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Thompson Italian

Photograph by Scott Suchman
Falls Church, Old Town Alexandria
Italian
Chef couple Gabe and Katherine Thompson have aced the great neighborhood Italian joint. Notch-above starters include Parm-encrusted focaccia garlic bread, chicory Caesar salad, and fritto misto studded with sweet Peppadew peppers. Pastas are their own draw, from pumpkin tortelloni to pappardelle with wild-boar ragu. Parents will appreciate generous kids’ plates—pizza sticks, housemade spaghetti—that come with carrots and fries. And Katherine’s olive-oil cake with crème fraîche mousse is a simple, lovely dessert.
Price
Based on dinner for two, including tax and 20-percent tip:
Moderate: $101 to $200
Locations
Old Town Alexandria : 1024 King St, Old Town Alexandria Virginia, 22314
Falls Church : 124 N Washington St, Falls Church Virginia, 22046