DC's Italian scene serves everyone from power brokers to neighborhood regulars. From Georgetown classics to emerging neighborhoods, the capital delivers serious Italian across diverse price points.
DC Favorites
The Dabney
$$$$ • Shaw
Mid-Atlantic with Italian influences. Outstanding.
Masseria
$$$$ • NoMa
Nicholas Stefanelli's tasting menu. Elevated Italian.
Fiola
$$$$ • Penn Quarter
Power Italian with exceptional wine program.
Modern Italian
Osteria Morini
$$$ • Capitol Riverfront
Michael White's Emilia-Romagna focus. Excellent pasta.
Centrolina
$$$ • CityCenterDC
Italian market and restaurant. Fresh, seasonal.
Il Canale
$$ • Georgetown
Neapolitan pizza in charming Georgetown.
Neighborhood Gems
Sfoglina
$$$ • Van Ness
Fabio Trabocchi's casual pasta spot.
Bibiana
$$$ • Downtown
Elegant Italian near the White House.
Chloe
$$$ • Navy Yard
Mediterranean-Italian in the growing Navy Yard.
Pro Tip: DC restaurants are often packed before and after Hill votes—check the congressional schedule for better reservation availability.