Reviews


Al Tiramisu offers a mixed experience for diners, with some feeling disappointed by the up-selling tactics of the waitstaff while others rave about the delicious food, generous portions, and professional service. Those who enjoyed their visit praised the authentic Italian atmosphere, friendly staff, and flavorful dishes that reminded them of dining in Italy. The restaurant is recommended for its impressive risotto, well-cooked meat dishes, and welcoming ambiance. While some diners felt let down by the service, overall, Al Tiramisu remains a classic old-school Italian restaurant with a loyal customer base, generally, Al Tiramisu receives a rating of 4.3 on average.

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 5634 reviews

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Restaurantji
4.6 ★ from 633 reviews
SueK
15.12.2023 - 14:27

The lobster risotto was delicious. The service was fantastic. All the staff had lots of personality and were very attentive. It reminded me of the best of Italy...

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mmmmmezze
15.12.2023 - 14:27

Excellent and welcoming service, delicious food. Enjoyed the lamb chops!

Kirsten
15.12.2023 - 14:27

Moved out of DC 4 years ago. Came back for a long weekend visit. The food and service were as exceptional as I remembered.

Chriss
15.12.2023 - 14:27

This is a gem. I should not expose this truth but it is a restaurant that transports you back it Italy Feels like home

Elizabeth
15.12.2023 - 14:27

Al Tiramisu is the best restaurant in DC delicious food, fantastic service and a lovely ambience.

Google
4.6 ★ from 471 reviews
Isabella
16.02.2024 - 19:15

Good portions and food tasted very good. Very cute intimate place. Service was a little disappointing. After I was already eating I overheard the specials of th...

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김준희
16.02.2024 - 19:15

A classic old school neighborhood Italian restaurant. One of the oldest Italian places in this area. Great pasta and a very good wine selection with friendly se...

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Danilo
16.02.2024 - 19:15

Excellent Italian restaurant. I’d been planning to go there for ages and I’m happy I finally did it. The chef is a really nice guy and the service is excellent....

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Elton
16.02.2024 - 19:15

Disappointed table for one review. Decent place and they can cook a decent $30 plate. Vibe is 'oldy ' and clunky. Key review takeaway is beware of the up-sell:...

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Well
16.02.2024 - 19:15

I would give more stars if available. Excellent Food, excellent service... all in a comfortable and cozy setting in the Dupont Circle part of DC. One of the BES...

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Menulist
4.0 ★ from 5 reviews
Aylin
14.11.2017 - 23:36

My boyfriend and I were craving Italian food and a cutesie ambiance (okay that part was mostly me), so we decided to head to Al Tiramisu for a date night.

Euna
30.09.2019 - 04:09

My hubby and I went to Al Tiramisu for a date night last summer We really enjoyed the food and drinks.

Abraham
06.12.2017 - 11:55

Bummer! Unfortunately, I had to lower my rating to three starsWhy? I made the mistake of coming here during peak dining time8:00 p.m.

Elwyn
26.03.2023 - 10:55

I almost always have a great time here. It looks like a small hole in the wall, but it houses some of the best Italian pasta in DC. You have daily...

Dulce
26.03.2023 - 10:55

Very happy with our dinner. Had no reservation, but sat immediately because it was early at 6:00. Every single court we tried was...

INT Restaurants
4.5 ★ from 1639 reviews
Morgan
20.07.2023 - 16:02

This was the best experience for me and my family. The wonderful staff was able to accommodate us (6 people) for a same day dinner reservation on a Saturday. Fr...

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A
20.07.2023 - 16:02

Best risotto I've ever had. Second best polenta I've ever had. All the meat was cooked perfectly. Servings of everything were very generous including the appeti...

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Shantelle
20.07.2023 - 16:02

I love everything about the restaurant it's ambience, staff and food. I can't wait to visit again. A hidden treasure!

Arash
20.07.2023 - 16:02

We tried their Tiramisu and it was bet ween OK and good. I was not impressed by it but I would say it was just OK or maybe good. Definitely not bad. A little bi...

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Melissa
20.07.2023 - 16:02

Wonderful staff, easy to make a reservation for a larger group, fantastic food... simple Italian, not overly heavy, but amazingly good

Opentable
5.0 ★ from 221 reviews
Anonymous
16.02.2024 - 19:15

Dinner was wonderful. We arrived after a long travel day and came back to Al Tiramisu after a long absence. The food and service exceeded our expectations and l...

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Anonymous
16.02.2024 - 19:15

A wonderful New Year’s evening with the family! The food was outstanding in the service impeccable

Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 477 reviews
Yelp
4.0 ★ from 437 reviews
MenuWithPrice
3.8 ★ from 51 reviews
Gastroranking-US
4.1 ★ from 1705 reviews

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