Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., Ristorante Piccolo is a charming and intimate Italian restaurant known for its delicious cuisine and romantic ambiance. With a focus on traditional Italian flavors and fresh, high-quality ingredients, Ristorante Piccolo offers a menu that is sure to satisfy any craving. From homemade pasta dishes to flavorful seafood and tender meat entrees, guests can indulge in a variety of culinary delights. The cozy atmosphere, complete with a fireplace and balcony seating, makes Ristorante Piccolo the perfect spot for a romantic evening or special celebration. With a carefully curated wine list and attentive service, guests can expect a memorable dining experience at this renowned restaurant. Whether for a casual lunch or a romantic dinner, Ristorante Piccolo promises a taste of Italy in a picturesque setting.
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Amenities and More
- Alcohol
- Accepts reservations
- Credit cards
- Small plates
- Kids' menu
- Free of charge street parking
- Outdoor seating
- Vegetarian options
- Paid street parking
- Somewhat difficult to find a space
- Comfort food
- Paid multi-storey car park
Reviews
We were walking around #Georgetown tonight and stopped by and took a look at the menu. The manager greeted us and asked us if we have eaten here before. We replied with a big ole Midwestern 'nope'. Then mentioned we did not have reservations. He said for you. You do not have to worry. He sat us immediately. The staff and food were amazing. We will definitely be back!!
We had our grandson and he was in awe!!
Stopped in for a late lunch without a reservation, was seated immediately. The brunch prix fixe menu looked perhaps too abundant so we went with lighter options with no regrets. Great bruschetta and the eggplant appetizer was excellent. Pizza margherita was very good - particularly the mozzarella.
Saw a review that talked about the food not having any flavor, not sure if the chef at the time had a bad day or what, but I can't agree with any of the statements‼️
Some of the best Italian food I've ever had in the United States 👌
Everything is made from scratch, the pasta, sauces, salad dressings... and all ingredients were super fresh!
- Burratta Al Altopiano (appetizer)🔥
With fresh basil pesto and sun dried tomatoes.
- Insalata Toscano Tristate: 🥗 Very light, but incredibly flavorful.
- Tortellini Carbonara: The pasta was perfectly aldente 🤌 The sauce was thick, creamy, with fresh herbs and so flavorful.
- Fettuccine Oceano: the biggest chunks of lobster, scallops and 🦐, definitely worth the money 👌
- Tiramisu: 🔥🔥 Also made in house, and absolutely delightful! (Have an espresso with it to compliment)
Jorge & Frankie: incredible service, from being greeted outside at the door, to allowing us to sit upstairs, away from everyone so my bf could answer work calls without disturbing anyone. Everyone was personable, fast and the atmosphere transported me right into Italy.
Paid street parking available.
Outdoor seating available.
We sat outside and enjoyed the lobster ravioli and lobster risotto. The waiter was so helpful and the owner is so sweet. Come and enjoy yourselves
Seriously the best Italian food I’ve had in ages. I got the rigatoni Gorgonzola, and it had the most incredible rich flavor. The blood orange Italian soda was great, too. One member of my party didn’t get his order, and our server was so apologetic. He gave us a fresh pasta dish to take home, two desserts, and comped the drinks. I would have given five stars for the food alone and five more stars for the customer service.
Really enjoyed brunch before a matinee at the Kennedy center. 2 course and a drink for $32 plus an option for bottomless. The service was attentive and the food delicious- especially the lamb stufato.
I went with a girlfriend of mine for a leisurely splurge day about Georgetown. Decided on Ristorante Piccolo for dinner on a Friday, walk-in was available as it was just before the dinner rush, and had our pick of the free table in the nook by the window, underneath the stairs. Very cute and intimate restaurant, and the rest of it--downstairs or upstairs--was no less attractive. Fireplace on both floors, with a cute balcony to eat on when it gets warmer.
I ended up getting a full course meal, with complimentary bread and olive oil, which was delicious... along with a side dish of Linguine which was surprisingly large and plentiful, but SO good! Who'd have thought something so simple on the menu would be so tasty?
For the main dish I got a Margherita Pizza which was absolutely satisfying as well, and we split a bottle of white wine, per the recommendation of our kind and attentive waiter. For dessert, I got vanilla ice cream with bits of chocolate drizzled on top and it was rich, yes, but satisfied my sweet tooth without sacrificing the flavor and experience of the dessert as a dish in and of itself.
Everything was so wonderful, from the food to the service to the atmosphere... and I came to love love love this restaurant. It's a great little splurge of Italian cusine with an intimate setting, and I'd recommend everything based off my first experience here.
After we paid and left, too, we stopped outside so my friend could smoke her cigarette, and we ran into the owner, Ahmed, who stopped to briefly chat with us. He was very kind, and welcomed us back and, overall, left me with a genuine feeling of wanting to return. I hope to do so again soon! Thanks for a fantastic dining experience!
*PS: there was a violinist playing lovely music near the front entrance, which added to the overall atmosphere. Also, the Gnocchi is made in-house, confirmed to me by Ahmed the owner, which I definitely will have to try next time I return!
Full recommendation from me at 5/5 stars!
I don’t know how we found this little gem, tucked away off 31st in Georgetown, but I am glad we did! Our server Ylli was amazing. Good service is usually enough to bring us back… but in this case, the service AND the food was simply outstanding. Cyrus, the manager was so welcoming, and we felt like we had been patrons for years. This restaurant is now our go to… if you’re looking for a great Italian restaurant, with a homey vibe. This is it. We ordered 6 different entrees, and each one were stellar. My personal favorite is the seafood risotto. Absolutely phenomenal!
Location
1068 31st St NW, Washington, DC 20007, United States
Hours
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