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Where Sustainability Meets Flavor:
AMA Restaurant in the News & Media

Ama (@amarestaurant.bar) in Washington D.C. is an all-day dining destination led by Johanna Hellrigl and Micah Wilder. Serving Italian-inspired dishes, from morning espresso and focaccia to lively aperitivo and dinner, Ama focuses on sustainability and well-being and is celebrated as one of the best eateries in DC. Read more about Ama's awards, news and reviews below.

 

Ama is open daily, with reservations available via Resy. Walk-ins welcome.

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Ama is awarded 2025 district Sustainability award by DC Department of Energy & environment

Ama's Trofie con Pesto Genovese - Best dining DC
Ama on the Today Show

Chef Johanna Hellrigl, owner of the restaurant Ama in Washington, DC

Chef Johanna Hellrigl from Ama on the Today Show
Edible DC Features Ama: Clean, Authentic Coastal Italian in Navy Yard

Clean, Authentic Coastal Italian in Navy Yard

Fresh and Wholesome Food - Italian Pizza made with organic ingredients
Gambero Rosso's review of Ama
Gambero Rosso's review of Ama.
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The Infatuation DC's review of Ama
The Infatuation DC's review of Ama.
Best bar dc - sipping italian spritz at AMA Restaurant
ABC 7 News reporting on AMA Restaurant
Ama serves up Italian cuisine with a commitment to the environment.
Ama DC Sustainability Award
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 Recognized for Sustainability and Deliciousness
Today Show features Chef Johanna Hellrigl
The Infatuation: The Hit List: New DC Restaurants To Try Right Now
The Hit List: New DC Restaurants To Try Right Now
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The Infatuation: The Best DC Restaurants For Date Night
The Best DC Restaurants For Date Night
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Eater Washington DC - Healthy Meals near me
The Eater 38 is our attempt to answer “Can you recommend a restaurant?”
Ama Italian Restaurant on Eater DC
Eater Washington DC
Outstanding D.C. Restaurants That Open on Mondays
Washington DC Eater: Outstanding D.C. Restaurants That Open on Mondays
Heritage Radio Network has a bit about Ama in DC
Johanna Hellrigl (Ama) & Illiterate Light (Live)
Chef Johanna Hellrigl from Ama in DC on Snacky Tunes talking about Health & Wellness in the culinary world
Hospitality Design - Ama
DC Dining Concept Ama Celebrates Classic Italian Style
Ama's Dining Room in Washington, DC is great for your next Private Event
Appetito Italian food and drink talks about Ama in Washington, DC
Chef Johanna Hellrigl’s Culinary Ethos of Wellness and Love at Ama
Chef Johanna Hellrigl with Ama's Focaccia di Formaggio
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The Best Italian Restaurants In DC
Healthy cuisine near me - Top DC restaurants
Punch Drink press about Ama restaurant in DC
Mastering the Americano
Micah Wilder making drinks at Ama in Washington, DC, the perfect spot for a little Aperitivo Hour
Restaurant Hospitality speaks on Ama restaurant in DC
All-day restaurant Ama opens with fresh focaccia, pastas, and spritzes
The Bancone at Ama in Navy Yard, DC is great for your morning Caffe needs
Washingtonian talks about Ama in the Navy Yard, DC
Ama Is Bringing Wholesome Northern Italian Cooking and Frozen Spritzes to Navy Yard
Stuzzichini at Ama in Washington, DC. It means little bites or indulgences.
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The Best DC Restaurants For Special Occasions
The Bancone at Ama's Cafè
Washington DC City Paper
The Rise of Mission-Driven Restaurants
Ama's Affetati & Formaggio
Eater Washington, DC once again praises Johanna and Ama's commitment to Health & Wellness in DC
Aperitivo Hour at Navy Yard’s Dreamy New Ama
The Fritto Misto at Ama in DC is the perfect mix of lightly fried seafood with a squeeze of lemon
Axios DC Local Washington, DC speaks on Ama in DC
Sneak peek: All-day Italian gem to open in Navy Yard
Caffe offerings all morning and afternoon at Ama. Now open 7-days from 8am
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