Dupont Italian Kitchen – Italian
The air at Dupont Italian Kitchen is thick with the irresistible scent of toasted garlic and simmering herbs, drawing guests into a lively neighborhood space that feels like a warm, communal embrace. Golden-brown arancini and crispy calamari share the table with vibrant shrimp ceviche and fresh caprese, creating a tapestry of textures that balances rustic comfort with bright, coastal inspiration. It is a welcoming sanctuary where the simple joy of buttery garlic bread and steaming bowls of mussels invites diners to linger and savor the soulful essence of the Italian table.
1637, 17th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20009 +12023283222 https://dupontitaliankitchen.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, vegan, pescatarian, sugar-free, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, plant-based, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, volumetrics, carnivore, tlc, raw-food, detox, low-fodmap, alkaline, candida, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Garlic Bread - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Garlic Bread Bruschetta - $10: Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes & Basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Fried Calamari - $14 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Mozzarella Sticks - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mussels - $14: Peppers, Red Onion, Cilantro & Wine Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Caprese Salad - $9: Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes & Basil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Mayo-Clinic
- Fried Brussel Sprouts - $10: With Bacon Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber
- Soup of the Day - $8 Dietary tags: Volumetrics
- Arancini - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Shrimp Ceviche - $12 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Tacos (Beef or Chicken) - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Salads
- Mixed Green Salad - $7 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
- Caesar Salad - $8 Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Caesar Salad for Two - $13 Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Mediterranean Salad - $12: Mixed greens, feta cheese, red onions, carrots, kalamata olives, tomatoes, & lemon dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Arugula Salad - $12: Goat cheese, tomatoes, red onions, & lemon dressing Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Main Courses
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $21 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Chicken Parmigiana - $23 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Marsala - $23: Mushrooms & marsala wine sauce, over pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Milanese - $22: Topped with arugula salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Francaise - $23: Garlic & lemon sauce, over pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Cajun Chicken & Sausage - $25: Spinach & creamy cajun sauce, over pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Salmon - $25: Capers & lemon sauce served with pasta & vegetable Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- NY Steak - $24: 8 oz Angus Beef, served with French fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Pasta
- Lasagna - $21 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Ravioli Cheese - $20 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Ravioli Cheese Alfredo - $21 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fettuccini Alfredo - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo - $25 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Tortellini Cardinali - $21 Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Gnocchi - $21: Meat sauce or marinara sauce Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Seafood Pasta - $26: Shrimp, calamari, and mussels in a red clam sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Calamari Pasta - $21: Marinara sauce, over pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Linguini with Mussels - $21: Mussels and clam sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Homemade Pasta Marinara - $16 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Homemade Pasta Creamy Pesto - $18 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Homemade Pasta Bolognese - $19 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Linguini Carbonara - $20 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Cacio e Pepe - $18 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Penne Vodka - $18: Tomatoes, basil and vodka cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Handmade Pizza
- Arugula Pizza - $18: Fresh tomatoes, goat & mozzarella cheese, red onions, topped with arugula salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Greek Pizza - $18: Grilled chicken, feta cheese, spinach, kalamata olives, & red onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Build Your Own Pie (Small 9 inch) - $10 Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Build Your Own Pie (Large 14 inch) - $16 Dietary tags: Nut-Free
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Pesto Burger - $19: Fresh mozzarella and grilled tomatoes, served with French fries Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Classic Burger - $14: Lettuce, Tomatoes, Red Onion, French Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Grilled Chicken Pesto Sandwich - $19: Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Grilled Tomatoes, French Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $14: Arugula, Tomatoes, French Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Brunch
- Eggs Benedict - $15 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Smoked Salmon Benedict - $16 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Smoked Salmon Scrambled Eggs - $15 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Steak & Eggs - $24 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Chicken Milanese & Eggs - $21 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Eggs Any Style - $10 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Pancakes or French Toast - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Garden Omelet - $13: Peppers, red onions, & mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Feta Cheese, Spinach & Tomatoes Omelet - $15 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
Sides
- Side of Sausage or Bacon - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Aperol Spritz - $11: Prosecco and Aperol Liquor
- Paloma - $12: Reposado Tequila, Lime Juice, Grapefruit Juice & Agave
- Mexican Mule - $11: Blanco Tequila, Ginger Syrup & Lime Juice
- Frose - $11: Rose Wine, Strawberries and Vodka
- Margarita - $11: Blanco Tequila, Fresh Lime Juice, and Agave
- Red or White Sangria - $8
- Draft Beer - $7.5: Selection includes Peroni, Stella, Blue Moon, etc.
- Miller Lite - $6
- Bud Light - $6
- Guinness Stout - $8
- House Wine Glass - $8.5: Chianti or Chablis
- Bottomless Mimosa - $22