Il Piatto – Italian
Il Piatto invites diners into a vibrant space where the comforting hum of conversation mingles with the enticing aroma of slow-simmered Bolognese and golden, crispy arancini. The kitchen celebrates the heart of Italian coastal and countryside cooking, serving up everything from velvety burrata paired with earthy beets to overflowing bowls of linguine pescatore that taste of the salt and the sea. Whether sharing a plate of tender polpette or lingering over a delicate poached pear, guests find a refined yet soulful retreat that honors the timeless art of the shared meal.
900, Black Lives Matter Plaza Northwest, Washington, DC, 20006 +12025063833 https://www.ilpiattodc.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Antipasti
- Calamari Fritti - $15.95: Fried squid, tartar sauce, spicy tomato sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arancini - $14.95: Fried risotto balls stuffed with mozzarella, mushrooms, and truffle oil; served with a tomato cream sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Polpette - $14.95: Beef meatballs, polenta, tomato sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata Mozzarella - $18.95: Prosciutto di San Daniel Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad - $14.95: Red & golden beets with orange segments, toasted almonds & balsamic vinaigrette, canna de cabra Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poached Pear - $15.95: Poached pear, radicchio, toasted walnuts, goat cheese, balsamic dressing Dietary tags: Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Risotto Ai Gamberi - $33.95: Arborio rice, shrimp, white wine, cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Pescatore - $29.95: Clams, mussels, shrimps, calamari, white wine sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pappardelle Bolognese - $25.95: Beef and pork ragu Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Alla Panna - $25.95: Pork, cream and broccoli rabe ragu with truffle oil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Orecchiete Con Salsiccia - $26.95: Italian sausage, white wine, tomato, baby spinach, red pepper flakes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Fettucine - $25.95: Oxtail & red wine ragu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Carbonara - $25.95: Egg yolk, guanciale, pecorino, black pepper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tagliatelle Primavera - $23.95: Artichokes, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, olives, broccoli rabe, butter sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Pomodoro - $21.95: San Marzano tomato sauce and cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Risotto Al Funghi - $29.95: Mixed mushrooms, truffle oil, white wine Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi - $24.95: Potato dumpling, porcini sauce, mixed mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli Di Spinaci - $24.95: Stuffed with spinach and ricotta, in tomato cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Ravioli Con Pesto - $26.95: Walnut pesto cream sauce, shaved pecorino Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettucine Cacio e Pepe - $20.95: Pecorino romano and black pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Melanzane Parmigiano - $25.95: Eggplant parmesan, linguine pomodoro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Parmigiano - $27.95: Chicken parmesan served with linguine pomodoro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Milanese - $27.95: Breaded chicken breast with arugula salad and parmesan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo in Padella - $29.95: Pan-seared chicken breast with creamy mashed potatoes, spinach, red wine sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Branzino - $37.95: Corn purée, baby carrots, broccoli rabe, micro greens Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Costolette D'agnello - $32.95: Pan-seared lamb chops, orange mascarpone sauce, red wine sauce, green beans, zucchini, cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmone in Padella - $31.95: Saffron sauce, caponata vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Costine - $29.95: Braised beef short ribs, spinach, polenta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Arugula Con Parmigiano - $13.95: Citrus dressing, cherry tomatoes & shaved parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $14.95: House-made dressing, shaved parmesan, cucumber, radish, pickled red onions and croutons Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Il Piatto Salad - $18.95: Marinated smoked salmon, espelette pepper, shaved fennel, arugula, oranges, lemon zest & olive oil Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $12: Espresso, Kahlúa, and amaretto soaked savoiardi cookies with mascarpone cream and cocoa
- Brûlée Cheesecake - $12: Italian cheese blend, amaretto cookie crust, strawberry sauce, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Vanilla Panna Cotta - $12: Vanilla egg-free custard, strawberry purée, orange segments, mint Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Mousse Tart - $12: Dark chocolate mousse in tart shell Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Chocolate Lava Cake - $12: Raspberry sauce, 1 scoop of ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Gelato / Sorbetto - $8: Two scoops Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Piggyback Old Fashioned - $15: Piggyback bourbon, orange & angostura bitters, simple syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Espresso Martini - $15: Galliano espresso liqueur, cirrus vodka, espresso
- Aperol Spritz - $13: Aperol, Prosecco, Club Soda
- Stella Artois - $9: Beer, 5%
- Peroni - $9: Beer, 5.1%
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