Quick Summary:

  • What types of Italian restaurants can be found in Washington, DC?
    • Washington, DC has a variety of Italian restaurants, ranging from those run by native Italian chefs to venues that adapt Italian traditions to American tastes.
  • What makes some Italian restaurants in Washington, DC unique?
    • Some Italian restaurants in the city pride themselves on a constant rotation of seasonal ingredients, creating simple yet flavorful dishes. Others experiment with novel platters and unexpected combinations.


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1. Osteria Morini ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Osteria Morini | Romantic Italian Restaurants in DC
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2. Red Hen ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Red Hen | Romantic Italian Restaurants in DC
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3. Masseria

Masseria | Romantic Italian Restaurants in DC
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4. Alta Strada

Alta Strada | Romantic Italian Restaurants in DC
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5. Filomena Ristorante

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Filomena Ristorante | Romantic Italian Restaurants in DC
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6. Fiola

7. Floriana

Floriana | Romantic Italian Restaurants in DC
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8. Lupo Verde

Lupo Verde | Romantic Italian Restaurants in DC
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9. Obelisk

Obelisk | Romantic Italian Restaurants in DC
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10. Tosca

11. Al Tiramisu

Al Tiramisu | Romantic Italian Restaurants in DC
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12. Cafe Milano

Category: Food & Drink
Cafe Milano | Romantic Italian Restaurants in DC
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13. DeCarlo's Restaurant

Category: Food & Drink
DeCarlo's Restaurant | Romantic Italian Restaurants in DC
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14. Il Canale

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Il Canale | Romantic Italian Restaurants in DC
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15. Sette Osteria

Sette Osteria | Romantic Italian Restaurants in DC
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