L'Ardente

“It’s such a relief when you plan and the restaurant is exactly what you expected. Food is exquisite, the 40 layer lasagna is all that jazz.. delicious! Starters were great, the arancini and meatballs.. but OMG, start of the show was the s’mores dessert as well. Service was helpful, without being intrusive and always available. Amazing vibe! Loved it !!”

“I had a wonderful fine dining experience on Mother’s Day. I ordered the popular 40 layer lasagna, the meatballs, and the tiramisu flambé for dessert. Everything tasted good! My favorite part of the experience was the thoughtful Mother’s Day gift presented after dinner, which made the celebration even more special. It was such a kind gesture from the restaurant. This was my first time dining here, and I would definitely recommend!💯 Culinary Elegance✅ Good Service ✅ Very Friendly and Courteous Staff✅ Food Presentation ✅ Lovely Ambiance ✅ Highly Recommend”

“I don’t know why I waited 3 years to check this place out. It has easily taken the place of “favorite restaurant in DC” for me. We were greeted with smiles and got our coats checked. For food we ordered the duck hunt, an absolutely delicious first course. Next we got their burrata salad and their famous lasagna, both were great. Of course for the dessert we got their show-stopper tiramisu, which was the perfect ending. Highly recommend stopping by for a meal at this restaurant if in DC.”

“The food and service at this restaurant were absolutely outstanding. The flavors of the dishes were impeccable, and the presentation was elegant. The staff was incredibly attentive and friendly, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. However, I found the lighting to be quite dim, which made it a bit challenging to see the menu and enjoy the ambiance. Despite this, the overall atmosphere was warm and inviting. I particularly enjoyed the duck Hunt ravioli, which was a delightful combination of textures and flavors. The combination of excellent service and delicious food made for a memorable evening. I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for a top-notch Italian dining experience.”

“The restaurant inside is beautiful! Love the open kitchen concept. The Caesar salad was super tasty. I really enjoyed the burrata it’s a must order to start! Super disappointed in the prosciutto they cut it way too thick and for an Italian restaurant that’s embarrassing. It’s supposed to be super thin where you can see through it. The pasta was very good , the carbonara just asked for light pancetta so it’s not that salty. And mine was cooked perfectly. The lasagna is not to be missed at first I had zero expectations, but it is worth the hype! The service was OK.”