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San Lorenzo, Washington, DC

San Lorenzo

4.7
4.7
113 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Come in and feel transported to the streets of Italy with the beautiful stucco walls and black and white photos of the chef/owner’s quaint hometown. Chef Massimo believes in creating dishes that honor the heritage and flavors of his native Tuscany. The magic of this cuisine is the exceptional preparation — fresh, simple ingredients paired with unique herbs and seasonings for a taste that’s anything but simple. With over 30 years of culinary training - Chef Massimo delivers homemade pastas, sauces, Florentine steak, veal, lamb, fresh fish and exceptional risotto.

Stay tuned for the not-to-be missed tasting menus offered nightly. Also inquire about the unique communal wine lunch experiences on Saturday afternoons that can be booked only directly with management because they book up quickly. If you enjoy dining in Chef Massimo’s ‘San Lorenzo’ home - know he will also come to your home for special occasions or even travel with you within the US and Italy.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 19 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Contemporary Italian, European

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (202) 588-8954

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive Chef

    Massimo Fabbri

  • Catering

    We offer an array of catering options from full service dinners cooked in your home with linens, plates, etc. for 6- 100 individuals or even pick-up or delivery for corporate lunches, birthdays, or family dinners to incl. sandwiches, meat & cheese trays, Tuscan rubbed ribs or risotto.

  • Private party facilities

    We offer a beautiful space for your special occasion whether day or night. We are a favorite for celebrating birthdays and anniversaries - whether at one of our standard tables along the white brick walls reminiscent of Tuscany or in our private dining space which accommodates 12-20 people. Buyout options are also available for up to 85 people.

  • Neighbourhood

    Shaw

  • Cross Street

    We are located on 9th Street NW between N & O Streets.

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking

  • Public Transit

    We are 2 blocks North of the Convention Center and Mt Vernon Plaza metro.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 113 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Italian

  • District of Columbia

    Best Food

  • District of Columbia

    Great for fine wines

  • District of Columbia

    Italian

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  1. Brenna

    Washington DC

    52 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal, the seafood was so flavorful (we had oysters, the tonno, and salmon and branzino)!
  2. CCFlll

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best food in town, hands down. The service is excellent as well.
  3. dogwlker

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We really enjoyed our dinner at San Lorenzo, the food was very good. My husband enjoyed the Halibut and I had the Linguine with Seafood Ragu, both very tasty! The service was very friendly and attentive and our server knew the menu very well. The next time we visit DC we will definitely return to San Lorenzo.
  4. RobertA

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food! Fried squash blossoms, rabbit pappardelle, rockfish special… all super delicious. I’ll visit again!
  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience2
    It would have been nice to know there was a special fixed mother's day menu. Either when we booked or when we were being seated. I chose this place because of the original menu. This wasn't available to us. Service was generally pretty poor and the food was decent but not fantastic. Very meh
  6. Mark

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience4
    Steak was overcooked (all grey) - sent back and received a replacement that was rare but was mostly gristle. Portion size was also small while the cost was fairly high.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience5
    Went for Mother’s Day and when my husband, kids, and I got seated, the waitress took about 15-20 to service us. So in my head okay it’s busy I get it. While we waited we asked if there was another menu because they only had given us a pre fix menu for Mother’s Day (was not advertised on OpenTable). My husband and I still ordered our food and the appetizers were good but very small portions. Now the entree was horrible, my husband got the bisceta (steak) and he told the waitress medium and he ended up getting well done. For me I got the risotto and I thought it was lobster or seafood risotto but I was wrong because I got pieces of chicken and one piece of lobster…also the sauce tasted like chef Boyardee cans. Dessert was okay. All in all, we had the worst experience and the worst food quality. Very disappointed because it had amazing reviews.
  8. BertO

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Slight fumble in the beginning was overcome with outstanding service and accommodation. Food was unbelievable. This place is a gem! Don’t hesitate to come to this outstanding restaurant.
  9. AlbertM

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a jewel in Washington to be savored and appreciated for the ambience, artistry and convivial setting that unfolds in the bliss of having not only one of the most wonderful meals you will ever enjoy but also for the fine dining experience that lingers like a good wine as you reluctantly depart, knowing that you will return.
  10. Rj1541

    New England

    139 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    139 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    excellent neighborhood restaurant. Prosciutto was delicious, as were the grilled branzino and the tortelli pasta. Not a big fan of the panna cotta, but the tiramisu was well done. Nice wine list also. Our waiter was superb. One of the best restaurants I have found in DC.
  11. AaliyahS

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My boyfriend and I came here on our first date and we had an incredible time. We came back 8 months later to celebrate me finishing up my first year in college and us moving in together! Everyone who works at San Lorenzo is always kind and attentive and the atmosphere was amazing and a perfect place for date night!
  12. Borincano

    Washington DC

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    San Lorenzo was simply excellent. The appetizers, stuffed squash flowers for my wife, calamari and broccoli for me, were terrific. We split a generous pasta course, and a perfectly prepared branzino. The hostess recommended the wines from the exhaustive list, and both were excellent (if a little expensive, but in both cases it was a generous pour). The tiramisu for dessert was first-rate...ingredients and flavors distinct and perfectly assembled, without the wet, mushy, texture the dish can sometimes take on. We will be back. The restaurant scored on every level.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service. From the get go they acknowledged and wished my wife a Happy Birthday, setting the tone for a great dining experience.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If you want a place with authentic Italian food and the love that comes with it, look no further.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect from start to finish. Excellent wine list. Perfect risotto. Perfectly cooked halibut!
  16. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Food was excellent, prosciutto, pasta and steak was all very good. Service was good. Would have given 5 stars if it wasn’t for the terrible choice of music, angry rock music, that was on a loop. Seems incongruent with an intimate Italian restaurant. They did turn it down at our request. Otherwise it was a good dining experience.
  17. CCFlll

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Most delicious food in town. Perfectly timed tasting menu. Efficient, attentive staff, lovely setting. Closest thing to actually eating in Italy. Can’t recommend this place more highly.
  18. MorganP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Probably some of the most delicious food I've had in a while. The wait staff was very slow with dessert, but I didn't mind because it gave me some time between the entree and dessert to digest and be hungry again.
  19. MaxwellB

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Good service, great meal! Definitely check it out if you like Italian food 🍝
  20. Reno

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience5
    I’ve eaten at this restaurant plenty of times! It’s one of my favorites in DC! I think when the restaurant is completely booked, the servers tend to get overwhelmed. Nevertheless, food is always good, would love to see the menu start to seasonally change.
  21. MiriamG

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The food is super good, the best I have tasted so far in DC
  22. JasonM

    Washington DC

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place that suffers from a so-so location compared to other downtown dining options. When I checked in for my 12:30 pm reservation, I was literally the only person in the restaurant. A few more customers showed up later, but not that many. With that said, the food and service were both top-notch, and I would recommend this place to others. I will definitely visit again.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic doing experience from hostess to dessert.
  24. MiriamG

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best restaurant I have been in DC so far. The food is extremely good and everyone is so nice! I will go back very often
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Th meal was excellent and I would highly recommend the restaurant
  26. NiceNightOut

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome again!! Fresh prosciutto. Perfect pasta! Amazing pork and halibut! Desserts were amazing to end the night!
  27. Hane

    Washington DC

    48 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    We arrived right after our reservation time and were told our seats weren’t ready yet. As we stood by the door they asked if we wanted cocktails, and then decided there wasn’t enough space for us up front. They asked to show us to where we could wait- which turned out to be the hallway to the bathroom. After bring us a drink there we stood there for maybe another 15-20 minutes until our seats became available (about 30 after the reservation) Minor apology was made, but felt like they could have tried a little harder and comped a drink or a dessert for having to awkwardly stand in a hallway holding a drink They also forgot one of our sides. Food was good but a bit overpriced.
  28. Manana

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous as always‼️
  29. LoganK

    Columbus

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience1
    There was no note of prefix menu before we showed up.
  30. motif

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a very nice experience with excellent ambience, delicious food in outstanding service. I would highly recommend coming here, and it provides some variety from the normal restaurants in DC.
  31. annemarie

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, old school Italian ambiance. Staff was very attentive and the chef prepared a requested item that wasn’t on the menu. Highly recommend
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best Italian food in town.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was absolutely amazing and the service was impeccable. Everything was cooked and flavored to perfection.
  34. TonyC

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A must if you want authentic Italian!
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food!
  36. ohmom

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on January 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a lovely dinner at the bar. Great spot for a cozy Sunday night date. We had the calamari, zucchini flowers, and two pastas. All was amazing. The wine list is extensive and they have some really good whiskeys. Definitely recommend.
  37. Andy

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambiance and great food!
  38. LeJuanS

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    New Years dinner with my wife
  39. OmnivorousFoodie

    Washington DC

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is our new, go to, reliably delicious restaurant. The service is impeccable and food amazing. We splurged and ordered the 6-course chef’s menu and every dish was great, a few over the top OMG tasty! Try the wine pairings as well. Although not listed on the menu, they have this option. All wines were great and most paired exquisitely with the food that it came with. Be prepared for more than just a little 3 oz pour. Oh no. They are very generous on their pours. I think the only thing I could say that could improve upon our evening was the timing of service. Sometimes the wines would come before the dish and vice versa, which is fine, but we wanted someone to explain to us what we were being served, as well as the wine, and why the wine was selected. That did occur, but sometimes we had to wait for someone for the explanation after the dish was quickly placed in front of us by a server. We love San Lorenzo and the details that are paid attention to. We cannot wait to bring our friends to share in this spectacular experience.
  40. ChristopherF

    Coastal Georgia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was very good. I enjoyed the taste of the Ravioli. I don’t recall if I had Tuscany style of food before, but it exceeded my expectations. The server was friendly and able to make great suggestions! It was my wife’s birthday and they made it special!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

San Lorenzo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 588-8954.

San Lorenzo is rated 4.7 stars by 113 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 19 times today
Google Map for San Lorenzo

1316 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001-4208

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    We are located on 9th Street NW between N & O Streets.

  • Neighbourhood

    Shaw

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Contemporary Italian, European

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking

  • Public Transit

    We are 2 blocks North of the Convention Center and Mt Vernon Plaza metro.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive Chef

    Massimo Fabbri

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (202) 588-8954

  • Catering

    We offer an array of catering options from full service dinners cooked in your home with linens, plates, etc. for 6- 100 individuals or even pick-up or delivery for corporate lunches, birthdays, or family dinners to incl. sandwiches, meat & cheese trays, Tuscan rubbed ribs or risotto.

  • Private party facilities

    We offer a beautiful space for your special occasion whether day or night. We are a favorite for celebrating birthdays and anniversaries - whether at one of our standard tables along the white brick walls reminiscent of Tuscany or in our private dining space which accommodates 12-20 people. Buyout options are also available for up to 85 people.

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