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Bellissimo Restaurant, Fairfax, VA

Bellissimo Restaurant

4.4
4.4
1581 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
A small, cozy neighborhood restaurant that serves Northern Italian food in a welcoming ambiance. We are chef-owned (chef Omar Lavayen) and operated & pride ourselves on using locally-sourced produce. Bellissimo offers a diverse menu featuring seafood, homemade pastas, veal, filet mignon & and homemade desserts, to name a few. Think about homemade lobster ravioli in a champagne cream sauce melting in your mouth with a delicious glass of wine! Have a sweet tooth- end the meal with homemade tiramisu or dark chocolate mousse w/ a touch of frangelico. We offer a full bar and extensive wine list. *Bellissimo also serves gluten -free and vegetarian options and are open to dietary restrictions.
Come try our two- course $25 lunch special that changes everyday. Enjoy the beauty of historic Old Town Fairfax right across the street from the Old Town Hall. We cannot wait to make your day special!



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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Hours of operation
    Sat, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 293-2367
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Omar Lavayen, Chef/Owner
  • Catering
    Bellissimo Restaurant offers catering for both small and large parties. In addition, we can offer carry-out for those lunches or evenings when you would prefer to eat at home or in the office. Please call Mary for more details at 202 262-3726.
  • Private party facilities
    Bellissimo seats up to 65 people for lunch/ dinner. We personalize your event to match your needs. Experience in a wide range of events, incl. anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, graduations, office parties, business meetings & holiday events! Vegan, gluten-free & vegetarian options. Full-bar, wine.
  • Private party contact
    Mary Killay Lavayen (owner): (202) 262-3726
  • Neighborhood
    Fairfax
  • Cross street
    Main Street and University Drive
  • Parking details
    There are many PUBLIC PARKING lots available to Bellissimo diners that are steps from the front door. Public parking lots include: one block behind Bellissimo (south) on University Drive; one block north on University Drive next door to the Town Hall; one block East on Main Street( Route 236). www.bellissimorestaurant for maps
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,581 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bellissimo Restaurant offers a "fantastic date spot" with "delightful food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the authentic Italian cuisine, noting that it "reminds me of dining in Rome." The cozy atmosphere and attentive staff create a memorable dining experience, making it a "local gem."

1,581 Reviews
  1. Melinda

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Terrific food. A chef who understands subtle flavors. Could eat there every night.

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  2. Ken

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good and service was attentive and excellent. Decent wine, too. We were disappointed to learn that the pasta is not homemade and only a couple of the desserts are made inhouse. All four of us enjoyed our meals. My only issue with the excellent "linguini frutti mare" was that the scallops were a bit undercooked. Overall, a very good meal and a very lovely small restaurant.

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  3. Alan

    Washington DC

    41 reviews

    4.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Quaint, attentive,and good food! The only issue was parking. Plan ahead!

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  4. Richard

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 11, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good. Elbe's Service was fine. We were there on a Friday night in a crowd, so it took quite a while for the entrees to be served. The seats became uncomfortable after 2 1/2 hours.
    Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on October 19, 2024
    Thank you for your kind words- we are thrilled that you enjoyed your time with us! We hope to see you in the future!

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  5. Patrick

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Right off of main street, still very cozy and intimate on the inside. Food was delicious and really reminded me of homemade Italian cooking from my own family.
    Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on October 19, 2024
    Aw, Patrick- thanks for the five stars and the wonderful comment! We hope to see you soon!

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  6. Diane

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The price for the food and experience for my birthday and anniversary was above average. They had extended the restaurant week menu so I wasn’t able to try the regular menu. This was my first visit. I would try again but it’s not my favorite Italian restaurant. The bread was great as was the cannoli. The appetizers were good but the main menu was average.
    Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on October 19, 2024
    Thank you for the feedback- we appreciate your taking the time to let us know about your experience. We hope to see you again!

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  7. Valerie

    Washington DC

    35 reviews

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    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a very nice waiter who was Italian. The restaurant week food was delicious. A lovely evening

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  8. Pat

    Washington DC

    58 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Came for restaurant week with friends. The menu choices were great as was the service. I gave ambience two stars because we were seated under a vent blasting us with very cold air—brrrr. If you go you’ll have great service and food; just don’t sit at the front corner table.
    Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on October 19, 2024
    Pat- we are so sorry about the vent! That is horrible- did you ask to be moved? We are so sorry to hear this and I hope you return so that we can make this up to you. Thank you for your feedback. Please give us another try:)

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  9. Mindi

    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
    Four of us went during restaurant week to celebrate our anniversary. Everything was great and we had excellent service. A perfect place to celebrate!
    Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on October 19, 2024
    Thank you for your kind works- so glad you liked the food, service and ambiance! We. hope hope to see you very soon!

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  10. Mary

    Washington DC

    30 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    After being in the restaurant for an hour (we were served our appetizers), I was served the wrong veal dish that was inedible to me me due to the spice level. I asked that it be removed, which it was. Meanwhile my friends were eating and enjoying their dinners. I was offered another look at a menu, but I couldn’t face waiting at least a half hour for dinner when my friends were finishing theirs. Snafu
    Bellissimo RestaurantResponded on October 19, 2024
    We are so sorry to hear about this- please come back and let us make this up to you- we will! So sorry.

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FAQs

Bellissimo Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bellissimo Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 293-2367.

Bellissimo Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 1581 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 PM
Booked 4 times today

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Google Map for Bellissimo Restaurant

10403 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22030-3302

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Main Street and University Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Fairfax
  • Hours of operation
    Sat, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There are many PUBLIC PARKING lots available to Bellissimo diners that are steps from the front door. Public parking lots include: one block behind Bellissimo (south) on University Drive; one block north on University Drive next door to the Town Hall; one block East on Main Street( Route 236). www.bellissimorestaurant for maps
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Omar Lavayen, Chef/Owner
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (703) 293-2367
  • Catering
    Bellissimo Restaurant offers catering for both small and large parties. In addition, we can offer carry-out for those lunches or evenings when you would prefer to eat at home or in the office. Please call Mary for more details at 202 262-3726.
  • Private party facilities
    Bellissimo seats up to 65 people for lunch/ dinner. We personalize your event to match your needs. Experience in a wide range of events, incl. anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, graduations, office parties, business meetings & holiday events! Vegan, gluten-free & vegetarian options. Full-bar, wine.
  • Private party contact
    Mary Killay Lavayen (owner): (202) 262-3726
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