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Creative wood-fired Italian eats in an airy, rustic-industrial space with open kitchen & large bar.
1822 1st St NW, Washington, DC 20001, United States

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Reviews — 8

Skyler “Sky” Shuler
at 2023 Sep 17
Skyler “Sky” Shuler
at 2023 Sep 17
Dim lit, romantic atmosphere, friendly staff and to die for food options paired delectably with cocktails that will blow your mind.
Theresa
at 2023 Sep 05
Theresa
at 2023 Sep 05
Walked in without a reservation at open and was fortunate to get immediately seated at a table. The ricotta crostini is truly a perfect dish - please order this when you come! The fennel in the ragu pasta makes the sauce sublime. The peach crisp dessert was the bow tied upon a fantastic dinner experience.
Hao Trieu
at 2023 Aug 22
Hao Trieu
at 2023 Aug 22
Our server Veronica was wonderful. We ordered the Mezzi Rigatoni, Squid Ink Pasta, Chicken Liver & Foie Grasse Mousse, and 4 drinks total (pics not shown for all). Tables for 2 to dine-in along the back wall were a little close to each other for my liking (hitting butts against the tables) but the service and food were spectacular. Make sure to make a reservation, it’s just easier.
Marisa Checca
at 2023 Aug 04
Marisa Checca
at 2023 Aug 04
I have been here several times and it never disappoints. All their food is so fresh, homemade, and I love how they have a seasonal menu and it’s always changing. It’s always someplace I take visitors as they are always very consistent and tasty.
Jason Anderson
at 2023 Jul 29
Jason Anderson
at 2023 Jul 29
First off, a bit of history. When I wondered why so many 1-star reviews I was reminded of an incident where they used their rights as a private business to refuse service to a customer and received the wrath of the conservative zombies. Funny how it's ok to take cases like that to the Supreme Court if it fits your "values" - but I digress.

It's amazing to find such a fine dining establishment in such a small unassuming town. Everything was on point from the drinks and appetizers (the cheese plate from another local store was amazing), dinner (again, locally sourced), to desert. The service was both attentive and personal without being overbearing.

Also loved the ambience. A single, small room with a few tables and a full view of the kitchen.

Could not have been happier. So why a photo of the door? Was too immersed in enjoying the experience to take photos. No regrets on that!

Would eat there again in heartbeat.
Rohit Mehta
at 2023 Jun 16
Rohit Mehta
at 2023 Jun 16
If you are looking for a memorable night then this is your place. Ensure that you book the reservation well in advance as this place is completed packed each time we have visited. Very popular among locals. The chef keeps changing the menu as per the season which is great.
There pasta dishes are where they shine.
Over all a great place to have fun with your friends and families.
I highly recommend.
Sabrina Campfield
at 2023 Apr 24
Sabrina Campfield
at 2023 Apr 24
Overall: ~ 4 stars
I made a dinner reservation a month in advance. The restaurant was busy but we were seated right away. The service is prompt and the staff are friendly.
The food: We started with a bottle of the chilled Poulsard (#10). It was sweet and lighter than expected for a red. We tried: the Whipped Ricotta Crostini (the honey was a nice touch but there was an overwhelming amount of ricotta); the Wild Mushroom Arancini (chef’s kiss- it was amazing); the Spaghetti Verde (good but kind of bland); and the Mezzi Rigatoni (delicious). We’d visit again!

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