This place is absolutely disgusting. Calamari came out soggy and cold. Got veal piccata... Don't even get me started just enjoy the pictures I am going to leave... There is supposed to be sauce... Picture comparison of their site vs what you actually get! Called to tell them my order was messed up. Person on the phone cursed me out.
Overall a dreadful establishment with clearly dreadful owners who don't know the first thing about preparing good food.
Wouldnt give this trash to my dog.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Dr. Maximilian Chmielinski
The food is great, the portions are amazing, and the consistency has remained excellent for the three years I have lived in Reston!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robby Willey
This was my parents' favourite neighborhood restaurant and it's quickly become one of mine too! Family owned & operated, the team takes the time to get to know you during your visits. The portions are overwhelming; you get so much for your money, there's plenty to share or for a second meal at home. The Italian-inspired fare is superb...and Cantina makes what is honestly one of the best spicy marinara sauces I've ever tasted. Sneaky good craft beer selection too! Will visit again (and again).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Susie Landrum
Great delivery experience! All the food arrived fresh and so hot it was still steaming. Even mussels! Normally I wouldn’t order something like mussels as a delivery item but it’s my daughter’s favorite and she was home for only one night. Big portion and still steaming when she opened the container! Large Caesar salad was enough for 4 people to have side salads and the fettuccine bolognese was a generous portion that came with 2 large pieces of bread the size of 2 sub rolls. Would order again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Kiran
Had the Pasta Arabiatta, Pizza and a specialty creamy Pasta with veggies. Finished with the chocolate moose cake. The food was very fresh and very well made! Service was very nice! The Bread was delicious with butter, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Recommend highly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jim Joseph
Amazing food! Family friendly owners and atmosphere. Been there forever… Highly recommend it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lady Lockjaw
Food was nasty, nothing amazing. Service was really bad, the waiter was just slow and not attentive. I think they only have one cook and one waiter, food took forever to come out, we spent like two hours there waiting for dinner on a monday night. The waiter was just the worst ever! We went on 7/7/25 and the guy was some middle age dude with dark hair and a bald spot on the back of his head, he was loud and was wearing founding fathers shoes year 1600 style pilgrim shoes and black pants with a strange dirty spot on the crotch area.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Altioc
My gnocchi was great, thr portions were extremely generous and our waiter was very welcoming and friendly. Atmosphere was a bit old fashioned but that's more of a personal preference. I'd absolutely come back again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary Messner
Wonderful service and fabulous food. Large servings and good pricing. We will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ann M
This restaurant gives the family vibe. The wait staff is very straightforward and funny. He definitely is an experienced staff. The food (main dishes) is just outstanding. Very nicely flavored and there is such a depth in the sauce. Every dish has its own character and the portions are big. You will leave the restaurant full, happy and satisfied.
I love the local atmosphere, food and people. Best. Keep up the good job
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mau-En Lee
Always a great meal at Cantina d'Italia
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jared Andrews
The best, by far, Italian restaurant in NOVA. If you want to feel welcome, eat amazing Italian food, and go home with leftovers (sometimes because the portions are big😉) go here. I dine at Eddie Vs, Capital Grill, Patsys etc. This is my family of 4 go to Italian. 12 and 4 year old favorite restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Virginia Johnson
Really good food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Miguel Gonzalez
This delightful restaurant, conveniently located not far from Dulles Airport, is a must-visit whether you're exploring the area or simply in search of a great dining spot. The space is clean, the portions are generous, and the prices are refreshingly reasonable.
The service was excellent—attentive and well-informed about the menu—offering plenty of options to make our dining experience truly enjoyable. With its tasty dishes, welcoming atmosphere, and fair pricing, this hidden gem is a standout. I’d happily return whenever I’m in the Herndon, VA, or DC area!
THEY CALL THEMSELVES FINE DINING???????
This place is absolutely disgusting. Calamari came out soggy and cold. Got veal piccata... Don't even get me started just enjoy the pictures I am going to leave... There is supposed to be sauce...
Picture comparison of their site vs what you actually get!
Called to tell them my order was messed up. Person on the phone cursed me out.
Overall a dreadful establishment with clearly dreadful owners who don't know the first thing about preparing good food.
Wouldnt give this trash to my dog.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The food is great, the portions are amazing, and the consistency has remained excellent for the three years I have lived in Reston!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was my parents' favourite neighborhood restaurant and it's quickly become one of mine too! Family owned & operated, the team takes the time to get to know you during your visits. The portions are overwhelming; you get so much for your money, there's plenty to share or for a second meal at home. The Italian-inspired fare is superb...and Cantina makes what is honestly one of the best spicy marinara sauces I've ever tasted. Sneaky good craft beer selection too! Will visit again (and again).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great delivery experience! All the food arrived fresh and so hot it was still steaming. Even mussels! Normally I wouldn’t order something like mussels as a delivery item but it’s my daughter’s favorite and she was home for only one night. Big portion and still steaming when she opened the container! Large Caesar salad was enough for 4 people to have side salads and the fettuccine bolognese was a generous portion that came with 2 large pieces of bread the size of 2 sub rolls. Would order again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Had the Pasta Arabiatta, Pizza and a specialty creamy Pasta with veggies. Finished with the chocolate moose cake. The food was very fresh and very well made! Service was very nice! The Bread was delicious with butter, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Recommend highly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food! Family friendly owners and atmosphere. Been there forever… Highly recommend it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was nasty, nothing amazing. Service was really bad, the waiter was just slow and not attentive. I think they only have one cook and one waiter, food took forever to come out, we spent like two hours there waiting for dinner on a monday night. The waiter was just the worst ever! We went on 7/7/25 and the guy was some middle age dude with dark hair and a bald spot on the back of his head, he was loud and was wearing founding fathers shoes year 1600 style pilgrim shoes and black pants with a strange dirty spot on the crotch area.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
My gnocchi was great, thr portions were extremely generous and our waiter was very welcoming and friendly. Atmosphere was a bit old fashioned but that's more of a personal preference. I'd absolutely come back again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful service and fabulous food. Large servings and good pricing. We will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This restaurant gives the family vibe. The wait staff is very straightforward and funny. He definitely is an experienced staff.
The food (main dishes) is just outstanding. Very nicely flavored and there is such a depth in the sauce. Every dish has its own character and the portions are big. You will leave the restaurant full, happy and satisfied.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
I love the local atmosphere, food and people. Best. Keep up the good job
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always a great meal at Cantina d'Italia
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best, by far, Italian restaurant in NOVA. If you want to feel welcome, eat amazing Italian food, and go home with leftovers (sometimes because the portions are big😉) go here. I dine at Eddie Vs, Capital Grill, Patsys etc. This is my family of 4 go to Italian. 12 and 4 year old favorite restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really good food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This delightful restaurant, conveniently located not far from Dulles Airport, is a must-visit whether you're exploring the area or simply in search of a great dining spot. The space is clean, the portions are generous, and the prices are refreshingly reasonable.
The service was excellent—attentive and well-informed about the menu—offering plenty of options to make our dining experience truly enjoyable. With its tasty dishes, welcoming atmosphere, and fair pricing, this hidden gem is a standout. I’d happily return whenever I’m in the Herndon, VA, or DC area!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Calamari Fritti, Fried Mozzarella, Spaghetti Carbonara, Fettuccine Mediterranean, Cheese Sticks
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