Old-school Italian restaurant
Filomena Ristorante
Why locals love it
Georgetown is chock-full of over-priced, mediocre restaurants. Filomena is a favorite because it's just the opposite, not to mention, the old-school, scratch-made pastas. You can watch the "pasta mamas" making pasta in the front window. You'll be treated like a regular, in true Italian family style, no matter who you are upon entering.
Why you should visit it
Part of the VIP treatment at Filomena is the over-the-top staff; that is accompanied, of course, by over-the-top portions of classic Italian dishes. The kitschy holiday decorations, seasonal twinkle lights, and decor make it feel like a classic Italians-in-America dining experience. You feel like you're part of a huge Italian family dinner.
Special tip
Stick with the Italian classics--they're all done traditionally and to perfection.