Al Dente

I’ve always been a big fan of Al Dente for pizza. Writing this review because I think it’s an undiscovered brunch gem. Steak and eggs (with potatos) a bargain at $17.95 And since they do pizza, really great bread and olive oil starter. Great outdoor seating options in good weather. Highly recommend for pizza AND brunch.

Al Dente has become our go-to neighborhood restaurant since moving to DC in August 2025. Friendly and attentive service with a relaxed vibe and consistently great quality pizza. Nice happy hour offering too.

Really tasty - couldn’t decide so we ended up with the Italian family feast. We got the fettuccine bolognese, Cesar salad, cacio e peppe, pepperoni and sausage and broccoli rabe pizza. The fettuccine bolognese was delicious. Massive portions of everything, the rigatoni was rich and creamy smothered in cheese. Pizza was solid - had to tap out after the pepperoni slice since so much food. Overall delivery was solid and we will hopefully be able to go in person.

Ordered takeout for restaurant week and it was a great deal for some really delicious dishes. For pastas, we tried the bolognese and cacio e pepe. The cacio e pepe was ever so slightly over salted but the bolgonese was creamy, cheesy, and delicious. For pizzas, we tried the pepperoni and the salsiccia e rapini - both were great and we’ll definitely order again!

The service was 10/10. The best food ever!!! I would recommend this place to any family member or friends because everyone is so friendly.