Wow! I was given a gift card to this restaurant and boy oh boy do I wish I had gone sooner!! The food was absolutely incredible, the atmosphere is very Italian and the service was on point! We had a Quattro Formagi pizza to start, a caprisi salad, the salmon, the zuppa, pistachio cheesecake and tiramisu- it was all absolutely amazing. The food was served in perfect timing, at perfect temperature and the serving sizes were absolutely perfect! I highly HIGHLY recommend!! read more

Pazzo Pomodoro - Tiramisu - Pizza Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

My husband and I went on a Sunday afternoon because a friend had recommended it. Pazzo Pomodoro did not disappoint! We ordered the mussels appetizer and it was the best I have ever tasted. The accompanying bread was heavenly. It was easily enough for four! When we return, I will have a hard time not ordering the smoked salmon pasta with sun dried tomatoes again. It was fabulous and provided leftovers for the next two days! The quantities are generous and the restaurant was memorable, as was the impeccable service. We will be back! read more

I rented the private room at the Vienna location. We had had a baby shower in the afternoon, and the dinner was for the family. I had high expectations for a very special evening, but was greatly disappointed. 1. There was far too much time between the courses. We arrived at 6, but were not served the entrée until nearly 8. Many of the guests had to leave before dessert, and no one was able to stay for coffee. 2. The spaghetti was terrible. It tasted like it was a day or two old, and had been reheated. It was not at all acceptable. 3. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There was condensation dripping from the ceiling on several guests. The manager did not apologize. His solution was to lower the AC, but this did not help and he offered no other options.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 4. I was called two or three times in the week before to confirm the reservation, but no one mentioned there was a discount for not using a credit card. I did not know to bring my check book. I did have a debit card, but was told this would not qualify for the discount. Most of the guests were my wife's family from around New York City. Over the years we have had many wonderful experiences at Italian restaurants when visiting them. I was embarrassed that I had brought her family to this restaurant. read more

Even as a last minute decision, Pazzo Pomodoro was THE BEST decision! John Michael was amazing at the bar and I will definitely be back. The pizza was delicious and I felt taken care of like family. read more

Absolutely love this place and have been coming here frequently last 2 years. 1. Reservation - you can always find a seat. This is a big establishment with lots of seatings. 2. Food - amazing After having tried almost the entire menu. I think I love their grilled calamari (they also have deep fried if you like), Zuppa di Pesce della Costiera Amalfitana and their pizzas. I can go on about how amazing their zuppa is all day long. But, instead of reading about it, do yourself a favor and go have one. 3. Drinks - wine selection is expanse and their owners work hard to maintain their selection as well as the rating. Last time, I tried their Barolo by the glass and it was great. 4. Service - it is like a good wine, they're getting better each time I come here. There was a brief few months when service was sub-par but whatever the management did is working. I absolutely love their service and what a pleasant experience they can give you. 5. Outside seatings/covid precautions They have tent outside for those who want to avoid being indoors. Staff wears mask and tables are placed far. It is a great place for date night, family meal, friends get together or even business meal. Highly recommend, I am so glad they're located so close from me. read more

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This review is an exception as we've never experienced such poor service. We came for celebrating anniversary and left with embarrassment. Food was good and we all enjoyed it. Extremely disappointing with our waiter Mauro. Not a good thing to scold the customer in front of their family and the whole restaurant. read more

After having been here several times the food is quite good. The lasagna in particular is a personal favorite. The ambiance is pleasant although crowded at times. They have an excellent wine selection. One recommendation- if you order takeout in particular -pizzas. Check them before you leave. The pizza I ordered last night had the four ingredients put in four separate corners. I don't understand it but can only assume I was given the wrong order or someone in the kitchen was having a bad night! read more

Pazzo Pomodoro - Pizza? Who does this? - Pizza Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

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Some hits and some misses. Pizzas were good but fish was flavorless. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant had a good family friendly vibe[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . read more

This place is not meant for vegetarians; their vegetarian options are bland and basic. Their breads were basic, too. Sadly to say, Olive Garden might be a decent alternative here. I came here for dinner and had some red wine - which was the best part - but unfortunately, that was the only best part. The customer service was average but our waiter, Ivan was wonderful. An Italian place like this could thrive if they put effort into the decor, the flavoring and even seasoning/options of breads. This place is unfortunately basic at best. I sense a lack of effort here. read more

Cozy sized restaurant with small tables so coursing is extremely important. For appetizers we had their garlic bread and bruschette miste which was a generous portion size and well seasoned. We ordered the penne al salmone affumicato and gnocchi sorrentina to share. Between two people we were full from appetizers already but the pasta was cooked to a perfect al-dente that we could not resist to eat a little more. My favorite was the salmone affumicato as the sauce was so creamy and rich. I wish we had room for dessert but maybe next time. Service was a little slow but we went around peak dinner time so was to be expected. read more

We just love Pazzo in Vienna! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The food is always great as is the service and ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Tonight I want to give a special shout out to the gifted chef who made the Fisherman's Stew. It was seasoned to perfection. And the fish and shellfish was cook perfectly. And as anyone who cooks knows that is hard to do. Bravo for a truly divine meal! read more

Sundays at the bar in Vienna (ask for malloch!) they have live music 9-12am. Food and drink specials, and even a late night food menu that runs until 1230am! 10 beers on tap, 50+ bourbons and whiskeys; it's paradise. Wood fired Pizzas, homemade pastas, fresh seafood, great specials, and a fantastic reserve wine list (25% off Mondays btw). Just added a second private dining room as well. Word on the street is, they just purchased the spot a few doors down to start selling Italian sandwiches with fresh meats, wines, and pastas to go. There's a temporary sign up already announcing it's arrival in early 2022 read more

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We've been to this place many times, and unfortunately have to say that the service has always been pretty bad. Normally, they are just slow to get to your table and take your order - they always seem to have too few servers ... and they're running around trying to serve too many tables. The food also comes out slowly. The last time we went, they completely forgot one of our orders too, and when we asked about it, the server actually seemed to be in disbelief about it. So bad service all around. Now setting aside the service (if you're ok with it being shitty), the food is generally ok which is why we do come back. I find their calamari to be salty, their bolognese to be good (though usually the sauce lacks depth - just a simple tomato meat sauce), and their ravioli and other pasta dishes to also be decent (nice creamy flavors, though salty at times as well). read more

I was pretty disappointed :( Calamari was amazing 10/10 Bolognese had no flavor at all. The sauce was watery and flavorless. 5/10 Pesto special was good, 6.5/10. Ambiance was really not my favorite - very pizza place that has tables versus quaint restaurant that serves pizza. read more

Another healthy and delicious spot in NoVa. The wine is amazing. Best red wine ever. The flat bread was not my favorite ( not healthy and not worth the calories, not the best I have ever had). The lamb chops and the oyster dish were great. Pistachio gelato is way to go. If you are a red wine lover/ snob like me try this wine and let me know what you think. read more

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Stopped here while in the area getting things going, and even though it is in a strip mall, really is a diamond in the rough and one of my favorites thus far in 2019. Place is nice - open kitchen area that you can see your food being prepared or see the cooks working, and the dining areas are equipped with tables covered in picnics red and white table cloths. Our waiter Jerry was helpful, spewed with us several times and helped us navigate the menu. ****MAJOR ISSUE - NO CHICKEN PARM**** with a place that houses italian men and cooks and waiters and looks like an old world style restaurant - How is it too much to ask to bread a breat and add gravy and cheese to it. I ordered the recommended fat style pasta noodles which came with bolognese sauce - and really I think I'm more of a tomato sauce rather than meat. I appreciate the deep red sauce, not the orange style bolognese. Was good don't get me wrong - appreciating the spewage from Jerry and the bread they give you. Nice place - would recommend. read more

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In my opinion, this was a very nice restaurant. The staff very intent on making your visit enjoyable Everyone at the table enjoyed their meal. Very tasty. Very fresh I had a little problem. I asked the server if they make anchovies and spaghetti with olive oil and he said yes. So that's what I ordered. What I received was spaghetti with a red sauce and a can of anchovies dumped on top. I never like to make an issue when I go to a restaurant so I tried it. Usually the spaghetti is put in a frying pan after cooking it al dente with anchovies and olive oil have been warmed . I am sure the server did not understand what I was asking for. Next time I'm in Vienna Virginia I will definitely stop at this restaurant read more

Some of the best pasta you will ever have! The pasta is handmade and you get to really enjoy the pasta and sauce flavors. Lot of their ingredients are from Italy . Nice ambience , certainly there has been some thought put into the decor and overall feel of the restaurant. The service is not on point but at acceptable level. Go for it ! read more

Pazzo Pomodoro - Basil pasta and pizza - Pizza Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

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My family and I love this place. We stumbled upon it one evening when looking for a new Italian place to try and haven't gone anywhere else since. Everything from the service to the food to the ambiance gives you the full on family Italian restaurant vibe. Definitely give their garlic bread and Greek salad a try for an appetizer. The chicken Marsala and pappardelle bolognese are awesome but even venturing away from the typical dishes will reward your taste buds. The dessert list is no joke either. I can't recommend this place enough. read more

Love coming here for a special Italian night! They have many gluten free (and normal) options and everything is delicious. Gluten free options cost 2-3 dollars extra but to be able to get the same delicious Italian food it's definitely worth it. The ambiance feels like Buca di Beppo but if your Italian grandma designed it, perfect for a date night. Our servers have always been kind and helped us decide between the many menu options. read more

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Went in for a quick bite to eat late night and met the bartender John Michael he recommended that i try the fried Lasagna which was incredible! Will be coming back to try more food but most importantly to see John Michael he really knows how to treat you like family and definitely knows how to make ones visit special! read more

The service was great but my ravioli arrived room temperature (which is a pet peeve of mine since I love my food arriving HOT when I go out and pay for my meals). I was expecting it to be piping hot, given that we were at an Italian spot, or at least very warm. But it was cool to the touch. Service was friendly though and they apologized and immediately reheated it for me. It was still not warm/hot enough but I just wanted to eat by this point. Unfortunately, the dish turned out to also be salty. This restaurant has awesome reviews so maybe I just ordered the wrong food item. I may come back to try something else solely based on the fact that service was so accommodating. read more

Pazzo Pomodoro - Ravioli di Carne that arrived cool to the touch :( - Pizza Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

Incredible food and service!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is wonderful and I always have an amazing experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would absolutely recommend Pazzo. read more

Took my family for a quick dinner and ended up getting filled to the brim with delicious food! The spot has a cozy, family friendly feel and I wouldnt be surprised if it's a restaurant that's been run for generations. It isn't a sexy date night spot, but if you want casual italian food and good service, this is perfect! The sorrentino is nothing special but it's what I wanted. Jist red sauce on chicken breast with cheese. The butternut squash ravioli had a sweet and savory twist and was cooked with just enough sauce and softened well. The zuppa di pesce is no soup - but enough broth to pick up with the bread that it comes topped with. The seafood was fresh. The linguine vongole was just as fresh. The linguine was cooked al dente and they didnt skimp on the clams! The white wine sauce wasn't salty and complimented the clams - nothing overwhelming. The appetizers were delicious. Loved how we had the choice to have our calamari grilled. The arancini was delightfully well stuffed, like little risotto balls bursting in flavor. Just enough red sauce to dip every little bite into. The dessert was on the house (many thanks!). I didnt get to try it but I hear they're a great sugary treat to end the night on a high note. read more

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This place is amazing. I love the interior, and also the fact that you can sit outside in a little tent. Reservations aren't truly necessary, but would be a good measure of making sure you get a spot. The food here is great, would highly recommend the pineapple pizza and the seafood soup. The service is great, and the parking situation is fine. Overall, would highly recommend this place. read more

Pazzo Pomodoro - Pazzo: grilled calamari - Pizza Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

Online presence - the yelp is active and had a lot of reviews, partially how I found it. (1) First impression - huge first impression, not always do I ever feel welcome anymore, but this place makes you. (1) Lighting - average nothing breathtaking (.5) Unique food choices - tons of choices (1) Style / furniture - classic Italian, checkered table cloths (1) Temperature - was actually comfortable (1) Noise - not really noisy but kind of too close to even talk (.5) Good taste / food - food was great - just enough (1) Waiting time - no wait (1) Waitress knowledge - waiter was best in a long time (1) Price - seemed ok? (1) Chips to guac ratio - n/a Cleanliness - clean (1) parking - fine (1) Overall 12/15 Other read more

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Pazzo Pomodoro did not disappoint. I've been there a few times and things were always good, but this recent experience just blew me away. Mainly because of the service we received. We sat at the bar and had two of the most amazing bar tenders. One was Chris and the other Mike (big mike). The minute we sat down they were on it. They made great good and drink recommendations. Everything they recommend was on point. We started with the lobster bisque which was absolutely delicious. It was a great texture, had great flavor, and the croutons that were topped made a great addition. The sad thing is that they don't always have it, but from what I heard the chef who prepares the soups is awesome. Pretty much can't go wrong with any of their soups. We also went out on a limb to order the cauliflower crust/gluten free pizza. Not sure if it is something they always have. They knocked this out of the park. Not a bad alternative to the classic crust. You can tell there is a difference, but with all the other ingredients the slight difference in taste doesn't make it any less delicious. I absolutely love this place, and will be back. I will be looking out for both Chris and Mike. They made this experience a 5 star for me. read more

Pazzo Pomodoro - Pizza Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

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Authentic Italian food, awesome atmosphere with great service. The waitress was attentive and checked in often. Both meals were divine. I added fresh Parmesan and crushed red peppers to the pesto dish. My cousin enjoyed her gnocchi. So many other dishes to try. Definitely coming back read more

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Local authentic Italian restaurant with wood-fired oven from Naples! The food and service is reminiscent of my trip to Rome and Almalfi. Even the restaurant name "Pomodoro" meaning tomato sauce is legit. My hubby and I ordered a feast with a Charcuterie board, Tuscan bread, Margherita pizza, Rainbow Trout, Chocolate Mousse, and Tiramisu. Tuscan style flatbread (5/5) - Peppered with seasoning and olive oil, baked in the wood-fired oven was bursting with flavor in every bite. It was hands-down my favorite item on the menu and beats the dry complementary bread, definitely worth ordering! Charcuterie board (5/5) - My hubby enjoyed the fresh slices of prosciutto and parmesan and blue cheese. Rainbow Trout (5/5) - My husband kept raving about the delicacy of the fresh caught fish. The side of grilled veggies and potatoes was tasty. Margherita pizza (1/5) - Disappointing and didn't have the pillowy soft crust that I hoped for. Despite the hand-made oven from Naples, the bland pizza didn't quite deliver and measure up to Assaggi Osteria or Pupatella. Fun to watch the pizza cook in the wood-fired oven in front of me! I'll go with a pasta dish next time. Chocolate Mousse (5/5) - Decadent and divine, loaded with chocolate chunks and topped with raspberry cream. Tiramisu (1/5) - Underwhelming, where were the layers? Some of the sides were full of dense cream and missing the spongy coffee soaked layers. As a tip, check out pics of all the dishes with descriptions on the restaurant's website. As many Yelpers have noted, the service is fantastic! Truly authentic and very genuine. Will be back for the Tuscan bread and try out some of the other dishes! read more

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I came to Pazzo on a Saturday night and it didn't disappoint! For appetizers, we shared the calamari and the aranchini. For my main course, I decided to order the lobster ravioli special. Everything that I got was delicious. Service was great. Mauro was very nice and attentive. Great place for authentic Italian food! read more

Pazzo Pomodoro - Lobster Ravioli - Pizza Near Me - Vienna, Virginia

Love discovering local favorites and WHY it is so. Food - we had the Pappardelle Bolognese and Penne Salmone. Absolutely delightful. I had the pappardelle and I loved the balance of the meat to the sauce (tip: you do need to tell your server to make sure they add tomato sauce if you want what I had) and I'm told the pasta is homemade! The penne was exactly what my husband was looking for: light, yet creamy. We topped off dinner with Tiramisu, with a taste of the Baci di Sofia Loren. Again, everything is homemade/made at the restaurant so it didn't disappoint. Location/COVID precautions - tucked in a shopping center so there's free parking. They have a tent set up outside for outdoor dining. All the staff are wearing masks and gloves. We felt safe eating here. Staff - this is what makes this place 5+++ stars. I'm sure you'll be taken care of regardless of who is serving you, but tonight I want to give a special shoutout to Jerry. He is knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. He knows the menu well and made great recommendations on both food and wine! He has passion for what he does and it was evident with every table that he attended to. Verdict: go here, bring everyone, and have a GREAT family meal. read more

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John Michael has once again created a memorable evening. His get food recommendations and light hearted jokes are the reason I keep coming back. read more

By far my favorite Italian food in the area. Ordering out is easy dine in is nice servers are always super friendly as well.

This impression is from one visit on New Years. I phoned in an order, to go. I would not recommend the combination of major holiday, phone order, and custom pizza at the Pazzo Pomodoro. They have a good oven, pretty good ingredients from what I could tell - though I could quibble about the anchovy (very salty) and the strange brown mushroom looking things that tasted like wood char that I didn't order for my pie - and a great server staff and environment. So where's the problem? Everything about communication failed. Over the phone I clearly said my name, my order (Margherita, add garlic, artichoke and pepperoni and some sides) and waited in the parking lot for 10 minutes before going in. At the concierge I am told they do not have an order for me - they did, just the wrong name. I found my order by the items on the bill, but... they had anchovies instead of artichoke on the pie. They were very responsive to try and get it right again (good!) but got the pie wrong again. (Plain margherita add garlic and artichoke, but they forgot the pepperoni.) I walked out with two wrong pies, one gratis. I understand that holiday staffing could be an issue; I also understand the noise level in the restaurant was pretty high. Yeah, I understand. Tough to rate: the staff was 4~5, the food was 3~4, the experience was 2~3. Between a 3 and 4, but certainly not a 4. There are a few Neapolitan and New York pizza places to use for comparison to the Pazzo Pomodoro; of the three I have tried the Pazzo would not be my favorite place to phone in a pizza order. read more

Service was ok- but please do not believe the hype, the pastas here lack seasoning , flavor, and depth. The only thing we enjoyed about the pastas was the texture. We Ordered 4 different types , and all of us ate one bite and could not believe how this place is so highly rated ... we felt bad asking for boxes immediately after getting our food and ended up going somewhere else. If you are looking for real Italian cuisine -this is not it, I would compare this place close to one step above Olive Garden but that's it.. read more

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Have gone to this cozy, Italian restaurant several times. i have always found the food delicious and the service great.

I had a bad experience here. The service was rude and unhelpful, it ruined my dinner. The food was so so. I will not be back.

Had an entire family event (19 of us) at Pazzo Pomodoro on Nov. 16, 2024 and it was AMAZING in every respect!!! Every staff member went out of their way to make the birthday party memorable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The service was fantastic, the setting was casual and friendly, and the food was INCREDIBLE![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Thank you to the staff, management, and chef for a truly wonderful evening!!! read more

Came back for the seafood pasta and also tried pizza this time after receiving suggestions. The seafood pasta was superb like the last time and the pizza was amazing. Finished the night with tonight's special dessert - a slice of rolled cake and a scoop of gelato and it was fantastic! read more

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Our regular pizza joint. Fantastic knowledgeable staff, cozy old-style comfort ambiance, amazing pizza-Neopolitan style (would surely satisfy the AVPN requirements!) Great bar in back for a different vibe. read more

Pazzo Pomodoro - Reginella pizza and a glass of house chianti! - Pizza Near Me - Vienna, Virginia