Best Italian restaurants in Friendship Heights

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65 restaurants available nearby

1. LIA'S

4.5

Awesome(4056)

$$$$

• Italian • Bethesda / Chevy Chase

Booked 29 times today

Sister to Chef Geoff’s, Lia’s is a neighborhood gem featuring housemade pasta, handcrafted using old world technique, with a modern twist, alongside a broad and delicious selection of steak, seafood, salad and pizza. Each week, Executive Chef Crispin Pineda offers weekly seasonal plates served by our welcoming service staff. Whether enjoying our large lounge area, the best outdoor patio in Chevy Chase, or our intimate dining room, we offer the perfect setting for a romantic date, casual meet up or dinner with the family.

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2. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(15366)

$$$$

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 211 times today

VALENTINE’S WEEK AT FILOMENA - FEBRUARY 12TH THOUGH FEBRUARY 21STThis will be Filomena's 37th Valentine's Day Celebration like no other restaurant! No doubt this year the most unusual! One day is just not enough to celebrate with those we Love and those we Cherish especially this year. Therefore, Filomena is celebrating Valentines Day for a whole week so you can share your feelings with everyone on your list!! This Holiday is the perfect time to thank those people in your life for being there for you and helping you get through this COVID madness or their kindness has in some way had significant impact on you or your family. JoAnna Filomena

3. Iron Gate

4.7

Exceptional(2596)

$$$$

• Italian • Dupont Circle

Booked 45 times today

Iron Gate, located near Dupont Circle, stands as one of the district’s oldest continuously operating restaurants and is split between a sumptuous dining room, a wisteria covered patio and a handsomely enclosed carriageway that houses the bar.Chef Anthony Chittum, a native of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and his team have revitalized the space with a menu that takes inspiration for the cuisines of Greece, Sicily, Sardinian and Southern Italy, interpreting those traditions and techniques using the finest products and seasonal ingredients of the Mid-Atlantic.Iron Gate also serves as an idyllic oasis for fine private events both large and small, so please consider us when planning your next fête, we'd love to have you as our guests.

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4. North Italia - Washington DC

4.5

Awesome(1231)

$$$$

• Italian • West End

Booked 70 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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5. Lupo Verde - 14th St

4.5

Awesome(1788)

$$$$

• Italian • Logan Circle

Booked 46 times today

Authentic, rustic, Italian fare featuring a variety of small plates, house-made charcuteries, breads, cheeses and antipasti. House-made pastas, whole roasted fish and a premiere selection of meats during dinner. A true Italian experience in an intimate two-story setting.Indoor dining is now available as of 1/22 at 25% capacity. Reservations are for indoor seating only. You may request patio seating, however it is on a first come first serve basis. Please be aware that there is a 90 minute maximum per table for parties less than 5 (*both inside & outside) unless otherwise approved by management. We are doing our best to accommodate as many guests as possible. We appreciate your business and understanding during this difficult time. In-House Delivery and Takeout UberEats, Postmates and Doordash

6. Il Piatto

4.4

Awesome(354)

$$$$

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 66 times today

Il Piatto is the modern expression of the classic Italian cuisine. Enjoy a selection of antipasto, pastas, gnocchi, and more! Our private dining package seats 35 guests or holds a reception for 50 guests. With a view of the wine cellar, our Italian restaurant is perfect for all kinds of events.Il Piatto is open for lunch, brunch, dinner and happy hour. *Please note, we serve brunch on holiday Mondays*

7. Floriana

4.7

Exceptional(3572)

$$$$

• Italian • Dupont Circle

Booked 24 times today

Floriana offers authentic Italian recipes with handmade pastas in the most comfortable of environments. Located in DC's Dupont Circle neighborhood, in a historic brick stone row house that has been converted into a cozy restaurant, but hasn't given up the feel of coming over to someones home for dinner. Offering a seasonal menu of fresh and local ingredients Floriana has developed a reputation for consistent, high quality, authentic, feel good dishes at a great value. Our pledge of superior service is matched only by our ability to make every guest feel welcome and comfortable when joining us for a DC dining experience.We pay special attention to every guest that chooses Floriana.

8. Al Dente

4.3

Awesome(1269)

$$$$

• Italian • Tenleytown

Booked 11 times today

Guests can enjoy fresh house-made pasta, fresh fish and meat offerings along with Italian desserts. Al Dente also showcases Neapolitan pizza from the restaurant’s centerpiece oven.

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9. Via Sophia Washington DC

4.2

Awesome(578)

$$$$

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 33 times today

Via Sophia reimagines the osteria experience for downtown D.C; where classic Italian dishes and fresh-from-the-oven pizzas are paired with bespoke beverages and a discerning wine list. With a focus on quality, consistency, and hospitality, we offer a warm and welcoming atmosphere for every guest, at any time of the day.

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10. Ristorante Piccolo

4.6

Exceptional(2855)

$$$$

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 34 times today

Ristorante Piccolo is a romantic and unique Italian trattoria full of the warm-hearted wines and food that match the spirit of Italy, loved by Washingtonians and visitors alike! It is a tiny gem just off the beaten path in Georgetown, offering one of the best seats in Georgetown—a second-floor balcony overlooking Georgetown and the historic C and O Canal (available on a first-come, first-served basis). Piccolo is a very popular spot for rehearsal dinners and other celebrations, known for great food and smoothly-operated events! Piccolo will happily surprise you with its excellent food, service, wines and atmosphere--with 3 cozy fireplaces, 2 beautiful wall water features, unique ironwork throughout adding to the warmth and romance of the restaurant. A strolling violinist sets the perfect mood for romantic dining Friday and Saturday evenings. Piccolo has won TASTE OF GEORGETOWN awards 4 times, every year Diners Choice awards, The Tastemaker Award and TripAdvisor Award of Excellence.

Best Italian restaurants in Friendship Heights

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65 restaurants available nearby

1. LIA'S

2. Filomena Ristorante

3. Iron Gate

4. North Italia - Washington DC

5. Lupo Verde - 14th St

6. Il Piatto

7. Floriana

8. Al Dente

9. Via Sophia Washington DC

10. Ristorante Piccolo

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