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: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Arancini - $14.95: Fried risotto balls stuffed with mozzarella, mushrooms, and truffle oil; served with a tomato cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Polpette - $14.95: Beef meatballs, polenta, tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Burrata Mozzarella - $18.95: Prosciutto di San Daniel Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Beet Salad - $14.95: Red & golden beets with orange segments, toasted almonds & balsamic vinaigrette, canna de cabra Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Poached Pear - $15.95: Poached pear, radicchio, toasted walnuts, goat cheese, balsamic dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Pasta
- Risotto Ai Gamberi - $33.95: Arborio rice, shrimp, white wine, cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Linguine Pescatore - $29.95: Clams, mussels, shrimps, calamari, white wine sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Pappardelle Bolognese - $25.95: Beef and pork ragu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Rigatoni Alla Panna - $25.95: Pork, cream and broccoli rabe ragu with truffle oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Orecchiete Con Salsiccia - $26.95: Italian sausage, white wine, tomato, baby spinach, red pepper flakes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Spinach Fettucine - $25.95: Oxtail & red wine ragu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Spaghetti Carbonara - $25.95: Egg yolk, guanciale, pecorino, black pepper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Tagliatelle Primavera - $23.95: Artichokes, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, olives, broccoli rabe, butter sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Linguine Pomodoro - $21.95: San Marzano tomato sauce and cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Risotto Al Funghi - $29.95: Mixed mushrooms, truffle oil, white wine Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Gnocchi - $24.95: Potato dumpling, porcini sauce, mixed mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free
- Ravioli Di Spinaci - $24.95: Stuffed with spinach and ricotta, in tomato cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Short Rib Ravioli Con Pesto - $26.95: Walnut pesto cream sauce, shaved pecorino Dietary tags: High-Protein, Sugar-Free
- Fettucine Cacio e Pepe - $20.95: Pecorino romano and black pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Main Courses
- Melanzane Parmigiano - $25.95: Eggplant parmesan, linguine pomodoro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Pollo Parmigiano - $27.95: Chicken parmesan served with linguine pomodoro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pollo Milanese - $27.95: Breaded chicken breast with arugula salad and parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pollo in Padella - $29.95: Pan-seared chicken breast with creamy mashed potatoes, spinach, red wine sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Branzino - $37.95: Corn purée, baby carrots, broccoli rabe, micro greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Costolette D'agnello - $32.95: Pan-seared lamb chops, orange mascarpone sauce, red wine sauce, green beans, zucchini, cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Atkins
- Salmone in Padella - $31.95: Saffron sauce, caponata vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Costine - $29.95: Braised beef short ribs, spinach, polenta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
Salads
- Arugula Con Parmigiano - $13.95: Citrus dressing, cherry tomatoes & shaved parmesan Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood
- Caesar Salad - $14.95: House-made dressing, shaved parmesan, cucumber, radish, pickled red onions and croutons Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Il Piatto Salad - $18.95: Marinated smoked salmon, espelette pepper, shaved fennel, arugula, oranges, lemon zest & olive oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $12: Espresso, Kahlúa, and amaretto soaked savoiardi cookies with mascarpone cream and cocoa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 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: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Mousse Tart - $12: Dark chocolate mousse in tart shell Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Lava Cake - $12: Raspberry sauce, 1 scoop of ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Gelato / Sorbetto - $8: Two scoops Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Piggyback Old Fashioned - $15: Piggyback bourbon, orange & angostura bitters, simple syrup
- 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%