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    Osteria Mozza

    4.1 (275 reviews)
    Open 9:30 am - 11:00 pm

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    Angela B.

    I love a good Italian spot, and Osteria Mozza did not disappoint! The inside was cozy and warm. The staff were super friendly and attentive. The food was delicious! There was nothing wrong with our experience for brunch! Everything was wonderful.

    Complimentary birthday dessert
    Vy H.

    Came here recently Saturday night to celebrate my birthday with my girlfriends. The restaurant is nice, and has an energetic vibe! The bar was packed too. Service was great--our server Mili was friendly and attentive. We started off with the Nancy's Caesar and Shaved Brussel Sprouts--the Caesar was disappointing, just a few pieces of lettuce and oddly presented. Pastas were delicious and flavorful but were relatively small portions--we enjoyed the Mafaldine, Rigatoni, and Linguine & Clams. The 24oz. Grilled Porcini-Rubbed Ribeye was huge--well flavored, tender and cooked perfect! Whole Branzino Alla Piastra was just okay--fish was soft but it lacked flavored, would have been better more seasoned or accompanied by a sauce. For sides, highly recommend the Sweet Potatoes! Roasted Cauliflower was good but it looked like broccoli since it was green, but tasted like a cauliflower. For dessert, Mili brought out a birthday dessert (ice cream with cookie) and a lit candle for the celebration! We also tried the Tiramisu and Apple Crisp. Cocktails were on point and prices started off at $16-17 a drink. We had an awesome experience, would definitely come back!

    Hanger steak & oxtail ragu
    Chris C.

    Let me start off by saying WOW. I have been wanting to try this spot for so long and i finally did today. It is so unassuming on the outside but once you open that door you are indulged with the most amazing fragrance of food and gorgeous interior design. I love everything about this place. They have a small menu but thats how you know theyve really perfected each dish. I was looking for calamari but they didnt have which i found odd but im actually glad because i opted for the arancini instead. The rice inside was cooked to perfection with the perfectly crispy exterior and the best red sauce ive ever had and i dont even like red sauce. The hangar steak was fabulous with a really hard char on the outside but tender inside. The arugula salad was so light and fresh. Oxtail ragu literally melted and the type of pasta they used really holds the sauce well. I will absolutely be coming back

    Mafaldine
    Patricia S.

    Everything was absolutely fantastic! From the ambiance, food, and service, 10/10!!! Some of the best service I've ever had. My water glass was never less than half filled. They swap out your silverware between apps/mains which is very nice. Food was sooo yummy! Arancini were cheesy, the orrechiette was perfectly cooked and the breadcrumbs added such a nice crunch and had a mild kick of spice! Gelato for dessert was also amazing!! Lots of flavors to choose from. Highly highly recommend and I can't wait to go back!

    Shawn H.

    Nice ambience and decor. We sat that the bar while waiting for our dinner reservation at a nearby restaurant. We had several glasses of white wine and cocktails. I loved their martini. So much so, I definitely overdid it. It's pricey but isn't everything in the area these days? The service was great. We sat at the bar and the bartender was just a doll. I tipped 50% for having given us an unforgettable pre-dinner get together.

    Olive oil cakes
    Rachel B.

    I had a great brunch with a friend at Osteria Mozza. We were seated right away. Everything on the menu looked awesome. I ordered an eggplant flatbread sandwich, and it was very flavorful and fresh. It came with some green salad on the side. It was my friend's birthday and they brought a complimentary dessert, which was so nice! We also tried the olive oil cakes for dessert, and that was probably my favorite thing that we had! The restaurant has ample seating. It's comfortable and classy. I really want to go back and spend more time looking at the market and pantry goods.

    Priyanka T.

    Osteria Mozza had a really nice atmosphere, and the bar area had a great vibe. Service was good. The goat cheese ravioli was definitely the highlight for me. Rich, flavorful, and really memorable. That said, the portion sizes felt pretty small, so while I'm glad I tried it, it felt more like a one-time visit for me.

    Orecchiette    sausage & Swiss chard
    Alexis B.

    I had brunch at Osteria Mozza on Sunday, and it was one of the best brunch experiences I've had recently. My only prior experience with Nancy Silverton restaurants was a visit to Pizzeria Mozza back in 2018 or 2019, when I was in LA with a friend. We thought about eating at Osteria Mozza, but decided to go more casual and eat at the pizzeria, since it was a lunch. But I've always wanted to visit her Osteria. Lucky for me - we on the East Coast don't have to go all the way to LA to eat at Nancy's Silverton's Osteria Mozza, because one opened in LA at the end of last year. The restaurant is enormous (when I walked in, I thought I was looking at the whole restaurant, but then I was walked to my table in another area, which felt like an attached greenhouse - full of light and glass), but it's also gorgeous, sophisticated, and elegant. My table was a little two top in the corner, and it was such a cozy spot. The service from start to finish was also excellent. My server was wonderful; he went above and beyond. When I was overwhelmed by how much I wanted on the menu - especially as a solo diner that didn't want to over-order - he was so helpful and honest. He really helped me narrow things down and order the right dishes to ensure I could eat what I ordered. He really took care of me, and he made my experience wonderful. So it's gorgeous and the service was perfect. But what about the food and drinks? Also wonderful! I started with one of their aperitivi: 9 Di Dante - Rosé Vermouth (bright citrus with balanced herbal botanicals - served with amarini cherries), which was wonderful. I started with their Little Gem Lettuce Salad (with green goddess and candied pepitas), which was simple and bright and had great texture from those candied pepitas. It was a great way to start a meal - light enough that I still had room for a pasta course. Based on the recommendation of my wonderful server, I ordered the orecchiette (with sausage and Swiss chard). Another delicious dish, but wow did it pack a punch. It was spicy and savory and just simple pasta perfection. I loved it. I really wish I had had room for dessert, but I'll make sure to have room next time. I finished my meal with an espresso. This brunch was one of my favorites this year. The food was delicious. The service was outstanding. The restaurant is beautiful. I often finish a positive review by saying I'd be happy to return, but I will return to Osteria Mozza. I can't wait.

    Rigatoni
    Lisa S.

    This is one of the prettiest restaurants! First time here for dinner and it was just as good as their brunch! We sat in the main part of the restaurant, which is beautifully decorated. Quiet enough to hear conversation even when all the tables are full. Attentive service from keeping our waters filled to refill on drinks to clearing dishes. We shared the Focaccia Di Recco, brussel sprout salad, burrata and leeks, and sweet potatoes. Focaccia Di Recco - we were underwhelmed and expected something "better" or more special especially as it was advertised as one of the best starters. I don't think anyone from our group would order it again. We expected it to be more like traditional focaccia and this was more like a thin flaky pizza crust with cheese. Brussel Sprout Salad - we quite enjoyed it - tangy dressing, fresh! Would get again! Burrata and Leeks - good flavor but felt on the smaller size. We would probably try one of the other burrata or mozzarella options on a future visit to try something new, but enjoyed this! Sweet Potatoes - absolutely delicious! We almost ordered a second order. 100% will order these again! We all really enjoyed our mains (except one)- most of our group had pasta. The Tagliatelle with bolognese and Parmesan was rich, filling, and cheesy. Goat cheese ravioli also a fantastic choice. Unfortunately, the rigatoni was undercooked - not just al dente - but not fully cooked. The carbonara sauce had good flavor though. I personally would have mentioned it to our server, but my friend didn't want to complain. The Beef Tagliata was a good serving and cooked to what was desired. Chicken Alla Diavola Su Crostone is a very generous serving. It's like a Spatchcocked chicken with a breast, wing, leg, and thigh all served on a thick 1.5" piece of crusty bread and braised onions with chicken au jus and grilled lemon. Three of us had some of this dish and there were still leftovers to go home. Well cooked and great flavor. I could see one of the vegetable sides complimenting this well - especially a green vegetable. We split a tiramisu for dessert - so good! The hazelnuts added a balance of salt and texture to a very well done tiramisu. We would definitely order this again!

    Focaccia
    Antonia N.

    We had an incredibly delicious dinner at Osteria Mozza this evening! It was so close to 5 stars and I won't be surprised if they earn a Michelin star soon. From the moment you step in the door, the ambiance hits you. The dimly lit, huge restaurant is beautifully decorated inside. We were sat in a gorgeous side room that feels like an indoor patio with huge archways and filled with plants. I'm obsessed with that room. First we started with cocktails. I had a Rosa Spritz and my husband had an espresso martini. My Spritz was so light and fruity with a hint of rosemary, and not too sweet. Perfetto! And the espresso martini was to die for with perfect foam on top. How do they do that? Such a great start! Then onto the food. We started with the squash blossom fritti, mozza caprese and their signature focaccia. Everything was delicious! The squash blossoms were perfectly fried and crispy with creamy ricotta filling. The Mozza caprese was served with pesto, baked tomatoes and garlic toast. The mozzarella was so creamy and decadent. But, the focaccia was a stand out. It was so light and crispy - filled with cheese and topped with the good oil and sea salt. So simple and perfect! I've never had such thin, crispy focaccia. WOW! Our next course was pasta. And I have to say, I will be dreaming of their egg yolk raviolo in perfectly browned butter with crispy sage. Cutting into it and watching the yolk pour out was something special. And the filling was so creamy. It was so good, we ordered a second. We also got a tagliatelle bolognese, but that one missed the mark. The pasta was a bit over cooked and the sauce sparse. It's ok! We enjoyed everything else so much. For our secondi, we each got an entree but they could have been EASILY shared by multiple people. I had the branzino that was so crispy and on top of an herb salad. The fish was so delicate and cooked to perfection. My husband's chicken wasn't as successful - it was a bit dry and served on bread that soaked up all of the Jus, leaving his chicken mostly without sauce. Bummer! Finally, dessert. Another show stopper!! You HAVE to get the peanut butter stracciatella pie - with peanut butter filling, an Oreo crust, topped with creme fraiche, caramel and toasted peanuts was so sinful and an incredible ending to an amazing meal. Grazie mille, Osteria Mozza! Ci vediamo a presto.

    Shaved Brussel Sprouts salad
    Melanie C.

    Absolutely loved the space! We sat in the beautiful side green room for brunch with plenty of sunshine. We shared the Brussels salad and each enjoyed our mains very much. Highly recommend the smashed potatoes side as well. The service was great as we will be back.

    Tagliatelle
    Brigette K.

    My friend and I snagged a reservation for 7:30 on a Friday. We got there a bit early so we were sat mostly at our reserved time in the outer glassed in area which I was glad about so I could actually hear my friend. We shared the focaccia which was huge and delicious. I had a pasta which was excellent but definitely a small portion - you will not have any leftovers. With a beer, cocktail, two pastas and the bread it was about $120 before tip so defiantly a nicer, more special place.

    Pici Spaghetti
    Rebekah C.

    Very cute place that replaced the food hall that was here before. Inside is cozy with plenty of seating inside, on the patio, and bar. Food portions were great. I had the pici pasta which was essentially spaghetti with garlic tomato and basil. The pasta tasted handmade and had a good bite to it.

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    Can I order lasagna?

    Only if you do it politely!

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    Dressy casual

    Are there gluten free items on your dinner menu?

    YES! Their gluten free pasta is amazing, and they can prepare a few dishes GF. Ask to sit in Shariff's section, he did a wonderful job with our gf df vegetarian needs !

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    L'Ardente - Soft Serve - Vanilla Fior di Panna Gelato (v,gf) | Mango-Passion Fruit Sorbet (v+,gf) |

    L'Ardente

    4.5(1.6k reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$$

    Service - Wonderful! The server was so attentive and came by often. He helped with making decisions…read morefor the table based on the items we have already ordered! Duck Hunt- MUST GET!! The ravioli was aldente but the cheese foam was the star! The funk of the cheese foam coats your mouth with the explosion of flavor. Cesare Salad- Twist. A minty, lemony twist to a classic. It was a wonderful addition to the table to share among 3 people for a starter Gamberi- Delicious. The prawns were well cooked and the sauce was deeply seasoned. If you are opposed to having a "face" on your food, this is not for you Lasagna-Classic done right. 40 layers of delicious short rib with a pile of freshly shaved parm on the side!! This is the dish you come back for each and everytime Zucca- Rich. This was rich and deep with flavor. This would be a wonderful second day dish if taken home. The pasta soaked up even more of the flavor from the sauce!! Dover Sole Piccata- Light. This was a large portion for the amount of other food on the table. If ordering for just 3 people, you will end up with too much. This was a nice light option if you didn't want to have a heavy meal. Wished the potatoes were a little crispy to give a different texture of the dish Vanilla Soufflé- MUST GET!! Who ever said vanilla is boring is dead wrong! The soufflé was custardy and melts in your mouth without the eggy taste or smell On to my next adventure...

    This was my first time visiting this restaurant and I can't wait to visit again…read more Everything was absolutely delicious. They even elevated the traditional ceaser salad and made its citrus notes dance on your pallet differently. I purposefully tried all the viral items, arancini, 40 layer lasagna etc and they lived up to the hype. The ambiance, and service were equally satisfying. If I lived in the area, it would be my weekly go to.

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    40-Layer Lasagna.

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    Caruso's Grocery - Spicy Neapolitan Ragu

    Caruso's Grocery

    4.5(341 reviews)
    4.6 miCapitol Hill
    $$

    When my niece requested Italian for her birthday I knew just where to take her for her birthday…read more While it's hard to snag an early dinner reservation before 9PM, I've been there plenty times solo and was able to secure a single seat at the bar.That place is busy, welcoming & warm and well worth it! The hospitality and service is top tier. When celebrating a birthday they greet you from the host stand with a happy birthday! We started with the Roasted Garlic Caesar and the Garlic Bread Quattro Formaggi both super tasty and flavorful. For dinner went with the Spicy Neapolitan Ragu, my personal fav, which is hearty and full of flavor and the Caruso's Alfredo that's creamy with wild mushrooms and truffle butter. My picky 19yr old left with her heart and stomach full and impressed with Caruso's! It was my pleasure to introduce her and happy to add another fan gal!

    Love this place for some good old Italian! Chicken parm was absolutely ginormous and had a good…read morebalance of sauce and tomato. The ragu was perfection. The perfect mixture of umami and tang. They also used bucatini noodles and I feel like not many restaurants do that and I just love how it absorbs all the sauce. Bread was delicious as always, but the cheese was just okay. Honestly I feel like the bread tasted better with the ragu sauce. Potatoes were exactly what you would expect - herby and slightly cheesy. Vibes in there are perfect - like an old style Italian homey restaurant. Service took a little while but they were also busy.

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    Osteria Al  Volo - Fettuccine Amatriciana

    Osteria Al Volo

    4.5(600 reviews)
    1.8 miAdams Morgan
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    I've been coming to this lovely Italian gem for so many years. It is consistent and delicious and…read morefriendly and cozy. Their pastas are perfection. Their menu is simple and it works. We've taken out of town guests, we've taken our son, we've done takeout. One of my favorites is the bucatini with short rib ragu. I always ask for an extra side of buratta, which pair is so nicely with the hearty sauce.

    A cute little neighborhood spot. Was in the mood for pasta and decided to go on a whim on a…read moreSaturday night. It was crowded but there were still a few seats available. Found it to be a bit louder than I would've liked but I think it was because of the spacing between tables. Came toward the end of the night and got seated and welcomed right away. I ordered the polpette, meatballs to start. They were quite tasty, but the sauce was a bit watery. Think that's just because the meatballs themselves were pretty juicy. Heard the focaccia was a hit, so asked for some of that. I was told they didn't have any left. Which was weird, because then another server came and asked if I wanted bread. I'm glad I said yes because the focaccia is very fresh and was a great addition to the meal. For my main, I ordered the vodka pasta, which was very flavorful and very saucy. I love a good, thick vodka sauce and that's what you'll get here. The one part of the pasta I didn't really enjoy was the chicken inside the pasta. I think I would've preferred a grilled chicken option instead of the chicken that comes in the pasta. That being said, this place is a gem. The prices are great and the portions are hearty. The pasta is thick, you're really coming here for fresh noodles and ingredients. If you want to top your meal off just right, you'll get the chocolate lava cake. Very delicious! Service was good and staff was very attentive!

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    Osteria Al  Volo - Meatballs. Absolutely delicious!!

    Meatballs. Absolutely delicious!!

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    RPM Italian

    RPM Italian

    4.0(1.9k reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$$

    They did not seat us on time when we had a reservation which was very inconvenient but the food was…read moregreat and the service could be better

    One of my favorite restaurants in DC. Still like the vibe, music and decor in the bar and main…read morerestaurant area. Been here many times since my last review eight years ago. Their happy hour is really good, so if you are in the area during those times, I would definitely go to the bar area. For appetizers, I usually get their Wagyu Beef Carpaccio - it is one of the best ones I've had. Other standouts are their Shredded Brussel Sprouts - this dish made me actually like Brussel sprouts-lol. This has avocado, toasted breadcrumbs, and pickled peppers and the Truffled Garlic Bread - so good. For main dishes, my daughter just raves about their Maine Lobster Ravioli. She loves this dish so much. It's the only dish she orders. Actually, you can't go wrong with any of their pasta dishes - Spicy Dungeness Crab, Short Rib Bolognese and Mama DePandi's Bucatini. Other mains we really enjoy is their Prime Dry-Aged Bistecca Fiorentina - this can feed two people, and it's priced at $175, but I think it's worth it. Steak is really good. Also, I really liked their Mediterranean Branzino. Cocktails are great, especially their Old Fashioned. Service has always been top notch here. Can't wait until RPM Steak opens in downtown DC later this year!

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    Cucina Morini

    Cucina Morini

    4.5(191 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    Cucina Morini is an excellent place for solo dining. I secured a last minute reservation for a…read morespecial Memorial Day Morini Monday for myself. Not saying that dining companions are distracting, but I felt like I could fully experience the flavor of both the Taglioni Neri and Gnocchi, both half portions at $10 each, better on my own. When the dishes came, I saw that the sauces were both red and feared they would taste too similar. After one fork full of each, they are quite clearly distinct. The standout in the Neri were the shellfish for me. Even though they were small bits, the pieces tasted fresh. In the Gnocchi, the saltiness of the prosciutto, though not overwhelming, paired well with the basil sauce. I finished a little more than half of each plate before boxing it up for a small lunch the next day. The service was great and the tall ceiling and windowed dining room provided a nice atmosphere. It was a cloudy and rainy Memorial Day, but I wondered what the sunlight looked like shining through those high windows. How lovely a space they have created to enjoy fine Italian dining in.

    Martini Hour alert!…read more First, I think that the martini hour is absolutely genius! It runs from 5-7pm and the selections of martinis were perfect. Ambiance: the restaurant is beautiful but note that martini hour takes place in a small bar area with limited seats. Nonetheless, you can grab a few friends and make this a moment as you enjoy those perfect martini selections. Bites: there weren't much to eat at martini hour so we moved to the general area afterwards to enjoy some food. Service: the staff was amazing and very accommodating. Shoutout to Nesto, the best bartender around! Martinis: Morini Martini: I absolutely love this drink. It was crisp, refreshing, and had a little bold flavors from the white pepper. I absolutely loved this drink and would get it again Sicilian Martini: another fav! Think summer time refreshing with a hint of sweet and citrus burst from the mandarin and lemon Espresso Martini: this drink was another great selection. Freshly brewed and perfectly prepared. I loved it Least favorite: Cala Rossa. I only disliked the drink because it was very sugary and I don't really enjoy sugary drinks. Food: Rigatoni: this dish was divine! And quick note, the smaller plates were perfect serving sizes. But back to the dish. The pasta was cooked al dente and the lamb ragu was soooooooooooooo good! No seriously, it was absolutely divine. Perfectly seasoned and rich in flavors. Other members of my party enjoyed their dishes: Cappelletti and Paccheri Alla Norma, both were described as absolutely perfect. Excellent evening, great service, incredible food and perfect drinks! What's not to love about this place?! I'll be back!

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    Tomato Focaccia

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    Floriana - Muscovy Duck Breast

    Floriana

    4.1(971 reviews)
    1.5 miDupont Circle
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    There is no place like Floriana. Genuinely the best food... so much so that my husband and I chose…read moreFloriana for our wedding night. Cozy interior, quiet and romantic. It's in an over 100 year old house and it's beautiful. The food? Wow. Incredible. Nothing isn't delicious. Tender and al denté pasta. Everyone is so kind. The general manager and AJ helped to make our night so special. What a place.

    Went for restaurant week and would give 3.5 stars…read more First to note, parking in this area is not great. At all. Finding the restaurant was easy but walking into a foyer that looked like the back of a restaurant / server entrance with no staff to greet you was a little confusing. There are curtains sectioning off the dining area, but lots of questions when you first walk in. Also note that the dining room is verrrrry dark at night, and it can get very loud when crowded. Service was okay, but there were multiple times when we wondered where our server was. The bread, oil, and winter sangria were AMAZING. For food we had Brussels, calamari, and mussels to start (all delicious), tortellini mignon (underwhelming and sent back for the lobster linguine), scallop and shrimp risotto (okay, but I've had better), and branzino (good and cooked well) as entrees. I had the tiramisu for dessert which was good, but I did almost choke in the first bite from the amount of cinnamon. I would go back to try additional dishes, but a little underwhelmed for a first experience.

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    Floriana - Inside downstairs dining room.

    Inside downstairs dining room.

    Floriana - Banana Foster French Toast

    Banana Foster French Toast

    Floriana - Outdoor seating area

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    Outdoor seating area

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