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Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano, Herndon, VA

Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano

4.8
4.8
2025 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
20:30
Booked 18 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Since opening in 1991, Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano has been established as a fine tradition in historic Herndon. The 100 year old building adds character and ambiance to Zeffirelli’s dining experience. Our formal service, candlelit tables, exquisite Tuscan cuisine, and fine wines set an incomparable atmosphere for our patrons.
KNOWN FOR ITS BEST VEAL CHOP IN THE REGION

www.zeffirelliva.com

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat 17:00–22:30 Sun 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (703) 318-7000
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Francesco
  • Private party facilities
    We have private room for up to 30and 115 for entire restaurantFix Menus recommended forLarge parties, see our websitefor Banquet menus
  • Area
    Herndon
  • Cross Street
    Elden St. and Station St.
  • Parking details
    Private Parking is located behind the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,025 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
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano offers a "wonderful dining experience" with classic Italian cuisine and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "delicious food," including veal marsala and seafood pasta. The atmosphere is "warm and cozy," perfect for intimate gatherings or celebrations. Despite occasional service hiccups, the restaurant consistently delights with its "authentic charm" and "superb" menu.

2,025 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time there. It was a very nice experience. Dedícate service and good food. Recommended

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  2. Jason

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience due to the warm and welcoming staff and high quality food. Great atmosphere!!

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  3. Kelsey

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the second time we have visited and the service and food are great! Wonderful Christmas Eve dinner.

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  4. Pamela

    VIP

    Washington DC

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    What a consistently delightful experience. Don’t miss having lunch or dinner here. Go back in time to the days of ambience with white table cloths, fabulous art and service! A favorite go to local restaurant

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  5. Richard

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is very good and the service is also very good.

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  6. Craig

    VIP

    Washington DC

    76 reviews

    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As always service was excellent. Arugula salad very tasty. My lobster ravioli was very good but a bit rich for me. I should have chosen something else, but that is on me and not because the dish wasn't very good. Wife had the Festa di Mare. They did offer the Cleopatra but that is a lot of food (we have had before and will have again - but not tonight). Also excellent. Finished off with Tiramisu which is one of the best if not the best around.

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  7. Jim

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server ( Elizabeth Taylor ) was an absolute delight. She ensured we enjoyed ourselves and was a wonderful host. The food was fantastic.

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  8. Sandra

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderfully prepared food, old school ambience, quiet neighborhood gem.

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  9. Roxanne

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pablo and true whole team always take care of us. Food was excellent. Service was superb. A very enjoyable night.

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  10. Roger

    VIP

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I had an excellent dinner at Zeffirelli Ristorante recently. This restaurant is truly a hidden gem. When looking for a fine dining restaurant in Northern Virginia, Herndon is not the first location that comes to mind. However, this restaurant is one of the best in the region. We have eaten here multiple times and have never been disappointed. We appreciate that consistency and don't hesitate to take guests here. The meal begins with some very tasty bread made by one of the chefs. As a starter, we highly recommend the vegetable soup - it is probably the best that either of us has ever had. It is listed on the menu as minestrone, but there is no pasta in it. Their specialty is a 16 oz. veal chop, which is quite pricey, but worth it. This night I had the stuffed pork chop and my wife had the rack of lamb. Both were excellent. Other entrees that we have particularly enjoyed are the cannelloni, halibut, and sole. The deserts are outstanding, particularly the tiramisu and the panna cotta. Eating at this restaurant is a relaxing way to enjoy an evening. The service is friendly, there is plenty of nearby parking, and the noise level is lower than most restaurants are these days.

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FAQs

Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 318-7000.

Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano is rated 4.8 stars by 2025 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
20:30
Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano

728 Pine Street, Herndon, VA 20170

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Elden St. and Station St.
  • Area
    Herndon
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:30 Dinner Mon–Fri 17:00–22:00 Sat 17:00–22:30 Sun 17:00–21:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Parking is located behind the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Francesco
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (703) 318-7000
  • Private party facilities
    We have private room for up to 30and 115 for entire restaurantFix Menus recommended forLarge parties, see our websitefor Banquet menus
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