An overhead table spread at Trattoria Sorrento: a whole grilled branzino on a platter, surrounded by pasta, veal parmigiana, and a caprese salad
Fresh ribbons of homemade pasta, flour and eggs on the kitchen counter

Trattoria Sorrento

Bethesda, Maryland · Established 1991

Homemade almond biscotti piled on parchment paper

For the holidays

Our traditional, delicious, and homemade biscotti are back!

The holidays are around the corner, and the biscotti are ready to enjoy. For an easy gift, pair a box with a Trattoria Sorrento gift card in denominations of $25, $50, $75 or $100. Call ahead and we'll have everything ready when you come by.

$14.95 a dozen

Benvenuti

A Bethesda tradition, rooted in Italy.

One of Bethesda's longest-running family restaurants, cooking the food of Sorrento since 1991. Come hungry, stay late, and bring everyone.

The family behind Trattoria Sorrento
A mixed salad with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, olives, peppers and cucumber
Baked penne with ricotta and mozzarella, browned on top in its dish

A short walk through the menu — an appetizer worth sharing, a pasta we make constantly, and a main course to finish on.

What we're known for.

Serving Bethesda since
1991
Dinner seatings
5–8:30 PM
Pasta made in house
Daily
Also available
Takeout & delivery
Halved artichokes with lemon, prepped in the kitchen

Tables fill up. Book yours!

Send us a reservation request for one to five guests and we'll confirm by email. Weekends book up first, so get Friday, Saturday and Sunday in early. Parties of six or more, give us a call so we can set the room up properly.

Bruschetta and a baked pasta in tomato sauce on the table with a bottle of Rosso Piceno

What our guests say.

4.5 stars from nearly 300 reviews on Google.

★★★★★

“This is quickly becoming our go to italian spot in Bethesda. Their homemade pasta dishes are delicious, lovely cocktail menu, large salads and great service.”
Debbie S. · Google

★★★★★

“The highlight of Sorrento is the environment and the service. The interior and the staff makes it feel like a hole in the wall spot in Naples.”
Ethan U. · Google

★★★★★

“What can I say about this lovely, family owned restaurant: IT FEELS LIKE HOME. … You feel the love of a traditional, home-made experience, but with a garnish of elegance and a flare for gourmet excellence.”
Natalie L. · Google