spicy rigatoni vodka is the best ive ever had. every time i come here i have to order it - it has never disappointed me! my second choice will have to be the lumache alla norcina - it was so flavorful. all the dishes really, are plated beautifully. the interior is simple, yet homey. the tall ceilings help with the noise and making it feel more spacious. though, i do have some criticism about the servers here. the first time i visited, our server dismissed my concern for the spice level on a dish. he stated that i would be alright and that i should just have it how it is originally served, though he would not have known my spice tolerance. it was indeed too spicy but i attempted to finish the plate to avoid being a difficult customer. this concern was accommodated on other occasions, so i am unsure why this caused a problem at first. at my most recent visit, our server was pretty argumentative in the questions we were asking regarding allergies. my partner expressed his concern about pine nuts on the beef carpaccio and she was again, dismissive. he had to state multiple times that it was an allergy for her to agree to this accommodation. i love the food and the vibes here. i would absolutely go back despite our interactions with the staff. i just wish they were more accomodating! i do not believe these requests were particularly difficult to switch up or tell the kitchen. i am more than happy to order something else next time if the request was unreasonable. read more

North Italia is one of my favorite Italian restaurants in the NOVA area. The ambiance is always inviting and adds to the overall dining experience. I consistently order the bolognese, and it never disappoints; the pappardelle noodles are always cooked perfectly. While the Margherita Tie-Dye pizza was a bit salty for my taste, the workers are always incredibly friendly, making for a pleasant dining experience. read more

North Italia - Italian Near Me - McLean, Virginia

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I've been to the DC location. Loved the food and the ambiance there, but the service there always sucks. The Boro location is a grand slam: good food, great service, beautiful surroundings. I had the Mother's Day Special-seafood Benedict over a spa tips. Delish. Always have to have the truffle bread as well. read more

Our waitress was so sweet and attentive! We had reservations at 8 and arrived early. They sat us without hesitation. We got the Sparkling Rosé which was SO GOOD! Appetizer: Calamari which was a good 6/10. It's a different type of batter that's more like tempura. Lacked flavor but that dipping sauces saved the day! Entree: I had the short rib which literally melted as I was touching it. It was so tender and juicy over a bed of black truffle risotto and roasted vegetables. WHEWWWW!! Beautiful establishment with lots of space. They also have a cute bar area and the kitchen is exposed. Definitely a good date night, upscale family or girls night option! read more

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Waseem made date night a lovely one! First time at the establishment, we walked in, the host over looked us, a waiter walked over, we asked to be seated... he said hold on, took another couple to their table and didn't return. We waited a few moments later still no one acknowledged us, I said to the hostess, hi we just need a table for two please... she rolled her eyes and said there is seating in the bar area, I asked if there were any tables or booths available, sarcastically she said no. We ended up sitting at one of the bar tables, waiters walked past us for 20 minutes until Waseem appeared. Waseem was warm attentive and welcoming, when a booth opened up on the bar side, my date and I moved as the seating was lower than the bar seats. Waseem provided us with wine samples... yum. We ended up ordering the Caesar salad which was delicious and the fungi pizza. The restaurant was busy, the restrooms were clean and the food was tasty. I have no idea why my date and I were repeatedly ignored and over-looked but Waseem provided us top-tier customer service. Gratitude Waseem... you are amazing! read more

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I always enjoy my visits to North Italia, and the food here is generally delicious! My go to is the white truffle garlic bread--these are absolutely to die for and a must try. The calamari, however, is just okay. It's a bit too greasy and has too much batter for my taste. As for the pasta, it's hit or miss. There have been times when it wasn't cooked properly and felt underdone, but on my most recent visit, it was perfect. I had the squid ink tonnarelli, and it was so good that I finished the entire dish. The pizza is also pretty solid, nothing extraordinary but definitely enjoyable. Overall, North Italia is a great spot with some great dishes, and I'll keep coming back for that delicious white truffle garlic bread :) read more

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If loving carbs is wrong, I don't want to be right--especially when they're coming from North Italia @ The Boro. We kicked things off with the zucca chips, aka crispy zucchini heaven. My daughter's favorite--and for good reason. They're thin, golden, herb-kissed, and completely impossible to stop eating. I had to remind myself we had more food coming or I would've asked for a second round. Now onto the spaghetti and meatballs--handmade pasta, perfectly al dente, swimming in a rich, made-from-scratch tomato sauce that tastes like someone's Nonna is in the back making magic. And the all-beef meatballs? Thank you, North Italia, for giving the pork-free crowd something to celebrate. Juicy, savory, and honestly the best meatballs I've had in a long time. Then came the meatball pizza, and I nearly cried. Thin, crackly crust fresh from the brick oven, with just enough chew to balance the crunch. Topped with those same legendary meatballs and melty cheese. This is the pizza you cheat on your diet for--and then take home the leftovers and do it again the next day. Bonus shout-out to the iced tea--fruity, floral, and fragrant. Whoever came up with that blend deserves a raise and a standing ovation. And let's not forget: service was excellent. Friendly, attentive, and on point from start to finish without hovering. They actually looked like they enjoyed being there--and that vibe matters. North Italia, I came hungry and left in a full-blown food romance. Can't wait to come back for another date read more

North Italia - Meatball pizza - Italian Near Me - McLean, Virginia

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We stopped by the location for a quick birthday dinner. The place is conveniently located near Tysons and has other amenities like easy parking. The food and the Service were pretty good - definitely better than their Reston location in my opinion. We will try to come back again and give it another whirl next month. read more

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I'll start this by saying my family and I have been fans of this chain for a long time. We've been to both the Tyson's and Reston locations many times and it's always been a wonderful meal. That said, tonight we were all disappointed. We ordered our favorite garlic truffle bread and when it came out, it was literally half the size it normally is. There were six bite-sized pieces of bread under a small scoop of the truffle cheese--for $20. Ridiculous. Then our meals came. Two of us ordered another favorite, the bolognese, and one had the lasagna. The lasagna had almost no noodles, so it was basically a dish of meat and cheese. The bolognese, which I've called the best restaurant bolognese, was a much smaller portion that we're used to, plus the sauce was heavy on the anise. It was not the recipe we've come to love. For what we received, the prices were way too high. 3 small pasta dishes, a meatball and garlic bread should not be over $100. I'm adding a star for service, our server was very attentive, but even still, I think we're crossing this off our list. read more

Cool vibe, country Italian! Burrata was delicious. Pasta was fresh. Great service and good for kids! Went for lunch and was in and out quickly!! read more

Very solid local Italian spot. Espresso Martini: Fantastic. Full body, robust flavor. Authentic espresso & perfect froth. Caesar salad: solid. I thought it lacked flavor. Some pepper after it hits the table certainly helps. Maybe a little salt too which is not usually the case. It was still good. Chicken Pesto Pizza: Phenomenal! Very nice, non-sloppy build. Held together and was incredible heated back up in the oven the next day! Ricotta Cavatelli was my dates choice. It was okay from the bite I had. She loved it the day after as well! read more

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The food was great, but that was about the only thing they have going for them. My servers name was Sofia and she was distracted the whole entire time. She initially got my order wrong, I asked for crush meatball ragu but instead got the meatball appetizer. She asked if I wanted everything out at the same time, I told her I would love that. Nothing came out at the same time, I had to wait about 15 minutes for my actual meal while I had everything else on the table. Mind you, that appetizer that I didn't order even came out 10 minutes before the rest of the order. I think a manager came up to us and apologized but did absolutely nothing about their mistakes. Don't come here if you expect good service, I would just recommend actually sitting at the bar at that point, maybe they'll pay better attention to you considering you'll be right in front of their face. read more

North Italia - Crushed Meatball Ragu, Tortelloni Al Pomodoro, Tuscan Kale & Spinach - Italian Near Me - McLean, Virginia

We enjoyed a late lunch here today while visiting family. Max was our server who took great care of our table. I loved the open space here, we had a large booth for six of us near the window - it was not too loud with lots of light and ambience. All of us ordered something different and we all enjoyed our dishes. I had the pesto pasta with chicken and there was plenty of chicken and I loved the fried capers and pine nuts for some crunch. The pasta with sausage and vodka sauce was delicious and I can understand why this is such a popular dish. The Stromboli was a bit spicy, but very generous, especially for the price. But the star of the show might have been dessert. We shared a tiramisu and an order of the warm Italian donuts, and both were outstanding and a perfect way to finish our meal. The manager came by to say hello and made sure our water glasses were full and our coffee cups were fresh - he chatted in such a genuine and authentic way, not just a stuffy greeting. Everything about our experience was positive, and if we didn't have plans in the afternoon, I might have moved over to the bar and enjoyed a cocktail before leaving just to spend a little more time in the space. Thank you for an afternoon of relaxed but attentive service and good food! read more

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Overall it was okay but I think there's better pasta spots. Calamari batter was a bit thick for my taste. The pasta was a bit undercooked but the flavor was nice. The chicken parm was okay. The service and ambiance was nice! read more

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I was here for a friends birthday and ordered a salad and the hot honey prosciutto pizza and specifically asked for the hot honey on the side. The first time, they brought the prosciutto on the side instead. The second time, the same mistake happened again. It took three attempts to finally get the order correct. While the our server was polite, he didn't contribute much to fixing our issue. I still had to pay full price for my meal even with the repetitive errors, which was disappointing. I was really looking forward to this meal, but honestly am really dissapointed with the experience. My overall experience was super frustrating. I hope they improve order accuracy and communication. read more

Love north Italia the spicy vodka rigatoni is good and the tiramisu is amazing there is nothing bad about this place.

This place hits the spot every single time. The squid ink pasta on top of the honey pizza they have is just amazing. I also had the garlic bread and that was amazing would totally recommend for a nice date night! read more

We were able to walk in around 6pm on a friday night. The restaurant is large but very busy! It's overall a pretty casual place with a large selection of wine. Seems great to go with a group of friends. Our waitress was super nice and gave us great recommendations. Classico - This is a very solid charcuterie board. the prosciutto pieces are soft and not too salty. some of these pieces had a nice strong smokey flavor too. the bread is warm and fluffy and taste like pizza, even more when you add the hummus with tomatos and stuff on top! love having the fruit jam as an option too. good to share with 2 people. 3 if you want to eat light. 3.75/5Bolognese - Not your typical italian noodle! this reminded me more of the flat chinese noodles and i love that. Flavorful sauce, lots of meat and great homemade texture on the pasta itself! Nice flavor and more soft than chewy but still had small bite. 4/5 Squid Ink Tonnarelli - actually has a very nice kick to it. the ink doesnt taste like much but makes it look cool. most of the calamari pieces were cooked well and not too chewy with the exception being just a couple of the smaller ones slightly chewy. The texture and flavor of the pasta is great with a nice bite and not too soft. Fresh and flavorful and the shrimp is cooked very nicely too. It doesn't get boring. 4.25/5 read more

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Went here for girls' night and it was a nice vibe for a classy, but not too over the top kind of hang out! I personally got the seared scallops and butter cake, but didn't love it as much as I thought I would. Despite the scallops including sweet corn risotto, I felt both was too salty and didn't compliment each other very well. The butter cake wasn't very notable either... the blueberry compote made it a bit better, but the butter cake itself was too dense for me. Would definitely recommend the white truffle garlic bread! My friends got the funghi pizza, spicy broccolini, and the spicy rigatoni vodka and all seemed to like it enough. Service was good and I'm glad I tried it out, but wasn't my favorite Italian restaurant read more

North Italia - Seared Sea Scallops - Italian Near Me - McLean, Virginia

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This was me and my friends second time coming here and we will be back! The manager, Ron, was absolutely fantastic and helped make the dining experience both times. The servers have always been friendly and helpful. The food is excellent and so are the drinks, we shared and tried many new things. It's a very cozy and welcoming atmosphere. read more

Food was amazing authentic cocktails was next level waiter was also helpful we will be definitely returning for dinner!!

Cute calm spot, everyone was very welcoming and friendly. My server was really great she SPLIT all our foods and scheduled meals to come out accordingly. I started with the white truffle bread, a crispy fluffy garlic bread with truffle infused. It came with a spread which melted in your mouth, along with the crispy eggplant Parmesan. Although the dish was described crispy, it was not at all so just a heads up. I would most definitely still order it again! For entree we shared a Cesar salad and a pasta so the portion in photos look a little less than the norm due to us splitting the meal. Overall 10/10 location and will returning. read more

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Accidentally ended up here during restaurant week. Top notch from drinks to wine list through dessert. More interesting than usual burrata. Lightly spicy squid ink pasta and perfect salmon. Amazing butter cake with caramel and perfect not too sweet tiramisu. Worth the trip. read more

Great happy hour deals on food and cocktails, among my favorite local hot spots! ! I've been here countless times for happy hour, brunch, and dinner with a group of girlfriends and also date nights with hubby. The Roman Holiday cocktail!, White Truffle Garlic Bread, and the Strozzapreti Pasta are my favorite go-to! I've made my rounds through the menu, I'll dish it out: Roman Holiday Cocktail (5/5) - The fancy fruity cocktail with coconut and pineapple is refreshing and sweet. My favorite cocktail on the menu! Black Fig Manhattan (5/5) - Def packs a punch! The sweetness of the figs perfectly masks the boozy 2 shots of rye whisky and Grand Marnier. Julietta Cocktail (5/5) - The cocktail with Prosecco and elderflower was light and refreshing. Red Sangria (4/5) - Really well balanced and not too sweet or dry. Great happy hour cocktail for $6. My only complaint is that there were no fruits in the cocktail and wish there were some added in! La Dolce Vita (3/5) - The cocktail has a bold citrus flavor and a bit savory. Pomegranate Mule (1/5) - I wasn't a fan of the super fruity and sweet cocktail. While I hate wasting booze, 1/2 through the cocktail, I threw in the towel and joined my hubby for another round of the Black Fig Manhattan! White Truffle Garlic Bread (5/5) - My favorite app, def get on happy hour! The garlickly bread is buttered up and fully loaded with different cheeses (ricotta, mozzarella, and grana padano) and truffle oil. While one piece is quite satisfying and filling, hubby and I devour the plate! Chef's Board (5/5) - Another great happy hour app, hubby enjoys the prosciutto, grilled bread, nuts, and cheese. The pickled veggies have a spicy kick! Zucca Chips (4/5) - The crispy paper thin zucchini chips are quite tasty! A nice happy hour app and great alternative to fries. Eggplant Parm App (3/5) - The crispy eggplant parm had a thick coat of batter and a bit too light on the cheese compared to typical egg parms smothered in cheese. The vodka red sauce has a spicy kick! The dish was fun to try, but would make more room for the pasta next time! Grilled Bread (3/5) - The grilled bread is a bit of hit/miss. While it's tasty fresh and buttered, sometimes the bread is served cold and burnt and stale. Arancini (2/5) - The 6 crispy balls filled with mushroom risotto was a bit of a let-down with a bold smoky flavor. Wasn't sure if it was from the fontina or scamorza cheese. Strozzapreti Pasta (5/5) - One of my favorite all-time pasta dishes! The house-made spiral Strozzapreti pasta was cooked to perfection al dente with a light cream sauce and mushrooms and spinach topped with crunchy toasted pine nuts (I got the vegetarian version and got extra veggies broccolini and asparagus instead of the chicken. Tiramisu (3/5) - The tiramisu is very creamy topped with crunchy chocolate pearls. The proportion of cream and cake was off. I wish it had more cakey ladyfingers and a stronger coffee flavor. The bar has a vast selection of different types of booze and bottles, and the bartender can help to hook you up. The bartender was really nice and comped me for the pomegranate mule. Always excited to come back for more drinks and pasta! read more

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This is my favorite go to restaurant for larger groups, and I came here for a birthday party. The staff was so accommodating with our own cake that we brought, and even gave the birthday girl a tiramisu with a candle the calamari and black squid ink pasta was great, and all the dishes were great for sharing. read more

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I grabbed dinner with coworkers for my first time here. I did not know what to expect. The aesthetic of this restaurant is really pleasing. It's very clean,fresh,cozy, and modern. The menu has a decent selection of options and it's not overwhelming which I really appreciate. We ordered on a bunch of appetizers, and the shining star of the selections that we made was the white truffle garlic bread. You guys, that garlic bread melted in my mouth, the green of the cheese, the crunchiness of the created this perfect storm of deliciousness, it was like a flavor bomb exploded in my mouth. For my entrée, I ordered the Strozzapretti, and it was just ok. the ingredients had all of the makings to be an incredible dish, but it felt a little short when it came to seasoning. Personally, I felt this dish was a little bland. For dessert we shared the bombolini which are little Italian donuts filled with a custard like cream sauce. We also had a round of Espresso martini's which were perfectly crafted. Overall, there was some Highpointd and a few lows with this meal, but I really enjoyed my time at North Italia. I would be interested in trying this place out again and choosing a different entrée. The next time I come the service from the staff was great and the location is really nice as well. read more

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Brunch was great! The food was fresh and flavorful, the service was attentive, and the ambiance was perfect for a relaxing weekend meal. Would definitely come back!our servant however was a little distracted and inattentive read more

Never not a decent Italian meal to North Italia. Service is always good, ambiance is just what you need to be (whether it's date night or a family meal), and the vibes will always feel just a little fancier than a regular Italian restaurant. I always get an appetizer as my main meal as I just am not a pasta/pizza person. Get the shrimp scampi (it's amazing) and their eggplant parmesan isn't bad at all. Never tried the ice cream brookie sundae and it was really good (wish the brookie was bigger) and their tiramisu is always great. North Italia, it is what it is (if you've been there enough times). read more

North Italia - Italian Near Me - McLean, Virginia

North Italia exceeded my expectations! The food was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. Our server was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. Can't wait to go back! 5/5 stars read more

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Love this restaurant so much specially the vegetable salad the chicken pesto Thanks Zuleika she is very good served, helpful and smiling all the time read more

Updated Brunch Review Our go to favorite for brunch in Tysons. The restaurant is spacious and has easily accessible parking. We love getting a big cappuccino here and ordering pizza! This time around, server poured me a heaping portion in the passione and couldn't thank him enough! Come check out North Italia next you're in town for shopping. read more

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Food ambiance and service were all fantastic! Our server made thoughtful recommendations that delivered! Julietta - to my citrus and vanilla lovers...GET THIS COCKTAIL. Calamari-- a unique crispy puffy coating, accompanying sauce was phenomenal. Risotto balls -- perfect balance of filling to breading, perfectly fried, and I wanted to drink the creamy pesto sauce that comes with it. Spicy rigatoni -- I'm a sucker for a piping hot dish and this was exactly that. Great flavor, perfect cook on the pasta, nice savory bits of pancetta and sausage, and steaming upon delivery. Chicken pesto pasta -- I've had this myself and it was quite good. My boyfriend enjoyed it and it delivered again. Bombolini-- INCREDIBLE. I don't even have the words. I had one paired with the salted caramel gelato. The gelato was creamy and decadent. Seasonal butter cake -- good flavor but was a little dense for me (perhaps that's the point of butter cake?) Overall I enjoyed my in person visit to North Italia (first time was delivery) and will be back when I'm the area. read more

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On North Italia Tysons was a great experience I went in today and tried something completely new out of my norm which was the Strozzapreti. Pasta was a little bit harder than what I am normally used to when it comes to pasta but I quite enjoyed it a lot. The flavors of the sauce and the mushroom and everything else went very well together and it's definitely something I would order and try again. The place was not too crowded for a Sunday night But the atmosphere was great. You could hear yourself have a conversation with the people around you. The service was also top-notch with our server being very attentive and kind. I would definitely come here again read more

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I ordered two cacio e pepe pizzas for take out, and they forgot to put cheese on half the slices in boxes. I had guests coming and there wasn't enough food, so I had to place another delivery order last minute and pay for another box and delivery fees. I did make a note on my next order to make sure there's enough cheese so I didn't have the issue again thankfully. I shall also note, all 3 of the cacio e pepe pizzas were burnt on the backs, which seems like a problem unique to the cacio e pepe pizzas as well. This used to be my favorite restaurant, but now not so sure. read more

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Ordered several NYE specials for NYE - the serving size for the price was was too small/little. The ceasar was ok but no gem. the crab and shrimp special with house with ricotta was awful - very fishy and otherwise bland -ridiculously expensive for La meal that can't be eaten read more

(May 2025) For the past couple of years, my wife and I saw this place on our way to Whole Foods. Last night, we finally decided to come in for dinner. First thing we noticed was how busy it already was for 5:30pm on a Saturday. We didn't have reservations. However we were still seated, with the condition we had to finish eating by 7:00pm. We've never been asked that before, but since we didn't have reservations, we obliged. For dinner, my wife and I split a few items. The first was the Little Gem Caesar ($16). We loved that our server split the salad onto two plates. Next came the Margherita pizza ($21) and the Italian meatballs ($17). The pizza was reminiscent to the one we had last summer at Via Napoli inside Disney's EPCOT. The meatballs were reminiscent to the ones from Two Meatballs in the Kitchen in Cape Coral, FL. In addition to our server splitting the salad, he was very attentive by refilling our ice tea several times. He even gave me an extra cup of ice as I prefer my tea very very cold. We will be back and will be sure to make reservations! read more

Been to this location twice now, and the food has always been solid! However, the service has consistently been slow and unattentive. On the second visit, our server forgot to bring out something I requested and didn't refill our waters at all. This was during lunch, and the restuarant was half-full. Food comes out pretty quickly, but after that, they rarely check up. I do like their food and will keep coming back for certain items, like pizza. The pizza is really good and I love their crust! The margherita is amazing. Their pastas are good, too. The meatballs were yummy, but the best. I highly enjoyed the cream-filled italian donuts, but I wish the dough was crispier. I would recommend North Italia for casual-upscale dinners with loved ones or coworkers. But be prepared to wait awhile for service! read more

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North Italia has both indoor and outdoor seating. We sat outside due to the weather being so nice. We ordered the Prosciutto Bruschetta, Hot Honey & Smoked Prosciutto Pizza and a salad. Also had sangria. The service here was good. read more

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Very good service and food. I loved the pizza. I would definitely come back again. I had "The Pig" a very good meat pizza, and it was fantastic. My only complaint was only 3 beers on tap. Lots of wine choices, but limited beers. read more

Came for a team lunch and they handled the large group pretty well. We started with appetizers like the Cacio e pepe arancini and the calamari- both tasty and a decent size. The mains were decent too- the Caesar salad with chicken is a good value (tons of chicken) but the chicken would be better blackened- it was a weird grey color and stringy. The pepperoni pizza looked fantastic- portions are fair too. read more