Bozzelli&#x27;s Italian Deli-Spring Mall

(Late review). I went here for my birthday dinner. It was very delicious and the staff were very…read morefriendly. If you're getting the fancy pasta made in the cheese wheel, make sure to stay out of the splash zone. (I may have had some cheese splash on me. The staff felt really apologetic!) The ambiance is not what one would think for an Italian location. I assumed it was on the fancier side. However, with its location in a business area and hotel, this has more of a casual vibe than a dressy one. The patrons ranged from casual to cocktail attire -- so no need to overthink what to wear!

DO NOT COME HERE IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO BE JUDGED ON WHAT CLOTHES YOU WEAR. The server Yoko or the…read morewhole establishment is classist and will clear your table as if you don't exist! I visited this restaurant unexpectedly after being invited by a friend, so I arrived casually dressed in jeans and a plain shirt, not realizing it was a more formal, reservation-based establishment. Upon arrival, I noticed most guests were predominantly white and dressed in business casual or formal attire. Our server, Yoko, initially seated us and provided water and bread. However, after briefly stepping away for about three minutes to use the restroom, we returned to find our table completely cleared, despite the fact that we had just been seated and had not even touched the bread. This was confusing and frustrating. Yoko apologized and reseated us, but I could barely hear her. So, I asked her directly if she assumed if we left and she said yes. While I appreciate the apology, the situation felt presumptive and uncomfortable. Given that we had only been seated for a few minutes with minimal interaction, the assumption that we had left seemed unwarranted. Whether intentional or not, the experience came across as judgmental, from our casual attire. I also felt the establishment being racist because we were the only dark tanned and Asian Americans here. Yoko offered complimentary dessert as an apology, which I initially appreciated. However, when I followed up later, the offer became unclear. Instead of being able to choose from the menu, we were given a small portion of cake and ice cream to go. The dessert was underwhelming in both presentation and taste, falling short of expectations for a restaurant at this price point. The cake was similar to a low-quality dessert of any budget friendly buffets I have been to. As for the food, it did not meet expectations. While the cheese wheel dish appeared authentic, it lacked depth of flavor beyond just salt and pepper. The candied bacon mac and penne alla vodka were similarly bland. The calamari stood out as the best dish--light and crispy--while the arancini was disappointing, with a filling that tasted processed rather than fresh. Overall, the experience was disappointing. Between the initial service issue and the underwhelming food, the restaurant did not justify its pricing or reputation. I would not recommend dining here, particularly if you are expecting attentive service and high-quality cuisine. Save your money and go to Olive Garden instead.

Cheese Wheel Experience

Mussels PEI For Two

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The Farmhouse Tuscan

4.4(270 reviews)

2.2 mi

Awesome Brunch. Great variety of foods and pleasant server. Would definitely come backread more

The Farmhouse Tuscan is the most upscale restaurant we ever visited - food, restaurant, & service…read more- in Alexandria, Virginia. You immediately get a sense of arrival upon entering the restaurant. The area near the entrance was heavily occupied, so we asked to be seated in the room where the bar was at the very back. It was quiet and isolated there. We were seated by the fireplace and immediately served. The ambience was cozy perfection & had plush immaculate seating. There was a choice of tables with chairs or couches & upholstered chairs with tables to dine & be served. The menu was very impressive. I asked for recommendations and was torn between what to select. I chose the Crab à la vodka with handmade pasta and ordered an Italian Wine White Flight: Pinot Grigio | Moscato | Vermentino. My husband selected a hand tossed pizza, the Holler pizza. We were very pleased with the food we ordered and tasted. It went beyond our highest expectations in ambience, service, and food. They do give military discount if you have military ID. The food was very plentiful, and we had the rest put in takeout containers. Overall, 5 out of 5 stars. It has been many years since a restaurant has highly impressed me as much as this restaurant has to such an extreme. Out of all the restaurants we went to in Alexandria, this is the restaurant I would choose to visit again for special occasions, entertaining guests, and date nights.

Sunday brunch

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Old fashioned

La Fiamma Italian Kitchen

3.9(226 reviews)

1.8 mi

To the management:…read more We had dinner, last night (Mother's Day), and although we've visited numerous times, we continue to be impressed by the food, and atmosphere, but more specifically.....Lisa. She is INCREDIBLE! The restaurant was busy, and she was bartending, greeting, taking orders, and as friendly as ever. She recognized us, and made it a point to say hi. We absolutely love her. Please pass on our appreciation to her. Sincerely, Quinn Mallonee.

Another update. Because the owner reached out and promised me a gift card if we came back to give…read morethem another try, after six months we finally did. Although she never provided the gift card. We went back about a month ago and had a lovely experience. They had the normal bartender waiting on us and it was great. So we decided we try it again. Big mistake! The next time we went back, they were back to their regular cocktail server who refused to wait on me because of the review I left. I've never mentioned her by name. I only described the experience. Ironically, my experience was not even about her, I think she just has such a guilty conscience, she assumed it was about her. So now we have a restaurant owner, who allows their waitstaff to deny service to people if you write a bad review??? Talk about the tail wagging the dog! Plenty of much better restaurants out there that offer good food, and waitstaff that actually does their job, which is waiting on customers. Hard pass for me.

The bar.

La Fiamma Pizza

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Maggiano's

3.4(662 reviews)

0.2 mi

I used to go to Maggiano's regularly. I'd sit at the bar & order their mussels and have a few…read moreglasses of Prosecco. The bartenders were always attentive & the mussels were always delicious. They've since taken the mussels off the menu and I haven't been back.

We recently went to Maggiano's Little Italy to celebrate my son's birthday, and it reminded me why…read morethis is one of my favorite go-to spots. My absolute favorite dish is the Alfredo pasta, and I always pair it with the Parmesan-crusted chicken and sometimes I'll add blackened shrimp, which I did this time. The Alfredo sauce is hands down one of the most flavorful I've had. It's buttery, silky, rich without being overwhelming, and they give you such a generous portion that you definitely leave satisfied. The Parmesan-crusted chicken is just as delicious. It's moist, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor. Adding shrimp just takes it over the top. We also had the mozzarella sticks, and they were everything you want them to be, crispy on the outside and absolutely overflowing with cheese on the inside. Fresh, hot, and really delicious. I also have to mention their wine selection, which I really enjoy. Whether you want something light or something a little more bold, there are plenty of great options to pair with your meal. What I love most about Maggiano's is the atmosphere. You can truly make it whatever you want it to be. It can be a casual night out, a family celebration like we had, or even a romantic date night. It has this perfect balance of cozy and inviting, depending on your mood. The staff is always very knowledgeable and pleasant, which makes the whole experience even better. There's plenty of parking, it's great for groups, and it's definitely kid-friendly.

View from our booth of the dining room.

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Fresh baked bread with a dip made of Parmesan cheese and black pepper in olive oil.

Fratelli

4.4(599 reviews)

3.5 mi

Best Italian restaurant in the DMV!!! The service was so…read moregood and I felt part of the family! The food was delicious and so fresh! The restaurant was so beautiful and comfortable!

Recently, we were treated to Sunday brunch buffet at Fratelli's by friends…read more We had actually been here a couple times previously, but that was a few years ago, so this review is based solely on this Sunday brunch. It was a very good experience. What stood out to me was the excellent service by the professionally dressed servers, especially with the water, champagne and coffee refills. The dishes were all well-prepared, even if the buffet isn't huge. And actually, there was a chicken in cream sauce that was ultra ultra delish. But I understand that Fratelli's rotates dishes in their buffet, so the chicken dish may or may not be in future buffets. The buffet included your typical waffle station. It also included a dessert table, which was cake and pie. Yeah, we'd come back to Fratelli's buffet again.

Fettuccini Alfredo

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Frutta di Mare, Clams Casino and Funghi Mushroom Caps

Rafagino Italian Restaurant

4.0(172 reviews)

5.2 mi

Intimate | portions | community…read more Intimate Rafagino offers a warm, intimate dining atmosphere that feels more like a neighborhood gathering place than a chain-style restaurant. The smaller setting and attentive service create a relaxed, personal experience that works especially well for date nights or quiet meals with friends. Portions Portions are generous and satisfying. Pasta dishes and entrees arrive hearty and filling, often with enough for leftovers. It's comfort-style Italian that doesn't hold back on quantity. Community There's a strong community feel here -- from the welcoming tone of the staff to the loyal local customer base. The restaurant reflects a family-first ethos that shows up in both service style and operating approach. Pro tip: Check the hours before you go. They keep limited days and times -- mostly late lunch and dinner service -- which reflects their family values and operating philosophy.

Sorry but I cannot recommend this place for so many reasons…read more We first walked in and waited to be seated it was a few minutes before we saw any staff. At that point I already had a bad feeling. We tried the chicken parm and chicken piccata. Unfortunately both were extremely bland. The chicken had no flavor the sauces had no seasoning. After we were done the staff asked if everything tasted ok. My wife had barely touched her food and told her it wasn't any good. She offered to replace it but we declined because we didn't expect any different from the replacement. But it was still left on the bill even though it wasn't eaten. So the food was all around bland and they are under staffed. Won't be returning.

Pasta Prima Vera

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Giardino Italian Restaurant

3.8(265 reviews)

4.8 mi

A lovely Italian restaurant hidden away in Burke. I happened upon it as I was looking for another…read moreplace and decided on some Italian food instead. Other than Asian cuisine, Italian food is one of my great loves. And I think this place has a charming interior, good service, and some terrific food. I really only had two things: a small Caesar salad as a starter and spaghetti carbonara. Both were excellent. Caesar salad may sound like nothing difficult, but many places drown their salad in Caesar dressing. This salad had a good balanced ratio and had a good crunchy texture instead of being soggy. And I hadn't had carbonara in a long time, but they do a really good one here. Prices also are reasonable for the quality. I have friends only a couple miles down the road from here. The next time I visit them, I'll suggest we meet here for lunch or dinner.

Went to this restaurant last evening to celebrate my neighbor's birthday. The atmosphere was…read morefestive and the ambiance was cozy. The waitress, Nu, was so kind and thoughtful. She went out of her way to provide amazing service. I was so happy that she was our waitress. She was attentive and provided extra tlc to the older diners in our party. Food was excellent; rolls were great and the entrees were savory. We all left full and satisfied. Overall a pleasant atmosphere and great dining experience.

Wood fire pizza could not even wait to take the picture it was soo good!!

Kid's Butterfly Pizza

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Rissoto de mare

Milano's Family Restaurant

3.9(174 reviews)

3.1 mi

Ate here with the fam last night. It's definitely a neighborhood place, nothing fancy, huge Greek…read moreand Italian menu. I had spaghetti and meatballs--the marinara trends sweet, but the pasta was cooked well and the meatballs were delicious. Portions were huge. A small pizza was the perfect size for 1 plus a few slices for lunch the next day. Caesar salad that came with the pasta was way over dressed, but otherwise it was a good solid meal.

My mom's aunt, uncle, and their family have been coming to Milanos for generations, so it was an…read morehonor to get to enjoy such an important piece of their family history. The food and service were amazing. Portions were generous and everyone left full and happy! I got the Greek chicken, which was absolutely wonderful! We also shared a couple orders of spanakopita for the table, which were amazing! You could tell the restaurant has been there for decades, but in the best way! The ambience felt like sitting down to a meal at a Greek or Italian grandmother's house! If I am ever back in Springfield, I will definitely be back!

10" Pizza (this is the small)

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Bozzelli's

4.1(370 reviews)

2.6 mi

First and last time customer…read more $31.99 each 14" pizza. $93 for two pizzas, one steak and cheese sub, three fountain drinks. Increased pricing wasn't online, on the menu, or on the display board.

Extremely fast service, cute deli style seating, and most importantly a delicious deli Italian…read moresandwich. I know it's a pizza place, and I'll be back for that, but the mark of a place marketing itself as an Italian deli is in their sandwiches. They did not miss, it tastes just as good as any in ny/NJ (even considering they use mayo instead of vin/oil) I'll be back!