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L'Ardente Washington Reviews
This will be a spendy meal, but 100% worth it.
Three distinct and unique seating areas depending on the occasion. Highly recommend a reservation as we saw a group of 3 ahead of us get turned around with no openings for walk ins. Everything we tried was exceptional! The duck ravioli shooters wer
Amazing experience here.
Great restaurant for a special occasion. I highly recommend the duck ravioli and of course the 40 layer lasagna. Our waitresss was super nice as well.
Very attentive service, gorgeous plating, and incredibly
Very attentive service, gorgeous plating, and incredibly memorable food. I'll be dreaming about the lasagna and pornstar martini with caviar for quite some time.
Holy buss.
The food is so good and the restaurant looks great. Don't get me started on the damn bread (excellent).
4.5 stars. I saw "Glam Italian" on the backs of some of
4.5 stars. I saw "Glam Italian" on the backs of some of their shirts and it's the best description of L'Ardente. My friend and I were walk-ins early on in dinner service and we got seats at the counter. Service was nice and reliab
This was my second time having dinner here and I have
This was my second time having dinner here and I have nothing but positives to say about this restaurant. Friendly staff. Fresh and tasty menu items. Good ambiance. All around nice experience. You feel at home from the minute you step in to the momen
I came here with a couple of my friends for dinner, and I
I came here with a couple of my friends for dinner, and I am READY to go back! From the time we walked in, to the time we walked out, everything was amazing. Our server, Brittany was really cool and very friendly. We started off with the focaccia, po
So you'd think with the tagline "glam Italian," L'Ardente
So you'd think with the tagline "glam Italian," L'Ardente might be a bit of a gimmick. Perhaps the tagline is, but the food most definitely is not. L'Ardente is extremely hard to get into, but one bite in and you'll know
My husband had an event in DC this week, and since it was
My husband had an event in DC this week, and since it was our first time in that part of the city, we decided to check this place out for dinner. We didn't have a reservation but were lucky enough to find seats at the bar and I'm so glad we
Amazing gluten free pasta with impeccable service.
The ambiance is fun and fresh. My husband loves the 40 layer lasagna and I think the GF frutti di mare is amazing.
Really delicious meal.
Perfect to use that Resy credit from AMEX. The Duck Hunt ravioli dish is Michelin level fine dining, amazing! I also thought the Cesare salad was extremely well crafted. The funghi tasted different to me this time. I wonder if the mushroom change dep
The people and food were all amazing.
This was the second time for myself and my sister dining at this restaurant and it did not disappoint. Our server was so kind and patient. The food came out so quickly with it tasting just as delicious as I remember the last time I visited. Our famil
Overall ambiance was a 10/10, but I was completely
Overall ambiance was a 10/10, but I was completely disappointed by the food. I ordered the capellini alle vongole and it was terrible: chewy, overcooked clams on top of dry, flavorless pasta with barely any sauce. To make matters worse, we were overc
Though I haven't enjoyed the food in the actual restaurant.
... I did enjoy my 40 layer lasagna. I HATE TRUFFLE. I really do but my love for lasagna outweighed my hate for truffle so I gave it a try. delicious. I couldn't use much of the truffle sauce but it was a delicious dish. I can't wait to ac
I've heard great things about @lardentedc brunch so had to
I've heard great things about @lardentedc brunch so had to check it out myself I loved my summery and fruity pavlova alla pesche - with peaches, raspberries, pistachios, and gelato on top a crunch pavlova my friend had the dreamiest lookin
This is a beautiful restaurant with world class service and
This is a beautiful restaurant with world class service and delicious food. The menu is so diverse that there is something for everyone. The cocktail and wine list is phenomenal and I recommend trying several drinks. From appetizers to entrees throug
5 stars! We are so so happy we tried this restaurant.
We ate here on our first night in DC and were so excited to try the food. I let our server know I am gluten free and she let me know which items could be substituted with gluten free pasta. We started with splitting the Caesar salad and asked for cro
I've been twice for my birthday and the experience was
I've been twice for my birthday and the experience was exceptional both times. Service was seamless, and the food is always a 10/10. You can order any item off the menu it'll leave you satisfied.
Food and service are amazing.
My favorites are duck hunt and their caesar salad - that little bit of lemon takes it to the next level! They're famous for their lasagna which is delicious. I can see why they're known for it!
Delicious!! All the things we ordered were incredible.
Lasagna was great (but extremely rich) cocktails were lovely. Our waitress was so kind and attentive, but gave us our time to really enjoy the meal. Ambiance is nice, it was quite busy but there were so many people working there that the service was
We loved every dish at L'Ardente! My favorite was the
We loved every dish at L'Ardente! My favorite was the Venetian risotto--it was absolutely amazing. Our server was fantastic and really made the experience special (wish I remembered his name to give him credit!). The atmosphere was a bit loud, b
L'Ardente had been on my list for a while, but I finally
L'Ardente had been on my list for a while, but I finally tried it for dinner last weekend, when I was in DC with a friend. We had an early reservation. The restaurant is beautiful - upscale, sophisticated, pretty (except for their "Please d
L'Ardente is quite simply one of the better Italian
L'Ardente is quite simply one of the better Italian restaurants in all of DC. The dining room is an exercise in elegant modernity; replete with high ceilings, large windows looking out onto busy Mass. Ave, and gold finishes including the chan
I went here for lunch and had a good time! I was sad that
I went here for lunch and had a good time! I was sad that the lasagna was not available for lunch but I guess that just means I will have to come back for dinner. The service was very amazing and very accommodating. The drinks were wonderful and came
Overall a very solid experience.
Ambiance and service were on point, sommelier got us to a bottle we wanted, and serving sizes left us very satisfied (Caeser specifically is a hearty salad!) Fried cauliflower was nice, came with an interesting sounding aioli that tasted just like a
Amazing Italian cuisine with unexpected surprises.
We tried all of the recommendations and they did not disappoint. The restaurant was busy but not too noisy. We sat at the chef's counter and engaged with the Executive Sous Chef. He was super friendly and an amazing leader. The food was deliciou
We came here for a special occasion.
The place is on the fancier side... beautiful, but packed and noisy for a weekday. Someone famous must have been dining at the same time because there were security guards everywhere. All the food we tried was flavorful and artistic - scallop gnocc
We started with a delightful trio of appetizers: focaccia
We started with a delightful trio of appetizers: focaccia bread, archini, and burtta, and they were all delicious. Main Courses Ravioli** - A standout with a distinct kick of lemon that brightened every bite. Pappardelle** - Creamy and rich, each st
Easy 5 stars.
Some of the best Italian in the city, and exceptionally excellent pasta. Their 40 layer lasagna is a must, the duck hunt ravioli is such a fun app, and I especially loved my pappardelle this visit. The cocktails are fun (jello Negroni, yes please!!)
Hands down one of the best Italian restaurants you will
Hands down one of the best Italian restaurants you will ever experience. You must try the 40 layer lasagna. The Caesar salad was also a highlight. The attention from staff is impeccable and there really is nothing I could ask from a restaurant. Highl
This place is one of the best I've tried in DC! The
This place is one of the best I've tried in DC! The 40-layer lasagna, their signature dish, absolutely lived up to the hype--it's definitely big enough to share between two people. Our server, Sergio, was fantastic and made the evening even
Everything was so perfect.
The food was amazing. The staff so helpful and pleasant. Can't wait to return.
Probably the best casual Italian restaurant I have tried
Probably the best casual Italian restaurant I have tried in the D.C area, chef knows what he's doing, food is superb, service exceptional, staff was on top of every details. The restaurant is quite big in size, but you feel like you were in a s
These folks don't need any additional reviews! This place
These folks don't need any additional reviews! This place is very nice. Fellas pop the question here. Ijs. Good food and a ring. Came by on Labor Day, as soon as they opened. Was whisked to my seat. Ambiance very nice. All staff attentive. I ord
Came in towards the end of lunch, sat at the bar for quick
Came in towards the end of lunch, sat at the bar for quick service. Bartender was attentive and informative. The cesare was very lemony, was expecting the anchovies/salt to be a bit more forward.
Big, Loud, Expensive, Good
A huge place packed on a pre-holiday Friday evening. Remarkable it can draw in such crowds at that price level. The last time I heard that much noise was at a Who concert in the 1980s. Hard to converse with your partner: I wouldn't recommend for
Summer Restaurant Week treat
L'Ardente has been in the Capitol Crossing development for a while now (since 2021) and we finally had an opportunity to try it for lunch during summer restaurant week. It's from the owners of Unconventional Diner which we like and also fe
Sunday dinner
Warmly greeted when we came in and seated promptly. Small menu , we ordered the Arancini which were very good with the Calabrian chile sauce that made it special. My pasta was ok nothing really to die for . Her pasta was a bucatini Carbonara which wa
Upscale Italian in an elegant setting with casual ambience
This is a superb restaurant contrary to some of the negative reviews I have seen. Elegant room with tall ceilings. I spotted a few celebrities in the room. Food quality is high. Lasagna was exceptional,, cacio e pepe was excellent, but not the most e
Flamed out
Family Mother’s Day outing. Not very welcoming. Noisy. Ordered fish for two and they just plopped it on the table with salad plates. Not proper service for such a pretentious and expensive restaurant. But must say, the tiramisu flambé was a unique
A brilliant blend of classic and creative
We had an absolutely amazing degustation menu meal at L’Ardente, served family style to suit our large group, and every dish left a lasting impression. Each course honored Italian culinary traditions while introducing thoughtful, exciting variatio
Over price and below average service.
I ordered the pizza. It was good, however it would have been better if there was some pizza sauce. The crust was slightly burnt. My wife ordered the linguine with frutti di mare. I rate that a 8 out of 10. Service was below average. I had to go to
On the pricey side, food good, server great.
Very busy, server was great. Food was good but not overwhelming. Had a pizza and it was ok. The food prices were on the high side.
A memorable experience: Will Return
Outstanding service, seated quickly, and staff was extremely attentive. The food was excellent, the table was cleaned frequently and in between each course.
It was my second time at L'Ardente.
This time was on a Tuesday right after work so I was surprised to see how packed it was already at 6pm. The ambiance felt so light and airy with the sunlight. We sat by the window and the service was very attentive l. Different staff kept coming chec
I was pretty bummed out by the 40-layer Lasagna.
It was called award-winning, but it was just a bunch of horizontal layers, so you could only taste a few layers at a time. It was pretty average, nothing special. The linguine was undercooked, and the tiramisu was a letdown. The rum and passion fruit
Upcoming spot in the social scene of DC
There was a lot of hype about this place so we decided to check it out. The crowd was mostly couples on a date and large groups of friends. A very lively atmosphere. Definitely a hot spot in the making. Service was good, server was friendly and gave
Amazing experience!
My son recommended this restaurant for celebrating my husband’s birthday. Oh boy!! The ambience, food and our server Sebastian were all amazing making it a wonderful experience!! Double thumbs up !!
Run do not walk.
The truffle lasagna is likely one of the best meals I've ever had. Couple that with amazing service and a stunning dining room and you'll have an epic evening.
Came here for my husband's birthday.
Everything was very tasty and it did not disappoint! Portion sizes were decent also.
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