Dolce Vita

4.4

1382 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

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.
Uncork the Senses - an Aromatized Winte Tasting
US$35.00 per person
27 Nov 2024 only
Join us for an enchanted evening of aromatized and fortified wine where the nuances of fine wine meet the allure of fragrant aromas. Featuring Moletto SpritZone, La Canelese White and Red Vermouth and Villa Ligi Whisila. Presented by Fabio Marrone and Bravo Wine Imports! Make your dinner reservations and tell the waiter to add the wine tasting experience! Buon Appetito

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 1,382 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
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Dolce Vita offers a delightful Italian dining experience, with consistently "good pasta" and a fantastic wine selection. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and welcoming ambiance. Highlights include inventive specials and a cozy atmosphere perfect for celebrations. Despite occasional noise, the "amazing food and great value" make it a beloved spot for many.

1,382 Reviews

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Denise
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The server was friendly and attentive. The food was great! We sat near the front door so there was a lot of traffic coming and going. I would sit in the back room if given an option next time we go in.
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Beverly
Washington DC
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Dolce Vita has been one of my favorite restaurants for many years. Tonight was the first time I was disappointed. The trout and polenta was very salty and dry. My husbands rib eye was salty and he rarely finds food too salty. I had to ask for refills on water. This was the first time I have been disappointed here.
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Raven
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything we ate was amazing. The fried mozzarella and the arancini were so delicious and a great way to start off the meal. The pasta was perfectly cooked, and the chicken had such amazing flavor. Service was fast and impeccable. The restaurant had a very comfortable and homey Italian feel, and it was very reasonably priced. 10/10, will be dining again.
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Abigail
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious and staff were attentive and polite.
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Heide
Alabama
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Service was challenged. It was over 20 minutes before we even got water. We had to get up and go to the bar and I think the manager came and gave us water and started service. 30 min after we arrived the waitress showed up with water. Food was delicious. Wine overpriced. Dinner for four was $320 .
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Richard
Washington DC
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great restaurant with great food and friendly staff. Service was understandably a bit slow to start, but settled down nicely and we had a great meal. Super nice reception staff. Great drinks!
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Sasan
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderfully busy ambiance. From appetizers to desserts and espresso, food was delicious, though I do regret not getting a pizza! I appreciated the waitress taking the time to joke around with the family as well!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The food was okay, but the waitress was rude and lacked manners. She messed up our bill twice and never bothered to apologize. There were many fruit flies, and one even flew into one of our drinks. It was gross!
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Michael
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Menu has a great variety, something for everyone. My only warning is to make time to navigate the tiny chaotic parking lot; it was a nightmare. Very tight combined with steady pizza take out traffic it is not for the faint of heart.
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Matthew
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great evening! Restaurant knew we were celebrating an anniversary and made the night special for us. Our meals were fabulous, wine selections were good and the recommendations made by the wait staff was spot-on. Glad we came and we'll be back.
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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 1382 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 16 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

Uncork the Senses - an Aromatized Winte Tasting

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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Review summary

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Does Dolce Vita offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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