Alta Strada – Italian
Alta Strada captures the soulful essence of a classic Italian kitchen, where the intoxicating aroma of toasted garlic and simmering sauces fills a space that feels both timeless and vibrant. Guests gather over plates of velvety house-made ricotta and paper-thin San Daniele prosciutto before diving into comforting bowls of rigatoni alla vodka or the legendary, golden-crusted garlic bread. It is a place where nostalgic charm meets modern energy, turning every meal into a spirited celebration of authentic flavors and shared moments.
465, K Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20001 +12026294662 https://www.altastradarestaurant.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, tlc, volumetrics, zone, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Alta Strada
Dairy-Free at Alta Strada
Alta Strada in Washington has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dry-Aged NY Strip (12 oz), Chicken Milanese and Beet Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Alta Strada
Alta Strada in Washington has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Milanese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Alta Strada
Alta Strada in Washington has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mama Zecca’s Eggplant, Old School Ricotta and Our World Famous Garlic Bread. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Alta Strada
Alta Strada in Washington has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dry-Aged NY Strip (12 oz), Beet Salad and Spaghetti AOP. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Alta Strada
Alta Strada in Washington has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rigatoni Alla Vodka, Mama Zecca’s Eggplant and Old School Ricotta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Alta Strada
Alta Strada in Washington has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Spaghetti AOP. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Alta Strada
Alta Strada in Washington has 14 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rigatoni Alla Vodka, Tagliatelle Bolognese and Mama Zecca’s Eggplant. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at Alta Strada
Alta Strada in Washington has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Milanese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Alta Strada
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Parm | 21.3 g | 55.6 g |
| Beet Salad | 108.3 g | 44.5 g |
| Baby Arugula Salad | 24.4 g | 43.5 g |
| Quattro Formaggi Ravioli | 35.8 g | 38.5 g |
| Nonna’s Meatballs | 51.2 g | 32.9 g |
| Rigatono 'alla Buttera' | 10 g | 18.4 g |
| Fried Calamari | 6 g | 15.5 g |
| Chicken Milanese | 1.7 g | 13.6 g |
| Crispy Artichokes Hearts | 9.7 g | 11.3 g |
| Tagliatelle Bolognese | 1.6 g | 9.8 g |
| Mezzaluna Ravioli | 17.5 g | 8.1 g |
| Dry-Aged NY Strip (12 oz) | 12.2 g | 5.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:30 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Antipasto
- Our World Famous Garlic Bread - $12: Spicy Tomato Basil Dipping Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $15: Organic Romaine Hearts, Garlicky Breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Old School Ricotta - $15: Sage, Red Chili, Olive Oil, Crostini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- San Daniele Prosciutto - $22: Creamy Burrata, Fig Jam, Crostini Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby Arugula Salad - $15: Shaved Mushrooms, Truffle, Parmigiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nonna’s Meatballs - $16: Spicy Tomato Sauce, Ricotta, Parmigiano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $18: Hot Peppers, Parsley, Tomato Basil Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mussels Fra Diavlo - $19: Spicy Tomato Basil Sauce, Garlic, Cherry Pepper, Parsley, Crostini Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Spaghetti AOP - $25: San Marzano Tomatoes, EVOO, Garlic, Crushed Red Pepper, Parsley Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Alla Vodka - $26: Garlic, Basil, San Marzano Tomato, Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fedelini Vongole - $29: Manilla Clams, Cherry Tomatoes, Lemon, Parsley Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quattro Formaggi Ravioli - $28: Basil, San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Parmigiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tagliatelle Bolognese - $31: Classic Bolognese Sauce, Parmigiano Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mezzaluna Ravioli - $29: Cremini Mushrooms, Truffle, Parmigiano Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chitarra - $41: Lobster, Shrimp, Spicy Tomato, Basil Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Parm - $29: San Marzano Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Parm, Broccoli Aglio Olio Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mama Zecca’s Eggplant - $29: San Marzano Tomato, Mozzarella, Parm, Broccoli Aglio Olio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Milanese - $29: Baby Arugula, Frisée, Ripe Tomato, Pickled Red Onion, Grilled Lemon Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Salmon - $37: Green Beans Agrodolce, Confit Tomatoes, Roasted Fennel Sambuca, Radish Capers Salad, Romesco Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Filet Branzino - $32: Green Beans Agrodolce, Confit Tomatoes, Roasted Fennel Sambuca, Radish Capers Salad, Romesco Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Slow Cooked Halibut - $39: Green Beans Agrodolce, Confit Tomatoes, Roasted Fennel Sambuca, Radish Capers Salad, Romesco Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dry-Aged NY Strip (12 oz) - $61: Garlic Rosemary Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Red Wine Sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner
- Lamb Chops Scottadito - $49: Garlic Rosemary Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Red Wine Sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Filet Mignon (8oz) - $61: Garlic Rosemary Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Red Wine Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Celebrate the Season
- Beet Salad - $16: Spinach, Grapefruit, Pecorina Salata, Hazelnuts, Aged Sherry Vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Artichokes Hearts - $15: Pesto Bianco, Pickled Fresnos, Lemon Sauce Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Gnocchi ‘al Cinghiale’ - $32: Fresh Basil Pesto, Stracciatella, Parmigiano, Toasted Pine Nuts Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatono 'alla Buttera' - $29: Italian Fennel Sausage, Fresh Peas, Creamy Tomato Sauce Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pumpkin Ravioli - $28: Brown Butter, Sage, Lemon, Pecans, Stracchiatella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Alta Strada
- Is Alta Strada dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Alta Strada has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dry-Aged NY Strip (12 oz), Chicken Milanese and Beet Salad.
- What can I eat at Alta Strada on a dairy-free diet?
- Dry-Aged NY Strip (12 oz), Chicken Milanese and Beet Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Alta Strada have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Dry-Aged NY Strip (12 oz) and Beet Salad.
- Is Alta Strada gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Alta Strada?
- Chicken Parm, at roughly 55.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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