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Dinner Trays
Easter Sunday
Dinner Trays
Are you feeding 4-6 people? Order our dinner trays for pickup only!
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday
Join us on Easter Sunday from 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM.
Brunch Menu
Happy Hour Menu
Easter Sunday
Our brunch menu is served Saturday and Sunday from 12 pm to 3 pm.
Happy Hour Menu
Happy Hour Menu
Happy Hour Menu
Our happy hours specials are available from 4 pm to 7 pm daily.
Dinner trays
Tray of Fettuccine Bolognese
Tray of Rigatoni with Tomato Sauce
Tray of Rigatoni with Tomato Sauce
Large portion of our house-made fettuccine with traditional bolognese meat sauce
Serves 4-6 people
$65
Tray of Rigatoni with Tomato Sauce
Tray of Rigatoni with Tomato Sauce
Tray of Rigatoni with Tomato Sauce
Large portion of our rigatoni with tomato sauce and parmesan cheese (vg)
Serves 4-6 people
$40
Tray of Lasagnette
Tray of Rigatoni with Tomato Sauce
Tray of Lasagnette
Large portion of our loose-bound lasagna with bechamel sauce, bolognese sauce, and parmesan cheese
Serves 4-6 people
$85
Tray of Meatballs
Tray of Caesar Salad
Tray of Lasagnette
Large portion of our house-made meatballs with tomato sauce and parmesan cheese. includes 30 meatballs
Serves 4-6 people
$52
Tray of Caesar Salad
Tray of Caesar Salad
Tray of Caesar Salad
Large portion of romaine lettuce, soft boiled eggs, anchovies, parmesan cheese and croutons with caesar dressing
Serves 4-6 people
$40
Contact us by phone to place an order for our dinner trays!
Our dinner trays are available for pickup only. Call 202-244-2223 to place an order!
all day menu
antipasti
Our signature Italian appetizers
Lentil Soup (V)
8.95
Olive Oil and Parmesan Cheese
Focaccia (V)
5.95
Baked Freshly in our Wood-Burning Oven, Sea Salt, Oregano, Rosemary, Parmesan
Polpette
12.95
Italian Meatballs “Al Dente Style
Baked Eggplant Parmesan (G,V)
9.95
Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, Gratinee
Fried Zucchini Flowers (V)
12.95
Stuffed with Ricotta, Mint, and Lemon
Fried Calamari
12.95
Fried Squid Rings, Tentacles, Hot Slice Peppers. Served with Tomato Sauce and Lemon
Prosciutto di Parma (G)
18.95
Burrata Cheese, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
insalate
Add Protein: Salmon + 9.95 / Shrimp + 9.95 Chicken + 8.95 / Steak + 11.i95
Roasted Beets (G,V)
Baby Arugula, Buffalo Mozzarella, Grapefruit, Pine Nuts, Mustard Vinaigrette
Small: 11.95 Large: 14.95
Romaine
Anchovies, Crouton, Garlic, Parmesan Cheese, 5-Min Poached Egg
Small: 10.95 Large: 12.95
Spinach
Walnuts, Pancetta, Pecorino Cheese, Strawberries, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Small: 10.95 Large: 12.95
Caprese
Tomatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella, Balsamic 11.95
House-made pasta
*Home Made Gluten-free pasta available upon request
Calamarata
24.95
Squid, Shrimp, Mussels, Clams, Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Basi
Mezzi Rigatoni
23.95
Cream and Black Truffle Sauce, Pancetta, Fried Leek
Gnocchi
23.95
Housemade Pork Sausage Ragu
Raviolini del Plin
23.95
Veal, Beef, and Pork Ravioli, Butter, Sage, Veal Jus
Fettuccine alla Bolognese
19.95
Traditional Bolognese Meat Sauce
Lasagnette
23.95
Bescamella Sauce and Bolognese Sauce, Gratinated With Parmesan Cheese
Agnolotti Di Anatra
25.95
Duck Agnolotti, Porcini Mushroom Sauce with Butter and Sag
Farro Taglatelle (V)
18.95
Whole Wheat Pasta with Sweet Cherry Tomato Sauce, Basil
Cacio e Pepe (V)
18.95
Short Rigatoni Pasta, Melted Pecorino Cheese, Black Pepper and Butter
Chicken Alfredo
18.95
Fettuccine Pasta, Creamy - Garlic Sauce
main courses
Roasted Herb-Marinated Salmon (G)
24.95
Smashed Potatoes with Crabmeat, Garlic Roasted Peppers, Lemon Vinaigrette
Grilled Branzino Filets (G)
29.95
Sautéed Spinach with Garlic, Salsa Verde
Cheeseburger
13.95
Tomato, Gherkins, House Cut Fries
Lemon Chicken (G)
24.95
Served with Roasted Potatoes and Carrots
Ribeye Steak
28.95
Rosemary-Balsamic Sauce, House-Cut Fries, Arugula Salad
Veal Scallopini
26.95
Leeks, Fontina Cheese, Portobello Mushrooms, Marsala Sauce
Chicken Parmesan
20.95
Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese , and a Side of Fettuccine Pasta
Eggplant Parmesan
18.95
Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese
Pizza menu
Neopolitan Pizza
Marinara (V)
12.95
Tomato, Garlic, Olive Oil, Oregano
Margherita D.O.C. (V)
13.95
Tomato, Mozzarella Flor di Latte, Basil
Pepperoni
13.95
Mozzarella Flor di Latte, Tomato, Basil
Romana
14.95
Anchovies, Capers,Olives, Chiles, Tomato, Mozzarella
Napoletana
13.95
Anchovies, Tomato, Mozzarella, Basil
Quattro Stagioni
15.95
Olives, Mushrooms, Artichokes,Ham, Tomato, Mozzarella,Basil, Oregano
Prosciutto Arugula
13.95
Prosciutto Crudo, Arugula, Tomato, Mozzarella Fior di Latte
Melanzane (V)
14.95
Olives, Roasted Eggplant, Tomato, Mozzarella, Oregano
Salsiccia e Rapini
14.95
Sausage, Broccoli, Tomato, Smoked Mozzarella, Garlic
Capricosa
14.95
Artichokes, Pancetta, Pesto, Tomato, Mozzarella Fior di Latte, Basil
Vegetariana (V)
14.95
Grilled Vegetables, Smoked Mozzarella, Garlic, Tomato, Parmigiano Reggiano
white pizza
Formaggi (V)
14.95
Mozzarella, Provolone, Parmigiano Reggiano, Garlic, Rosemary, Oregano, Smoked Mozzarella
Piemontese
14.95
Fontina Cheese, Mozzarella Fior di Latte, Porcini Mushrooms, House-Made Pork Sausage, Rosemary
CALZONI
Polpette
13.95
"Al Dente" Meatballs, Mozzarella, Tomato
Reserve a Table
preorder our easter menu now!
BRUNCH menu
bottomless mimosas
Saturday - Sunday 12 pm to 3 pm $19.95
antipasti
Polpette
10.95
Meatballs “Al Dente Style
House-Cured Norwegian Salmon
14.95
Topped with Capers, Red Onions, and a Lemon, Mascarpone, Olive Oil Dressing
Arugula Salad
1.95
Grainy Mustard Dressing, Parmigiano Reggiano
Baked Eggplant Parmesan
9.95
Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, Gratinee
Lentil Soup
8.95
Stuffed with Ricotta, Mint, and Lemon
Fried Calamari
12.95
Fried Squid Rings, Tentacles, Hot Slice Peppers. Served with Tomato Sauce and Lemon
Prosciutto di Parma (G)
18.95
Burrata Cheese, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Entrées
*Home Made Gluten-free pasta available upon request
Vegetable Omelette
13.95
With Spinach, Mushrooms and Fontina Cheese & Served with Breakfast Potatoes
Three Eggs Any Style
13.95
With your choice of Bacon, Sausage or Ham.
Served with Toast & Breakfast Potatoes
Steak and Eggs
16.95
Eggs Any Style & Breakfast Potatoes
Breakfast Pizza
14.95
Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Egg, and Bacon
Al Dente Breakfast Burger
14.95
Egg, Provolone Cheese,Onions, Tomato, Gerkins and Tomato Mayo with a side of French Fries
Nutella Calzone
14.95
Calzone with Nutella and Fresh Fruit
Pancakes
12.95
Nutella, Maple Syrup and Whipped Butter
Fettuccine alla Carbonara
18.95
Egg Yolk, Pecorino, Pancetta, Black Pepper
Fettuccine alla Bolognese
19.95
Traditional Bolognese Meat Sauce
Lasagnette
18.95
Bescamella Sauce and Bolognese Sauce, Gratinated With Parmesan Cheese
Gnocchi
23.95
Housemade Pork Sausage Ragu
Farro Taglatelle (V)
18.95
Sweet Cherry Tomato Sauce, Basil
Mezzi Rigatoni
26.95
Cream and Black Truffle Sauce, Pancetta, Fried Leeks
Happy Hour Menu
Drink Specials
House Wine
5
Beer
4
Rail Liquor
5
+$1 for Martinis or Specialty Cocktails
Mojito Monday Pitchers
15
small plates
Lentil Soup
Parmesan Cheese and Olive Oil
Insalate Romana
5
Romaine Lettuce Tossed with Parmigiano Dressing and Anchovies
Insalata di Rucola e Finocchio
4
Arugula and shaved fennel with mustard dressing
Calamari Fritti con Peperoncini
5
Fried squid rings, tentacles & hot slice peppers.
Served with tomato sauce and lemon
Polpette Al Dente
5
Two “Al Dente Style” meatballs simmered in tomato sauce and Parmigiano
pasta dishes
Cacio E Pepe
9
Short rigatoni pasta with melted pecorino cheese, black pepper and butter
Penne All’Arrabiata
11
Penne pasta with spicy tomato sauce and Parmigiano
Calamarata
11
Squid, shrimp, mussels, clams, cherry tomatoes, garlic, basil
main courses
+ Handcut Fries $2
Al Dente Burger
7
Angus Ground Beef Burger, Provolone Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Sliced Tomato, Gherkins, Tomato Mayo, Brioche Bun
Scaloppine Di Pollo Ai Capperi
11
Sautéed ThinٮSliced Chicken Breast in a Lemon Caper Sauce
Neopolitan Pizza - 1/2 priced during happy hours
Marinara (V)
12.95
Tomato, Garlic, Olive Oil, Oregano
Margherita D.O.C. (V)
13.95
Tomato, Mozzarella Flor di Latte, Basil
Pepperoni
13.95
Mozzarella Flor di Latte, Tomato, Basil
Romana
14.95
Anchovies, Capers,Olives, Chiles, Tomato, Mozzarella
Napoletana
13.95
Anchovies, Tomato, Mozzarella, Basil
Quattro Stagioni
15.95
Olives, Mushrooms, Artichokes,Ham, Tomato, Mozzarella,Basil, Oregano
Prosciutto Arugula
13.95
Prosciutto Crudo, Arugula, Tomato, Mozzarella Fior di Latte
Melanzane (V)
14.95
Olives, Roasted Eggplant, Tomato, Mozzarella, Oregano
Salsiccia e Rapini
14.95
Sausage, Broccoli, Tomato, Smoked Mozzarella, Garlic
Capricosa
14.95
Artichokes, Pancetta, Pesto, Tomato, Mozzarella Fior di Latte, Basil
Vegetariana (V)
14.95
Grilled Vegetables, Smoked Mozzarella, Garlic, Tomato, Parmigiano Reggiano
white pizza
Formaggi (V)
14.95
Mozzarella, Provolone, Parmigiano Reggiano, Garlic, Rosemary, Oregano, Smoked Mozzarella
Piemontese
14.95
Fontina Cheese, Mozzarella Fior di Latte, Porcini Mushrooms, House-Made Pork Sausage, Rosemary
CALZONI
Polpette
13.95
"Al Dente" Meatballs, Mozzarella, Tomato
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