"Filomena's Ristorante is a loud basement Italian spot in Georgetown that has been hosting family dinners (among other things) for 40 years. It’s the definition of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” thanks to delicious classics like the salsicce di casa, a juicy homemade sweet Italian sausage, and the ravioli alla matrimonia served alongside giant meatballs. Not only is the food some of the best Italian in DC, but it’s a mix of tuxedoed waiters and white knit placemats, making it fancy enough to tell your parents you got a huge promotion and casual enough to tell them you’re moving back home (or both, we're not judging)." - omnia saed