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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread Bruschetta - $10: Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes & Basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $14 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Brussel Sprouts - $10: With Bacon Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day - $8 Dietary tags: Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arancini - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos (Beef or Chicken) - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $8 Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad for Two - $13 Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $21 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmigiana - $23 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Marsala - $23: Mushrooms & marsala wine sauce, over pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Milanese - $22: Topped with arugula salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Francaise - $23: Garlic & lemon sauce, over pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Chicken & Sausage - $25: Spinach & creamy cajun sauce, over pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- NY Steak - $24: 8 oz Angus Beef, served with French fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Lasagna - $21 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli Cheese - $20 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli Cheese Alfredo - $21 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccini Alfredo - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo - $25 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortellini Cardinali - $21 Dietary tags: Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi - $21: Meat sauce or marinara sauce Dietary tags: Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Pasta - $26: Shrimp, calamari, and mussels in a red clam sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Pasta - $21: Marinara sauce, over pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguini with Mussels - $21: Mussels and clam sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Pasta Marinara - $16 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Pasta Creamy Pesto - $18 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Pasta Bolognese - $19 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguini Carbonara - $20 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cacio e Pepe - $18 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Penne Vodka - $18: Tomatoes, basil and vodka cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Pizza - $18: Grilled chicken, feta cheese, spinach, kalamata olives, & red onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Build Your Own Pie (Small 9 inch) - $10 Dietary tags: Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Build Your Own Pie (Large 14 inch) - $16 Dietary tags: Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Pesto Burger - $19: Fresh mozzarella and grilled tomatoes, served with French fries Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Burger - $14: Lettuce, Tomatoes, Red Onion, French Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Pesto Sandwich - $19: Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Grilled Tomatoes, French Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $14: Arugula, Tomatoes, French Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch
- Eggs Benedict - $15 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Smoked Salmon Benedict - $16 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 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 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 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 Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Chicken Milanese & Eggs - $21 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- 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 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pancakes or French Toast - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 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 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 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 Available at: breakfast, brunch
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 Available at: breakfast, brunch
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
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