Osteria da Nino

4.7

1949 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

We are a locally owned restaurant that believes in the power of Italian Hospitality, Wine and Cooking to express our love of Italian Traditions and Culture. We make our own fresh pastas on a daily basis, and all of our ingredients are the freshest locally sourced around. We take great pride in our hand crafted menu inspired from all regions of Italy. Come join us for a bottle of Italian wine, and the most authentic Italian cuisine in the DMV.

Additional information

Location
2900 South Quincy Street, Arlington, VA 22206
Phone number
(703) 820-1128
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–6:30 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We offer reserved free private spaces as well as free Public Garage Parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Private dining

Offers

Happy Hour (BAR ONLY)
Multiple dates available
Sun - 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM,Tue - Sat - 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Enjoy Arlington's finest Italian happy hour daily at the BAR ONLY. 4-6:30pm (includes Friday, Saturday, Sunday). $5/7 White or Red Italian Wines, $7 Aperol Spritz, rail drink martinis & cocktails and more! $1 raw local MD Oysters during Happy Hour. Sit back, relax, and enjoy our special happy hour! Special is from 4:00PM-6:30PM EVERY DAY AT THE BAR ONLY!

Sparkling Rose, Cote Mas, Cremant De Limoux, Languedoc, France, Nv$10.00
Sparkling, Ferrari, Brut, Metodo Classico, Trento Doc, Italy, Nv$14.00
Rose, Jl-Colombo, Cotes De Bleu, Provence, France, 2014$10.00
Sicilian Blend, Planeta, La Segreta Bianco, Sicily, Italy, 2013$8.00
Pinot Grigio, Bertani, Velante, Veneto, Italy, 2013$8.00
Prosecco, Lunetta, Trento Veneto, Italy, Nv$8.00
Chardonnay, Au Contraire, Russian River, California, Usa, 2013$12.00
Falanghina, Feudi Di San Gregorio, Sannio, Campania, Italy, 2013$12.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Yealands, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2014$10.00
Riesling, S. A. Prum, Essence, Qba, Germany, 2013$9.00
Moscato, Asti Cinzano, Novi Ligure, Milano, Italy, Nv$9.00
Rose, Planeta, Sicily, Italy, 2013$9.00

Red Wines

Sicilian Blend, Planeta, La Segreta Rosso, Sicily, Italy, 2013$8.00
Barbera, Fonterutoli, Briccotondo, Piedmont, Italy, 2013$9.00
Sangiovese, Mazzei, Badiola, Tuscany, Italy, 2012$10.00
Aglianico, Feudi Di San Gregorio, Rubrato, Campania, Italy, 2012$12.00
Cerasuolo, Planeta, Vittoria Docg, Sicily, Italy, 2013$12.00
Cannonau, Sella & Mosca, Riserva, Sardinia, Italy, 2010$10.00
Cab Sauv - Syrah, Montgras, Colchagua Valley, Chile, 2013$8.00
Malbec, Salentein, Reserva, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina, 2012$11.00
Pinot Noir, Soter, Planet Oregon, Williamette Valley, 2013$13.00

Italian White Wine

Pinot Grigio, Bertani, Velante, Veneto, Italy, 2013$32.00
Prosecco, Lunetta, Trento Veneto, Italy, Nv$35.00
Falanghina, Feudi Di San Gregorio, Sannio, Campania, Italy, 2012$48.00
Moscato, Asti Cinzano, Novi Ligure, Milano, Italy, Nv$38.00
Rose, Planeta, Sicily, Italy, 2013$38.00
Vermentino, Sella & Mosca, Sardinia, Italy, 2013$36.00
Catarrato, Donnafugata, Anthilia, Sicily, Italy, 2013$36.00
Friulano, Bastianich, Friuli-Venezia, Italy, 2012$39.00
Garganega, Bertani, Sereole, Soave, Veneto, Italy, 2012$48.00
Carricante, Planeta, Etna Doc, Sicily, Italy, 2013$49.00
Fiano, Feudi Di San Gregorio, Avellino, Campania, Italy, 2012$52.00
Arneis, Pio Cesare, Piedmont, Italy, 2012$54.00
Chardonnay, Planeta, Sicily, Italy, 2012$60.00

White Wines of the World

Chardonnay, Au Contraire, Russian River, California, Usa, 2013$48.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Yealands, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2014$40.00
Riesling, S. A. Prum, Essence, Qba, Germany, 2012$36.00
Riesling, Kung Fu Girl, Columbia Valley, Washington Us, 2013$33.00
Chardonnay, Scott Family, Arroyo Seco, California Us, 2012$38.00
Viognier, Barboursville, Monticello, Virginia Us, 2013$42.00
Albarino, Fillaboa, Rias Baixas, Spain, 2013$44.00
Chardonnay, Henry Darnat, Borgougne, France, 2012$45.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Galerie Naissance, Napa Valley, California Us, 2013$54.00

Italian Red Wine

Sicilian, Blend Planeta, La Segreta Rosso, Sicily, Italy, 2013$32.00
Barbera, Fontanafredda, Briccotondo, Piedmont, Italy, 2013$36.00
Sangiovese, Mazzei, Badiola, Tuscany, Italy, 2012$40.00
Aglianico, Feudi Di San Gregorio, Rubrato, Campania, Italy, 2012$48.00
Cerasuolo, Planeta, Vittoria Docg, Sicily, Italy, 2013$48.00
Cannonau, Sella & Mosca, Riserva, Sardinia, Italy, 2010$40.00
Valpolicella, Bertani, Ripasso, Bertani, Veneto, Italy, 2011$54.00
Nero D'avola, Zisola, Sicily, Italy, 2011$54.00
Chianti, Classico Fonterutoli, Tuscany, Italy, 2011$54.00
Nebbiolo, Travaglini, Gattinara, Doc, Piedmont, Italy, 2008$58.00
Chianti, Classico Mazzei, Ser Lapo Riserva, Tuscany, Italy, 2010$60.00
Super, Sicilian Planeta, Burdese, Cab Sauv-Cab Franc, Sicily, 2009$60.00
Syrah, Planeta, Sicily, Italy, 2009$60.00
Carignan, Agricola Punica, Montessu, Sardinia, Italy, 2011$64.00
Super Tuscan, Campo Di Sasso, Insoglio, Tuscany, Italy, 2013$69.00
Super Tuscan, Mazzei, Philip, 100% Cab Sauvignon, Tuscany, 2009$89.00
Barolo, Fontanafredda, Serralunga D'alba, 2009$89.00
Brunello, Col D'orcia, Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy, 2008$94.00
Amarone, Bertani, Villa Arvedi, Veneto, Italy, 2011$98.00

Red Wine of the World

Cab Sauv - Syrah, Montgras, Colchagua Valley, Chile, 2013$32.00
Malbec, Salentein, Reserva, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina, 2012$44.00
Pinot Noir, Soter, Planet Oregon, Williamette Valley, 2013$56.00
Tempranillo, Torres Ibericos, Crianza, Rioja, Spain, 2011$29.00
Cab Sauvignon, La Chevaliere, Languedoc, France, 2011$32.00
Merlot, Oberon, Napa Valley, California Us, 2012$45.00
Cotes Du Rhone, Jl Colombo, Les Abeilles, Rhone Valley, France, 2011$32.00
Syrah, Antu, Colchagua Valley, Chile, 2012$39.00
Pinot Noir, Au Contraire, Sonoma Coast, California Us, 2012$49.00
Zinfandel, Hartford, Russian River, California Us, 2012$60.00
Bordeaux, Ch De La Coste, Margaux, Bordeaux, France, 2011$66.00

What 1,949 people are saying

Osteria da Nino reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Great for fine wines
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Great for fine wines
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Osteria da Nino is a beloved neighborhood gem, offering "the best Italian food outside of Sicily." Guests rave about "excellent food and service," with standout dishes like the "parmigiano wheel pasta" and "succulent Osso Bucco." The owner, Nino, is praised for being "very personable" and creating a welcoming atmosphere.

1,949 Reviews

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Philip
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food! Great staff! Will definitely return.
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Dave
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best restaurants in Shirlington. The service is impeccable and the food is perfection. Nino runs a rare gem in the DMV.
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Kathleen
Washington DC13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a neighborhood gem. !!! You feel like family every time you eat at Osteria. The owners always stop by the table to see how the meal is and to chat.
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The owner of the restaurant greeted us at the door. Immediately sat us down and gave a bit of his background. Carlos was our waiter. He was so awesome. He was very informative about the menu. We didn’t wait for anything long. I would definitely recommend this place for freshly prepared authentic Italian cuisine.
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Debbie
Washington DC1 review
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I made reservations on the recommendation from a friend. We were celebrating two birthdays, my husband and our godson. I had noted that on the reservation. The service was just okay. Our waiter never came back to check on us. I had to ask a waitress passing by for two glasses of Chianti. I ordered the gnocchi and they were just like my mother's...delicious. The two meatballs alongside the dish could have used more seasoning. The osso buco was just okay as was the steak. The bread and Caesar salad were excellent. I missed having fresh parmesan at the table as well as ground pepper. Overall, it was an okay dinner.
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Carlos VIP
Washington DC37 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nino is a very professional and pleasant person to deal with, as good as the food!
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Tina VIP
Washington DC25 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a rare restaurant, where the owner is there to greet you and make you feel welcome. The staff is so nice and efficient. The staff gets to know the regulars and you feel like you are dining with friends. Plus the food is excellent. It is rare to find restaurants like this in the day and age.
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Robert
Seattle1 review
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and super service. I highly recommend.
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Tom
Louisville1 review
5.0
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This has become my "go to" when I don't want to travel far. Nino and his staff are ALWAYS on top of things.
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Thomas
Naples1 review
4.0
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Really like this place. Owner Nino very attentive and knowledgeable about wines and Italy. We will be back!
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FAQs

Osteria da Nino offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 820-1128.

Osteria da Nino is rated 4.7 stars by 1949 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

2900 South Quincy Street, Arlington, VA 22206

Additional information

Phone number
(703) 820-1128
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–6:30 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We offer reserved free private spaces as well as free Public Garage Parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Osteria da Nino

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

NERO D'AVOLA

BAROLO ROOM

Custom inquiry

Happy Hour (BAR ONLY)

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling, White & Rose Wines

Sparkling Rose, Cote Mas, Cremant De Limoux, Languedoc, France, Nv$10.00

Sparkling, Ferrari, Brut, Metodo Classico, Trento Doc, Italy, Nv$14.00

Rose, Jl-Colombo, Cotes De Bleu, Provence, France, 2014$10.00

Sicilian Blend, Planeta, La Segreta Bianco, Sicily, Italy, 2013$8.00

Pinot Grigio, Bertani, Velante, Veneto, Italy, 2013$8.00

Prosecco, Lunetta, Trento Veneto, Italy, Nv$8.00

Chardonnay, Au Contraire, Russian River, California, Usa, 2013$12.00

Falanghina, Feudi Di San Gregorio, Sannio, Campania, Italy, 2013$12.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Yealands, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2014$10.00

Riesling, S. A. Prum, Essence, Qba, Germany, 2013$9.00

Moscato, Asti Cinzano, Novi Ligure, Milano, Italy, Nv$9.00

Rose, Planeta, Sicily, Italy, 2013$9.00

Red Wines

Sicilian Blend, Planeta, La Segreta Rosso, Sicily, Italy, 2013$8.00

Barbera, Fonterutoli, Briccotondo, Piedmont, Italy, 2013$9.00

Sangiovese, Mazzei, Badiola, Tuscany, Italy, 2012$10.00

Aglianico, Feudi Di San Gregorio, Rubrato, Campania, Italy, 2012$12.00

Cerasuolo, Planeta, Vittoria Docg, Sicily, Italy, 2013$12.00

Cannonau, Sella & Mosca, Riserva, Sardinia, Italy, 2010$10.00

Cab Sauv - Syrah, Montgras, Colchagua Valley, Chile, 2013$8.00

Malbec, Salentein, Reserva, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina, 2012$11.00

Pinot Noir, Soter, Planet Oregon, Williamette Valley, 2013$13.00

Italian White Wine

Pinot Grigio, Bertani, Velante, Veneto, Italy, 2013$32.00

Prosecco, Lunetta, Trento Veneto, Italy, Nv$35.00

Falanghina, Feudi Di San Gregorio, Sannio, Campania, Italy, 2012$48.00

Moscato, Asti Cinzano, Novi Ligure, Milano, Italy, Nv$38.00

Rose, Planeta, Sicily, Italy, 2013$38.00

Vermentino, Sella & Mosca, Sardinia, Italy, 2013$36.00

Catarrato, Donnafugata, Anthilia, Sicily, Italy, 2013$36.00

Friulano, Bastianich, Friuli-Venezia, Italy, 2012$39.00

Garganega, Bertani, Sereole, Soave, Veneto, Italy, 2012$48.00

Carricante, Planeta, Etna Doc, Sicily, Italy, 2013$49.00

Fiano, Feudi Di San Gregorio, Avellino, Campania, Italy, 2012$52.00

Arneis, Pio Cesare, Piedmont, Italy, 2012$54.00

Chardonnay, Planeta, Sicily, Italy, 2012$60.00

White Wines of the World

Chardonnay, Au Contraire, Russian River, California, Usa, 2013$48.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Yealands, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2014$40.00

Riesling, S. A. Prum, Essence, Qba, Germany, 2012$36.00

Riesling, Kung Fu Girl, Columbia Valley, Washington Us, 2013$33.00

Chardonnay, Scott Family, Arroyo Seco, California Us, 2012$38.00

Viognier, Barboursville, Monticello, Virginia Us, 2013$42.00

Albarino, Fillaboa, Rias Baixas, Spain, 2013$44.00

Chardonnay, Henry Darnat, Borgougne, France, 2012$45.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Galerie Naissance, Napa Valley, California Us, 2013$54.00

Italian Red Wine

Sicilian, Blend Planeta, La Segreta Rosso, Sicily, Italy, 2013$32.00

Barbera, Fontanafredda, Briccotondo, Piedmont, Italy, 2013$36.00

Sangiovese, Mazzei, Badiola, Tuscany, Italy, 2012$40.00

Aglianico, Feudi Di San Gregorio, Rubrato, Campania, Italy, 2012$48.00

Cerasuolo, Planeta, Vittoria Docg, Sicily, Italy, 2013$48.00

Cannonau, Sella & Mosca, Riserva, Sardinia, Italy, 2010$40.00

Valpolicella, Bertani, Ripasso, Bertani, Veneto, Italy, 2011$54.00

Nero D'avola, Zisola, Sicily, Italy, 2011$54.00

Chianti, Classico Fonterutoli, Tuscany, Italy, 2011$54.00

Nebbiolo, Travaglini, Gattinara, Doc, Piedmont, Italy, 2008$58.00

Chianti, Classico Mazzei, Ser Lapo Riserva, Tuscany, Italy, 2010$60.00

Super, Sicilian Planeta, Burdese, Cab Sauv-Cab Franc, Sicily, 2009$60.00

Syrah, Planeta, Sicily, Italy, 2009$60.00

Carignan, Agricola Punica, Montessu, Sardinia, Italy, 2011$64.00

Super Tuscan, Campo Di Sasso, Insoglio, Tuscany, Italy, 2013$69.00

Super Tuscan, Mazzei, Philip, 100% Cab Sauvignon, Tuscany, 2009$89.00

Barolo, Fontanafredda, Serralunga D'alba, 2009$89.00

Brunello, Col D'orcia, Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy, 2008$94.00

Amarone, Bertani, Villa Arvedi, Veneto, Italy, 2011$98.00

Red Wine of the World

Cab Sauv - Syrah, Montgras, Colchagua Valley, Chile, 2013$32.00

Malbec, Salentein, Reserva, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina, 2012$44.00

Pinot Noir, Soter, Planet Oregon, Williamette Valley, 2013$56.00