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La Tomate, Washington, DC

La Tomate

4.8
4.8
1369 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 19 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
Since 1987, La Tomate has been Dupont Circle's neighborhood bistro, featuring affordable regional Italian cuisine in a warm ambiance.

A window-clad bar and dining room offer charming avenue views onto Connecticut avenue. Enjoy an extended season of “al fresco” dining on our lush outdoor patio.

We are committed to providing quality service and excellent food in a warm and friendly atmosphere. We invite you to join us for breakfast a casual lunch, happy hour, dinner, weekend brunch or group events.


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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Bistro, Café
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 667-5505
  • Website
    http://latomatebistro.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Natalina Koropoulos
  • Catering
    A perfect solution for your catering needs, La Tomate a wide variety of catering solutions, from pastas, to entrees and salads, as well as individual or mixed platters from our Prosciutto Bar: select imported and domestic cured meats. Vegetarian options including fresh and creamy buffalo mozzarella, are also available.<br /><br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    La Tomate is the perfect space for intimate group functions (in accordance with current CDC guidelines) such as birthdays, showers, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, corporate events and retirement parties. Customized or set menus are available. Our dedicated staff are ready to provide our guests quality service and excellent food.
  • Location
    1701 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20009
  • Neighbourhood
    Dupont Circle
  • Cross Street
    R
  • Parking details
    Laz Parking<br /><br>2001 S Street NW<br /><br>Washington DC, 20009<br /><br>(Between Connecticut Ave. & 20th St.) <br /><br>Hours: Weekdays after 5pm, Saturdays & Sunday is closed (However we offer a six dollar credit to park at a garage of your choice)
  • Public transit
    Red Line, Dupont Circle
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Menu

A la Carte Lunch Menu

Mista or caesar available w/ salmon, shrimp or chicken for additional cost

    Antipasti

    • Zuppa del GiornoUS$13.00

      Soup of day

      • Insalata MistaUS$13.00

        Mixed greens, radicchio, radishes, herbs, & cherry tomatoes, honey/balsamic vinaigrette

        • La Tomate CaesarUS$13.00

          Our much-loved version of this classic salad, creamy dressing, anchovy paste, garlic, Parmesan

          • Carpaccio di SalmoneUS$16.00

            House smoked salmon, grapefruit brulee', paddlefish caviar, micro celery, pickled shallots, honey mustard

            • Mozzarella di Bufula con VerdureUS$16.00

              Buffalo mozzarella served over grilled mixed, sliced vegetables, sautéed w/ onions

              Primi e Secondi

              • Pesto Genovese or Salsa PomodoroUS$20.00

                Genovese style pesto, pinenuts, shaved ricotta, OR classic marinara sauce, -Choose one: home-made caserecce OR egg fettuccine OR linguine OR rigatoni

                • Ragu' Calabrese or BologneseUS$24.00

                  Calabrian style spicy ground pork OR beef bolognese style ragout - Choose one: home made caserecce OR egg fettuccine OR linguini OR rigatoni

                  • RavioliUS$25.00

                    Home-made ravioli, stuffed w/ swiss chard, ricotta & Parmesan, sage, brown butter

                    • Pesce alla GrigliaUS$26.00

                      Your choice of grilled: salmon or shrimp, branzino ($29) green vegetables, black garlic mayonnaise

                      • Pollo alla MilaneseUS$25.00

                        Breaded chicken breast, four cheese spread, Mediterranean salad, Parmesan, balsamic reduction

                        • Insalata NizzardaUS$28.00

                          Salad w/ mixed greens, roasted bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, green beans, cucumbers, boiled quail eggs & seared tuna

                          • Panino con PorchettaUS$22.00

                            Sliced roasted suckling pig, Nduja pesto spread & melted cheese, side of mixed greens, honey mustard dressing

                            Piadina di Emilia Romagna

                            • Piadina Aperta con Pollo GrigliatoUS$24.00

                              Piadina flat bread w/ grilled chicken & zucchini, with OR without pesto spread

                              • Piadina Aperta con Salmone AffumicatoUS$26.00

                                Piadina flat bread w/ smoked salmon & grilled sliced zucchini, ricotta cheese w/ chives

                                • Piadina Aperta con Prosciutto di ParmaUS$22.00

                                  Piadina flat bread w/ prosciutto, arugula, cherry tomatoes & Parmesan

                                  Contorni

                                  $8

                                  • Pan-Seared Heirloom Carrots, Black Garlic Mayo

                                    • Sautéed Spinach w/ Garlic

                                      • Broccoli, Olive Oil, 'Peperoncino'

                                        • Fingerling Potatoes w/ Bell Peppers Coulis

                                          Lunch Promo, Pre-Set Three Course

                                          $35. Monday - Friday 11:30 to 3:00 P. M.

                                            Antipasti

                                            Choice of:

                                            • Zuppa del Giorno

                                              Soup of the day

                                              • Insalata Mista

                                                Mixed greens, radicchio, radishes, herbs, & cherry tomatoes, honey/balsamic vinaigrette

                                                • La Tomate Caesar

                                                  Our much-loved version of this classic salad, creamy dressing, anchovy paste, garlic, Parmesan

                                                  Primi e Secondi

                                                  Choice of:

                                                  • Pesto Genovese or Salsa Pomodoro

                                                    Genovese style pesto, pinenuts, shaved ricotta, OR classic marinara sauce, -Choose one: home-made caserecce OR egg fettuccine OR linguine OR rigatoni

                                                    • Ragu' Calabrese or Bolognese

                                                      Calabrian style spicy ground pork OR beef bolognese style ragout - Choose one: home made caserecce OR egg fettuccine OR linguini OR rigatoni

                                                      • Pesce alla Griglia

                                                        Your choice of grilled fish: salmon, shrimp, green vegetables, black garlic mayonnaise

                                                        • Pollo alla Milanese

                                                          Breaded chicken breast, four cheese spread, rich Mediterranean salad, Parmigiano, balsamic reduction

                                                          • Piadina Aperta con Prosciutto di Parma

                                                            Piadina flat bread w/ prosciutto, arugula, cherry tomatoes & Parmesan

                                                            Dolci

                                                            Choice of:

                                                            • Tiramisu

                                                              • Mousse al Cioccolato

                                                                • Panna Cotta

                                                                  Beverage

                                                                  • Beverage

                                                                    Glass of house white wine or red wine, peroni or budwieser can be substituted Instead of dessert

                                                                    Last updated: June 27, 2024

                                                                    What 1,369 people are saying

                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                    4.8
                                                                    4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                    • 4.8Food
                                                                    • 4.8Service
                                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                                    • 4.5Value

                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                    Loved For

                                                                    • District of Columbia

                                                                      Italian

                                                                    Review summary

                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                    La Tomate offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "always fabulous welcome by the staff and delicious food." Patrons love the authentic flavors, "superlative service," and beautiful ambiance. While some find it pricy, the consistently excellent menu and charming atmosphere make it a favorite in DC, especially near Dupont Circle.

                                                                    1,369 Reviews

                                                                    1. susan

                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                      8 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      8 reviews

                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      This venue is always GREAT - from the door reception to leaving / great ambiance and excellent food
                                                                      La TomateResponded 3 days ago
                                                                      Dear Susan, Thank you for your very positive review. We appreciated it very much and hope to see you again soon!

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                                                                    2. Barbara

                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                      17 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      17 reviews

                                                                      Dined on November 15, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      LOVE this place. You folks are the best. Reliable, friendly service, food so tasty!
                                                                      La TomateResponded 3 days ago
                                                                      Dear Barbara, Thank you for your positive review. We are happy to hear you had a good experience at La Tomate. We have always aimed at providing our customers with great food and friendly service in a warm and welcoming ambiance. We hope to see you again. Warmest Regards, La Tomate

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                                                                    3. Michael

                                                                      Chicago

                                                                      12 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      12 reviews

                                                                      Dined on November 14, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Very pleasant experience. Good, efficient friendly service.
                                                                      La TomateResponded 3 days ago
                                                                      Dear Michael, Thank you for your very positive review. We are glad to hear you had a good experience and we hope to see you again soon.

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                                                                    4. Michael

                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      Dined on November 11, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      La Tomate is one of my favorite DC restaurants. The service is always great - attentive and accommodating. I love dining in the bar area and on the patio. The food is consistently delicious. And they always do their best to meet your individual needs. Continues to be one of my go to places!
                                                                      La TomateResponded on November 13, 2024
                                                                      Dear Michael, Thank you for your positive review. We are happy to hear you always have a good experience at La Tomate. We have always aimed at providing our customers with great food and friendly service in a warm and welcoming ambiance. We can’t wait to see you again. Warmest Regards, La Tomate

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                                                                    5. Chris

                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                      20 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      20 reviews

                                                                      Dined on October 29, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      First time diners. The restaurant is lovely and we had a nice seat in the window. The menus has some wonderful selections along with a list of specials and our server was very good and helped us make choices. Had a great meal with nice cocktails/wine. Will definitely return.
                                                                      La TomateResponded on November 13, 2024
                                                                      Dear Chris, Thank you for your positive review. We are happy to hear you had a good experience at La Tomate. Since opening we have always aimed at providing our customers with great food and friendly service in a warm and welcoming ambiance. We can’t wait to see you again. Warmest Regards, La Tomate

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                                                                    6. John

                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                      52 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      52 reviews

                                                                      Dined on October 26, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      Great evening. Asked for a quiet table for four, and got the quietest one in the place. Despite a bit off the beaten path, the service there was perfect. I had the Al Nero squid ink linguini and shrimp. Delicious.
                                                                      La TomateResponded on November 13, 2024
                                                                      Dear John, Thank you for your positive review. We are happy to hear you had a good experience at La Tomate and that we were able to accommodate your request. Since opening we have always aimed at providing our customers with great food and friendly service in a warm and welcoming ambiance. We hope to see you again. Warmest Regards, La Tomate

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                                                                    7. Emily

                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      Dined on October 19, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      I was so pleasantly surprised eating at La Tomate. The staff were super friendly and the food was so delicious. I can't stop thinking about the spaghetti with lobster, and the caesar salad was so good. A new fav dinner spot!
                                                                      La TomateResponded on October 23, 2024
                                                                      Dear Emily, Thank you for your positive review. We are happy to hear you had a good experience at La Tomate and enjoyed our lobster spaghetti. Since opening in 1987 we have always aimed at providing our customers with great food and friendly service in a warm and welcoming ambiance. We hope to see you again. Warmest Regards, La Tomate

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                                                                    8. Steve

                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                      26 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      26 reviews

                                                                      Dined on October 13, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Great service, great food, great ambience outdoors. A bit pricy but you get what you pay for.
                                                                      La TomateResponded on October 16, 2024
                                                                      Dear Steve, Thank you for your positive review. We are happy to hear you had a good experience at La Tomate. We have been open since 1987 and have always aimed at providing our customers with great food and friendly service in a warm and welcoming ambiance. We hope to see you again. Warmest Regards, La Tomate

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                                                                    9. Rene

                                                                      Orlando

                                                                      51 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      51 reviews

                                                                      Dined on October 13, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Every time we visit DC we make sure to have dinner at La Tomate near DuPont Circle my spouse had calamaro inumido which had black olives tomatoes capers I had a fresh salad with burrata for entrees pasta al Nero and I pasta with lobster both exquisite the desserts were salame di cioccolato a very decadent dessert for chocolate lovers
                                                                      La TomateResponded on October 16, 2024
                                                                      Thank you for your feedback. We are happy to hear you had a good experience at La Tomate. Since opening in 1987 we have always aimed at providing our customers with great food and friendly service in a warm and welcoming ambiance. We hope to see you again. Warmest Regards, La Tomate

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                                                                    10. JP

                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                      Dined on October 11, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      A must stop whenever we’re in DC. Meal tonight was exquisite (Pollo Alla Caccatorie). The service was great, the food awesome, and the ambiance was terrific. If you’re up near DuPont Circle do not miss this place. La Tomate Bistro (19 stars)
                                                                      La TomateResponded on October 16, 2024
                                                                      Thank you for your positive review. We are happy to hear you had a good experience at La Tomate. Since opening we have always aimed at providing our customers with great food and friendly service in a warm and welcoming ambiance. We hope to see you again soon! Warmest Regards, La Tomate

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                                                                    FAQs

                                                                    La Tomate does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. La Tomate also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 667-5505.

                                                                    La Tomate is rated 4.8 stars by 1369 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                    Make a reservation

                                                                    2 people
                                                                    7:00 p.m.
                                                                    Booked 19 times today

                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                    Google Map for La Tomate

                                                                    1701 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20009

                                                                    Dining areas

                                                                    Additional information

                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                      R
                                                                    • Neighbourhood
                                                                      Dupont Circle
                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                      Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
                                                                    • Price
                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                      Italian, Bistro, Café
                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                      Casual Dining
                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                      Smart Casual
                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                      Laz Parking<br /><br>2001 S Street NW<br /><br>Washington DC, 20009<br /><br>(Between Connecticut Ave. & 20th St.) <br /><br>Hours: Weekdays after 5pm, Saturdays & Sunday is closed (However we offer a six dollar credit to park at a garage of your choice)
                                                                    • Public transit
                                                                      Red Line, Dupont Circle
                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                      Natalina Koropoulos
                                                                    • Additional
                                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
                                                                    • Website
                                                                      http://latomatebistro.com/
                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                      (202) 667-5505
                                                                    • Catering
                                                                      A perfect solution for your catering needs, La Tomate a wide variety of catering solutions, from pastas, to entrees and salads, as well as individual or mixed platters from our Prosciutto Bar: select imported and domestic cured meats. Vegetarian options including fresh and creamy buffalo mozzarella, are also available.<br /><br /><br />
                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                      La Tomate is the perfect space for intimate group functions (in accordance with current CDC guidelines) such as birthdays, showers, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, corporate events and retirement parties. Customized or set menus are available. Our dedicated staff are ready to provide our guests quality service and excellent food.

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