Went with my bestie and enjoyed the calabrese salami pizza and the sausage & friarelli pizza. Calabrese was delicious and makes your mouth water just looking at it. The sausage and friarelli was alright. Wouldn't get it again. Tiny spot, cute for a casual pizza date night, catching up with a friend, something like that. Service was meh. read more

Be warned the pizzas are made with wheat berries and spelt...more like a whole wheat dough than a traditional white flour dough

Just had a very nice meal. Duck meatballs, what a perfect combination. I love meatballs and duck is one of my favorites too. Put them together and it was bliss.The texture was beautiful, and the blend of gamey flavor and a touch of sweetness was just right. Then we had a salumi plate, the Bresaola was beautiful. The bread was toothsome, but not too chewy. Just right. then came the cauliflower, capers and anchovy pizza, yummy! We capped it off with a couple of glasses of amaro, which really rounded out the meal. Leave it to Peter to have a 12+ amari for people to sample. read more

The best of DC. A rare gem on the overpriced, underwhelming 14th street scene. Perfect modern touches on a Napolitano classic. Can't sing enough praises. read more

We stopped into Etto for a spontaneous dinner. We were seated almost immediately. The food was fantastic and the restaurant itself was incredibly charming. I would highly recommend Etto to anyone in search of a modern and warm place to have dinner read more

3.5 stars. I'm a fan of this place. I usually shy away from Italian food in the US as Italy has totally ruined me, but I agreed to go because my friend really wanted to go. I thought the food here was decent. I mean, it was really good for Italian food in the US, but it's really nothing compared to Italian food in Italy. When I walked in, it reminded me of places in Italy, where they'd keep antipasti at the bar in ginormous plates. When you order, your server just plates the antipasto for you. I thought they were a real standout - we had octopus with beans, cauliflower, and something made with eggplant and zucchini. I think it was a caponata. It was all really delicious. I LOVED EVERY SINGLE ONE. We also ate some greens and salumi (wagyu and venison), and those things were really yummy as well. Oh and some rabbit liver mousse when we were waiting at the bar. My friends and I agreed we could all eat a pitcher of that stuff. For entrees, we ordered 2 kinds of pizza, both with red sauce. One was kinda like pepperoni pizza, but I'm not sure it was actually pepperoni. That pizza was decent. The second pizza was a vege pizza with squash, burrata, and some really yummy tomatoes. That second pizza was amazing. I generally eat gluten free/carb free/sugar fee but I have a cheat meal maybe once a week or every 2 weeks or so. I often regret the foods I eat on these cheat meals as they are not worth the bloat, but I really enjoyed that second pizza. It was worth it. The first pizza - not so much. But that may be a preference. I generally love meat, but for some reason, I tend to like vegetarian pizzas better. Or at least I prefer them to pepperoni type pizzas, which in my opinion often taste too heavy and smoky. I should mention though that the pizzas were technically good, in my opinion. In the sense that the preparation was very well done. The crust was thin, which is how I like my pizza. It's a little crispy on the bottom but otherwise light and fluffy. There's a perfect amount of sauce. (no soupy soggy mess as in 2 Amy's). I think what makes the pizza not absolutely sublime for me is that the ingredients are simply not on par with ingredients in Italy. Oh and we ate stuffed pasta with duck ragu. ( I think it was duck ragu). That was average, and it was kinda heavy. Like an average bolognese (mine is a lot better). I mean, I love bolognese, but I like bolognese brightened a bit. I know that's kinda hard to understand, and I don't even know how you brighten something up. I just know it when I eat it. My guess is that they don't use fresh good tomatoes on their sauce and maybe they use dried herbs. All speculation on my part. We finished with affogatos; those were pretty good but teeny tiny. By teeny tiny - I mean - midget sized. Like 8 year old girl playing afternoon tea midget sized. I guess I'm used to larger portions of affogato from Pitango. Service is friendly, but prices are sky high. I'm used to spending a ton of money on food in DC, but Etto's prices really took me aback. Our special vegetarian pizza was $23; the squid antipasto was $13. Most glasses of wine were in the $12-15 range. The salumi set us back $11 or $13; I don't remember. Usually when you get charcuterie from a restaurant, you get accompanying stuff like tiny pickles or savory jams. At this place, all you got was literally the cut up meat, served on a boring white plate. Beers were around $8-9, but the portions were half pints, if I remember correctly. The cocktails were pretty good though - I've recently become good friends with a top bartender in DC so I've learned a lot about old school cocktails. Like the stuff they serve at Columbia Room and Rose's Luxury. I generally don't like cocktails, but I liked Etto's because they were refreshing, tasty and not sweet. I don't like sweet cocktails - and yes, I judge, but I think that people who drink sweet cocktails have the emotional maturity and sophistication of a 5 year old, living in a town with 2 traffic stops and nothing but a walmart. All in all, I would come back, but maybe only during happy hour, if they even have happy hour. And definitely only for the antipasti. This place would get 4 stars, if not for the prices. read more

Aside from the food and atmosphere being wonderful, the service is great as well. One particular example is when the Manager of the bar came outside to our table to explain the origins and ingredients of some of the drinks on the menu. It was clear he took incredible pride in his job and he demonstrated a deep knowledge of his craft. Given how busy the place was, we all appreciated the time and genuine effort he put into making our experience at Etto so wonderful. We will now be loyal customers, not just for the great food, but the excellent service. read more

EXPENSIVE! The 9 dollar small plates & 21 dollar pizzas annoy me. But food is fresh and extremely tasty. Great service too

Etto is, to me, all that 2Amy's is not: in a more convenient location. The menu reads very similarly to that of 2Amy's, though with perhaps some more Mediterranean influence. My theory has always been that the best dishes at 2Amy's are to be found on the little white card, so my ordering strategy focused on the chalkboard during my visit to Etto. We started off with a bottle of sparkling Italian red which had bright fruity flavors and went really well with the HUGE chunk of sheep's milk ricotta we got, as well as the octopus salad. My girlfriend was very hesitant about the octopus, having had experiences akin to chewing on rubber, but this was deftly prepared, soft, succulent, and delicious! We ended with the special pizza with roasted eggplant and another giant block of ricotta in the middle, so the cheese could be divvied up as the diners wish - maybe not the best idea, as a fork fight ensued. Lightly sauced, the super thin crust was crispy all around with gratuitous char to add to the flavors of carmelized cheese and eggplant. I can't wait to go back for more! read more

I wrote a begative review few weeks ago because of a glitch in their hours of operation. They stop serving pizza 1 hour before their closing time posted on line. So when I went there, I was rudely told no pizza without any apology for their miscommunication. To be fair, however, I wanted to review the pizza. So I went again, and the same rude guy who dismissed my complaint last time was there, and recognized me and my review. He was rude again and told me I was not welcomed. It is obvious that they do not take criticism well. I checked their website and now they changed it. It is still not very clear but they actually mention about serving the pizza. It was not there before. They used to not answer their phone, rather refer you to the website. Now they actually answer their phone. Both of these I brought up to their attention last time. Instead of thanking me, and convincing me that they have a greta pizza, he was rude again. Maybe he was afraid I was going to say the truth about their pizza. It is interested that if you look at the trend in the ratings on yelp, they have plumeted over time. On a postive note, I do not feel bad anymore because of the previous negative review. He actually proved me right. read more

Awesome pizza. We had Brussels sprouts and sausage as well as others. Sicilian meatballs (lamb) were very good. Punch was fruity herbal and aromAtic. Cute corner location. read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants in DC. It's cute on the inside, great menu, and the food is terrific. I appreciate being able to walk in, grab a drink at the bar if there is a wait, and then have a quickly served meal with flavors that pop with each bite. Best addition to 14th street, in my opinion. read more

I haven't been this impressed by a new place in such a long time! Everything that we ordered was fantastic. The cauliflower pizza and fava bean puree appetizers were especially good. I highly recommend it and I'll definitely go back again and again. read more

One of the best things to happen to 14th street. In an area fast becoming a food destination in DC, Etto stands out as a fantastic and unpretentious addition. Love the food, amazing Pizzas, wonderful soft Italian cheeses, fantastic meat cuts, and lots more. the service is also wonderful. I was so happy to see them open up outside seating and will make sure to take advantage of it when the weather allows. It is shocking to see that they average less than 4 stars on Yelp!!! read more

Delicious pizza, superb chewy, flavorful crust, and great selection of sides in a cozy space

Delicious food, fun, seasonal cocktails, perfect wine options, and most of all, lovely ambience (indoors and out) and a graceful, gracious host to welcome us. read more

Five star reviews are often overly used, but for value, taste, and selection in this price range this place is a gem. Location was perfect for me, who doesn't know the city. I had the watercress Caesar salad and eggplant Parmesan ("small plate") but it was a filling meal, along with a crusty dark bread. The outdoor patio was a surprise. It is a busy corner, but the noise level was lower than those "high-end echo chamber" restaurants, which when busy, are noisier than an auto body shop. The staff was pleasant and attentive without the "hovering" attitude. And another factor: the food was NOT SALTY. That means the kitchen staff know how to cook! I was in and out in 45 minutes (dining alone, around 6:30), but felt as if I had a leisurely meal. I certainly was NOT rushed. No phone, no book, just the foot traffic to amuse me. Delightful! read more

Etto is such a lovely Italian restaurant. The simple rustic decor is so warm and inviting. The low lights and small space make it the perfect date night spot. I came for dinner recently and started with the Roasted Mini Peppers with onions and capers which was really great. It felt like an Italian version of shishito peppers which have become very popular lately. The Chickpea appetizer on the other hand was not a success. The chickpeas were very oily and came in the shell, and unshelling them individually was way too much work for such a small reward. For the main course I stuck with a classic and ordered the Buffalo Mozzarella Pizza and it was wonderful. With the brick oven the pizzas come out perfectly- hot, thin, with slightly charred edges. Both times I have dined at Etto the service was slow but the food and the ambiance make up for it. I will definitely be coming back to try one of the other pizza combinations. read more

Really lovely place. Haven't tried the pizza yet, but the wines and cocktails are delightful and the small plates are big enough for a gal. The chickpeas with lobster is a perfect light summer meal, and for like $13, not bad in the price department. The fizzy red wines are a great summery treat. read more

My first impression of Etto was not great (per below). But I have since gone back twice and had really really great experiences. It is actually one of my favorite restaurants now. I've particularly enjoyed the burrata (best in DC in my opinion) and other non-pizza options. Everything is so fresh and clean-tasting. Nothing is over-done. Pizza is pretty good--haven't had too much char on my more recent visits--but probably not the #1 place I would go if I just wanted pizza. read more

This place saves 14th street, land of overpriced cliches. It is hard to get a seat here, even on a weeknight, but it is worth it. I give it a 4-star average: 5 for the pizza, but 3 for the wine selection. It is strange that their only reds are Sicilian or Beaujolais. For a place that serves Neapolitan style pizza not to have a single Campanian wine available strikes me as odd. That they've ignored Tuscany smacks of snobbery or gimmickry. The pizza is excellent. We ate at the bar, where the service was good. read more

Man is this little place delicious. The pizza is good, but the salads are really where it is at. I had an amazing, fresh, porcini mushroom salad on my first visit. The omelet is also good, which I totally did not expect. Salumi is also consistently good, including the chocolate salami! read more

Exceeded expectations for neapolitan pizza. Right amount of char and nice sauce. Nice outdoor atmosphere despite being on main road. Strawberry and mayer lemon soda was super. Skimpy with wine by the glass though. Reasonably priced. read more

Limited menu, but that's not necessarily a bad thing because to me that means the fewer things they offer, they offer them in the best way possible. Great pizza--Reminded me of Italy--more specifically, Naples. I enjoyed the wine as well. Very nice charcuterie selection. A bonus is outside seating for the summer. Will return. read more

Etto is such an adorable addition to 14th street corridor. It's a very small and cozy restaurant that seemed perfect for the fall night. We went on a Saturday and thankfully we got there early enough that they were still taking reservations. The largest downside of the experience was that the hostess said the wait would be 45 minutes but we weren't seated until an hour and a half had passed, twice as long. I was so hungry at that point I almost left to just grab a burger! I guess this is the downside of not having the more sophisticated software used in other restaurants. Thankfully after we got seated the experience was impeccable. The waitress was extremely nice and made some fabulous suggestions for us. We tried one of the specials which was a mullet fish that was cooked in full and came out with its head on and bones on. This type of thing doesn't phase me, but a warning to those to may not love the idea of seeing a fish head. Fish head or not, this was to die for! It was a truly unique fish and unlike most of the fish we get in the US. I highly recommend this one! We split the cauliflower pizza which, wow, was also super delicious and unique. This isn't a cheesy pizza, the focus is really on the sauce and nice toppings. The pizza included anchovies, but since I was feeling adventurous I dug in- and I liked them!! The pizzas are a great size, large enough to split but small enough that you can get some appetizers to split as well. I left satisfied but not too full or heavy. read more

Great casual neighborhood spot. We did not have reservations and waited ~5 mins for a table outside at 7:30 on a Thursday. We shared a bunch of small plates and left incredibly full and happy. The lamb meatballs are superb as is the roman artichoke. Beet and goat cheese salad was light and refreshing on a hot day. Calamari cold salad was fine but lacked a little flavor. The tables across from us ordered pizzas that looked fantastic. Will certainly be back and will try that. read more

Best pizza this side of Rock Creek Park. The crust is near perfection. The patio is a great place to sit in a nice night. The appetizers and small bites are solid--but you're going there for the pizza. The current 3.5 ranking on Yelp for Etto place is a JOKE. read more

I just had an amazing dinner with fabulous small plates to start, Peas with heirloom carrots, stuffed artichoke with anchovies, and wood grilled asparagus. Bread and a lamb and ramps pizza straight from the wood fired oven. Staff were very attentive and the chefs amazing. Great spot for a quick bite or a whole meal. Leave room for dessert! read more

Cool small space with slow turning belt-driven ceiling fans. Very good pizza. West Coast imperial IPA on draft (first time I've seen that in DC). read more

DISAPPOINTING SERVICE! The hostess seated a couple that came in after us before my party. When approached about it, she said "I never got a name for the table, I thought you were going to eat at the bar." The bar was STANDING only...'really, you want me to stand here like a horse to eat and drink $20 glasses of wine?' We asked about another table that sat 4 people (we were a party of 2) and were told it was for a bigger party. Who? THERE NO ONE ELSE WAITING FOR A TABLE! Needless to say, we left. read more

Went again last night and reminded me how great this place is. Last night's star dish was a swordfish belly with a zucchini slaw. Fantastic. I rarely order the pizza as the antipasto are so good. read more

Lovely patio, very good, conscientious service with smart food. We ordered sausage and zucchini pizza, divine! The dough has a bite and chew! Nothing like it around. Very high quality ingredients from my grapefruit drink (dry and refreshing) to light raspberry chocolate tart. I'll go back to brave the anchovy pizza! read more

The pizza was excellent, and large enough to fill one person. Their olive oil was also very tasty, and I dipped my crust in it. The members of our party who went with just small plates, though, found that although the items were quite good, they were a bit too small to be filling and pricy for the size. read more

Pizza was burnt, for $25. Really disappointed. Waited 40 min past expected wait time. Overpriced, and food was below average.

Best wood-fired pizza I've yet had in the DC area. Antipasti are also really good - of particular note were the smoked swordfish belly and a yummy salad made with a mixture of beans, pork, garlic, and olive oil among other things. I mentioned the pizza already, but the crust for me was the standout - and their bread is excellent too. When asked, the waitress mentioned that they actually mill their own flour on the premises. That attention to detail shows in all of their dishes. The one dish I had that I just thought was good/but not exceptional was the ricotta bufala (served with pine nuts and maple syrup). read more

Etto is one of my favorite places in DC to go to get delicious food and feel at home. It is always busy but doesn't feel overwhelmed or chaotic. The burrata is always a winner. The celery salad may sound like dullsville but don't be deceived by it's simple name and ingredients - it is phenomenal. My friends had anchovies which seemed fishy and substantial. If you like anchovies, you might like these. The first time I went to Etto a year ago, I got the 'hipper than thou' attitude from the host, but on recent visits, the waitstaff and host have been great - attentive but not hovering, getting the job done and somehow keeping a calm and helpful demeanor. Very much appreciated, along with the tasty dishes. read more

Second time at Etto. Pizza very good using housemade flour and toppings. The pizza has an incredible "chew" to it that you will come to love after a few bites. The charred bits from the oven add character to the pizza both visually and in taste. Lambs tongue salad quite good and Brussel sprouts outstanding, even though a very small portion. We where there for a show so was in and out, and they can get food to you VERY fast. Only negative was the server. She was not bad nor good, just blah. Maybe just not very excited about working Sunday night. I'll be back. read more

Really disappointed. The place has all of the trappings of a great, "artisanal" high-end brick oven pizza haven, right down to the Maitre D's attitude. Unfortunately, the pizza was terrible. I could hardly eat it. I don't recommend this to anyone especially in a town with Sette and Pizza Paridiso. read more

The food looked promising, the atmosphere is great, the menu is interesting in a good way. The execution from placing of order to end of meal was amateur and just not good. A few mistakes from the waitress on not getting my drink order and giving us the wrong appetizer were totally forgivable. The wrong appetizer was tasty and not worth complaining about. The pizza was also tasty, just a bit too soggy on the bottom. The celery salad was completely unbalanced to point that I truly believe whomever made it has never tasted it. The celery salad had so much lemon and salt it was painful to eat. But hey, it was a night out so I was happy. The clam broth needed to be cooked more to meld the flavors. I did not like it at all. Husband did not love it but was fine with it. As for the service, the waitress completely disappeared on us. Once we had our food, she did not check back in with us. While I was waiting to order a dessert, I see our waitress with her coat and purse cheerfully waive goodbye to her coworkers. All I could think was, WOW! After a few minutes, another server asked if there was anything else we wanted. The answer was a solid no. For $83 dollar small plate dinner, I was hope for better service and a bit more attention to detail. read more

On a positive note, the service was great. Everyone was friendly and attentive. On a negative note, the food is just okay. The dressing on my salad was very tart. Lip puckering tart. I ordered a drink but they do not carry vodka. Huh? I can order a bourbon but you don't carry vodka? Strange. The pizza is fine but nothing special. There are a lot of good restaurants on 14th Street that I would recommend before Etto. read more