Paradiso Italian Restaurant

6124 Franconia Rd, Alexandria
(703) 922-6222

Recent Reviews

Lester Dove

New name and got a little pricey but the rolls are great

Rachel Russell

A favorite location for quality italian food. Great place to relax, people watch, eat good food or all the above. The service was very welcoming and sociable. Prices were reasonable.

Tanya T.

Last week, I learned that they have closed, and after renovation, will open a new restaurant at the same location. Website gives the details.

jhonesnaps63

Absolutely wonderful restaurant. I had the rib eye and it was incredible with two unbelievably delicious sides. The servers were amazing nice and helpful. I’ll return to this truly great restaurant for a positive gastronomic meal.

Jessica N.

I recently moved to the area and went here upon moving into my new place. It was wonderful. Fabulous food and great staff. They were so friendly and gave us a free (delicious) tiramisu to welcome us to the neighborhood. I've now ordered take out 4 times from there and even on the phone they are so nice. They make the food in a timely manner and have it ready for pick up when I arrive. Being from NJ, I consider myself a pizza snob and their pizza is phenomenal. I've also had their calzones, salad, eggplant Parmesan, chicken Marsala, and salmon and everything has been so delicious! Definitely my new and favorite go to place!!

Melissa Maletta

Food was delicious, good prices and the staff is super nice and welcoming. If you wanna eat the most delicious Italian food you must go and eat their food.We are definitely coming back

Joanne Darling

Best pizza ever & what a deal on Tuesdays for a large pizza with 3 toppings!

Josiah Witter

My wife and I finally went on a date since Covid and wanted to try something new. Something not chain. When we first walked in we had our doubts, but we were blown away. Our waiter was quiet but made a mean,off the menu chocolate martini. The food was amazing and service did not cease. Do not judge a book by its cover. We will return. Small business for the win.

josh d

Been here several times. Different dish/appetizer every time I went there. What baffles me is how absolutely phenomenal EVERY. SINGLE. MENU. ITEM. IS. You would think "Oh yeah, Paradiso, their *specific blah blah* is great". In reality, you could close your eyes and randomly place your finger down on any part of the menu, and once you get your food, you will have a foodgasm at first bite. Its ridiculous.

Melina Pardo

Love the food! Definitely my favorite Italian restaurant around

Sarah Y.

My experience at Paradiso was nothing short of amazing. Everything from the appetizers, entrees, custom-recommended drinks, and last but not least, hospitality. The manager, Eddy, really goes out of his way to make sure you have a great experience. If you're like me & always need recommendations.. he is your guy! Tell him what you like and he'll have a recommendation. Appetizers- Calamari and Caprese. The calamari was perfect- not too breaded like a lot of other places. And the sauce was jumping with flavor. The Caprese had a delicious pesto + balsamic glaze that I wanted to drench all over Entrees- the specials - braised short rib ravioli and red snapper. They are both great But the short rib ravioli is extraordinary! Let's put it this way- my bf hates braised short rib and he wanted to lick the plate. The short rib inside is perfect and the sauce that accompanies it is divine! Drinks- I shared that I prefer a sweet wine and Eddy recommended the best red wine I've ever tasted (and even gave me a history lesson on its origins). It is perfectly sweet and has an awesome tingle to it. I say tingle because it's carbonation but not as strong as a champagne. I've never had a wine like it. The outside may not look fancy but do yourself a favor and go! It is welllll worth it. Definitely going back!

Rachel Defibaugh

This is our go to place. Service is wonderful, the manager is on top of everything, and the staff is amazing. We love the events, and we always have a great experience.

Christina Burns

Had the medium one topping pizza for lunch and it was amazing. I'll definitely be back for more.

Debbie Keehner Griffitts

Great food and very wonderful staff! So nice that they have live music!

Anne Trap

Great Food and great food.

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