Amazing Food, quick and Incredible service, a cost efficient fine dining experience. Our server was very sweet and gave out new grad a free drink and cake. read more

A truly exceptional dining experience at Semifreddo's today. Even with the restaurant sold out for its 6th anniversary celebration, the entire team delivered excellence with grace. The anniversary menu was nothing short of sensational--beautifully crafted dishes that showcased both creativity and mastery. The service staff upheld their usual standard of warm, attentive hospitality, but the kitchen deserves special recognition. The chefs operated with remarkable precision under pressure, a testament to Chef Franklin's leadership and the skill of his well‑trained culinary team. Their consistency and passion shine through in every plate. It's clear why Semifreddo's continues to stand as the best Italian restaurant in the region. A memorable experience from start to finish!! read more

Ambiance is nice but that was all I liked about the restaurant. I approached the hostess and asked for a table for three. She asked several times if there was four of us. I thought that was odd. Our server came she was attentive but asked me several times if I wanted a drink. I kept repeating, "No, thank you." I felt the pressure and did not feel relaxed at all. The food is alright. Not terrible and not fabulous. What a disappointing dining experience. read more

What a beautiful experience. Walked in with the intention of enjoying the experience and it was beyond my expectations. Service was great. Burrata Caprese was very flavorful with the perfect amount of salt and peppers and the sauces combination was great. Bronzino special was great, sauce was so good and veggies were still crunchy. Tried the chefs special mouse for desert and it was a perfect combination of textures with the crunchy caramel and the drizzles of fruit which made it taste very refreshing. I definitely recommend this place. It was such a nice dining experience. read more

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This place is amazing! We went here for Father's Day. I had the Petto Di Pollo (chicken with cream sauce, mixed vegetables), and my family had Shrimp Fettochini and Chicken Fettochini. All the food was amazing! For dessert, we had the Gelato, Raspberry Sorbet, and chocolate torto. Absolutely awesome! The service was excellent, too! I can't recommend this place enough!!! It's right across the street from Prince William Hospital (now called UVA Hospital - Prince William, I think) read more

Semifreddo Italian Cuisine - Gelato - Italian Near Me - Manassas, Virginia

For the high price,I would expect better service. Couldn't get our waiter to look at me when needed. Asked for a Black Russian and he brought a Black Manhattan. Tasted weird so I asked for more Kahlua. Still tasted funny so didn't finish it. When check came, it said Black Manhattan. Then, weird tasting Black Russian made sense. They did take it off the check though. Food was okay. The waiter could have described the special better. My wife's meal wasn't as she expected and her pasta wasn't cooked at all. Very raw and hard. read more

We visited Semifreddo in September for our anniversary, and we were blown away by the exceptional service and atmosphere. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel welcome and taken care of. The sommelier definitely knew her wines and helped us choose the perfect bottle to complement our meal. Every recommendation felt thoughtful, not pushy, and the entire wait staff was attentive, without hovering. One of the highlights was getting to watch the chef in action, being a semi-open kitchen. It gives behind-the-scenes vibes in a very modern, clean space. It's an upscale restaurant, but it never felt stuffy. That said, it's best if you call the babysitter. After our meal we had a chance to meet the chef who was incredibly kind and unpretentious- despite his impressive and well established career. If you're looking for great food and wine, and top-tier service in a clean, contemporary setting (there aren't many places like this around here), go check it out. read more

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You'll see some criticism in this review and maybe wonder if a 5 is really warranted. First of all, this is the best restaurant I've been to in Manassas. It might be the best Italian restaurant I've been to outside the beltway. So while they could do a couple things better, yes, I think 5 is the right number and we will be back, probably often. We were debating an appetizer and our waiter actually suggested we skip it to save room for dessert. We were there on Valentine's Day after all. We were originally going to start with 2 different salads and again our waiter informed us that 1 salad between the two of us would be enough. A restaurant NOT upselling? What? The salad was delicious. Lightly dressed and everything on it was fresh. We got the arugula and fennel salad and that's a combination I really enjoy. The bread service was also good. The focaccia was maybe a touch overworked if I had to find a negative but the olive oil and pepper to accompany it was a nice simple and relatively healthy way to start the meal. My wife ordered the salmon and I ordered a halibut that was a special. Both dishes had amazing flavor. The potatoes had a smoky flavor and were not overly seasoned so the potatoes flavor came through. I like broccoli, but holy cow I wish I knew what they did to their broccoli to make it taste so good. Really really amazing sides. And the fish was seasoned really well, too, and very fresh. My first complaint comes in at this point, though. Both dishes were a bit over in terms of the doneness of the fish. Still, a great meal but it could have been a little better if the fish had been cooked perfectly. On to dessert. My wife got the semifredo. It's in the restaurants name so you figure it will be good. It was very good. I got the creme brulee. When we asked the waiter what dessert to get, he didn't mention the creme brûlée. But I figured it was a special and so I wouldn't necessarily get to try it again. It was just ok. The custard was good. Slight hint of orange. The the topping was not good. It was over brûléed in spots to the point that it was almost burned and then under cooked in other areas so that the sugar hadn't quite set. The flavor overall was good, but I definitely regret my dessert decision. As I mentioned before the staff were delightful -- not enough words to express how great they were. The decor was upscale. More so than I expected for where the restaurant is located. Lots of touches of wood with understated lighting. It felt really elegant and perfect for a Valentine's Day date. read more

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Enjoyed an early Father's Day dinner at SEMIFREDDO Italian Cuisine. We love the inclusive atmosphere and truly family feel of the staff. They were very accommodating ensuring our daughter, Harper, who's on the spectrum enjoyed her experience as well. If you have not been, make sure you add it to your list of places to dine. We of course also got the grilled Caesar salads but the boys dug in before I could get a photo read more

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I had an incredible experience here. The atmosphere is absolutely beautiful -- the design and color scheme are thoughtfully done and create a true upscale, fine dining vibe. The food was outstanding. Every dish was not only delicious but also presented perfectly -- you can tell they really care about the details. Even something as simple as the Arnold Palmer was spot on (and I'm picky about those). The owner personally recommended the ravioli with their special bisque sauce, and it completely exceeded expectations. The flavor was rich, unique, and perfectly balanced, and the presentation was just as impressive. One thing to note -- this is definitely a fine dining establishment, so come dressed appropriately to match the ambiance. Overall, an amazing experience from start to finish. Highly recommend and will definitely be back. -- Kalvin read more

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Very nice experience and Italian restaurant!! Drove a lengthy bit and did not disappoint. I tried the Rigatoni Lamb Meatball dish and it was fantastic!! read more

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The place looks fancy but not overly so. My bf and I were seated across from the kitchen so we got to see them cooking and heard all the Italian being spoken by the chef. Was pretty fun. The food was great. I had the lobster bisque which at first I thought was a bit too "seafoody" tasting and not as thick as I wanted, but the more I ate it, the more I loved it. I just always had bisque that was a little thicker but the taste was excellent. My bf had the sausage pasta. It didn't look that great presentation wise, but he really enjoyed the flavors. I think the spinach pasta just was appealing. I had the linguini vongole and it's the best in the area. I wish it has some garlic bread so I can dip in the sauce. The only down side was the focaccia bread they served prior to the meal. It was too chewy and not in a good way. It was also not warm and the flavor was lacking. Very disappointing. Good thing the other dishes made up for the subpar bread. And the tiramisu dessert was spot on. read more

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Tasty appetizers and main course, very clean, excellent service, comfy seating. Definitely a gem.

Making and honoring the reservation went perfect. The service was excellent. Not only was out server attentive, but it seems like the whole staff was making sure our experience was enjoyable. The food was outstanding. Portions, flavor, presentation, all around A++. Prices were inline with expecations and value was exceeded because the food was excellent. The ambiance wasnt exactly the italian motif but its classy and clean. Truthfully.... Im not there for the ambiance anyway. I highly recommend and I will return. read more

I hosted a dinner for 10 Vietnam War Veterans and their guests on May 27, 2026 in Semifreddo's lovely private dining room. Every aspect of the dinner was top notch! The food - we featured pasta, veal and salmon with a choice of desserts - was authentically Italian and truly delicious. The wait staff served with professionalism and attentiveness at exactly the right pace. Collaborating with Zaira, the restaurant's manager, to arrange the dinner, to include customizing the menu, was a real pleasure. I simply can't say enough about Semifreddo! A wonderful restaurant and I heartily recommend it! read more

As I travel every week for work, I am always looking for non-chain destinations that serve great food in a great atmosphere. I found this at SEMIFREDDO which also happens to be the name of their spectacular one-of-a-kind dessert. The staff is very welcoming, the atmosphere is amazing, the chef came out and introduced himself, and he and the staff are why this place is one of the best Italian restaurants I've been to in my travels not to mention in this small town I came here twice in the week that I was here and was never disappointed. I had the fruti de mare as well as the meatballs with linguine. I liked the wine selection and it paired very well with my meals. I cannot reiterate, how friendly and welcoming the staff were. If I lived here, I would eat here once a week read more

Semifreddo Italian Cuisine - Fruti de mare - Italian Near Me - Manassas, Virginia

Being seniors, we came early. The kitchen and wait staff were ready and waiting. Everyone was so friendly helpful courteous and passionate about what they do. Our server, Manny had sommelier training and it showed. He was delightful! The chef himself came out to say hello and guide us in our selections. We told ourselves we wouldn't eat the bread to avoid filling up, but it was so good. Thoroughly enjoyed the prosciutto di Parma appetizer and roasted mushroom soup. Had a Tuscan wine with our pappardelle and shrimp and angel hair with black truffles. I'm still swooning. Then dessert!! We had the special lemon cake di nonna and the namesake Semifreddo as well as the limoncello. Delicious! This is the best culinary experience we have ever enjoyed west of the beltway. Actually, it surpasses some of what we have had in downtown DC. We hope to return often. read more

My family went to SEMIFREDDO last night for dinner. Despite its location in a strip mall, this place inside is a vibe. Their service was excellent. The focaccia was very good. My husband and daughter ordered the special tomato soup, which was delicious. I ordered the Romano salad. The salad was delicious and multi faceted with grilled Romain, cherry peppers and a delicious dressing. My daughters split the fettuccini Alfredo with shrimp. They really enjoyed it. My husband had the veal saltimbocca and he loved the veal, vegetables and polenta. I had the fettuccine di spinachi al norcina. If a was wonderful. We finished the meal with my daughters sharing the sorbet and my husband and I sharing the gelato. The food and the experience was excellent. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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Took Wife to Dinner here on Friday, April 3 we both ordered the specials without asking the price we split a Salad -each ordered a glass of wine - got the still bottled water - two entrees - and the special dessert - $177.10 with Tax - Food was OK but not worth the Price - add 20% tip and we are at $200.00 will not go back - can't afford it place was mostly empty for a Friday Night I guess most folks can't afford it read more

Another absolutely amazing celebration at Semifreddo Italian Cuisine! The dining experience was welcoming as always from entry, to departure of a well crafted unique menu at this locally owned friendly neighborhood Italian restaurant owned by chef, Franklin Hernandez, and his wife, Zaira Hernandez. A few of the evening's selections have been highlighted in photos. Be sure to add this hidden treasure on your "to go" list!! read more

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The chef/owner, Franklin, and his wife are amazing hosts and restauranteurs! In from out of town for three days and eat diner here two nights. Amazingly creative menu, every course was perfect. The staff is like family, all super nice. Calamari maybe the best I've had, roasted Cesar salad with anchovies, squid ink pasta with Salmon one night, scallops over risotto with porchini mushrooms the other. A desert special, chocolate roll concept with ladies fingers and frozen like a mousse, then the tiramisu! If you're in Manassas, you must go! Could not recommend Semifreddo enough. Hope to get back to the area soon I can eat there again! read more

It's ok for a nice expensive night out. Food is nothing special at all. It was good but not special for the money they charge. Go for the ambiance inside and forget you drove into a dumpy shopping center parking lot. I ended up spending $100 on 1 meal for 1 person. That to me is crazy expensive. I had the Burrata appetizer, Scallops in pasta mushroom sauce and a dessert with ice tea. No alcohol drinks. read more

We made a reservation on a Friday after the holidays and it wasn't too busy but since it's a small place I highly recommend making reservations. The staff was friendly and very attentive. The atmosphere is casual and cozy. The drinks were good (semifreddo martini, Sauvignon blanc and the mojito). We ordered the calamari which I would not recommend. It was very chewy and just bland. We also got the prosciutto and burrata which was good. The vongole was fantastic 10/10. The Duck was also good. The chefs special risotto could've had more flavor and even added veggies. The risotto was hard and chewy. No acidity on the plate and just meh. For $49 it definitely wasn't worth it. read more

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The service was impeccable. Kind staff members who saw everything. They kept our waters filled, dishes cleared and checked how we were doing. I wasn't a huge fan of the ambiance. Its too modern for my taste and I didnt feel like I was in Italy. And when I eat great Italian food I want to feel like I am actually in Italy. Now, of course the inside is not what you would expect from looking at the outside of the bldg., or its location. The food was excellent. My husband enjoyed the lobster ravioli which wasnt a cream sauce like you woyld expect. I took a taste and we both agreed the flavor ia good but the outer edges of the ravioli's were overcookes and chewy. I really loved my spinach linguine with spicy sausage! read more

Semifreddo Italian Cuisine - Lobster Ravioli - Italian Near Me - Manassas, Virginia

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Semifreddo offers excellent food and outstanding service. The staff was very attentive, and everything we ordered was perfectly prepared. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality Italian-style dining. read more

3.9/5 TL;DR: good appetizers and desserts. Entrees were meh Nice little Italian spot hidden away in a strip mall. Called ahead and thankfully was able to get a table. It was very busy inside, so recommend calling ahead/making a reservation. Service was phenomenal. Very attentive, fast, friendly, and anticipating our needs. FOOD: ~Baby octopus appetizer (4/5): Octopus was so soft and flavorful. Came with an arugula salad and cold potato pieces. Really good with the octopus ~Lamb Meatballs (3.8/5): meatballs were moist and tender, but didn't get a ton of lamb flavor from it. The polenta underneath was delicious. Not too grainy, and well seasoned. ~Duck entree (2/5): We asked for the duck to be medium rare, but came out more medium well. Was very dry and tough. The sauce was really good though ~Congole (3/5): very basic. Sauce was tasty but a little too thin so it didn't cling on to the pasta. Clams were a little over cooked, but comes with a decent amount ~Tiramisu (5/5): Loved how drenched the lady fingers were in the espresso/coffee. Could really taste the coffee flavor. The mousse was also really good. If you don't like 'wet' desserts, then you may not like this ~Semifreddo (5/5): When this first came out, it didn't look what i expected it to be. But it was basically like an ice cream/frozen mousse. The bits of amaretto cookies were so good, and the texture of the mousse was great. Will likely come back to try some other entrees to see if there are other ones we may like more. read more

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Simply our favorite restaurant in all of Northern Virginia! We've been coming here every since we moved to Manassas 5 years ago and have never been disapointed. Franklin is an amazingly creative chef and is constantly coming up with new creations. Zeira is a wonderful host and her Old Fashioned Cocktails are such that I don't bother making them at home. And Roger, well him and his team are simply wonderful! If you're looking for a great meal, with great atmosphere and service, this is the place to go!! read more

Nice to find a hidden gem when you least expect it. Our current plan B will definitely be a future plan A! Ambiance - Quaint, but not crowded. The restrooms are even nice. They remind me of the restrooms in Vegas. And I always like the traditional white tablecloths. Food - Wow! Fantastic! The meatballs were incredible. I tried their lobster noodle special. 10/10. The portions are nice. You won't leave hungry. Service - So good. We mentioned when we're home that we add balsamic and cheese to our oil and pepper. The server brought out balsamic and cheese for us. The small touches take this place over the top! Overall, while it's a bit of a drive for us, we're coming back. I'd like to try more dishes and bring friends. Help make this spot successful and try it out for yourself! read more

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I ordered food to go from here for the first time. The food was great authentic Italian food. The customer service though was even better than the food. Every person I encountered was just genuinely sweet and helpful. I was really blown away and kind of wish I had dined in vs picking up to go. Thank you Semifreddo. read more

Cute place in a shopping mall - so lots of easy parking, Attentive and prompt service. I had veal Marsala. The veal was very good, but the star was the roasted potatoes I get instead of polenta. I could just order a plate of them next time - creamy and crispy and OMG. The dish was $28 For dessert I had the namesake semifreddo (frozen mousse, carmelized walnuts, amaretto cookies). It was very tasty and I'd definitely order again. It was nicely priced at $8. Worth the trip to Manassas- looking forward to returning read more

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Semifreddo really has all of the bases covered!! The ambiance is nice. The service is always as perfect as should be expected in any fine restaurant. The food is always terriffic, both the menu items and the nightly specials. If I want an evening that is really great, Semifreddo is the destination that I have come to count on. The chef and his wife who manages the front end have put together a wonderful staff and only serve fine meals. Treat yourself to Semifreddo!!! Robert Levin read more

We revisited Semifreddo for a much-needed date night. We didn't call for reservations, but we were accommodated right away. For starters, we had Mushroom Soup, Calamari, and Eggplant Parmigiano. The mushroom soup and the calamari were delicious but we were disappointed with the Eggplant Parmigiano - it was mushy, slightly bitter, and the eggplant itself was bland - we had to send it back. For pasta and entree, we split the Truffle Parmesan Cream Pasta and Ribeye. The truffle parmesan cream pasta could be executed better - the truffle was shaved too thickly that it distracted instead of enhancing what would have been otherwise an excellent pasta dish. On the other hand, we were really impressed with the rib eye with veggies - it was cooked perfectly! For dessert, we shared a serving of gelato which we really enjoyed. Overall, even with a few hiccups, we had an amazing experience. I hope they'll improve some of the dishes and maintain the quality of the dishes they do best. read more

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What a gem! Food was so good. Service was great. The drinks were good. It's a small restaurant but good services and food. Would recommend for Italian cuisine. read more

While in strip mall, you will experience white linen tables and attentive staff. Excellent food and phenomenal service.

Came here for date night and the food, ambience, and service were all on point. I picked the lobster pasta and it was perfect, so delicious. Will definitely come back for a special occasion. read more

Good food and great service. Waiters dressed very nice with ties on. Will come again soon. Deserts were the best and had half off wine bottles we ordered. Kind of classy Italian decor. read more

The food here is really good! I love their Caesar salad -- it's unlike any I've ever had since they char the lettuce, which gives it such a unique flavor. The atmosphere is completely different when you walk in, and I'd definitely recommend and return! read more

One of the best Italian restaurants in Northern Virginia. It is hard to believe this place is tucked away in a small shopping center in Manassas. I have been there several times and each time the food has been excellent and the service outstanding. Highly recommend. read more

We went here on a weekday with a reservation. They weren't too busy and the service was quick. We were greeted right away and told the specials. They also bring complementary bread which is always a plus! We stumbled on half price wine Wednesday and they ran out of the one we chose but gave us a great alternative option. We got the calamari which was perfectly fried and crispy. For my main entree, I ordered the fettuccine di spinachi alla norcina. It was a good portion size and delicious. I enjoyed the flavor and actually had leftovers which warmed up pretty well! This is definitely a staple in Manassas and a great Italian restaurant. Tons of options for everyone! read more

Service was outstanding. Every dish we got was phenomenal. We really loved our experience. I can't wait to go back for some black truffle pasta it truly was delicious. read more