Ruffino's Spaghetti House - Jermantown

My friend and I are looking for a new go to Italian restaurant. Hoping that this might fit the bill unfortunately is didn 't. First of all what serious Italian establishment cuts up the pasta? The tomatoe sauce was odd and had no real flavor except for an unusual tasting cheese The salad also had this same cheese. Positive: Chicken cutlet was pounded and tender.

I came here with my brother and the food and ambiance was excellent! I highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to experience Italian cuisine. We ordered the Calamari with polenta and Frutti De Mare. They also have a great wide selection of wine and beer.

This place is absolutely amazing and the owner is very welcoming. At my rehearsal dinner for our wedding they did a great job of accommodating both of our families and making everyone feel welcomed. The food was delicious!!. One of the best restaurants so far I’ve ever been to and it is our new anniversary spot. Highly recommend.

We came to Ruffino's after striking out elsewhere on Labor Day;however, this unintentional visit was surprisingly enjoyable! It was Fairfax City Restaurant Week so they only had their three course $35/per person menu. I had the watermelon/arugula/feta salad (as did my mom while my Dad had the fried mozzarella), the lamb bolognese (as did both of my parents), and the bread pudding (as did both of my parents). The watermelon was sweet and slightly grilled, the pickled onions were a nice touch as was the sweeter dressing. The lamb bolognese was another delicious item with home made, Al dente noodles. The bread pudding was not as sticky or sweet as I'd have liked. The other choice was a black and white cake. The owner was also our server and was very personable. I enjoyed my restaurant week meal here and I'd return again to try their regular menu!

I've visited this place for lunch twice in the past month pretty good food! Seating is comfortable and they are genuinely friendly. They remembered me from my last visit! Their garlic bread is amazing and I love the alfredo sauce it was quite savory. This place is in downtown Fairfax I haven't been here in the evenings, but it seems like it would be a great place for dinner.