L'Ardente

4.7

(18K) reviews

Italian

$

East End

Why We Like It

Citronelle veteran David Deshaies and his team rethink Italian classics and create new ones of their own at this spectacular trendsetter, with its double-high ceilings, Murano glass chandeliers, and attention-grabbing wood-fired grill. The signature 40-layer lasagna with truffle mornay and short rib sugo is a must.

Need to Know

Our glam Italian restaurant is divided into three dining areas:

• Dining Room – The first room you walk into when entering the restaurant
• Lounge – Table seating around our bar with full service, particularly fantastic for groups
• Galleria – Opens into the Lounge but offers a more intimate vibe. These rooms can also be used for private events.

We include a 20% service charge for all parties of 8 or fewer. 100% of the service charge is distributed to service team members. Parties of 9 or more incur a 25% service charge and are handled by our private events team.

About L'Ardente

Welcome to L’Ardente, a timeless Italian culinary experience for this moment. Enjoy handmade pastas and pizzas, wood-fired steaks and seafood, and seasonal vegetables in a chic Mediterranean setting.

Glittering chandeliers float below wooden farm beams. Wisps of fragrant smoke linger inside a gold-plated pizza oven. Sumptuous fabrics meet impeccable ingredients. L’Ardente reflects the glorious contrasts of Italy itself: haute yet simple; glam yet rustic; indulgent yet restrained. Above all, it’s a destination DC deserves right now, a Mediterranean balm in the heart of the capital.

Location

L'Ardente
200 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001