So this is a very delayed review. Due to the holidays and life getting in the way but I wanted to…read moremake sure I write this because I had such a great experience here that I'm still thinking about it. My partner and I are just in the beginning stages of wine education and we absolutely loved this place. The selection of reds are amazing and yes the cursive on the chalk board is hard to focus on at a distance but you just have to read. Not too hard. Laura was an amazing guide and I could not get enough of her, she took really good care of us. She was knowledgeable, effervescent, with just a touch of sassiness; which my partner and I live for!!!! She really made our night. Great vibes all around and I feel like I really learned something about French wines and just wine overall. When I come back to downtown I will be sure to frequent this wine bar because, honey. I'm a fan!!!!!

Great vibes and good food. There can be a line and there's limited seating. Menu can be hard to…read moreread on the chalk board so ask if you're confused. Wine was great, beef tartare wasn't my favourite but there's a mushroom dish I really liked. Small plates so if you want to be full, get the dish or more bread.

Flat Bread - We ordered the flat bread with spicy Caccioppo pork sausage, béchamel, Pernod fennel,…read moremozzarella, Grana Padano, and garlic. The crust was on the thicker side and packed with rich garlic flavor. The center of the flat bread was more flavorful than the edges. Crispy Karaage Chicken Wings - The karaage seasoning comes as a powder rub. It wasn't my favorite because it didn't taste much like traditional karaage. It's also a bit messy to eat, so be careful not to get the powder on your clothes. Interestingly, the flavor reminded me of Maruchan shrimp flavored instant noodles. On the plus side, the portion size was generous and offered good value for an appetizer. Gambas al Ajillo - This dish features spicy garlic shrimp and chicken chorizo. The shrimp was fresh and well cooked, though it wasn't particularly spicy. The chorizo brought more heat and had excellent flavor. I highly recommend ordering this alongside the flat bread. We used the gambas garlic oil/ sauce from this dish as a dipping sauce for the bread, which added a delicious extra kick. Espresso Martini - They make their espresso martini using drip coffee, and surprisingly, it works really well. This was my first time having one made this way, and I enjoyed it. Service & Overall Experience - The service was excellent. Our server checked in on us regularly without being intrusive and gave us plenty of space to enjoy our meal. Overall, both the food and drinks were solid, making for a very enjoyable dining experience.

Not as good as previous visits. I saw only one person taking orders, and this is not a small place…read more The server was very nice. But the only time we saw him was when we tracked him down to order or request our check. The blasted broccoli used to be my favorite. They've changed it and it's not as good. Other of our favorites were missing from the menu entirely. (Oh where did you go, spicy shrimp with shells?) We did like the karaage chicken wings. Liked them a lot. I'd say to be sure and order them. The ravioli and mushrooms would have been nice, but was so overly drenched in brown butter it was not pleasant. Who knew there could be too much brown butter? This dish would benefit by a bit of acid - maybe a balsamic drizzle? The best part of the tandoori style chicken by far were the interesting garnishes along with the tzatziki. The chicken was just a vehicle for the rest.

Very good service and nice atmosphere! We were just walking…read morearound me and my friend and we decided to give that place a try and the food was delicious! You must visit.

Gave this restaurant a try after walking by it on my way home recently. The food was pretty good,…read morenot a ton of diversity but hey pasta if pasta. Have the limoncello cocktail which was nice, along with a bottle of wine and some after dinner limoncello. It is definitely a cocktail place so if you are looking for a variety of wine this may not be your place. Overall had a lovely time, the tiramisu was good if you like it with mostly cream, but there was quite a bit of a feeling of being pushed out before we even walked in. Our waitress was not super friendly and seemed frantic to move us through our meal very quickly which was unfortunate. If you are looking to relax this may or may not give you that depending on the time of day. Great outdoor seating if you can manage to get some!

Setting the Bar High…read more Beer and wine cart located at the top of The Space Needle™ that has quite a nice selection of local brews, local wines and even locally-made snacks! The prices aren't too exorbitant--at least by SF Bay Area standards--and the beers/cider came out ice cold. The service was friendly, albeit a bit slow, but she got the job done. One really can't beat the views here. They don't hurry you out of the needle, so slow down, grab a beer, relax and enjoy the world go by. Plus, it's a great people watching space!

This tasting room is everything I was looking for! Super cute tucked away in the market, unique…read morevariety of local wines, and the staff are always very knowledgeable!

I rarely leave one-star reviews because I usually choose places I genuinely enjoy--but this…read moreexperience was beyond irritating and disappointing. This used to be one of my favorite spots at Pike Market. For years, I made it a tradition to bring out-of-town guests here. Over time, I have brought more than 100 people here. It had a charming, warm, and welcoming feel--like a hidden gem in the city. It oozed with kindness and fun. Unfortunately, that has completely flipped! Since the new manager, Anthony, took over, the entire atmosphere has shocked me. What was once inviting now is rigid, cold, and unwelcoming. The biggest issue, however, was the way I was treated. The interaction felt unnecessarily rude and dismissive, which was both surprising and disappointing given my long history with this place. Great establishments are built not just on food or ambiance, but on how people are treated--and that piece is clearly missing now. It's especially unfortunate because the rest of the team still shows glimpses of what this place used to be. Jordon, was genuinely kind and pleasant, but one positive interaction couldn't outweigh the manager's miserable attitude. It's hard to see a place that once felt so special lose its charm like this. I know the winemaker Paul is a great person - so it is hard to leave such a terrible review, but at the same time, if this was my place -- I would want to know what was happening behind the scenes at my establishment. I truly hope leadership reflects on how customer experience is being handled moving forward. Don't give money to places that have toxic attitudes and are joy crushers! Life is too short and far too precious! In the meantime, there are many nearby spots that consistently deliver both quality and incredible hospitality. Skip this place, and instead go to Browne Family Vineyards Tasting Room, The Lonely Siren, The Pink Door, Place Pigalle, or Maximilien. Those places are working very hard to create an exceptional experience!

La Vita E Bella is one of those local Italian restaurants people constantly recommend to friends…read moreand family for a reason. Nestled in the historic Belltown neighborhood, it perfectly blends classic Italian flavors with cozy rustic charm. The service throughout the night was attentive, welcoming, and never overbearing. I would definitely put this as your next date night spot. Normally I save an espresso martini for the end of the meal, but their Vanilla Bourbon Espresso Martini completely changed my plans. I'd never had bourbon in an espresso martini before, and honestly, I may never go back to vodka again. It wasn't overly sweet and had just the right amount of bourbon flavor to complement the vanilla notes without overpowering the drink. The complimentary bread was a great touch, but the real standout was the garlic, olive oil, and basil dipping sauce. It was unapologetically garlic-forward, which is exactly how bread service should be in my opinion. Somewhere an Italian grandmother nodded in approval. For mains, we ordered the classic pepperoni pizza and the Gnocchi Pepirosso. The pizza was excellent and absolutely better than any standard takeout chain pizza. Perfectly sauced, beautifully baked, and finished with just enough spice to elevate it. That said, the gnocchi completely stole the show for me. As someone who considers himself a bit of a gnocchi connoisseur, these were perfect little pillows of happiness swimming in an incredible sauce with Italian sausage. Honestly, I got hungry all over again just writing this review. La Vita E Bella feels like the kind of neighborhood restaurant you end up becoming a regular at without even meaning to.

This review is mainly for the service, not the food. I totally forgot to take pictures of the food…read moreas it was secondary to the service aspect of this visit. We arrived, my friend chose this restaurant, apparently she comes here often. We came here on the Sunday before the FIFA stuff started with a lot of folks in town! We get seated, they bring bread and the dipping sauce. And we want more but they ran out of bread. Were there around 7:30p, so not particularly late...but how do you run out of bread? Anyhow, we ordered the spinach salad that we shared and my friend ordered Spaghetti al Porro and I ordered the mushroom ravioli...the salad was great. So the spaghetti arrives it looks/tastes amazing....the waitress brings me mushroom crepes...I didn't order that. So she takes the order to the table next to us. While waiting, we overhear that the same waitress brought to the wrong meal to the table on the other side of us. She brings my ravioli finally and it was so watery...I couldn't eat it. So I asked for the same dish my friend had. By this time I am pretty much done... I don't know if the waitress was having an off day or if that is her normal state....which I have a tendency to believe...some people are not meant to be waitresses. By now I am just ready to go....put my food in a box and let me out of here. I don't know if I will go back there...but I hope if I do....that I have it in me to be open to a better experience. The food at the end....was great....it was the process of getting there, that took me for a loop!

After sitting down, I saw a super loving grandparents. They were dressed very formally; the…read moregrandfather was even wearing a suit and dress shoes. It was like a casual, ceremonial date, so beautiful I couldn't resist taking a picture. The scene was as serene and warm as the sunset in the background. We ordered several dishes, all of which were good, but I personally found everything a little too salty, and I kept drinking water. However, I'll forgive the ambiance and atmosphere.

I was celebrating a birthday with a loved one on a lovely Saturday afternoon in late June. The…read moresetting was perfect, with a sense of bustle without being too noisy or too crowded. The seasonal appetizer special (crab and pea bruschetta) was fabulous, as were the entrees. All our food choices were spot on, and recommended by the knowledgeable, professional, friendly wait staff member Jake, who was perfectly attentive to our needs at just the right times. Definitely a place to return to as often as I can manage it.

NEB never fails. A cozy Italian restaurant in Belltown with really wonderful service and AWESOME…read morefood !! I will keep going back again and again. Everyone in my party of 5 absolutely loved the food. Sad that the delicious vegetarian lasagna is no longer on the menu, but the Ricotta and pasta with fresh peas was divine!

Neb had such promise but fell short with the service. My group had a reservation at 6 PM and we…read morefinished dinner after getting our dessert at around 9 PM. We waited for 3 hours in total to get the full extent of our meal. Half of us opted for the Seattle Restaurant Week menu since we were new to the area and wanted to get a sense of what the restaurant had to offer. The restaurant week menu was $50 for a choice of an antipasti, pasta, secondi, and dessert. For the antipasti, you get your choice of a house salad or bruschetta. The choices for the pasta are between the gnochi or the cannelloni. For the secondi, you can either go for the braised spring lamb or the eggplant parmigiana. The dessert options are between the tiramisu and lemon sorbet. The winner for me was the gnochi but someone else from my table could not stop raving about the cannelloni so multiple dishes stood out throughout the night. The braised spring lamb was tender and fell right off the bone. I would skip the halibut - it was too salty! We also ordered a bottle of wine to share and the recommendation by the server was a crowd pleaser. If you're not sure what to get for wine, ask the server! Maybe it was because each course took a while to come out, but none of us were satisfied with the quantity they served because we had to wait so long. The restaurant did experience a rush of people during dinner time but to wait three hours for the full dinner at this price point doesn't feel too great, especially when we had a reservation. Other than that, solid food for the location and the ambiance of the place was trendy/lively on a Wednesday night.