Charming, sophisticated and elegant, Bellissimo Restaurant is an award-winning Italian food-lovers paradise. With stellar service and a menu of hand-crafted dishes, the Northern Italian cuisine at this restaurant is counted among the best in the area. Located in a historic building, this quaint restaurant is ideal for power lunches, romantic dinners, special occasion dining, and everything in between. Enjoy antipasti like toretti di mozzarella (with fresh mozzarella), or the classic cozze en umido (steamed mussels with garlic, tomatoes and basil). Inquire about the soup of the day, then try pastas like the gnocchi alla brava with a fontina cheese sauce, the fresh fish of the day, pollo al Marsala portobello or the filetto di manzo (beef tenderloin with Barolo wine and mushrooms). Every meal at this place is wonderful, but for a truly exceptional dining experience try the Menu Gastronomic. This 5-course chef-selected menu is designed for two, and it features the best the kitchen has to offer (a vegetarian option is also available). Plus, daily specials, gluten-free dishes and plenty of variety ensures that this place is perfect for all. Bellissimo also features a full bar, a carefully curated wine list that is affordable and approachable, and private party facilities which are ideal for your next special event or meeting. And, thanks to a partnership with The Fairfax Symphony and the George mason Center for the Arts, ticket holders can take advantage of special discounts on dinner before the show.