Fantastic dishes; decent service. My friends and I ordered the Chop salad (delicious); meat balls (delicious); poached egg (amazing); potato gnocchi pasta (good). Everything about the food was great; I have no complaints. The only reason why I gave the gnocchi a decent rating is because it's not to my taste - it was a little meaty and bland, but I'm sure there are a ton of other people who would love this. It was still cooked well. The only minor issue I had was with the service. The waiter seldom came by and my debit card was charged 3 times. I was with two other friends and although we were splitting the bill 3 ways, I still got charged for all 3 splits. I noticed he corrected the issue b/c my bank statement showed that it was corrected, but I was still charged twice. I didn't mind only b/c we have Venmo and my friend just venmo'd me the difference for her portion of the bill. But I was very happy with the experience I had with the food. Will definitely be back for more. read more

We first saw the Artusi brunch listed in the Seattle Eater and decided to try it out. I've been twice now. The first time we got the omelette with mushroom ragu and parmigiano, the Brioche Crouton with a hardboiled egg, tuna, olives, and white beans, ricotta pancakes with apples and vanilla cream. The Brioche Crouton was our favorite. The brioche was not overpowering and paired nicely with the egg and tuna. The ricotta pancakes were sweet and delicious. We appreciated that they weren't too large like the pancakes at a lot of restaurants. The omelette was also good. During brunch you can get a mimosa pitcher and two breakfast dishes for $30 which is a bargain. Highly recommend trying this place out before it goes crazy! It's got a very nice dining room as well, good for a breakfast with parents or a date. read more

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I had been wanting to try out their late night happy hour menu for quite a while and finally decided to come on a Friday night. The restaurant wasn't too crowded and I was seated before 10 PM. The ambiance of the place is cozy with low light and a very modern looking chandelier. I like the open bar seating area as well as the tables along the windows. There was so much we wanted to try that we ended up ordering a ton of food. We started with the bread and olive oil and the salami, which was a great deal. For $7, we got a decently sized plate of amazing salami with craisins. Then, we had the lamb neck pie. It was my first time having the dish and was pleasantly surprised with how mild it was. The pie itself tasted more squash-like or pumpkiny and crumbled as soon as we cut into it. The meat was very tender and only slightly flavored as the lamb itself already had a very distinct taste. The meatballs and the pasta dishes were my favorite. The meatball is a must-try! We ordered the pasta della sera from the late night happy hour menu and the beef ragu from the regular menu. The pasta della sera looked like gnocchis, but were more chewy. The pasta were cooked to perfection. The beef ragu was so delicious as well - the pasta was so thinly pressed that it was fully coated in the sauce and meat. I would say the late night happy hour is a great deal since you get to try a bunch of different dishes for a much cheaper price! read more

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Services great, super friendly, ambience was awesome. The food really missed the mark. We had the special lobster ravioli, it was so so salty. It was very small portions, the smallest portions I've ever seen even for these types of restaurants. Overall the food was just extremely salty, and bit disappointing. Might be a good date night spot if you're just trying to kill some time, grab a drink and small bites. I wouldn't come back for a full dinner. read more

Underwhelming, overpriced, so hungry. I think people are hyping it and coming here because they see that it's full on the inside, but if you're really curious, come sit down and eat, it's pretty meh in every way. read more

Trust someone who was born and raised in Italy. Sadly, less than mediocre food at a pretty high price. Disappointing

A slight change of pace from next doors sister restaurant, Spinasse but you can actually get into Artusi without an elusive reservation. excellent staff and food. get the Hazelnuts! read more

The perfect date night! On Sunday and Monday night, Artusi gives you the choice of two entrees and a bottle of wine for $40. Between their ambiance and the delicious food, it's a recipe for a great night. Whenever I see the gnocchi on the menu, I say YES! It's the perfect pillow of delicious dumpling goodness. Try it and you won't regret it. Pros: great deal (if you come at the right time), delicious food, fantastic service Cons: limited seating, street parking read more

Artusi is definitely worth a visit for its pasta nights: 2 pastas (there are usually 3 or 4 on the menu) and a bottle of house wine for $40. This is a fantastic deal for the neighborhood and for the regular prices (~$20 for a pasta alone) at this establishment. That said, pastas (and all the dishes I saw) are pretty small, so order an appetizer or two if you're a normal amount hungry. The food itself is really nicely prepared and presented; everything was cooked well and had a good balance of flavors. Restaurant/bar is fairly small--for groups, I don't think they could seat a table of more than maybe 6-8 people--so go early on busy evenings (Friday through Monday) read more

Artusi has brunch now!! It might be limited time but you get a pitcher of mixed drinks and 2 menu items for $30.. The pancetta risotto was cheesy delicious with a yolk in the middle. I also got the dutch baby which was good but a little small. Dinner is also really good with a good happy hour for food and drinks. read more

Artusi - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Recently visited with a couple of friends. We had an assortment of the anti-pastas and we also ordered the three main pastas and the special, as well as the meatballs. The burrata was pretty good, not a huge fan of the minced zucchini but throw it on some bread dipped in olive oil and cuts some of the sweetness. Really enjoyed the Fra'Mani salame della sera. I liked the pears sugary sweetness with the saltiness of the meats. The Tonnarelli and the special pasta of the night were very on point but found the risotto to be salty and gnocchi a bit dense. However, aside from those two critiques the flavor profiles were forward and pleasant. Finally, had the tiramisu (off menu) for desert, very light, would have preferred a stronger mascarpone and cocoa flavor. The food came out at a decent pace but our server could be reminded she's in the service business. Regardless, enjoyed the atmosphere and might return but would probably rather just go to Spinasse. read more

BRUNCH!! Saturday and Sunday 10-2. Oh this is such a hidden gem. I went here in a group which was awesome because I got to try a lot of the dishes and so many of them I could eat because they were gluten free. I had the Risotto with prosciutto cotto, bacon and a raw egg yolk. You mix in that egg and it is so unctuous, heavenly. I think about it. A lot. It's a problem, actually! Moving on, I tried the hash with beef brisket, Benedicto with poached egg, braised pork and fonduta, the soft scramble with dungeness crab and the omelette with mushroom ragu. Absolutely everything was amazing! And the fresh fruit was so nice. There were also scones that day which i couldn't try as well as focaccia. Rave reviews from my party. The mimosa pitchers are plenty boozy and large. The atmosphere is very nice, the door was open with a nice breeze and a lot of light streaming in through the huge windows. At 10 am on a Sunday, it wasn't full, but was much busier by the time we left. This is one of my favorite meals in Seattle, hands down, and good news!!! It's totally affordable! Two main dishes and a pitcher are $35! (6/2019) One little request... please offer a gluten free bread option, we don't care if it's out of a Franz bag, I just want to eat a piece of toast with my brunch like everyone else. read more

Artusi - Brunch risotto, fruit plate and mimosa pitcher. Yummmm! - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

It's great, really not much more needs to be said. It's also home to one of the best values in the entire city. Sunday and Monday night, any two pasta dishes and a bottle of wine are $30! Incredible! I know what you're thinking, must be terrible wine to be that cheap. Nope. The bottle of bubbles I had was listed on the menu for $45. Yup, got two pastas and the same bottle for $15 less than just the bottle alone. Un-freaking-real. Menu changes really frequently, so all the pasta is always made in house, from scratch, and is delicious. I wish Artusi was in Bellevue, I'd have a standing reservation there on Sunday and Monday if they ever open an outpost on the Eastside. read more

So had reservations at another restaurant ( next door) and we had our friends drop... so being from east coast were "hangry" at 5:45 pm(8:45pm our time) and other restaurant couldn't push us up. Sooo walked into Artusi... unbelievable!!!!!! Run - seriously don't walk.. $45 bottle of wine and two pasta plates.. incredible pasta dishes- homemade pasta... watched chef prepare. we are coming back every time we are in Seattle! Homemade bread, Burrato to start.. unbelievable bottle of wine and the Cavetelli .. my husband ordered the pasta of the day.. I ended up eating all of it ...-so we ordered ANOTHER bowl of the cavetelli. This place is amazing- foodie's need to drop what they are doing and run/head to Artusi before everyone realizes they are as good as Spinasse. read more

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I had tried Artusi for a cocktail before, but never the food. They always are busy when I walk by and now I know why. I went for a late dinner with my husband and we sat at the bar - we were in the mood for some comfort food. And boy did Artusi deliver! We ordered some cocktails, the bread (which was pillowy soft and delicious with a crusty shell, perfect for dipping in the olive oil it came with), two pasta dishes and dessert. Everything was incredible, clearly made from scratch and seasoned to perfection. The pasta special I got was melt-in-your-mouth good and rivaled some of the best pasta I had while in Italy. The portion sizes were great too - not excessively small or large, just right to eat until satiated and left craving just one more bite. Their chocolate cake dessert was heavenly, everything you want from a good chocolate cake (but usually it doesn't live up to the expectation like Artusi's did) - paired with cherries and a nutty crust on the icing. I'm drooling just thinking about it. The cocktails were also on point like our last visit. Maybe it's because we sat at the bar but we were a little unclear on who to order from, as we interacted with the bartender as well as some of the other staff behind the counter - everyone was polite but we definitely had to indicate when we wanted to order something. We plan to return again soon for their pasta and wine special! And more of that amazing chocolate cake. read more

I love this place. Spinasse is definitely my favorite Italian restaurant in Seattle but this is the second best in terms of price and taste. When I don't want to splurge on Spinasse, I can jump over here and spend half the price. They're owned by the same owner so that should give you an idea. I usually go for anything with herbs, butter and cheese but loved their meat entrees. read more

Artusi - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

What a fabulous find for our first night in Seattle! We loved our old fashion cocktails, wine and our fried bread with prosciutto, meatballs and chicken sausage ravioli. Scrumptious! This corner cafe has a wonderful vibe to it and our server Rachel was a delight. She went next door to bring my hubby his beloved tiramisu. Would highly recommend it! read more

Artusi - Part of the bar and the chef cooking - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I love Artusi! One can never go wrong here. Food is amazing, fresh pasta, great salad and can we just mention the olive oil . Great quality, earthy very distinct. The wine is always amazing. That's why I went here in the first place! The dressing they toss the salad in is so good, I can't figure what it is. My only thing is it's small, tight spot. So if you don't mind space, then this the place to eat and drink! read more

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Dang. How come I skipped Artusi when I love Spinasse so much? A quick drink before dinner there became a couple of drinks and some nibbles. Great craft cocktails and some tasty nibbles. We were here early so it was quiet. I was able to chat with the bartender a bit. We bonded. LOL. When our reservations came up, I sort of wanted to stay. I need to come back when I can sit outside and take advantage of the outdoor seating. read more

Artusi~ as a fan of all things Jason Stratton, I adore this place. The dark, woody, dim atmosphere. Wicked wine list, that cold egg dish they used to have! My gay best friend and I came here few years ago for date night. It was their first week of opening. And I can honestly say I still remember every single detail of that dinner. Every single bite, sip, things we talked about, many bites of magnificent food. It was also one of the very few meals I've had without photographing my food. And I remember it all! Chicory salad with duck fat, soft boiled egg ( cold on the outside and ooey gooey inside) Italian wedding soup Fernet! Aperol Spritz ( which is also my choice of drink at their coolest new baby) Bambi Warhol!! This ones for you Bambi! And the other goodies they share with spinasse! Lamb shank? Yes please. Brown butter tortellini with sage and roasted squash? Always my favorite. I even tried recreating this at home! My gracious sever found out the recipe for me! How cool is that? Overall , this is my go to place when I want to have a grown up /relax evening. I come here for wine, drinks and nibbles without waiting in line, fighting crowds outside. It is my goto when I want to sit and sip for hours. And the atmosphere is such that I can do it without ever feeling rushed! This was the next best thing whenever I couldn't get my pasta next door for the longest time. And now I come here because I simply love it. Every single bite!!!!! read more

What's not to love about this place? They do what they do so, so well. If you're trying to make up your mind about whether to visit, well, it's a fancy craft cocktail bar, one of the best in town, and they keep their focus very narrowly on that work--it's not cheap at all, but it's very nice, and the cocktails are excellent. If you just want a good drink, this place will take care of you; all you have to do is be willing to pay $12 for a small, relatively low-boost cocktail. If you're trying to choose among all the craft cocktail bars in town, well, I'm not the guy to help tease out the subtle nuances that distinguish one from another. I go to these places maybe once every 3-4 years. There is a huge display bar occupying about 40% of the space, and a good-sized display kitchen occupying another 20% of it. There are narrow walkways and rows of stools occupying the rest. The walls are huge floor-to-ceiling plate glass windows, just flooding the place with light, and affording good people-watching thanks to all the sidewalk foot traffic. If you come in from the burbs, like we did, there's handy pay parking in the building for decent prices. We settled in for pre-dinner cocktails before walking back through to the dining room on the other side of wall (separate business with a different name, but all part of the same space). Between the 6 of us we had a something-something Belle, which was a tart and vinegary raspberry cocktail that tasted like a framboise. The Cloudwar was dry and intensely ginger-y. The Maple Leaf Punch was very dry thanks to the black tea. We had a couple other things, all very good, all $10-$12. Even knocking back at least 2 cocktails apiece in about 30 minutes, no one was even slightly buzzed. That might or might not matter to you, and might or might not affect whether this place seems like a good value. But it's worth knowing going in--this isn't really a place to tie one on. You're paying for the skill of the bartender, and you're getting about as much kick as you would from a light beer. read more

I've only been to Artusi for brunch, but I'd love to return for dinner too. I was pleasantly surprised with my experience at brunch. I wouldn't recommend Artusi for large groups- but my friends and I always do it anyways because we like to suffer and wait for tables. We had a table of 6 and we all opted for the Special $30 two food items + cocktail pitcher and split them amongst two people. I'm not sure if this is designed for one person to have two dishes and a cocktail pitcher or for two people because the dishes are just a tad too small portion wise for a good meal. However, the bonus of a cocktail pitcher for only $30 total makes up for it. Most brunch places in Capitol Hill will be $15 for your meal + $11-15 for ONE mimosa on top of that so this is one of the much better value places in my opinion. The risotto and the hash are my favorites so I'd highly recommend those two. We all ordered different cocktail pitchers so we could try them all. However, the waitress was adamant that the cocktails needed to be served in the correct glasses and that we couldn't share because it wasn't possible to pour them into other glasses. So... we did it anyways behind her back. That was kind of a weird experience, but the cocktail pitcher experience was fun and we all enjoyed ourselves. Overall I can't wait to return to Artusi for brunch again and also to try dinner! read more

The decor of this place is pretty cool. A lot of bar type seating and then smaller 2-4 person tables. Server was awesome. Super friendly/approachable. Food: I've heard that the drinks are good here and indeed it was! I had the Hayworth - very well made. As for food, we had 1) beets - w/ yogurt, mint granola. I like beets and it was good here, but all the extras really didn't add much to my taste buds. 2) Tagliatelle w/ rabbit meat. Ok, I did not suggest to get this. I think this was my first time trying it. There's nothing wrong with it, except just that I keep imagining a rabbit. Other meats I'm better with because I'm more used to eating it and an animal does not come to mind. I ate one small piece and my boyfriend ate the rest. The pasta was good though. I had some of that. I just couldn't get over it mentally. 3) Roasted Squash tortellini in sage/brown butter sauce. This was very yummy. However, a half portion only comes with 5 tortellinis. Should get the full portion next time. The squash filling inside was super good and sage/brown butter yums! 4) Pork Belly. This was very soft, not as fatty as some other pork bellies I've had, which is a good thing for me. 5) Chocolate Cake. Dulce de leche center, which I barely tasted. Ganache on the outside and topped w/ chocolate buttercream. The dessert was just ok. Prices: Drinks are around $11-12, which I guess is on the high side, but comparable to other spots that serve specialty cocktails. The pastas are the same price as Cascina Spinasse next door ($15ish for a half portion, 25ish for a full portion). Other sharing plates were in the 20s. Appetizers/salads were more like $13-$15. Total bill was around $100 before tip. 5 stars because drinks were yummy. Food overall was as well. I really like the pastas. Overall, good time! read more

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A true cocktail bar. Not gastropub, not speakeasy, no fussy mixology. Just cocktails on centerstage. Classics done well in a tucked-away setting. Sharing a kitchen with Spinasse (fave) means some tasty snacking to be had - a divine chocolate ganache in the opera cake. Roasted hazelnuts with chile, sprinkled with sugar - pure genius. Interruption not an option. Come here for a relaxed unwind, seldom found elsewhere. read more

We made the mistake of coming in Artusi once the SeattleMet article about their killer pasta + wine deal went public, so safe to say it was quite busy. We wanted nearly 90 minutes, but who could pass up such an insane deal! We were a group of 4 and ended up getting a corner seat at their bar top, which was nice and cozy. It's a little strange to me that they have two bar tops, and not very many tables, but that is beyond my scope of this review. Once seated, the server promptly asked us if we knew about the pasta + wine for $35, and it's like "Duh. That's why we and everyone in here is here for...and why it's so poppin' in here on a Sunday!". They have a sparkling, red, white, and rose all pre-chosen for their menu, and you get to choose from the three pasta's on the menu. The pasta options aren't that exciting - they had a rabbit maltagliatti, italian ramen, and a corn risotto. I hope they do different rotations of pasta's based on the demand for this great deal. I got the rabbit maltagliatti, which was amazingly thin pasta with very tender and flavorful rabbit! Beware though, the portion is relatively small, so either grab apps there or somewhere close by prior to sitting down. Overall, a very pleasant evening despite the extensive wait. I hope they fix staffing and wait time issues to allow more people to take advantage of their Pasta Night deals! Will definitely come back again, and hopefully see some other pasta options on the menu. read more

Great little spot on the hill! After walking around the neighborhood I stumbled upon this place and couldn't help but notice it had quite a bit of outdoor seating! Happy Hour runs from 5-7PM so I had made it just in time! After grabbing up a spot outside I quickly ordered a glass of their House Red for a mere $6. It was definitely tasty. They also had several other delicious looking cocktails for $6 as well. In terms of food their HH menu can't be beat. I tried out the cheese plate...you may order 1-3 on your plate for various prices. Of course I had to try all 3. Each were fantastic and paired well with the fresh bread. I also ordered the Duck Meatballs which was wrapped in cabbage and had fonduta surrounding it. As it was tasty it was also very rich. I recommend sharing. All in all it was a nice filling meal and their dinner menu looked great as well. Staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely a pleasant evening out. read more

Artusi - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This is a great spot to pop into for cocktails, snacks, or dessert. I have actually never eaten a meal here but I think it serves its purpose best as a drop by kind of place. The majority of the space is taken up by a massive L-shaped bar and two-tops line a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows. It's bright, spare, and eclectically decorated with paper tube lamps suspended from the ceiling and hexagonal tiles everywhere. The cocktails are very unique and challenging to the palate. If you're an adventurous drinker, you will love Artusi. They also serve up a flight of grappa if you're into that kind of thing. The desserts are memorable and have wonderful, fresh components and the little savory plates are made with extremely high quality ingredients. The happy hour here is probably one of the most refined in the city. You can have $6 shots of fernet branca, $4 mini carafes of delicious red or white wine, $5 off any bottle of wine, and $6 small plates. It's an amazing deal because it's all done so well. Highly recommended. read more

Artusi - Happy hour wine served in a mini carafe. - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

That night we were walking the streets of the Hill looking to get dinner somewhere that catches our eye. Mac spotted Artusi's outside patio and I was reluctant in the beginning as we were headed towards a sushi place closer to 15th. We decided to got a table on the patio and I am so glad I gave in! Our waitress was fantastic. When she left after telling us the specials we got into a conversation about how she's probably a writer or a college level professor in her day life. Their cocktails were delicious, on a smaller side, low in alcohol and pricey at $11,12 per glass. Sashay Away was my favorite: sweet, but refreshing. I would stick with wine for dinner, and have cocktails just by themselves next time I am here. We got the Roasted Hazelnuts for starters- they were a great snack- more on a sweeter side. Again I would maybe get them again when I am there just for drinks. Their bread was amazing. Rustic and crunchy, European style ans served with good quality citrus olive oil. I am glad our main dishes came as we would probably get another loaf. Onto the pastas: Mac got the special: I believe they were gnocchi with salmon filling in them served with a creamy sauce. So delicious, but my dish was just slightly tastier: Cavatelli with chanterelle ragu & parmigiano. It was so tasty with marinated mushrooms flavors and saltiness of cheese with really good amount of chanterelles... I love that you can order a small portion of their pastas too. That was definitely enough for me on that evening as I wasn't too hungry. I would probably get a small pasta dish instead of an appetizer if I am getting an entree next time I am here. Surprise: when I went to look for bathrooms I noticed buzzing and classy restaurant attached to Artusi on the other side. When I asked our waitress about it she said that they have the same owner, but separate kitchens etc. When she dropped off their menus with the name printed on it I was so excited to find out that this was the famous Spinasse! I've heard all about it, now I saw it and I can't wait to try it too. Also I would change my dining plans for Artusi again, anytime. read more

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The happy hour menu is to die for. At first glance it seems awfully simple-- 6 cocktails, one of them a gin and tonic, all the rest with apertifs or other strong-flavored liquors and a white and red wine for drink, 7 nibbles, one seasoned nuts and the other a cheese sampler. I was underwhelmed. I chose the cynar collins, roasted squash tortelloni with fried sage, browned butter, and parmigiano and the bruchetta from the HH menu. Friends had brussels sprouts with shallots and peppers and the pasta of the day, which I am having a hard time recalling the ingredients of. Brussels are hard to mess up, and these roasted ones were a good serving size and tasty. My bruschetta was a little off-putting. I'm not sure if it was a smell of something cooking from their open concept kitchen or the fennel, but there was a distinct smell of feet. I dove right in anyway-- the visuals of the dish were good enough for me. This dish is awesome. The creativity and amazing flavor profile of the sausage spread, fresh, melted mozarella, and shaved fennel with spice was so good. It was meaty and the bread was crusty and cheesy... the only downside to this dish is how small it is. Brussels were more for your money, so to speak. I was a little disappointed in my pasta. Don't get me wrong, it was so tasty. I thought the actual pasta was a little firm for my taste, but the fried sage would improve any dish, and the salty cheese was perfect. I was really sad I hadn't gone pasta of the day, though. The serving size was great, and priced at $9, so a much better value. I think this probably widely varies with the pasta they serve, though, so it is kind of a crap-shoot. The cocktails were wonderful, as well. Bitter, flavorful, and tasty. Like other craft cocktail places the bartender was wonderful to watch and the drinks aren't strong, but they are delightful and fun to try. read more

Service was meh, food was also meh. Just go to pink door, or like any other italian restaurant. lol. Love the Tiramisu tho. Also the price is just not worth it ykwim read more

The sister-restaurant to Spinasse. Cozy seating area with small tables that won't seat more than 4 comfortably. Shares a restaurant menu with Spinasse which is easy to access through an open wall on the way to the restroom. Food is just as delicious as Spinasse but the menu feels a little more condensed. Definitely the over-flow bar when Spinasse gets busy, but still offers the same quality food and service for smaller groups trying to dine at Spinasse without a reservation. Food is top-notch but don't expect a large portion of food. This is the place to go if you don't have a reservation at Spinasse and you have a group of 5 or smaller. read more

Artusi - Menu - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

There were very few tables on a Saturday night which was alarming. The maui with love cocktail was very sweet just the way I like it and tasted like juice. Not featured is the house bread we ordered that was very underwhelming; it was burnt and cold. The cauliflower puree accompanying it was tasty. The black cod was decent but a very small and moist from being cooked in the parchment paper but the small portion with no sides which was strange. The lamb pasta was also a small portion and was just ok. Definitely overpriced for what we got. Service was good but I wouldn't come back for the food. read more

Artusi - black cod - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The food here is AMAZING, and I will definitely be back for that--however, I feel like my server was a bit hostile to me and my friend so I docked a star, but that might've just been that individual waiter, and she might've had a bad day so I don't want to judge too much, but it's definitely worth going there for the food alone. I feel like the prices are very fair too given the quality of the food, literally anything you get to eat on this menu will taste fantastic. read more

Had dinner here for the first time with my wife & daughter. 1.) Decent ambiance (****) 2.) Staff was helpful (****) 3.) Food was very tasty (appetizer + 3 meals) (****) 4.) Food portions: appetizer (****) main dinners (*) Very disappointed in dinner portions. They were essentially slightly larger appetizer size. While I'm not a fan of the wheel barrow size portions of some restaurants, either, for a basic noodle dish, I expected a more "meal" size portion for the $20 price (I had the Pici) I'm not sure I'd immediately return to Artusi. read more

I got the risotto for 12 dollars. Definitely one of the best risottos I have had. Very flavorful, has some slight acidity that really went well with the dish. Egg yolk in the middle (though unsure if it added more flavor to the dish). Portions were a bit smaller than I would have hoped, but I could see myself returning for more. read more

Artusi - Risotto - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Ho hum... more small plates and craft cocktails served up by a warm and professional service, kitchen, and bar staff. Is that getting boring yet? No it isn't. Artusi's small space provides a few four-tops but it is mostly setup for parties of two with its intimate tables and two counters: one wrapping the large bar well and another wrapping around the micro sized two person kitchen. The space is cozy and merges with it's big sister Spinasse right at the pantry where she hangs her pasta to dry. But there is none of Spinasse's famous pasta on the menu here, in fact there is nothing on the fair sized menu that requires boiling water or anything more than a single pan to prepare. Items on the menu are largely pre roasted or prepped and then heated, dressed and finished before being sent to the table. The result is a tasty set of small plates that are unfussy, simple and full of flavor: sliced white mushrooms with shaved boiled egg in a light herbed dressing, roasted beets on pureed tuna, bruschetta with nduja, roasted carrots, fried capers, kale soup. Entrees are available too: big portions of braised oxtail, roasted chicken and tripe stew are finished on one of four induction burners. It feels not too different from visiting your Nonna's and having her pull left overs from the fridge and finding them even better reheated than they were the night before. Of course you probably don't have a nonna. And even if you do she probably never made great cocktails for you: drinks with with gin, Amaro and cassis (that's the only slightly sweet but so well balanced Miller's Crossing) or juniper oil floating on top of sparkling wine with gin (the Joyous Young Pine). Cocktails are Italian food inspired masterpieces finished with vinegars, bitter wines, stregas and vermouths that are fantastically food friendly. There are no suggested cocktail and food pairings but the service staff here is top notch and should be able to steer you - our server provided us with forceful recommendations through the evening on food and drinks completely removing the need to make decisions. In all, a great experience in a warm atmosphere with high repeatability. read more

Artusi - Small kitchen, small plates. - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

So this is one of those places you just happen upon walking by and turns into a hit. On my way to another restaurant I walked past Artusi and said wow there is a whole lotta wine going on in there which happened to be what I was in the mood for along with a little nosh. So after reaching my predetermined selection only to realize it was closed on Sunday Evenings I returned and to my delight was told about their Sunday and Monday pasta and wine deal. 2 pasta dishes and a bottle of wine for $35 (yes u read that correctly). Considering the bottle of wine we were thinking of ordering originally was $45-90 and I wasn't too hungry I was like umm so what's the wine options. It turns out the red option was actually a very drinkable bottle that at cost was about $18 (@ cost) so this was a delicious steal of a deal. Too top it off with great food and service and BAM you got me sold touting this place for this mega deal. YYYYAAASSS PAHLEEEZ AND THANK YOU. read more

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I've only been here for happy hour, but I can confidently say that if you like cheap drinks and snacks then this is the place for you. Relatively small restaurant with limited outdoor seating, but this has never been an issue. Drink options are abundant even on the happy hour menu. If you just come for drinks, I highly recommend you also consider the roasted hazelnuts because they're absolutely to die for. Also, apparently there's a pasta deal every Sunday and Monday night. You better believe that I'll be back! read more

Beautiful food, gorgeous restaurant, open till 11 pm during the week and 1 am on the weekends. Execution on the dishes is spot on. Service is good. I would definitely come back here with the fiance and recommend this as a location for a romantic dinner or drinks for someone important in your life. Reservations are taken. Came with two friends to hang out after a movie and we shared: Roasted hazelnuts in chile and muscovado sugar Rabbit mortadella with pistachio cracker and cherries Braised beef brisket with kale and roasted morels Gianduja semifreddo My phone was dead so I wasn't able to take pictures so I highly recommend looking at the pics other Yelpers have taken of the place. It's truly lovely. Located on the corner of 14th and Pine, it seems like a little cafe and not much from the outside till you enter. A real feast for the senses. Parking on Cap Hill is horrid so take an Uber. Food: 5 Ambiance: 5 Service: 4 Parking: 3 read more

I've been meaning to try Artusi for awhile. This place doesn't take reservation but we were able to get a table right away. We had 2 starters, the burrata and the fried bread, which is a must try! For main course we got the goat cheese gnocchi, risotto, hanger steak and their pasta specially, tagliatelle. Our favorites are the risotto and the pasta special, they were season well and perfectly cooked. We enjoyed everything here and will definitely be back. read more

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