Alta Strada DC
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Alta Strada is an Italian restaurant from Chef Michael Schlow. joint that brings soulful Italian cooking to the Embassy Row neighborhood in DC.
Alta Strada is a pasta joint that brings soulful, Italian classics—homemade bolognese, mozzarella and chicken parm to name a few—to your neighborhood. We know that authenticity matters, and our flavors are straight from Nonna's kitchen. Join us for daily happy hour, where locals enjoy a thoughtful wine menu and seasonal Italian recipes. Alta Strada first opened in Wellesley, Massachusetts, in 2007
10/28/2025
Fall nights 🤝 handcrafted pasta.
10/26/2025
Chicken Milanese with Arugula, Tomato, Red Onion, Lemon, & Extra Virgin Olive Oil!
10/23/2025
Pizza inspired by New York, Rome, and Naples!
Our daily pizza delivers a satisfying snap with every bite thanks to a fermented dough that has just the right balance of char and crunch!
10/21/2025
Beat the midweek blues with a hearty bowl of Meatballs!
10/01/2025
Layers of indulgence: silky Prosciutto San Daniele, peppery arugula, toasted pistachio, and golden crostini — a perfect bite of Italian elegance!
09/28/2025
It’s a good day for 🍝
09/26/2025
Rigatoni alla Vodka at Alta Strada is Italian comfort at its finest — velvety, vibrant, and deeply satisfying. Tossed in a luscious vodka sauce and finished with Parmigiano and fresh basil, it’s a timeless favorite with a touch of elegance.
09/24/2025
🍝✨ Nothing hits quite like a bowl of saucy, cheesy meatballs at Alta Strada. Tender, juicy, and swimming in rich tomato sauce. ❤️ Who’s joining us for meatballs tonight?
09/18/2025
🍔 It’s National Cheeseburger Day and we’re going all in with the Alta Smashburger Deluxe — double juicy patties, melty cheese, and our house-made special sauce on a buttery toasted brioche bun.
Served with golden fries because some holidays deserve to be celebrated right. 🤩
09/16/2025
Big flavor, small package. Our chicken parm sliders are stacked with juicy breaded chicken, marinara, and mozzarella - just $4 each at Happy Hour.
Best paired with: a bold red wine like Chianti or Sangiovese. 🍷
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1600 Rhode Island NW
Washington D.C., DC
20036
Opening Hours
| Monday | 5pm - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 5pm - 9pm |
| Wednesday | 5pm - 9pm |
| Thursday | 5pm - 9pm |
| Friday | 5pm - 10pm |
| Saturday | 5pm - 10pm |
| Sunday | 5pm - 9pm |