Thompson Italian
Italian restaurant · Falls Church ·
Fresh pasta, gelato, wine cocktails, and famed olive oil cake
Fresh pasta, gelato, wine cocktails, and famed olive oil cake
"Shortly after opening in Falls Church in 2019, this mom-and-pop pasta shop from chefs Gabe and Katherine Thompson won positive reviews for its spicy meatballs and olive oil cake. The couple, who rose through the ranks of the NYC restaurant scene before moving to be close to family in Northern Virginia, also opened a second location in Old Town Alexandria. Order takeout here. Rotating pasta picks showcase smoked duck ragu and broccoli rabe pesto." - Mekita Rivas
"I head to bustling Thompson Italian for a lively dinner and to sip a cacio e pepe gimlet at their long bar." - Missy Frederick
"This Falls Church restaurant came on the scene a few years ago to rave reviews for its homemade pastas and impressive desserts (don’t miss the olive oil cake). Starting dinner with an order of the garlic bread is a must. Outdoor seating available; order takeout online. A second location has opened in Alexandria." - Missy Frederick
"A D.C. spot translating pasta flavors into cocktails, notably with a cacio e pepe gimlet that uses Parmigiano-Reggiano and pink peppercorn to recreate the savory, peppery profile of the classic dish in a balanced, sippable format." - Jaya Saxena
"I see Thompson Italian highlighted for its pasta among the recent additions to Old Town’s dining scene." - Tierney Plumb
