The Italian Oven

"We had pizza. It was very good, probably the best I have had in this area. Delicious and not too salty, with a tasty bread. The atmosphere was also very good; we were there a little earlier than usual dinner time, around 5 pm, and received our food quickly. The restaurant is clean and nicely decorated. The waiter was very welcoming and nice."

"I came here with my mother a few weeks ago as we have done off and on for 20 years. The last time however, we were harassed by who I believe was the owner. My mother caught his attention and so he took it upon himself to interrupt our dinner several times to talk to her. A mom out to dinner with her daughter wearing a wedding ring, was being hit on by some old man who kept saying “I like pretty women” and “ I just got divorced”. We were actually so uncomfortable and shocked we didn’t know what to do. Not to mention he leaned over her to speak which I attached in a photo I took below. He then after interrupting us for the 3rd time came over with the massive dessert situation as a “wooo” for my mother, which was entirely unwanted. I can’t express how unprofessional and truly disgusting his behavior was. LEAVE WOMEN ALONE! WHO the hell wants to go out to eat with their child and get bothered like this? The dessert presentation was cringy and actually embarrassing for us because it was unwarranted and only to impress her not to mention it got the whole restaurant looking at us. He then expected this big thank you? As if we should be thanking him HIM for harassing us and giving us unwanted attention. After 20 years I can say we won’t be back! I’m truly disgusted by the man’s behavior even if he thought it’s okay, it’s 2023 he should know it’s not. I could also tell some of the other men in the establishment thought it was weird to and said nothing."

"One of the best restaurants experiences I’ve had! Both of my parents own restaurants so I love a good Mom and Pop. My friends and I stopped by before going to a talk show this past weekend. We are from Richmond but will absolutely make the drive to come back. The food was amazing and quick. The service was attentive, friendly, and perfect! Our whole experience was spot on & we couldn’t shut up about how much we enjoyed ourselves on the way home. Will be back :)"

"Just arrived in McLean and wanted some comfort food. My husband found this place which was not too far from the Marriott hotel. It was exactly what we were looking for. Service was great and food was so spot on. Bread was nice and warm and went well with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Our salad Bella Napoli was awesome and Chicken Parm incredible (ok you can see that I forgot to take a photo till we were almost done!). Chocolate mousse dessert nicely wrapped up our dinner. Highly recommended if you are looking for a causal Italian home-cook restaurant."