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Cucina Al Volo at Ballston Quarter

4238 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203

Open 11-8pm Tuesday - Saturday, Closed Monday

$$$

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Cucina Al Volo serves up authentic Italian pastas and sauces using fresh local ingredients.

If you’re craving authentic Italian Food, Cucina Al Volo is the way to go. Al Volo’s pasta and sauces are made with traditional rustic recipes and local ingredients sourced from the very farmer’s markets where they sell their products. The menu is very “make-your-own” so there’s something for everyone - choose your pasta, choose your sauce, choose your add-on. Our family favorite is the Wild Boar Ragu with Fettuccine.

Finish your meal with a sweet treat from Ice Cream Jubilee, a modern twist on a traditional ice cream shop. Our favorite flavor is the Cookies & Cookie Dough (a mix between cookie dough and cookies & cream). Yum!

Ballston has so many great options for families. Before or after you enjoy your meal, check out MedStar Capitals Iceplex, located on the top level of Ballston Quarter. It’s open to skaters year round and you may even see the Capitals hockey team practicing. The Nook Ballston is steps away and is a great place to spend a few hours playing with young kids. If you want an outdoor adventure, try Mosaic Park (right around the corner from Ballston Quarter) or Quincy Park (a ten to fifteen-minute walk).

The closest metro station is Ballston-MU.

Features

Restrooms Good for All Ages Has Food

Thoughtfully captured by:

Melody Parry Jones

Melody moved around most of her life (military family) and graduated from the University of Central Florida where she was a college athlete. Even though the beach will always feel like home, she now lives in Arlington, VA with her husband, Brent, and the #fourlittlejonesies. After stints as a flight attendant, government consultant, and sales representative for a major running brand, Melody spends her days exploring and adventuring with the kids. Whether it’s a hike, playground, bike ride/run to a playground, or nature walk, Melody and the kids are always out of the house by 9:30am (otherwise, it’s chaos). Melody is a Washington D.C. ambassador, and loves the opportunity to explore even more in the city she calls home.

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