Federico Ristorante Italiano

$$ • Italian, Bars, Vegan

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519 23rd St S, Arlington
(703) 486-0519

About Federico Ristorante Italiano

Federico Ristorante Italiano is a cozy Italian restaurant with a warm, old-school ambiance featuring red and white tablecloths. The staff is attentive and friendly, making guests feel welcomed and cared for, especially regular customers. The menu offers classic Italian dishes, including the delicious fettuccine chicken alfredo and tasty house salad. The Chicken Cacciatore stands out, with silky smooth chicken and spaghetti in a simple yet divine sauce. The restaurant also serves a variety of cocktails, such as the Godfather Cocktail and espresso martinis.

Visitors have praised the calamari as surprisingly good and enjoyed the light, flavorful fettuccine Alfredo. The decor resembles a traditional Italian dining room, and there is a sheltered patio area that adds to the cozy atmosphere. The restaurant offers a special brunch menu for $30, which includes a choice of mimosa or house wine, an appetizer, a second course, and dessert. The portions are generous, and the food is served quickly. Customers have noted that the chicken parm is large enough to take home leftovers, making dinner even better. The service is extremely friendly, and the owner is very customer-oriented.

Overall, Federico Ristorante Italiano consistently receives praise for its amazing, fabulous, and exceptional food, with standout dishes like cannolis, lasagna, and spaghetti and meatballs. It is known as one of the best feel-good Italian restaurants in the DMV, serving classic dishes with great flavors and quality ingredients. The atmosphere is casual and inviting, perfect for both indoor and outdoor seating. The restaurant provides a pleasant dining experience with excellent food and top-notch service.

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I rarely write reviews, but my family and I had such a wonderful experience that I wanted to share it. We reserved a table for 6 for a birthday dinner for my brother and his family. The Waiter was superb, filling glasses each time they became even a bit low and promptly attending to us throughout our visit. He was very knowledgeable about everything on the menu and had a fun sense of humor as well. The food was delicious. From the Bruschetta appetizer to our entrees, which ranged...read full review

Food was delicious! I ordered through Grub Hub. I made a mistake, unknowingly, in my order and the staff at Federico’s called me to double check my order to make sure it was correct before making it. I received my order in perfect condition. It was super delicious like usual. Highly recommend!

Love coming here when visiting my Uncle John (Tieso) and family. The atmosphere,wait staff and food is simply nothing short of amazing 😊

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Hours

Monday 3:30 - 9PM
Tuesday 3:30 - 9PM
Wednesday 3:30 - 9PM
Thursday 3:30 - 9PM
Friday 11AM - 10PM
Saturday 11AM - 10PM
Sunday 11AM - 9PM
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