Was not able to take photos because it was all so good we devoured it immediately. We got caprese,…read moreeggplant Parmesan, bolognese, gnocchi, and gluten free pasta. All were excellent. We have been trying to find these flavors since our last trip to Italy. For desert, both the creme brulee and the tiramisu were wonderful. Will return multiple times again and doordash frequently.

Had some very good take out from here and then was taken here the following night so got to try a…read morefew dishes. Everything was delicious and well prepared. I arrived early on my dine in night before the rest of the party and tried a glass of a Super Tuscan which was a terrific wine. It's a neighborhood gem. Highly recommend. Service was terrific and its very lovely spot.

San Matteo is our go-to spot in our Petworth neighborhood. The food is consistently superb. Staff…read moreare always highly welcoming and attentive. The spaces are very appealing. We enjoy the rear patio the most. Kid friendly, too. What a treasure to have in Petworth. By all appearances, San Matteo is a success that's here to stay.

Dinner at San Matteo, yes please and thank you!…read more Good food and service was memorable adding San Matteo to the list of favorites. The front patio is cute and a nice spot to sit on a nice day. We entered the restaurant, pasted the bar and made our way to the back. We were pleasantly surprised with a nice outdoor feeling to dine at. We were immediately greeted by our waiter, given water and warm bread with olive oil. To kick off our meal everyone had different ideas of what they were craving so we went with three starters. PROSCIUTTO E MOZZARELLA for one. It that had the usual meat and cheese board with nuts, mini bread crackers and jam. I liked how pistachio pieces were found in the meats and cheese. [5/5] BEEF CARPACCIO which is a family favorite of ours was a must try. The tender slices of beef with arugula, with sliced capers and celery. It reminded us of our trips to Italy. [5/5] FRITTO MISTO came next. This mixed lite battered bowl of seafood goodness with a little spice delight. It had calamari, fish, shrimp, garlic, zucchini and chilies. I really liked how the batter was lite which says a lot because I love really crispy anything. [ 5/5] On to the main courses, we proceeded with different pasta noodle dishes. BUCATINI BOLOGNESE one of my favorite pasta noodles was my selection. The noodles were al dente and the sauce and meat were excellent. [5/5] PAPPARDELLE CINGHIALE was my husband's pick. The pappardelle noodles were al dente and nicely accompanied the meat with the tasty sauce. Topped with ricotta; the dish was full of flavor. [5/5] CHICKEN ALFREDO was the last pick. Not an authentic Italian dish; however, hats off to the chef for making this for our picky eater in the family. The sauce was creamy and delicious. Noodles were cooked perfectly. [5/5] Surprisingly we had just enough room for a sweet ending - an Affogato. Whoaza! The espresso was yummy; put some hair on our picky eater's chest. It had a hint of licorice flavor that was unique. Let's not forget the San Matteo Spritz. Smoky and highly enjoyable. I loved it and will order again when I return. Overall, San Matteo hit all the check boxes for our lovely family dinner. The staff were attentive and never left us wanting more water, food or waiting long. The food was tasty. It seems upscale with a casual feel. Some people were dressed for date night while others were having a casual meal with family or friends. The seating options of areas were all unique in its own way. Front patio for a nice day, from the front indoor dining area for maybe a more intimate feel, bar and table top area for a drink and appetizer going solo or with a friend; and lastly the back dining area for a a bigger group to enjoy your meal. Mixing up the dining options that suits you. I'll be back to try other dishes.

A wonderful time is to be had at Little Coco's Aperitivo Hour…read more $36 will get you bottomless cocktails, wine or beer (choose from their special menu), and nibbles of garlic bread with a delicious mix of parmesan, whipped ricotta and mozarella cheeses, caesar salad, and a single meatball with polenta. That evening I had a hankering for negronis, and true to the bottomless offer, they kept them coming! No sooner than I had taken the last sip of one drink than the next one appeared. No looking around for a waiter! I was really impressed with their attentiveness. The hospitality is truly impeccable. When I gave feedback that the caesar salad was way too salty, the manager understood precisely what had gone wrong and instantly replaced it. I would have liked two meatballs rather than one, which would have felt generous, but this was not intended to be a meal, after all. We also ordered the corn and jalapeno fritters (which were probably fabulous when they were originally conceived but not currently being executed well) and for dessert a fantastic zabaglioni. Little Coco's is casual but stylish, a fun place to go, as is to be expected at all of Jackie Greenbaum's spots. Aperitivo Hour is M-F from 5-7. Highly recommend!

Cute place but terribly noisy and the bench seats are old and not very comfortable. Service was…read moreprompt and welcoming. Main courses (Cacio e Pepe, chicken Parm, goat cheese ravioli and pasta bolognese) were generous and well prepared. The Cacio e Pepe was well seasoned, the Chicken Parm was huge and an excellent value, especially if you add spaghetti to it for an extra $5. The goat cheese ravioli was a creative dish with corn in the sauce. The Caesar salad was a large portion- enough for two to share - but much too salty. The desserts were good but nothing special, compared to the main courses.

I've been coming to this lovely Italian gem for so many years. It is consistent and delicious and…read morefriendly and cozy. Their pastas are perfection. Their menu is simple and it works. We've taken out of town guests, we've taken our son, we've done takeout. One of my favorites is the bucatini with short rib ragu. I always ask for an extra side of buratta, which pair is so nicely with the hearty sauce.

A cute little neighborhood spot. Was in the mood for pasta and decided to go on a whim on a…read moreSaturday night. It was crowded but there were still a few seats available. Found it to be a bit louder than I would've liked but I think it was because of the spacing between tables. Came toward the end of the night and got seated and welcomed right away. I ordered the polpette, meatballs to start. They were quite tasty, but the sauce was a bit watery. Think that's just because the meatballs themselves were pretty juicy. Heard the focaccia was a hit, so asked for some of that. I was told they didn't have any left. Which was weird, because then another server came and asked if I wanted bread. I'm glad I said yes because the focaccia is very fresh and was a great addition to the meal. For my main, I ordered the vodka pasta, which was very flavorful and very saucy. I love a good, thick vodka sauce and that's what you'll get here. The one part of the pasta I didn't really enjoy was the chicken inside the pasta. I think I would've preferred a grilled chicken option instead of the chicken that comes in the pasta. That being said, this place is a gem. The prices are great and the portions are hearty. The pasta is thick, you're really coming here for fresh noodles and ingredients. If you want to top your meal off just right, you'll get the chocolate lava cake. Very delicious! Service was good and staff was very attentive!

I had the most beautiful breakfast experience at Casa Mia. From the moment I walked in, you can…read morefeel the love and care behind this place. The owner is truly inspiring--a hardworking woman who pours her heart into every detail, and it shows. The food felt like real soul food. Everything was fresh, comforting, and made with intention. My breakfast was simple yet so satisfying--perfectly cooked, nourishing, and full of flavor. It's the kind of meal that makes you slow down and enjoy every bite. What makes Casa Mia special isn't just the food, it's the feeling. There's warmth, authenticity, and a genuine sense of care that you don't find everywhere. They also have exciting things coming soon--smoothies, art classes for children, and many other events--which makes me even more excited to come back!

Yes yes yes this place is awesome. Give it a try. We love supporting small local businesses that…read moreexecute everything so well. Love this place. Give it a try!!

Was greeted immediately as I came in. Staff was friendly. I…read morerequested to sit outside and they obliged. What a beautiful evening to out and about. On my way to Victoria was very helpful. I ordered their anti pasto and their pesto shrimp. All the Food was delicious. For the items I couldn't finish, they packed them up for me in a to go box. Very cute and inviting restaurant. Priced as well as you can expect in a ritzy area and well worth it:

Absolutely delicious Italian food!! We were suggested to come here for dinner by a friend and they…read moredid not disappoint! The staff - so friendly and attentive The meatballs - a must get The Chicken Parm - a must get The bread - super soft and a delicious starter at the table with ingredients ready for you to make your own dip The Rigatoni Alla Norma - this was pretty loaded with veggies so if you're into that, get it! I liked the chicken parm more though The drink/wine selection - huge selection and the Pinot Grigio was just what the doctor ordered! Inside it was super cute -- there's plenty of seating and they had the AC on which was so nice on a hot summer day Outside -- a great sized patio out front if you're looking to dine outside somewhere! Definitely check out Capa Tosta if you're in Columbia Heights!

Returned after eight years and so glad to find the same top notch service, quality of food, portion…read moresize, wines, neighborhood vibe. And they still have the squid ink linguine on the menu, squid ink pasta lover says no one in the area makes it as good as they do. We tried the coconut lemon cake for dessert, flavors hit the spot and the toasted coconut brings out coconut in various depths beyond the usual. The in house marinated Castelvetrano olives are delicious. While I love good bread, bread baskets before carb heavy italian meals kill the appetite. Olives are so much better, especially with some of the great red wines Red Hen has.

The restaurant is nestled within the community. We walked in without a reservation and the wait for…read morea table was really long, so we had dinner at the bar. Despite eating at the bar, the service was amazing and I enjoyed it even more than eating at a table. The bartender was so friendly and I enjoyed talking with him. He gave great recommendations on places to have drink after dinner. He was very knowledgeable about the neighborhood. We order the butterleaf salad and pea hummus for appetizers. The salad was so soft and the dressing was delicious, I love that it wasn't too salty. The pea hummus had a peppery/smoky smell and was very creamy. For the main dishes, we order the gnocchetti and rigatoni. The pea flavoring of the gnocchetti was too overpowering, I did not enjoy it. The rigatoni tasted way better. For dessert, we order the coconut lemon cake. The coconut flavor was very faint, but the lemon taste was strong. Delicious taste and the frosting was yummy.

Can't say enough good things about this place. Service was good and personable…read more The food was made fresh and was so flavorful. Pretty nice portions also. The bread melted in my mouth, I was trying so hard not to request more The restaurant itself was clean and set up nicely. Plenty of room for large parties or even just a solo outing.

I've read so many good things about this place so my friend and I wanted to check it out. In the…read moreheart of Adams Morgan, one of my favorite neighborhoods to eat in DC. It's a very mom and pop style kind of place, fancy but not overly expensive or uppidy. There were two people helping us, I believe one of them was the owner. The owner was very nice, answered questions about the menu and provided recommendations. However there was also a young boy helping us and he was a bit rude in his interactions. We came in for a late dinner and at one point he came up to us and said they're closing so we needed to pay now. We didn't have an issue with this but it could have been said in a better way, it wasn't like we were just sitting there for hours. The food was delicious! Even though I had a not so great experience with one of the waiters, I'll be back!

Poplar is a must have! It's a very small location so I'd highly recommend making sure you have a…read morereservation. But the food was amazing. They have a new menu each week but the choices for both food and beverage are clearly well thought out. The staff are so knowledgeable on the selections as well. I truly appreciated each element of the meal. We had a wonderful experience and can't wait to bring our friends!

We enjoyed our dinner at Poplar, in which they offer an ever-changing prix-fixe menu…read more The courses included: +a Manifest Sourdough Bread - with house-cultured butter +Carosello Cucumber and Charentais Melon Carpaccio - with caperberries and Sicilian olives +Chilled Asparagus Soup - with roasted fiddleheads and pickled white asparagus +Stuffed Morels a la Normande - with spring peas, fava beans, and asparagus tips +Gnocchi alla Romana - with spring porcini, goat cheese, and summer truffle +and, a Strawberry Rhubarb Basque Cheesecake for dessert There is also an 'off menu' where you can add, or have your prix-fixe vegetarian, vegan, and/or GF! The space is intimate and cozy, and great for date nights or little celebrations. Service was super friendly and attentive, and the place does get packed! Be sure to make reservations! +prix-fixe menu +great for date nights +friendly & attentive staff

History of Present Indulgence 32 yo M presents with spouse…read moreand friend for pre-comedy show dinner at Italian establishment on 18th Street in Adams Morgan. No reservation and sat comfortably at the bar. Physical Examination Food - This place was absolutely delicious. We started with Arancini and Prosciutto e Polenta. The arancini was fried perfectly - crispy outside, warm risotto inside, and sitting in this savory-sweet tomato sauce that I could've honestly just eaten with a spoon (and basically did using the focaccia they give with your meal - which itself was delicious too). The arancini also has ground beef in the center, which adds to the flavor and depth of what is usually just fried risotto. The polenta fries with paprika aioli were fantastic too. My only complaint is that I wish there were more of the fries because there were only 3 to go along with the large plate of sliced prosciutto. The prosciutto itself was fine. Just standard quality prosciutto. For mains, we went family-style and shared three entrees: the pork ossobuco from the secondi menu, the tagliarini with shredded duck, and the cavatelli with rabbit and fava beans. The ossobuco was cooked well, though I wish the braise flavor went deeper into the pork. The truffle mushroom risotto underneath was incredible. Rich, creamy, and the fresh lemon and parsley gremolata on top cut through all that richness perfectly. The tagliarini was delicious, but my wife and I agreed that the duck flavor was a little lost in the rich marinara sauce. It didn't feel like I was eating duck, to be honest. You could've told me that was shredded short rib, and I might've believed you. The cavatelli was probably my favorite dish - those shell-shaped pasta pieces with rabbit and fava beans in a white wine sauce that had this unique flavor I haven't tasted anywhere else. There's a mild gaminess from the rabbit, but it was very subtle. Each time I had a fava bean, it was a fun change of pace in texture and taste as I was spooning this plate down my throat. It was so so good. Portions were generous too, which made the prices feel totally worth it. We left full and satisfied. My wife had a lambrusco spritz that was deliciously refreshing, and we shared some good wine throughout the meal. No complaints. Service - The bartender was really kind and attentive. Even though we weren't at a table, we didn't feel like we were getting second-tier service or anything. They checked on us regularly, made good recommendations, and kept everything moving smoothly. I also love a service that offers more table bread without needing to be asked. And their table bread was this fragrant focaccia, so I could've eaten all of whatever they brought. Ambiance - haven't been to a ton of Italian restaurants in DC, but I loved the vibe here. Intimate, cozy, dim lighting. The wine selection was great too - enough variety to be interesting without being one of those overwhelming 50-page wine lists. I think this would be a perfect date night spot. Assessment A high-quality Italian restaurant with creative takes on traditional dishes, generous portions, and an intimate atmosphere. A strong contender for the Adams Morgan dining scene, where restaurants are lined up right next to each other, and making a choice can be a bit difficult. Plan - Add to recommended restaurant list for DC visitors - Consider for future date nights or a solo wine and appetizer moment - Return to try more pasta dishes or enjoy a happy hour

We had such a poor dining experience- not the staff or the ambiance but just the food. We had a…read morerabbit pasta and there were not one, but two bones in the meat. We told one of the servers and he said noted, then never came back and it was never addressed. The ossobucco with the risotto rice was extremely undercooked, where we could see the white middles of each grain of rice. The ossobucco itself was delicious though! I reached out on their website to share that we were a bit disappointed as we were there with friends who claim this is one of their favorite Italian restaurants in the DMV, and having multiple bones in a dish is not acceptable. Not coming back and saying something is also unacceptable. No one reaching back out after I emailed them, is equally very unacceptable.