I want to like this place but it is so expensive. I ordered a focaccia sandwich and a single…read morearancini. The total was $31. Fine, everything is imported. Then I opened the sandwich and it had 2 pieces of meat and 2 pieces of cheese, with a handful of arugula. This is not enough substance for the price. The meat and cheese needs to be at least double the portion to justify the price. The workers were very friendly and kind but I can't justify frequenting at that price point. $31 for a lunch that's mostly bread is just too much.

Caffè Bottega Italiana!…read more A true GEM in the heart of Leesburg! The hope for Northern Virginia to have a true authentic Italian market! The store owner David who is a second generation Italian, run the store with his staff but most importantly with his wonderful first generation Italian parents! I love them! They are a wonderful kind people! The store has everything imported from Italy! Including the Focaccia bread, according to David!! Lots of Italian goods! Frozen items! Desserts! Everything! Lots of Italian cheeses! Lots of authentic and rare Italian cold cuts Focaccia sandwiches Amazing varieties of Arancini Best Lavazza espresso drinks Wonderful outdoor benches for a nice lunch date! Everything was delicious and authentic! I drive 30 to 40 minutes to get there and it's worth it! What are you waiting for? Why are you still reading? Go feed your Italian addiction and get all what your heart has been longing for! Go to take your girlfriend or your wife for a wonderful lunch experience! Single? Go get Espresso and drink it by yourself proudly at the outdoor area .. be happy! Say hi to David and say Grazie to his wonderful and lovely parents! I really wish to see this place getting bigger and bigger to become like an Eataly store one day! Actually they have been growing and occupied more space! I almost forgot to tell you that they have amazing wine selection and I think they have opened a wine bar upstairs by now! I'm not sure ... go check it out and let me know ;) Try it, vote for the review , message me, or compliment me with any comment or question, and don't forget to ... Pray for me ;) All my 2026 reviews are gifted to my beloved & wonderful father Sami Wahib Tawadros 01/07/1955 - 12/08/2025

The service was amazing. The waitress we had was very nice, very knowledgeable about everything. We…read morewent around 5:00 pm on a Friday we sat down right away and service was fast. Very clean inside as well. The food was so fresh and very excellent portions.

Stopped by here for lunch by accident after a shopping spree at the Leesburg outlets, and we were…read morepleasantly surprised by the quality of the food. Everything tasted great! The lasagna was delicious, with a generous portion and fresh, flavorful sauce. We sat on the patio with our dog, and the waiter even brought out a bowl of fresh water for our fur baby:) We'll definitely be back to try their Sunday buffet!

I came here for dinner while in town on business, and had to return the next night!…read more The Caesar salad is so... perfect. The rigatoni bolognese was unforgettable. It was Restaurant Week while I was there, so the 2nd night I tried the flatiron steak and it was fantastic also. Our servers both nights were top notch, and they have sparkling water (or still) by the bottle for the table, which makes my heart soar.

Stopped in here after hiking at Seneca Regional Park with our dog, Onyx, and honestly we were only…read moresupposed to grab a quick drink. Ended up staying for almost three hours. Started with an espresso martini, a smoked Old Fashioned, and the fritto misto to share. Everything was really good. Then we split the lamb burger and the shrimp risotto for lunch. Both were excellent, although I think the risotto edged out the burger. Our server Mike made the whole experience. Before he even brought us water, he showed up with a bowl for Onyx. Come on, that's an instant five stars in my book. We ended up talking wine with him for a good part of the afternoon. He had us sample a few different pours before we landed on a Nebbiolo we loved. Later, after another conversation about wine, he brought over a taste of a white we'd never even heard of because he thought we'd enjoy trying it. It never felt like an upsell. It just felt like talking with someone who genuinely enjoys wine and likes sharing it with people. Relaxing patio, great food, excellent cocktails, and genuinely memorable service. We'll definitely be back, and Onyx probably will too.

WOW! Great ambience and a wonderful surprise to find in Leesburg. Great place to enjoy a high end,…read morespecial evening out. Date night, a ladies night out, bachelor party, small or large gathering of couples, or important business meeting...this is an impressive restaurant for a memorable evening. Love the salads, steak, and appetizers ( lamb chops were only ok).

Was highly recommended to check this spot out by a friend and fell absolutely in love with the…read moreplace! The restaurant is a nice small quiet restaurant that has small menu that rotates out. The food was absolutely amazing! You could tell that all the ingredients were fresh and high quality. I was shocked at how good the steak was, rivaling even the best steakhouses in the area. They also had a large selection of wine to pair with all the great food. The service was also top notch. There was only a manager and a single server, but both did an amazing job at being welcoming and attentive. Cozy ambiance, great food and incredible service makes this spot a must visit! Apps: Prosciutto Bruschetta Entrees: Whole Grilled Branzino and Ribeye Dessert: Ricotta and Pistachio Cake Drinks: Wine

After noticing there was an Italian restaurant at Leesburg Village Market, I went home and looked…read moreat their menu and Yelp reviews. Seeing that their recent reviews were good, we decided to give them a try. We were here on a Saturday around 4 p.m. for an early dinner. The place had a few occupied tables, including a large party. Our server, Steven, was prompt in getting to us and asked what we wanted to drink. I chose sweet iced tea while my husband had a Heineken 00. We decided to start our meal by sharing a caprese. It consists of: "Fresh mozzarella, vine-ripened tomatoes, olive oil, basil, balsamic reduction." There were 5 slices of tomato, each topped with a generous slice of mozzarella. We enjoyed this starter. The tomatoes were ripe, and the balsamic reduction added a nice flavor. For dinner, I ordered "lobster and crab ravioli, which consists of: "Brandy cream sauce, jumbo lump blue crab". This dish had 4 raviolis. From their appearance, one could tell they were handmade. The brandy cream sauce was well-balanced. I was glad to see that the brandy didn't take over the sauce, but rather, it complemented it quite well. I could taste the lobster and crab. The one thing I didn't like was the cost. For that reason, when we return for a meal, I would choose a different entree. Before heading here, I looked at the menu and told my husband that I thought he would like "Sausage and peppers rustica". This dish consists of: "Italian sausage, roasted peppers, red onions, cavatappi, spicy marinara, mozzarella". He looked at the description and said that's what he would order. The dish arrived hot and remained hot through the meal. It was quite filling and tasty. We actually had some room for dessert, so we agreed to share a serving of Tiramisu. It consists of:"Award-winning layered creamy rum-flavored mascarpone cheese, espresso-soaked lady fingers, espresso sauce". This dessert was quite tasty. The espresso added a nice flavor, and the whipped cream on top was a nice touch. Service from start to finish was excellent. The young woman at the host stand was friendly. We liked that she wiped down the menus before giving them to us. Steven, our server, was prompt, friendly, and efficient. He checked with us during the meal but wasn't overbearing.

This place is nestled in a bustling and thriving area! GPS said to walk one way and I ended up on…read morethe back side of all the buildings. Not naked, but a little afraid! I checked the map and directory of where it may be and used my internal GPS to guide my way to where I think it may be. I may be a great partner on The Amazing Race as your Navigator! Lol. The food was okay. My Brussels were very fiberous and inedible. The zucchini frite was the hero of the evening! The sauce that accompanied it was divine and the most flavorful sauce they brought to the table. My coworker enjoyed her meal! I would order something different next time. Our waiter said the Brussels are always like that. Nah, 86 those or figure out how to make them more tender. You're already going to be passing horrible gas and you don't need the eating process to be tedious. I have braces and almost dislodged a bracket.

Recently moved to Leesburg!! To my surprise our local pizzeria and sub shop has the right Plenty of…read moreflavor to satisfy any Italian food craving! This little gem tucked into the East Market Street plaza is perfect for a quick lunch stop, with convenient roadside parking for easy pickup. The meatball sub was generously sauced, perfectly seasoned, and delivered a delicious bite every time. The curly fries were fresh, crispy, and exactly how I like them. The raspberry cannoli was a fun twist on the classic unique, flavorful, and worth trying. I'm already looking forward to coming back and exploring more of the menu. A solid lunch spot that locals should definitely have on their radar!

Gotta say, I am very annoyed right now! I normally would give La Villa 4 stars. NOT TODAY FOLKS!…read more I have ordered eggplant parmigiana here for a decade now... tonight who ever cooked it decided to that a glob of ricotta cheese and a heavy sprinkling of Italian herbs word spruce up the dish. I don't have the words! Why??!? Ricotta cheese glob on my parmigiana!? NO! Thanks for ruining my Friday!! This was delivery so no comment on the ambiance, other than it's a nice spot to go to dinner with your family. Just pray this "chef" is back washing dishes, or trying too hard at some other restaurant that wants to seem fancy. You don't mess with a good thing! Remember New Coke... We used to order dinner from here almost every Friday... guess I have to find out if Rubino's has eggplant parmigiana

Meh and high priced…read more Pasta was good, but the marinara was lame. Tasted and looked like they just opened a can of pureed tomatoes and did nothing else with it. Meatballs were tasty, but dry. Every dish was lacking in the extra little things that make these dishes great. Like fresh basil, cracked peppercorn, extra parm, etc.

This little pop up counter is phenomenal. The pasta tastes like it was just made that day and the…read moresauce is a perfect blend of creamy tomato goodness. My dish was dusted with some baby basil leaves which made the dish pop. Our meals were served in lovely ceramic bowls which elevated the entire dining experience. It was very affordable too. Highly recommend.

Still doing this! My dad loves Giovanni's Pizza and he is NY style connoisseur having grown up…read morethere and is very particular about it. Has 85 years of experience too as a basis. Picked up this half-baked pie to bring some to him up in Frederick as a birthday surprise. Giovanni's came through and got the call-in order and request spot on and did the pepperoni in an 85 to celebrate! As always, SO worth taking the long route from Alexandria to Frederick to grab these!

Good, solid slice of NY pizza. I have been a customer for 15 years. Recommend. Available by the…read moreslice or a whole pie.

Found this place by accident and it was fantastic. We had beet salad, gnocchi, and one order…read moregluten free pasta. Our server was outstanding! Attentive enough without being overbearing. The wine was good and ambiance was nice we are outside. Great casual find with excellent food. Highly recommend if you enjoy Italian.

We were in town for a wedding and I found this place when researching. The reviews looked good and…read morethe limited photos also looked good. We were surprised to find this place was very small and has the look of a quick serve place, which it is not. The server: very nice and attentive. No one here seemed to actually be from Italy, which we are accustomed to when going to Italian places. Food: the crispy artichoke appetizer was good. The whipped ricotta appetizer was delicious. For meals, we got the bucatini and this one pasta with a pumpkin cream sauce. They were both OK, I didn't love the Brussel sprouts in my dish, just didn't go well. We also ordered the side of chicken parm for protein, which was big and good. For dessert the cappuccino was good but was sweet for some reason (I didn't ask for any sweetener). The tiramisu was pretty good, I imagine homemade, especially with it being more yellow which is more traditional.

First visit but we will be back. Ossobuco on the special menu. Sauce and risotto were delicious!…read moreMeat a bit dry but all in all a wonderful meal.

We've been a few times and the food is always excellent, but the service, more so the kitchen, have…read morelagged. We ordered and waited. First the waiter forgot my wife's glass of wine for so long the bartender got tired of seeing it sitting there and walked it over herself, apologizing for the delay. We received our food, but the extra bread we'd asked for was "still in the oven", and it was still in the oven after we'd nearly finished and my wife's clams dish had gone cold. The waiter apologized, but then it took him 20 minutes to return with refills so we decided to skip dessert. So then it took another 10 minutes to get my card back once he disappeared with that. This is the third time we've been underwhelmed with slow or disjointed timing. Some meals come out while others at the table have to wait. It's really odd. I don't think we'll give it another go. I prefer supporting local, but not while my meal goes cold waiting for people at the table to receive their meals.