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Osteria Mozza, the acclaimed Italian restaurant led by Nancy Silverton, is set to open its first East Coast location in Georgetown, taking over the historic Dean & DeLuca space. With an expansive venue of over 20,000 square feet, the restaurant will feature a unique mozzarella bar, an expansive menu with authentic Italian dishes, and a retail space for gourmet items. This venture, in collaboration with restaurateur Stephen Starr, marks a significant addition to the area’s dining scene.
Washington, D.C. – Osteria Mozza, the acclaimed Italian restaurant helmed by renowned chef Nancy Silverton, is set to make its East Coast debut in Georgetown on Sunday, November 10, 2025. The new restaurant will occupy the historic Dean & DeLuca space located at 3276 M Street NW, offering an expansive venue that spans over 20,000 square feet and accommodates a total of 312 seats.
Silverton, who is well-known for her contributions to the culinary world and for popularizing sourdough and artisan bread, collaborated with celebrated restaurateur Stephen Starr to bring this exciting project to life. The restaurant is designed to showcase a combination of Silverton’s acclaimed California menus, which are expected to attract a diverse clientele eager to experience authentic Italian cuisine.
Starr dedicated three years securing the lease for the prominent Georgetown location, illustrating the significance of this endeavor. The design of the restaurant features large arched windows that fill the space with natural light, along with elegant décor created from dark wood and marble. The layout includes various seating arrangements such as booths, two and four-tops, and rounded benches, ensuring an inviting atmosphere for diners.
Among the unique aspects of Osteria Mozza is the mozzarella bar, where guests will have the chance to observe chefs preparing delectable dishes with fresh cheese on-site. The expansive menu will include items like focaccia di recco, anchovy crostini, oxtail ragu, braised lamb neck, whole branzino, and grilled pork chops, all made with high-quality ingredients that reflect Silverton’s dedication to excellence in culinary arts.
The restaurant will also feature a retail space where customers can purchase specialty items, including jarred vegetables, dry pasta, olive oil, fresh produce, and a variety of Italian cheeses, enabling guests to take a piece of Osteria Mozza home with them. The renovation cost of the restaurant totaled around $16 million, executed by the New York-based design firm Roman and Williams.
Osteria Mozza’s historic building has a rich past, dating back to its construction in 1865. Over the years, it has housed several establishments, including a butcher’s market and a debtor’s jail, marking its significance in the fabric of the community.
Silverton has been honored with numerous accolades, including the distinguished James Beard Foundation’s Outstanding Chef Award, while Starr is recognized as a prolific restaurateur with various dining venues across the U.S., earning him the title of Restaurateur of the Year from several organizations.
The anticipated opening of Osteria Mozza is expected to elevate the dining landscape in Georgetown, bringing high-quality Italian fare to both locals and visitors. However, the potential for future expansions of the Osteria Mozza brand beyond Washington, D.C., remains unclear and will largely depend on market conditions.
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