Top Best Italian Restaurants in Gaithersburg

"With gorgeous views of the Potomac River and a seafood market counter to evoke a Mediterranean feel, this restaurant can not be missed. Opened in early 2014, this is the third restaurant Chef Fabio Trabocchi has opened in the district and it continues to be must-go destination for foodies. Menus change daily based on fresh ingredient availability so be sure to check out their website before you make a reservation."

"The name means “star of the sea,” and swanky seafood restaurant Fiola Mare lives up to the hype with spectacular views of the Georgetown waterfront. The clientele is indeed star-powered; Michelle and Barack Obama have been spotted here. Of course, reviewers appreciate the outdoor seating and waterfront views, with “nice outdoor seating perfect for social distancing” according to one Google user."

"Located right on the waterfront in Georgetown, Fiola Mare is the seafood-centric sibling of Fiola, featuring some of the freshest fish in the District. With outdoor seating when it's warm, you can dine with a gorgeous view of the Kennedy Center and the Monuments."

"Certainly one of the most charming outdoor patios, the Iron Gate’s terrace is shrouded by leafy, tangly wisteria vines. In this fairy tale-like setting, you can enjoy farm-to-table Mediterranean dishes like heirloom tomato panzanella and spicy feta dip. Unsurprisingly, OpenTable reviewers say this “beautiful, canopied courtyard” and “wonderful outdoor terrace” is the perfect place to enjoy a socially-distanced meal."

"This setting of a swanky intimate dining room, endearing patio and garden, and vibrant carriageway barroom is beyond charming, and the mezze-driven Mediterranean menu is just the start of a well-crafted meal. Chef Anthony Chittum offers nightly multi-course tasting menus and the option of wine pairings from a list of nearly 400 bottles."

"4 out of 5 stars Restaurants Dupont Circle. There are so many ways to do it at this rebooted Dupont landmark eatery, when “it” means feast. Spontaneously with small plates at the bar?"

"Fiola, which is situated squarely between the Capitol Building and the White House, is a prime destination for Washington, DC’s upper echelon of diplomats and politicians. The proprietors of Fiola embrace a commitment to quality in every aspect of the restaurant. The menu is updated daily, with a constantly evolving assortment of finely crafted Italian dishes."

"Offering a menu of trattoria classics, Fiola features dishes like Filet Mignon with Piemontese Brasato Sauce, Celery Root Purée and Wild Mushrooms.[Learn more]"

"1340 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 Additionally, Nicholas Stefanelli owns Masseria, another two star restaurant. Masseria is an Italian restaurant that celebrates the Italian flavors that shaped Nicholas Stefanelli’s culinary experiences as a child. The restaurant embodies an austere Italian farm, the industrial nature of the Union Market area and the style of its owner."

"Masseria is a Michelin starred restaurant with an upscale, but casual flare featuring fine Italian cooking. Rustic with excellent lighting, you’ll want to check out the restaurant’s cozy patio, open kitchen, and exciting interior flooring. Try their 5-course tasting menu for a photo shoot, but don’t be swayed by the run-down exterior or neighborhood."

"Tucked away in the Union Market neighborhood, Chef Nicholas Stefanelli's Italian-inspired prix fixe menus are served in a rustic country-chic setting. Big, bold flavors transport diners to the austere beauty of an Italian farmstead."

"Tosca’s menu is a stunning assortment of selections from the Northern Italian fine dining tradition. Chef Massimo Fabbri does more than just cook food—each of his dishes is a unique creation, enhanced by the meticulous plating characteristic of the restaurant. Tosca uses only fresh ingredients and always has a special seasonal menu to highlight the flavors that are currently at their freshest."

"Tosca Ristorante is where the power-lunch-and-dinner types come for delicious Italian food, served in a handsome, stately room. The pastas, in particular, are excellent, as well as..."

"Located right in the heart of Downtown, Tosca features a menu of modernized Northern Italian cuisine in a serene and bea..."

"An adorable corner bistro, Giovanni’s Trattu is truly a part of the large Washington, DC family, with personal photos lining the walls and an intimate, homey atmosphere inside its dining space. Italian paraphernalia enhance the romantic feel of this venue near Dupont Circle, which serves reasonably priced favorites from Italy’s cooking tradition. The menu at Giovanni’s Trattu is very wide ranging, with a particularly ample pasta selection within its dinner service."

"Another upscale, romantic restaurant in Dupont Circle, Giovanni’s Trattu is an intimate Italian eatery and event space. This is a spacious and simple dining room where you can find a number of seafood-based Italian staples."

"Whether your squad is looking for a place to enjoy a casual dinner or you want to ring in a new birthday with 150 of your closest friends, the Darlington House is the perfect fit. The Dining Room serves quality farm to table recipes that are sure to make your party special. This spot is also home to the Circle Bar and Cantina Pub, so there is something for everyone."

"A Georgetown institution with a tenure dating all the way back to 1986, Ristorante Piccolo delights its patrons both with its fine Italian menu and the richness of its Tuscan-inspired décor. The venue itself stands out thanks to its romantic feel, which is only enhanced by its second-story balcony that looks out on the C&O Canal and the neighborhood. Chef Arnaldo Rubio has carefully curated brunch, lunch, and dinner menus with a number of prix fixe specials so that guests can affordably enjoy the best the restaurant has to offer."

"Ristorante Piccolo in Historic Georgetown turns any night out into a romantic occasion. Book a table on the second-floor balcony for a stunning view of the C&O Canal to complement ..."

"One of the largest cathedrals in the world, it took 83 years to construct the Washington National Cathedral. The English-style, Neo Gothic building was built between 1907 and 1990. Inside, you will find beautiful stained-glass windows and hand-embroidered kneelers among details."

"The Cathedral Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul in the City and Diocese of Washington was built from 1906 to 1908. It features both Gothic and Tudor Revival architecture."

"The impressive Gothic architecture evokes comparisons to Notre-Dame (despite being built more than half a millennium later). Flying buttresses, spires,..."

"Although Saint Patrick’s is the oldest Catholic church in D.C., the largest and most prominent is the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, found in Northeast D.C. near The Catholic University of America. It is not a parish church but a national one, dedicated to the patron saint of the United States: Mary, the mother of Jesus, under her title of the Immaculate Conception."

"The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is the largest Roman Catholic church in the United States and is one of the largest churches in the world. The National Shrine is designated by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops as a National Sanctuary of Prayer and Pilgrimage. It boasts the largest collection of contemporary ecclesiastical art in the world."

"The Saint John Paul II National Shrine is a place of prayer for Catholics and welcomes people of all faiths. The Shrine houses a permanent exhibit called "A Gift of Love: the Life of Saint John Paul II" which highlights significant events in the life of Pope John Paul II and his momentous influence. The shrine is also home to the Redemptor Hominis Church and Luminous Mysteries Chapel, both of which are decorated with mosaic art."

"With more than 30 acres of recreation and open space, Long Bridge Park is a new-school, distinctive showplace of environmentally sound redevelopment. The park has a central expanse of attractive public green spaces and high-quality outdoor facilities. It used to be an EPA SuperFund site, and now it’s entirely transformed — it just shows what can happen with the will and great planning."

"The Long Bridge Park is a state of the art location, sitting near the Potomac riverscape and the urban corridors. The park features modern recreation and outdoor sports facilities, and a wide stunning green spaces dominating its center. This park is an ideal place to spend quality time with your family."

"The National Gallery of Art is home to an outdoor sculpture garden filled with works from both well-known and up-and-coming artists. It is “designed to offer year-round enjoyment to the public in one of the preemptive locations on the National Mall.”. The Garden isn’t just home to some magnificent sculptures, though."

"Part of the National Gallery of Art, the Sculpture Garden has an amazing collection of outdoor artwork that ranges from the aesthetically pleasing to the mind-bendingly weird. You could spend a whole day just wandering the trails and looking at all of the goods. Graft is a tree made entirely out of silver."

"Grab your mittens and your sweetie as you ice skate in the middle of the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. Afterwards, make a beeline for hot chocolate and cookies at the on-site Pavilion Café. In warm weather, this rink transforms into a stunning fountain."