Dolce Vita

4.4

1391 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 33 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Great for fine wines
Good for special occasions

Our restaurant and wine bar has been serving authentic Italian cuisine in the City of Fairfax for over twenty years. It all starts with our unique brick oven, one of the first wood-fired ovens in NOVA, and our fresh pastas made in-house every day. The scents of garlic, tomatoes, and herbs follow you through the restaurant as you see the hand-painted murals covering our walls. These personal touches provide a cozy setting that takes you away to Italy and is perfect for any occasion. Our menu has a range of dishes, from traditional Italian offerings to unique personal selections. We are dedicated to using fresh ingredients from our own garden and sourced from other local farms. Dolce Vita always strives to be on the forefront of being creative and offering excellent food and service. All of us here welcome you with open arms and can’t wait to spend more memorable years with you!

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(703) 385-1530 ext. 0
Website
http://www.dolcevitaitaliankitchenandwinebar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
Let us bring the party to you! Big or small, casual drop-off or full-service event, let us make your celebration something special.
Private party facilities
Our private dining experts are more than happy to create a custom experience catered to your needs. We offer multiple event spaces to host any of your birthdays, rehearsal dinners, business meetings, corporate events, special functions, cocktail hours, weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvah’s & holiday parties!

Location
10824 Fairfax Boulevard, Fairfax, VA 22030
Area
Fairfax
Parking details
We offer complementary valet service on Friday's and Saturday's
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

New Year's Eve Dinner and Dancing
US$75.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
Join us New Year’s Eve and enjoy a custom four-course menu for $75/person with reservations available between 5-7pm OR $125/person for reservations between 8-10pm, which also includes a DJ and champagne toast at midnight.

Offers

Mondays Mussels and Martinis
Multiple dates available
Mon - 11:30 - 20:45
Visit us on Mondays and try our Cozze all Pugliese or Cozze al Vapore Mussels for $7. Vodka Martini made with a choice of Cirrus Vodka or Bluecoat Gin. Straight up or dirty $7.
Date Night At Dolce Vita
Multiple dates available
Thu - 16:00 - 21:00
Every Thursday at Dolce Vita, enjoy dinner for two for $70 per couple! Special includes choice of 3 items from our Cicchetti Menu per person plus choice of a half bottle of champagne to share or a wine flight per person
Wine Down Wednesdays
Multiple dates available
Wed - 11:30 - 21:00
Every Wednesday at Dolce Vita, enjoy HALF off all bottles of wine valued at $100 or less. Retail Wine is 25% off all day, every day at Dolce Vita!

Popular dishes

BruschettaUS$6.99
Grilled baguette, roasted garlic tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil
AranciniUS$8.99
Fried Sicilian rice balls stuffed with Italian sausage, cheese and green peas
Zucchini FritteUS$8.99
Slices of zucchini fried golden brown served lightly salted with lemon, parmesan, and a drizzle of olive oil
Antipasti PlateUS$17.99
An array of artisanal cheeses, cured or smoked meats, nuts, dried figs, and pickled onions
Cozze al VaporeUS$11.99
Fresh mussels simmered in a white wine garlic broth with chopped tomatoes and grilled crostini
Gamberi Cinque TerreUS$12.99
Large shrimp wrapped in bacon in a homemade lobster cream sauce
Calamari FritteUS$11.99
Sliced calamari rings flash fried and served with lemon and our marinara sauce
TascaUS$12.99
Brick oven focaccia pockets filled with sopressata and fresh mozzarella, topped with arugula and parmesan

Salads

Salad additions: $6 Steak*, Salmon, (3) Shrimp, $4 Chicken, or $9 (3) Scallops

Insalata Dolce VitaUS$6.99
Mixed green salad with cucumber, carrot, red onion, cherry tomato, and our house balsamic dressing
Insalata Caesar*US$7.99
Crisp romaine lettuce with homemade Caesar dressing and fresh-grated parmesan
SicilianaUS$8.99
Romaine, red pepper, red onion, olive, cucumber, and feta cheese in our house balsamic dressing
Arugula-ProsciuttoUS$11.99
Arugula, prosciutto, ricotta salata, smoked almonds, wine-poached figs, and a port reduction
Mozzarella CapreseUS$8.99
Fresh mozzarella, vine ripe tomatoes, basil, and extra virgin olive oil

Pizza Toppings

Premium Cheeses
Fresh Mozzarella | Gorgonzola | Goat Cheese | Shaved Parmesan
- eachUS$1.50
Meats
Sausage | Pepperoni | Bacon | Ham | Prosciutto | Anchovies | Chicken | Meatballs
- eachUS$2.00
Vegetables
Green Peppers | Onions | Mushrooms | Roasted Red Peppers | Kalamata Olives | Spinach | Tomatoes | Zucchini | Artichoke | Eggplant
- eachUS$1.50

Brick Oven Baked Pizzas

CheeseUS$10.99
Tomato sauce, a shredded mozzarella/provolone cheese blend, and basil
Pizza BiancaUS$11.99
Our Chef's favorite white pizza with mozzarella, garlic, fresh tomatoes, olive oil, and basil
MargheritaUS$11.99
Tomato sauce, homemade fresh mozzarella, and basil
The Fig and PigUS$14.99
Seasoned ricotta and mozzarella cheese, house made fig jam, shaved red onion, and prosciutto
PrimaveraUS$14.99
Pesto, ricotta cream sauce, roasted zucchini, tomatoes, artichokes, mushrooms, red peppers, sea salt and balsamic drizzle
AmericanaUS$12.99
Tomato sauce, a shredded mozzarella/provolone cheese blend, sausage, pepperoni, and ham
MediteranioUS$14.99
Garlic ricotta and mozzarella cheeses topped with arugula, grilled artichokes, olives, marinated tomatoes, parmesan, and balsamic glaze

Entrees

Entrée Additions (+$4/ea): (3) Meatballs, Meat Sauce, Grilled Chicken, Sausage, (3) Scallops, $9 (3) Shrimp $6

Spaghetti PomodoroUS$12.99
Fresh homemade Spaghetti pasta topped with marinara
Risotto al GamberiUS$19.99
Creamy Arborio rice with four jumbo shrimp and crispy pancetta
Vegetable RisottoUS$15.99
With mushrooms, zucchini, peas, tomatoes, herbs, and parmesan with a balsamic reduction
Cavatelli SardiUS$15.99
Cavatelli pasta asparagus, roasted garlic, sausage, onion, and cherry tomatoes
Ravioli alla PestoUS$18.99
Cheese ravioli in a light pesto cream sauce with sundried tomatoes
Fettuccine CarbonaraUS$16.99
Homemade fettuccine pasta with pancetta, onion, mushrooms, and peas in an egg cream sauce
Penne ArrabbiataUS$15.99
Short penne pasta with olives, spicy cherry peppers, capers, and tomatoes
Penne alla VodkaUS$15.99
Short penne pasta with vodka, Parma prosciutto, peas, and mushrooms in our pink aurora sauce
Gnocchi RomagnolaUS$18.99
Gnocchi, sundried tomatoes, pine nuts, and mushrooms in aurora sauce
Fettuccine BotticelliUS$16.99
Grilled chicken and broccoli in a cream sauce
Fileto della CasaUS$34.99
10oz. hand cut prime filet mignon grilled and finished with a marsala wine, balsamic vinegar infused demiglace, with mashed potato and vegetable of the day
Shrimp ScampiUS$24.99
Jumbo shrimp sautéed in garlic white wine herb sauce over spaghetti pasta
Fettuccine ai Frutti di MareUS$32.99
Homemade fettuccine tossed with jumbo shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels; Choose garlic white wine herb broth or prosecco cream sauce
Linguini VongoleUS$19.99
Little neck clams sautéed with tomato, herbs, and chopped clams, over homemade pasta; Choose garlic white wine or marinara sauce
Grilled Salmon*US$23.99
Grilled Atlantic Salmon filet, lemon white wine, capers roasted tomato and mashed potato
Baked Ziti BologneseUS$15.99
Homemade short pasta baked in our brick oven with ricotta, mozzarella, and our homemade meat sauce
Lasagna della CasaUS$15.99
House made lasagna with ground beef, ricotta, mozzarella, and marinara
Cannelloni della CasaUS$15.99
Veal and spinach filled cannelloni baked in our pink aurora sauce

Sides

Garlic BreadUS$5.00
Pasta & SauceUS$6.00
Seasonal VegetableUS$5.00
Sauteed SpinachUS$5.00
Sausage LinksUS$6.00
Garlic BroccoliniUS$6.00
Gluten-Free BreadUS$3.00

What 1,391 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Dolce Vita offers a charming Italian dining experience with "consistently good pasta" and an "excellent Italian wine list." Known for its homemade pasta and creative wine pairings, this restaurant delights with dishes like baked ziti and fettuccine bolognese. Guests praise the "friendly and attentive" staff and the cozy atmosphere. Enjoy inventive options and specials like Mussels and Martini nights, making it a "terrific restaurant" for celebrations.

1,391 Reviews

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Susan
Washington DC
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We are repeat customers and are never disappointed in the excellent service and delicious food! Thank you for making our family gatherings so special.
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Elaine
Washington DC
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely pre Christmas lunch there today. The food was excellent and the wait staff were really very nice. We had chicken entrees and both (parmigiana and marsala) and both were excellent. Lots of food so we had leftovers for the next day. Definitely putting this on our repeat visit list.
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Debra
Washington DC
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and delicious food! We enjoyed our holiday lunch very much!
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Edie
VIP
Washington DC
40 reviews
2.0
40 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
The restaurant was very busy . First time back in a long time. Food was not good my husband dish was supposed to have a red sauce came with white. My gnocchi was mushroom . Mushrooms on top were burnt the dish had a burnt flavor. We would not go back Extremely loud Edie
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Anita
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The service was outstanding, everyone was very friendly and attentive to our large group of 9 on a busy Saturday evening . The food came out in a timely manner and the pace was good - just the right amount of time between apps and entrées. The food was delicious and everything was hot, which can be a challenge with large groups. I would highly recommend Dolce Vita!
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Susan
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, the food was delicious and service was lovely. Dolce Vita is a favorite!
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Katie
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful food! Nice server. Only negative is parking. Not a lot of parking - you have to valet.
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Alessandro
VIP
Washington DC
12 reviews
2.0
12 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Some of the bright LED ceiling lights in the dining room were angled to beam directly into diners' faces, making it very uncomfortable. The shrimp wrapped in pancetta was actually wrapped in plain old bacon, and somewhat burnt at that! The rib lasagna tasted less like a lasagna and more like a pile of overcooked meat! And the pasta ai frutti di mare came in a spicy arrabiata-style sauce, rather than in the marinara sauce that it was supposed to. Overall, an unpleasant and expensive dining experience.
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trish
Toronto
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 4 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is fantastic. Always is. My husband and I went for our Wedding Anniversary recently. When we arrived they wished us a happy anniversary and asked what number. When we sat down they gave us a personal written card and complimentary glasses of Prosecco to toast with. Very nice, personal touch. The food is always good.
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Greg
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated my wife's birthday here, her favorite restaurant. Our party of 8 was so fun. Our service and food were both impecable!
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FAQs

Dolce Vita offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 385-1530 ext. 0.

Dolce Vita is rated 4.4 stars by 1391 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 33 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

10824 Fairfax Boulevard, Fairfax, VA 22030

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Fairfax
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We offer complementary valet service on Friday's and Saturday's
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.dolcevitaitaliankitchenandwinebar.com/
Phone number
(703) 385-1530 ext. 0
Catering
Let us bring the party to you! Big or small, casual drop-off or full-service event, let us make your celebration something special.
Private party facilities
Our private dining experts are more than happy to create a custom experience catered to your needs. We offer multiple event spaces to host any of your birthdays, rehearsal dinners, business meetings, corporate events, special functions, cocktail hours, weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvah’s & holiday parties!

Dolce Vita

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

New Year's Eve Dinner and Dancing

Mondays Mussels and Martinis

Date Night At Dolce Vita

Wine Down Wednesdays

Margherita

Lasagna della Casa

Siciliana

Appetizers

BruschettaUS$6.99

AranciniUS$8.99

Zucchini FritteUS$8.99

Antipasti PlateUS$17.99

Cozze al VaporeUS$11.99

Gamberi Cinque TerreUS$12.99

Calamari FritteUS$11.99

TascaUS$12.99

Salads

Insalata Dolce VitaUS$6.99

Insalata Caesar*US$7.99

SicilianaUS$8.99

Arugula-ProsciuttoUS$11.99

Mozzarella CapreseUS$8.99

Pizza Toppings

Premium Cheeses

Meats

Vegetables

Brick Oven Baked Pizzas

CheeseUS$10.99

Pizza BiancaUS$11.99

MargheritaUS$11.99

The Fig and PigUS$14.99

PrimaveraUS$14.99

AmericanaUS$12.99

MediteranioUS$14.99

Entrees

Spaghetti PomodoroUS$12.99

Risotto al GamberiUS$19.99

Vegetable RisottoUS$15.99

Cavatelli SardiUS$15.99

Ravioli alla PestoUS$18.99

Fettuccine CarbonaraUS$16.99

Penne ArrabbiataUS$15.99

Penne alla VodkaUS$15.99

Gnocchi RomagnolaUS$18.99

Fettuccine BotticelliUS$16.99

Fileto della CasaUS$34.99

Shrimp ScampiUS$24.99

Fettuccine ai Frutti di MareUS$32.99

Linguini VongoleUS$19.99

Grilled Salmon*US$23.99

Baked Ziti BologneseUS$15.99

Lasagna della CasaUS$15.99

Cannelloni della CasaUS$15.99

Featured Items

Marsala

Piccata

Parmigiana

Saltimbocca

Milanese

Sorrentino

Sides

Garlic BreadUS$5.00

Pasta & SauceUS$6.00

Seasonal VegetableUS$5.00

Sauteed SpinachUS$5.00

Sausage LinksUS$6.00

Garlic BroccoliniUS$6.00

Gluten-Free BreadUS$3.00

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