The Pasta Shop has easily become one of my favorite go-to local spots. We order delivery from here…read morepretty frequently and it's never disappointed!! I love the commitment to serving real quality food and authentic Italian dishes. Two of my faves have been the rainbow tortellini and any of the gnocchis, but I like to try something new every time we order... always delicious!!

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.

"Carbonara in Arlington absolutely delivered. The atmosphere was upscale but still welcoming, and…read moreevery dish looked as good as it tasted. The lobster pasta was rich, creamy, and packed with flavor -- the lobster was tender and the pasta cooked perfectly. The appetizers were just as impressive, especially the crispy bites topped with creamy filling and caviar that added a nice touch of luxury. Service was attentive throughout the night, and the presentation of each plate made the experience feel elevated without being overdone. Definitely a great spot for date night, birthdays, or just treating yourself to a quality Italian dinner. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu."

It was a very nice place to have meals. The parking could be a small issue but we were lucky to…read morefind one spot. Dishes were great. We were very excited when we saw our pasta burning inside the huge round cheese! But I wish it had more flavor, salt and black pepper. It really was plain and the pasta was a bit over cooked. Other dishes like salad, calamari and fish were good. We especially liked the calamari. It was with some paprika and was tasty! Inside decoration was very nice, comfortable seats. Our server was friendly too.

OMG I absolutely LOVE this store. Their pizza and sandwiches are delicious; it's always come out…read moreperfect to me! I like shopping here; they have gourmet items and stuff that you don't usually find at normal stores. Excellent customer service and the store is very tidy. Great shop overall. Super friendly staff.

They have a large variety of Italian food, spices, and wine but the star here is their fresh…read moresandwiches. You can't go wrong with a sausage and pepper sandwich from here. It's fresh, hot, and very tasty, definitely worth $12 and you get plenty of food so you get your money's worth. No seating inside here so you can eat at the tables outside if the weather's good, otherwise plan to take it home to eat. Service is fast and friendly here, it's easiest to order your sandwiches online but you can also order at the cashier up front. It's amazing how they crank out the sandwiches like an assembly line but it works. This location has more parking than the other one so it's easier to get a spot. I'll be back here to grab another sandwich and maybe some other Italian food.

I would to say Thank You to Ms. Brittany for making my birthday weekend wonderful. This was my…read morefirst time at this place and I really enjoyed the food, and the service. Thank you for your smooth Bartending skills and my first espresso martini. If you want authentic Italian dish and for brunch this will be the spot to come to. Also saying thank you to the lady that forget to put on her glasses she gave me good history on the authentic of the food. I wish I would had taken out pictures. The only suggestions is to have the fried zucchini a little harder to give a crunch. I would still order it.

juliana was an amazing server and deserves the entire world. would come back here just for her!…read morehost (forgot his name!) also super sweet!

Troy's is the best neighborhood pizza joint in Arlington. I order often. They always use quality…read moreingredients, don't cut corners, and their customer service is consistently great. They put a lot of thought into their menu, which includes Grande mozz for their pizza (and Grande is the BEST) and vegan options for almost everything, which no other shop does. I left my wallet behind, today, and they immediately called me to let me know. Sure, seems like a no-brainer: what business wouldn't? But this was professional, funny, and quick, and they're always going the extra mile for their customers. Thanks, Troy's!

I had never been here before, but they generously offered free lunch to teachers for teacher…read moreappreciation day, so I went. I'm so glad I got to try it; the pizza was great! They have lots of vegan and gluten-free options. I really appreciate their kindness to teachers and I will definitely be back.

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!

ALEXANDRIA, Va. - Hello, 911? I'd like to report an attempted murder…read more Eddie's tried to kill me with a monstrous sandwich. Saturday, midafternoon, I stop by for an Eddie Mootz ($17) (salami, ham, sopressata, mozzarella, on seeded italian). I'm handed this brown paper bag that weighs, I dunno, 3 lbs? I have to carry this back with me to the Metro. Twice along the way, I have to stop and catch my breath. I get home, my kitchen counter sags a bit where I put the bag down. Cripes, Eddie's. And the sandwich itself? 2 meals, easily. Thick thick piles of meat and a shovel-full of mozzarella. Very chewy bread. I work up a sweat just eating this, there's so much labor involved. I ordered online from the Metro, around the DCA stop, and got a notification it was ready before I got to the King Street stop. Fast turnaround. Eddie's is now on my list of places to make a point of going to for sandwiches in the DMV. Really good sandwich, and a lot of it.

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.

A nice Vespa out front. We feel being transported to Italy. All the nice stuff in the store…read moreincluding fresh and crispy French baguettes. Our favorites are their bellini, Italian orange soda, and various Italian crackers. We did come for the Italian panettone cake for Christmas. They sold out of the orange / chocolate flavor and asked us to check back next week.

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.

Came here as a large party of 20 for my birthday celebration. Italian cuisine holds a special place…read morein my heart, and I loved the cozy interior (arched windows, beautiful lighting fixtures) when I walked in for the first time. The night of our dinner reservation, we asked if there was any way we could shift our reservation up (most of us were super hungry after just doing a yoga class), and they were able to accommodate us! Once we arrived, our server attended to our group with grace and warmth. My friends enjoyed their food, from the pizza to the chicken parmesan to the pasta. I usually eat chicken Alfredo, but tried the shrimp Alfredo and it was delicious! Toward the end of the meal, I was able to choose a complimentary dessert, and went for my server's recommendation, the pistachio cake. As the meal wrapped up, we were stunned when the lights went out (a few of us thought the power went out). However, it was a dramatic transition into me being surprised with cake and song! The cake was layered beautifully, fragrant and fluffy, and not too sweet. I passed it down the table for each of my friends to try, and they all offered words of praise. I'm looking forward to returning when I'm craving traditional Italian food again! Thank you for helping to create a special memory.