I never write reviews but I need to jump on here and say that I love this place!! The chicken parm…read morewith pink sauce is delish and the service is amazing - the staff is so personable.

This is my second time here and every time I leave, I always dream of how good this food is. The…read moreservice is always top-notch and they make you feel like family. I love the mouth feel of the linguine. Perfectly cooked and the sauce is perfection! The bread is also so fresh and the balsamic and olive oil are right on the table so you can mix it to dip your bread in. I suggest this place to all of my friends for an amazing gem in the Arlington area.

A Modo Mio offers many food specials. For example, on Tuesdays, that's when we stopped there for…read moredinner, all their pasta dishes are 1/2 price. However, given that they ranked 32nd among this country's top 50 Pizza restaurants, I had to order a pizza. And I'll get to my pizza after I discuss some other things, because it all plays together. Also, during my visit, I kept drawing comparisons between this place and Pupatella, a local Neapolitan pizza juggernaut. The Big Question to answer is why A Modo Mio got a spot on the Top 50 while Pupatella didn't even make the cut. Access is easy, and parking is good. There are lots of spaces that wrap around the restaurant. That's in contrast to Pupatell, which has limited parking and where I always wind up using the Safeway lot across the street. The restaurant is clean and spacious, with plenty of comfortable seating. It also has a long, well-stocked bar where you can sit to enjoy a beverage or a meal. Pupatella doesn't have any of that. When you arrive, you're greeted by a host who shows you to your seat. A very short while later, a waiter shows up and does all the things waiters do. At Pupatella, you wait in line to place your order, then find an open table. TLDR: Your dining experience, outside of the food, is much more civilized and relaxing at A Modo Mio. The pie that earned their 32 out of 50 ranking was the Sicilia. But I ordered a 12" Casertana because I'm not crazy about eggplant and like sausage. The pie arrived a short while later, piping hot and loaded with sausage. The taste was sublime and delicious. My only complaint was that the basil was added before baking, and I prefer that herb when it's not reduced to ash. So back to The Big Question, is the A Modo Mio pizza *that* much better than Pupatella that it earned a spot amongst the Top 50 while the other one didn't even make the cut? Frankly, it's not. It is good pizza... possibly great pizza. But that's also true of the other place. What sets A Modo Mio apart from that other place, and the answer to the Big Question, is that the criteria for generating the Top 50 list included more than the pizza. It also took into account: - Hospitality and Service - Ambiance - Beverage Program. Beyond the pizza, A Modo Mio has those things in abundance, while the other place pretty much has none. TLDR: Comparing pizzas side by side, the two places are on par. However, if you take into account the entire dining experience, you will be much happier with your pizza here, as opposed to that other place or most other pizza restaurants in the DMV area.

Voted best pizza in Arlington…read more Boy did they have huge shoes to fill with that accolade. I came in expecting to be Wowed by their pizza and it was just alright for me. I made a mistake and didn't realize this was a fork and knife establishment. I picked up my pizza and all the toppings fell off. But to be honest... even with "fork and knife pizza" the toppings should not be goopy and slippery. Does the best pie and Arlington hold like that on the regular? Nothing special about the toppings either. The crust and dough were the best part of this experience, but an amazing pie, should have all component's complimenting each other. Is it decent pizza? Yes. Best pizza in Arlington? I don't think so.

Been here 3 times in the last couple of months since moving to the neighborhood. There are almost…read morealways tables available. The food is surprisingly very good. My only thoughts that would keep people away are the prices and/or sometimes below average service experience. My go to is the lobster ravioli. The steamed calamari (the dish is similar to steamed clams or mussels) was very good. The chicken parmigiana is also a hearty meal.

Went here last night with my friend for dinner and it was the perfect girls night spot or even like…read morea date night spot. The server was really kind and gave us recommendations. We shared the cheeseboard, the penne à la vodka, and the tiramisu. I unfortunately forgot to take a picture of the penne vodka, but it was delicious. The best part of the meal was the tiramisu because it was just the right amount of coffee in the cake and it wasn't overbearing or taking away from the flavor. The only complaint that I would have is unlike most Italian places there wasn't like a bread with oil served complementary.

Two Haiku Review:…read more Great New York style slice. Just so you know, it's better to get a full pie, Plus who doesn't want more pizza? My favorite is the sausage/pepper.

Pizza served up cold and slow…read more A sometimes-good walk-up shop with NY-style pre-made slices and some beer in cans available. You order at the counter or online and pick-up. Open late. When I had ordered previously, I always found that my pie was not ready and I had to wait. Each time, I waited a bit longer, and each time, still not ready. So, this time, ordered my pizza before 9:00 PM and did not depart immediately -- but instead waited a full 20 minutes before even walking there slow. When I arrived, the pizza was..... still not ready. It occurs to me that this shop is situated in a time zone that is somehow TEN MINUTES BEHIND the time your order is due. The guy says "five minutes." In any case, I stand, I wait.... and I.... wait some more. It wasn't five minutes. Lots of workers standing. Nearing the 9:30 mark, someone finally says "have you been helped?" And whadda ya know? Found out the reason I was still waiting - BECAUSE MY PIE WAS SITTING THERE THE WHOLE DAMN TIME! Getting cold. She says "we're just getting that cut up." But they weren't - it was already cut. They took one of their old pies off the rack and slid it right into a box. It wasn't in the oven. I could feel it was cold, but yes, I took it and went home. I can't say you couldn't eat it but.... it wasn't good. We did eat some of it, but only after baking it in my own oven. Good thing I ordered in advance, eh? If you are going to do a take out here, my advice would be to skip ordering altogether, and just go there and get the slices yourself. They won't be too fresh, but at least it will be fast. Better yet, go across the street to Quincy Hall, (or over to Wise Guys) where they will bake the pizza to order and have it hot and ready when you arrive. Keep in mind here they charge $32 for a pizza, full price only. NOT worth it, won't be back, do not recommend.

The food is delicious and staff is very friendly. I will definitely return to eat at Grazie grazie…read morewithout any hesitation. Love this place

Across from Ballston Quarter in an open alleyway sits a small retail spot that has once held…read morefast-casual chicken joints and clean-eating vegetarian chains. Now, a Philadelphia-inspired Italian deli is the latest contender. Inside, it's a simple yet stylish decor that doesn't take itself very seriously, with a simple gallon of Deer Park water and a pile of plastic cups left on a counter for those that need H20. Both high-top tables and booths give customers options to sit down or make it a quick stop. Ordering is done via a row of tablets. I got a basic Cheesesteak. This chopped steak ain't chopped. It was served on a soft sesame roll, complete with sharp cheese that was creamy and flavorful. The beef itself was well seasoned, fresh, and hot off the grill. Overall, good food. The prices are a bit high if you ask me, but you won't be disappointed with your hoagie.

Solid Neapolitan from Pupatella. The pepperoni pie had a properly charred, blistered crust with…read moregood chew, fresh mozzarella, basil, and crisp-edged cup pepperoni that crisped up nicely. Sauce was bright and not over-applied. The fried mozzarella balls were golden and crunchy outside, melty inside, and came with marinara and a sweet chili dipping sauce. Good order to split.

We happen to stumble upon this location. We have been to the Alexandria location quite a few times…read moreand I will say I think I enjoyed this location most mainly because its more spacious. I will also add it was clean as well. We went here for pi day and the pizza pie did not disappoint. I ate all that goodness in one sitting. That's how good that pizza was. I truly felt like fat bastard and told that margarita pizza get in my belly. Everything was cooked to perfection. The freshly squeezed lemonade was really good but I dont think they offer free refills because we never got one and I wish they did because it was so delicious. Our server was very polite and greeted us with a glass of water which is always appreciated. The food didnt take long to arrive at our table. I have to add these pizza are pretty pricey. This is a treat yourself pizza pie not a everyday day pizza pie. But, if you got it like that by all means go weekly. You will not be disappointed. If not go monthly. Overall, its a good dining experience. I would definitely recommend.

We often seek out local, neighborhood places when we travel, instead of big name franchises, which…read moreis how we found Quincy Hall. Fun and lively atmosphere, staff is super friendly, and the menu has a great variety of food items for all different tastes. There's definitely something for everyone! Their bar menu is awesome! Amazing selection of beer and creative cocktails. Food was delicious, drinks were excellent, and we loved the vibe. We will definitely be back the next time we visit the area.

Quincy Hall was one of the first local spots I visited when I moved to Arlington! It's great! I…read moreknow that Arlington has an oversaturation if sports bars (not an issue with me as a sports fan) but Quincy Hall is so much more than a place you go to watch a game. On Mondays and Tuesdays they host Trivia. On Saturday nights they do karaoke. There's also two dart boards as well. It's a place you can go and vibe and wind down after a day at work. I usually am a regular as I go on Tuesdays for Trivia night. I like that the tables have QR codes codes so you can order directly from the table on your phone. Of course if you prefer the old-fashioned way, you can ways go to the cash register by the bar and place and order. I've had the pizza before and it rocks! My go-to is the pepperoni pizza or sometimes if the pizza of the month sounds good I'll get a few slices of that. The standard pizza is very NY-style. But they also have Detroit style which is pretty great as well. I've also tried the nachos, pretzel, French fries, chicken park sub, and the chicken tenders. But I gotta say I really enjoy the pizza at Quincy Hall the most!

Adjacentcy to hotel row in Crystal City means you're in a tourist heavy area with restaurant…read morepricing and offerings consistent with shooting fish in a barrel. Against that yardstick, Portofino was really rather decent offering excellent service and fare that while not "Nonna caliber" was surprisingly good. While I wasn't thrilled about being hit with a pasta upcharge on a veal dish which in the Italian canon must come with pasta, larceny was otherwise kept to a minimum. For a decent meal in a pinch, Portofino works.

The best Italian I have had in years. If you want Italian you cannot do better in the area.read more