Boasting a lofty, open-to-the-street setting, Assaggi Mozzarella Bar – a trendy Bethesda trattoria – features the handiwork of chef-padrone Domenico Cornacchia (ex Cafe Milano), including a unique mozzarella menu pairing Italian, Virginia and California versions of the fresh cheese with marinated vegetable condiments or charcuterie; an acoustics-sensitive design assures that patrons can be heard as well as seen in the casual-chic, warm beige-and-gold space.
4838 Bethesda Ave., Bethesda; 301-951-1988