Dolcezza – Italian
Dolcezza invites guests into a sun-drenched sanctuary where the comforting scent of rosemary biscuits and toasted sourdough English muffins fills the air. The kitchen elevates morning classics into indulgent art, from crispy jalapeno and gouda hashbrowns to tender braised beef short ribs, all paired perfectly with a vibrant pomegranate mimosa or a decadent spiked Mexican hot chocolate. Whether lingering over a golden buckwheat Liege waffle or taking home a gallon of their signature velvety gelato, every visit feels like a celebration of artisanal craftsmanship and soulful flavor.
904, Palmer Alley Northwest, Washington, DC, 20001 +12027332879 https://dolcezzagelato.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, pescatarian, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, tlc, volumetrics
Diet fit at Dolcezza
Halal at Dolcezza
Dolcezza in Washington has 5 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buckwheat Liege Waffle, Crispy Jalapeno and Gouda Hashbrown and Gelato (Gallon). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Dolcezza
Dolcezza in Washington has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pomegranate Mimosa and Spiked Mexican Hot Chocolate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Dolcezza
Dolcezza in Washington has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buckwheat Liege Waffle, Crispy Jalapeno and Gouda Hashbrown and Gelato (Gallon). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Dolcezza
Dolcezza in Washington has 6 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buckwheat Liege Waffle, Crispy Jalapeno and Gouda Hashbrown and Gelato (Gallon). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Dolcezza
Dolcezza in Washington has 7 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buckwheat Liege Waffle, Crispy Jalapeno and Gouda Hashbrown and Gelato (Gallon). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Anti-Inflammatory at Dolcezza
Dolcezza in Washington has 2 anti-inflammatory-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sorbetto (Gallon) and Braised Beef Short Rib. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
DASH Sodium-Reduced at Dolcezza
Dolcezza in Washington has 1 dash sodium-reduced-tagged dish on its current menu, including Braised Beef Short Rib. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
GERD-Friendly at Dolcezza
Dolcezza in Washington has 1 gerd-friendly-tagged dish on its current menu, including Braised Beef Short Rib. 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 Dolcezza
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Homemade Sourdough English Muffin | 39.6 g | 31.6 g |
| Breakfast Tacos | 88 g | 29.8 g |
| Braised Beef Short Rib | 62.8 g | 21.2 g |
| Crispy Jalapeno and Gouda Hashbrown | 23.9 g | 19.9 g |
| Spiked Mexican Hot Chocolate | 56.4 g | 9.5 g |
| Biscuits and Gravy | 13.9 g | 8.5 g |
| Sorbetto (Gallon) | 98.8 g | 7.2 g |
| Gelato (Gallon) | 0.5 g | 0.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Menu
Brunch Mains
- Homemade Sourdough English Muffin - $6: Breakfast Sausage, Baked Egg, American Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Togarashi Aioli Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Braised Beef Short Rib - $6: Slow Poached Egg, Mascarpone Whipped Polenta and Bacon Braised Kale Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Biscuits and Gravy - $5: Sunny Side Up Egg Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Tacos - $5: Spice Roasted Scrambled Eggplant, Cauliflower and Acorn Squash Chutney, Salsa Verde, Toasted Corn Tortilla Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Buckwheat Liege Waffle - $5: Spice Baked Apples and Dolcezza Chai Tea Gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sides
- Crispy Jalapeno and Gouda Hashbrown - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Rosemary Biscuit - $3: Fig Marmalade and Whipped Mascarpone Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Spiked Mexican Hot Chocolate - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pomegranate Mimosa - $10: Dolcezza Pomegranate Sorbet Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Wholesale Gelato
- Gelato (Gallon) - $50: Available flavors: Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate, Vanilla Bean, French Vanilla, Salted Caramel, Dulce de Leche, Stumptown Espresso, Roasted Strawberry, Cardamom, Green Tea, Cinnamon, Virginia Peanut Butter, Nocciola del Piemonte, Black Sesame Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sorbetto (Gallon) - $55: Available flavors: Red Raspberry, Mango, Strawberry, Passionfruit, Lime, Lemon, Coconut Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
Frequently Asked Questions about Dolcezza
- Is Dolcezza halal-friendly?
- Yes. Dolcezza has 5 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buckwheat Liege Waffle, Crispy Jalapeno and Gouda Hashbrown and Gelato (Gallon).
- What can I eat at Dolcezza on a halal diet?
- Buckwheat Liege Waffle, Crispy Jalapeno and Gouda Hashbrown and Gelato (Gallon) carry the halal tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Dolcezza have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Pomegranate Mimosa and Spiked Mexican Hot Chocolate.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Dolcezza?
- Homemade Sourdough English Muffin, at roughly 31.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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