Mamma Lucia

A neighborhood staple which is almost as old as I am, it serves the kind of new york style pizza that my parents who grew up on Long Island in the 50s recognize as authentic. That means: foldable crust, flavorful sauce (not too sweet), and rich cheese. They also use more abundant toppings than many places nearby. The calzone ingredients are never overcooked (bright green sauteed veggies). The people are always friendly and efficient. The mall has kept the look of prior decades and makes me feel like a kid again.

We go here quite regularly. It’s great New York style pizza. We typically get mamas special and a cheese. It’s also great for a slice before a movie.

Best lasagna in northern Virginia in our opinion. We love the house dressing too and highly recommend you try it. The restaurant is spartan, tables set out into to mall area in front of the adjacent theater. But the food is very good. My sister and her family really like thin crust pizza. Suspect more than half their business is takeout. Great value and taste. Highly recommend.

A good place to stop off for a quick meal before going to the movies at Cinema Arts. The salads are really fresh and good and you can buy a whole pizza or just a slice. Sandwiches and entrees are available. Prices are very reasonable.