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Ristorante La Perla of Washington Reviews List

Ristorante La Perla of Washington

The restaurant of choice of many distinguished diners and restaurant critics, Ristorante La Perla of Washington, located near Georgetown at the tail-end of the historic Pennsylvania Avenue, takes its diners on a culinary journey through Italy with elegant decor surpassed only by authentic mouth-watering Italian masterpieces. During Lunch and Dinner hours, pastas and flavorful sauces simmer while prime meats, poultry, seafood and vegetables roast to treat diners to a little bit of heaven, with a long lasting memory for your taste buds, thanks to the vision of famous chef Vittorio Testa, who has kept alive the Italian culinary tradition for over three decades. Chef-Owner Vittorio Testa will make you feel like you're dining in his house. The waiters exceed expectations, and the space is garnished with painted tiles and Venetian glass to make every dining occasion a memorable one. There's also Private dining and Outdoor seating when the weather permits.
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85 Current Reviews
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Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(85 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 85 reviews
5 stars
(37)
4 stars
(34)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Noise Level
1.7 / 3
Moderate
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Ristorante La Perla of Washington Reviews List
Review 1 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Personal Attention in a Busy City

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Dined on 6/06/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Awesome dinning experience. The chief came out and assisted us with our order and then came to be sure we liked it. Incredible food and amazing personal attention."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A little too casual

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Dined on 5/31/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Some of the patrons were too loud and distracting. I wish someone would have told them to shut up. But for that this is one fine place. Chef Testa personally comes out to check on your dinner. It makes everyone feel special. The overall service is first rate. The food is wonderful."
Dined on 5/31/2013
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Review 3 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Right on tartget

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Dined on 5/31/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"Such a great place. The service is great, everyone treats you like royalty :) The food is fantastic. Being Italian, I know how things are suppose to taste and the chef Vittorio gets it on the mark every time! Everything that everyone ordered was great- there were 5 of us and not one complaint."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was so nice of the owner to make the rounds and congratulate the grads. The food was excellent and the desserts superb. Loved my aond cale"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 5 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best Italian in DC

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"La Perla is some of, if not THE, best Italian food in DC. The food is exquisite, the service wonderful, and the atmosphere intimate. Definitely would recommend La Perla to anyone!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food was very good but service was terrible. We only ordered entrees and that took 2 hours. After we finished eating, they cleared the table and ignored us for 20 minutes until I asked the host if our waiter had gone home. It's unfortunate because the food was very good."
Dined on 5/17/2013
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Review 7 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great for date!

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We were looking for an Italian restaurant in the DC area and came across La Perla. We were very happy to find this neighborhood gem. The food was great and the service excellent. We would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"great location, nice atmosphere, fine service, food that is good."
Dined on 5/09/2013
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Review 9 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 4/09/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is "old school" Italian for sure, right down to the "elder statesmen" serving as waiters. You'll find all of the traditional Italian fare here, ranging from Veal Marsala to Spaghetti Carbonara, all done very well and served direct from the kitchen."
Dined on 4/09/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 10 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The name says it all

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"I passed by La Perla completely by chance with a few friends and ended up going with my dad. He absolutely loved it (as did I). Everyone is very friendly, including the chef. The pastas are all freshly made and the bread is phenomenal. I have been there more than once now and I would recommend it to my friends."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, late-night find
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Review 11 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Anniversary Dinner for 7

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The reservation staff adjusted twice on short notice for our group of 7, Owner/Chef couldn't have been more accommodating including an off-the-menu entre selection, wait staff were helpful and timely, food was excellent, hard-to-find quality on the Gibson Martinis, surprise on the house lemoncellos and anniversary dessert."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

They never miss a beat!

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The owner stops and talks with everyone, having just come from preparing or overseeing the preparation of your amazing meal!!!
The food is MARVELOUS. Fresh, flavorful, unique. Even the desserts are made in house.
The room is packed yet you do not feel claustrophobic. You have your own space. You can hear to talk with your party...the noise is not prohibitive.
The ambience is great...many priceless treasures throughout including the chandeliers that were brought back from Italy.
We don't go often enough.
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Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great choice for a special occasion

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Always a great choice for a birthday or anniversary. Food is wonderful, ambiance perfect, and you never know who you will be sitting next to - a Senator, Congressman, Diplomat. Great restaurant."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything was perfect. They

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything was perfect. They even greeted me by name when I entered. There were so many wonderful choices it was hard to decide. Fresh, fabulous, delicious. They even gave my friend a bday desert with candle without me reminding them. Oh, did I mention the pasta.Go."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful Caesar salad ,veal

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Wonderful Caesar salad ,veal marsala, and cantada dessert."
Dined on 04/22/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 16 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Unfortunately, it seems that

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Unfortunately, it seems that the service was off on the night that we visited. We waited 40 minutes before calling someone over to take our drinks order. And another 10 before we received the menus to review. There was also a long wait between the courses."
Dined on 04/15/2013
 2006
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Review 17 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Absolutely outstanding meal

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Absolutely outstanding meal and evening. We had reserved a table for four at 7 PM. Seated promptly. Tables nicely spaced. The four of us had gnocchi, cannelloni, trout with crabmeat. and a daily special langoustine and pasta as our main courses. Delicious. Service was gentle and non-rushed and appropriately in the background instead of in your face. Kiss of Naples desert (ice cream covered in chocolate and chocolate sauce) makes my all-time list of great deserts. Ambiance was superb. Noise letter was perfect--- nice hum and hubbub of indistinguishable conversations giving the room a warm glow, yet we were all able to converse without leaning in or raisin our voice. One of the nicest evenings out for dinner I have had in a very long time."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 18 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Despite the somewhat old-fashioned

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Despite the somewhat old-fashioned feel to the place, the food was excellent. It's like having a great family dinner at your Italian grandmother's house."
Dined on 04/10/2013
 2004
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Review 19 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The service was helpful at

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"The service was helpful at the beginning and then became not helpful at all. He got very rude towards the end. The food was excellent. The chef came out and talked to us. This place has a great location and is a really relaxing venue."
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Try it you will be very happy!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The waiter offered a great Moscato. The food was GREAT, prepared to everyones liking, and the service was excellent. There were 7 of us and everyone had the feeling we chose a great restaurant. We had a wonderful time."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2007
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 21 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Soup was good but pasta was

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Soup was good but pasta was overcooked--far from al dente. Service was adequate but rather curt and certainly didn't seem more than just basic in terms of attitude."
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2006
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Review 22 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is a beautiful restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is a beautiful restaurant with old world Italian charm. The decorations, from light fixtures to knick knacks remind me of an Italian grandmother's home. The food is amazing, and everything tastes homemade with love. The pastas are fresh, and run the gamut from basic to nouvelle cuisine. The veal is outstanding. My only complaint was the service. Our waiter was not attentive, and we had to search him out for more water, and even the bill. For the price we paid, I expected a more attentive wait staff."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 23 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The best italian food in WDC.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The best italian food in WDC. Salads were our starters. dinner for us was fish, chicken and pastas. All good flavors and cooked perfect!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

First time there, probably

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"First time there, probably won't go back. Food was generally good, but overpriced. Fried calamari was very disappointing, For $15 I expected a more visually appealing plate, and more than the handful of plain looking and tasting calamari pieces. Be careful of the mixed drinks. They charge $20 for a Manhattan."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 25 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I've dined here often. And

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I've dined here often. And have never been disappointed."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service was very prompt and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Service was very prompt and polite, the food was outstanding with the exception of the calamari which we ordered as an appetizer. It was not bad but not as unique or of the caliber of the rest of the meal. Excellent wine selection, ambiance was nice not too loud to have a conversation. I would definitely go back."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A thoroughly enjoyable experience.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A thoroughly enjoyable experience. Attentive service without hovering. Precisely the kind of great Italian restaurant I was seeking. The chef/owner, Vitorrio was gracious and added to our dining experience. We had a terrific table!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 28 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Not impressed

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was my first time visiting Ristorante La Perla. Food was slow to arrive, which -- to be fair -- can happen on a busy Saturday night. But with the exception of one dish, the food for our party of four was disappointing. A fish special with spinach was well-prepared and tasty, but sauces for pasta dishes were bland, and a veal entree was swimming in an oil/lemon/butter sauce that lacked flavor. La Perla is in an attractive space with a nice view of Pennylvania Avenue, but the food is not up to par for what you'd expect for that price in that location."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2008
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 29 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had dinner here with coworkers

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Had dinner here with coworkers while in town for a conference. Food was fantastic and service was outstanding. Definitely plan to return!"
Dined on 03/07/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice Italian Find in DC

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent meal with good service. I'd definitely go again and I've already recommended it to others."
Dined on 03/04/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

excellent restaurant, but

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"excellent restaurant, but prices too high on many items."
Dined on 02/24/2013
 2007
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Review 32 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A very cosy feel and very

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A very cosy feel and very good food."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent! Love the trout

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
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"Excellent!
Love the trout with spinach and crabmeat!
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Dined on 02/18/2013
 2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 34 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Terrific meal, great service,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Terrific meal, great service, extensive menu. If you can't find something great to eat here, you're just not hungry."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2007
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Review 35 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Tables were very close together,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Tables were very close together, but I've never had better Italian food!! Wait staff was also very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable"
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 36 for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A DC Treat

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"La Perla is the place to go when you want to treat yourself well. The calamari or the clams or the coconut shrimp to start present a difficult choice. The veal chop or the trout majextic are staples. One is always well served to select something off the daily specials page. It is important to leave room for a kiss of Naples to top it off. The food is made even better by the good service and a table-side visit from Chef Testa."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Ristorante La Perla of Washington
Based on the average of (49) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
18 out of 18 recommend this product
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
1.7 / 3
Moderate