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Graffiato
(Now Closed)Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria$$$$
Chinatown, Washington
The experts at Food Network and Washington Post recommend this place
186 Tips and reviews
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Washingtonian MagazineJanuary 9, 2012What keeps us coming back is the zip of Mike Isabella’s small plates and pizzas, which seem tossed off but involve layers of work and detail. The cooking pulses with a big heart.
Some of the best pizzas in DC. And the cauliflower side is a real winner.
James WoodSeptember 5, 2013Great food. The management could be better. Seemed like they focused more on your first order. With tapas I like to order some food more than once. We had to place an order with the water guy.
FiOS 50November 28, 2011Did you know that this is the first solo venture from Top Chef contestant Mike Isabella? Order the calamari-topped Jersey Shore pizza or the house-made agnolotti.
Gilt CityAugust 17, 2011Wooden booths, barn lights and exposed brick give the restaurant a casual, neighborhood vibe. The tables were hand-crafted by owner Mike Isabella (of "Top Chef" fame) and his father-in-law.
Shireen HusainFebruary 9, 2012jersey shore pizza: not as great as everyone is claiming on here! Caesar salad and cauliflower were pretty awesome and the zeppoles are a MUST have!
IS KLEMay 28, 2016Jersey shore pizza. Ask for pepperoni sauce with whatever your order. It is amazing.
Anyah DemblingJuly 26, 2012Corn agnolotti is killer. Right combination of light and rich flavors. Toasted pine nuts take it over the top.
Mel MoJune 28, 2013Best Italian food in DC, hands down! get the Dear Rosemary cocktail. Will be back for more!- Chris MooreDecember 17, 2017Came in after some drinks already. Got the eggplant parm and meatball appetizers. Fantastic.
L😎 KungDecember 28, 2015Jersey Shore is soooo good! Love the combination of fried calamari with pizza!
Alex OrrMay 11, 2013Over-rated and over-priced. Of the half dozen things we tried, only the chicken thigh impressed. Save yourself the dough and stop in at the bar, order the thighs and a proseco and move on.
Alex PopovaAugust 31, 2015Interesting cocktails and yummy personal pizzas. Good for a late night snack and drink.
StuartMay 16, 2013Pop-up sandwich is on till Friday May 17th! Don't fret opening up on 14th Street! Chicken Parm quite delicious! No sides!
Bob BallentineAugust 23, 2014Great food and cocktails. Great place to go with friends. Excellent staff.
Get the Sweet Corn Agnolotti when in season. The Gnocci is a good choice too, as is Countryman pizza.
Ann FFebruary 17, 2014Graffiato's Brussels sprouts are incredible--best Brussels sprouts small plate dish in DC!
Tasting TableMarch 1, 2012Start the weekend at Graffiato with the new brunch menu. Highlights include barrel-aged negronis, breakfast pizza and spaghetti carbonara.
Your order needs to include the on tap prosecco, chicken thighs+pepperoni sauce and the gnocchi with braised pork and burrata. #nomz all around!
SarahOctober 8, 2012Tapas sized portions. Perfect for lots of tasting! The charred octopus was our favorite.
RyanMay 25, 2015This place holds up well over the past few years. Still really strong pastas and pizzas.- John TaylorAugust 30, 2011The Sweet Corn Agnolotti is one of the best dishes I've had, period. Make sure you order it. Don't leave unless you have. Read more
Candice BarnesMarch 16, 2012Get the presecco on tap at the bar. It's delicious and seriously, have you ever had bubbly served on tap before?
Lynn PinaJuly 19, 2012The crispy lamb and corn ravioli are both amazing. The DC Mule cocktail is the best!
Sweet corn agnolotti and the pepperoni sauce are among the best dishes out there!
Vino50: Grape American Road TripOctober 31, 2011We love the Graffiato Nebbiolo from Breaux Vineyards of Loudoun County Virginia. It pairs great with the Porky's Revenge pizza!
Becca GoodmanNovember 18, 2014Calamari on pizza? Sounds crazy; but the jersey shore pizza is awesome!!!
Christine ShepherdFebruary 9, 2012Don't listen to tips about the Jersey Shore. Better pizzas on menu. Calamari cooked well but not meant for pizza topping. Gnocchi and cauliflower were great.
Love this place. Try the shindig pinot grigio rose wine and the nutella cookies are kick ass
Leandro LageraJune 30, 2012Try the Sweet Corn Agnolotti with Chanterelles and Pine Nuts -
KellyMarch 9, 2017Pepperoni sauce was good, but not quite as amazing as I'd hoped. The rest of the meal exceeded expectations though!
Adam EpsteinMarch 31, 2013Very solid place beside the Verizon centre. - ramen place next store is also cool
BanueMay 21, 2013Pepperoni sauce and flatbread are the best thing here. Octopus, co-op steak and beets were OK.
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Opening Spring 2011!
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Wed, Sun
- 11:30 AM–11:00 PM
- Thu–Sat
- 11:30 AM–Midnight
(202) 289-3600
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"The squid ink pasta is spicy and amazing. You get bread here too, so light and fluffy!"
Char - 8.3
"Pappardelle with lamb ragu and gnocchi with mushrooms. Vanilla and peach ice-cream is great too."
Darren Camilleri - 8.1
"Arancini, burrata, the Drunken Love pizza, any macaroni with the Sunday sauce and the tiramisu are must haves."
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"Best ramen in DC. Best egg. Looking forward for a decent competition to come around to offer up other styles e.g., tonkatsu"
Ruth K - 7.0
"Definitely get there early. I like to grab a beer before the snow with my friends. It's a great looking theater with comfy seats and a good location."
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