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Fiola Mare

Fiola Mare

Italian Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant, and Cocktail Bar$$$$
Georgetown, Washington
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    Theo B.
    "The food was amazing; I highly recommend the lobster ravioli"(15 Tips)
    Katherine K.
    "lobster ravioli to die for and dessert-- save room for the sweets!"(3 Tips)
    Alicia V.
    "... as well as the grilled calamari and whole Dover sole"(2 Tips)
    Alan H.
    "mafalde and The lobster ravioli"(2 Tips)
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  • Anton I.
    Anton IlarionoffFebruary 17, 2018
    The place, the service , the attention it’s just unbelievable, all the personal was amazing and with all the details, it’s not possible find a better place for wedding proposal, we are really happy.
    Upvoted Sep 20
  • Katherine K.
    Truly the most exquisite service I have had in DC. The mocktails are refreshing, lobster ravioli to die for and dessert-- save room for the sweets! A+ experience
  • John B.heart icon on user image
    John BakerSeptember 27, 2016
    The front of house staff needs a little work but the food and drinks are spectacular. Everyone says try the lobster ravioli but the Mafalde is where it's at. Trust me on this. Also don't miss dessert.
  • Theo B.heart icon on user image
    Theo BellAugust 23, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    It's great dinner spot! Warm and cozy areas for both dining and meeting for a cocktail. The service is excellent from valet to the busboys. The food was amazing; I highly recommend the lobster ravioli
  • Michelle W.heart icon on user image
    Michelle WilesJuly 23, 2017
    I'm drooling just thinking of the truffle risotto again. Save room for dessert- the donuts are crunchy on the outside, gooey on the inside amazing. The marchesa chocolate dessert was my favorite.
  • Washington Post
    Washington PostJune 11, 2014
    Get the brodetto (like bouillabaisse). It has more seafood than appear in a season of SpongeBob SquarePants. Throw in some bread, a glass of chilled rosé, and you’re feasting in the Mediterranean. Read more
  • Elizaveta T.heart icon on user image
    Elizaveta T.May 6, 2017
    Go with grilled calamari, lobster ravioli and share ricotta pancakes for dessert. Great service, awesome cuisine!
  • Isa L.heart icon on user image
    Isa LaraJune 16, 2018
    Been here 25+ times
    This place never disappoints. The tuna tartare is to die for. Any pasta is fantastic. And the frozen negroni is the best summer cocktail in DC!
  • Karen E.heart icon on user image
    Karen ElizabethMarch 7, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Menu changes often, and seafood is the star. Don't overlook dessert though! Hazelnut soufflé is life changing and passionfruit panacotta is drool worthy.
  • Reserve
    ReserveFebruary 10, 2016
    The Sashimi of Itoyori is bright and refreshing with hearts of palm, radish, sea beans, ginger fennel and lime vinaigrette. Read more
  • Danielle D.
    Danielle DaSilvaJuly 12, 2018
    Romantic spot for a pre-Kennedy Center show dinner or stroll around Georgetown. Pastas are so fresh, and the seafood is, obviously, the right choice.
  • Alan H.
    Alan HarrisApril 23, 2018
    The branzino was as close to perfection as I have had recently. I tried the mafalde and The lobster ravioli and preferred the former, although both were good.
  • Reserve
    ReserveApril 5, 2017
    Made with a spiced watermelon ice cube, Fiola in Washington D.C. has a beautiful spin on a classic gin and tonic that looks as good as it takes. Read more
  • Isa L.heart icon on user image
    Isa LaraJuly 4, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    Frozen negroni cocktail is the BEST summer drink. Tuna tartar is amazing, but the lobster ravioli are totally worth it. Even at $10 per raviolo. Amazing.
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    Le espéronsSeptember 23, 2016
    Cavatelli is the best I've ever had❤️great service
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    SeanJune 15, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    11 weeks in, this establishment is a game changer. Italian with fresh fish and seafood specialties. You must save room for desert.
  • Jean Noel H.
    Jean Noel HardyApril 28, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Excellent food. Don't miss the lobster ravioli. Unforgettable. And I suspect a few other things in the menu are quite wonderful.
  • Gudfoöd F.heart icon on user image
    Gudfoöd Food CriticsOctober 13, 2016
    Great brunches. Great drinks and good service ! Pricey but worth the price. Brunches are fun and the fish tastes fresh ! 🍾
  • Alyssa B.heart icon on user image
    Alyssa B.February 17, 2020
    The food was amazing, the service exceptional-like nowhere else. I hate to comment on the service because readers might think the food isn’t as great, but what can I say! The river view-a mere bonus.
  • Ranini P.heart icon on user image
    Ranini PastelFebruary 4, 2017
    Great atmosphere and incredibly friendly and helpful staff. The meal was delicious but honestly too expensive.
  • Sara Z.heart icon on user image
    Sara ZFebruary 19, 2016
    The PEI oysters are divine. The lobster ravioli is amazing. Get the donuts for dessert!
  • Fahadheart icon on user image
    FahadOctober 19, 2019
    Excellent Italian 🇮🇹 seafood restaurant .. lobster pasta, mixed grilled sea food and all types of shrimp 🍤
  • Alla K.heart icon on user image
    Alla KovrezhkinaJune 20, 2016
    Drinks and food are amazing. Great for dates and special events. Lovely ambience.
  • Rona.heart icon on user image
    Rona.July 27, 2019
    Simplemente elegante delicioso simply elegant and delicious one of the best in Washington near the riverside
  • Alicia V.heart icon on user image
    Alicia Vittone SeatonApril 11, 2014
    Marubini with mascarpone and scallops with brown butter are amazing, as well as the grilled calamari and whole Dover sole
  • Olialiaheart icon on user image
    OlialiaJanuary 25, 2015
    Lobster ravioli is from paradise! 😋😋😋 extraordinarily amiable staff and perfect service. A must-visit place!
  • Tania R.heart icon on user image
    Tania RionSeptember 7, 2015
    Excellent place: great view, delicious food, super nice staff... Very nice place to spend a lazy Sunday
  • Tapiwa S.
    Tapiwa SikipaApril 22, 2014
    At the bar, if you're into mocktails, the Arancia Rossa is a must try. Also the Frutti Di Mare is great!
  • Haila A.heart icon on user image
    Haila AlHamoudiAugust 21, 2018
    Nice place and view , perfect service delicious food
  • Nour K.heart icon on user image
    Nour KhouryMay 28, 2014
    The grilled branzino, the blood orange salad and the pistachio mint chocolate cake are not to be missed
  • Stirling S.
    Stirling ScottSeptember 5, 2014
    Very yummy lobster and crab salad and sautéed spinach. Good service.
  • Nick R.heart icon on user image
    Nick RunyanJuly 12, 2015
    The mixed Adriatic grill is amazing and a pretty good deal. Oysters were also fantastic.
  • Efrain R.heart icon on user image
    Efrain ResendizApril 23, 2016
    Oysters w/Caviar...Tutto Crudo! Unique!!! &. Lobster Ravioli! Just delicious!!
  • Haya A.heart icon on user image
    Haya Al DossaryAugust 30, 2015
    The salad was delicious, the lobster ravioli was subpar, but the desserts more than made up for it
  • Anna A.heart icon on user image
    Anna AnnaAugust 22, 2014
    Come here now! Have the Lobster Ravioli. Leave very, very happy. Great service all around!
  • Vanessa B.heart icon on user image
    Vanessa BernerJune 14, 2018
    Sea food, white wine and the river 👌
  • Alex L.heart icon on user image
    Alex Lazo VasquezNovember 20, 2014
    Very trendy. Food is regular for the price. If you get a nice view its worth it
  • Isa L.heart icon on user image
    Isa LaraJune 18, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    Frozen negroni is the best summer cocktail I've ever had.
  • Ghaliahheart icon on user image
    GhaliahJuly 12, 2016
    Their seafood mixed grilled is super delicious 😍
  • Hind A.heart icon on user image
    Hind AlNahedJuly 15, 2016
    This is goooood
  • Marcell R.heart icon on user image
    Marcell RodriguezJuly 16, 2016
    Must have the lobster ravioli
  • Graham J.
    Graham J.April 9, 2018
    This was really good not long after it opened, but now... Terribly slow service, meager portions, not particularly fresh or flavorful. Fiola Penn Quarter is still great, but this place is A Scene.
  • G C.
    G CarballoOdiAugust 20, 2014
    Best food ever! Lobster ravioli and champagne
  • Hussein B.heart icon on user image
    Hussein BinsalemJune 22, 2019
    Fine dining
  • Michaelheart icon on user image
    MichaelJanuary 27, 2016
    Great seafood and a magnificent view of the river.
  • Brother F.heart icon on user image
    Brother FantasmaNovember 10, 2015
    Best restaurant in the D.C. area overall!
  • c c.heart icon on user image
    c contrerasOctober 28, 2015
    Sea food is awesome, try Alaska red crab ravioli!
  • Bitches Who Brunch
    Bitches Who BrunchJanuary 3, 2015
    The Bitches say: A+. A truly classy gem with phenomenal cuisine and warm service on the Georgetown waterfront. Winner of Bitches Who Brunch Best Brunch of 2014. Also a Best Bites winner for Best Bread
  • Bethany L.
    Bethany L.April 13, 2014
    Try the dungeness crab salad. You won't be sorry!
  • La-Tasha P.
    La-Tasha PatelSeptember 10, 2014
    Bombolini is a must!! Amazing dessert!
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