50 Best Italian Restaurants near Forestville

“I can't hold it against them because it happens at almost every ledos I eat at. I order other tmextra sauce and always end up with extra cheese yeah it's something small it's just if I spend my money I want what I want and again I can't hold it against them because it' happens at every ledos I eat at other than the it's 5 stars clean place nice cashiers“

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

“Thank you so much for having my friends Kristina, Alex and I for dinner today. I just want to say that everything we had was great, my favorite being the la calabrese! Meiling took such good care of us, she is a wonderful host and we had some great conversations with her. We’ll def be back in the future to try some of the other pizzas. Your decor and ambience is fantastic as well, I really felt like I was at restaurant in Italy! Keep up the good work and thanks again for a wonderful evening!“

“It was the perfect meal, from appetizers to main course, and dessert! Our server, Ricardo, was very attentive and informative about the menu and gave us personal recommendations, as well. I had been wanting to dine at Cucina Morini for a while now, and I am so glad I chose it for our friends visiting from overseas.“

“Friendly, quaint and delicious food. Great service. What more do you need“

“Amazing dinner!! Every course was delicious!“

“Katie is worth her weight in GOLD. She the best, and deserves a million stars!!! Ms. Sheila“

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

“Fun night for two out of towners! Food was amazing and the staff were incredibly friendly, even though we’re two or three times their ages and not cool at all! ;)“

“The food was phenomenal - we had the beet & burrata salad, a Margherita pizza, and the wild boar tagliatelle. They have a nice wine list as well. Can’t wait to come back and try other dishes!!!“

“This charming trattoria came onto my radar, driven by a craving for Veal Saltimbocca and I was not disappointed! I called ahead to make a reservation and I was seated at my reservation time. The Veal Saltimbocca tasted like it came straight from a traditional Italian kitchen. It was tender, fresh and flavorful, served in a generous portion.

I'm not much of a drinker, but the Margarita Italiano with Limoncello was the best Margarita I've ever tasted and was served in a large glass! Service was excellent from my initial phone call to make the reservation through the end of my visit. I am looking forward to eating my leftovers tomorrow. I would come here again for the same meal, without hesitation.“

“The staff were friendly & professional. The food was perfect & in huge proportions!“

“I like this place I would like any of the men there. I'll be good..“

“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“

“used to get the good fella all the time when working in Waldorf...one of the best things I ever ate.“

“We were visiting from out of town and what a great choice to go to Primo Hogies!! The whole staff was incredible!! Food was great! If anyone is on the fence about what they want to eat, this is the place to go! Thank you guys!! Looking forward to coming back!!“

“I Love Italian - and when I say this place has THE BEST MEATBALLS I've ever tasted - it's saying a lot! The mushroom gnocchi was light and delish! Not to mention the roasted cauliflower, burrata and garlic bread!! It was a feast and worth every bite! The staff was friendly, polite and aimed to please! The decor and vibe super cool. It was recommended to me by a local and when I visit DC again - this gem will be a first stop!“

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

“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.“

“Had a great experience! Food is delicious - the shrimp scampi appetizer is amazing! My husband and I couldn't get enough of it! Garlic bread with dipping sauce, meatballs with whipped ricotta, branzino and pork Marsala were standouts of what we had. Would definitely go back! Service was attentive but not overbearing and the space was open and inviting, wine selection was great! Excellent evening!“

“The Pizza was provided by the AMA club which was cool. The food was quick to arrive. The Pizza was still hot which is always good. The pizza was so delicious I think I am going to start going to Paisano's Pizza. I want to see how it is to dine in.“

“Beautiful and spacious Olive Garden with a very welcoming host named Ann and a hard working, attentive and detail-oriented server named Devon.

The restaurant was clean, the food was good, hot, and fresh, and the drinks are cold and timely.

Accessibility ♿ is phenomenal.

Dietary restrictions: Mention allergies and preferences prior to ordering.

Parking: Although there were plenty of ♿ spaces, they were all very full.

Wheelchair accessibility: ♿ wheel-chair height tables and accessible restrooms.“

“I work not far from here, so I decided to place a To-Go order online, I ordered for a specific time, and waited about 5 minutes before they brought my order to my car, I got The Chicken & Gnocchi soup, very good, and The Calabrian Steak & Shrimp Bucatini, it was very good, there was nice size chunks of Steak, I cut them into bite-size pieces and it was plenty, it had just enough flavor, I'll definitely get it again!“

“The food was excellent with equally excellent service. They get 5 stars.“

“This place was amazing! I went here tonight for my anniversary the food quality blew me away! It is an expensive restaurant but it is worth it because of the experience. I would definitely recommend anybody to come here and I will come here again myself! Thank you for a lovely dinner“

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

“We were in the mood for pizza and pasta after a long day in DC so we stopped here.

The place was not crowded and we were able to find a large table for our big party right away which was nice.

We ordered cheese sticks as appetizers and they were fantastic. They brought out warm bread with olive oil dipping sauce and it was great too.

The server we had hates her job. I understand good help is hard to find but she was awful. Rolled her eyes at us and not attentive at all.

The food was great. We got quite a variety and I recommend the fettuccine. The cream sauce was so good.
The salad was big and full of lots of veggies and the pizza had a great crust.

If you find yourself in Bowie and hungry I suggest you stop by.“

“To begin, I was amazed by customer services. Every waiter that passed our table made sure to ask if we were OK or needed anything. Our waiter Vee was also exceptional. Great job to each employee working around noon on Wednesday that passed. I love great customer service when I patronize neighborhood establishments. KUDOS!“

“everything you get from there is good no complaints from me“

“This review is dedicated to those reviewers who say Ama’s food is either ‘bland’ or they were ‘still hungry’ after eating there-

this is because you are used to eating at restaurants that use fake ingredients and artificial flavor enhancers, as do most in the country, so sorry but you have no idea what real food tastes like. Ama makes real food, intentionally and wholeheartedly. They partner with local farmers, cook with real ingredients, and create a menu that will leave you feeling satiated and wonderful, as my friends and i did even after we ate through the menu AND ordered 4 desserts at the end.

so yeah, their food isn’t ‘bland’ , you probably have just never tasted food that wasn’t grown in a lab and loaded with artificial flavoring and addictive chemicals. try harder!“

“If your looking for great wings and amazing subs, this is the place! I would give ten stars if I could“

“Pizzarro is such a neighborhood gem! I swung by for a jumbo pepperoni slice after a late-night stroll and it hit every note—crispy crust, melty cheese, and loads of flavor. The staff was super friendly and easygoing, which made the whole vibe feel welcoming and laid-back.

I appreciate that they've got Mediterranean options too—grabbed a Greek salad one time, and it was fresh and balanced (great for pairing with their pizzas). The casual, cozy atmosphere is perfect whether you’re dining solo, grabbing friends, or craving something late at night.

Parking can be a bit tricky on Florida Ave, but trust me—it’s worth circling for. If you're ever in Shaw and want solid pizza without fuss, this is the spot. Highly recommend!“

“Amazing every time we go!!! Yum yum yum!“

“Excelente servicio al cliente. Los ingredientes de muy buena calidad y el sabor es delicioso. 100% recomendado.“

“Chef Joe and his team really helped make my first time eating here really amazing. From great service to Chef Joe himself just being really great to talk to to the food being AMAZING. Some of the best pasta I've EVER had! Looking forward to seeing them all working there next time I come!“

“Food is great. The young female at the counter that took my order was like a robot. She had no personality and seemed a lil scary, like horror movieish. She wasn't rude or anything just them deep cold glassy eyes. White female, glasses and blonde hair.
But pizza was delicious.“

“This place was recommended by a friend who lives in the area-and to him, I say THANK YOU! Everything was excellent, from the staff to the food; I couldn't have asked for better. The calamari and shrimp with peppers appetizer were possibly the best appetizer I've ever had. The lasagna was out of this world cheesy! It was delicious in every way. Highly recommend this place; you won't be disappointed!“

“OH MY GOSH! Not only was the service the best but the food was AMAZING! Our whole group loved every bite and left satisfied! We WILL be back and recommending this place to everyone!“

“Incredible food, but what really sets this place apart is their cooking classes. The classes are in high demand so you have to get your tickets in advance, but it is well worth it. We had a bunch of regulars attending with us, so we knew it was going to be a great time.The owner, who instructs the class, is very kind, patient, and generous. He took his time teaching and answering questions, provided more than enough supplies, and did everything he could to ensure we had a wonderful experience.We started with a cocktail and fresh focaccia bread. The marinara sauce with the bread and some other dishes was the tastiest sauce I’ve ever had. There was a self serve station for water and wine throughout the class. We made a fried risotto appetizer, pizza, spinach and cheese ravioli, and gnocchi. The owner and his staff gave one-on-one instruction when needed, and were very nice and helpful.We gave the staff everything we had prepared to be cooked in the kitchen. Our dishes were returned hot and ready for a delicious meal. There was so much food we were provided with to go containers and had it for several meals afterwards. We were also treated to limoncello gelato and limoncello shots at the very end of the class.This class was so fun and informative, and the atmosphere was relaxed. The quality ingredients, experience, drinks, and food were well worth the price. Highly recommend!“

“Ordered a large catering order Cesar. He was very helpful explaining what each menu item is and recommending the best solution for our party of 15-20. Price was reasonable and they let us know they have delivery at a good price too. When the food was ready Cesar called to keep me updated. Can't wait to come again!“

“The best experience I've had at a Ledo Pizza. Surprisingly good steak and cheese that's much better than your average carry out. Also was very happy to see that they offered halal pepperoni. I don't know if this has been adopted by all Ledos (Haven't been to one in years) but it was delicious. Very friendly service as well.

I'm giving it 5 stars to boost the average but I would say this is more of a 4.25/5 type place. Will definitely be back!“

“we had a delicious dinner from Rosati's! the pasta was not overcooked, the marinara was very fresh tasting, and the Alfredo was legit. we ordered a build you own pasta spaghetti with marinara and baked mozzarella, a byo linguine with Alfredo and baked mozzarella, cheesy bread sticks, and two side salads. Our total came to $54 with tax and tip. The bread sticks were great. The entrees were plenty for two to share. we will definitely be returning for more and to try the pizzas

Parking: Easy to find a street parking around the corner“

“We ordered out and got a little of everything from here, Philly cheese steak, chicken Alfredo, pizza, mozzarella sticks, and chicken. And all of it was amazing! Absolutely recommend this especially if you're visiting the area and just want something delivered. They made sure plates and silverware were included and followed the changes requested with no problems. The driver was super nice!!“

“I honestly don't know where to start. Simply put, Bond 45 is nothing short of amazing! All of the food was absolutely delicious! From the appetizers to dessert, there was not one entree that was less than perfect! We had and highly recommend the following dishes: Meatballs- the mix of proteins made these a delicious choice! Garlic Bread...needs no introduction! Caprese Salad...the fresh mozzarella was so fresh and creamy! Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken - was my daughter's fan favorite and the pasta tasted homemade! Filet with roasted potatoes...all seasoned well and cooked to perfection! The steak had a good char while being super tender and flavorful! Sangria - is my mother in love's favorite! Cheesecake and Chocolate cake- OMG, don't skip dessert! You will regret it! The restaurant has a friendly, comfortable fine dining atmosphere that perfect for a fancy date night or a casual dinner! The restaurant has spectacular views of the harbor and ferris wheel, which makes it a fun and memorable experience! While the food and the restaurant were nothing short of spectacular, it was the employees of the establishment that truly made our night! My mother in law is a regular and the staff treat her like family! From the hostess and servers to the general manager, Johnny, they all did everything they could to turn a regular night out into something really special! It was my first time at the restaurant, and I was blown away by our experience. Sending a huge thanks to Johnny and the staff of Bond 45 for running such an amazing restaurant. I highly recommend making them a regular stop when you visit the National Harbor!“

“Food is 🍕 delicious 😋 and the service is amazing“

“I have only gotten the calizones from here, but I have never been disappointed yet. Don't expect fancy brick oven pizza--in my opinion DC has too many of those already. If you are looking for a solid, straightforward carryout pizza for a good value, look no further. And it beats the heck out of Dominos.“

“So good! The bread is delicious! And the service was great!“

“I tried to go to this location only. It is the original. If you'll notice the other restaurants are Ledo's with an S at the end. Similar signage. Similar pizza. But not as good as THE one on Knox Road. If you can go there you won't be disappointed. Parking meters.

2024 UPDATE -- apparently Ledo's did do the right things when they franchised. So I feel like I could go to any of them. I don't think I've had any bad pizza there. Always tasty!“

“Amazing pizza that is only outdone by incredible staff! As tourist we sat back and watched how the staff interacted with regulars & newcomers & it was heartwarming. If we lived here we’d eat here every week! Happy hour prices are so good you have no excuse not to visit!“