Restaurant Week introduced me to Tosca, and honestly, I probably would've never discovered this…read morerestaurant otherwise. What a find! The Restaurant Week menu had a nice variety with something for everybody. I started with their version of a salad that started with an "M" and it was SO good, while my friend had the gazpacho. For our next course, I went with the branzino and my friend got the salmon. Both dishes were flavorful, well made, and beautifully presented. Dessert was another 10/10. I had the tiramisu and my friend had the sorbet. But we HAVE to talk about the homemade focaccia rolls! They almost have the shape and feel of a muffin, with these seasoned tomatoes baked into the middle. When you bite into it, the tomatoes create this delicious, almost saucy center. So good and definitely memorable. The restaurant itself has a cozy ambiance, beautiful mirrors, and it's quiet enough that you can actually sit and have a conversation. Everything was very clean, and the service was prompt throughout our entire meal. Thankful for Restaurant Week for putting Tosca on my radar because I literally would've never noticed it otherwise. Definitely a hidden gem for me and somewhere I'd return to!

I had a fairly uncomfortable experience here. I arrived with my baby and the host looked at me in a…read morevery unfriendly way, almost like I didn't belong there. I was simply dressed in jeans and a jacket because it was very cold outside. The food was good and the service from the server was okay, but what really surprised me was that towards the end of my meal I asked where the restroom was and the server asked me If I would like to pay first as if I were to just get up and run out with my baby. Unfortunately, the way I was treated made the experience feel very uncomfortable. I hope the restaurant can improve on how they welcome guests.

A Hidden Gem for Classic Italian Comfort Food! ​…read more​If you are looking for an authentic, old-school Italian dining experience that feels like a warm embrace, look no further! My wife and I stopped in for dinner on a Monday evening, and it completely exceeded our expectations. ​The atmosphere is wonderfully quaint and cozy, capturing that classic neighborhood Italian restaurant vibe that is so hard to find these days. Because we visited on a Monday, the dining room wasn't overly busy, making for a peaceful, relaxed, and intimate dinner. ​The food was absolute perfection from start to finish: ​The Chicken Francaise: My wife ordered this, and it was exceptional--light, tender, and bathed in a perfectly balanced, flavorful lemon-butter sauce. ​The Meat Lasagna: I had the lasagna, and it was pure comfort food heaven. Rich, hearty, layered with quality cheese, and savory meat sauce that tasted like it had been simmering all day. ​Beyond our meals, we were really impressed by the extensive menu and the enticing selection of daily specials. Best of all, the prices are remarkably reasonable for the generous portions and high quality you receive. ​If you appreciate traditional Italian cooking, warm ambiance, and incredible value, this place is a must-visit. We will definitely be back the next time we are in town!

I am a pasta lover and I am always ready to give a new place a try. After work I walked over a…read moremile to get to this place and I am happy I did. The place is a small family restaurant and it's charming. The waiter met me at the door and began a small conversation as he walked me to my table. He came back and asked if I had been there before? I said no and he introduced himself and said his mom is the cook and owner. He was very proud of his family history. Very cool and polite. I ordered the spaghetti and meat ball's, coconut drink, and dessert. The spaghetti was made fresh and the meat balls were so tasty. B grade spaghetti and A+ on meatballs! The coconut drink was refreshing. B grade. The pistachio cake was flavorful and the design on the cake was cool. A grade The kindness of the waiter, family story, pride in what he does, and those meatballs will definitely bring me back. When I go back meatball sub all the way. Try this place it's solid.

Stopped into Ella's Wood-Fired Pizza while out and about in DC and decided to order the eggplant…read more(Melanzane) pizza. It was a really interesting American-style twist on the classic dish, but honestly? It worked well! The crust had that signature wood-fired char and the pie was super generously topped. Wait times were a little on the longer side, but once the hot pizza hit the table, it was totally worth it. Great spot if you're craving a well-made pizza!

We got a Margherita and a BBQ Chicken pizza along with a Pollo Linguine and we killed it. My kids…read moreabsolutely loved being able to see the wood fire oven and getting to see the process of their food! If the empty plates don't say it the food is great. We were served by all the staff, even the manager and not because anyone was slacking, but just because the staff worked as a team. The atmosphere is laid back and great for people to meet to talk business or for families like ours!

Sebastian S. made our entire experience at RPM Italian exceptional, and I really hope management…read morerecognizes him for the level of service he provided. He was incredibly attentive, warm, and thoughtful from the moment we sat down and somehow always anticipated what our table needed. One thing that meant a lot to our family was how attentive he was with my younger sister, who is autistic. She was laughing with excitement throughout dinner because her soda kept getting refilled so quickly. It might seem like such a small thing, but it genuinely made her so happy, and seeing her enjoy herself that much made the night even more special for all of us. Sebastian also noticed when I accidentally got something on my clothes and immediately brought me stain remover without me even having to ask. Those little details really showed how much attention he was paying to our table. We came in while my siblings were visiting DC and ordered a ton to share--the Truffled Garlic Bread, Prime Beef Meatballs, Mediterranean Octopus, Shrimp Scampi, Carbonara, Spicy Dungeness Crab pasta, and Chicken Parmesan. Everything was excellent. We wanted to try dessert too, but we were way too full by the end! The food and atmosphere were fantastic, but Sebastian S. is what made this dinner especially memorable for our family. This is exactly the kind of hospitality that makes you want to come back. Thank you, Sebastian S., for taking such wonderful care of us!

My friend and I decided to have a GNO at RPM and had a great experience! We were seated at a round…read morebooth, which was perfect for conversation and sharing food. For drinks she ordered the RMP spritz, which she loved, and I had a martini, which was great. For food, we started with the whipped ricotta, which was delicious. We then shared the Brussel sprout salad, meatballs, vodka pasta, and spicy broccolini. Everything was split in two plates, which made sharing a breeze! The service was top notch as well.

One of my favorite neighborhood spots for homemade pasta and an excellent dirty martini! Tortellini…read moreis my fav but portion is small. Service has always been amazing when I come even if it's crowded. Servers like Brendan are friendly and really take great care of patrons especially when I've come in solo during the week!

We've dined at Lupo Verde at least half a dozen times, and it has been consistently excellent. The…read morerestaurant is narrow and lively, with high-top tables and banquette seating that can be a little tricky to slide into, but once you're settled, the food and drinks more than make up for it. The staff are knowledgeable, the drinks are well made, and the maître d' is especially accommodating, making guests feel welcome with warm Italian flourishes. If you want something quieter or more romantic, ask for a two-person table upstairs or toward the back. There is also bar seating, and the banquette offers a great bird's-eye view of the bar scene. Because the space is small and popular, reservations are definitely recommended. Lupo Verde remains one of those reliable DC restaurants where the hospitality, atmosphere, and food all work beautifully together.

Modena (the prior restaurant that occupied Rosselli's space) was one of our favorites, but Roselli…read morehas stepped into the space nicely! The dining room was just renovated and beautiful. For us, a meal is an experience, and this experience was extremely cohesive amongst everyone including the chef, server, and sommelier. Everyone is clearly experienced and serious about their work. Chef Carlos clearly runs the kitchen well. Timing was great. Plating and preparation are impeccable. We enjoyed a lot of different dishes and honestly there was nothing close to a miss. The gnocchi paired with the by the glass was a rich velvety ride. If you would like something meatier, try the Pappardelle al Ragù paired with a light red. The 2023 St. Magdalener Classico was the perfect complement of some fruit and a touch of herbs or spice to play with the sauce. However, James, the sommelier is an excellent shepherd. My favorite marriage of food and wine though was the endive salad and a glass of the verdicchio on the by the glass menu. The bitterness of the greens with the acid of the verdicchio really bring out the best in each other. The branzino was expertly prepared and had just enough salt and heat to make each bite a pleasure. As we always report, the two of us are big eaters, but all in, with about three glasses of wine each and five courses, plus tax and 30% tip (for all of the guidance and great service) it was $600. However, most people can likely dine for less. We look forward to our next visit. I rarely give 5 stars on a first visit, but despite my best efforts : -P I cant come up with a meaningful criticism.

I almost feel that I am at a loss to review Rosselli - it was so good that I feel unworthy to…read morecritique it - but I will! I had read the reviews before selecting it for my spouse's birthday celebration. The reviews were pretty fantastic but there were a few ringers in there. However, then I found Rosselli on a list of places that were difficult to snag a reservation. That whetted my appetite enough and I am glad it did. Rosselli is among the best dining experiences I have ever had in Washington DC. The decor is stunning! Elegance abounds. The tile in the entry/bar area is gorgeous! Worth every penny they spent on it. The rest of the dining room drips with sophistication and luxury. From the upholstery to the chandeliers to the murals to the ceiling (the likes of which I have never seen before). Stunning! The food was flawless! We started out with Parker House Foccacia. Don't miss it! Then the Burrata Pugliese. Okay, so we have all had burrata before and we love it. However, Rosselli takes it to another level with a side salad of arugula, pears and house-pickled cherry tomatoes that shocked me with their punch of sweetness and acidity. Genius! We shared the Tagliatelle al Pomodoro. Simple perfection - light San Marzano tomato sauce with a little ricotta and basil. Our main courses were the ribeye and the osso buco. The ribeye was intense beef, as it should be. Delicious! And the osso buco was lamb shank (not the traditional veal). I never used my knife. But I have to admit that the star of this dish might have been the risotto. The risotto had a rich, luxurious sense of cream and cheese BUT IT HAD NEITHER!!! The waiter explained that the risotto was plain and the creaminess came from the technique used to cook it. Mind blown! I consider myself pretty good at risotto and I cannot imagine making it without cream and/or cheese. Even though I was stuffed, I ate every kernel of rice. We ate like kings and gluttons and I am NOT embarrassed to say it. Okay now to the service! These people are professional, perfectionists and passionate about their jobs. Make no mistake about it - the service is just as much a part of the evening as the food. Henry, our waiter from South Carolina, was among the best waiters ever! So attentive and helpful. So confident at his job that he was not hesitant to tell us that he "did not know" the answer to some of our questions but he went and found out. I love that! I do not know where he will end up in 10 or 15 years, but based on his performance, he can write his own future and do or be anything he wants. Likewise, the sommelier was charming, expert and remarkable. This is clearly an over the top review but Rosselli's deserves it - NO - Rosselli's has earned it. I felt pampered, spoiled and attended to and that is exactly what I wanted. Do I recommend Rosselli's? Hell yes! I seriously doubt you will ever be disappointed at Rosselli's.

My daughter, son-in-law, and I celebrated my retirement (46 years of Corporate America) at Iron…read moreGate and couldn't have picked a better place!! The historical ambiance is quintessential D.C., every bite of the 4 course "Family Table" dinner out of this world, and Annie's service impeccable! I highly recommend this restaurant and encourage you to ask to be seated in Annie's service area. She was knowledgeable, on top of every need, and just a joy to interact with. We plan on returning!

Fantastic service, mixed results on good and drink, for restaurant week during summer 2026. Long…read morestory short, it was overall a good experience and I'd try it again in a different season. I think I'd prefer to sit outdoors although maybe when it's less hot and humid, as it was a bit loud indoors. The sesame feta with watermelon was delicious and maybe our favorite dish overall. The tomato panzanella was okay but the tomato could have been more ripe. I'd heard about the focaccia but something was off when we went--something was very clearly missing, maybe salt, and it just tasted like a pretty dense vehicle for oil. They change the focaccia seasonally and may have just been having a bad day so I'd try it again but it was not great. The gnocchi was very good and very filling. The chicken was good, and the dill lemon sauce was nice. The desserts were all good--the phyllo cheesecake with peaches, a chocolate pudding, and a cheese plate with blue cheese and a Pennsylvania pecorino. Two of us tried the Hermes drink first and unfortunately it was very underwhelming. It tasted like slightly alcoholic water, but didn't have much flavor. The blueberry lemon cocktail was much more interesting.

All Purpose in Shaw was such a solid pizza night. I went with friends and had the Sedgwick, which…read moreis basically a grown-up, elevated cheese pizza, and I mean that in the best possible way. Simple, but done really, really well. The first thing I noticed was the dough. You can tell they're using good flour and actually care about the crust because it was GOOD good. The Sedgwick also has this slightly sweet aftertaste that I absolutely loved. It's not a sweet pizza by any means, but there's just enough sweetness at the end that it's worth mentioning so you know what you're getting. My friends ordered cocktails and loved them, while I stuck with a classic Mexican Coke, which honestly felt like the perfect pairing with a grown-up cheese pizza. Service was good and everything was easy from the moment we sat down. Overall, All Purpose is a great spot for sitting around with friends, having some genuinely excellent pizza, and remembering that sometimes cheese pizza doesn't need to grow up that much. It just needs better dough.

I popped in here before dinner just to check it out. I've never been to all purpose, but I always…read morehad heard good things and the restaurant always seems relatively busy. I really just wanted to grab a quick drink before dinner, and was able to find a seat at the bar. Note: happy hour is only in the bar area. I enjoyed a little mini martini, which was just absolutely so cute. The cocktail was delicious. I was looking at pizza around me because it just looked so delicious. There were a couple of people around me who ended up getting the pizza on happy hour, which is a steal, and the pizza looked amazing. My server was super nice. Since I was at the bar, there were two bartenders and they were consistently asking me if I needed anything else they were incredibly pleasant and it was just an overall really good experience. I definitely plan to be a return visitor. I love just the aesthetics of this restaurant. You walk in it just feels very comfortable, very easy. Everybody working there is also on the same level, so it's just an overall very nice experience.