Trattoria Da Lina - Takoma Park

Expected better based on reviews. Would not recommend the gnocchi which I thought were heavy and chewy. Was willing to try the pizza but haven't been back since they put large Franchot for governor signs in the windows. On another visit the attached gelato shop had a sign in the window saying go inside. Went in. Rude man said go outside for service. We did and he clearly wasn't in a hurry to serve us. So, probably won't be back for a while.

We were visiting the area looking for an Italian Restaurant, and this place is great an authentic Italian place, they speak Italian, servers very good and I got ?spaghetti fruto del mare?, very tasty! I saved for next visit to Washington DC, it?s close, 15 minutes drive.

Extraordinary Cavatelli Frutti di Mare easily the best since my last trip to Perugia, Italy. Fair prices. Ready when promised (to go . Caesar was excellent too. (Garlic bread and parsley added at home.

I've been here several times and I'm completely in love. The wine selection is great. I always enjoy the Moscato or Rose. As for food, everything I have ever had has been amazing. But my absolute favorites are Fresh Burrata, Basil Heirloom Tomatoes So fresh and light! Seafood Pasta Calamarata Style The pasta is always al dente. Sauce is on point and flavorful while light. And the seafood is so fresh. Grilled Octopus While this has always been a favorite. It

This place is located in a prime spot in takoma park. There is free one hour parking opposite to it. We got 1. Pollo alla Parmigiana (5/5) the taste of the chicken was amazing, fried well and tender. The sauce that comes with it was excellent. Only flip side though no pasta with it. 2. Tagliatelle alla Genovese (5/5) I am not a sea food fan, but this dish was amazing too. The pesto was light and the meat was very tasty. The fresh tomatoes add a great freshness to the