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A small, cozy neighborhood restaurant that serves Northern Italian food in a welcoming ambiance. We are chef-owned (chef Omar Lavayen) and operated & pride ourselves on using locally-sourced produce. Bellissimo offers a diverse menu featuring seafood, homemade pastas, veal, filet mignon & and homemade desserts, to name a few. Think about homemade lobster ravioli in a champagne cream sauce melting in your mouth with a delicious glass of wine! Have a sweet tooth- end the meal with homemade tiramisu or dark chocolate mousse w/ a touch of frangelico. We offer a full bar and extensive wine list. *Bellissimo also serves gluten -free and vegetarian options and are open to dietary restrictions. Come try our two- course $25 lunch special that changes everyday. Enjoy the beauty of historic Old Town Fairfax right across the street from the Old Town Hall. We cannot wait to make your day special!
Additional information
Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian
Hours of operation
Sat, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Dinner
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Bellissimo Restaurant offers catering for both small and large parties. In addition, we can offer carry-out for those lunches or evenings when you would prefer to eat at home or in the office. Please call Mary for more details at 202 262-3726.
Private party facilities
Bellissimo seats up to 65 people for lunch/ dinner. We personalize your event to match your needs. Experience in a wide range of events, incl. anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, graduations, office parties, business meetings & holiday events! Vegan, gluten-free & vegetarian options. Full-bar, wine.
There are many PUBLIC PARKING lots available to Bellissimo diners that are steps from the front door. Public parking lots include: one block behind Bellissimo (south) on University Drive; one block north on University Drive next door to the Town Hall; one block East on Main Street( Route 236). www.bellissimorestaurant for maps
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Private dining
Menu
Bellissimo Restaurant's menu was last updated on 3/6/2023.
Penne tossed in a light fresh herb marinara with black oliVes, Capers & anchovies
Fettucine al Pesto$16.00
Fettucine tossed in our special homemade pesto sauce topped w/ fresh mozzarella
Linguine w/ Cozze marinara$17.00
Linguine w/ New Zealand mussels Sauteed in olive oil, garlic & spinach w/ an herb white wine marinara
Linguine w/ Cozze Bianco$17.00
linguine w/ new Zealand mussels sauteed in olive oil, garlic, cherry tomatoes, basil & spinach in a white wine lemon sauce
Fish
Fish of the Day$18.00
Fresh Fish (Changes Daily)
Chicken
Pollo al Marsala Portabello$16.00
Breast of chicken sauteed in marsala wine w/ fresh portabello mushrooms
Pollo con Salsiccia$16.00
Breast of Chicken sauteed with sausage, onions, fresh mushrooms in a light herb marinara
Meat
Vitello al Porcini$18.00
Veal sauteed with porcini mushrooms, shallots, brandy and a touch of cream
Vitello al Rosemarino$18.00
veal sauteed w/ fresh rosemary in a lemon, butter, white wine sauce
Involtini di Vitello$18.00
veal stuffed with prosciutto, fontina & fresh asparagus in a white wine, shallot, marinara sauce
Menu Gastronomic
Chef's Choice 3-Course Menu$25.00
changes daily
Side Options
Side of Fresh Vegetables$7.00
Side of Pasta$7.00
What 1,596 people are saying
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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
4.4Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value
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Review summary
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Bellissimo Restaurant offers an authentic Italian dining experience with "excellent food and great service." Guests enjoy "understated elegance" and a welcoming atmosphere with murals and linen-covered tables. Signature dishes like Chicken Marsala and vegetarian chef's menu are highly praised. It's a perfect spot for special occasions with attentive staff and delightful ambiance.
1,596 Reviews
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Megan VIP
Washington DC21 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
Overall 1
Food 1
Service 2
Ambience 3
The seafood was overcooked and fishy tasting. We split our meal but was charged double—$50 for a sub par pasta dish. We found something in the bottle of wine- crystal looking in the bottom of a wine glass and the waiter provided another glass of wine but did not take anything off the bill. Gnocchi was in fettuccine sauce and not good. Overall, great little restaurant with regard to location and ambience but will not be going again.
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Janice VIP
Washington DC244 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Very good dinner with friends. Food & service were great. My Chicken Marsala was totally delicious. My husband was quite happy with the pasta special. We’ll come back.
Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on April 30, 2025
So glad you enjoyed your meal with us- thank you for the 5 stars!! (Chicken marsala is one of my favorites!)
Hope to see you soon!
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Nicole
Las Vegas2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience and enjoyed the food. This is authentic Italian. It wasn’t as busy as I would’ve expected or as busy as some of the surrounding places but I assume that people enjoy the bar scene more than a nice restaurant. Was well worth taking the risk and visiting. 
Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on April 30, 2025
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your time with us! We look forward to seeing you again- and please tell your friends! :)
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Peter
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 16, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great food and service. Very nice environment and parking nearby.
Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on April 30, 2025
Thank you for the five stars- we are so happy you loved your time with us. YES! Thank. you for mentioning the parking- there is so much public parking within steps of us and many people are not aware. :)
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Mitch
Richmond1 review
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This was, hands down, the best meal of my life. We got the vegetarian chef’s menu (~$90 for two) and it was not only a generous amount of food, but also the tastiest Italian food I’ve ever had. Every thing that came out of the kitchen was better than the last and considering it started with a lightly fried ball of burrata in the best red sauce I’ve had in my life, that is saying something.
Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on April 30, 2025
We are so glad that you loved the food and that you enjoyed your time with us! We can't wait to see you again- just know we are always here when you have a craving for Italian food! :)
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Sarah VIP
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Authentic Italian experience we haven’t had anywhere else in the DMV area. Understated elegance, excellent food and wine, and affordable - we felt we had traveled to Italy while there.
Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on April 30, 2025
Thank you for your lovely comment! Yes, we hope that guests will be transported to Italy without having to take the airplane!
Thank you for your kind words and we are eager to see you soon!
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Margot
Washington DC11 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 19, 2025
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
It was a lovely time, and nice that there was free parking just across the street. The service was attentive, and the menu had a nice variety. A great place to have nice evening out.
Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on April 30, 2025
Thank you for your great review! We love that you think Bellissimo is charming! That's a good word!
See you soon!
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Ted VIP
Washington DC16 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
It was a great evening dinner with friends. Good job!
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RAKESH
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Excellent vegetarian degustation! Thank you for making it special for us.
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BGM73
Washington DC14 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
A wonderful restaurant with excellent food and great service in a warm environment.
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FAQs
Bellissimo Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bellissimo Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 293-2367.
Bellissimo Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 1596 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Sat, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Dinner
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There are many PUBLIC PARKING lots available to Bellissimo diners that are steps from the front door. Public parking lots include: one block behind Bellissimo (south) on University Drive; one block north on University Drive next door to the Town Hall; one block East on Main Street( Route 236). www.bellissimorestaurant for maps
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Omar Lavayen, Chef/Owner
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Bellissimo Restaurant offers catering for both small and large parties. In addition, we can offer carry-out for those lunches or evenings when you would prefer to eat at home or in the office. Please call Mary for more details at 202 262-3726.
Private party facilities
Bellissimo seats up to 65 people for lunch/ dinner. We personalize your event to match your needs. Experience in a wide range of events, incl. anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, graduations, office parties, business meetings & holiday events! Vegan, gluten-free & vegetarian options. Full-bar, wine.