We ate at Lupo Marino for dinner before attending a concert. I was able to make a reservation in advance with Google reservations. It's a small space, so reservations are highly encouraged. When we arrived at the restaurant for check-in, everyone in line already had a reservation. They also have some patio seating when the weather is nice. Once we were seated, the table had a carafe of water for self-service. I wasn't super hungry so I ordered the polpo al forno (charred octopus) appetizer and my friend ordered the cacio e pepe. The octopus was cooked correctly - it was tender and not chewy, but it was not the *most tender* that I've ever had. It was served with garlic confit potatoes, a variety of peppers, arugula, and a squid ink aioli. Everything had good flavor overall. Food was prepared quickly. Service was standard. They did all the basic checks but was nothing exceptional. The cacio e pepe came with a homemade tonnarelli. The tonnarelli had a good chewiness to it and stood up well to the melty cheese. It also held the heat well. It's a simple and classic dish that fit the bill. I would come here to try more dishes, but nothing immediately blew me away as a *must* return. The pizzas looked good. They have a wood fired oven, which is always a plus. For now, I'd rate Lupo Marino as 3.5 stars, but I'll round up for potential. read more

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Incredibly mid Italian food in a spot that deserves more than that. The servers were kind, but it didn't really have the experience you want or the food you want. The owner's grandmother came up with this Lagans lasagna, but it was no better than my lasagna. The Caesar was fine but not exciting at all. The space is cute, but also feels haphazard. read more

Lupo Marino - Caesar salad - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This was a cute place to eat at before heading to the concert. We did make a reservation prior so we were seated quickly. Servers gave us the option of indoor vs outdoor seating. I think outdoor seating looks prettier! Margherita pizza 7/10: Chewy crust. Perfect to share ! Warm. Wish there was more sauce. Italian soda 3/10: Just not what I was expecting. No sweetness to it. Very mild flavor. Lots of bubbles. Ravioli 8/10: I like lobster but I don't typically crave it. Lobster in the ravioli was DELICIOUS ! Would order again. read more

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Stopped by for a quick bite before heading out for the night. Only tried the polpo al forno which was a good portion size and filling. The service was nice, quick, and efficient. The place was packed and the playlist was filled with a lot of familiar songs and the staff was nice. read more

Lupo Marino - Grilled octupus - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We had a party of 20 people split over two tables. We were grateful to be accommodated and had good service. Most people really enjoyed the food. The regular cacio e pepe looked amazing and everyone said it was great. However, two people got gluten free penne supposedly cacio is pepe but the sauce was totally different and not very good. They were disappointed. My Tartarufa pizza was yummy. The drinks were good and also the complimentary focaccia! The main beef I have with our experience was that a 25% gratuity was added. I know we were a very large group and of course gratuity will be included automatically but 25% is excessively high and my friend was not advised in advance. read more

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5 stars all the way. We visited The Wharf on our recent trip to DC. Its such a happening cute place with tons of food options. We were craving pizza and saw rave reviews online and decided to try. We got the focaccia to start with and a pizza and a pasta (cacio pepe) to share. It all tasted delicious and we were happy campers. Loved the freshly made cacio pepe and the pizza crust quite a bit. Bill was about $70 without drinks which is quite reasonable in my opinion. read more

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I've gotten the fried seafood from Lupo Marino twice and it's been an absolute killer! It comes with a ton of squid, 3 pieces of shrimp, and 3 smelts, with a side if sauce. The sauce is good, but the seafood doesn't really need it. It's perfectly crispy and seasoned perfectly. I've also gotten the some pasta with braised beef, which was delicious. I came back another time to get some pizza, focaccia, some brussel sprouts, and some salads - everything was excellent, and they really do a good job at making your food flavorful. read more

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Really enjoyed the dinner experience here. Came here as a party of 20 or so. They ended ip having to split us into two tables but that's ok. Service was great. The manager (?) Lahlou was lovely. I was shocked at the quality of the tagliatelle I ordered. I genuinely expected to pick at my plate and take most of it home, but all but licked my plate clean. Pasta is homeeeee made. Melts in your mouth. Totally on point. One star down for the bread. Kind of stale ish... I know an Italian spot can do better. Didn't think I'd plan to come back here but absolutely will for that pasta! read more

Lupo Marino - Tagliatelle Alla Genovese - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Food was okay, service was very good. We went during the day so wasn't too busy. Located on a side street in Southwest by the wharf read more

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Overall a disappointing experience, with a shock when we saw the bill at the end of the meal. The food was ok. I ordered the panini (burger) which was good. The fries were good but some were cold and undercooked others were fine and crunchy. It was so intermittent that it was surprising every time I got a cold fry. My wife's pasta had a super small portion of burrata cheese on her "burrata pomodoro" which left the pasta a bit more dry. The kicker was the wine situation. My party of 3 ordered wine, the waitress suggested just getting a bottle of wine. (Which usually is more economical than each person ordering an individual glass for $16.) We ended getting a bottle of the house Pinot noir. We did not need a bottle just thought it was more economical. The wine was merely OK as it was rather watery and not full bodied. We got the bill and BAM! $70 for a bottle of cheap wine. I understand than alcohol licenses cost money and there is a mark up. But we were all shocked and felt like we were taken advantage of. Super glad we only paid for the house wine and did not upgrade to waitress' recommendation. I can't imagine how expensive that would have been. I was so disappointed in the wine after seeing the price on the bill, I looked it up....it costs $9.99 retail. Maybe cheaper if purchased in bulk. But that explains the low quality. I am not a Sommelier, and am usually ok with house wines. We used to come here a lot. But this location changed. Food quality declined and alcohol prices are deceptive. Ambiance is cozy, the music is a bit too loud to have a nice relaxing meal. read more

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Came here on St. Patrick's weekend and just happened to pop on in. Small but quaint spot. We sat at the bar and the bartender was quick for drinks (water) and order. We got the focaccia and the margherita pizza, both of which were delicious. Would comeback if in the area read more

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Second visit to Lupo Marino, and it did not disappoint again. Promptly seated for a 6:00 PM reservation despite the restaurant being fully packed, cheerfully and energetically alive, in the best way. The service matched the vibe: warm, attentive, and efficient. Our server was pleasant, and the food arrived quickly, hot, and fresh. The focaccia was light, airy, and golden-brown. I took a moment to admire my pasta (yes, I played with it a little before diving in), and it was worth the anticipation. The Cacio e Pepe with shrimp was rich and comforting: creamy, thick noodles, peppery bite, succulent, fresh, delicate shrimp. Another memorable evening at The Wharf, another reminder to savor the moments that stay with us. read more

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our waitress was amazing the environment was beautiful, lighting was perfect, the food melted in my mouth. The guy thats working whom looks like the manager or owner seems very cruel to his employees, he's always criticizing and you can see the employees visually turning red and stressed. read more

Cleanliness: ROACHES (See below.) Food- Pretty good, but portions are small & OVERPRICED for the quality & atmosphere. After paying nearly $200 for 2 appetizers, 1 dinner entree (fish special), plain bread, & water, I went to the restroom only to have a ROACH SCURRY ACROSS MY TOES!! (Wearing sandals.) I quickly stomped it with the other & took a pic. (Attached)My husband told the staff, but they said & did NOTHING. No sorry; no removal of the dead roach. We expected more from this experience. I instantly felt sick to my stomach. We will not be giving this establishment our future business. Edited: Apparently I was NOT the only person this has happen to. Check out Megan G's 1 star review. (One ran across her TABLE!!) They don't seem to care about their customers. I will update my review if they reach out, but I'm not holding my breath. read more

OK. I'm raising my rating of Lupo Marino back up to 4 starts because we are learning how to navigate the menu and avoid the mistakes that can come out of this kitchen. To be clear, if you like heavy, cheesy, rich food, then you will love most of the menu. If you prefer a little more restraint, then you must order very carefully. This time I tried the eggplant Parmesan, after the waiter assured me that it wasn't buried in cheese. She was right. The flavor was very good and it wasn't buried in cheese, but it unfortunately was very heavily breaded -- seemingly as much bread as eggplant (Lupo should take a cue from All Purpose in Navy Yard, that knows how to create a rich eggplant Parm without all that breading). Order it to share. The margherita remains the best pizza, with a terrific crust and sauce, but even that pie, limited to discs of fresh mozzarella, has about 50% more of it than you'd find on a real Neapolitan pie. Salads remain good. Just order your dressing on the side to avoid the risk of drowning. It's hit or miss depending on who's in the kitchen. Better to do it yourself. read more

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I've been looking for an Italian restaurant that just does the basics and has lots of vegetarian options and this place fits the bill. Dare I call it my favorite? The Funghi pizza was delicious! My waiter, a tall young man with brown hair was super friendly and accommodating. On a Friday night they keep the door wide open which doesn't make sense in the summer time? read more

Pasto delizioso in ottima compagnia! I am so glad I used yelp to find this amazing place for dinner while in my hometown of D.C. Ambiance was beautiful and trendy with a vintage flair I loved being half European. Drinks were delicious and so many choices from side drinks to mocktails to heavy pours. Appetizers were phenomenal and entrees And dessert just made the entire experience absolutely delicious! Best pasta and cheese ever ! I loved the brick oven pizza as well. Anytime I'm back home , this is a must stop for me from now on. And service was excellent may I add. Another great thing is that after you are stuffed with great food, you can take a nice stroll down by the marina and grab a gelato! read more

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Really disappointing experience. The water was served at room temperature, and didn't offer us to sit outside. The draft beer was warm, which was hard to understand, and when I mentioned it, the server brought me another beer with ice in it. Why isn't the beer cold when it comes out. The food was the biggest letdown. The spaghetti Bolognese was bland, dry, and had barely any sauce. The pasta was also overcooked. It was so disappointing that I couldn't even finish my meal. Considering the quality, the prices are far too high. The only highlight of the visit was the mixed drinks, which were actually good. Unfortunately, that wasn't enough to make up for the rest of the experience. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant, especially given the high prices and poor food quality. read more

Lupo Marino - Spaghetti bolognese - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The food was so good!! We ordered the lasagna and the chicken Parmesan both were amazing!!! But the most amazing thing about the restaurant is the hostess that greeted us as the door!! He was super super nice and attentive, always asking us how we were doing and making sure we were taken care of!! It was such good ambiance, the place was packed which always means a restaurant is good!! Would definitely come back and eat here! read more

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Shout out to Juan for turning disappointment into happiness last night!! We had dinner plans for after my son's meeting at 7 pm but the meeting ran late so we left after 8 pm for dinner and arrived here around 8:30 pm. We were seated immediately and ordered our food. I told Juan that my son had a meeting at 9 pm so bring all the food as soon as it was ready! Boy did he deliver!! Our food came within minutes. We had: Fritto misto Eggplant parmesan Beef arancini balls Cesar salad with anchovies Cacio de pepe Prosciutto pizza with arugula Tiramisu 2 Arnold Palmer's 1 lemonade My son got to eat before heading off to his meeting and we got to enjoy our dessert leisurely. Thanks to all who saved our night!! Everything was great! read more

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The food, staff and environment is very professional. Highly recommend this spot if it ur first time in dc and need a awesome place eat

Stopped by on a Friday evening with a friend and had an enjoyable dinner. It was busy but we were able to walk in and be seated immediately. Our sever Juan P was knowledgeable about the menu and after his recommendation, I decided on the seafood chitarra. My dinner was absolutely tasty and filling. Would return for a wonderful Italian meal! read more

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The food overall was really tasty here. Nice ambiance. It's an Italian restaurant but has a lot of modern style to it. The meatballs were super good and so was the Italian sandwich! The bathroom could use some tidying up and the coffee was very sub-par for an Italian spot. Other than that, super good and great service! read more

Went to Lupo Marino on the Wharf last weekend and it did not disappoint! My friends and I went for the bottomless brunch, which is a great deal! $38 for an entree and bottomless mimosas. The portions of food were great. The pizzas were all incredible, the crust was perfectly cooked. The Caesar salad does have anchovies, which I am not a big fan of so I ordered the salad without them and it was great. The restaurant itself was decorated very well, with pictures of Italy everywhere. The servers made sure our drinks were never empty, so definitely recommend for a weekend brunch! read more

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I came here for a nice work dinner and found the food elevated and high quality but with the ambiance being incredibly welcoming. It was moody, cute and cozy. We ordered to share and I am so glad I got to taste so many delcious bites. My favorite was probably the lasagna, though it was so rich and cheesy I definitely couldn't have eaten it as my whole meal. read more

Fun location - right across from a live music venue and close to the water. The menu felt like it was missing some classic Italian dishes. I couldn't find a pasta dish without red sauce. The Santa Brigida pizza was delicious and the perfect size to split between 2 people. Service was standard. Overall, I felt this place was overpriced and underwhelming. read more

Lupo Marino - Santa Brigida pizza - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Before we came to this place, I was skeptical about the 1-star review mentioning roaches. Thankfully, we didn't see any, but the reviewer's comments about the restaurant being dirty were pretty accurate. One of the first things that stood out to me was the condition of the glasses, the room-temperature water, and the general filthiness of the restaurant itself. Our waiter suggested the meatballs and bread basket as starters, so we agreed to give them a try. Unfortunately, the meatballs were NOT tender, and the sauce lacked any real flavor. It was basically greasy tomato sludge. Even store-bought Ragu has more salt and garlic than this sauce. The bread was another disappointment. It was clearly stale--I'd guess a day or two old--even though we were told it was baked fresh daily. It seemed like they were trying to disguise how old it was by putting it back in the pizza oven and drizzling it with oil to give it some moisture. I also forgot to mention that pretty much everything we ordered came out lukewarm, almost as if it had been precooked and reheated. The one thing that saved this review from being a complete 0/5 was the pizza. The crust was genuinely very good, with a great char and excellent undercarriage. The short rib topping practically melted in your mouth, and the cheese blend was fantastic. Honestly, if this place cleaned up the restaurant and focused solely on their pizzas, I could easily see it being a 4/5. The pizza is the only thing that really makes up for the disappointing appetizers, especially considering the price. If you're looking for a pizza to be delivered, I'd actually recommend giving them a shot. Their motto is apparently "The Italians are here," but I'm not sure how much that translates to the food. Based on our experience, I think an Italian grandmother might have a few words to say about those appetizers. read more

I came 30mind before closing time and had stellar service, staff is very dedicated to provide excellence, food was presented quick, fresh, tasty, pizza was simple but authentic , bartender was efficient and polite. overall was amazing! exceded expectations ! thank u guys! read more

Unbelievably good. Pizza is Neapolitan style, crazy crispy crust and very flavorful. Pastas are Housemade with a ton of variety. I thought the short room was the best at our table. Lively environment so if you're looking for a chill business dinner or romantic evening, probably not your spot but very, very good food. read more

Food was incredible, best pizza we ever had. Super friendly staff, will absolutely be back. read more

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If you love pizza then come here. Wood fire oven and taste good. If you want pasta then this isn't the place for you. I had the spicy pasta and it wasn't spicy at all, tasted like pasta and no flavor pasta. Ordered the salad that comes with tomato cheese and lemon dressing it was good. My hubby had pizza very good. The servers are quick and attentive. It's a busy spot. read more

Lupo Marino - Spicy pasta - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

When we first arrived, I was carrying a reusable coffee cup from Starbucks, and a manager immediately approached me to let me know I couldn't keep it inside. While the policy was understandable, the initial approach caught me off guard and felt a bit off-putting. I was reluctant to give up my cup since it was reusable and my latte was still fresh, but I handed it over. A short time later, the manager returned, apologized for his initial approach, introduced himself, and offered to refill my cup with any coffee drink of my choice. This gesture really turned the experience around, and I appreciated the thoughtfulness. We ordered drinks and the grilled octopus, which was absolutely delicious. The flavors were incredible and paired perfectly with the aperitif shots the manager kindly brought out to complement our meal. When we were finished, he returned my cup, freshly filled with an americano, which was such a thoughtful touch. Despite the rocky start, the manager's professionalism and effort to make things right truly stood out. The food, drinks, and service were fantastic, and I'd definitely go back to Lupo Marino the next time we're at The Wharf read more

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We were staying by the Wharf, so we decided to get some pizza from Lupo Marino. We ordered the Funghi and the Piccante. I would say the Funghi was better than the Piccante. Both pizzas are very rich and heavy. The Piccante was just overly greasy and heavy. The crust was amazing and the dough is crispy but also soft. I still like the pizza here, but I would want to try another flavor next time. read more

I was visiting DC for a Bachelorette Weekend and this is one of the spots we ate at for dinner. The restaurant is in a nice location and is beautifully decorated. They have a mix of indoor and outdoor seating and can accommodate larger groups. We ordered a mixture of things as apps and they were pretty good. The table really enjoyed the Fritto Mistro and Polpette Al Sugo. For my entree, I got the Tagliatelle allá Genovese (pasta with braised short ribs) and it was underwhelming. It lacked the depth of flavor I'm used to from short ribs. read more

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The pasta was delicious, the place is so cute. I didn't wait long for the food. This is my second time coming back. I ordered the same dish and it's still amazing read more

Lupo Marino - Linguini Al Vongole - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We visited Lupo Marino on a Saturday night - it was roughly 7:30 and we were sat immediately. That definitely deserves a star! We had a stroller with us so that did make seating a little snug, would have been nice to be offered an outdoor table or another that had a little more space to keep it with us. We ordered the beet appetizer - it was a tad too pickled for our taste, the margerhita pizza - delish, the tagliatelle allá genovesee - very tender meat, and the cavatelli pomodoro and burrata - the sauce felt a like it was lacking a little something and a side of bread would have been a great addition to enjoy the burrata. read more

This place has the best Italian food at the wharf.. small and cozy .. food is always a is fresh and yammy.. Aracely took care of me a few times.. she is the best.. try the pizza .. will be back soon read more

Really good food and good service. We were planning our next order when we are back in town before we finished our meal. read more

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Unfortunately, I will not be returning to Lupo Marino. I booked a reservation here to dinner prior to a show at The Anthem, and the reviews were pretty decent. However, it didn't live up to the expectations. Upon arriving, my husband and I were shown to a table against the wall that had been set up under some kind of ledge that might normally be used as a bar. I would have had this ledge leaning up against me so I asked if we could move to another table. We were seated at a table in front of the door and the hostess stand, so it was cramped. The tables were extremely packed, I had to use a plastic chair, and the table was wobbly so we had to fix that as well. The day had been a little warm so the door was propped open but when we got to the restaurant, it was really chilly. Since we were right by the door, I asked the waitress if we could shut the door. The waitress said she had to ask the manager and the manager came back and said no. There was a couple next to us who said that they also asked to close the door and the manager said no. My husband ended up getting up and was like Yo dog, it's 40 degrees outside, close the door. They ended up closing the door so like a little sexist? Why will the close a door when a man asks? The waitress asked if we wanted still or sparkling water, and we opted for still. You can imagine our surpris when we found out that we were charged $8.00 for water because we did not specify "tap." We didn't discuss it with the waiter but I thought that was idk, kind of shitty? Everyone knows that you don't pay for the still water We started with the grilled octopus which was ok and we ordered two of the bruschettas. I want to clarify, this meant that we literally got one of each type of bruschetta. I thought we would get like a small plate of both but it was literally two pieces of bread for $12 each. Yikes. I got the short rib pasta which was fine. The sauce wasn't very smooth. My husband got a panini that was also fine but certainly not worth the price tag. For the trouble with asking to move the table, the wobbly furniture, the water, and the door issue, not the best. Won't be returning! read more

I went to culinary school. We ordered the pizza with caramelized onions and braided short ribs. The short rib is delicious, id come back to try it with pasta. Stay away from the pizza, it's greasy with too much cheese in proportion to the crust. Also, please do not lie on your menu. Those were not caramelized onions, they were barely cooked raw red onions. You can technically caramelize red onions but it'll leave a muddy color. Better to use yellow or white onions...and actually caramelize them. The crust was very flaky, almost like a puff pastry. read more

Lupo Marino - Pizza with braised short ribs and caramelized onion - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia