Dolce Vita

Name: Dolce Vita
Address: 10824 Fairfax Boulevard, Fairfax, VA, United States, 22030
Telephone: (703) 385-1530 ext. 0
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

1390 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

21 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 23 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
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Year's Eve Dinner and Dancing
USD 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 am - 8:45 pm
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 - 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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 am - 9:00 pm
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

BruschettaUSD 6.99
Grilled baguette, roasted garlic tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil
AranciniUSD 8.99
Fried Sicilian rice balls stuffed with Italian sausage, cheese and green peas
Zucchini FritteUSD 8.99
Slices of zucchini fried golden brown served lightly salted with lemon, parmesan, and a drizzle of olive oil
Antipasti PlateUSD 17.99
An array of artisanal cheeses, cured or smoked meats, nuts, dried figs, and pickled onions
Cozze al VaporeUSD 11.99
Fresh mussels simmered in a white wine garlic broth with chopped tomatoes and grilled crostini
Gamberi Cinque TerreUSD 12.99
Large shrimp wrapped in bacon in a homemade lobster cream sauce
Calamari FritteUSD 11.99
Sliced calamari rings flash fried and served with lemon and our marinara sauce
TascaUSD 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 VitaUSD 6.99
Mixed green salad with cucumber, carrot, red onion, cherry tomato, and our house balsamic dressing
Insalata Caesar*USD 7.99
Crisp romaine lettuce with homemade Caesar dressing and fresh-grated parmesan
SicilianaUSD 8.99
Romaine, red pepper, red onion, olive, cucumber, and feta cheese in our house balsamic dressing
Arugula-ProsciuttoUSD 11.99
Arugula, prosciutto, ricotta salata, smoked almonds, wine-poached figs, and a port reduction
Mozzarella CapreseUSD 8.99
Fresh mozzarella, vine ripe tomatoes, basil, and extra virgin olive oil

Pizza Toppings

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

Brick Oven Baked Pizzas

CheeseUSD 10.99
Tomato sauce, a shredded mozzarella/provolone cheese blend, and basil
Pizza BiancaUSD 11.99
Our Chef's favorite white pizza with mozzarella, garlic, fresh tomatoes, olive oil, and basil
MargheritaUSD 11.99
Tomato sauce, homemade fresh mozzarella, and basil
The Fig and PigUSD 14.99
Seasoned ricotta and mozzarella cheese, house made fig jam, shaved red onion, and prosciutto
PrimaveraUSD 14.99
Pesto, ricotta cream sauce, roasted zucchini, tomatoes, artichokes, mushrooms, red peppers, sea salt and balsamic drizzle
AmericanaUSD 12.99
Tomato sauce, a shredded mozzarella/provolone cheese blend, sausage, pepperoni, and ham
MediteranioUSD 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 PomodoroUSD 12.99
Fresh homemade Spaghetti pasta topped with marinara
Risotto al GamberiUSD 19.99
Creamy Arborio rice with four jumbo shrimp and crispy pancetta
Vegetable RisottoUSD 15.99
With mushrooms, zucchini, peas, tomatoes, herbs, and parmesan with a balsamic reduction
Cavatelli SardiUSD 15.99
Cavatelli pasta asparagus, roasted garlic, sausage, onion, and cherry tomatoes
Ravioli alla PestoUSD 18.99
Cheese ravioli in a light pesto cream sauce with sundried tomatoes
Fettuccine CarbonaraUSD 16.99
Homemade fettuccine pasta with pancetta, onion, mushrooms, and peas in an egg cream sauce
Penne ArrabbiataUSD 15.99
Short penne pasta with olives, spicy cherry peppers, capers, and tomatoes
Penne alla VodkaUSD 15.99
Short penne pasta with vodka, Parma prosciutto, peas, and mushrooms in our pink aurora sauce
Gnocchi RomagnolaUSD 18.99
Gnocchi, sundried tomatoes, pine nuts, and mushrooms in aurora sauce
Fettuccine BotticelliUSD 16.99
Grilled chicken and broccoli in a cream sauce
Fileto della CasaUSD 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 ScampiUSD 24.99
Jumbo shrimp sautéed in garlic white wine herb sauce over spaghetti pasta
Fettuccine ai Frutti di MareUSD 32.99
Homemade fettuccine tossed with jumbo shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels; Choose garlic white wine herb broth or prosecco cream sauce
Linguini VongoleUSD 19.99
Little neck clams sautéed with tomato, herbs, and chopped clams, over homemade pasta; Choose garlic white wine or marinara sauce
Grilled Salmon*USD 23.99
Grilled Atlantic Salmon filet, lemon white wine, capers roasted tomato and mashed potato
Baked Ziti BologneseUSD 15.99
Homemade short pasta baked in our brick oven with ricotta, mozzarella, and our homemade meat sauce
Lasagna della CasaUSD 15.99
House made lasagna with ground beef, ricotta, mozzarella, and marinara
Cannelloni della CasaUSD 15.99
Veal and spinach filled cannelloni baked in our pink aurora sauce

Sides

Garlic BreadUSD 5.00
Pasta & SauceUSD 6.00
Seasonal VegetableUSD 5.00
Sauteed SpinachUSD 5.00
Sausage LinksUSD 6.00
Garlic BroccoliniUSD 6.00
Gluten-Free BreadUSD 3.00

What 1,390 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.

1,390 Reviews

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Elaine
Washington DC
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 3 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 3 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 6 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 7 days ago
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 7 days ago
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 7 days ago
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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Elizabeth
VIP
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed a delicious dinner before a concert at GMU.
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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 1390 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

21 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 23 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
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

Pizza Bianca

Appetizers

BruschettaUSD 6.99

AranciniUSD 8.99

Zucchini FritteUSD 8.99

Antipasti PlateUSD 17.99

Cozze al VaporeUSD 11.99

Gamberi Cinque TerreUSD 12.99

Calamari FritteUSD 11.99

TascaUSD 12.99

Salads

Insalata Dolce VitaUSD 6.99

Insalata Caesar*USD 7.99

SicilianaUSD 8.99

Arugula-ProsciuttoUSD 11.99

Mozzarella CapreseUSD 8.99

Pizza Toppings

Premium Cheeses

Meats

Vegetables

Brick Oven Baked Pizzas

CheeseUSD 10.99

Pizza BiancaUSD 11.99

MargheritaUSD 11.99

The Fig and PigUSD 14.99

PrimaveraUSD 14.99

AmericanaUSD 12.99

MediteranioUSD 14.99

Entrees

Spaghetti PomodoroUSD 12.99

Risotto al GamberiUSD 19.99

Vegetable RisottoUSD 15.99

Cavatelli SardiUSD 15.99

Ravioli alla PestoUSD 18.99

Fettuccine CarbonaraUSD 16.99

Penne ArrabbiataUSD 15.99

Penne alla VodkaUSD 15.99

Gnocchi RomagnolaUSD 18.99

Fettuccine BotticelliUSD 16.99

Fileto della CasaUSD 34.99

Shrimp ScampiUSD 24.99

Fettuccine ai Frutti di MareUSD 32.99

Linguini VongoleUSD 19.99

Grilled Salmon*USD 23.99

Baked Ziti BologneseUSD 15.99

Lasagna della CasaUSD 15.99

Cannelloni della CasaUSD 15.99

Featured Items

Marsala

Piccata

Parmigiana

Saltimbocca

Milanese

Sorrentino

Sides

Garlic BreadUSD 5.00

Pasta & SauceUSD 6.00

Seasonal VegetableUSD 5.00

Sauteed SpinachUSD 5.00

Sausage LinksUSD 6.00

Garlic BroccoliniUSD 6.00

Gluten-Free BreadUSD 3.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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