Trattoria Da Franco Ristorante
$$$$ • Italian
Hours:
305 S Washington St, Alexandria
(703) 548-9338
About Trattoria Da Franco Ristorante
Customers' Favorites
Linguini Carbonara
Spinach Ravioli
Squid as Food
Garlic Bread
Veal Marsala
Tiramisu
Escargot
Lasagna
Cannoli
Gnocchi
Recent Reviews
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 4 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 4 - 10PM |
| Friday | 4 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 4 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 4 - 10PM |
Trattoria Da Franco Ristorante is a friendly and warm place to dine, often considered a hidden gem for Italian food. The food is excellent and delicious, with fresh, homemade pasta and amazing sauce. A favorite appetizer is the Mozzarella in Carozza, and the best lasagna in town can be found here. The Bucatini Carbonara has been praised as the best carbonara of 2025 by one foodie, while other popular dishes include veal saltimbocca, Penne Quattro Formaggi, and cannoli for dessert. The tiramisu is the best some have ever had. The service is top notch and the staff is lovely. The waiter is super nice, friendly, and attentive, giving great suggestions. A young bus boy constantly goes out of his way to help customers with kindness. The Chef is also extremely kind and friendly. The ambience is cozy, especially in the room with a fireplace in the winter. While a little pricey, the quality makes it totally worth it. However, one diner found the seafood pasta special, Cleopatra, overpriced with tiny, overcooked mussels. Despite this, the restaurant remains a go-to spot for guests in from out of town.