Pasta Restaurants near Washington, DC

“I had the Arancini, gnocchi sardi, and olive oil cake and they were all fantastic. And while I came for food, I will say the two things I'll remember the most were 1. The fact you gave postcard with the receipt as a souvenir and one less thing I'd have to buy on my trip and 2. The service was amazing. I forget what her name is now, but my waitress came over and cleaned off the table of the two or three crumbs of truffle I had and got me new silverware for the second course. I can't think of any other restaurant I've been to where I've had service that attentive before.“

“Gigi’s is one of my absolute favorite spots in Western Market. The pasta is made fresh to order, and you can actually watch them finish it in the pan — it feels like a little chef’s table moment. The radiatore with amatriciana is my go-to. The sauce is rich and perfectly balanced, and the radiatore shape holds the sauce better than anything else I’ve tried.

I always add the veggie topping and extra cheese. The vegetables are fresh, colorful, and add the perfect contrast to the richness of the sauce — it never feels like an afterthought. Portions are generous without being heavy, and everything is consistently good every time I come.

One of the biggest perks for me is the timing: my order usually comes out in about 5 minutes, which is a lifesaver because I’m almost always there with two hungry, picky kids under 10. It’s fast, but still feels like fine dining.

The atmosphere has a modern, slightly upscale feel for a fast-casual place, and the staff is always friendly even when it’s busy.

If you love high-quality, freshly made pasta, Gigi’s is a must.“

“I had the absolute best experience at my birthday brunch thanks to our amazing waiter, Pablo! He went above and beyond to make the day feel extra special — from his kind attitude to his incredible attention to detail. He was so attentive, friendly, and genuinely made us feel welcomed and celebrated. I truly appreciate the great service, and I highly recommend anyone dining here to ask for Pablo if you can. He really made the whole experience unforgettable!“

“Totally awesome place, good,and great staff. Totally recommend 😘😘😘😘😘👋👋👋👋👋“