Once again I find myself here. After a month married, my wife and I wanted to do a mini…read morecelebration. What better place than the best restaurant in our neighborhood. We head over around 6p, no res. Seated immediately outside. I double up this time...tortelloni di michael AND the bucatini carbonara. I've gotten both items before but you know, when in Ballston. As always, amazing service, amazing people, amazing food, amazing vibes. We had a small chat with the outside manager and he was great too. Our server even tossed us a tiramisu on the house to celebrate the occasion. Love this place and can't wait to go back.

Two Haiku Review:…read more Finally tried here, Ordered the bolognese and The calamari, Really liked the squid! Great vibe and not too pricey. Service was good too.

The sandwiches are great - go for the muffuletta. Check the website before you go as you may need…read moreto order sandwiches in advance.

Stopped in only to see this place is on life support. In 2026 still the worst sub shop in the DC…read morearea. What's most disappointing isn't how bad it is today, it's how good it used to be. Anyone who remembers this place from years ago remembers taking a number, waiting in line, and getting one of the best made-to-order subs in the region? The sandwiches were worth the wait. Maybe the parents moved back to Italia and the kids got stuck with the greedy landlord. Now its just a lazy we don't care overpriced landlord run revenue generator. 6 years after COVID and the subs are still pre-made dying in over stacked pile on the counter. The rolls are often soggy by the time they reach the customer, and the fillings are so thinly layered that each bite feels more like bread sandwich with some after thought what's inside. It screams KEEP THE COST DOWN. What was once a destination deli now feels like a place that's simply too tired to care. The decline reminds me of when DC bartenders traded free pours for jiggers. Less booze, higher prices, and a straight face while handing it to you 30 minutes later with a clever name like Adam's Apple. Same business model here. Less meat, more bread, and somehow we're all expected to clap. The saddest part is that it's still busy, largely because there are fewer and fewer alternatives. The independent mom-and-pop shops that gave this area character have been pushed out, and we're left with a shell of what this place used to be. At this point, I've had fresher and better-constructed subs from Harris Teeter. That's not meant as a compliment. When customers start comparing a legendary deli to a grocery store sandwich counter--and the grocery store holds its own--it's probably time for some serious soul-searching. Nostalgia can only carry a business so far. Unfortunately, the sandwich I had was living almost entirely on memories.

Maxi was the most amazing server I have had. I have been coming here for 3 yrs and he inspired me…read moreto do a food review. Debbie was very nice and a pleasant, they both made it their mission to make our days. These two have no idea what their energy gave us. In a world where things feel uncertain being public they certainly gave me faith and hope in humans. Maxi enjoyment for life is a ray of sunshine. We thank you for your service and making my sister and I feel welcomed and home. I will certainly request him as a server again

Went during the last week of may, I came from New Jersey on the sunday and enjoyed the restaurant…read moreand the server. I forgot his name but it did start with an A. Really gave the resturant a great reputation! Will be back soon!

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 eat there frequently Pizza and sandwiches are very good. Every one there is super friendly!read more

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.

Some of the best pasta I have had in a long time. This is a small almost hole in the wall in a…read morestrip mall in McLean hiding truly excellent Italian meals. Our server was extremely friendly and helpful. They offer most of the traditional Italian dishes but the main highlight is their build your own pasta dish with a variety of pasta shapes to choose from followed by protein and sauce options. I went with the All'amatriciana with sausage mixed in, and wow is all I can say. My plate was completely empty in short time it was that good. I would definitely come back here multiple times to try the different options.

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.

Classic staple of this neighborhood - been around for a hot minute. Your go to spot for everything…read moreItalian in Arlington. I'd say though has become a bit more commercialized - missing that Italian family feeling.