I wanted to try this since learning about it- I'm Italian and a huge pasta fan. The Pappardelle was…read moredelicious- not exactly Al dente but still good. The cream tomato sauce hit the mark without being too overbearing of either. The spaghetti dish was fantastic. The olive oil, garlic, and red pepper combo hit the spot. Seems basic, but executed perfectly. I was hoping for more homemade noodles, but it was basic boxed spaghetti- or so it tasted. Both portions were extremely generous. The only thing that would elevate the dishes would be some meat like pancetta or pork as a meat and to add some texture. The meatballs offered were in marinara and wouldn't go. I did get a chicken tender but that was definitely not homemade.

The Pasta Stop is a newer takeaway pasta shop that just opened up on Glebe -…read more This place offers a seamless online ordering for pickup; they also have catering services, too. They have a variety of different pasta dishes, such as Fettuccine Basil Marinara, Four Cheese Ravioli, and Pappardelle with Homemade Tomato Cream Sauce. We ordered: +Chicken Tenders with Marinara & Mozzarella - topped with marinara and melted mozzarella cheese +the Rigatoni Tomato Cream - prepared with tomato cream sauce and Parm +the Fettuccine alla Panna - prepared with cream and cheese; a lighter and thinner version of alfredo Everything was packaged well, and the portions were generous - staff were friendly and efficient! I'd like to try their Fried Ravioli and the Pappardelle with Rich Meat Sauce on the next visit! Look for the black-painted brick with the yellow sign; parking available. +takeaway pasta shop +seamless online ordering process +friendly service

The food was outstanding! The service was impeccable. Our waitress, Skyler guided us on our…read moreculinary journey. Highly recommend! This place will not disappoint. It's great to have an authentic Italian restaurant nestled in our neighborhood. Bravo!

Beautiful atmosphere, fantastic service, and the food...Amazing. Cannot wait to go back for…read moremore!!​

A Milano, some Route 11 chips, and gelato... basically, I had a very Italian afternoon…read more The sandwich, chips, and gelato were all amazing! The Italian Store has so many Italian subs to choose from, but I went with the Milano, their most popular sub. The combination of the sweet and spicy peppers really made this sandwich stand out. There was just the right balance of flavors, and I can definitely see why it's one of their most popular choices. A heads-up when ordering: They typically have several sandwiches pre-made and ready to go, but if you want something made fresh to order, you'll need to order by phone or online. At least at the Lyon Village location, you can't order a made-to-order sandwich directly at the counter. So if you have your heart set on a freshly made sub, plan ahead! Of course, no Italian sub is complete without chips. They carry Route 11, a Virginia-based chip company, and they had several varieties available: lightly salted, dill pickle, Chesapeake Crab, Mama Zuma's Revenge, and salt & pepper. I went with the lightly salted, which was the perfect pairing with my Milano. Unfortunately, the Lyon Village location doesn't have fresh gelato, so I had to settle for the pre-packaged variety. I went with the caramel gelato, and it was delicious! It wasn't overly sweet, which I appreciated, although it was a little on the expensive side. The store was pretty busy when I stopped in, with several people inside and a few others enjoying the outdoor tables. They also sell pizza by the slice, or you can order a whole pizza to take home. I saw several people leaving with whole pizzas, so clearly I need to add that to my next visit. Between the Milano, Route 11 chips, and caramel gelato, this was a fantastic first experience. Definitely coming back -- next time, I'm trying the pizza!

I really don't want to do this review! Why? Because I, and many of the locals, would love to keep…read morethis Jim of a place all to ourselves. The sandwiches here are absolutely amazing. There's a lot of back-and-forth about who offers the best sandwiches./subs in the DMV. My vote is for The Italian Store! Even when you're in a rush, they have ready-made classic sub choices for grab-n-go. This is a great spot to try for lunch one day or even on the weekend. You will not be disappointed. Also, when the workday has been to rough and you don't feel up to cooking, TIS is a great option. Happy eating.

Food was amazing and service was really impressive. Alexa C was our server and she was very kind…read moreand attentive and provided wonderful service. We sat outside and the ambiance was great.

I am officially obsessed with Mia's. It is my go-to for anything Italian. You legitimately can't…read morego wrong here. The food is divine - house made pastas, fluffy pizzas, simple yet sophisticated salads (strawberry arugula with the straciatella is chef's kiss). This place is no secret. I highly recommend getting a reservation. Don't be deterred if OpenTable doesn't have availability. If you call and are kind to the host staff, I have found that they can sometimes squeeze you in. The downstairs is loud and vibrant, while the upstairs is a bit sexier with velvet drapes, paintings, and dim lighting. It can get a little loud, but you will be too busy eating the best Italian food around to really notice. It is a must-go.

Updating my review from 3 stars to 5. Haven't eaten at Troy's in a few years. Have been ordering…read morevegan pizza from a competitor. Today, I decided to try again. The pizzas and the wings were incredible. Everything was baked and cooked perfectly, and the toppings were generous (which was primarily why I gave three stars before). Honestly, it was better than the place I've been ordering from for the last few years. They just regained a regular. Hoping this is the new normal here. Well done, Troy's.

The most delicious pizza I think I've ever had. Creative with the toppings, too. I didn't expect to…read morefind such gourmet food in such a low-profile dive, but I was proven wrong. The place can be hard to find, tucked away between neighboring businesses, but this place is a gem.

Best authentic Italian food for a great price. Fast and excellent service. Family ran restaurant…read morethat made me feel right at home. Strongly recommend!

I found pappardelle at Dal Grano's once and that says all you need to know. Papardelle are wide,…read moresoft, flat pasta noodles that I first had in Rome decades ago. Growing up Italian stateside, I never knew about this light, wavy pasta dish. So pappardelle pasta is like some rare delicacy and I love it. This pasta dish is not easy to find unless it has been popularized in the Italian dining scene, recently. How can I explain this pasta? Papardelle are not thick like butter noodles, but instead they are thin yet wide. And at Dal Grano's, they must be experienced to be savoured. Do call ahead, because they might just have them made. Dal Grano's is a neighborhood place. We love how when you are dining, they actually talk to you and are friendly. There are a few other places around Mclean proper which I wish were more overtly warm and hospitable, in this way. All of Dal Grano's pasta is homemade and delicious. It's definitely great for carryout pasta or a diner-style environment with a homemade pasta lunch or dinner. I don't think they deliver or work with any of the delivery services. You just call and pickup. The butternut squash ravioli is tender and flavorful. We have probably have gotten different versions of their ravioli every time. Outside of the papardelle, I'm all in for their rich squid ink pasta when it's made. I don't go there enough to know if it's always available. They have over 50 homemade pasta combinations to choose from and a big freezer case of food to take home. My biggest issue with Dal Grano's is when I see all of the pastas in the serving bowls presented to order and cook, I want to buy them all at once. I know it sounds tacky, but they make me yearn for a pasta buffet there just so that I can taste all of the variations. Alas, if we were in town more we'd just need to go more often to taste all of their selection. There's only one other restaurant that does Italian this well and it's around 15 minutes away in Falls Church. But even that fabulous Italian restaurant does not compare with the amount and selection of homemade pastas at Dal Grano's.

AWESOME local market with a small amount of offerings- but a very good selection…read more Honestly the main reason for stopping in during our Sunday stroll, was the hot dogs in the window & the sign out front- And I must say... I WISH I WENT BACK FOR ANOTHER! Wooooooooow!!! Best dogs in DC! I will be adding this hot dog to my weekly line up...!!!! Happy to have this neighborhood spot, you'll always have my business. Toasted brioche bun, hot dog cooked perfectly- all the fixin's! (My mouth is watering just writing this!) The customer service was wonderful, very friendly & neighborhood feels! Also got a few other snacks, all were fantastic & locally hand picked for this store. -The PRETZEL TOFFEE RIPPLE, by MT Desert Island--local ice cream...was bomb! Will be back again this week for more 'dogs' + snacks!! So happy to have stumbled on this place today!!!!

It's still five stars here, and they also opened the nearby Sara's Market. Love them both. But now…read morethe "food desert" aspects of Georgetown have improved since my previous review. We got our Whole Foods back (although it is mechanized, so the ambience sucks), and Trader Joe's opened, as did Wegman's and Streets. So there is competition, definitely, but this little corner shop still has my heart.

Second best sandwiches I have ever had, but best on the East coast…read more I'm in Arlington on business from the West Coast and was looking for a quick lunch spot when I stumbled into this little hidden gem. I've eaten at plenty of delis over the years, but Eddie's Little Shop completely surprised me with flavors I've genuinely never tasted before. The sandwiches here are incredibly unique, creative combinations that just explode with flavor in ways I wasn't expecting. What really stood out were the huge, fresh chunks of real mozzarella, paired with their homemade-style dressings, sauces, and condiments. It's easily one of the best sandwiches I've ever had, and I've tried a lot. The portions are generous, the bread is spot-on. I'll definitely be back before my trip ends. If you're in Arlington, do not miss Eddie's Little Shop Deli. Highly, highly recommended!

Best sandwich shop in Old Town now has the best breakfast sandwich in Old Town. BEC is a must-try.read more

This place is awesome! About once a month, when I worked in Arlington, we would go here for lunch…read more They were pretty quick with the subs and really quick with the slices. Life hack - I would visit here to get their sauces and fresh/fresher pasta which really makes a difference when cooking for your girlfriend. She did know that I picked it up there from time to time. Some of it was frozen and could be thawed in the fridge overnight and it was easily warmed up in a pan and it would make the house smell like a home cooked meal. Occasionally my best half and I would come by after work for a sub or some pizza and sit outside while the world went by. That was 20 years ago when Arlington was a little slower paced. However, in 20 years, not much had changed. The food was still great and they had unique foods and dishes as well as amazing subs and pizza.

So good. So the…read moremarket is relatively small similar to what you would find in NY or new jersey. All food is fresh and they have grocery items too including wine for purchase. For sandwiches, they have ready made items but if custom, you need to order this ahead of time.

Don't judge a book by its cover -- the place may not look like much from the outside, but the food…read moreand service blew us away. We were in town for my Italian grandmother's service at Arlington Cemetery, and I wanted to select a nice Italian restaurant for 7 of us on short notice on a Saturday. My family had doubts on my selection, but by the end of dinner they were apologizing -- the food was that good. Our waiter, Navi, was excellent. He patiently answered every single question from my very particular family and made the whole night feel effortless. There was also a guitarist playing chill background music that added the perfect touch to the evening. I had the chicken francese and finished with the spumoni tartufo -- both excellent. My dad ordered the tiramisu and said it was the best he's ever had. This place genuinely impressed an Italian family. Highly recommend -- go in, and don't let the outside fool you.

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.