We went in hesitant because we were the first of the evening crowd. It didn’t take but 10 minutes and the whole place was packed. It is a small restaurant but every table was taken, many of them by locals that come often because of how great the food and the environment is. There are plaques all over the walls and pictures in the hallway of famous/well known people who have eaten there. This is some of the BEST ITALIAN FOOD I have ever eaten. We had fettuccine Alfredo and a seafood pasta that were amazing and the the cheesy garlic bread will forever haunt my dreams. Also, the wine was great too. This was the “don’t judge a book by it’s cover” story for us because although it looks quiet and quaint from the street, it had the most delicious food and warm family feel from the people there. I wouldn’t go back to D.C. to see anymore museums but I might go back to eat here again.
윤아 YOONA
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May 25, 2024
The food tastes deep and rich. The atmosphere is very good. I will visit again next time.
Michael Anthony
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March 15, 2024
It's not the best Italian restaurant by far. Bread was cold, and the soup was luke warm. I ordered a spicy entree, and my wife didn't, but the kitchen did the opposite. My dish was extremely flat and devoid of flavor. The service was very slow even though it wasn't busy. Better choices in D.C.
Amanda Watson
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June 13, 2024
This restaurant serves up an experience that you dream of when you go out to eat. Aside from the superb food, the owners are quintessentially Italian — making guests feel like family, creating a dining experience that is centrally focused on community and culture. If you don’t have allergies or strong dietary restrictions, I highly recommend letting the chef curate your meal for you. Everything I was served was excellent and I was made to feel like an old friend by the owners. Thanks for taking such good care of me and giving me a memorable evening. I will be back. Saluti!
Aunray Bullock
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December 23, 2023
Probably the best service I ever got at a restaurant. Very professional establishment we were asked if we wanted to check our coats after being seated. My girlfriend got gnocchi pasta which was probably the best she ever had, and I got the rigatoni. We got tiramisu for dessert and it was delicious!
We went in hesitant because we were the first of the evening crowd. It didn’t take but 10 minutes and the whole place was packed. It is a small restaurant but every table was taken, many of them by locals that come often because of how great the food and the environment is. There are plaques all over the walls and pictures in the hallway of famous/well known people who have eaten there. This is some of the BEST ITALIAN FOOD I have ever eaten. We had fettuccine Alfredo and a seafood pasta that were amazing and the the cheesy garlic bread will forever haunt my dreams. Also, the wine was great too. This was the “don’t judge a book by it’s cover” story for us because although it looks quiet and quaint from the street, it had the most delicious food and warm family feel from the people there. I wouldn’t go back to D.C. to see anymore museums but I might go back to eat here again.
The food tastes deep and rich. The atmosphere is very good. I will visit again next time.
It's not the best Italian restaurant by far. Bread was cold, and the soup was luke warm. I ordered a spicy entree, and my wife didn't, but the kitchen did the opposite. My dish was extremely flat and devoid of flavor. The service was very slow even though it wasn't busy. Better choices in D.C.
This restaurant serves up an experience that you dream of when you go out to eat. Aside from the superb food, the owners are quintessentially Italian — making guests feel like family, creating a dining experience that is centrally focused on community and culture. If you don’t have allergies or strong dietary restrictions, I highly recommend letting the chef curate your meal for you. Everything I was served was excellent and I was made to feel like an old friend by the owners. Thanks for taking such good care of me and giving me a memorable evening. I will be back. Saluti!
Probably the best service I ever got at a restaurant. Very professional establishment we were asked if we wanted to check our coats after being seated. My girlfriend got gnocchi pasta which was probably the best she ever had, and I got the rigatoni. We got tiramisu for dessert and it was delicious!