Talea Italian Restaurant

4.5 (47)

$50 and over

Italian

3228 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

At Talea, we take pride in offering the finest Italian cuisine in Washington DC. Our menu boasts a delightful variety of flavorful appetizers and exquisite main dishes, all expertly crafted with the freshest ingredients and a touch of culinary flair. Every bite at Talea is sure to create a lasting impression.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 506-3030
Website
https://taleadc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Visit our website for catering options and menus.<br /><br />https://taleadc.com/washington-cleveland-park-talea-catering#
Private party facilities
Our venue contains a beautiful private room to host all celebrations. Visit our events link below. https://taleadc.com/washington-cleveland-park-talea-party#

Location
3228 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016
Neighborhood
Cleveland Park
Cross street
Washington National Cathedral or National Cathedral
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Cleveland Park Metro, Tenleytown Metro
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Celebrate with us!
1 - 30 people
Multiple dates available
Sun - 11:00 AM - 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Mon - Thu - 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Fri - 12:00 PM - 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM - 9:30 PM,Sat - 11:00 AM - 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM - 9:30 PM
🎉 Celebrate with Us! 🎉 🎂 Whether it's your birthday, graduation or you're marking a special anniversary, we believe every celebration deserves a sweet treat! 💕 ✨ Enjoy a Complimentary Dessert on your special day when you dine with us.✨ Just let us know when you're celebrating, and we'll bring out a delicious dessert on the house! 🎉🍰 Come share the love and make your celebration even sweeter! 🥳 📅 T&Cs apply. Available for birthdays, graduations and anniversaries only.
Happy Hour
1 - 30 people
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sip on discounted beers, cocktails, wine, and house specials. Whether you're in the mood for a Glass of wine or an exciting new craft cocktail, we’ve got you covered. Pair your drink with delicious appetizers at unbeatable prices. From crispy Arancinis to Bruschetta, our happy hour bites are perfect for sharing!

Bruschetta$9.00
Crostini bread. Goat cheese. Tomatoes. EVOO. Balsamic glaze. Basil
Arancini$9.00
Fried risotto. Pecorino. Braised beef. Diavola sauce
Focaccia$6.00
Rosemary focaccia. Olive oil
Calamari$14.00
Lightly-breaded fried squid. Shishito peppers. Marinara sauce
Margherita Pizza$13.00
Tomatoes. Fresh basil. Buffalo mozzarella. Olive oil
Salsiccia Pizza$14.00
Pepperoni. Sausage. Tomato sauce. Mozzarella

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Talea Italian Restaurant.

4.5

(47)

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

47 Reviews

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Mark Gold
Washington DC24 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were hankering for good Italian food and were going to be in Chevy Chase, so we looked for a nearby restaurant with very good reviews. We found Talea and were not disappointed. We dined early because we went from an appointment that finished early. We had our pick of tables and selected one just inside the giant rolling doors that make the inside seem almost like outside. A thunderstorm had passed within a half hour of our arrival and the staff had set up fans to reduce the humidity. These were a little noisy but we were glad of their effect. We began with a shared burrata/tomato/pesto salad which was truly delicious. The house-made pesto was superb; the burrata delightful, and the dressing perfect. Soon after the salad arrived, we were served a basket of focaccia morsels with a wonderful little cup of oil, vinegar, and more pesto! My wife ordered the "daily pasta" (pasta del giorno), an immense serving of perfectly cooked (and maybe house-made?) fettuccine with a good Bolognese which was only $12! I had the Pasta Al Pesto E Pollo (rigatoni, chicken, pesto, and pine nuts). At first taste, I thought I might add pepper flakes or more cheese. My second bite told me nothing more was needed and the dish was exactly as it should be. We also shared a bottle from the Sunday-through-Tuesday half-price wine list (a very drinkable Montepulciano d'Abruzzo for $32) and a side of broccolini. The broccolini was the most flavorful we've ever had and cooked à point. Even though we could have stopped when there was still enough on each of our plates to take home without embarrassment, we finished every bite and every drop. Sadly, we left no room for anything from the dessert menu. We will go back soon and this time save capacity for dessert!
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Kathy Gold
Baltimore38 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 25, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Service here is very warm and attentive! Food was good, ambiance a little lacking.
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Ronshad
Washington DC3 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was good and the service was prompt. Only critique is that they have my table three pieces of bread. It was weird, but maybe because it was just a party of two. Overall good experience I’ll eat there again. Don’t be stingy with the bread. 😂
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Eugene Gold
Jacksonville37 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really good Italian menu at reasonable prices. Top notch service. Can't go wrong here!
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ellen Gold
Washington DC220 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My second time at Talea and I'm already looking forward to my third. The decor is warm and beautiful with something for every palate on the menu.
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Susan
New York City10 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Food was very good but service subpar. Took drink and app orders at same time. App arrived first. Had to flag our server down to give dinner order. At a later point she offered cheese for the pasta but never came back with it. Inside is very noisy—concrete floors, no rugs, but outside is nice.
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Sandra
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went to Talea for the first time with a group of seven for our son's graduation lunch. We picked it because we could walk from the graduation, and they had a table that could accomodate us. Although we didn't know what to expect. everything was fantastic from start to finish. The server, hostess, manager and support staff were all so friendly and helpful without being intrusive. We took a while to get settled and order and stayed quite late. They were always patient and made sure we were comfortable and having a great time, and our server really went above and beyond to take care of our table. The food was absolutely delicious. My sister is vegan, and my mother has a lot of dietary restrictions, and both of them were able to find great options on the menu. I had caesars salad and funghi ravioli, and both were delectable. Everyone else loved their food as well. The drink and dessert selections had something for everyone, including some unique options that we all enjoyed. Inside the restaurant is spacious and modern. They also have a large private party room (one of our son's classmates had their lunch in it) and outside seating as well. If you are looking for a restaurant in or near Cathedral Heights that is upscale and delicious yet relaxing and reasonably priced, I highly recommend Talea.
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James Gold
Greater Boston27 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely dinner on the patio with fine drinks and tasty entrées.
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Gary Gold
Washington DC9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very fresh and flavorful food, great service. A bit loud for conversation.
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Richard
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Talea. It’s become our go-to when we visit the National Cathedral. The food is always delicious and the deserts are very good. Highly recommended.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 506-3030
Website
https://taleadc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Visit our website for catering options and menus.<br /><br />https://taleadc.com/washington-cleveland-park-talea-catering#
Private party facilities
Our venue contains a beautiful private room to host all celebrations. Visit our events link below. https://taleadc.com/washington-cleveland-park-talea-party#

Location
3228 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016
Neighborhood
Cleveland Park
Cross street
Washington National Cathedral or National Cathedral
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Cleveland Park Metro, Tenleytown Metro
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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This restaurant is permanently closed.

Talea Italian Restaurant

About this restaurant

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Offers

Celebrate with us!

Happy Hour

Menu

Cocktails

Aperol Spritz$9.00

Talea Spritzer$9.00

Negroni$9.00

Paloma$9.00

Vino

Alverdi, Pinot Grigio$7.00

Tomaiolo, Chianti Riserva$7.00

Birra

Draft Beer$6.00

Rail Mixers

Rail Mixers$7.00

Happy Hour Bites

Bruschetta$9.00

Arancini$9.00

Focaccia$6.00

Calamari$14.00

Margherita Pizza$13.00

Salsiccia Pizza$14.00

Reviews

Additional information

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