La Fiamma Italian Kitchen
6124 Franconia Rd, Alexandria
(703) 922-6222
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My husband took me here for my birthday. First time for both of us. Neither one of our orders can put correct. The atmosphere was meh. There was only one stall for the women’s bathroom and it’s a pretty large restaurant. They seemed to get busy but we will not be returning. So many other great local options besides this one.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Sharon was a great server and attentive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I first experienced La Fiamma when a friend had ordered a pizza and pasta dish to go. He was raving about it, and after trying the take out- I had to come see for myself. I went about a week later with my daughter who is very picky when it comes to food, (esp Italian food). From the initial host stand to the fresh bread and quick drinks, we were both very impressed with the overall experience. Every complaint you may have of a restaurant or the service industry is easily prevented by La Fiamma. You can tell they work hard on training their employees and instilling passion in their food/ambience. 5 stars all the way, and can't wait to come to brunch! This is a place where I know I can order anything from the menu and be happy...my kind of place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We have been coming here for over 30 years (even when it was owned by others) and have loved coming here until today, Mothers Day 2026. They announced there would be no reservations for today, which only lead to the atmosphere being 100% absolute CHAOS. There were so many families in the small waiting area, the noise level was completely overstimulating and we couldn’t hear each other at our table, and the lines for the buffet itself were long. Not to mention the poor wait staff - our entire section only had one person assigned to the entire area! She kept apologizing for the long waits - it definitely was not her fault! She was lovely, just clearly overworked. Please please PLEASE go back to reservations, it was so much more enjoyable for brunch!!!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful eatery with a bottomless brunch to die for. Great service and warm hospitality are evident the moment you walk in. Will definitely go back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dave Portnoy would not approve!
Ordered a cheese pizza and what I recieved was a soupy slop of cheese and crust. Undercarriage was soaked and floppy beyond belief. They couldn't even be bothered to cut the pizza into somewhat similar slice sizes..
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I came in, waited 5 minutes for the host, a couple of servers saw me, the restaurant was empty, and no one came to seat us. So we left.
The Lasagna Genovese was the best lasagna I’ve had! Please keep it on the menu!!!
Food: 5
Great little place. High quality for the prices. Lucky to have it in our neighborhood
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really great spot! Great ambiance, felt very clean and food was spot-on. Kids area had so many tables and also a TV! Very nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This place is incredible value and is a must-go if you haven't been. They have a carving station (meats rotate, but usually beef roast when I've been), a salad bar, great entree selection (beef, chicken, ceviche (Calamari and shrimp), Spiced Shrimp (old bay) already peeled with tail on, breakfast items (bacon, eggs, sausage, lox, and more. They have a great pasta station with your choice of meatballs, shrimp, chicken, meat sauce, alfredo, garlic sauce, and many fresh topping options. The dessert bar is also awesome, featuring fresh fruit (usually pineapple, watermelon, strawberries, mandarin oranges), delicious chocolate layer cake, chocolate chip & shortbread cookies, cheesecake, etc. Oh and by the way, they also serve pepperoni and cheese pizza fresh their wood-fired oven that you can see on your right when you walk in the front door. Easily one of the best buffets I've ever been to.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I want to start by saying the food was good and the service was friendly, which makes this even more disappointing.
While I was eating my pasta, I suddenly found a small piece of aluminum wire from a kitchen scrubbing sponge in my food. It was literally mixed in with the pasta. I had already taken several bites before noticing it, which honestly made me feel repulsed.
Things like this shouldn’t happen in a restaurant kitchen. A small metal wire like that could easily be swallowed and cause serious harm.
Again, the staff was nice and the food tasted good, but finding metal in your meal completely ruins the experience and raises serious concerns about kitchen quality control.
I hope the restaurant takes this seriously and reviews their cleaning procedures, because something like this should never end up on a customer’s plate.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Date Night? No problem, they have a baby sister here!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Easy to get to, food was great and the service was better. Felt like the portions were a great size because I am a big eater. Nice to have this place close by.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Authentic Italian dinners with the friendliest service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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