This was a super delicious meal and I was so pleasantly surprised by the whole experience. I made reservations for a Friday night and it was maybe half full? We were greeted, had our coats checked, and sat immediately upon entry. My friend and I sat at the kitchen counter which was so fun. We were able to watch the chefs prep and cook and chat with them as well. The interior is quite cozy and rustic? Service throughout was amazing. Everyone was so kind and attentive. Food was so amazing 10/10 as well. Plating was fun and cute, and the late winter flavors were so delicious. I especially loved the custard dishes, one with oyster and caviar, and one with mussels and trout roe. Yummm I also really loved the lemon and rhubarb dessert and the grapefruit cranberry palate cleanser. Super refreshing, not too sweet, and very addicting. Omg and the lamb??? That was the most tender most delicious lamb chop I've ever had in my life. I wasn't super impressed by the scallop mustard green sponge cake. The cake was fluffy and a fun texture, and the scallop was fresh and sweet, but the flavors didn't mesh well for me. The mushroom risotto was also nothing to write home about. Though that might just be because I'm allergic to shrimp. Their regular seafood risotto looked really good. The brodo at the end was also okay; a tad too salty. I've seen some reviews that talk about the weird long spacing between courses, but I felt the opposite. Maybe it's because they had 2 seatings that day and we were the earlier seating. But we barely had time to digest between courses! Overall, this was an awesome experience. I was super full and satisfied by the end of service and I love that you get the menu at the end of service to keep. 500/10 would come back again to try their other season menus. read more

Altura - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We returned to Altura after more than a decade. I'm not a food critic but I'm pretty sure Altura would have a Michelin star if the program existed in Seattle. The quality of the food, service and attention to detail at this place is exceptional. We went for a special occasion and the whole staff including Chef Nathan was aware and made it a point to wish us. I already had high expectations for the food - and it still exceeded my expectations. The way Chef Nathan picks the favors and textures for every bite is truly incredible. It's hard to pick a favorite bite - but I will - the beef ravioli and pumpkin gazpacho. In other fine dining experiences the dessert course was the let down - not true at Altura. The deconstructed creamsicle was divine and the canoli was equally good. All the stars for Altura, and then some - C'est parfait! read more

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It was raining as I walked from Pike Place to Altura. I tried convincing myself that it was just drizzle but when I saw the locals using an umbrella I knew I was in for it. I arrived a soggy mess just in time for my reservation. The restaurant was warm and inviting. I was warmly greeted and seated at the counter, where I was given a hot towel for my hands (and face!) to refresh myself. I was treated to a wonderful tasting menu throughout the evening. I can't believe I ate it all, and by myself. A solo trip, as I flew up for a surprise visit for a friend who was having an art show opening and the real reason for the trip. She was truly surprised! read more

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Reservations were made for this place for my boyfriend's birthday and there are limited amount of spots so make sure to reserve your seats beforehand! There is a set menu and I believe it changes every month, but if you have any allergies you can informed the restaurant ahead of time to make accommodations. It's a small restaurant but its cute and homey vibes. It was such a wonderful experience from the service staffs to the food that was served. We sat at the bar area and got to watch the craft and smell the aroma curated. Love this place, and would love to come back. read more

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The food, the presentation, the service--this place is truly an incredible gem in Seattle. The open kitchen adds so much to the experience; you can watch the chefs work their magic as you dine. If you want a closer look, there's bar seating right up front, though we opted for a table. The uni bite was unforgettable--I still think about it, and honestly, I could eat them like popcorn. The ambiance is vibrant and welcoming, and the staff makes you feel taken care of from the moment you walk in. The drink menu is excellent as well and pairs beautifully with the food. A memorable spot through and through. read more

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11/10 - one of the best meals I've ever had. We did the chef's table and not only was the service exceptional, the experience of getting to chat with the chefs and see what they were doing was well worth the small additional cost. My partner booked this for my birthday after Reddit told us it was the place to go in Seattle. I'm happy to report Redditers know what's up. I was able to ask for a few modifications due to allergies and being a picky eater and they were kind enough to accommodate me. Starting out, the vibes were immaculate. The place is quaint, but warm and lovely. Something that makes Altura unique is the attention to detail - not only in the food, which is exceptional, but also down to the cutlery and flatware. Everything is served on something unique that makes the food even more pleasing to the eye. The service was also exceptional. With no one person truly "serving" you, you get to chat with a variety of folks and it makes for a very fun experience. The sommelier is never far away and has fantastic recommendations. We chose the pairing that married alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink options. Every pairing was perfect, but many of the wines were very unique! And finally, the food was so. damn. good. From the wagyu crudo, to the charcoal grilled octopus, the braised shank ravioli, and the honey semifreddo - nearly every bite had me turning to my partner to say "this is so good!" And again, every item on the plate intentional, well cooked, and perfectly crafted. All in all, a wonderful evening and an exceptional meal. Just go eat here. read more

Altura - Birthday surprise and the evening's menu - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The experience was super fun and delicious, love sitting at the counter top and seeing the chefs do their things. The staff is very friendly and they do the whole "putting the plates down at once" thing. The team is very lean, you can see everyone doing everything and the operation is impressive. For foods, very delicious and similar to typical fine dining - hugely flavorful, unique twist and well seasoned. Standouts: - the tomato dish was absolutely fantastic. Best tomatoes I've ever had in my life. They were served cold so I can only assume if they were room temp, it would lose structural integrity because they were so ripe. - the prosciutto wrapped mussel was really good. Just a whole bite of umami! Ambiance was very relaxed, small spot so you have to make a reservation and it's a whole experience. read more

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The food combinations were delicious. Do go with an open mind and taste palette and don't be shy to try each and every item. My husband swore he didn't like caviar but the way it was prepared he was surprised he actually enjoyed it. All staff were extremely nice and we truly enjoyed our evening for our anniversary. Thank you for a great meal. read more

Another delicious and imaginative dinner at Altura! I cannot rave enough about their stellar mocktail pairing. They put so much thought and effort into these mocktails and I could drink a gallon of them. Service was friendly and attentive per usual from each member of the staff. We sat at a table but were able to watch the chefs at work and preview dishes as they came out. Looking forward to returning! read more

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Excellent fine-dining experience. Flavors came together very well. Probably the longest dinner I've ever had but spaced out perfectly for the amount that was served. read more

Came here for a friend's birthday and it was a lovely but expensive ($$$) night. Reservations were relatively easy to make and I prepaid for the meal on tock. Be aware that the meal does take the slotted 2.5-3hrs. Started at 8:30pm and finished around 11ish. I opted for the N.A. drink pairing cause it's usually more interesting. My friend and I ended up sharing, since some of them were hit and misses for certain flavor preferences. Didn't get a picture, but the last dessert was a combo of a cannoli, cherry marzipan, and rich hot chocolate. It was so so good. Overall a great meal for Seattle. We were pleasantly full after everything. We sat at the chefs counter and it was so much fun to see how the chefs prepared everything. Truly a lot of moving parts and a profession of precision. Noise level was great too. At the end, they provide the menu to take home which is a nice touch. read more

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The food was all pretty good -- I especially liked the ravioli; it had all the best things in there! The first few bites of each dish were great, too. Their flavor palette leans more toward umami and earthy tones, which I really enjoyed. I also love that they include a palate cleanser between the savory courses -- the shaved ice tastes like that "green grass" flavor from Harry Potter candy, but in a good way. That said, it was definitely too much food for me. I didn't realize how full I was until I walked out, and then I felt kind of sick for the next two hours. The cannoli in the final dessert wasn't anything special -- I'd honestly drop that. read more

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It's taken me a loooong time to write this review and I hate myself for it! I found Altura by sheer coincidence looking for a special dinner. I'm so glad I found it! Best experience, service and food I've had in a while! Worth every penny! I went to the location for dinner the week of Christmas and decided to do the counter experience and enjoy the tasting menu. Oh. My. God! The food was delicious, completely understated, and I can tell that they're consistently amazing based on the person seating next to me, who was a local! And they told me they love the place so much that the go at least a couple times a year!!! The ambiance is relaxed but still formal enough that you know it's for special occasions I do love that it didn't feel like I had to make too much of an effort still. Definite must try! read more

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The food was amazing and definitely worth it for a fancy occasion. The flavors were wonderful and while it's billed as Italian there were a lot of cool fusion flavors such as yuzu, osmanthus, and Persian black rice. We had a prix fixe menu with the A5 wagyu addon and it was buttery and delicious. It's a really cozy restaurant with not a lot of tables. We could also see the kitchen staff at work which is really cool for a fine dining restaurant. I'm taking one star off because my partner, who is lactose intolerant, was given dairy on multiple occasions throughout the evening. He had been asked at the time of booking whether there were any allergies in our party and we were also asked again when we were seated at the start of the meal so we had mentioned this at least two times. Despite this he was given several dishes with dairy in them and when we pointed this out, the staff seemed to struggle to find substitutes, which is weird because dairy is not that unusual an allergy. I appreciate that the staff tried to be accommodating and I'm grateful that his allergy was only mild because in other cases that error could have sent someone to the hospital or had them spend their in the bathroom depending on the severity. (The bathrooms were nice, though.) Apart from that, I had a great dining experience. read more

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WOW!! Literally we went to celebrate my birthday and were so impressed by their prix fixe menu. This was a place my family and I have been wanting to visit for a long time and so lovely when a place lives up to it. Also, they knew it was my birthday so they even brought out a candle for me to blow Incredible food and service! read more

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Normally mutli-course prix fixe restaurants leave you hungry and wishing you hadn't spent so much on such small bites of food. Altura is the absolute exception - totally worth every penny, and worth 2.5hrs of your time. The menu is technically 10 dishes, including the optional ribeye - but when you count the small sides like prawn heads and popcorn (a play on popcorn shrimp), and homemade sourdough with butter sprinkled with smoked shaved mushrooms, it comes out to 12+ dishes. Every bite was delicious, and each plating was unique and playful. You can see and taste the care and passion that goes into each dish - highly recommend sitting at the counter so you can see all the chef's at work! So much attention goes into each bite, it's truly incredible. Just wish we had run around the block mid-meal - they provide a sorbet and granita palette cleanser, but after that is 2 well-sized entrees and 2 dessert dishes that are actually 4 different desserts! Really looking forward to going back and trying the menu next season! read more

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If you're looking for a place to celebrate any special events, then this is the place for you. My boyfriend and I had celebrated our anniversary here back in 2022 and had such a memorable experience here that we decided to come back again this year to celebrate our anniversary again. You must reserve ahead of time if you ever want to come here at least 2 weeks ahead to get a guaranteed time slot and seat choice. Make sure to write in the extra notes that you're celebrating your special event, so they can cater their dessert to the occasion. They have 2 time slots on the weekend (5:30 pm and 8pm) and the meal usually takes 3-3.5 hours, so be sure to plan your time well. The first time we went here we dined at their table. This year we decided we wanted to watch them make their magic from the bar seat view. They start by handing out warm hand towels and followed by the course meals dependent on the season. Midway during the course they ask if you'd like to add in wagyu by oz to your course meal (with extra cost). We ended up ordering the 3oz wagyu each time we went because it was so juicy and soft. Overall, it was a magical experience and the perfect place to come to when you have a special occasion you want to celebrate! read more

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Amazing experience with creative snack foods, friendly and passionate service, and a small but cozy environment. We booked the Christmas Eve dinner, which featured a special 10-course menu, including truffles, priced at $225 + tax and a 20% tip (calculated after tax). We also added the A5 Omi Wagyu Ribeye ($30/oz). Some courses were on the heavier side, but the dessert and soup served in between provided a thoughtful refresh for the guests. I especially loved the finger foods; they were creative and had complex layers of flavor, featuring ingredients like squash, beets, parsnip, and truffles. Various Italian wine options were available. While we opted for individual glasses of wine instead of the pairing, our server, John, was incredibly patient and let us taste his recommendations before we made our selections. They also took note of the dairy restriction and carefully prepared alternative ingredients, which we truly appreciated. However, one suggestion for improvement: although we understood it was a set menu, no one came to speak with us after we were seated. Instead, we were only handed the drink menu. We sat awkwardly for about 25 minutes before the first course and welcome drink were served. Overall, I'm excited to visit again and hope the regular menu will be just as exciting! read more

Lived up to the hype. Dish was well presented. Creative and fresh ingredients. Non alcoholic pairing was very interesting. Lots of flower based tea that you cant have anywhere else. Wine pairing was great. Could have improved on the interior, we saw spider webs on the chandelier overhead which was surprising. But the vibes inside the restaurant made it look like it was almost on purpose read more

I had been to Altura a few times through the years often for special occasions. It is always wonderful and after this meal, I think better than ever. Make reservations well in advance--I tried booking for my birthday and had to go the week after. It is in Capitol Hill, so parking is a challenge. They have two seatings a night and a fixed menu that changes. The interior is beautiful and a little quirky (e.g., there is painting of nun over one of the toilet seats). Service is impeccable, just the best. When you book you have some options. I booked the matching wine course while my wife booked with half of a wine course. While the wine matches are incredible, the non-alcoholic drinks they served were really wonderful, some of the best I have had--really worth it to have one person try that. I need to give thanks for Altura for providing the menu after the meal--I took some notes, but great to have the details. We started with a glass of champagne with the Stuzzichini course. What a start to the meal. There were three bites, the best was a beet sponge cake (which does not sound good, but was absolutely delicious) and then next a fermented potato with caviar. You go to a meal to have new, unusual bites and they really delivered. Next was mussels and a Riesling. My wife does not even like mussels, but loved this prep with some roe and pancetta. I wish I could have had a dozen. This also came with fried prawns, perhaps the one bite of night I did not love (but imagine many will). After that was salmon with spot prawns served with a Pinot Meunier (a white grape I had never heard of, but matches well with seafood). It was amazing how great the salmon was--simple, but perfect. Next was sweet corn Agnolotti and sourdough bread matched with a buonamaico. They had these morel mushrooms with this that were out of the world and I could eat that bread they served every day. They had a rhubarb sorbetto as a palate cleanser, then onto the red meeting. We chose the lamb saddle and then took there option to add 2 ounces of Wagyu steak (which was perfect for the two of us). This was matched with Vinous Obscura Sagrantino from Oregon which was my favorite wine of the night. Both the lamb and steak were superb and cooked just right, I think I like the lamb a bit more. Then it was dessert time. So many tasty bites! it was matched with a lambrusco--another great complement. I think my favorite thing was this aerated hot chocolate, but overall a fantastic way to end the meal. We will definitely be back again. read more

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Taste: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Presentation: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Tasting menu was amazing! Did a drink pairing with half alcoholic and half nonalcoholic drinks read more

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Sitting at the chefs counter is really cool and very interesting if you are a foodie! We also opted for the wine pairing and the sommelier was excellent, he gave an informative and interesting explanation with each pour. The chefs were impressive and so organized. read more

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I cannot recommend Altura enough! We sat at the chef's counter and had a front row view of our tasting menu getting prepared. Every single person on the staff from the chefs (who were happy to talk when they had time), to the management, servers, and beverage staff were so knowledgeable and friendly. Getting to have conversation with them was just as good as the food which was a 10 out of 10. Normally, when you go to chef's tastings, there's always one or two bites or courses that aren't your style, but I genuinely can say that I loved everything I tasted. My 15-year-old who is a little picky and has never been to a chefs tasting before also enthusiastically enjoyed the experience and eat every single one of her courses. I definitely go back, and if any of my friends asked me where they should go for a prixe fixe chef's experience I would tell them to go here. read more

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$1,000 for two, including a single wine pairing, a $25 cocktail, and a 4oz Wagyu upsell, with a fixed 20% gratuity paid upfront. At this price point--comparable to Michelin-starred restaurants I've enjoyed--the experience fell noticeably short. The food was good but unremarkable, and the wine pairing was uninspired (Lambrusco felt particularly out of place and was not good). We had a few different servers, all friendly. The biggest disappointment, however, was the pacing of the meal. Long delays between courses left glasses empty for too long and extended what should have been a 90-minute dinner to nearly three hours. Given the cost and overall experience, I wouldn't recommend this restaurant and have no interest in returning. read more

I had a fabulous experience at Altura! I loved every course, they were well presented and they were all fairly unique. The service was also good, we were celebrating our engagement so they gave a complimentary welcome drink for the occasion. read more

The food was amazing! It's one of the best tasting menus that I've had. Specially liked the hamachi crudo, we ordered the wine pairing and a zero proof pairing. Both were great, all the zero pairing drinks were very interesting. The place was nice and cozy, not very loud. Perfect for a date. They had the best attention to little details, when we went the restroom they folded the napkins. They made sure we always had water. read more

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Went for the Valentines tasting menu, first seating. Incredible food, service and wine pairings. The staff and kitchen were all very friendly, the ambiance was just right, we could have asked for a better evening. Would go back read more

Altura - Chef, kitchen staff, bar - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Fine dining at its best. Fixed-price menu, excellent locally sourced ingredients, impeccable presentation & service. Perfect for a special occasion. read more

Its super over priced and the wine tasting add on is a rip off. We went here because we owed our friends a dinner. Had I known what I was stepping into hell no. Super over priced, expensive addons for wine or non alcoholic pairings. In the end this place had some amazing food but hands down was a ripoff. Seriously I should have stuck to my gut feeling to buy a bottle instead of being bullied into a wine pairing with mostly shitty wines and no refills on the meager pours. Not recommended read more

I am a HUGE fan of Altura. I came with my boyfriend for our one year anniversary, and I came again with my parents for my dad's birthday, and both times were great. Our first time, we sat at the counter and watched the chefs assemble the courses, which was a great experience. I had the opportunity to talk to Chef Lockwood, which was highly entertaining :) Our second time, we sat at a table, which was better for conversation. I actually liked our second meal more in terms of yumminess but both meals were equally interesting. One thing I love about Altura is the fact that they give you a menu and dessert at the very end, so you can do your own research afterwards while you eat a dessert at home. It also helps to not dwell on what you just ate while you are anticipating the next part of the meal. I kept thinking that I would be too full, but each course was spaced out with enough time. Each time I have come, I have not wanted to drink, so I am very thankful that they have a mocktail part of the drinks menu. The second time, I didn't like any of the mocktail options (all were citrusy), but our waiter made me an alternative option that was delicious. Love the flexibility of the entire kitchen! If I had it my way, I'd be coming back for every big event in my life! Will definitely be back. read more

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We ate here for my wife's birthday. Their tasting menu is fantastic. I felt as if I was taken on a culinary journey. The restaurant was not overly crowded. This place is a great choice for any special occasion. I'm looking for an excuse to go back. read more

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It's a lot of food for the price. Honestly, I usually book French but decided to try something new. The plating is definitely pretty while the dishes were quite creative and well thought out. We both enjoyed the pork which was succulent and juicy - best item served on that menu. I also really enjoyed the ravioli which was 1 big piece but it was super flavorful and had lots of textures. However, we both agreed that the bread can be improved upon. While it looked fluffy, it became deflated and mushy when we tore into it (over/under proofed?). The whole meal took a hair shy under 3 hours. While the first couple courses came out fast, we were left waiting quite a while for others which dragged it out. read more

Altura - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A modest restaurant from the exterior uncovers an enjoyable culinary experience inside. We went here to celebrate our anniversary and they went above and beyond in ensuring we had a great time and even gave us extras! They gave us a few glasses of champagne to start, and one of the desserts even said "Happy Anniversary!" Aside from the course tasting menu, we also shared 1 wine pairing between us for the experience. During the wine pairing, they also refilled / gave us more for that particular glass, which was a nice gesture. Overall, it was a great 3 hrs of dining experience here - pace can be a bit slow though since the entree, for example, took a full hour to make. Aperitivo - hibiscus berry soda - a bit sweet but a good way to start the course Stuzzichini - comes with 2 parts of 3 bites - 1) Pancetta mussels was grilled over charcoal and very flavorful 2) Mustard green sponge cake + vitello tonnato was a bit interesting - the sponge cake was not flavorful but the vitello tonnato is like a steak tartare but veal 3) Orange and pork with fried bread (baba) - reminds me of Chinese donut, a bit more oily 4) Salmon roe + fermented vegetables + potato - interesting they had a pearl spoon here but not the next course 5) Cannoli-like savory with sea urchin - not much flavor from the sea urchin as the parsley overpowered it a bit 6) Foie gras + pistachio - this was a very rich bite Cadence was great - for the most part the dishes were arranged from light to rich. Presentation was also top notch Black cod with smoked osetra caviar - it was interesting to see them smoke a large quantity of caviar, which was placed generous atop the black cod. The cod was prepared super well - very tender. Though this course was presented with a stainless steel spoon instead of the pearl spoon from the prior course Wild mushroom risotto - I don't really like mushroom but the varied mushrooms they have here made it enjoyable and intriguing Goat tortellini - pasta dish, the goat was very fresh and I really love the rosemary flavor to it. There was a supplemental $97 for white truffle shaving that we opted out, and it was okay since the dish by itself was already very flavorful Intermezzo - concord grape sorbetto - the classic sorbet shape with an assortment of fruit. This was a great palate cleanser into the entree Entree - spring rain dry aged duck - this dish was prepared over an hour intermittently between courses, and the final product was a bit modest presentation-wise. However, the duck was cooked really well and it was very juicy. The sauce was like a soy sauce so there are some familiarity with the flavors. Desserts 1) Ginger semifreddo - texture is kinda like ice cream but it is more similar to frozen mousse. 2) Hot chocolate + gelato - an interesting combination that worked quite well. Hot chocolate was more like a smooth chocolate syrup that was a bit sweet 3) Cannoli - pistachio crusted, citrusy flavor. I am a fan 4) Figs covered in chocolate - this was good but there wasn't much to comment on Desserts overall seem to make up a good half of the calories in just these 3 items, but they were hearty and served a great conclusion to the meal. At the end, we got a copy of the menu and a small box of additional desserts to enjoy. Majority of the food overall is amazing and somewhat creative. Service is top notch - water refills were punctual and dishes were cleared out promptly after we finish. With a lot of fine dining in Seattle, this place can be overlooked somewhat as everyone usually goes to the omakases, kaisekis, and other classics, but it is a worthwhile venture if you have the time and money to splurge read more

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We had the best dinner here on my husband's 50th birthday. I treated him to a trip to Seattle to mark the occasion, and for the actual day of his birthday, I knew I had to find somewhere special. As foodies, we love a good tasting menu, and after doing some research, I decided to make a reservation at the chef's counter at Altura. I highly recommend reserving at the counter so you can see the chefs preparing each course. We shared a bottle of champagne rather than doing a wine pairing (reds give me migraines), but the sommelier also gave us a very generous taste of a sparkling from England that he had open (we'd never tried a sparkling from England before). Every course was delicious and innovative. They also had A5 Wagyu available as well as a supplement, and we happily added it to our menu - so rich and tender - served with some flaky salt to dip into. I am also not big on lamb personally, and when they learned that, our server happily mentioned that they could substitute a fish course instead. It was cooked in a brown butter sauce and was so tender and flaky - I loved it! Every course was amazing. The menu changes so I won't go into everything that we had, but trust the chefs - they will surprise and delight with every bite. At the end of the meal, I had ordered the add-on cake for my husband's birthday, but they asked whether we would like to have a slice or just have it packed up, and after all of the amazing food we had to pack it up and take it with us. It survived the flight back home (haha - TSA asked me if I had anything prohibited, and then asked me instead if I had something delicious when they saw it), and it tasted amazing the next few days - the best cake we've ever had! The decor is warm and welcoming - perfect for a special occasion such as ours. At the end of the night, the sommelier also asked if we would like to have some grappa, and gathered the chefs to toast my husband's 50th before we headed out. It was a perfect way to end the night. We have been to several Michelin star restaurants, and while Michelin doesn't rate this region, Altura keeps up with some of the best (I think just behind SingleThread and Atelier Crenn, but don't tell Thomas Keller that I said so, lol). We loved Seattle, and Altura was the highlight of our trip. read more

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I've been to Altura twice, 1 year apart. The first time I had a great time and I loved it, the food, the wine pairing, the service, everything. It felt on par with a 2 Michelin star restaurant. Unfortunately, just as my friends told me, the quality at this restaurant is inconsistent. Second time around, the food is still good but not great. The chef was being experimental with more flavors. Plating was still extremely pretty but the servers didn't make sure the plate was oriented correctly. A dish that had 3 times left to right was presented right to left for others at my table. The servers poured us wine but didn't introduce the wine this time. Last year, my table had a blast but this time the experience was just meh and not as good as I had remembered it, Still good but not excellent and not consistent so I cannot give this restaurant 5 stars for how much it costs. Atmosphere is still romantic though. I would definitely take a date here. They would be impressed. read more

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Came back for a second meal this weekend - first one was six months ago. Still an exceptional dining experience, especially at the counter. Altura only does a chef-driven menu every night. They offer a choice of non-alcoholic, every-other-alcoholic or each-course wine pairings for drinks. There's often a theme running through the meal, ours was tarragon and herbal notes. Food and drink expertly matched for flavor, with each complimenting the other. This is a three hour experience, with each course prepared as the prior is being served. Counter seats include being able to see all the different techniques, a must for foodies. Easily on par with Michelin star restaurants. A must do for true foodies. Our optional bonus this night was hand shaved Italian white truffle along with the goat pasta. Of course we said yes, and of course it was a taste experience. read more

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It was my first time at a tasting menu. My boyfriend and I came here for a date. The place was clean, and had a rustic and calming feel. The entire tasting menu was a 3 hour experience where the chefs takes your taste buds on a rollercoaster ride. I think this is honestly the best meal I ever had. When we first sat down they gave us a palate cleanser. Then we ordered a drink if you did not want your meals to be paired with drinks. We just ordered a glass of white wine since we are not big drinkers and we had a flights to catch the next day. Then the meal starts we had oysters, steak, pasta, caviar (basically a range of food) and each dish was a different taste focus. For desserts we had cannoli, chocolate and a brûlée. The service here was excellent. Everyone was very kind and when you get up they get you a new napkin. read more

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Best meal from the weekend was an experience like nothing I've ever had. The 3+ hour adventure was a 9 course tasting menu with seats at the bar allowing us a direct view into the kitchen as the chefs worked their magic like a well choreographed ballet. Starting the evening was the stuzzichini consisting of pancetta wrapped mussel, a mustard green sponge cake with Vitello tonnato, and an olive oil baba. Nope. Don't know what any of that means except that it was delicious. Next up was fermented potato with cured salmon roe, a savory sea urchin cannoli, and whipped foie gras. 3rd course featured black cod with smoked ostera caviar, 4th was a wild mushroom risotto and 5th was a goat tortellini with shaved white truffle, house made sourdough and cultured butter. Next was a remarkable grape sorbetto with a tarragon granita, followed by an incredible dry aged duck breast with a delectable potatoe purée and pickled cherries. The 8th course, affectionately named "1st dessert" was a ginger semifreddo paired with huckleberry and 2nd dessert was a pistachio gelato, cherry grappa, aerated hot chocolate and cannoli - with caramelized white chocolate covered brandy preserved figs. The food was delicious. The chefs skilled and entertaining. The drinks were skillfully paired with each course to highlight and amplify the flavors. Worth every penny. read more

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I've now been here twice and each time has been extraordinary. The first time we didn't know what to expect and were pleasantly surprised at the Michelin-quality food and service. The second time was more seafood-focused than the first, which was good with me since I love seafood. Each course was explained in detail and I really like sitting at the counter so I can see how much precision and attention to detail goes into every part of each dish. read more

I used to read about Altura often, but I never got around to dining here the last time I lived in the Emerald City.  Now that I'm back again, I made a point of connecting with one of my fellow food adventurers to head here for dinner.  I turned out to be even better than I had imagined it would be! Altura has a multi-course tasting menu they create each day, using seasonal ingredients sourced from both the garden and from the sea.  Your server will describe each plate as it's served, and a menu with full details for each course is provided at the end of the meal.  The meal begins with a series of small bites (know in Italy as Stuzzichini), and then progresses to several beauitfuilly presented and well-plated dishes.  There are various house-made beverages (wine, beer, and/or non-alcoholic) available to pair with with your meal. Tip: The price for the tasting menu is $175 per person Service is attentive, the venue is small and cozy and the overall feel is warm and intimate.  Each and every course in our meal was off-the-charts delicious, so it's impossible to single out any single dish as a favorite; when you dine at Altura the entire dining experience will become an instant favorite! read more

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