Best Italian Restaurants in Rosslyn

A bit cramped in the bar/waiting area, and I didn’t like that I had to wait to be seated due to my date not being present. It was freezing having to stand by the entrance. Outside of that the food was amazing, the drinks were good, and the service was timely.

Love Filomena Ristorante! It is our “go-to” for special occasion dinners. They offer more than just a meal—they deliver an experience steeped in tradition, warmth, and culinary excellence. From the moment you step inside, the old-world charm envelops you. The Christmas décor is beautiful and sets a nice festive ambiance for the holidays. We started our meal with the Wagyu Beef Carpaccio, the Crab Purse and Meatballs (a must have on each visit). All were delicious and we would not hesitate to order again. The main courses were equally spectacular—the Linguini Cardinale, loaded with fresh seafood and a decadent cream sauce, is a masterpiece, the Veal Chop, which melts in your mouth, and the Tortelloni Di Michele, a luscious brisket stuffed pillow with a wonderful mushroom sauce. We highly recommend all three of these dishes. The perfect end to such a delicious meal is any of their exceptional desserts.The Filomena Cannoli is a showstopper, as is any of their cheesecakes or the Tres Leches cake. Pair it with a robust espresso or enjoy with the provided Sambuca or Amaretto. The service at Filomena is second to none. The staff are attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about ensuring every guest feels like family. Whether it’s a romantic evening, a celebratory dinner, or just a casual night out, they make every moment special.

Josh is an amazing server. I’ll request him every time!

Mele rivals all top rated restaurants. Small plate of trout and asparagus featured perfectly cooked items with delicious, delicate, savory, light and creamy sauce with ginger on the side. My husband’s steak was superb and our first-time-at-Mele guests were delighted with their four cheese ravioli, with special kudos to the spinach on top. Carlos is a lovely, skilled waiter, our long time favorite. Mele wins the prize.

Food was fantastic—service on the other hand was not