

Happy Hour

Dante Ristorante

4.7

4.7 (1475)

$30 and under

Italian

Great Falls

About the restaurant

Dante Restaurant offering delicious, authentic Italian cuisine, celebrates its 31st anniversary this year. Dante Restaurant is located just minutes from Tysons Corner and Reston Town Center, in the historic Leigh House in Great Falls, VA, a beautifully renovated Victorian mansion. It provides cozy fine dining experience in its seven private dining rooms and a lounge, A full bar and a selection of fine Italian and American wines with more are on hand. On-site free parking is available.

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joelVIP

Dined on Jun 13, 2025

Excellent food. Fresh always! Eat outside for ambiance and sometimes live music.

Mia's Italian Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (2619)

$30 and under

Italian

Alexandria

About the restaurant

Mia's Italian Kitchen, located at the riverside end of King Street in Old Town Alexandria, is rooted in family. Our menu is filled with homestyle traditional Italian recipes sourced from owner Dave Nicholas' Sicilian grandmother. An elegant wine list accompanies beer and craft cocktails on the beverage menu. Dine downstairs and watch the signature Sicilian-style rectangular pizzas cook in the 800-degree brick oven, or upstairs to view the energetic open kitchen. Open for lunch and dinner, plus bottomless weekend brunch.

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Hannah Jane

Dined 3 days ago

Kenya was a great server and gave a great wine suggestion! We loved the zucchini fries and burrata as well. So good!!!

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Rosemarino D'Italia - Alexandria

4.8

4.8 (296)

$30 and under

Italian

Alexandria

About the restaurant

Creating simple dishes grounded in authentic techniques from northern & southern regions of Italy. Incorporating fresh, homemade, and flavorful products to guests.

We welcome you to enjoy our handmade pastas, seasonally inspired dishes, alongside a carefully curated Italian wine list & our crafted cocktails.

Thanks to our beloved Del Ray community! We’re back & we don’t plan on ever leaving.

, Rosemarino D’Italia brings people together in a space that’s filled with our personality & inspiration. Our crafted and bustling bar is perfect spot for sipping, socializing and savoring our delicious aperitivo. Come to experience a celebration of good eats and good times for dinner and happy hour.

Looking for a venue that fits your lifestyle or needs? Plan your next event at the best Italian cuisine & mind blowing bar!

Call or Email us today and ask about our private dining options.

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FrankVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Such a precious neighborhood gem! Warm, gracious service. She had the chicken marsala, I had the lobster linguini with spicy marinara chef's special. Delicious! All in a comfortable place where family and friends can enjoy conversation.

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Experience

Aperitivo I Happy Hour with Rosemarino D'Italia

Idylwood Grill

4.7

4.7 (1117)

$30 and under

Italian

Falls Church

About the restaurant

Welcome to Idylwood Grill and Wine Bar!
Nestled in Falls Church, Virginia, our chef-owned, family-run restaurant offers a delightful blend of contemporary American dishes infused with Italian, French, and Mediterranean flavors. Enjoy our exquisite selection of wines in an inviting and charming ambiance.

Whether it's a casual evening or a special occasion, our refined yet welcoming restaurant awaits. Join us at Idylwood Grill and Wine Bar and indulge yourself in an unforgettable dining experience.

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Greg

Dined 7 days ago

Great dining experience. Very nice lowkey restaurant!

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Popular dish

Lamb Shank Risotto

Popular dish

2- CHOCOLATE MOUSSE CAKE

Popular dish

Chocolate Mousse Cake

Mele Bistro

4.7

4.7 (1684)

$31 to $50

Italian

Arlington

About the restaurant

Welcome to Mele Bistro/Restaurant

The place where creativity starts in the kitchen.

Now, Mele Bistro is offering you

the World Class Butcher Menu with

Fantastic Digestion & Flavor with Variety of All-Natural Wagyu Steaks with 50% Wagu Crossed with Black Angus, and Variety of All-Natural North American Steaks with 12 months of Grass-Fed, 8 Months of Grains, and 3 Weeks of Corn Diet. This is "Mele Bistro" Where Veal Flown Directly from France Just for You with Overnight Hawaiian Fish & Our Homemade Pastas with No Eggs (Except Ravioli), 100% Grass Fed Lamb Farm-To-Table, Chicken & Duck with 100% Vegetarian Diet.

We Do It Because You Deserve the Best & We Are Different from Others.

1723 Wilson Blvd Arlington, VA 22209

Hours of Operation: Monday-Sunday 4:30 pm -10:00 pm

Happy New Year

&

Many More to Come

***Tables will be kept for 15 minutes after the reservation time***

Top review

Michael

Dined on Jun 23, 2025

The staff is always incredibly friendly, and the food is delicious.

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