Cafe Dodici
122 S Lowa Ave, Washington, IA, 52353
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Address :
122 S Lowa Ave
Washington, IA, 52353 - Phone (319) 653-4012
- Website https://www.CafeDodici.com
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Opening Hours
- Tue
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Brunch, Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Dressy
Ambience : Intimate
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
Categories
Italian Cuisine
The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.
Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
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Matt U.
We finally made it down for a dinner with friends and per usual, we were thoroughly impressed with the ambiance, service and food. We came with a few friends from IC who had been meaning to try the place and they were as excited as we were by the experience. The appetizer we shared was a goat cheese torta. A lovely mix of goat cheese and sun dried tomatoes with Crostini - it was delicous. A bowl of swiss onion ale soup and a bowl of carrot ginger soup were shared amongst the table and both are worth trying. The swiss onion ale soup was effectively french onion, but with a little gusto. The carrot ginger was spectacular and marked the first time I enjoyed such a dish! For dinner we enjoyed the spinach ravioli with Rossini sauce (meated red and white sauce) and the Chicken Roulades. The ravioli was delicious with a good amount of cheese. The Chicken Roulades may have been one of the best things I've ever tasted. For the lay person (me prior to reading the menu), this is similar to Chicken Courdon Bleu, but multipled by Awesome. If an unpretentious French chicken and an Italian chicken gave birth to a meal, this would be it. Incredibly flavorful and with a very nice gold crust on the outside. Pair all this with a nice bottle of wine served in a super fun decanter and you got yourself an evening! The decor, as previously described, is largely that of Italy, but with a lot of far east flare. The owners dine here often and walk around chatting most weekends. They've really put a lot of though into the place, both with decor and food. The atmosphere is a nice mix of classy casual. People in jeans and tee shirts to those in a formal ware dine here and there's no feeling that one is preferred over the other - everyone just feels at home and enjoys the place! Cafe Dodici is one of a few restaurants in the area that, if given the chance, will blow you away. The experience created by the combination of decor, lighting, service and food is rivaled only by a few restaurants in the greater IC area. Dining here provides a memorable experience will make you simultaneously forget and remember that you're in a small town in Iowa. A great place that anyone looking for a memorable night out or Sunday brunch should try.
(5)Kristin L.
Such a great dining experience. Went on Halloween with my friends and the wait staff was dressed up. Very accommodating waitress, the service was amazing. Ordered: Chianti - delicious and served from an aerating dispenser. They recork the bottle if you need also Eggplant Parmesan - mind blowing with the gnocchi, fried crisp. Calorie-wise it'd be better grilled and cheeseless but tastewise it was worth the calories. Birthday dessert - Flourless chocolate torte if you go with friends or are yourself gluten intolerant is a great option. Not overly sweet with homemade whip ontop. They also gave me a chocolate covered hazelnut wrapped in a box. And the owners seemed like they'd jump through hoops for you. Fantastic restaurant and worth the drive from IC.
(5)Cary B.
Summer dinner on a Wednesday night. Super efficient server and hostess seemed to handle the evening's clientele with skill and charm. There is an outside dining area overlooking the lovely town square and fountain. Wednesday is "Pasta Night" and in addition to the menu, four pasta specials are offered. We tried two different pastas: Carbonara with an egg, cream and butter sauce and lots of crisp bacon; and a chicken filled ravioli with a spicy tomato based sauce. Both were hot, delicious and served promptly. Also enjoyed a well mixed Caesar Salad and for dessert a luscious Pannacotta with raspberry coulis. Excellent meal and we are eager to make another trip to Washington Iowa to enjoy such a quality restaurant.
(5)Larry H.
Heard that this is the place to go for good Italian food in the cultured town of IC. Went there with the wife as the spring was thawing its grip on the long snowed in winter. We showed up to try the sunday brunch and was so dissapointed at the service and the quality of food. Maybe because we were not ordering the right food, but we noticed that the manager went to greet everybody except for our table. Having dined at multiple Michelin rated restaurants from coast to coast, I don't think that my partner and I are poor diners. Either way, my guest and I had better breakfast at the Amanas. It's not as long of a drive and they have friendlier service. Also, another perk is that there are things to do in the Amanas, where as there is nothing to do in Washington, IA!
(2)Gloria C.
This little restaurant is a diamond in the rough. It has a nice relaxing atmosphere where the guests are welcome to savor both the food and the beautiful decor. The attention to detail is evident in every dish. This is NOT the type of place where the server is eager to get you out of the door, but rather, the waitstaff are a part of the experience. They are courteous and knowledgeable and take their profession seriously. During our visit, we had the opportunity to meet the owners, who came out to every table to visit with their guests. Lastly, yet most importantly, I would like to touch on the food. Our party ordered the mussels on tagliatelle and the spaghetti with meatballs. Each dinner comes with a fresh mixed greens salad, and a dessert. Both the menu selection was wonderful, and the cuisine was so good that I could not believe I was eating in Washington, IA and not in an Italian restaurant in New York or Chicago!! I will definitely go again.
(4)Hollan B.
We come to Washington a couple times a year usually...visiting friends and my Husband preaches at Marion Avenue Baptist Church. We love to stay at the Dodici Suite while in town and frequent the coffee shop but had not made it to the restaurant until this last visit. Delicious!...And not just because it's in a town with nothing but fast food, pizza and misc Chinese and Mexican restaurants...but because it really is good! We made it in for Sunday brunch. There were 6 adults and 4 kids...probably not a table of patrons that would make you jump for joy but our kids were well behaved and they bent over backwards to accommodate us (even made some apple sauce on a whim for one of the babies because his mom forgot his food at home). The service was great! Lorraine, the owner, was making rounds, checking on tables, as friendly as can be (even noticed me holding my friends baby while she ate her salad and came and carried him around for a few mins when my food came...so sweet). The restaurant had great atmosphere and was clean. Good menu selection for brunch. I ordered the eggs alla Loraine...eggs Benedict with mozzarella and prosciutto and it came with roasted potatoes. It was delicious. Only complaint was that my poached eggs were overdone (but that may have been from confusion...when ordering eggs for my 2yr old the waitress might have gotten requested cooking mixed up). They didn't skimp on the hollandaise (pet peeve) and it was yummy. My husband got the tortellini...he said it was cooked well and good quality but a smidge bland. The Crossaint French toast was yummy...light and not too rich and sweet. Ordered the chocolate almond torte for dessert with a mocha latte. DELICIOUS! The whipped cream tasted like it might have had some mascarpone whipped in maybe?..something was a little different/special about it. I feel like the serving size was a little too small though compared to the serving size of the other desserts I've seen and had from there. (My friend got the tiramisu and loved it. I've had their creme brûlée to-go before...flavor is good but not custardy/creamy enough for me? A little closer to flan-like consistency) Latte was yummers. A wonderful gem for Washington locals and visitors. Sure wish the small town I live in had something of this caliber.
(4)He And She I.
Wonderful little treasure in southern Iowa. Atmosphere intimate and upscale. Menu varied yet accessible. Soups incredible. Pasta del mare was delicious, although the calamari was a little tough. We need to come back again when we have more time, and can try the desserts. Worth the side trip if you are on the road.
(4)Jamie B.
I moved to small town Iowa from Las Vegas a couple years ago and was afraid I would have to drive all the way to Iowa City for a nice dinner out. Thankfully, Cafe Dodici is close and one of the best restaurants you will find. Simply walking in the door is an experience. The decor is worldly and beautiful combined with interesting but enjoyable music that plays in the background .From my understanding this is a family restaurant. You are greeted by a lovely hostess who is always smiling and friendly. The servers are also excellent. Now on to the food, I almost always get the caprese. I am not sure how or where they get their ingredients (my guess would be heaven). It is remarkable. I try to not order the filet every time but they always have such awesome preparations (bacon, cheeses, spices, strawberries) basically whatever you want! It is always cooked perfectly. Additionally, I would recommend the chicken roulades. I usually shy away from ordering chicken from restaurants but this is the exception. If you are ever in this establishment. Do yourself a favor and get this dish! The gnocchi is always impeccable. Basically, you could close your eyes and point at the menu and you'll end up with something delicious. I am not going to go in to detail about their special concoctions or I'll be here all night ...just make sure you check those out too! They are usually pretty good at telling you about the specials but sometimes there is a new employee and they forget (just ask). The owner of this place is also extremely friendly. Every time I have seen her she is making someone feel welcome and making sure everything was perfectly executed. She makes you want to come back. This really is a gem in a small town.
(5)Jim S.
Had a Caesar salad, asparagus and chicken soup with Swiss and ham grilled sandwich. Very good and great service. Owner stopped to talk with me too. Nice atmosphere.
(5)Joe W.
The food here is terrific; the service even better. The drawbacks for me are the heavy-handed prices and the wait. We have never had to wait for a table, yet the order will take upwards of 45 minutes to be brought out. There is a friendly feel here, too. The owner (?) will come and sit with you for a chat--very sincere. This restaurant is a nice place to go if you want a diversion from typical small-town Iowa.
(4)Mark G.
A true gem in southern Iowa. They are a big city restaurant in a very small town. The Spinach ravioli were amazing, also tried the bruschetta and filet that also were awesome. . I really like everything about this place, the service, atmosphere, menu, food. This is one of the best places in Iowa, please drive and try for some real Italian.
(4)Katherine P.
Salmon was good. Gnocchi was awesome. Chocolate almond torte is spectacular. Pastas are fresh.....great polenta lasagna.
(5)Ajay E.
We had an incredible dining experience. The food was delicious, ambience was romantic, but not stuffy, the service was wonderful. We will definitely return again and again.
(5)Bob W.
Don't miss it! This is the golden treasure of Washington. Lots of great atmosphere and the food has always been wonderful. Wander around the square. Sit by the fountain. Then, sit down for a great meal at Cafe Dodici. The Chocolate Kahlua Cake is...well, just don't miss it!
(5)Robert C.
Without question, one of the best Italian restaurants I've ever eaten. My wife and thought so much of this restaurant that we hosted our wedding reception at there. The owner and wait staff are absolutely wonderful. The meal was near perfection! As a resident of the Washington DC area we have lots of opportunities for great restaurants, but this restaurant in Washington, Iowa stands its own. We will be return again and I would strongly suggest that if you are in the area to make this a meal destination!
(5)Kurt F.
Another in the growing number of good restaurants in the small towns surrounding the CR-IC Corridor. Go for the Italianate decor, stay for the pasta, then stay for the night! (they have a nice upstairs to stay for the night if you want)
(5)Andrew S.
Had heard about this little restaurant for a couple of years, and had seen the numerous awards they had won in the local press. Well worth the trip. I had high expectations based on the word of mouth, and they were exceeded. We started with the calamari, which was delicious, but the marinara it was served with was incredible. So simple, yet so good. I had my mind set on one of the pastas(they're known for their pasta), but was persuaded by one of the specials to change my mind. It was a roast half of duck with a bourbon cherry glaze. MMMhmmmm. I chose the gnocchi as my side and wow! These were little pillows of perfection! The texture and flavor were incredible. I kept putting them in my mouth one by one, puzzled at how they made these so delectable. My girlfriend had gotten the shrimp asiago pasta(the one I had my mind on, so I still got to try it). My girlfriend remarked, "I could just drink this sauce!" For dessert, we shared the tiramisu. Ok, now I am not an expert, but that was the best tiramisu we had ever had. I have had a few in my time, and even made a few. The texture was so velvety. It was a perfect ending to the meal. Highly recommend this place. Worth the drive from I.C.
(5)Bern S.
A pleasantly surprising culinary oasis, c.f. the Lincoln Cafe in Mt. Vernon. Warm, eclectic decor & personable, knowledgable staff. The chicken roulades, billed as "one of the 100 things you should eat before you die", had a delicious crust but a somewhat bland Gouda & spinach stuffing, & the accompanying risotto was perhaps over-stirred - mushier than typical arborio rice. The lasagna special was made with very tender ground ribeye, but because it didn't have pork or veal &/or because the restaurant makes a point of not using much salt, onion or garlic, it didn't have quite the tangy "umami" flavor I associate with great lasagna. Tiramisu was terrific, though, & there was a good selection of wines by the glass. The several young children/babies there during our dinner were generally well-behaved, but still disrupted adult conversation a couple of times. Overall, a very good dining experience.
(4)Michiko M.
I wish this was closer than it is to my Coralville home. Although if it were, it probably wouldn't be good for either my waistline or my wallet. My husband and I were talking about going back on another birthday on the way home from this place. The food is an excellent value: good quality food at a reasonable price. That's especially if you go for "Cena Presto," between 5-6pm Wed-Sat. There was a special on that day, too. The atmosphere is fabulous, the service is good. Also, let your server know if it is a special occasion: there will be a little extra for you.
(5)Jay S.
GREAT food, AMAZING staff. . .never a disappointment EVER!!!
(5)Giselle C.
by far THE BEST food & cocktails i've had in/around these towns/cities of IA (i hope i've not seen it all yet!) . Super cozy, inviting atmosphere. Professional, friendly & prompt customer service. The food has been fresh & tasty every time i eat here!
(5)Debbie F.
When in Iowa, DO NOT miss this amazing place. Though it is 1 ¼ hours away from home, we NEVER hesitate to make the drive. Cafe Dodici stimulates so many of the senses. The food is incredibly delicious, beautifully presented, and is of the highest quality. The atmosphere envelopes you with it's old world charm, eclectic genres of art, and an understated elegance. The staff is knowledgeable, attentive, but not overbearing. My partner and I had one of our first dates at the Cafe and it continues to be one of our favorite spots to enjoy a true dining experience. In this fast food world, it is a lovely respite to enjoy the luxury of attentive, professional servers and exceptional food. An added bonus is the spacious and comfortable Dodici Suite. On very special occassions, we reserve the suite and extend our stay for a night or two. What a treat to step out the door of the suite to grab a cup of coffee and scone from the Dodici Shop the next morning. Why debate who has to be the designated driver if you can just walk up one flight of stairs to such beautiful accommodations??? As a seasoned business traveler and fan of fine dining, Cafe Dodici is one of my very favorites! P.S. May I also suggest the Limoncello Martini? It is marvellous!!!!
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