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San Lorenzo, Washington, DC
Award-winning

San Lorenzo

4.7
4.7
339 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
1316 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001-4208

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Come to San Lorenzo and feel transported to the streets of Italy. Enjoy light, wholesome dishes & only the finest Italian wines while surrounded by beautiful stucco walls and black & white photos of the chef/owner's hometown.

Chef Massimo believes in creating dishes that honor the heritage & flavors of his native Tuscany. The magic of this cuisine is the exceptional preparation — fresh, simple ingredients paired with unique herbs & seasonings for a taste that’s anything but simple. With over 30 years of culinary training - he delivers homemade pastas, sauces, Florentine steak, veal, fresh fish & exceptional risotto. For the real experience, try a 4 or 6 course tasting menu -something this chef is best known for in DC.

So, whether dining alone at the cozy bar, attending a ticketed wine dinner or Saturday wine lunch, with 20 friends in the private room, a 100 for a wedding, or just enjoying a bottle of wine - you will feel the charm & care San Lorenzo offers to each guest who visits.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, European
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Massimo Fabbri
  • Catering
    We offer an array of catering options from full service dinners cooked in your home with linens, plates, etc. for 6- 120 individuals or even pick-up or delivery for corporate lunches, birthdays, or family dinners to incl. sandwiches, meat & cheese trays, Tuscan rubbed ribs or risotto.
  • Private party facilities
    San Lorenzo offers a beautiful canvas for your group reservations & private dining needs. Let us transport you to Italy for an afternoon or evening. We will take care of your business and social functions of 10 to 120 guests. We have options for weddings, business dinners, receptions, and more.
  • Private party contact
    Private Event Manager: (443) 426-3533
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Shaw
  • Cross street
    We are located on 9th Street NW between N & O Streets.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are 2 blocks North of the Convention Center and Mt Vernon Plaza metro.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Corporate & Large Group Dining & Private Events

    $105.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Private Dining for up to 80 guests Receptions for up to 120 Guests Large Groups Partial & Full Buyouts also available starting at $2500
    Corporate & Large Group Dining & Private Events Photo
  • CHEF TASTING MENU - 6 COURSE MENU

    $145.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    ~ CHEF TASTING MENU ~ available ALL night 6-Course @ $145 + TAX & GRATUITY 4-Course @ $115 + TAX & GRATUITY Optional wine pairing at additional charge Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options available **AVAILABLE EVERY NIGHT** Mon-Thu: 5:30 - 9:30pm Fri & Sat: 5:00 - 10:00pm Sun: 5:00 - 9:00pm EMAIL FOR QUESTIONS / PAYMENT -- info@sanlorenzodc.com
  • Weddings & Rehearsal Dinners -Full/Partial Buyouts

    $105.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Seamless & Stress-free Planning for all your Wedding Needs Rehearsal Dinners for 15 to 60 Guests Wedding Receptions & Seated Dinners for 80-120 Guests Post Wedding Lunch (we offer to open daytime on Sunday for these special private events) pricing starts at $2500 email christina@sanlorenzodc.com

Private dining

Offers

  • $65 TASTING MENU

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Mon - Thu - 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    JOIN U AT THE BAR 5:30 - 6:30PM on Sunday -Thursday (not available Friday & Saturday) *if you can't make it in early, no worries, for YOU we will extend the offer until closing* NOTE: this is only available @ the BAR Come join us at our Bar for a Special Menu Enjoy a Three-Course Tasting Menu for $65 Includes appetizer, pasta & dessert. Wine pairings are available for an additional charge. TO RESERVE: Please indicate "BAR65" in your reservation and when ordering with your bartender

  • Un-Wined @ SL Bar

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    Come by Monday through Thursday for a special treat at our BAR, Skip the table and settle in at SL's BAR and Unbottle your day with us. Ask about our featured Brunello & Barolo wines by the bottle. Un-Wined with a complimentary appetizer (our signature squash blossoms) with your purchase of one of our featured bottles. **please note: only available at the bar and only available Monday through Thursday nights**

  • * We will still be HAPPY to see you at 9:00PM *

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM,Fri - Sat - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    End your night happy with us! Running late - don't despair - we will still be happy and serving dinner, snacks, or drinks when you arrive at 9:00PM. And if you need help choosing - let us suggest a wine tasting or chef tasting menu!

What 339 people are saying

San Lorenzo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • District of Columbia

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
San Lorenzo offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "excellent food" and a "charming atmosphere." Known for its "amazing pasta" and "delicious meals," it's a "neighborhood gem" with "attentive service." Despite occasional off nights, many patrons highly recommend it for its "superb" dishes and "friendly" staff.

339 Reviews
  1. Joe VIP

    Philadelphia25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Attentive service, apps & entrees served hot and in the correct amount of time.

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  2. bryan VIP

    Raleigh72 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Highly authentic neighborhood trattoria serving Northern Italian food, Very friendly service and good value for DC.

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  3. Robert VIP

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Italian in town. Great staff and ambiance along with the most incredible Tuscan food

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  4. Joseph VIP

    Washington DC17 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Service and ambience were nice, but unfortunately, the food quality was off. Lobster bisque had more of a carrot/butternut squash saucy taste; lasagna lacked pasta layer textures - perhaps too much ricotta - had the texture of a holiday stuffing; halibut needed seasoning; seafood in the seafood linguine was fresh and plentiful, but needed something - perhaps more seasoning to bring out the flavor; pork tenderloin was perfectly cooked and the sauce/cabbage was flavorful. I applaud the chefs for that since pork frequently gets dry - it was the best food of the night; tiramisu was bland. Limoncello and grappa were very small pours; sambuca was good but usually it's served with 3 coffee beans. Prices were high for the poor food quality. Sorry for the bad review, but maybe it was an off night for the food. It's a lovely neighborhood restaurant. Servers were very friendly.

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  5. Russell VIP

    Denver13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful meal and wonderful waiter and staff. I highly recommend this restaurant. I’ll be back next time. I’m in DC.

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  6. Rachel

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    gorgeous dishes and meals, i would 100% recommend!

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  7. Matthew VIP

    Tallahassee20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A top 5 meal we’ve ever had in DC. Zucchini flower appetizer, tortelli and branzino specials for dinner, and mango gelato for dessert. Excellent cocktails as well. Can’t wait to be back.

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  8. Alana

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been in DC for 4 years and this was one of my favorite meals, I will be back! Separate from dinner they have the most delicious lunch sandwich specials

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  9. Jeremias VIP

    London3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was horrible, waiter was slow and irritated and bothered, he was distracted. Food was mediocre, too salty, and pasta overcooked. Soup was bland

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  10. k VIP

    Washington DC13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Small but mighty. A nice neighborhood gem I didn’t know existed. High quality Italian if a little on the spendy side. Would definitely go back though.

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FAQs

San Lorenzo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 588-8954.

San Lorenzo is rated 4.7 stars by 339 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for San Lorenzo

1316 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001-4208

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    We are located on 9th Street NW between N & O Streets.
  • Neighborhood
    Shaw
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are 2 blocks North of the Convention Center and Mt Vernon Plaza metro.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Massimo Fabbri
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We offer an array of catering options from full service dinners cooked in your home with linens, plates, etc. for 6- 120 individuals or even pick-up or delivery for corporate lunches, birthdays, or family dinners to incl. sandwiches, meat & cheese trays, Tuscan rubbed ribs or risotto.
  • Private party facilities
    San Lorenzo offers a beautiful canvas for your group reservations & private dining needs. Let us transport you to Italy for an afternoon or evening. We will take care of your business and social functions of 10 to 120 guests. We have options for weddings, business dinners, receptions, and more.
  • Private party contact
    Private Event Manager: (443) 426-3533
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