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.

New rating: FIVE STARS. After a weekend of "no good" when it came to the e-gift card not being…read moredelivered and a status message of "order is being Held for Review", today (during regular operating hours) I spoke to someone in management who not only took care of the situation and sent the gift card to recipient, but also really listened to my "user experience", apologized to me and the recipient, and - after receiving multiple complaints and issues such as mine - indicated Filomena will change policy to handle e-gift card purchases much better. This is top notch response and the right way to handle it.

The food here is absolutely amazing!! The lasagna with the white sauce is next level and packed…read morewith flavor. If you're looking for a hearty meal, the chicken parmesan is a must -- two giant pieces of chicken the size of your face! The atmosphere deserves its own shoutout too. The decor feels like stepping straight into a classic 1980s mob movie scene, and it makes the whole experience even better. Great food, awesome service, and a fun vibe all around. Definitely coming back again soon!

Some of the best pizza in DC! Great vibe on the inside and fantastic service throughout the night…read more Gabriele was a great help in recommending what to get and bringing it to the table in a timely manner.

Gabriele was an amazing waiter. Quite attentive. Food was absolutely amazing, enjoyed the…read morecannelloni in particular. We sat outside on a 80 degree day, loved the lights and service.

The food was delicious (and fun -- spaghetti cacio e pepe prepared table side). I often find…read morerestaurant portions too large, thereby encouraging waste, but portions here were manageable leaving open the option of appetizer or dessert. Our server, Ramon, was knowledgeable about the menu, courteous, and prompt -- getting us out the door in plenty of time for the show we were headed to without making us feel rushed. Oh, and both of our cocktails were tasty. The bar was filled with happy customers, but we were seated around the corner, so the noise level was low enough to allow a conversation. We'd eat here again if we happened to be in the neighborhood.

I was well received as a solo diner. Everyone was very nice to me. I especially liked the Cesar…read moreSalad which was made in the classic style and was delicious. Lyss did a wonderful job as my server--she was unfailingly kind and attentive! A great experience all around.

4.5 *s About as…read moregood as traditional red sauce, elevated Southern Italian gets in the city. The service was amazing last night for my wife's birthday. As well, I wish I could remember the gentlemen's name, but he took care of us with great recommendations and patience while we were overly conversational! Excellent cocktails and a small-ish, but high quality wine list made the drinking aspect in this really ambient corner restaurant perfect for birthday vibes. Cannot say enough about the perfectly cooked pastas. but the veal Francaise was the real star! Chicken parm was very good but a little overhyped, though the red sauce on everything was AMAZING. Made the side pastas as good as the entrees. Our tomato salad dressing was so good that even the cucumbers (which I do not like) shines. The garlic bread was kicked up with the cheese sauce and the calamari shone bright with the addition of the aioli. Everything was top-notch. Good value for the amount of food we ordered and the desserts were fantastic - including the creme brulee on the house for here birthday. First class dining experience. Grazie mile!

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.

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!

Good food, good vibes and great service. It tends to be busy but if you don't mind a wait they can…read moreusually fit you in! Get the green goddess pizza, sounds like a strange combo but it's delicious

Chicken Parm was delicious and loved the atmosphere. It was a little loud inside, so would make a…read morereservation to sit outside.

I don't like judging food due to cultural reasons and how I was brought up. I was taught to…read moreappreciate food even if it is not upto my standards. That said, being on this app and criticizing food is something of an oxymoron of me. I bring some of the most strict criticism to the fine dining experiences I part take in. Osteria Mozza has been on my list for sometime but getting a reservation was challenging till last year. I finally got to visit last night and honestly, I am impressed. This might be one of my top 20 dining experiences of all time. First of all I want to thank the staff for everything they did fr adjusting my reservation because I was running late, being kind when my guest accidentally dropped a glass and helping us clean. I really appreciate the kindness of the staff. Thank you so much. The place is beautiful. The aesthetic is a mix of old industrial ceilings with retro Italian architecture. Coming to the food. Nothing disappointed me even a tad bit. Everything was just amazing. Starting with the Mozzarella bar. The bread, the dips and the cheese. I was delighted tasting everything. I would just come here again alone for the Mozz Bar. Then the blue prawns were marinated and grilled to perfection. The presentation was 10/10 but the taste was 11/10. The oxtail pasta was delicious! I usually do not go for pasta but this honestly made me fall in love with pasta again. The whole branzino was seared to perfection. It was salty, the skin was crispy, the meat was flaky and cooked simply. There was a bed of herbs under the branzino that tasted out of this world. Last but not the least, the rosemary cake. I now know that one should only eat vanilla ice cream over olive oil. Out of this world! This is an experience worth every penny! 5/5 must go for special occasions!

First of all, the interior of the restaurant is absolutely beautiful! That was definitely my…read morefavorite part of the experience. We tried the burrata & grilled asparagus, jamon iberico & prosciutto plate, orecchiette, and mafaldine. Everything was tasty, but nothing was mind-blowing (especially for those prices!). The portions for most dishes are pretty small. The two pasta plates we had were the perfect amount of food. I would say that the appetizers are shareable for two people, but no more than that. I don't like to be overly critical of food, as I quite honestly eat everything, but I felt a bit disappointed with dinner. However, the cheesecake was delicious. The service was great. Very friendly and walked us through the menu. It was pretty funny how every time we ordered literally anything, they said it was "the most popular item on the menu." I got a laugh out of that. Either way, I had a great experience! I wouldn't go back for just the food, but mainly for the beautiful atmosphere.

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!

Cucina Morini is a delightful dining experience that truly lives up to its reputation, especially…read moreduring martini hour. With $7 martinis available from Monday to Sunday in their cozy lounge, it's an ideal spot to unwind with friends. I sampled several cocktails and found each one to be exceptional, but the standout for me was the Cala Rossa a sweet yet refreshing delight. After enjoying our share of martinis, our appetites kicked in, prompting us to check for a table. The staff was incredibly accommodating, allowing us to sit at the bar. We indulged in their pasta offerings, opting for the Capelletti and Rigatoni, both of which were delicious and perfectly cooked. Cucina Morini combines great service, delicious food, and a vibrant atmosphere, making it a fun visit for anyone looking to enjoy a fantastic night out.

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.