“One of the hardest details for a restaurant to nail is consistency, which is why when I’m asked where to go for Italian, Al Tiramisu in Dupont Circle is usually on the tip of my tongue.” ~ Tom Sietsema, Food Critic, Washington Post
Al Tiramisu Restaurant
Serving Washington, DC's most authentic Italian cuisine for 29 years!
Experience the Best of Italy!
Welcome to Al Tiramisu where we are proud to have consistently offered the best Italian food since 1996!
After moving to the United States from his native Italy, award-winning Chef/Restaurateur and Italian Culinary Ambassador Luigi Diotaiuti dreamt of offering the most authentic Italian fine dining experience possible in his own restaurant. His vision turned to reality when Al Tiramisu was born in the heart of Dupont Circle on March 3, 1996.
Since then, Al Tiramisu has become known as one of the best fine dining restaurants in Washington DC. It received the coveted Insegna del Ristorante Italiano, the seal of approval by the President of Italy, Slow Food DC's Snail of Approval award, as well as the “Award of Excellence” at the Embassy of Italy “in recognition of his outstanding skills, entrepreneurship, and dedication to promoting the finest authentic culinary traditions beyond Italy’s borders” from the Italian Cultural Society of DC.
Al Tiramisu
Al Tiramisu’s signature cozy, intimate setting was designed to call to mind the ancient cave and wine cellar interiors found in Chef Luigi’s homeland in the Southern Italian region of Basilicata. Having worked in prestigious restaurants throughout Italy and the world, Chef Luigi’s menu is a testament to the best Italian food, with flavors so pure that they speak to your soul. Al Tiramisu is proud to feature an extensive wine menu and a craft cocktail list curated by Chef Luigi (who is also a Certified Italian Sommelier), and his knowledgeable staff. Al Tiramisu also places a paramount on excellent service which has kept their loyal clients; neighborhood locals, celebrities, and politicians returning for 29 years.
Experience the award-winning flavors of an Italian restaurant ranked one of the best Italian restaurants in the world and among the top 10 Italian restaurants in Washington, D.C. Al Tiramisu is perfect for a weekday lunch or aperitivo, a romantic date night, a special occasion, or anytime you'd like to transport your taste buds to Italy! Enjoy handcrafted pasta, fine wines, crafted cocktails and the world renowned cuisine of Italian Culinary Ambassador/Award-Winning Chef Luigi Diotaiuti and his team every time you visit.
Al Tiramisu has been included on the “50 Top Italian Restaurants in the World” by www.50topItaly.it, and on Gambero Rosso’s “Top Italian Restaurants” list each year since 2018. In 2024, Al Tiramisu was presented with The Italian Language Foundation’s Culinary Award “for its commitment to excellence and years of service” in New York. Known for its philanthropic efforts, Al Tiramisu is proud to consistently give back to the city it calls home. Here you can enjoy fine dining as you would in Italy!