Café Dodici

122 S Iowa Ave, Washington
(319) 653-4012

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Kevin Mote

I went to dinner with friends. It was my first visit to cafe Dodici. I had the lasagna. The best I’ve had to date. It wasn’t heavy or too rich. It was the perfect blend of flavor, spice, and texture. The pasta was not heavy. The cheese was flavorful. Thoroughly satisfying. The service and the atmosphere was classy, timely, and engaging. The experience was memorable and I will be a returning customer. Thank you for a wonderful dining experience.

Jen Howe

We loved Cafe Dodici! Our server was excellent. We loved the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that were recommended. My chicken parmesean was delicious and they were so sweet to show us a gluten free menu, my daughter loved her Chicken Limone gluten free penne.

Douglas Falde

Beautiful and unique. Moms a trip. Love you. Server had a tone I didn't appreciate. 22% automatic tip for groups. Best Cesar salad ever.

Cheryl Liles

We love this restaurant, great menu, service and atmosphere, perfect trifecta!

Deb Fowler

A lovely place to enjoy upscale foods and a dedicated and attentive wait staff. The duck is
My fave! But try the cheesecake too!

Joel Hirshberg

We are strict vegetarians and found the food delicious, and nutritious. Service was great. Serving size was generous. Desserts were awesome. You won’t be dissapponted.

Jane Person

We had an Amazing experience for our anniversary! Everything was wonderful. And we loved when the owner came and talked with us at our table.

Molly Hayden Shellabarger

Mother’s Day brunch was fabulous in every way!!

Lori Wasmund

Great place to go. Fantastic service. Daily specials!

Liz Mathis

This dinner was wonderful. I thought I was in Italy again! The owners have done such magic here.

Cass Molander

Just had lobster ravioli. It was excellent.

Kris Burns

Wonderful food and service

Leigh Michaels

Great food, lovely ambiance. Cafe Dodici is a special destination to look forward to.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Ravioli, Dodici Salad

Annie Beery

I've been to this establishment twice now and just cannot justify the cost of it given the quality of my experiences. The vibe inside the restaurant is cozy and elegant. Lots of mirrors and close together seating. It can get a bit stuffy at times, but lovely, esthetically. My servers on both occasions were well-informed and kind, but I think they're understaffed, so patience was required. The meals I had were good, but nothing spectacular. I went for Sunday brunch my first time and had a Chicken parm sandwich with fries the second. I can't remember much about my first trip except that I had the impression it was overpriced and not kid friendly. I went again recently and a similar experience. The kids meals are 12 bucks and do not come with a drink. For pretty basic chicken strips and fries. ? The kids cheese pizza was better, as to be expected, but nowhere near worth that cost. My Chicken parm was mid at best. I had a glass of rosé and a gin smash. At least I expect that to be overpriced. My group of five had a group of three join us, so I was charged the automatic 22% tip for a large group. I understand this practice, I do. I've bartended for and served many large parties and given excellent service only to get nearly stiffed for all my effort. And our server the second time around was mostly wonderful and deserved it. But I would have tipped more if they hadn't forced it. It's a gamble you take with automatic gratuities. My lunch + two kids meals + their drinks + mine + tip = OVER A HUNDRED DOLLARS. This is insanity. I feel like we're just being taken for a ride anymore with some of these outrageous prices. It angers and depresses me. I love restaurants and the dining out experience. I love to taste different chef's takes on traditional dishes and try out new ones! I love meeting my friends on the patio at a lovely establishment for a cocktail or a coffee, and I'm happy to pay good money for those sunny outings, but not when the prices feel mostly unjustified. I'm not saying don't go, because it ain't all bad, but I wouldn't bring the kids, maybe stick to water, and make it a 'special occasion' spot. The kind you save up for. ?

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Patrise Taylor-Harris

Always great food, and a wonderful atmosphere.

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