Olazzo - Menu

Olazzo is a cozy Italian restaurant that serves decent neighborhood fare. The food is reliably good, though it doesn’t quite achieve anything remarkable. The pa... read more Olazzo is a cozy Italian restaurant that serves decent neighborhood fare. The food is reliably good, though it doesn’t quite achieve anything remarkable. The pasta is well-prepared, but it could use a bit more flavor. The marinara sauce is acceptable, but it lacks the herbal notes that would really elevate it. The waitstaff is friendly and capable, although they often recommend the pricier entrees and wines instead of the best selections. Overall, it's a charming spot with classic red-checkered tablecloths, deserving of a return visit.

Great Bread. I know, cheering the bread might seem like a back-handed complement, except so few restaurants in the DC area seem to care about the bread. It's wh... read more Great Bread. I know, cheering the bread might seem like a back-handed complement, except so few restaurants in the DC area seem to care about the bread. It's what I noticed first. Ciabbatta. Delivered warm. Very nice. The food here is serviceable, reasonably-priced, and properly proportioned. The Caprese, generous. The Sausage and Peppers over Linguini sweet, even if it could benefit from a tomato or two. The Linguini with white clam sauce, just fine. You'll know immediately that you're not in Italy, but this is a nice restaurant, small enough to feel cozy. I'm not raving about this place, but I will probably return on another rainy Friday night, hoping to avoid the live music and hysterical giggling so common to way too many other restaurants in this town.