i Ricchi
Dupont Circle, Washington DC
Restaurant in Washington DC, United States
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
i Ricchi is worth considering when Dupont Circle location and a settled dinner room matter more than awards, chef detail, or a published price signal. It is a practical neighborhood-anchor choice for dinner plans near 19th Street NW, but diners who want a clearer cuisine or price comparison should cross-shop Balos Estiatorio, Chang Chang, or Boogy & Peel.
About i Ricchi
i Ricchi is a Washington, D.C. evening option: it is closed Monday and open Tuesday through Sunday from 5–9 PM. Treat it as a practical choice when those hours and a smart casual dress code fit the plan.
A Washington, D.C. choice for diners who value clear basics
The grounded case here is direct: i Ricchi is in Washington, D.C. open Tuesday through Sunday from 5–9 PM, is closed Monday, and lists a smart casual dress code. Those details make it easier to place in an evening plan than in a lunch or late-night itinerary.
Approach it as a confidence-through-basics choice, not a research-heavy destination choice. The safer expectation is a planned evening visit where the schedule and dress code are the clearest planning signals.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose i Ricchi if a Washington, D.C. evening visit from Tuesday through Sunday, 5–9 PM, and a smart casual dress code work for your plans. If you are still comparing options, Balos Estiatorio and Chang Chang are other restaurants to review, while Boogy & Peel, Casamara, and The Well Dressed Burrito may also be useful cross-shops depending on the occasion.
The main planning note is the limited evening window. With service listed from 5–9 PM Tuesday through Sunday, check current hours before building a tight itinerary around it. For broader planning across the city, use our full Washington, D.C. restaurants guide rather than forcing this booking to carry every occasion.
Planning details
- Location
- 1220 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- iricchidc.com
- Phone
- +12028350459
The take
The Take
The Vibe
i Ricchi presents itself as a steady, well-appointed Tuscan trattoria in Dupont Circle. The room leans into warm tones and traditional tablecloth service, and the unhurried pace of staff reinforces a deliberate, reserved atmosphere. Rather than chasing trends, the restaurant favors consistency and an old-school register—comfortably rooted in a classic Italian dining language. The result is an intimate, sophisticated room where the décor and tempo underscore a commitment to regional cooking and thoughtful wine curation rather than contemporary casual formats.
Best For
This is a place to reserve for thoughtful dinners where wine matters as much as the food. The combination of formal table service, a focus on Tuscan regional cooking, and a serious Italian-focused wine list makes i Ricchi well suited to evening meals that benefit from a quieter, unhurried setting. It performs well for couples seeking a composed night out and for diners who want a dining room that privileges depth of program and steady execution over novelty.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the restaurant’s Tuscan focus: the house signatures—Polpette, Salsiccie and Fettunta—are representative starting points. Given the depth of the wine list, ask the staff or sommelier for Tuscan pairings; the menu’s references to Morellino di Scansano, Vernaccia di San Gimignano and Brunello di Montalcino suggest fruitful pairing directions. Expect a measured service tempo that rewards lingering over courses and wine selections rather than a quick, high-turn meal.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and inviting with wood-burning hearth glow, attentive service, and rustic Tuscan charm evoking an Italian countryside trattoria.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Wine Program
- Curated
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Polpette
- Salsiccie
- Fettunta
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1220 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Balos Estiatorio, Greek, $$$
- Boogy & Peel, Pizzeria/Café, Pizzeria/Café
- Casamara, Notable alternative
- The Well Dressed Burrito, Notable alternative
- Chang Chang, Chinese, Chinese (Sichuan), $$$
Restaurant context
How i Ricchi compares in Washington, D.C.
Pick i Ricchi when Dupont Circle convenience is the main filter and the group wants a calmer dinner plan without chasing a high-profile booking. Balos Estiatorio is the clearer splurge signal among the listed peers because its Greek, $$$ positioning gives diners more price and cuisine certainty before committing.
For a more casual evening, Boogy & Peel is the easier cross-shop if pizza, café energy, and lower formality suit the plan. Chang Chang is the stronger choice when the group wants Chinese or Sichuan cooking and is comfortable with a $$$ peer instead of a neighborhood-restaurant feel.
Casamara and The Well Dressed Burrito are worth checking when availability or mood pushes the night away from Dupont. The practical read: i Ricchi is the location-led option, Balos and Chang Chang give clearer cuisine-and-price framing, and Boogy & Peel is the casual fallback.
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Compare i Ricchi
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| i Ricchi | Washington, D.C. | , | , | No published awards |
| Balos Estiatorio | Washington, D.C. | Greek | $$$ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Boogy & Peel | Washington, D.C. | Pizzeria/Café | , | 2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America |
| Casamara | Washington, D.C. | , | , | No published awards |
| The Well Dressed Burrito | Washington, D.C. | , | , | No published awards |
| Chang Chang | Washington, D.C. | Chinese, Chinese (Sichuan) | $$$ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate2023 Esquire Best New Restaurants · #50 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is i Ricchi good for solo dining?
It may be worth considering if the Tuesday-to-Sunday, 5–9 PM schedule works for you and you are looking for a smart casual setting in Washington, D.C. For a different kind of plan, Boogy & Peel is another option to compare.
Is lunch or dinner better at i Ricchi?
i Ricchi’s listed service window is Tuesday through Sunday from 5–9 PM, with i Ricchi closed Monday, so plan it for dinner rather than lunch. For other timing needs, compare options such as The Well Dressed Burrito and check official channels for current details.
How far ahead should I book i Ricchi?
Because the service window is limited to 5–9 PM Tuesday through Sunday, check directly with the restaurant if timing matters for your group.
What are alternatives to compare with i Ricchi?
Use Balos Estiatorio, Chang Chang, Casamara, Boogy & Peel, or The Well Dressed Burrito as cross-shops when comparing plans, and review other Washington, D.C. dining options generically as needed. i Ricchi makes the most sense when you want a smart casual option with a Tuesday-Sunday evening schedule.
Is i Ricchi good for a special occasion?
It may work for a planned evening visit if the 5–9 PM Tuesday-Sunday hours and smart casual dress code fit the occasion. Confirm directly before making firm plans.
What should a first-timer know about i Ricchi?
Know the basics first: i Ricchi is in Washington, D.C. open Tuesday through Sunday from 5–9 PM, closed Monday, and lists a smart casual dress code. Treat it as a planned evening option rather than a lunch or late-night stop.
