Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Washington, D.C. Area

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Manalu Italian Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1303)

$30 and under

Italian

Frederick

About the restaurant

Manalu is a new authentic Italian restaurant by Chef/Owner Marco Pontecorvo. The name was to combine all three of his family members names. MA for Marco, NA for Naomi, his daughter, and LU for Lucia, his wife. Manalu's goal is to bring a taste of Italy and a touch of Naples in the town, by serving authentic Italian cuisine and the original pizza Napoletana cooked in a brick oven. The atmosphere is very cozy and warm, perfect for family and friends. Manalu` also has a full bar and happy hour Mon-Fri from 4pm to 7pm. Happy hour also includes a food menu with delicious appetizers.

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Jacqueline

Dined 5 days ago

My FAVORITE Italian restaurant in Frederick, MD! Marko is the best, the food is so yummy and authentic.

La Vela Italian Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (591)

$31 to $50

Italian

Solomons

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Jenn

Dined 4 days ago

Great food, great service and great view. We love coming here for dinner and always have a great meal.

Tosca

4.9

4.9 (4571)

$31 to $50

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

Currently open for lunch and dinner. Ristorante Tosca offers the finest in contemporary northern Italian cuisine. Tosca serves Italian cuisine with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients, using a creative approach that respects the great traditions of Tuscan gastronomy. Tosca combines modern style and elegance to create an intimate and comfortable setting.
Tosca implements a dress code and proper attire is required. We do not allow athletic wear, shorts, beach attire, tank tops, flip flops, or torn or excessively revealing clothing. We reserve the right to determine if a guest needs to adjust their attire before being seated.

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JenniferVIP

Dined 1 day ago

There is a reason why Tosca is a go-to restaurant in D.C. Whether it's your first or 500th time dining there, the service, food and ambience is consistently outstanding. Today I started with a frisee salad with spring asparagus and a poached egg that was fresh and absolutely delicious, followed by their pasta with a beef and veal ragu, which I find myself craving even in the midst of D.C.'s hot summer months. Can't wait for my next meal there - highly recommend!

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Popular dish

Tagliatelle

Popular dish

Spaghetti alle Vongole

Ristorante Bonaroti

4.9

4.9 (2302)

$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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Sid

Dined 4 days ago

Great as always- genuine service and quality food

Orofino Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1811)

$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.

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Paul

Dined 4 days ago

First rate food at a fair price that celebrates the many good things of Italian cuisine.

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Experience

Weekday Happy Hour 🍹✨

Il Piccolo Morso

4.8

4.8 (546)

$30 and under

Italian

Leonardtown

About the restaurant

Il Piccolo Morso - Serving delicious Italian food and cocktails in Leonardtown, Maryland. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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LoriVIP

Dined 5 days ago

We enjoyed our first visit. Service was excellent and the food was delicious! In addition to the regular menu they had some great specials to choose from. We'll be back!

Stellina Pizzeria - Tysons

4.6

4.6 (7)

$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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Julia

Dined on Apr 19, 2025

It was really fun! The food was great and the cocktails were phenomenal. Already planning our next visit.

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Experience

Happy Hour

Filomena Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (17537)

$31 to $50

Italian

Georgetown

About the restaurant

Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!
Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!

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Abby

Dined 1 day ago

Absolutely amazing food and service! Also such a great environment!

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4.8

4.8 (1448)

$31 to $50

Italian

Dupont Circle

About the restaurant

Al Tiramisu is a cozy friendly neighborhood restaurant. Chef Luigi Diotaiuti has been serving authentic Italian cuisine in Dupont Circle since 1996. Sourcing the best ingredients available to produce the most authentic Italian fare possible.

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Jerry

Dined 1 day ago

Love this place. The best linguine vongole I’ve had in the states. And the salmon with orange sauce and wedges was both different and excellent. We live in Maine but visit this restaurant whenever we’re in town.

Dante Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (1458)

$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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PattiVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great food and lovely ambiance with a string quartet playing in the courtyard. the food was excellent as well although we had to wait quite a bit and the service was a bit off as they didn't know what table to serve what order to. wasn't that crowded so not sure why that happened but we enjoyed the food and the evening very much and will go back again in the future. very reasonable as well.

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