From chicken parmigiana to spaghetti carbonara, our editors rounded up the top 10 Italian restaurants in DC.
Bucatini at Fiola Mare
FIOLA
The talented Fabio Trabocchi opened his Michelin-star restaurant in 2011, making Fiola one of DC’s finest dining experiences. The restaurant offers a multicourse journey featuring classic aperitivo bites and chefcurated dishes with optional wine pairings. 601 Pennsylvania Ave.,fioladc.com
FIOLA MARE
This is another Fabio Trabocchi gem that’s a smash hit. Enjoy stunning Potomac River views while savoring Italian-inspired frutti di mare pasta. A decadent menu features lobster ravioli with ginger and chives, the Canary Islands branzino and a seafood cart offering the day’s freshest catch tableside. 3100 K St.,fiolamaredc.com
Hand-tossed pizzas and Italian classics are on the menu at Grazie Nonna.
GRAZIE NONNA
Owners Casey Patten and chef Gerald Addison set out to create the perfect pizza with hand-tossed dough, a precise sauce-to-cheese ratio and a blend of mozzarella, provolone and pecorino. The menu also features Italian-American classics like calamari, burrata and a Sunday sauce lumache. 1100 15th St.,grazienonnaxoxo.com
The gorgeous dining room at L’Ardente.
L’ARDENTE
L’Ardente offers a glam yet rustic Italian dining experience, featuring pizza from a gold-plated oven and 40-layer lasagna. After taking a seat, peruse the extensive wine list while admiring the collection of local and international art. 200 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Ste. 100,lardente.com
Look for authenic cuisine from Southern Italy at Lupo Verde.
LUPO VERDE
A rustic and intimate 100-seat interior sets the tone for Lupo Verde’s authentic Southern Italian cuisine—think ruch cacio e pepe, spaghetti al nero di seppia, and savory salt-crusted sea bass branzino cooked to perfection. 1401 T St.,lupoverdedc.com
Chef Nicholas Stefanelli creates bold flavors from his childhood at Masseria.
MASSERIA
Chef Nicholas Stefanelli infuses bold Italian flavors inspired by his childhood into every dish at Masseria. Experience his creativity with the eight-course tasting menu at the chef ’s table or the six-course La Cucina tasting experience at the bar, sala or pergola. 1340 4th St.,Masseria-dc.com
MODENA
At Modena, meals are symphonies of local and seasonal flavors. The restaurant’s modern take on Italian classics like tagliatelle bolognese, acquerello risotto and bucatini pomodoro celebrates the best locally produced ingredients. 1199 H St.,modenadc.com
OFFICINA AT THE WHARF
Helmed by restauranteur and chef Nicholas Stefanelli, this Italian trattoria at The Wharf offers the ultimate dining experience with a specialty market and rooftop. For dinner, enjoy seasonal bites like the tortellone di aragosta, linguine frutti di mare or mezzi canneroni primavera. 1120 Maine Ave. SW,officinadc.com
SFOGLINA
From downtown DC and Van Ness to the Rosslyn neighborhood of Arlington, this eatery serves authentic Italian cuisine. Inspired by the masters of dough making, the restaurant’s homemade pasta is a must-try. From tortellini to gnocchi to ravioli—you can’t go wrong. Multiple Locations,sfoglinapasta.com
DAVIO’S NORTHERN ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE
Davio’s in Reston Station is perfect for Sunday brunch or Friday night dinner. This eatery creates a guest-centered experience with seasonally inspired meals like torre di pesce, hand-rolled gnocchi and 55-day Prime-aged strip steak. 1902 Reston Metro Plaza, Reston, Va.,davios.com/reston
Photography by: CHRISTIE ALLISON; DOUG RASHID; KRISTINA GARIFULLINA; LAURA CHASE PHOTOGRAPHY; SCOTT SUCHMAN
