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    Acqua Al 2

    4.0 (133 reviews)
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Tredell D.

    I went to Acqua al 2 for Valentine's Day, and it was absolutely amazing. We chose their special dining experience, and it honestly exceeded expectations. They had everything set up beautifully--separate tables for two, a rose on the table, candlelight, and elegant touches that made the whole night feel intimate and special. The food was delicious--so good it's hard to even put into words. Every course felt thoughtfully prepared and worth savoring. You can tell they put real care into both the presentation and the flavor. Whether you go solo, with friends, or with your partner, this is definitely a go-to spot. Great atmosphere, incredible food, and an experience that actually feels memorable. Highly recommend.

    Gillian E.

    The service here is always impeccable. However, the food disappointed me this time around. I came 3 years ago for a birthday dinner and it was such a spectacular experience all around. I can't help but feel the food has fallen off some since then. The asparagus and bean sides did not wow, and the 2 seafood pastas (one was the special) we got were very bland. The noodles of the lamb ragu were delicious and definitely homemade. The risotto was my favorite dish. Big fan of the beef carpaccio as well. Nothing to complain about with the spinach radicchio ricotta balls. The florentine steak special really needs to be served with flakey salt like their sister restaurant in Italy does. Flawless wine list and cocktails. Still a lovely spot for special occasions!

    Spaghetti a la vongole
    Sara Z.

    I booked this restaurant for my anniversary and was very pleasantly surprised. It's a great special occasion option. It is a busy spot, and can be loud right by the entrance, but was quiet at our table. The ambience is great, very romantic. They have a great wine list and cocktail list. I got a glass of white which was great and paired well with the rest of my meal. The food was great. We started with the burrata special with grapefruit, honey and pistachios. It was absolutely amazing, we devoured it. I also loved the bread (and it was free!) and it kept flowing. For my main, I got the spaghetti a la vongole. It was so delicious, very well-balanced, buttery (but not oily) and the clams were great. There was plenty of bread to sop up all of that great sauce. For dessert, I got the tiramisu. It was so good, one of the best I have had in a long time. And since it was our anniversary, the desserts came out with a candle. Our server also brought us a small bag of biscotti which was a great touch.

    Lurine J.

    I really wanted to give this place five stars as I was super excited to finally try this restaurant. My husband and I have been to Annapolis multiple times. We passed by this restaurant pretty often and really weren't quite certain what it was. This past weekend he and I decided that we were going to try a new Italian restaurant in our favorite city in Maryland, Annapolis. The waitress we had was wonderful. She did an excellent job explaining everything to us. The problem started when she went over the specials, I decided to go with a seafood special that included pasta. However, when it came out to me, it was risotto, not pasta. My husband decided to take my food and eat it, rather than send it back and it have to be re-cooked or who knows what. He said it was pretty good. The scallops were cooked to perfection and the pieces of lobster that were in the risotto were very good. When the waitress came back, we brought it to her attention and you could tell she was pissed for us. She then brought out a small piece of Cheesecake. That was really nice of her, like I said you could tell she was upset. The order was not put together the way she sent it in. My husband and I didn't make a fuss over the order being incorrect. In fact he is a real MVP for eating the risotto. My husband's food on the other hand was delicious. His pasta was perfect. It was fresh and the sauce on it, was delicious and it was not a large portion. We both had a drink. the bread was delicious and the ambience in the restaurant was amazing. I don't think I will go back only because I do believe there are other places to try and the prices were pretty expensive. My hubby and I will definitely spend money on food, but I have been to nicer places and not spent quite as much on pasta. 3 1/2 stars.

    Tasting of 4 desserts
    Jordan U.

    This used to be my favorite Italian restaurant in DC until they closed so I was so glad to hear they reopened in Annapolis! My husband and I made the drive for a date night and were so glad we did. We started off with the baked ricotta and cheese balls that were to die for. So cheesy and saucy. Was a great way to start the meal. When then split the penne alla vodka and steak trio with asparagus. All three were delicious. The penne alla vodka was so cheesy and flavorful, maybe the best I've had! The steaks were all cooked to a perfect medium rare, as requested. We made sure to save room for dessert and split the dessert sampler which was a fabulous choice! You had the ability to try a little bit of everything and all 4 were delectable! The staff was very attentive, knowledgeable and kind. We will be back!

    Who wants Italian food?!
    Jeff B.

    Sometimes you just need a place 'with a tablecloth'. Had enough of takeaway and fastish food. This is the real deal. Delicious food professionals serving ... great place for special occasions including 'just a good meal without hassle!' Fresh ingredients and nice decor ... alas not the dessert menu for me , not choco centric enuff! And no cannoli

    Chilean Seabass
    Kendall W.

    The Chilean sea bass was hands down the best thing I tried -- cooked perfectly with a super flaky, buttery inside and a nice crispy edge. It had this light, fresh flavor that didn't need a ton of extras to shine, and every bite just melted in my mouth. You can tell they really know how to handle their seafood here. The lobster and shrimp risotto was... fine. The seafood tasted fresh, and it was creamy like you'd expect, but it didn't wow me the way the sea bass did. Solid, but not something I'd come back just for.

    Espresso Martini
    Marlo J.

    This place was a nice vibe! I loved the ambiance. I walked into this restaurant on a whim and sat at the bar. Now, the bartender closer to me wasn't paying me any attention at first but we were all good once the other bartender came over to assist me. They started me off wit the bread and olive oil. I wasn't the biggest fan. The Espresso martini was pretty good. I ordered the Pici alla Fiaccheraia, which was tasty. The pasta itself was thick and the sauce was spicy with a hint of garlic. I also ordered the Filetto al Mirtillo, a filet mignon covered in a blueberry reduction. I was surely surprised. It was the bomb. At first, I was hesitant hearing the flavors but it did not disappoint. I was so intrigued. I actually can't wait to come back and try the steak again.

    Espresso Martini (house specialty).
    Paul N.

    I was passing by and noticed the beautiful bar. I stopped in for one of their premier cocktails. Their Espresso Martini is made with in-house homemade coffee liqueur. It is excellent!

    The chilean Seabass special was amazing, a bit pricy to be a regular eat out location. But perfect for a date night out or special occasion

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    Great food, great service, great ambience! Would definitely recommend giving this place a try.

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    Been here a few times and have a lovely experience each time. Food is delicious, service is wonderful and it's a great location.

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    Delicious food and great date place. The speakesy downstairs is really cool too! Great drinks and decent wine available.

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