50 Best Italian Restaurants near Fairfax Station

“good food and good employees 👌“

“absolutely EXCELLENT staff, great food with unique options and plenty of seating! I had the breakfast lasagna and I enjoyed every bite, wouldn't change a thing.“

“When we stepped in the building I forgot my wallet and they told us it’s okay and that we could pay afterwards so we took their word and we had their motzerall sticks and bread and their bread was amazing idk what they did with it but it was amazing and all the staff were very helpful and kind“

“Amazing food great atmosphere and they except reservations“

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

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

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

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

“The food was amazing, the husband and I shared an order of spaghetti and sausage, fried zucchini, and garlic knots. Everything was very good but the garlic knots are out of this world.“

“Excellent place to dine. Very fresh food. Some of the best tasting Italian i’ve had. Also not too expensive. The wine is great too! Great restaurant!“

“Ida was our waitress. She was genuinely caring and sensitive to our situation of just losing a brother. She was helpful with menu items and offered hugs of comfort and care. I can’t say enough about her extra-ordinary care and attention to our large table. We all love her and will certainly be back for sure. Thank you for your prayers, love, and empathy regarding our loss. Idayou are truly a God-send this day especially. Thank you, The Eichlers and The Stewarts 7/2/2024“

“We love this place, never a bad meal! Made from scratch. We’ve been dining here for over 7 years! 🥗 🍝“

“I have always loved the food! But the customer service is amazing too. Thank you so much for having great food great staff and great prices!“

“This establishment is outstanding and the service is exemplary. Jenn our bartender was attentive and on point. Highly recommend!“

“Enjoyed the food immensely!“

“The best pizza I've had in this area. What a hidden gem this place is!!“

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

“Great venue and great staff and food.“

“excellent restaurant with great service & excellent prices on great food and I really appreciate the excellent service and my meal I had there very nice family restaurant.“

“All of it but my favorite is the meatballs and sauce.“

“Not a chain style pizza. Local owned. Food is made fresh to order.“

“love the food, great staff always making sure everything is good. our favorite pizza place. Come for food, leave as a friend 🧡“

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

“I’ve been coming to Luciano’s in Oakton for years, and it never disappoints! This place has been a staple for me whenever I’m craving authentic Italian food, and their pizza is hands down some of the best in the area.

Incredible Pizza – The cheese pizza is a Must-Try

I’ve tried just about everything on the menu, but I always come back to their White/Cheese Pizza—it’s absolutely perfect. The crust is just the right balance of crispy and chewy, and the combination of garlic, olive oil, pecorino, and mozzarella makes it rich and flavorful without being too heavy. If you haven’t tried it, you’re missing out!

Great Ice Cream & A Solid Wine Selection

After a great meal, I always make room for their ice cream—it’s smooth, creamy, and a perfect way to end dinner. They also have a decent wine selection, and while it’s not the most extensive, they’ve picked quality wines that pair well with their dishes. A glass of wine with a fresh pizza or pasta dish just hits differently!

Warm Atmosphere & Friendly Staff

One of the reasons I keep coming back is the consistency—the food is always great, and the service is warm and welcoming. Whether I’m grabbing a casual dinner, dining with family, or just stopping in for a quick bite, Luciano’s always feels like home.

If you’re in the Vienna/Oakton area and love Italian food, this is the spot. After all these years, it’s still one of my favorites, and I don’t see that changing anytime soon!“

“I’ve been coming here for years and always had a great experience. They serve some of the best Italian dishes in all on Northern VA. The place is really clean and the staff are very friendly. It seems to be a favorite spot for locals with a very family friendly vibe. I really like their fettuccine Alfredo with chicken and the Pollo Bryan. The calamari here is excellent at well. On Monday nights, they have a large 3 topping pizza for only $11.99 which is an amazing deal for a high quality brick oven pizza. They also have prime rib on Wednesday nights which I love to get too. Whenever I meet up with friends at Giradinos, they all say that the food is great too. I need to try some more of their entrees but it’s hard to when I really love getting what I’m used to. Highly recommend this place if you love Italian dishes, brick oven pizza and some good wine.“

“Excellent food and the owner aims to please her customers!“

“absolutely EXCELLENT staff, great food with unique options and plenty of seating! I had the breakfast lasagna and I enjoyed every bite, wouldn't change a thing.“

“light crust with good crunch“

“Thank you so much to Martha, Tom, Jason, Sarah, and the entire team who made my gathering at Alta today so special!! Martha really went above and beyond by arranging to have the surprise decor, balloon bouquet, and party favors for my guests and me! I was so overwhelmed by her thoughtfulness.“

“Great Pizza! Nice customer service!“

“Cafe Renaissance has been our important event restaurant for the past 15 years. It has never failed to give us a very rewarding experience from its excellent food and the classy ambiance. Highly recommended!“

“This is only the 2nd time I've been to an Olive Garden and I have to say that for a chain restaurant, I am pleasantly surprised. I mean, this isn't your Italian grandma's Sunday supper with gravy or marinara smothering everything but this is tasty food, executed exactly as described and if you like endless soup, salad, soda and bread sticks, then this is your lucky day. The servers are friendly, attentive and efficient. So, whether it's a mid-week break from cooking or somebody'“

“I came here for a business dinner with a group of 5. \n\nAll of us had a good experience with our food. The wine menu was an okay size too. \n\nAs someone with celiac disease, I appreciated that they had gluten free bread and pasta options. They took safety precautions, so I didn't have cross contamination and didn't get sick. The food was good too. \n\nYou might have a challenge finding parking here, so you may need to circle the parking lot a few times. But the food was good, the atmosphere was a business casual style, our waiter was busy but still kept up with our needs, and I would go back again.“

“My favorite pizza place.They know what I want. Great customer service too.“

“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!“

“it's nothing at all like a NY pizza dough is not hand tossed . It's basically like any chain style pizza . service was quick and cooked properly. typical pizza for a kids party etc .“

“I have been going to this location since it opened, and was excited when they came back, I missed the Rte 1 location at the corner of Telegraph so much. The food is as good as it ever was, a family favorite, this trip I got the Metro Sub and a cheese pizza. The family agrees with me, delicious!!!!!“

“I love coming in here especially when Evelyn is working. She is always so kind and helpful, she really makes this store feel like such a warm environment, Javier is another families face I see when i pick up, it’s obvious that he really loves his job and he is commuted to what he does, it’s rare that you see a boy his age be such a hard worker. Paisanos is definitely my favourite pizza in town, the employees are just an extra plus.“

“Only problem so far is fire alarm went off at 430am“

“Loved my experience here! I always come to this restaurant as it isn't too expensive and the food is delicious. I love getting the chicken alfredo pasta and the mozarella bites those are amazing! The waiters are so nice as well and are very patient. Overall I would definitely recommend!“

“My happy place, excellent service always, Maria handles everything true boss lady. Personal favorite is the roasted veg pizza, calamari is always tender, pasta dishes, al dente perfect perfection .Amazing smile amazing food must try if you haven’t already.“

“Great food craft cocktails excellent service contrary to some review. One of the best I have eaten at in N VA!“

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My footlong sandwich was only $11.43, and it was worth every penny!

I had the best Philly Cheesesteak hot, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The steak melted in my mouth, and the caramelized onions paired perfectly with the gooey cheese. To top it all off, Nick surprised me with a complimentary slice of cheesecake! The service was friendly and welcoming, making the whole experience even better.

Highly recommend checking this place out amazing food and even better vibes!“

“The branzino was fresh and deliciously prepared. The accompanying bread was freshly baked. I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“This is the best Ledo's Pizza in the area. I live in Arlington and only get my Ledo's Pizza at the Fairfax location. Muhammad always makes you feel like you're part of the family. Makes your pizza exactly the way you ask for it to be made.“

“We’ve lived in Woodbridge for 3.5 years and just found out about Presto, it’s hands down the best pizza we’ve had in the area. The service was great and we can’t wait to go back.“

“The food is outstanding! All made fresh and so delicious. Family owned and very friendly. The calamari was perfectly cooked and had a beautiful dusting as opposed to a heavily breaded crust. The grilled octopus was tender and flavorful. We’ve sat both outside in the relaxing courtyard and inside the casual restaurant. This restaurant beats the food at Old Town’s Greek restaurants. Highly recommend this place!!“

“We placed a catering order for a school-based event and had a great experience! The team was flexible and accommodated all of our needs (e.g., two delivery times across a multi-hour event). Management was very responsive to calls and emails. Deliveries were on-the-dot punctual, pizza was hot and tasty, and the drivers were friendly. Would definitely recommend!“