Osteria Morini has been one of our favorite weekend brunch and dinner spots for years. Whether we're catching up with friends who live around Capitol Hill or bringing the family, it always delivers. Between the handmade pasta, creative cocktails, beautiful waterfront views, and welcoming staff, it's become one of our regular OpenTable reservations. At this point, we've tried just about everything on the menu, from the bomboloni and fluffy Morini pancakes at brunch to many of the pastas at dinner. If it's your first visit, don't skip the gnudi--they're pillowy ricotta dumplings that are absolutely worth ordering. The pappardelle and cappelletti are also favorites, while the gnocchi and tagliatelle are always a hit with kids. The espresso martini is a great way to kick off a relaxing weekend, and what keeps us coming back isn't just the food. We've gotten to know the chefs, managers, and several servers over the years, and they consistently make us feel welcome. It's the kind of restaurant that remembers its regulars and creates an experience that's just as enjoyable as the meal itself. We're grateful to have Osteria Morini in our rotation and look forward to many more family brunches and dinners with friends. read more

Went to Osteria Morini for Restaurant Week and thought the restaurant itself was beautiful. I was honestly expecting a little more when it came to flavor, but the Restaurant Week deal was good and overall it was a nice experience. For starters, I got the crostini and it was absolutely delicious. The pear or apple paired so well with the cheese. My friend got the beet salad, which was definitely not our favorite, but if you love beets, you'd probably really enjoy it. For my entree, I got the gnocchi and unfortunately wasn't a fan. It tasted very doughy to me. My friend got the mushroom pasta and we felt the same way about hers. Service was decent, but it was also really busy so that was understandable. Overall, I'm glad I tried it, but I don't think I'd personally go back. read more

See all

One of the better dining options if going to a Nats or DC United game. Been here many times but tonight was a little disappointed with the service and the lack of AC in the restaurant. It was a warm day in DC, and the AC wasn't working, but they did have fans in the main dining room making it somewhat bearable, but still wasn't what I was expecting. We did the DC restaurant week menu and thought it was a great deal for 3 dishes for $40. I thought the food was pretty good, and you can't beat the in-house made pasta. For appetizers, I highly recommend the Prosciutto di Parma and the seared Spanish octopus. For entrees, hard to go wrong with any of the pasta dishes such as the Tagliatelle, Mafaldine and Gramigna. My wife did enjoy her duck breast. Service was ok, despite the cold beer being dropped on my shoulder during dinner. The wait for dessert took over 30 minutes which was a little too long especially when the other dishes came out pretty fast. I've read Chef Michael White isn't affiliated with this restaurant group since 2021. read more

See all

Came here for brunch before heading to the Mystics game. I was shocked to see the restaurant pretty empty, but the bustle probably came after the Nats game. I ordered a little bit of everything and HAD to get the ricotta pancake which is plenty for two. Appetizers - Brussels sprouts were yummy which an orange flavored twist. Pasta - Ordered the rigatoni and cappelletti. This pasta is at a higher price point, but they make the pasta in house. I wish the food came out steaming hot, but I believe they delayed brining the pasta out so that the pancake could come out with it. Next time, I will ask them to bring out the food as it's ready. I enjoyed the rigatoni over the cappelletti, but I am more of a red sauce person. Both were yummy, but more flavor with the red sauce. Pancake - Went plain and simple here with the classic. Not sure if it's supposed to be that cooked outside (like burnt?...) but it's a generous portion (also a generous price at $15). A different take on the classic pancake as it's thicker and more moist. Drinks - Unfortunately, no bottomless drinks here so they have a pretty standard drink menu. I wanna come back for HH! Came on a very hot day where the A/C was not working well so be prepared with a fan! Our server was really attentive and friendly! read more

See all

Delicious Italian food along a beautiful waterfront. They had a taster menu for $50/person that allowed us to try 4 different pastas in perfect portion and an affogato for dessert! This place gets packed on the weekends so reservations are necessary! read more

See all

We ended up going here since the restaurant we originally were planning to go to had a long waist but I'm glad we did! The servers were nice and the restaurant had a nice ambiance with lots of natural lighting. Everything we ordered was great! We enjoyed the focaccia, butter, our pasta dishes, & desserts we got! I that the gnudi was ok and I wish I had more lump crab on my pasta but other than that I really enjoyed the food! We would definitely come back. read more

See all

Second time coming here. The inside can be a bit noisy, but the views inside and out are great. Took my mom for her birthday and had a great time. All the pasta is homemade and awesome. They did a little birthday thing for her at the end, which was sweet. I think we had to order bread because it wasn't included or something at an Italian place, which was a first for me. read more

Osteria Morini - 3 pastas - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

See all

My prior experience with Morini Monday hasn't been great, but I enjoyed the brunch. I ordered the frittata which turned out to be an omelet. It was good, not what I expected, but it was good.u friends ordered different versions of the pancakes and they appeared more dense and thicker, more like dutch baby pancake almost. They enjoyed them but found that one could be split amongst many people. The cocktails I found to be the best part of the meal. I started with the espresso martini and it was your standard but good. Our server was very prompt and attentive and was quick to alert us that the fryer was out and several items were unavailable. There were few parties in the restaurant so the space was pretty quiet and comfortable. Overall easy experience, nothing too memorable, but nothing bad. read more

Osteria Morini - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

See all

We came after dinner on a Saturday night as we were looking for dessert. We seated outside and it took a bit for anyone to come over and offer water. Our server then unceremoniously dumped 2 spoons straight onto the table - no napkins nothing. Because your tables are that clean? The tiramisu was not the best - needed more rum soaked fingers and less cream. The fritter was delicious. We hadn't eaten here since pre-pandemic; this experience certainly isn't driving us to return. read more

Osteria Morini - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Came for $15 Pasta on Monday and left truly satisfied! I've lived nearby for 5 years and not sure why I haven't eaten here until now! The calamari and insalata romana were really good and fresh (forgot to take a pic!) Service was great, their happy hour looks good, but only at the bar area so we opted to sit outside. Navy Yard is always a nice vibe so dining outside is beautiful, but inside also has a nice ambiance as well! Will definitely be back to try other pastas! read more

See all

Came here for pasta Monday and i was truly blown away. The ambiance was fancy but relaxed at the same time. I like the dimmer light they had. We ordered the prosciutto for the appetizer and i can't lie that's the best appetizer I've have had in a little minute. For entrees i ordered the GRAMIGNA which was also fantastic. My friend ordered the TAGLIATELLE and she liked as well but wasn't as flavorful as the dish I ordered. But for the pasta Monday prices that make this a 5/5 spot I'll definitely be back! read more

See all

We had 2 couples for a Saturday night dinner. Burrata and grilled peaches for apps. Burrata was very good. Peaches were interestingly done, but the peaches themselves were a long way from ripe. They were very hard and not sweet yet. I had the tagliatelle for main course. The pasta was great and the sauce was perfects simple and fresh, rather than overcooked and bland. Service was very good. Not cheap but a good place for a date night read more

The views are one of the top highlights of this place. Overlooking the Potomac and Frederick Douglass bridge makes for a lovely evening. The focaccia is easily one of my favorite sides/apps, followed by the Gnudi for an appetizer. My guests really enjoyed the red onion jam that came with the Prosciutto Di Parma. For mains I had the rigatoni which is a solid meal, no complaints. The service was attentive. Small mistake in our mains which had a substitution for the type of pasta in the tagliatelle. My guest ordered the dish with rigatoni however the substitution wasn't entered. read more

Enjoyed my experience here though we came for dinner and the AC was not running. The food was yummy and enjoyed the atmosphere. The staff were friendly and our meals were brought out fast. I loved the tagliatelle made with bolognese sauce and my husband enjoyed the ground sausage with yolk and pasta. Enjoyed our date night and would come back again, hopefully with the ac running this time. read more

See all

We came here for the special Monday night deal of $15 pasta! We got the focaccia to share and I ordered the gramigna. The focaccia was incredible, would order it again. The gramigna was decent, it wasn't too flavorful and nothing really stood out about it. My wife's mushroom ragu pasta was excellent though. The food also came out very quickly, but it took almost 10 minutes for our server to come to our table initially, and my glass of wine also came out about 5 minutes after the food, almost 20 minutes after I ordered it. I would come back on a Monday but I don't think I'd pay full price for the pastas with that kind of service. read more

Osteria Morini - Gramigna - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

See all

Osteria Morini makes some high quality pastas in the Navy Yard area. Starting off with the service, our waiter took great care of us and made some great recommendations on the menu. My friend and I ordered the ricotta ravioli for an appetizer and the Casarecce and the Gramigna. All dishes were cooked to perfection and had great flavors. What is keeping me from giving this spot 5 stars, is it is pretty pricey. I would expect larger portion sizes especially for paying $30+ for a pasta dish. Now if you come here on Mondays, you'll get a 5 star experience for Morini Mondays where every pasta is $15. I will be back here again many times especially on Mondays! read more

Our whole family spent a relaxed afternoon at Navy Yard with no particular plans, and we were delighted to discover this restaurant for dinner. Located right along the river, the outdoor seating offers spectacular waterfront views. We ultimately chose to dine inside because the interior felt authentically Italian--warm, inviting, and beautifully designed. We had a preference for a specific table, and the staff accommodated our request quickly and graciously. Our waiter was friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The food was fantastic. My kids absolutely devoured their spaghetti, which is always a great sign! My salmon was perfectly cooked and incredibly delicious. My husband ordered the Tagliata and couldn't stop talking about how tender and flavorful it was. From the beautiful setting to the excellent service and wonderful food, this was a memorable dining experience. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the Navy Yard area! read more

See all

Can't believe I haven't left a review yet..but osteria Moroni is my go to lunch after my monthly facial around the corner and I love it! The pasta is made in house (and you can tell) and the sauces are so flavorful! The carbonara breakfast pasta and the tagliatalia are my favorites! I always have the same bartender since I normally sit at the bar, and he offers great recommendations based on what I want and makes the perfect mimosa! Great for a solo date or with a group of friends! read more

Osteria Morini - One of the ricotta dumplngs - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Osteria Moroni deserves all of the high ratings that it has received. Firstly, the location of the restaurant is just beautiful. It is on the marina of Navy Yard, which often has musicians playing in front of the restaurant which adds to the beauty of it all. The overall restaurant is lovely with a rustic interior and an open kitchen, it allows customers a view of the food being cooked, allowing for that extra level of safeness. The food was also quite tasty with all the seasonings and flavors being exactly what they described and exactly on point. The pictures don't even do it enough justice. This paired with attentive and kind servers who are well-versed with a menu, leads to just an amazing night. If you're in the area, don't be afraid to take your family as well as your friends to such a beautiful establishment. We were unable to try any of their deals. They offer weekly, but will be coming back to try. read more

See all

So good!!! The cocktails were amazing, and the cocktail menu was really good. The food was outstanding, lots of attention to detail, high quality and fresh. Had the fried maitake mushrooms-melt in your mouth-a must have! And of course the house made pasta was great, the mushroom rigatoni was delicious and the lamb ragu gnocchi was so good, it had Prosecco soaked apricots, holy moly delicious. The olive oil chocolate cake was amazing too, the crunchy candied hazelnuts and all the little things, so good. As you can tell, I loved this meal. Service was excellent, ambient noise is kinda loud, atmosphere is trendy, nice outside seating, parking is a pain, ok for metro, serving size is decent, not huge, and they did not have the rosemary bread and butter because the "oven broke" read more

See all

I've been here twice now. Once for a pasta making class and again for restaurant week. First the surrounding area is beautiful. After eating we walked along the water at sunset and that was pleasant. Parking wise, there's garages and a lot of you can take the metro and walk about 8 min from Navy Yard station. Now let's get to the food: I ordered the calamari as my entree and for one person it was pretty filling. I really enjoyed it, I thought it was fresh and the batter was nice and crunchy. I ordered the casarecce for my main course which wasn't anything to ride home about. I thought the pesto was pretty fresh but I wasn't wowed. Now for dessert, I clearly didn't read and ordered the torta di oilo not realizing it's the chocolate one. Now I'm not a fan of chocolate cake but figured I'd try it to see if my tastebuds have changed. And, no.... I talked to the waiter and he was gracious enough to offer the panna cotta instead which was a pleasant surprise. I enjoyed the graham crackers on top which added a nice texture to it. I do want to come back here for the $15 pasta Mondays, I really enjoyed my experience! read more

See all

One of those places that you don't want to write a review for, because you don't want to get crowded out of your favorite HH place. $7 HH Maple Old Fashions with complimentary Parmesan Popcorn will get you started at the bar and $15 pasta dishes on Mondays is an amazing deal. Food is solid and service is exceptional. read more

See all

My friends and I saw a video about the morini pancakes and were intrigued at the thought of ordering a brunch of savory and sweet pancakes - they did not disappoint. We arrived Sunday right at opening at 11 AM. We had a reservation but didn't really need it since we came at opening and we were the first ones in. We immediately ordered the misticanza which came out pretty quickly and was delicious - first time trying a truffle vinaigrette and while you could definitely taste the truffle, I don't think it was overpowering. I ordered a latte and it was solid, nothing to write home about. We ordered the diavola pancake and the tiramisu pancake pretty quickly after we ordered the salad but it took 45 minutes for them to come out so we were getting pretty antsy for them. The diavola was our favorite - the Calabrian chili honey was soooo delicious with the pancake (which was a touch sweet for our tastes), the prosciutto, and the poached egg. The tiramisu was also delicious but quite heavy since it has all the flavors of tiramisu combined with the denseness of not just a regular pancake, but a ricotta pancake. I think what we ordered was perfect for three people - if you're ravenous or really want to take home leftovers, I'd suggest three pancakes. At the end of the meal we paid in inKind and I noticed our server comped my latte (we figure because of the wait) which was appreciated. Will definitely be back to try more! Menu descriptions: MORINI PANCAKES our signature fluffy ricotta pancakes, one per order add a pancake +4 each substitute gluten free pancake +3 DIAVOLA 18 prosciutto, poached egg, calabrian-chili honey TIRAMISU 18 marsala zabaglione, espresso syrup, crushed lady fingers, chocolate pearls MISTICANZA 15 mixed greens, apple, hazelnuts, truffle vinaigrette, pecorino read more

See all

Came here for happy hour and I did not like it at all. It was super packed, which is fine, but they didn't seem to be adequately staffed. There was one bartender serving the whole bar and then another serving the service bar. The problem is that the guy at the service bar kept interrupting the guy working the bar, and then they would sit there and chat as if there wasn't a whole entire busy bar full of people waiting for assistance. The bar was also filthy. Dirty cups and plates all over. I believe they serve popcorn to everyone at the bar too, but I never received any. Drinks were awful. I tried the Hugo Spritz and Spicy Margarita. They were both overwhelmingly sweet and nasty. I haven't tasted drinks that bad in a while. I settled on a glass of lambrusco, which was just okay. The bartender was nice though. Bathroom was also gross. I don't think I'm return. read more

See all

This spot is one of the best restaurants I've been to and I think might be verrryyyy underrated Cute spot on the water I have no complaints about the ambiance. Nothing extravagant, but a nice casual place you can dress up or down at. Our server was great and knew every detail about everything and gave us great recommendations We got crispy zucchini and rosemary sea salt focaccia bread and holy sweet mother that was INCREDIBLE. I wish I lived closer because this alone made the night wow. The zucchini... the focaccia... ugh wow Then we had a splitsies entree night which is always a good idea in my opinion. We did the chef's special pasta tastings which was 4 little servings of the chef's choice pastas-- which for us this night was the tortelli, rigatoni, paglia e fieno, and the cappelletti I can't tell you which was my favorite. They were ALL so delicious, and even the ones where I wouldn't personally choose myself, were still so so good. They did not miss with anything for dinner. We also got the chicken cacciatore and the potatoes were SO PERFECT. Crispy on the outside, but not hard or crunchy, and soft on the inside. Sheesh. And THEENNNN to top it all off we had the bombolini for dessert (which comes with the pasta tastings) and oh my lordddd those we so good. They set it up with a candle and some delicious ice cream on the side as well bc we absolutely needed a third dipper to go with the caramel and chocolate sauces. read more

See all

I would recommend anyone considering dining here to go for the pasta special on Monday. Delicious!

I loved this place. When I first tried it and tried their bucatini I was astounded. Best pasta I ever had to the point I ordered 2 and ate the other when I got home . The staff is so kind and when my dish was accidentally served with almonds, they removed BOTH dishes from the check. That's truly quality service and caring about your customer. Unfortunately since the first few times of going (and not being able to stop talking about it for weeks) they've changed their bucatini recipe and I'm sorely underwhelmed. The new pasta used is too hard and didn't soak up the sauce. It wasn't the buttery, creamy flavors I'm used to. I did give it one more try to see if it was a fluke, but the pasta still did not meet the standards they initially set. Look at the before and after & you'll be able to clearly see the difference. Because of this, I have not been back for months. read more

See all

Great food- especially the Parmesan gelato, and the donuts. The service was very slow but a nice atmosphere with plenty of space. read more

Osteria Morini - Tagliatelle - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I had excellent food and good service at Osteria Morini. Highly recommend. I visited on a Friday at 5:15 and had a drink at the bar before dinner at 6 PM. They recently updated their happy hour menu (3 PM - 7 PM bar only, gratis popcorn, $7 drafts, cocktails, house spirit + mixer, and 1/2 off glass wine). The bar was mostly full, with a lone seat available and a few open high tops nearby (which I think count as bar for HH purposes). It only got more full from there, with a bustling, standing crowd just after 6 PM, but it settled down later. The bartender was helpful but busy, the house whiskey + soda good (they use Four Roses, I'm told), but I did have to ask for the popcorn. The dining room filled up pretty quickly, entirely full by about 7 PM. For dinner, I had the pasta tasting: four small pastas plus dessert for $55. Apparently, they just changed their menu to offer this only on Tues, Weds, Thurs, and Sunday. This was noted on the dinner menu I got at my table, but is not noted on their website menu or the paper dinner menu I perused at the bar. We asked, and they made an exception and still served us the pasta tasting -- maybe because it was still early in the night and because it was a recent menu change. We saw the table next to us got the same. The pasta tasting is an excellent value. The portions were much larger than I expected; we had plenty for leftovers and I wish I saved more room for dessert. I really appreciate that they coursed out the pasta and also split it up for us so we didn't have to share bowls. We got two pastas for an appetizer course (split into four total bowls), then two for an entree course (same), then dessert (one for each of us). The chef picks the pastas, but we were told what they would be in advance, and we picked the desserts. The chef picked the rigatoni with mushroom ragu, the paglia e fieno with roasted cauliflower, tagliatelle with traditional bolognese ragu, and bucatini with shrimp and pesto. All of them were delicious. I would give the edge to the paglia e fieno (a delightful mix of green and white pasta) and we didn't like the bucatini quite as much, but I would happily eat all four again. I would have liked the bucatini more with thicker pesto. The two with red sauce were solid and not overly spicy, which I liked. For dessert, the chocolate olive oil cake got high marks from my companion and I loved the affogato sundae. It was three large scoops of gelato plus toppings; it was ill advised for me to eat the whole thing, but I did. I also had glasses of the lambrusco which was perfectly fine. Our waiter was very friendly and helpful explaining the pasta options. The atmosphere was lively but not too loud or distracting. High marks all around. read more

See all

Have been here for brunch and dinner and both were great! Service during brunch has been definitely been more above and beyond (although they're usually much less busy), but has been perfectly serviceable every time I've been. Delicious, high quality food! Highly recommend the tiramisu pancake for brunch. The outdoor tables by the water are wonderful read more

Osteria Morini - Patio area - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

See all

I enjoyed my experience at Osteria Morini at Navy Yard. The cuisine featured is from Northern Italy. Service was very attentive. I was able to get great recommendations. The ambiance was exceptional especially as we moved towards the evening hours. It's perfect for a solo date, for a couple's experience, a friend's date ... I would gladly return. read more

See all

Morini continues to kill it with Morini Monday and they changed up their happy hour. Cons: no food items, but huge pros: it goes until 7 instead of 6! Bar only, like before. Also they gave us complimentary Parmesan popcorn, yum! My only disappointment on this particular visit was that the pasta that supposedly had pesto tasted buttery and had almost zero pesto flavor. It was still delicious and quality, but it wasn't pesto. I will order other dishes next time. The new gramigna pasta is amazing! As is the bramble cocktail! read more

See all

Food was popular with the group but the dining room atmosphere could improve. Came in Saturday evening with some friends for dinner wine and a few desserts. The food was a win across the table, the wine list was also solid and the after dinner drink availability of grappa was a hit with one of our party... not for me. But I did enjoy the port. Saturdays in this neighbourhood can be a bit loud generally and this dining room does not do much to quiet the noise. There was also an electrical or lighting issue causing the dimmed overhead lights to flicker throughout the evening. If you are in the mood for pasta this is a nice Italian and pasta joint in the neighbourhood which has a lot of restaurants to choose from. read more

I dream about the Parmigiano gelato and the cappelletti. The Parmigiano gelato is one of the best cheeses I've ever had and one of the many reasons I keep spending all my money to eat here. The cappelletti is perfection, with pillowy pasta filled with truffled ricotta in a buttery sauce that I could eat forever. My boyfriend and I have gone here for several date nights and with friends, and we always love it. The food is consistently amazing, the staff is warm and attentive, and the whole vibe is always on point. A few times we've been, there's been live music, other times it's just soft jazz in the background, which adds to the classy feel. Also don't even get me started on the waterfront views! If the weather's nice, definitely ask to sit by the window or outside. Everything about this place is great and it's easily one of my favorite restaurants in DC. A true gem. read more

Osteria Morini - Passionfruit Tart - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

See all

Food took 4EVER!! I think our waiter forgot to put the order in. It was ridiculously long and to make matters worse it was empty inside. Besides that the food was average. Not great not bad. Pasta dishes were only ok and the ricotta pancake was overrated. read more

I really wanted to like this place, but unfortunately it was very average. The ambiance and service were good, but what really brought the rating down was the food. The group I went with got three different pastas to share. The gnocchi was overcooked and lacked flavor. The meatballs were tiny and also didn't taste like anything. They ran out of bread by 8 PM which was a little disappointing as well. read more

Popped in here on a Sunday afternoon for some brunch. I arrived 30 minutes after they opened so it was pretty dead. The cold and dreary weather also played a part. I opted to sit a the bar and was greeted by a friendly bartender. I sampled 2 different types of mimosas and decided on a pasta dish for my meal. I originally came for the truffle ravioli but decided to try something different. I chose the Gramigna and this may be my new favorite thing! It's a pasta dish made with sausage and it was delicious! It reminded me of a sausage version of beefaroni. The curly pasta and excellently seasoned sausage with the cream sauce was so great! The food and drinks were great but I really enjoyed speaking with the staff and learning about their other locations and some of their pasta specials they have! I'm super excited to come back for dinner to try the new beer ravioli and the pasta tastings! read more

See all

Food 4.0/5.0 Service 4.0/5.0 Value 3.5/5.0 Decor 4.0/5.0 Overall 4.0/5.0 Decent fresh pastas. The portions are pretty healthy. Good views of the Anacostia. Friendly staff. read more

This is (at least so far!) my favorite Italian restaurant in the DC area, and I've recommended it an untold amount of times at this point -- not to mention I've introduced several people to it personally as well. (I not-so-secretly wish they had an ambassador/superfan program or something because I'd have made mad commission at this point if so!) The pasta is among the best I've had. It's always so, so perfectly cooked, the flavors are good, and the Morini Monday special is a steaaaal. My personal favorites are the mushroom rigatoni and the gramigna. The service in the past has generally been wonderful too. I've been here for occasions before and they do a great job making them special. Alfonso and Eislym have, in particular, been standout staff members. So glad this place exists, and I look forward to continued visits down the road! read more

See all

Omg so amazing! I went for their Morini Monday pasta deal and was impressed with portion sizing not being minuscule! Their outdoor patio seating is lovely, and I'm glad service wasn't slow despite how busy they get! read more

See all