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

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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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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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

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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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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Lupo is fantastic. Quaint Italian restaurant that serves incredible food. My fav restaurant in DC. Warning to wallflowers - the team will treat you like you're family. If you're Italian, you know what that means. This review means nothing to them. That's why I love this place. It's endearing but not for the faint of heart. Incredible wine selection with some hidden gems that you won't find on other wine menus. Can't say enough. Get the Cacio. Order a spritz. Try something different. Relax. La dolce vita. read more

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

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 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

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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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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

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

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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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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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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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

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

The food here gets 5 stars. It was delicious food and honestly the best Italian food I've had. I honestly rarely write bad reviews BUT the service was honestly the worst part. And I feel like people need to know what happens in this place before going!!!! The manager or whoever he is (stands in the front seating people) embarrasses his wait staff in front of the customers and then tries to make you validate his actions. He scolded us when we walked in for not having a reservation and placed us at the long table with a big group (this group was already sat when we arrived) so we're all squished on this table. There were plenty of tables available but he claimed they were for those who made a reservation??? Nobody came into this place after us either mind you (so how could the tables have been for reservation). We came pretty late too around 7:30pm. So I don't know why he wouldn't give any of us a regular table. I think he wanted to use us to make the place look busy at the front to get more people to come in. It was really loud we couldn't have conversation. I honestly won't be back. I was super disappointed in his actions and he ruined the entire experience. read more

What a fantastic food find on the Wharf. This place was hopping on a Saturday night and it was ran like a Ferrari buy the diligent and professional front house guy. He balanced the large and small groups and kept the tables flowing. Everyone was excellent from the host to the food runners and bus boys. The food was phenomenal!!! They didn't miss a tic. My very picky GF really enjoyed the lobster ravioli, I've never have seen here eat so much. She hates everything but ate all but 1 ravioli which was a bonus for me because tried it and was really pleased. My pesto shrimp was terrific and I couldn't finish the portion. This is a fun place, jam packed but we were seated quickly. The best Italian place on the Wharf. read more

Met a friend here for a pizza. Wow!! Was a little tricky to find. Service outstanding. Pizza delicious. I got my usual- the margarita with arugula. She got her usual with pepperoni. We both loved our choices. read more

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Great food, friendly service. Lots of good options. Cool atmosphere. We came here a few days ago, and had to come back. read more

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Pizza was excellent. I was very happy with the pizza. The crust was great. They also had an in-house bottle of olive oil on the table as well. read more

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First it's just the cutest little restaurant on the wharf I've visited so far. Everyone was very nice and accommodating. We sat outside and enjoyed delicious drinks and pizza (brunch menu). We will be back for sure. read more

Met a friend for lunch on a quiet Monday. This is a very traditional northern Italian place but friendly and low key. We had fried artichoke with a killer sauce, very zesty and the artichokes were actually large and nicely brown and crispy on the outside. Then I got gnocchi funghi, super creamy with cute little gnocchi and fresh porcini mushrooms...you know it's a good place when the spinach is so fresh it shines through a creamy cheesy sauce. Friend got a Santa Bridgeta pizza, also great, with prosciutto arugula and balsamic drizzle. Will be back! read more

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

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I had always heard of the Wharf from my friends in the DMV area. So, I came here to look for good food and great views. Food: 3/ 5 I am not going to lie, none of the places by the water are cheap. So be prepared to spend some cash. We found this place had a the most reasonable prices (which around crazy is still crazy ). I got the pasta dish and she got the pasta. If I had to choose one dish to not get it was the meatballs. They were very tough not very tasty. For two entrées, one app, one drink ($120/ tax and tip). Ambiance:2/5 We came at a bad time since the bar next door was blasting music for someone's birthday party. We choose outside seating (clearly a mistiake) and suffered from the loud noise and not enough table lights avaliable to be spared for us and another table. It is not that the service was bad, but these rest of the experience was lacking. All in all, I don't think I will go back because I know other Italian options that I preferred more. However, I was happy to finally eat in the Wharf. read more

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A hidden gem in the Wharf. The food is phenomenal, pizza one of the best I've had, pasta fresh and delicious flavors, my 10 yr old son licked his seafood pasta plate clean. We have been back 3 times and never disappoints. The service is great, friendly and accommodating staff. The ambiance is nice, with that being said it is a bit small and always busy but just the right vibe if you want to enjoy the Wharf and amazing food without paying triple price for mediocre food. The flavors of the dishes are so fresh and just perfect. read more

Lupo Marino - Seafood pasta and spicy salami pizza - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Delicious food and wonderful service. Rahmi took great care of us when we dined at Lupo Marino for an early dinner with the kids. We ordered a cheese pizza, chicken parm, Caesar salad, cacio e pepe and the lasagna. It was all so good. Would definitely dine here again if we're ever back in the area. read more

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Lupo Marino, located in the wharf area in DC, offers Italian dining. I like the location and the decor. The restaurant offers indoor and outdoor dining options. The staff were very nice but service was very slow. I had some calamari and the Spaghetti Rosa. The calamari was consistent with what you would expect. The spaghetti was OK, but still filling. The expresso martinis were fantastic. I would give this restaurant another try. I will try different menu items next time. read more

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

I appreciate that the restaurant is open late for dining and service is always great. Not many options at the wharf during the week after 10pm. read more

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Made reservations here on a Friday for 6 pm. When we arrived it wasn't very busy just yet. It got super busy throughout the hour which was expected. It seems like a popular family dinner spot at least at the time that we went. I decided to get the impepata (mussels), fritto misto (fried calamari and seafood), and the tagliatelle all genovese. The food was ready pretty quickly. I wasn't a huge fan of the mussels, they didn't taste the freshest but the bread and sauce tasted good. The fritto misto was pretty good. I didn't like the smelt as much but the calamari and shrimp were cooked perfectly. The dipping sauce wasn't anything special but the grilled lemon was unique. The pasta dish was my favorite item kf the night by far. The braised short rib was tender enough but the sauce and pasta were the real stars, excellent flavor and the pasta was had great texture! My friend ordered the chicken parmesan and the chicken cutlet was huge! He wasn't able to finish it. He said it was okay but the spaghetti was delicious. I think it's a great family spot on the wharf but I would personally choose somewhere else to eat if I'm in the area again. It wasn't bad but not my favorite. Service was quick and efficient and the ambiance was casual and lively. read more

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Cozy Italian joint on The Wharf. We skated in a little after 5pm and were seated by the window. It's small and the tables are close together. My Aperol Spritz was in a large glass but tasted a little watered down and flat. The carciofi (artichoke) was fried and crisp -- never had this before -- it was the hearts and it was ok -- in a bagna cauda sauce (garlic anchovy). We split a Polpette pizze--meatball, passata, mozzarella, ricotta and basil. The crust was bubbly, chewy and charred crust -- meatball was soft and this was nicely cheesy with stretchy strands of cheese. The tomato passata I think is a little bland, I would have liked more spices and a zestier sauce. Still, the pizza was nicely crusty and cheesy with large pieces of meatballs scattered atop. Though the restaurant filled up, our pizza was up quickly and served hot and cheesy. read more

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I've had many pizzas from Lupo Marino. They are always very good, but tonight it was incredible. Maybe they're fermenting the dough a bit longer. Whatever they are doing, I hope they keep it up. One of the best pizzas I have ever had. Bravo. read more

This is an Italian restaurant located at the Wharf. Service was okay. There was live music playing across from the restaurant, so the place was quite loud. * Fritto Misto 4.5/5 - This came with lightly battered and fried shrimps and squids. They were warm and crispy. There was a mayo dipping sauce that enhanced the dish's flavor. It came in a bigger portion size than I expected, so I was quite full before the entree arrived. * Tagliatelle All Genovese 3/5 - This came with flat pasta, tender pork pieces, and tomatoey, sour meat sauce. It was alright. The pork was good, but the overall flavors didn't go well together and the sauce was too sour for me. * Vongole 4/5 - This was a simple though flavorful pasta dish with clams. It was a little spicy which I didn't expect. There was a good amount of clams and they had that sweet, savory seafood taste. Overall a good dish. read more

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