I'm very picky with pizza...I ordered the one with prosciutto and arugula (my go-to). It was very good, I have to say. The dough was fluffy and light, and the ingredients seemed very fresh. Service was nice, fast and friendly. The ambience is rather cosy, we were sitting at the counter (as usual) and it felt homey. It's not super big, and there weren't many people, so I don't know what happens when the place fills up, but it's furnished with a lot of Italian handcrafts (tables, pained tiles and similar...). Which I love! :) It's not my number one, though. I'll keep looking for my pizza match :) read more

One of the best pizza joints on the East coast. Came all the way from CA. Perfectly cooked crispy crust pizza, to-die-for gnocchi, and the nicest staff in DC. Stopping by this place every time in DC from now on. Lead with what you believe! 45-47 read more

This second location for Menomale will never match the residential charm of the original, but I must say they decorated the heck out of it. The neighborhood is about as urban as DC gets and not an easy area to park in, but the inside is easy to eat in. The menu includes the same Neopolitan pizza they're known for and a similar-looking oven, but also offers square pizza that they call Roman style. Notably, it is offered in several sizes, and the smallest is sized and priced for a single person, while the largest must be for an entire party. The salad I got was as fresh, beautifully presented, and as loaded with heavy feta as the last one I ate at the original. I tried the new pizza and found the crust soft and crispy, with the basil sharply shining through. There's a store of imported food next door, and the ingredient quality here always shines through. I haven't actually been to Italy, but until I do I'm happy to have Menomale set the standard for this kind of food around here. read more

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4/5 Menomale was really cool. The restaurant is cute and small. I was thinking about going here on a first date and I don't know if I still would. While it's a cool little place, it's not exactly cozy. Anyway the service was good and food as well. It was not the best neopolitan I've had but still quite good. Pepperoni and mushroom really popped though I wish the cheese would've been a bit more savory. That would've taken this to a 5. Not bad at all though! read more

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Want some authentic Italian pizza? This place is for you! The owners are from Italy and were able to bring a taste to DC. They currently have two locations in DC. Need more reasons to trust their credibility of authentic pizza? They're certified by Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, based in Naples, Italy! They offer Pizza Napoletana (their bread and butter) and Pizza Romana. We tried the Di Ettore (chefs Special) minus cherry tomatoes. Ambience: Italian music played in the background. The servers were extremely nice and resourceful. They made menu recommendations (spot on for first timers). Service: fantastic as indicated above. Food quality: mouthwatering delicious. The garlic, the cheese, the batter - all delicious. Covid precautions: masks and you have to write your contact info in their "contact tracing log"- a precaution just in case of exposure. Price: reasonable. read more

Menomale NoMa - Di Ettore (chefs Special) - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Great food, great service , amazing owners . We had great time at his place. I would recommend people to go there, very authentic food

I will never eat at any other pizzeria. Best pizza I've ever had in my life. Service was great too.

Was in the DC area last week for a gig several locals suggested menomale for pizza. My Tour Manager arranged for five pies to be brought to the venue and we went down and picked them up. The staff was super kind. One even helped to carry them to our bus. I couldn't help it but to grab a slice before my other bandmates got to them lol the pizza was delicious. Nothing like I've ever had before. The band and crew were very happy with the pizza not a single slice or piece of crust was left. I can't wait to return to DC and come back here for a dine in experience! Thank you Menomale read more

Pizza was pretty solid which ordered an individual pie. They have plenty of free parking in the lot next to it. The main issue I have is that the service is good but they definitely want to get out of there on time and they make you quite aware of it So it wasn't really a place where you can chill out quote at the closing point. If I was in the mood for pizza I'd be mindful of that and come at an earlier time. read more

Typically when I think of dining at a pizza place, I don't find much of other Italian dishes. Or vice verás when I think of Italian dining, typically I won't find pizza options. That or the dishes are family style and or too much to eat for a small party. Welp, Menomale solves those problems as they have a little bit of everything for all things Italian and pizza. I was able to enjoy a light fare of Italian dining with my hubby and twin toddlers and still feel full leaving the restaurant. We ordered the bruschetta sampler, primavera pizza Romana (only the quarter tray), some ravioli, chocolate gelato, and cannolis. Everything tasted great! Before coming through, I called to make sure they can accommodate my toddlers and though they don't have high chairs, the booster seats were actually really nice - checkout my photo of their booster seats that strap to the chair. They were able to seat high and see everything on the table. Even though the ambiance is not formal or anything, I'd say it's a great place to go on a date or something. Ya know, Italian fine dining minus the fine part hehe. Just casual. There is also a round table that had I think about 8 adults when we arrived. So if you are a large party I highly rec that table but with a reservation. read more

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Amazing food and great employees! This is a must visit if you're in DC! The pizza is hand made to perfection.

I guess it's probablly a good thing there's not a location in Phoenix, yet.... Hint hint, wink wink... It's was right across from Hyatt Place, maybe too convenient.. We dined in and ordered take out four times literally could not stay away! The food we devoured was Margarita pizza and the Chef's Special pizza with Salmon both (romano style) they were fabulous and crispy. Drooling just thinking about it! Also tried Gnocchi alla sorentina with Straccitella sauce, and Ravioli. Eccellente! Cannnot forget dessert...We ordered the Cappuccino Truffle, Limoncello Truffle, and the Marshmallow Pizzetta. Everything was incredible! I will definitely return the next time I am in town. The gentleman from Napoli made us feel welcome and the service was excellent on all four visits. Highly recommend!!! read more

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Both the Neapolitan and "grandmother" style pizzas are wonderful! Wine prices are more than reasonable for DC and taste delicious (Rose and Montepulciano). Friendly service and good atmosphere! read more

This place is a must if you want fabulous authentic Italian in NOMA. They are especially known for their stuffed gnocchi (which I tried) and it was the best gnocchi I've had to date. Already craving my next visit! read more

I ordered the Mt. Vesuvius pizza to-go, and it was fantastic. Sweet, salty, and with a perfectly soft and chewy crust. The blistered cherry tomatoes burst in your mouth, though they do roll off the pizza if you eat it with your hands. Delicious. read more

Menomale NoMa - Mt. Vesuvius Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Best pizza I have had in this area! The pizza is still tasty after heating it up and great for leftovers.

MENOMALE is as authentic as Italian food can get! We got the largest pizza size and it was MORE than enough for 3 hungry men, lol! It tasted just as delicious when we ate the leftovers later. Not to mention, GIO the owner is very welcoming and a nice guy! They have a full bar and opened pretty late in the evening! Thank you, GIO! I'm so glad this pizza spot is literally right next to my apartment complex! read more

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Hubby and I came here two times on our trip to DC. The pizza, lobster pasta, and bruschetta was delicious! We loved how fresh everything tasted and the authentic taste of Italian food. If you are in DC this HAS to be on your must try food list. read more

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Between this location and the other one, I'm not sure pizza in DC gets better than this. Right now this location is a little slow, which is too bad because it deserves ALL the hype. But because it's pretty slow right now, it's got a really nice, quiet atmosphere. This time I actually decided to try something new (shocking, I know), and along with my usual Diovola (seriously, my favorite pizza in DC), we tried the Di Ettora. It was nice to branch out into something new! I'm happy to share that it's also fantastic. The prosciutto was fresh and tasty, and the Parmesan was delicious. Honestly, the Brookland location was one of my favorites when I lived in DC, but this one is equally as delicious with a great atmosphere. We also tried the Burro D'Oliva. The spicy oil (red one) was delicious but DEFINITELY spicy (my lips are a little swollen lol), and the other two were flavorful and mild. All three were delicious, and the bread was baked to perfection. One of the biggest mistakes you could make in DC is thinking about checking out this restaurant (either location, but honestly this one is a nicer space itself) and decide not to eat here. The service is fantastic and every employee is kind, helpful, and willing to talk you through any questions. Please check it out! Let's keep this FANTASTIC local pizza Place operational. Amazing food. My boyfriend dove into all of the food, so alas, all I have a photo of is the Diavola, but it's my favorite pizza in all of DC, so, seriously, check out this location and order this pizza. In the photo, you can also see small white containers holding the infused olive oils from our burro d'oliva. We used the leftovers with our crusts too. read more

Menomale NoMa - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I came here for pizza on a friend's recommendation and it definitely did not disappoint. I had the chicken pesto and walnut pizza and you should definitely get that when you are there! The wine selection was also nice. It's a very clean, inviting space and the servers were friendly. I can't get to 5 starts since the focaccia we ordered was definitely not focaccia. Instead it was just cooked pizza dough. Very tasty, but not focaccia. I would definitely go again. read more

I found this place accidentally. I am so glad that I decided to check it out. This restaurant definitely deserve attention. One of the best pizza places I ever been. Maybe even the best one. I am definitely recommend this place if you looking for real "Italian Pizza". Me and my friends ordered 3 different pizzas and it is hard to tell which one was better. Looks like it is my new best pizza place. Unfortunately it is so far away from my home. I can't wait to visit "MENOMALE NOMA" again! read more

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Across from our hotel, a Great Find. Outstanding service! (Cuban like my wife) our server..Bruchetta nice, Calamari and shrimp, super.. Our thick crust pizza, really YUM! Thank you Menomale! read more

Wow! I love Menomale's pizza! One of the best pizzas in DC. The crust was thin and crispy! The toppings were fresh. It was so delicious. I was ready for a second pizza. read more

Menomale NoMa - Pepperoni mushroom pizza - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

After picking up a few different pizzas here for lunch, I have to say I wasn't entirely sold. Maybe my memories from traveling Italy have ruined pizza for me forever! But the Napoletana pies we got just weren't very memorable. Though I loved the fluffy crust, the Margherita was watery and unstable, while the Diavola felt disconnected with uneven bites and toppings that didn't meld together. Both were fine, but not sure I'd rush to get them again. The Romana pizza though was definitely the standout. Kind of reminded me of the pizza you'd get at birthday parties growing up but the best version of it. Super cheesy, thick crust, and well balanced ratios. A little bit oily but not necessarily in a bad way. read more

Menomale NoMa - Diavola Napoletana - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I love the brookland location but had to check out the romana pizza only offered at Noma. It did not disappoint. I love this place. The crust was so crispy and airy. The cheese was plentiful. And the sauce was perfectly tangy. Worth noting: they do have outdoor seating. Also worth noting: parking is not great around here so if you are driving come early read more

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Wow. What an awesome meal! Friendly service. But again, the food is so good I could probably overlook crappy service. This place gets it right. read more

Very nice pizza, probably the best around NoMA, Old City and Trinidad neighborhoods. We has friends over and picked up a good variety, so we were able to try different flavors, it was very difficult to decide which one is my favorite. I particularly liked the thin pizza, delicious and fresh toppings and ingredients. I tasted very traditional and Italian. Definitely recommend and absolutely coming back! read more

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Bottom line: Great Food, Good Service, fun location...a little pricy. First time here with 8 friends. The food is amazing and authentic Italian. Okay do you are going to pay a little more but the quality of food, and value is easily worth it. The drink menu contains a combination of Italian and local products making for a unique opportunity to make some of your favorites. The restaurant is generally conversational and comfortable. The service is pretty good even with a large table of friends. Definitely great for a date or a dinner with friends and colleagues. read more

Excellent Pizza! The staff are wonderful. A gem right here in Washington DC. Love the Naples vibe too.

I am a huge fan of the Brookland location and am always so frustrated how difficult it was for me to get there, so I was so excited when I heard they were opening a NOMA location! The restaurant is just off the mail strip of NOMA and there is a lot of construction around it at the moment, so if you are not looking for it, you may miss it, but you would be missing out. Their pizza is my favorite in town. I'm a traditionalist, almost always opting for the Napolitano pizza (chewy wood-fired crust with a paper thin center) Quattro Fromage. But this location also has pizza romana, a square thicker pizza with what I would describe as a focaccia style crust. Both were great, but the white pizza we ordered had no sauce so for me it was a little dry. They are also making fresh pastas at this location, so I can't wait to return for something else! read more

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Great pizza!! I love the classic but the sauce pie is also delicious. Ordered pick up last min and it was quick and staff was very kind!

Just returned home from a trip and headed to One of our DC favs. LOVE this pizza at our fav NoMa location! We got both types of pizza. Great crusts- thin and the neopolitan! Quattro Stagioni and Romana alla romana w sausage Very Very good as usual! Next we hope to sit on the patio! read more

Great food, excellent service, relaxing ambiance. Perfect place to eat with a friend or family.

quite honestly the best pizza I've ever had and the deserts are HEAVENLY. I would absolutely recommend , the service was super fast and very kind. the whole vibe of the place was so cute and cozy, 10/10 would come back. read more

Amazing pizza napoletana! Went there twice in 3 days. As an Italian living abroad I just love to find authentic italian pizza! read more

Menomale NoMa - Capricciosa - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

great food and amazing service and the employees were very kind and friendly. The energy and ambience was amazin.

Food was excellent, service not so much. We ordered bruschetta appetizers but they appeared after we started eating our main course. And I ordered the lobster ravioli but ended up with the cheese ravioli. And of course the bill was for the lobster ravioli! This is even after pointing out to the waitress the mistake and then I did not want to get billed for the lobster ravioli. She seemed puzzled and unable to speak English. So I got the bill and I had to ask them correct it. The handheld payment device doesn't show you the itemized bill!! Just the selection of the tip amount. And really I should've been comped for the entire $22 lobster ravioli and not have to pay for a cheese ravioli which is not what I wanted. But they didn't do that. Very disappointed in the service but the food was very good read more

I agree with the other commenters - go for the Roman style options rather than the Neapolitan! We ordered the Melenzane 1/4 Tray and a Brooklandissima, both of which had great flavor but the Melenzane (Roman style) survived better as takeout (stayed warm longer). The Roman style also had a more flavorful crust. The restaurant itself is very pretty, with lots of beautiful tiles and other art. I suspect it would be a great place to gather with a small group or as a date night spot. Our takeout order was ready very quickly - about 15 minutes! Overall, I would definitely go back to try more of the Roman-style pies! read more

This place is a hidden gem! True Italian. Food and service was amazing. Don't pass it up!

This is my second time going to this restaurant. Love the eggplant sandwich and the portions were good. Pizza was a bit soggy but tasty.