Filomena Ristorante
Pasta made in-house plus hearty Italian classics in an upscale restaurant with over-the-top decor.
Filomena Ristorante is rated 4.6 / 5 from 5,938 Google reviews and sits about 2.2 km (28 min walk) from Arlington Cemetery station.
General overview
About Filomena Ristorante
Filomena Ristorante is a long-standing, family-style Italian restaurant in Georgetown, Washington, DC, known for handmade pasta, traditional Italian dishes, generous portions, and an elaborate old-world interior. It is a dining destination rather than a ticketed attraction. None of the information below has been live-verified.
- Handmade pasta prepared on-site
- Traditional Italian-American and regional Italian cuisine
- Atmospheric, historic-feeling Georgetown dining room
- Popular destination for lunch, dinner, celebrations, and visitors
- Located on Wisconsin Avenue in Georgetown
Things to do here
Handmade pasta dining
Sample house-made pasta dishes, including classic preparations and regional Italian specialties. The restaurant is especially known for its visible pasta-making tradition.
Traditional Italian meal
Enjoy antipasti, soups, salads, pasta, seafood, meat dishes, and desserts in a full-service restaurant setting.
Georgetown evening dining
Combine dinner at Filomena with walking, shopping, and sightseeing around Georgetown’s Wisconsin Avenue and waterfront areas.
Allow extra time to find street or garage parking in Georgetown. Public transportation, rideshare, walking, or cycling may be easier than driving. Arrive with the entire party if the restaurant has a seating policy for incomplete parties.
Reservations are recommended for peak dinner periods, weekends, celebrations, and groups. Ask the restaurant about current reservation policies and seating times.
This overview is general knowledge, not confirmed against an official source — verify hours, prices and entry rules before you go.
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How to reach
Filomena Ristorante is about 2.2 km (~28 min walk) from Arlington Cemetery station on the Washington Metro.
Before you go
Good to know
Verify tickets, seasonal hours, entry rules, and special events on the official website before visiting.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Filomena Ristorante from Arlington Cemetery station?
Filomena Ristorante is about 2203 m (roughly 28 min walk) from Arlington Cemetery station on the Washington Metro. Use the directions link on this page for turn-by-turn walking directions.
What is Filomena Ristorante rated?
Filomena Ristorante has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 5,938 reviews.
What's near Filomena Ristorante?
Also within a short walk of the same station: Lincoln Memorial, National Mall, Founding Farmers DC.
Is Filomena Ristorante wheelchair accessible?
Yes — Google lists the following accessibility features for Filomena Ristorante: wheelchair-accessible restroom, wheelchair-accessible seating.
Is there parking near Filomena Ristorante?
Google lists these parking options near Filomena Ristorante: paid parking lot, free street parking, paid street parking, paid garage parking.
Are dogs allowed at Filomena Ristorante?
Google does not list Filomena Ristorante as allowing dogs.
Does Filomena Ristorante have outdoor seating?
Google does not list Filomena Ristorante as having outdoor seating.
Do I need a ticket to visit Filomena Ristorante?
No. Filomena is a restaurant, so guests pay for food and drinks rather than admission.
Should I make a reservation?
Reservations are advisable for dinner, weekends, holidays, celebrations, and larger groups. Walk-ins may be possible when space is available.
What is Filomena known for?
It is especially known for handmade pasta and traditional Italian food served in a distinctive Georgetown setting.
Is Filomena suitable for families?
Generally yes, although the restaurant is also popular for leisurely adult dinners. Ask about high chairs, children’s menu options, and seating when booking.
Can the restaurant accommodate dietary restrictions?
Some adaptations may be possible, but guests should discuss allergies or dietary requirements with staff before ordering. Cross-contact cannot be assumed to be absent.
How long should I plan for a meal?
Allow approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours, especially for a multi-course dinner.
Is parking available?
There is generally no dedicated visitor parking associated with the restaurant. Georgetown street parking and commercial garages may be options, but availability and rates change.
Can I combine the visit with sightseeing?
Yes. The restaurant is in Georgetown, near shopping, historic streets, the C&O Canal area, and the waterfront.
Are the hours and prices current?
No. This information was prepared from existing training knowledge and has not been live-verified. Confirm hours, menu prices, reservations, holiday schedules, and policies on the official website before relying on them.
Data and photos from Google Places, generated August 23, 2026. Ratings, hours and prices can change — confirm anything time-sensitive before you go.