Washington Restaurant Guide

Teatro is the Italian word for theatre and Goldoni is the famous 18th century Venetian playwright and passionate gastronome. The interior offers several dramatic focal elements: a glowing glass wall of original Venetian masks, harlequin panels of colored glass, an oversized photo-mural lit from behind depicting a Venetian scene, and a display kitchen set on a stage in the center of the restaurant. A private dining room looks over the kitchen. A butcher-block chef's table set within the kitchen itself offers one of the most unusual dining experiences in the Washington area. If youwant, you can work alongside the chefs to create the perfect meal for you and your guests. Not to be outdone by the design, the cuisine is an art form in itself. ChefFargione likes to combine traditional and modern Venetian cuisine, blendingsimplicity with his own creativity. Among the many showstoppers on the menu islobster risotto with roasted tomato, truffle oil and sweet basil. For dessert, dip into a bowl of mango sorbet topped with berries or sample the ever popular tiramisu. Teatro's wine list consists of more than 200 kinds of Italian and American wines, with a focus on California vintages. On Friday evenings, Teatro Goldoni features live music. Business firms looking for a great place to hold a private luncheon or banquet will find Teatro Goldoni's private rooms just the ticket.