Italian Restaurants near Beltsville

“Came here to leave a review for my experience yesterday. It was probably one of the best pizzas I had. Considering I’ve tried many places in New York I’d say this is an easy second or third place in total. Best in Maryland I’ve had.After reading a lot of the one star reviews it seems as though the main issue was about cleanliness. It seems to me that they have taken these reviews seriously and done a lot to improve in this area. Toppings and pizza were fresh and tasted great. Workers are very friendly as well. It is understandable that they may be stressed with a busy night rush, but don’t let that stop you from ordering.Overall I hope that this place will continue to stay open and strive for a clean and nice staff. My personal experience was awesome.Thanks!“

“All of my experiences at L’Ardente have been phenomenal. The food, the atmosphere, and the service are all top notch!!!“

“on point!! don't shy away from the menu, everything we had was delicious.“

“This is probably the best pasta I’ve had in DC. I’ve been here twice for dinner now, and the pastas were all great. We got a few smaller portions - the alla norma, taglioni, rigatoni, and agnolotti - all were good. We also tried the sfincione [we are both Sicilian], which was OK but not really a sfincione. Good wine selection and great espresso martinis too. Will return.“

“This was some of the best food I’ve ever had. I would never normally choose Italian as a n “”out to eat” option but I’m so glad I did! I would eat here night after night if I could.“

“Amazing dinner!! Every course was delicious!“

“I recently dined at Modena DC and had an overall positive experience. The food was generally good, though some dishes stood out more than others. The crispy artichokes were absolutely delicious—crispy and flavorful, definitely a highlight of the meal. The butternut squash pasta was just okay, lacking a bit of depth in flavor, but the pesto gnocchi was quite good, with a nice balance of creamy texture and vibrant pesto.

For dessert, the crème brûlée was fantastic—rich, creamy, and perfectly caramelized on top. It was definitely a great way to end the meal.

While the food was decent, I did find the prices to be a bit on the higher side for what you get. Still, it wasn’t a bad experience overall.“

“Solid Italian restaurant in DC.

Easy to get reservations, I went on a Friday night with a friend. We got the three course set menu. A lot of food for the price. Great quality and great options. Recommend coming hungry or ordering off the a la cart menu. Garlic knots are a must.

Lots of servers that were very attentive. Be careful, they’ll scoop up your plate if you’re not paying attention.

Wine and beer list was extensive.

Fair pricing for quality of food and atmosphere.

Would definitely recommend to a friend. Would definitely visit again.

Parking: No parking lot, not a lot of street parking. Had to park a few blocks away.

Kid-friendliness: I probably wouldn’t bring kids here, didn’t have kid friendly food.“

“Great food, wines and service.“

“I don't leave many reviews, but Bozzelli's (specifically the Vermont Ave location) is worth it. I travel to DC semi-regularly, and I've been to Bozzelli's for a chicken parm sandwich and lemon cake three times...should tell you something, considering the many other food options in the area. Food's great, and service is about as friendly as I've experienced. If you're looking for something quick, affordable, and delicious around Dupont Circle, this is the place.“

“I came here right when the restaurant opened and sat at the bar for the happy hour. Food came out quickly, love the bread a lot. We got the meatball, the grilled octopus with finger potatoes (please try this dish it’s so good). They also accommodated my request regarding the pasta, which was very nice of them. Tiramisu is good too. Would come back.“

“We have been going to La Tomate for years. Retired several years ago and moved away from DC. Every time we are in DC we always go to one of our favorite restaurant, La Tomate. I love the selection on the menu, always something new to try with the daily specials. La Tomate has great staff and an excellent location. Many thanks to Natalina for having a beautiful Restaurant and delicious food. Happy Anniversary!“

“Amazing meal. The food and service were top notch. Service friendly and professional. Beautiful restaurant. Excellent wine list. Host John insured that all went well. All 8 of us greatly enjoyed the experience!“

“PIZZA MOVERS, TAKOMA PARK Excellent cudmstoner service; great pizza! Faster, too!“

“We had an early dinner which we did on purpose to have a quiet dining experience. But soon the other patrons started arriving and the space is pretty small so the noise level went up significantly. Our food came quickly and was very good albeit perhaps somewhat bland in flavor. We probably would have gotten dessert but our waiter just sort of disappeared so finally another staff came over, we settled the bill and left. For a 35th wedding anniversary occasion it was very nice.“

“My wife and I had an absolutely amazing evening dining out here on a long weekend trip to DC for our Birthdays. The food was incredible I have not found one dish at this or the Chicago location that wasn’t great. Abagail was simply the best waitress we have EVER had. She was attentive, personable and really went out of the way to give us the best dining experience my wife and I have ever had from top to bottom. We had a great experience in Chicago but I have to say I think the food was a touch better here. I am comparing caviar to caviar here as both were great, but DC has the win here and certainly did with our waitress as well.“

“So delicious and a wonderful atmosphere.“

“We went for the bottomless happy hour deal. For $36 (~$50 after tax and tip) you get unlimited drinks and some apps from 5-7.

Most places in DC don’t honor the true spirit of bottomless drinks but that is not the case here. Our server kept the drinks flowing and they were all delicious. So was the food.

10/10 experience, amazing bang for your buck, and overall an excellent way to kick off the weekend.“

“Delicious food-very relaxing atmosphere-friendly staff“

“Wonderful food & charming outdoor patio space . Cocktails yummy too!“

“Had dinner with family while visiting the DC area. The restaurant was perfect from the decor, the seats, the food, the servers. Patricia was amazing and I loved her little soft humming as she went along her way making guests feel welcome. The food was 10+. Highly recommend.“

“Checks all the boxes as they say, Beliseima! Mangiamo! Salute!“

“Well deserving of the recognition by Michelin's star award. Arguably, the best restaurant in DC metro area with a commitment to excellence in food, service, and atmosphere. The wine list is among best with older, approachable vintages.

Great experience.“

“This beat some of the NY style slices I had even in New York. Just the perfect ratio of crust to sauce to toppings. Perfectly sized pepperoni cups. A gorgeous toasty feeling to the freshly heated slice. Started with 3 slices between 2 people and essentially ended up eating a whole pie. Staff are amazing, so warm and friendly. Great brews on tap and a few salads and sides on the menu to go with the pies. Can’t wait to come back“

“I gave this spot a try and could not be more satisfied and delighted with the taste of the food, as a pasta and pizza lover im very picky w sauces and dough, the restaurant is accommodating, food is fresh and presentation is great, the service is outstanding. The Owner David came out and served our food, overall I give 5 stars to this place. Will be coming back soon👌👌👌“

“Good food but if you plan on ordering from uber eats make sure you tell them you need eating utensils and napkins. There is no place to request this on their uber eats, so you will sit in your hotel room eating with your hands“

“Such a superb dining experience. I was solo so sat at bar and my waiter went above and beyond with exceptional wine and food knowledge and service. The food was subtle, creative and beautifully balanced. Everything just worked. I find US restaurants rarely have ambiance but Tail Up had great lighting even if dining room was fine but unremarkable. It was a brilliant experience of a brilliant kitchen, sommelier and serving team. Thanks for a DC highlight“

“We had a lovely meal! The Fettucine Alfredo Vero and Penne alla Vodka with garlic, basil and creamy tomato sauce were both delicious, with fresh ingredients and flavorful sauces. To top it off, the Rich Decadent Chocolate Cake was the perfect way to end the meal—absolutely yummy!“

“Excellent cuisine. Conveniently loacted. Great service.“

“The pizza and Chicken Alfredo Fettuccine 🤌🏾🤌🏾“

“My friend and I went here for her birthday; however we didn’t mention it was for any occasion. We were immediately greeted by the host and seated. Throughout the meal, we were checked in on by our waiter as well as the manager. Towards the end of our meal, the manager overheard it was a birthday dinner and gave us a free dessert. Overall, the service, food and ambiance was amazing!“

“Certo Restaurant is a delightful dining experience that I can't recommend enough! I recently visited for breakfast, and I was thoroughly impressed by the quality of the food and the warm ambiance.

I ordered the omelette, and it was absolutely perfect—fluffy, flavorful, and packed with fresh ingredients. Each bite was a wonderful combination of textures and tastes. The fruit bowl was equally impressive, featuring a vibrant assortment of seasonal fruits that were both refreshing and beautifully presented.

The service was exceptional, with attentive staff who genuinely care about providing a great experience. The atmosphere is inviting and comfortable, making it a fantastic spot to enjoy a leisurely meal.

Overall, Certo Restaurant has quickly become one of my favorite places to dine. Whether you're looking for a hearty breakfast or a relaxing brunch, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit!“

“Omg! I ordered online and the food was phenomenal. It tasted like the noodles were made in house, it was well seasoned and I could taste everything from the pancetta to the Parmesan cheese. I got a half portion-which was more than enough. I can’t wait to try other dishes!“

“One of my friends recommended the restaurant and I wanted to try it out . Delicious food, friendly atmosphere very near to the metro.“

“Great place! We went after a Fall White House Garden Tour for brunch on a Sunday. Great service, great food. I had the smoked salmon benedict, and we shared a prosciutto burrata salad that was really good too. We want to go back for dinner.“

“Just got done eating here for the first time. Ordered a 12-in pizza, with half sausage and half veggies. It was fresh, tasty and exactly what we were looking for--a nice neighborhood pizza place with great tasting pizza. Will definitely be back again, very impressed!“

“Amazing addition to the neighborhood. We went around happy hour and everything was great. Good vibes, great prices, really nice staff. A small menu, really well curated. We got the valpolicella, real Rickey, Roman sunset, Toto, and a meat and cheese board.

Can’t recommend this place enough. It’s going to be our go to after-work chill spot from now on.“

“Att Fabio! I’m here now and Maria is my server. She is the best! I started with the grilled calamari and asked about the vongole. She brought me a sample to try! She is well versed with your menu, it was a pleasure to dine here.“

“My waiter was excellent. She was wonderful. The food was fresh hot. I'm good and like always bathrooms clean. You know, I am about bad pros and I rarely get five stars.But it was the waiter gave y'all five stars, she was excellent“

“Amazing food and service.“

“Authentic N. Italian cuisine presided over by Roberto and Ivan.“

“I ordered the Lasagna dinner and I The serving was large and the salad was with Balsamic Vinaigrette’s. They also make pizza did not try from the amount of Togo orders it must be good. The management needs to decide are a full fledged Italian restaurant or just a pizza place serving some Italian food. I would go back again.“

“I had a to go order of their eggplant parmigiana with spaghetti, and a side salad. The young gentleman at the pick up counter was so friendly and welcoming. The food was great! The spaghetti was the star (very tasty!), and the salad was pretty good as well as the eggplant parmigiana (a little more sauce would elevate it). They were extremely generous with portion size and the food easily was enough to make 2-3 meals. Price very reasonable too. Look forward to supporting Mama Lucia and frequenting this business more!“

“This pizza is just right every time for me! I consistently go here for that reason. The sauce is a little tang to it in my opinion, but tastes good. The cheese is good quality. They baked their pepperoni just right (which is usually my litmus test).

The customer service is always cool, I've never had a problem. Staff seems to enjoy themselves while they work, which is always nice to see. Its a clean establishment. Never too busy or backed up. It's my preferred pizza shop, even though I pass a Papa Johns, a Pizza Bolis, a Dominos, and a slew of others to get to this one. It's out of the way for me, but I feel it's worth it. Plus the specials they have are very reasonable in my opinion, comparable to Dominos.

And I like all the toppings I've tried here. Next time I'll post pictures.

Vegetarian options: It's a pizza place, so of course you can customize your pizza to be vegetarian. The same goes for the salads and sandwiches.“

“Food was tasty and service was good. The tip was factored into the bill so there was no trying to figure out what the tip was supposed to be. A HUGE issue for us however was the noise level. We couldn’t hear our waitress, we couldn’t hear each other and ended up with a miscommunication that resulted in one of our party not getting what they believed they had ordered.“

“Vegetarian options: Any meatless sauce is tasty, albeit might be on the salty side.

Dietary restrictions: GF rotini is an excellent alternative to regular pasta!

Parking: Parking lot surrounds the restaurant, disabled parking spaces at the front door.“

“it was always my favorite place to hang out meet great people and enjoy the atmosphere“

“We are tourist & was searching for a place too eat since our first choice for dinner totally ignored us after we sat there 30 minutes we left. This pizza joint is absolutely delicious. The thin crust was delicious especially on the cheese pizza. The only negative thing I have too say is y’all charging too much for a house salad. I mean if you gonna charge $14 @ least give me something other than basic lettuce.“

“Shoulda had some dessert after the meal I ate.“