Italian

End of an Era: Giovanni’s Trattu Temporarily Closed or “Temporarily” CLOSED!?!

By Prince Of Petworth


1823 Jefferson Place, NW

Established 1978!!

Uh oh, Looks like things have indeed taken a turn at Giovanni’s Trattu :( I was only 13 years off…

I did see one yelp comment that said the space had been sold to new owners so perhaps they are renovating and/or rebranding? There were no permits on the closed door indicating any work/renovations. Certainly seems like an end of an era one way or another…

The phone number on their website has been disconnected and google currently lists them as “temporarily closed”:

“At Giovanni’s Trattu, on of DC’s premier Italian restaurants, we invite you to embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the vibrant traditions of Italy, where every dish is a testament to our commitment to quality and authenticity.” (more…)

Concluding Today’s Farragut Square Coverage with word that Rosetta “the Italian Bakery” has Opened!

By Prince Of Petworth


Connecticut and I Street, NW (that weird spot where 17th and Connecticut flip near the White House)

We first reported that Rosetta “the Italian Bakery” would be opening here back in November 2025. Was happy to see their doors now open!

Check out their menu here.

“Top-Rated Italian Bakery”

Hours and more info: (more…)

Pastiamo Osteria posts Liquor License Placard

By Prince Of Petworth


2614 Connecticut Avenue, NW

“🇮🇹 Pizza from the Fire. Pasta by Hand.
✨ Your Neighborhood Osteria
👉 Coming Soon — Woodley Park”

A peek inside:

“Almost ready. 👀

The room is almost ready, and it’s exactly what Woodley Park deserves. A neighborhood Italian spot where you actually want to slow down. 🇮🇹”

The placard for Pastiamo Osteria says: (more…)

Exclusive PoPville Pizza (and more) Patrol cont. More Pizza for Woodley Park with a New Osteria Coming!

By Prince Of Petworth


2614 Connecticut Avenue, NW also previously home to Medaterra

Any day with double pizza news is a good day in my book!

Ed. Note: Do note, that Via Roma is located just down the block… Not to mention Mika’s Neapolitan Pizza located across from the Zoo.

Well adding the line up is:

“Pastiamo Osteria

Pizza from the Fire. Pasta by Hand.
Your Neighborhood Osteria”

Thanks to Miguel for sending from the old Elsa Ethiopian Kitchen space in Woodley Park: (more…)

“Beloved Japanese-Italian restaurant, Daikaya Group’s Tonari, invites fans for one last meal before its final service on May 3”

By Prince Of Petworth

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707 6th Street, NW

OK back to playing catch up from what I missed last week. This is a sad. And sadly more, well, sad ones to come…

From a press release:

“After five years, Tonari will close its doors on May 3, 2026, marking the end of a restaurant that brought a distinct and vibrant perspective to Washington’s dining scene.

Since opening in February 2020, Tonari introduced Washington to wafu-Italian cuisine, a style long established in Japan that blends Japanese ingredients and sensibilities with Italian forms. With Detroit-style pizzas made using flour from Japan and pastas produced in a ramen factory in Sapporo using Hokkaido flour, Tonari offered a level of craft and detail that set it apart. (more…)

Rosselli opened in the former Modena space Downtown!

By Prince Of Petworth


1100 New York Avenue, NW (12th and H Street, NW)

From a press release:

“Ashok Bajaj of Knightsbridge Restaurant Group is pleased to announce the Monday, April 6, 2026, official opening of Rosselli, at 1100 New York Ave, NW, (entrance on 12th and H Streets), in the heart of downtown Washington. Bajaj tapped Martin Vahtra of Project Design Associates to transform the former restaurant, Modena, into an exciting new space for enjoying Italian fare. Michelin-starred chef Carlos Cardona has been named the executive chef. The Italian name Rosselli literally means “rose,” the flower. (more…)

Italian Restaurants Officially Trending – Now Open at The Wharf – Capitano!

By Prince Of Petworth


“Interior of Capitano. Photo courtesy of Nina Palazzolo.”

From a press release:

“Capitano, a new Italian dining destination, is set to open this March in Washington, DC. Located at The Wharf DC – DC’s dynamic waterfront neighborhood – Capitano (975 7th Street, SW) will bring the warmth of Italy to the heart of the capital, with a seasonal, ingredient-driven menu inspired by Southern and Coastal Italian cuisine.

Capitano blends tradition with a touch of modern ease. It’s approachable, never fussy and where a plate of housemade pasta or the day’s crudo feels just as natural with a spritz at lunch as it does with a bottle of wine under the evening lights. (more…)

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