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Osteria Morini
Italian Restaurant$$$$
Navy Yard, Washington
Has a stamp of approval from Eater and Washington Post
"Homemade pasta, excellent cheese patters, and amazing view."(4 Tips)
"The squid ink pasta is spicy and amazing."(3 Tips)
"Crostini are delicious too especially the parmigiano "gelato.""(2 Tips)
"... your pasta, get the Grigliata Mista: lamb chop, skirt steak, sausage, pancetta,..."(2 Tips)
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EaterJanuary 6, 2014New York restaurateur Michael White's first foray into the D.C. market. The restaurant boasts waterfront views, homemade pastas and elegant Italian dishes, as well as a selection of amari drinks.
Rob BouknightMarch 25, 2014Excellent, Vibrant and fresh Italian Cuisine with a contemporary atmosphere and waterfront setting. Lunch two plate (antipasti-entree) special for 25 is worth the trip! Great wine selection !
Washington PostAugust 19, 2014A 30-something mom wearing a BabyBjorn fits in as easily as the businessman sipping a cocktail. Floor-to-ceiling windows the waterfront, while more than a dozen homemade pastas make sharing a must. Read more
Behrad EatsMay 9, 2015They know how to work a grill here! So along with your pasta, get the Grigliata Mista: lamb chop, skirt steak, sausage, pancetta, and marinated peppers.
- Brandon CainAugust 9, 2015This place is truly a delight! Homemade pasta, excellent cheese patters, and amazing view. Gnocchi here is far the best choice on the menu.
Bitches Who BrunchJuly 15, 2016The Bitches say: B+. Osteria Morini is a classic, hearty Italian spot in an upscale environment. It’s perfect for family parties or a date on the waterfront. Don’t miss the Burrata and the Battilardo! Read more
Megan MastersOctober 16, 2016Loved the pasta! A relative ordered the ribeye which didn't live up to expectations however.
Tammy GordonJune 23, 2014I love the two course salad and pasta pairing for lunch by the river. Great escape from the work day! (The panzanella is amazing.)
Marie L.February 18, 2014A seriously worthy place to splurge on carbs. Bread is amaze. Meatballs are moist and tender. Pasta is extremely fresh. Parmigiano Gelato = I've died and gone to heaven.- Paul KrzychJuly 22, 2014Brunch was unbelievable! Great drinks eclipsed by the fabulous fare! Prosciutto panino, poached eggs, and ricotta pancakes were to die for! Be sure to have the roasted fingerling potatoes!!
- Behrad EatsMay 9, 2015Of course the pasta here is amazing. Get the Rigatoni: braised wild mushrooms, rosemary oil, parmigiano.
- Rick ServossMarch 27, 2016The pasta here is delicious. They have nice outdoor seating. I had an ice cream with espresso and a cookie dessert that was quite good.
- Bitches Who BrunchDecember 12, 2016Bitches Who Brunch's Best Bites 2016 winner for Best Cheese plate. The battilardo and burrata blew us away. Read more
Excellent pastas, you can’t go wrong! Also grab a cappuccino.
Elana Zygman BaninMarch 18, 2018Everything, one of the best Italian meals I have ever had. Only downside is it's extremely expensive.
AliceAugust 9, 2014If you can make it to dessert, try the riso. Perfect blend of flavors, light, and a wonderful way to end the meal.- The squid ink pasta is spicy and amazing. You get bread here too, so light and fluffy!
Chris SweetFebruary 22, 2016Some of the best pasta I've ever had, and their chocolate molten cake dessert is incredible
Bryan PowellFebruary 17, 2020Pasta is always solid and made in house. They also have a decent wine list.
- AliceAugust 9, 2014The tagliatelle is superb. Also, the bucatini if you're looking for a lighter dish. Guests are encouraged to share plates!
Danielle DaSilvaJune 11, 2018AMAZING pasta dishes. They are all phenomenal. Get your own, and then share another for dessert.
- Chucho S.January 26, 2015The highlight here are definitely the homemade pastas. Crostini are delicious too especially the parmigiano "gelato." Cocktails good but overpriced.
Chloe HMay 25, 2015Order the arugula salad, grigliata mista and the squid ink pasta. Wine is overpriced here!
Try the Torba d'Oro (Golden Peat) - citrus & smoky Scotch perfectly balanced.
Josei ==> @ShoesNFood www.JetSetDC.comNovember 30, 2013Desserts are decadent! Decor is fresh. Service is great
Pierce VoorthuisDecember 19, 2013A little disappointed. Wine by the glass on the high side, service was a little off, and menu online was not accurate and flavor weren't anything special. I felt like I was overpaying.
KatieMarch 31, 2015Food is fine, but brutally cold, unfriendly hostess who rushed us out b/c we 'didn't have a reservation.' Didn't know that was a crime these days.
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Chef Michael White's Osteria Morini D.C. at the Yards introduces Washington, D.C. to the soulful cuisine and convivial spirit of the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy
Closed until 4:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM
- 4:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM
- 4:00 PM–10:30 PM
- Sat
- 5:00 PM–10:30 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–2:30 PM
- 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
(202) 484-0660
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Wim Mathues - 8.5
"For a friend's birthday, the kitchen did separate tasting menus (one for meat eaters sans shellfish and pork, one for vegetarians sans mushrooms). Every course was excellent."
Scott Lawrence - 8.7
"Very good food. Table available on sat night with short notice. Waiters super professional. We were party of six and all our meals were magnificent!"
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