50 Best Italian Restaurants near Potomac

“My favorite restaurant is Gregorio"s. The food is delicious served warm, service is delightful and the place is always welcoming. If you are looking for a great meal visit Gegorio's Trattoria .“

“Gregorio’s is somewhere I can always feel at home with friends and family. The food is excellent and the feeling is always welcoming.“

“Went and tried the Italian sub and the meatball today.Absolutely delicious and fresh!“

“Our server, ALIEU, was phenomenal, and the manager, Babaoucar, was incredibly attentive throughout our visit. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed and genuinely cared for.

I especially appreciate that this is a family-owned franchise. You can tell they take pride in their service and go above and beyond to make every guest feel valued.

Although I live in Annapolis, I would gladly make the trip again because the food, customer service, and overall experience were outstanding. The staff worked together seamlessly, and the hospitality was second to none.

Highly recommend this location to anyone looking for great food and exceptional service.“

“Fantastic food all around. I highly recommend this restaurant if you want to have a meal with your family or just hang out with friends and watch a game at the bar. There’s indoor seating and outdoor seating. The staff are great as well. Can’t go wrong when you come here.“

“Great visit for a first timer! Beautiful restaurant, fantastic food and amazing service!“

“Our dinner was just amazing tonight! Everything was so fresh and delicious, and you were all so friendly, thank you so much.“

“Friendly staff -great food !“

“There were eight of us dining, and every single one of us had the most incredible food we have ever eaten. From the appetizers to the main dishes to their specialty drinks. We are a family who enjoys dinners out and by far this has been one of the best so far highly recommend ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Pizza, hot subs, wines etc. All delicious!“

“Came in here for dinner tonight! The burrata salad with the beets and the pear pizza were both AMAZING! bartender was attentive and kind. very good service. impeccable actually. delish. will def be back.“

“Doesn't disappoint from walking in to finished meal. Classic Italian, top notch service, worth every dollar spent.“

“Great service @ DC the seafood appetizer was delicious!“

“Last weekend, I went to a new restaurant near Boqueria Dupont. I felt happy right away. The room was warm. Soft music played. A waiter smiled at me. He took me to my table fast.

First, I had soup. It cost $8. It was hot and tasty. Next, I had chicken and rice. It cost $22. The chicken was very good. For dessert, I had baklava. It cost $6. It was sweet.
The staff were kind. They checked on me two times. They answered all my questions.

When I left, the waiter said thank you. He asked me to come back.
I walked home with a big smile. This was a great meal. I want to go back soon.“

“Gregorio’s is somewhere I can always feel at home with friends and family. The food is excellent and the feeling is always welcoming.“

“Acqua Bistecca was a 10/10 from beginning to end! Everything about this restaurant exceeded my expectations. The atmosphere, aesthetics, service, and food were all outstanding.

Every dish we ordered was delicious. The calamari was perfectly cooked, the pasta was flavorful, the pork chops were excellent, and the Caesar salad was easily one of the best I’ve had an absolute 10/10.

The service made the experience even better. The manager was incredibly kind and welcoming, and our waiter was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had a great time.

If you’re looking for a place to celebrate a birthday, date night, or any special occasion, I highly recommend Acqua Bistecca. I have absolutely no complaints and will definitely be back!“

“excellent food & service & wonderful pasta & wine.“

“Vegan pizza and garlic knots“

“Delicious Food, Divine Wine, Lovely Evening! We shared appetizers, desserts & wine while we visited this wonderful restaurant!“

“If in Washington, D.C. or Arlington County, Virginia, the Italian Store is a cannot miss choice for great subs, sandwiches and pizza“

“The atmosphere and the people who work there were wonderful! The food was amazing as well! I would thoroughly recommend for anyone to try it out you won't be disappointed“

“Amazing food and service!“

“My first time at this restaurant for a fabulous shared birthday party. It was amazing. Not only the party and the staff, but the cuisine! ❤️ The appetizers (some of the freshest, delecate, perfectly prepared calamari), desserts (all amazing), main dishes (I had the salmon...yum!), but that salad dressing!!! It is the most delicious, freshest of flavors! Many of us purchased a bottle to bring home (I live in another state) and enjoy it immensely. i wished I lived nearby. I highly recommend this amazing place!“

“I am from Baltimore and while working in Germantown I wanted something to eat other than fast food. I went into Paisano's around 530pm and was greeted so nicely by a young woman. I did not want a sub because Montgomery Co normally you get a steak um and that is what I am used too. I ordered the chicken Parmigian with pasta. Wow the sauce was amazing, pasta was perfect, the breaded chicken was covered in cheese. The garlic bread was so good. Great price, large portion that I could not finish. I told the girl behind counter that the food was awesome and it made this fatboy happy. I am 6'4 & 280lbs and I wanted to hug everyone but I did not want to scare anyone. Thank you!“

“One of our favorite neighborhood spots. Even if we didn’t live in the neighborhood, we would make our way over here.“

“Fantastic food cooked by award winning chef Roberto Donna. Welcoming owner and friendly atmosphere. Our seafood calamarata and shrimp rice risotto were outstanding.“

“Love this place. Great food and staff“

“We visited for a celebratory lunch today, and Ryan took wonderful care of us! We ordered the focaccia appetizer, one Caesar salad (which we shared), and we each ordered the half-size Fusilli Bolognese. All items were outstanding and Ryan gave us some extra touches to make our event special. We’ll be back for our next celebration!“

“light crust with good crunch“

“GREAT OUTDOOR PATIO, FRIENDLY STAFF, AND EXCELLENT FOOD. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE LAMB BURGER 👍😉“

“Buenísimo!! Excelente hospitalidad por el Dueño Chef Neptaly, sus Socios y por el Chef y Publicista Lara. La comida deliciosa 😋 la atención al cliente fantástica. Y el vino riquísimo! Me encantó el ambiente! Recomiendo este restaurante por su exquisita comida y por todo lo mencionado 😋 Wonderful! Excellent Hospitality by the Owner and Chef Neptaly, the associates, and Chef and Publicist Lara. Client service was fantastic! The wine was delightful! I loved the environment. I will definitely recommend this restaurant for the exquisite food and all mentioned above 😋“

“Yo this burger place definitely surprised me. The burger was juicy, fries were crispy, and the milkshake honestly slapped 😂. Food quality was easily the best part of the whole experience. Service was still solid but the wait time took a little longer than expected during dinner rush. Atmosphere was fun though and the restaurant felt clean and comfortable. Definitely coming back because the food alone was worth it 🍔🔥🥤“

“The service is warm and pleasantly engaging and the food and beverages are outstanding. What’s not to love about Lupo?“

“VERY nice neighborhood restaurant--with good food and friendly staff and customers. Everyone nearby should come by and check them out!“

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“Food was excellent, the lobster ravioli. Service was excellent. The party of 20 seated next to me was inconsiderately loud, especially the female who looked to be the host. She spoke much louder than necessary. But, perhaps she is deaf herself so I must be considerate in my evaluation of her. Her loud voice drowned out the others at her table. I barely heard the rest of them.“

“Great food! Fast and attentive service! Clean and pleasant environment!“

“Food was fabulous. Our table had the pizza, gnocchi and a seafood dish. All were spectacular. The service was awesome. Will definitely come back.“

“Our first visit to Cafe Renaissance and will not be our last. Wonderful staff, menu and food. The wine list is extensive and overall dining experience could not have been better; it was a super evening.“

“I’ve been obsessed with this place for years. Every time I visit the Tysons area, I make sure to stop by. Every salad, sub, pizza, and even minestrone soup I've tried has been delicious. Shout out to anyone who remembers the sister restaurant called Amaretti’s.“

“Delicious food. We just had our dinner delivered to the pool. Lasagna, Broccoli, Caesar Salad. The family raved about it and had 3+ servings, kids included.“

“Now THIS is a sandwich! The semolina sesame bread is only made better by the STACK of meat they generously pile on, plus all the toppings. I had the roast beef and turkey, and my friend had the eggplant parm… both fanTAStic. Regret I have to drive all the way from Fairfax to get here (we don’t have good sandwich places in the Frfx Sta/Burke area), but I will just to try everything on the menu. Special thanks to the guys who run it - they obviously enjoy people & their job - their friendliness is big enough to fill their small establishment. Take your appetite and GO!“

“Great food and service! Will keep on going back.“

“great sausage and pepper pizza!“

“The pasta dishes are excellent! Gluten-free alternative penne pasta was quite yummy. I love their tangy red sauce. The eggplant parmesan was divine! And drinks are poured generously. My personal favorite was the Manhattan. Regretfully I forgot to take photos.“

“Olazzo catered a recent birthday party for us. Everything about the experience was first rate. Scott Crivella was extremely helpful in finagling the menu. The food was delivered right on time and was ready to serve. Our guests were delighted with the chicken Marsala, mango salmon, penne marinara, antipasto platter and bruschetta. Everything was delicious and the servings were very generous. We were extremely pleased.“

“We were in Gaithersburg for a soccer tournament with our son. We googled nearby Italian restaurants and stumbled upon Il pizzico. Being of Sicilian descent, I noticed they had some familiar foods you can’t just get anywhere and made a reservation. What a pleasant surprise! From the carpaccio and arancini appetizers, pasta and risotto to the gelato and cannoli desserts, everything was 5 stars. We will be back in the spring!“

“Wonderful experience. Great neighborhod restaurant.Good service, great food, handicap accessable, lots of parking, fair prices.“

“Paisano’s Pizza has a really welcoming and relaxed atmosphere that makes it a great place to sit down and enjoy a meal. The restaurant has a classic neighborhood pizza-shop feel where the staff are friendly and attentive, which makes the whole experience even better. The service is quick and organized, and the food always comes out hot and fresh. The pizza tastes great with a well-made crust and fresh toppings. Overall, Paisano’s Pizza is a great spot with great food, good service, and a comfortable atmosphere that makes you want to come back. 🍕👍“

“Today Italian Gourmet was amazing getting a tray of sandwiches ready in very short time. They are the best!“