Italian Restaurants near Fort Washington

“We have been happy customers of this Pizza Boli location for 5 years. We order 2-8 times a month. We order for both our family meals and for large groups of guests at our home who enjoy the variety and quality of the pizzas and wings. Our gatherings are very popular due to the pizza!!

We have nothing but the best feedback on all the varied pizza, sandwiches, and bowls we have tried and shared. Service is fast. Food always arrives hot, with cheese still melted.

Delivery team does a good job finding us, and (Google maps does not).

On very rare occasion, there have been issues with the app, and these have been sorted out to our satisfaction.

My house recommends this Pizza Boli wholeheartedly. I'm ordering again right now.“

“I meet with friends this great spot often! This is my favorite restaurant to pass a nice evening. I go there at least once a month. The meals are excellent, the staff is professional and the charge is fair. I enjoy meeting in this restaurant to have a rich meal.“

“Delicious food and the wait staff is fabulous!“

“We were tired from touring all day and the clerk at Springhill Suites recommended an Italian place “just around the corner”. As we got closer, we could detect delicious smells in the air. As we entered, a cheery staff greeted us, and the cozy space was decorated with lots of photographs and traditional green and white checked tablecloths. We were offered fresh garlic bread while we looked over the menu. We both decided on the “individual” pizza, but let me tell you, us 2 ladies could’ve easily just split one! The veggie pizza was soooo fresh and yummy. If we’re ever in the area again, would definitely go back!“

“We could not believe our luck finding this gem of a place, whilst on holiday from Scotland! The food? What can I say to make folk reach out to you? Just go and you’ll experience the most wonderful home cooked food and the greatest ambience! .. staff and management couldn’t make you feel more welcome! Keep the good work up and hopefully see you next visit! You’ll be our “ go to restaurant” Thank you PS - our town Dundee in Scotland is “twinned” ( sister) with yourselves .. who would have known eh??“

“EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE!!! This review is super late, but I figured better late than never. I ordered delivery from Thompson's Alexandria location on April 29th and there was an issue with one of the items. I called the restaurant and Cindy answered the phone and provided amazing service. She was receptive, efficient, came up with a creative and personalized solution and did it with the utmost professionalism and kindness. I also asked her who the chef was because the food was superb. She informed me that it was Chef Lucy and she was also an integral part of this success story. Thank you to Thompson for the impressive service and memorable meal. Please keep this up, its hard to find.“

“One of the most delicious Italian dinners I have ever had. Everything was a Authentic and a Quality ingredient and well prepared.“

“We were in Waldorf staying at Hampton Inn Suites and walked over for dinner and we were pleasantly pleased. T The food came out quick and hot and delicious. Our waiter, Austin, was so kind and gracious and just the nicest guy. We tried to get back there but unfortunately we
were not able to make it back. I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Good food. Doesn’t matter what you get it’s all delicious.“

“My wife and I visited Rucci"s Italian Kitchen & Grill today. It was our first time at the establishment. The food was tastful and the atmosphere was fine. The only reason I cannot give it five stars is our server Jessica was very inattentive to us as we watch other servers in the area cater to their assigned tables constantly insuring their patrons had everthing they needed. I needed water as my glass was empty. When our server finally returned, I stated I could use some water, she never acknowledge me and walk away with our utensils. Moments later another young lady shows up to fill my glass with water. So it was obvious my server heard me but didn't acknowledge my request vocally. I can overlook a dish I didn't like, this wasn't the case here. But bad service really turns me off. Everyone esle who came by our table i.e. management and possible the owner I'm not sure, were polite and courteous.“

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

“As part of the US Army, I was sustained in Italy many years ago. I have struggled until now to find quality, amazing tasting Italian food. Mamma's Kitchen in Alexandria surpassed all expectations. Every course of the meal was just what you would expect when dining in Italy. Thanks for the great experience and for the memories it brought back.“

“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!!“

“Great brunch experience. A restaurant does not have to be perfect to have a great experience and meal. My wife and I decided to try brunch and had a really nice time. Clean and friendly with nice decor and better atmosphere. Food was top notch! Fresh ingredients, well prepared, and appropriately seasoned. I have had eggs Benedict the world over and this was one of the best I’ve ever had.

Two issues were our server, and most of the service team honestly, seemed a bit inexperienced and our peach Bellini. It definitely was not a peach Bellini.

I would definitely be willing to give Corso a try if in the neighborhood.“

“Wonderful hosts for a large group of 18 folks! Every dish is amazing... 3 of us ordered formagie4, lasagna and a gnocci to share. AMAZING! The formagie4 was the best and penne cooked to a perfect al dente. Definitely coming back! Bellissimo!!!“

“Always amazing! Perfect place to go any night of the week!“

“I have dined at this restaurant numerous times since April 2024. They have greeted me at the door and have made me feel like I was a real VIP customer. The food has always been delicious , my favorite is the Tuscan Chicken. The bar menu up stairs- Martini's are absolutely fabulous. I look for this to be my hangout meeting spots for business. I appreciate the warm welcoming feeling I get when I visit.“

“We love the food… we eat here often when in Alexandria. Spaghetti Carbonara is one of my favorites! And, my 7-year old grandson gives the kids spaghetti 2 thumbs up!“

“The name and appearance is deceiving. This place is great! I didn’t see any posts or pictures about their pizzas, so I wanted to leave a review. The pizza is the more doughy style but it’s cooked to perfection and really unique toppings. We had the tres amigos pizza. They’re worth trying for sure!“

“On a whim stopped in here to give it a try. Very friendly and attentive staff. Very friendly staff, and Family owned and operated. Really great pizza with real ingredients no harmful chemicals or fake toppings. Very reasonable prices too. Glad to know about this spot. Will def be back!“

“Our favorite in old Town.“

“I ordered a special dish that was not in the menu and I was surprised to experience a restaurant that will cater to what I want to eat. The squid alla marinara pasta sautéed perfectly blended with the right spices and herbs. I tasted basil and it was minty and really satisfied my appetite. Thank you for the extra freshly made bread, salad with the special house sauce + the tiramisu for the dessert. This is my second time to visit this restaurant and I will surely come back the next time we are in the neighborhood. Grazie!!!“

“We go frequently. Love this place and of course tonight did not disappoint! Absolutely delicious. The baked pasta special and my go to gnocchi along with the best Caesar salad always yummy bread snd fantastic tiramisu made for an awesome dinner and night out. Also yummy refreshing cocktails!“

“I had a good time here. Ordered the mozzarella sticks, crispy chicken sandwich, small spicy pizza, and the gyro platter.
I don’t have any complaints. Mozzarella sticks are as you expect it, classic and good. I enjoyed the chicken sandwich. The chicken is on the thinner side so if you prefer it thick, you might want to pass on this one.
My husband liked the spicy pizza. He said it was a bit greasy but that’s what you can expect with all those toppings. The crust is on the thinner side as well.
For the gyro platter, we don’t have anything to compare it to since this was our first time trying gyro. So not too much to say on it except it was good.
They have a bar with 2 tvs that looked like a popular spot when dining alone. Overall good experience, good service, good food.“

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

“2260 Lounge relaxing place to chill it’s setup you basement with big soft couches staff works together to serve you I love the pizza. But if you get sick. Order the chicken and rice soup. Chucks of chicken and rice this make feel better 🙌🤟🙏 they are on the door dash and. Uber eats. If you close give them a call 📞 or there website my top 5 in the DMV. Thanks Dave a good owner. He walk around and talk to the guesstimate

Vegetarian options: They make it for you

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes. Big front door“

“I live 30 miles from Cafe Pizzaiolo so it's not a restaurant I often visit. It is right next to my Volvo dealership in Alexandria, VA. My family really likes it when I take my vehicle in for service. They know I am going to load up on Pizza. I'm from Philly and I am particular about my pizza. They are the best I've found and the service is fantastic.“

“Excellent food; great variety!“

“Stopped in for lunch today. Very quiet as it was right when they opened 11am Sunday. Ruby was our server. She was excellent! Great customer service was observed, not just at my table but the others around me. The food was ok, but the atmosphere was excellent.“

“A wonderful place off the beaten path to enjoy a great dinner, nice bottle of wine and wonderful service! The appetizers, entrees and desserts are all excellent. They make you feel at home and you will not go away hungry. Nice atmosphere for enjoying friends and family or a place to just chill!“

“The Buffalo Chicken pizza and Buffalo wings are delicious!“

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

“Just had an amazing brunch at this great restaurant! The chicken and waffles were the best I've ever had! Highly recommend! 🍽️🍗🧇“

“New Mosaic location just opened and it’s great. The pizza is fantastic, actually cooked with some nice crisp and char like the northern pizza snob in me likes. I also had a chicken parm sub that was fantastic. Haven’t tried the cold subs yet but there’s always tomorrow hah. The location is great on the bend of District Ave looking out down the street and they smartly installed a retractable front wall that can be opened for open air on nice days/evenings (or if Covid decides to play some more games here in the future). Also some select patio seating which is nice as well!“

“We had the brunch buffet here on a Sunday morning. The food choices are limited, but the ambiance was nice and we added on bottomless mimosas for fun. Chef Joe was a pleasure to speak with and he made some banging pasta at the pasta bar. Go give him a visit!“

“The food seem a bit scare. They didn't bring a full bowl of soup. When asked to refill the soup the server brought out a small helping. The server barely came to the table. Asked server to bring soup and salad after the appetizer and she brought out everything at once.🤨“

“Today I visited Paisanos again. In my opinion, the food is excellent and very delicious. I have never had any problems, but I want to highlight that the attention of the cashier Bruno is excellent. There have been several opportunities in which I have been served by Bruno and I have always received the best attention. He is always attentive and fast. His joy and professionalism make him stand out and that gives a plus to the restaurant, many congratulations.“

“This restaurant was in a building next to our hotel in Arlington, so easy to walk to. The ratings on Open Table were better than on Yelp and I think this is because Open Table is more of the dinner crowd vs lunch or breakfast. I am responding for dinner - delicious. Good pasta, pizza (aka flatbread on this menu) and wine. Fun lighting throughout the restaurant, great bar.“

“Magically amazingly terrible experience. A rat crawled up my arm right into my mouth! YUM! It danced in my stomach before being digested.“

“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!“

“All around awesome atmosphere to enjoy with friends and family!“

“I had a bad experience one Friday night, and I thought that this business only cared about making money and didn't care about customers. I even wrote a scathing review as I do when I think a business deserves it. I was wrong.After the owner Dave reached out about my initial review with genuine contrition, I was so moved by his act that I deleted my initial review and rewrote it to reflect the character of this business. Not only did Dave reach out to me once but twice, which tells me that he does in fact care take a pride of ownership in his business. After taking full ownership of that night's fiasco, he explained his dilemma, which amounted to taking on an order that would have (and did) push them beyond their capacity. It was also coupled with his most experienced team moving onto college. To make things right, he was gracious enough to offer me a generous in-store credit equal to what I initially ordered.And these are the businesses that I want to support. They're the ones that aren't always perfect, but who truly strive to be. They're the businesses that take responsibility for when things aren't right and make them right when they're not. They're the ones who care about the business relationship with their customers.Dave - thank you for your professional grace, and thanks for truly showing your focus on your customers. I extend my sincere apologies for being another irate customer that night. You've won a loyal customer and you guys will be my first choice for great food at a great price with great service. Thank you!“

“Superb dining restaurant!“

“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!“

“Major Kudos to Paisano’s Pizza Crystal City for going above and beyond on my Valentines Day Request. The store manager enthusiastically agreed to my request for a heart-shaped pizza. They even added a special message in the box which was a pleasant surprise. And to really make this the best experience, the manager delivered the pizza personally. #bestcustomerserviceever“

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

“Great little spot in Old Town. So many good selections for food it was hard to choose! I got the Italian beef which was a great choice! Can’t wait to go back and try the other ones I couldn’t decide on. If you in the area do yourself a favor and check it out.“

“I am here eating writing this review. Best food in the area. I just moved to Alexandria. This location is 3 minutes from my house. The owner is great. The place is clean which is important. I say that because some places different restaurants bathrooms are not clean or not wearing gloves cooking the food. This place please give your business.“

“Thanksgiving dinner was absolutely amazing! We brought it home and it was hot and I have to say that the cranberry sauce was delicious! Thank you so much for the delicious and super easy dinner! We will definitely be back!“

“Most unique gelato I ever had. But it wasn’t bad! 👍🏻“