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La Tomate
1701 Connecticut Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20009
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Lunch / Pranzo
Dinner / Cena
Dessert & Digestivi
Seven Course Brunch
Brunch
Aperitivo
Digestivi/Cincin
New Year Eve 2024
Valentine's Day 2025
Lunch / Pranzo
Antipasti
Zuppa del Giorno
$13.00
Soup of day
Insalata Mista
$13.00
Mixed greens, radicchio, radishes, herbs, & cherry tomatoes, honey/balsamic vinaigrette
La Tomate Caesar
$13.00
Our much-loved version of this classic salad, creamy dressing, anchovy paste, garlic, Parmesan
Carpaccio di Salmone
$16.00
House smoked salmon, grapefruit brulee', paddlefish caviar, micro celery, pickled shallots, honey mustard
Mozzarella di Bufula con Verdure
$16.00
Buffalo mozzarella served over grilled mixed, sliced vegetables, sautéed w/ onions
Primi e Secondi
Pesto Genovese or Salsa Pomodoro
$20.00
Genovese style pesto, pinenuts, shaved ricotta, OR classic marinara sauce, -Choose one: home-made caserecce OR egg fettuccine OR linguine OR rigatoni
Ragu' Calabrese or Bolognese
$24.00
Calabrian style spicy ground pork OR beef bolognese style ragout - Choose one: home made caserecce OR egg fettuccine OR linguini OR rigatoni
Ravioli
$25.00
Home-made ravioli, stuffed w/ swiss chard, ricotta & Parmesan, sage, brown butter
Pesce alla Griglia
$26.00
Your choice of grilled: salmon or shrimp, branzino ($29) green vegetables, black garlic mayonnaise
Pollo alla Milanese
$25.00
Breaded chicken breast, four cheese spread, Mediterranean salad, Parmesan, balsamic reduction
Insalata Nizzarda
$28.00
Salad w/ mixed greens, roasted bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, green beans, cucumbers, boiled quail eggs & seared tuna
Panino con Porchetta
$22.00
Sliced roasted suckling pig, Nduja pesto spread & melted cheese, side of mixed greens, honey mustard dressing
Piadina di Emilia Romagna
Piadina Aperta con Pollo Grigliato
$24.00
Piadina flat bread w/ grilled chicken & zucchini, with OR without pesto spread
Piadina Aperta con Salmone Affumicato
$26.00
Piadina flat bread w/ smoked salmon & grilled sliced zucchini, ricotta cheese w/ chives
Piadina Aperta con Prosciutto di Parma
$22.00
Piadina flat bread w/ prosciutto, arugula, cherry tomatoes & Parmesan
Contorni
$8
Pan-Seared Heirloom Carrots, Black Garlic Mayo
Sautéed Spinach w/ Garlic
Broccoli, Olive Oil, 'Peperoncino'
Fingerling Potatoes w/ Bell Peppers Coulis
Antipasti
Choice of:
Zuppa del Giorno
Soup of the day
Insalata Mista
Mixed greens, radicchio, radishes, herbs, & cherry tomatoes, honey/balsamic vinaigrette
La Tomate Caesar
Our much-loved version of this classic salad, creamy dressing, anchovy paste, garlic, Parmesan
Primi e Secondi
Choice of:
Pesto Genovese or Salsa Pomodoro
Genovese style pesto, pinenuts, shaved ricotta, OR classic marinara sauce, -Choose one: home-made caserecce OR egg fettuccine OR linguine OR rigatoni
Ragu' Calabrese or Bolognese
Calabrian style spicy ground pork OR beef bolognese style ragout - Choose one: home made caserecce OR egg fettuccine OR linguini OR rigatoni
Pesce alla Griglia
Your choice of grilled fish: salmon, shrimp, green vegetables, black garlic mayonnaise
Pollo alla Milanese
Breaded chicken breast, four cheese spread, rich Mediterranean salad, Parmigiano, balsamic reduction
Piadina Aperta con Prosciutto di Parma
Piadina flat bread w/ prosciutto, arugula, cherry tomatoes & Parmesan
Antipasti
Carpaccio di Salmone
$16.00
House smoked salmon, grapefruit brulee', paddlefish caviar, micro celery, pickled shallots, honey mustard
Insalata di Polpo
$18.00
Slow cooked octopus grilled & served over fava puree, balsamic drizzle
Capesante in Padella
$19.00
Pan seared sea scallop w/ cauliflower cream & truffle oil drizzle, dehydrated prosciutto
Calamaro in Umido
$16.00
Sautéed calamari, tomatoes & Nduja pesto w/ almonds, capers, raisins, black olives, scallions & fresh herbs
Arancini
$14.00
Saffron flavored risotto rice balls, citrus, stuffed w/ smoked cheese served w/ bell pepper & parsley coulis
Carpaccio di Barbabietola
$16.00
Gold & red beets thinly sliced, fresh herbs, honey mustard, pistachio, honey, four cheese mousse, basil tuile, home-made strawberry preserve
I Freschi
$16.00
Choice: mozzarella OR bufala OR, burrata over arugula, cherry tomatoes, tossed in w/ pesto
Crudo di Carne
$22.00
Angus beef fillet tartar, quail egg, capers, sun-dried tomatoes, shallots, anchovy & garlic paste, lemon, caviar: mix your own
Insalate e Zuppe
Zuppa del Giorno
$13.00
Soup of day
La Tomate Caesar
$13.00
Our much-loved version of this classic salad, creamy dressing, anchovy paste, garlic, Parmesan
Insalata Mista
$13.00
Mixed greens, radicchio, radishes, herbs, & cherry tomatoes, honey/balsamic vinaigrette
Prosciutto Bar
Speck con Confettura di Fichi
$18.00
Smoked prosciutto w/ home-made fig jam, garnished w/ arugula & ricotta/pesto
Affettati
Hand Sliced imported cured meats on a traditional charcuterie board: served w/ Piadina Romagnola: flat bread, & olives — Choice of: Prosciutto: Parma 18 months - San Daniele, 24 months -Mortadella - Finocchiona Salame - Spicy Coppa - Speck - Smoked Pancetta, - home-made Porchetta
- Choice of 3 for $25.00
- Choice of 5 for $40.00
Formaggi
Selection of special cheese imported from Italy served w/ Piadina, home-made preserves & fruits. — Quadrello di bufala - Parmigiano - La Tur - Smoked Fiaschetti Provolone- Ubriaco - Gorgonzola - Pecorino Toscano - Sottocenere
- Choice of 3 for $18.00
- Choice of 5 for $30.00
Primi
Cacio e Pepe
$26.00
Home-made linguini, pecorino Romano cheese, toasted black pepper, poached free- range organic brown egg, pickled truffles
Ravioli
$28.00
Home-made ravioli, stuffed w/ Swiss chard, ricotta & parmesan, sage, brown butter sauce
Cavatelli, Ricotta, Salsiccia e Broccoli
$28.00
Home-made cavatelli w/ fresh ricotta, sausage, broccoli, garlic, Calabrian chili, smoked cured ricotta
Risotto con Fave e Capesante allo Zafferano
$35.00
Saffron flavored risotto w/ sautéed leeks, fava bean, & sliced sea scallops
Ragu' Calabrese or Bolognese
$27.00
Calabrian style spicy ground pork OR beef bolognese style ragout - Choose one: home made caserecce OR egg fettuccine OR linguini OR rigatoni
Pasta al Nero
$29.00
Squid ink-infused home-made linguine, shrimp, tomato sauce, orange zest, saffron, white wine, green onions
Spaghetti di Gragnano
$36.00
Gragnano spaghetti monk fish, clams, topped w/ shrimp, cherry tomatoes, brandy, lemon zest & thyme
Secondi
Funghi e Verdure
$28.00
Stewed trio of mushrooms: oyster, shiitake, regular, w/ onions, carrots, tomatoes, topped w/ sautéed spinach
vegan
Pollo alla Cacciatora
$30.00
Frenched chicken breast, cacciatora style, onions, tomatoes, oyster mushrooms, herbs, served over truffle flavored potatoe vellute
Agnello Scottadito
$37.00
Lamps chops, served w/ sliced mixed grilled vegetables sautéed w/ onions, fingerling potatoes, red pepper coulis, oregano & black garlic mayo
Filetto Steccato
$38.00
Pan-seared beef tenderloin wrapped w/ pancetta & sage, potatoe confit, heirloom carrots, brown sauce & red wine reduction
Salmone in Padella Agli Agrumi
$32.00
Pan seared salmon w/ honey, thyme, orange, served w/ fava, leeks, onions & potato puree
Filetto di Branzino con Carciofi
$37.00
Branzino fillet sautéed w/ artichokes, shallots, parsley & white wine, lobster stock served over mashed red lentils & vegetables
Branzino or Orata Grigliata
Whole Branzino or Orata grilled served w/ side of asparagus & potatoes, salmorighlio sauce. Both may not be available at the same time.. Price by weight. Allow at least 20 minutes for preparation
- Market Price
Dessert
Made Here
Mousse di Cioccolato
$12.00
Chocolate mousse, flavored w/ cinnamon & cayenne pepper, served w/ raspberry coulis
Panna Cotta
$12.00
Citrus vanilla, Greek yogurt & cream, strawberry coulis w/ vanilla & basil aroma
Tiramisu'
$12.00
Classic Italian dessert, ladyfinger, espresso, cream & cocoa powder
Torta al Formaggio
$14.00
Gluten-free Ricotta cheesecake, sambuca, raspberry sorbet
Crostata di Mele
$15.00
Apple & cinnamon, shortbread pastry, hazelnut gelato, dark chocolate, Italian meringue
Salame di Cioccolato
$15.00
Chocolate salame w/ cookie crumbs, pistachio, hazelnut, served w/ a side of gelato macchiato
Main
Tagliere
Cherry tomato caprese, w/ buffalo mozzarella, pesto spread, Parma prosciutto, olives, pickled veggies, eggplant crostino
Carpaccio di Salmone
House smoked salmon, micro salad, pickled shallots, fried capers, chopped boiled egg yolk, gorgonzola mousse
Frittata
Frittata of mixed mushroom, potato, yellow onion, Parmesan cheese, mixed greens & fresh ricotta
Rigatoni al Forno
Baked rigatoni w/ smoked mozzarella & Calabrian style spicy ground pork ragout
Bistecca e Uova
Scalloped filet mignon, fried quail eggs, Calabrian pesto
Milanese
Breaded chicken, red pepper coulis
1st Course
Tagliere
Cherry tomato caprese, w/ buffalo mozzarella, pesto spread, Parma prosciutto, olives, cornichons, eggplant crostini
2nd Course
Carpaccio di Salmone
House smoked salmon, micro salad, pickled shallots, fried capers, chopped boiled egg yolk, gorgonzola mousse
3rd Course
Frittata
Frittata of mixed mushroom, potato, yellow onion, Parmesan cheese, mixed greens & fresh ricotta
4th Course
Rigatoni al Forno
Baked rigatoni w/ smoked mozzarella & Calabrian style spicy ground pork ragout
Antipasti a la Carte
Zuppa del Giorno
$13.00
Soup of day
La Tomate Caesar
$13.00
Our much-loved version of this classic salad, creamy dressing, anchovy paste, garlic, parmesan
Insalata Mista
$13.00
Mixed greens, frisee salad, radicchio, fresh herbs, cherry tomatoes, radish, pomegrante seeds, honey balsamic dressing
Carpaccio di Salmone
$16.00
House smoked salmon, grapefruit brulee', paddlefish caviar, micro celery, pickled shallots, honey mustard
I Freschi
$20.00
Choice: mozzarella OR bufala OR burrata, w/ Prosciutto San Danielle served over arugula, cherry tomatoes, pesto Genovese
Primi / Secondi
Cacio e Pepe
$27.00
Home-made linguini, pecorino Romano cheese, toasted black pepper, poached free- range organic brown egg, pickled truffles
Ragu' Calabrese or Bolognese
$27.00
Calabrian style spicy ground pork OR beef bolognese style ragout - Choose one: home made caserecce OR egg fettuccine OR linguini OR rigatoni
Ravioli
$28.00
Home-made ravioli, stuffed w/ Swiss chard, ricotta & parmesan, sage, brown butter sauce
Mezzi Rigatoni Salmone e Zucchini
$28.00
Mezzi rigatoni pasta Salmone, zucchini, anchovy paste, shallots, fresh ricotta, herbs, lemon zest
Salmone all'Arancia
$32.00
Pan seared salmon w/ honey, thyme, orange, served w/ fava puree, glazed onions, capers, cherry tmatoes
Pollo alla Milanese
$28.00
Breaded chicken breast, four cheese spread, rich Mediterranean salad, Parmigiano, balsamic reduction
Brunch
Buondi
$19.00
A platter of: Croissant, Greek yogurt w/ thyme honey, mixed berries, walnuts/raisins, home-made pergamont marmalade, fresh orange juice
Erbazzone Emiliana
$22.00
Baked pie w/ Swiss chard, smoked pancetta, onions, Parmesan cheese topped w/ fried quail egg & side of mixed greens
Benedetto
$24.00
Eggs Benedict, brioche bread, Prosciutto San Daniele, creamy spinach & bell peppers, hollandaise sauce
Pane & Avocado
$23.00
Mashed avocado w/ red onions, cherry tomatoes, on grilled brioche bread, Calabrese pesto spread w/ Nduja, scrambled eggs w/ chives
Frittata con Funghi e Patate
$26.00
Frittata of mushrooms, potatoes, onion, Parmigiano, topped w/ mixed greens salad & fresh ricotta
Main
Pane, Olio e Olive
$8.00
Our home made bread, olive oil & mixed olives
Arancino
$8.00
Aquarello rice ball w/ saffron, lemon zest, rosemary & smoked Provolone cheese, served w/ spinach and red bell pepper coulis
Crostini di Caprese
$9.00
Crostini bread over cherry tomatoes, mozzarella tossed in w/ pesto
Tartini Misti
$14.00
Six mini tarts filled w/: grilled mixed vegetables; eggplant tapenade; smoked salmon w/ gorgonzola mousse, fava bean puree, dehydrated beets
Tagliere di Prosciutto e Formaggio
$15.00
Aged Parma prosciutto & Parmigiano, olives, cornichons & toasted bread
Tris di Formaggi
$15.00
Chef's selection of three cheeses served w/ side of our home-made jams
Specialty Cocktails
Succo del Nonno
$16.00
El Abuelo rum, passion fruit, simple syrup, triple sec
Rye e Amaro
$16.00
Bulliet rye, Amaro, sweet vermouth, fresh o.j., dash of bitters
Rosso Relativo
$16.00
Stoli o.j. vodka, blood orange, prosecco
Single Malt Scotch
Laphroaig 10 Year
$16.00Glennfidich 12 Year
$15.00Glenlivet 12 Year
$15.00Macallan 12 Year
$20.00Aberfeldy 16 Year
$20.00Beer
Budweiser
$7.00Miller Lite
$7.00Goose Island 312, IL, IPA
$8.00Devil's Backbone, Vienna Lager
$8.00DC Brau, The Public, DC
$7.00Peroni, Italy
$7.00Moretti, Italy
$7.00Menebrea, Amber, Italy
$8.00Menebrea, Bionda, Italy
$8.00Franziskaner, Germany
$7.00Stella, Belgium
$7.00Heineken Zero (Non Alcoholic)
$7.00Antipasta
Carpaccio di Pesce Spada Affumicata
$19.00
House smoked swordfish carpaccio, orange segments, piopini mushrooms, frisse salad, fennel & dill, capers, honey/mustard dressing
Polpo Stufato
$19.00
Octopus stewed w/ tomato sauce, pearl onions, honey, rosemary & orange aroma
Capesante in Padella
$18.00
Pan seared sea scallops w/ cauliflower cream & truffle oil drizzle, dehydrated prosciutto
Calamaro in Umido
$17.00
Sautéed calamari, tomatoes & Nduja pesto w/ almonds, capers, raisins, black olives, scallions & fresh herbs
Cotecchino con Lenticchie
$18.00
Traditional pork sausage served w/ warm lentils, mushroom cream
Prosciutto con Parmigiano Reggiano e Fichi
$19.00
Parma prosciutto w/ Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, fresh fig & home-made fig preserve
Feta Impannata con Semi di Papavero
$17.00
Feta cheese w/ poppy & sesame seeds, served over mixed greens, cherry tomato preserves & strawberry sauce
Carpaccio di Barbabietola
$16.00
Gold & red beets thinly sliced, micro greens, honey mustard, pistachio, cheese mousse, strawberry confit, basil tuile
Insalate e Zuppe
Zuppa del Giorno
$14.00
Soup of day
La Tomate Caesar
$14.00
Our much-loved version of this classic salad, creamy dressing, anchovy paste, garlic, Parmesan
Insalata Mista
$14.00
Mixed greens, radicchio, radishes, herbs, & cherry tomatoes, honey/balsamic vinaigrette
Primi
Cacio e Pepe
$28.00
Home-made linguini, pecorino Romano cheese, toasted black pepper, poached free- range organic brown egg, pickled truffles
Duetto di Ravioli alla Parmigiana
$32.00
Home-made ravioli duet: stuffed w/ butternut squash, amaretti, Parmesan and the other w/ Swiss chard, ricotta & Parmesan, brown butter & sage sauce
Ragu d'Anatra con Papardelle
$32.00
Home-made papardelle pasta w/ duck meat, garlic, onions, tomatoes, chicken stock, red wine, herbs & cinnamon, ricotta salata
Cavatelli, Ricotta, Salsiccia e Broccoli
$29.00
Home-made cavatelli w/ fresh ricotta, spicy sausage, broccoli, garlic
Risotto allo Zafferano con Gamberi
$36.00
Saffron flavored risotto w/ shrimp, white wine & stock
Pasta al Nero con l'Astice
$39.00
Squid ink linguine pasta w/ whole lobster meat, cherry tomatoes, brandy, lemon zest & thyme
Secondi
Ossobuco con Polenta
$37.00
Braised venison ossobuco w/ onions, tomatoes, white wine & herbs served over polenta
Agnello Scottadito
$38.00
Lamps chops, served w/ sliced mixed grilled vegetables sautéed w/ onions, fingerling potatoes, red pepper coulis, oregano & black garlic mayo
Filetto Steccato
$39.00
Pan-seared beef tenderloin wrapped w/ pancetta & sage, potatoe confit, heirloom carrots, brown sauce & red wine reduction
Medaglioni di Maiale
$37.00
Pork medallions sautéed w/ figs, honey & almond sauce served w/ baby fennel & smoked paprika
Salmone con Crema di Zucchine e Spinaci
$36.00
Grilled salmon served over cream of zucchini & spinach topped w/ mixed greens, capers, caper leaves, pickled shallots
Filetto di Branzino con Carciofi
$37.00
Branzino fillet sautéed w/ artichokes, shallots, parsley & white wine, lobster stock served over mashed red lentils & vegetables
Contorni
$8
Pan-Seared Heirloom Carrots, Black Garlic Mayo
Sautéed Spinach w/ Garlic
Broccoli, Olive Oil, 'Peperoncino'
Fingerling Potatoes w/ Bell Peppers Coulis
Dessert Special
Panetonne e Zabaione
$16.00
Traditional Italian holiday cake served w/ zabaione, mixed berry coulis
Wine Special's
Pecchenino Langhe, Chardonnay
Straw yellow in color w/ fresh floral aromas, citrus fruits
- Bottle $65.00
Oberon, Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Napa County
Mouthfeel & rich, complex texture & flavors, recommended w/ turkey
- Bottle $70.00
Laurent Perrier, La Cuvee Brut Champagne
A unique style: freshness, elegance & purity
- Bottle $135.00
Antipasti
Polpo alla Griglia
$19.00
Slow cooked octopus grilled & served over fava puree, garnished w/ smoked pearl onions
Capesante in Padella
$19.00
Pan seared sea scallops w/ cauliflower cream, truffle oil drizzle, dehydrated beets
Calamaro in Umido
$17.00
Sautéed calamari, tomatoes & Nduja pesto w/ almonds, capers, raisins, black olives, scallions & herbs
Carpaccio di Barbabietola
$17.00
Gold & red beets thinly sliced, micro greens, honey mustard, pistachio, cheese mousse, strawberry confit, basil tuile
Prosciutto di Parma con Parmigiano Reggiano e Confettura di Fichi
$20.00
Parma prosciutto w/ Parmigiano Reggiano & fig preserve
Mozzarella di Bufala con Peperoni Arrostiti
$18.00
"Bufala" mozzarella served over marinated roasted bell peppers w/ e.v.v.o. capers & olves
Insalate e Zuppe
Zuppa del Giorno
$14.00
soup of day
La Tomate Caesar
$14.00
Our much-loved version of this classic salad, creamy dressing, anchovy paste, garlic, Parmesan
Insalata Mista
$14.00
Mixed greens, frisee salad, radicchio, fresh herbs, cherry tomato, radish, honey, balsamic dressing
Valentine's Day Specials
Crudo di Carne
$19.00
Carpaccio of beef tenderloin thinly sliced topped w/ arugula, cherry tomatoes, shaved Parmesan, fried capers & capers, lemon mustard vinaigrette
Risotto Rosso con Tartar di Salmone
$38.00
Risotto w/ red beets pesto, lemon & basil aroma garnished w/ smoked salmon tartar w/ chives, capers
Osso Buco di Cervo con Polenta
$40.00
Braised venison osso buco w/ onions, tomatoes, celery, carrots wine & herbs served over polenta
Dessert Specials
Torta al Cioccolato
$16.00
Chocolate cake w/ almond flour, served w/ crema inglese
Cestino d'Amore
$16.00
Phyllo basket w/ mixed berries, zabaione & a "Baci Perugina" chocolate. Check out the message!
Primi
Ravioli
$29.00
Home-made ravioli style pasta stuffed w/ Swiss chard, ricotta & Parmesan cheese, sage, brown butter sauce ricotta cheese
Ragu Bolognese
$28.00
Beef Bolognese style ragout - Choose one: home-made egg fettuccine OR linguini OR rigatoni
Cavatelli Ricotta, Salsiccia e Broccoli
$30.00
Home-made cavatelli w/ fresh ricotta, spicy sausage, broccoli, & garlic
Ragu d'Anatra con Papardelle
$34.00
Home-made papardelle pasta w/ duck meat, garlic, onions, tomatoes, chicken stock, red wine, herbs & cinnamon, ricotta salata
Pasta al Nero con Astice
$38.00
Squid ink linguine w/ lobster meat, cherry tomatoes, brandy, lobster stock, lemon zest & thyme
Secondi
Funghi e Verdure
$29.00
Stewed trio of mushrooms: oyster, shiitake, regular, w/ onions, carrots, tomatoes, topped w/ sautéed spinach, fingerling potatoes (vegan)
Filetto Steccato
$40.00
Pan-seared beef tenderloin wrapped w/ pancetta & sage, potato confit, heirloom carrots, brown sauce & wine reduction
Agnello Scottadito
$40.00
Lamps chops, served w/ sliced mixed grilled vegetables sautéed w/ onions, fingerling potatoes, red pepper coulis, oregano & black garlic mayo
Filetto di Salmone con Salsa di Spinaci e Zucchine
$37.00
Grilled fresh salmon over leek, spinach & zucchini, onions & chives coulis topped w/ greens, pickled shallots, caper leaf, capers
Filetto di Branzino con Carciofi
$39.00
Fillet of branzino sautéed w/ fresh baby artichokes, shallots, parsley & white wine over puree of red lentils
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General Info
Payment Types
All Major Cards
Cuisine
Italian
Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
11:30am - 9:30pm
Tuesday:
11:30am - 9:30pm
Wednesday:
11:30am - 9:30pm
Thursday:
11:30am - 9:30pm
Friday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Saturday:
11:30am - 10:00pm
Sunday:
11:30am - 9:00pm
About Us
La Tomate, a neighborhood bistro, features affordable regional Italian cuisine complimented by friendly service and warm ambiance in the heart of historic Dupont Circle.