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Alta Strada Mosaic, Fairfax, VA

Alta Strada Mosaic

4.4
4.4
1355 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
Alta Strada by James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Schlow was born from the simple wish to share great ingredients, honored flavors, and a warm welcome with neighbors and friends. Always expect housemade pasta, authentic Italian classics, and great reds (cocktails too)—all enjoyed in our dining rooms, patio spaces, or in the comfort of your own home. Located in the heart of Fairfax Virginia's bustling Mosaic District, with a spacious patio on the Strawberry Park green.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Regional Italian (Sardinia), Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 280-0000
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Matt Smith
  • Catering
    From celebratory dinners, to business meetings, or cocktail receptions, leave the event planning to Alta Strada. A dedicated staff will ensure your guests an event to remember. To learn more about catering please email info@altastrada-mosaic.com.
  • Private party facilities
    From celebratory dinners, to business meetings, or cocktail receptions, leave the event planning to Alta Strada. A dedicated staff will ensure your guests an event to remember. To learn more about events please email info@altastrada-mosaic.com.
  • Neighborhood
    Fairfax
  • Cross street
    Strawberry Lane and District Ave
  • Parking details
    Ample free street and garage parking.
  • Public transit
    Dunn Loring-Merrifield Station is 1 mile away
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Offers

  • Happy Hour! (4-6pm Daily)

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Wed - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Why Limit Happy to One Hour? Enjoy food & drink specials every day from 4pm-6pm. (At the bar and high-tops only)

    Happy Hour! (4-6pm Daily) Photo

What 1,355 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
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alta Strada Mosaic offers "extraordinary service" and "delicious Italian cuisine" in a vibrant setting. Diners rave about the "attentive, polite staff" and creative dishes like the penne alla vodka and rockfish piccata. Ideal for special occasions, it promises an unforgettable dining experience with a welcoming ambiance and ample portions.

1,355 Reviews
  1. Kenneth

    VIP

    Orlando

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We luckily picked a slow time, 6:00 PM on Wednesday. Service was prompt and courteous. Everything came on time and as requested. My chicken Milanese was done to perfection. The garlic bread was fresh and just toasted. My wife’s gnocchi with mushrooms was incredible. My picky teenage daughter ate every bit of her spaghetti and even the meatballs. Our guest ate all his spaghetti and chicken. Everything was made from scratch; nothing tasted premade.

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  2. Gina

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was so helpful and attentive which made the whole experience complete. Food was amazing and all came out at the same time which was also a plus!

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  3. Wendy

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was good not great. I think it’s a little pricey for the amount of food per order. Atmosphere was relaxing. We sat outdoors on their patio and the view was Mosaic’s center piece which I would describe as a play area. Standard service, waitress was nice and accommodating. Overall I would come again and try other items on their menu.

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  4. Cathy

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was just OK. We sent some pasta back as the noodles were crunchy. Service was good- very empty given it was the lunchtime hour.

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  5. Zetty

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 4, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was not at the quality we expected, especially at the price. There's also no bread given. The food amount is also not great.. service was good though.

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  6. Ed

    VIP

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 3, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It’s an Italian restaurant, and it’s not inexpensive, so in my opinion. It would be reasonable to expect that a side of pasta would be included with non pasta entrees such as chicken parm, or similar, especially if you’re paying 30.00 for what amounts to a piece of pounded/breaded chicken. I’ve been to the location for brunch, and it was great, but I’ve made my last visit for dinner. There are many better options for an overall Italian dining experience.

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  7. Bev

    VIP

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter set the tone of the evening with his out going helpfulness. The food was excellent and the location was perfect

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  8. Caroline

    VIP

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great family dinner. Superb service from our server, Carlos. Food was delicious, and it was an enjoyable evening all around.

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  9. Sheree

    VIP

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had an excellent meal of perfectly cooked rockfish piccata and lamb osso buco. The flavors were were savory and the meat tender. Our meal was paired with a great white wine recommended by our waitress. All in all an enjoyable evening.

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  10. Brian

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service and food. Pricy but worth it if you are having a special evening. 😎

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FAQs

Alta Strada Mosaic offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 280-0000.

Alta Strada Mosaic is rated 4.4 stars by 1355 OpenTable diners.

Alta Strada Mosaic does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Alta Strada Mosaic

2911 District Avenue, Suite 150, Fairfax, VA 22031

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Strawberry Lane and District Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Fairfax
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Regional Italian (Sardinia), Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Ample free street and garage parking.
  • Public transit
    Dunn Loring-Merrifield Station is 1 mile away
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matt Smith
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (703) 280-0000
  • Catering
    From celebratory dinners, to business meetings, or cocktail receptions, leave the event planning to Alta Strada. A dedicated staff will ensure your guests an event to remember. To learn more about catering please email info@altastrada-mosaic.com.
  • Private party facilities
    From celebratory dinners, to business meetings, or cocktail receptions, leave the event planning to Alta Strada. A dedicated staff will ensure your guests an event to remember. To learn more about events please email info@altastrada-mosaic.com.
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