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    4.3 (15 reviews)
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    Salami piccante flatbread
    Diana C.

    So the crux of my review is that the food was really tasty, but they had quite small portions especially for price. I had an app and a pasta and left hungry. My partner shared the app with me and had a flatbread and was also somewhat hungry too. The service was really good through most of the meal, though when they got busy later we did wait a little while to ask for the check after plates were cleared, but we weren't in a hurry so it was fine and the service was overall very attentive. The ambiance was pretty cool because it was classy and modern, though I didn't love our table behind the column as it made it difficult to see the windows. Would recommend a reservation if you're coming at 6 or later.

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    Alyssa M.

    Pleasantly surprised with this restaurant! I'm a local to the neighborhood and have been waiting for this Italian spot to open! When I saw they were offering a Restaurant Week deal, I knew I had to try it. I made a reservation for two about a week in advance for a weeknight and it was already pretty filled up, so be sure to make a reservation in advance. Right when you walk in, it's a jaw dropping entrance that you wouldn't know from the outside. The host was super attentivene with a friendly demeanor, greeting us immediately. We were seated at the table for two right at the front so it was bustling, with the door opening, people walking in and waiting for their table. Since our dinner started at 5:30PM we got to see the transition from early evening into the later evening. It got pretty loud but that's what to expect. Absolutely loved the European moody ambiance with arches, wooden beams, candles, and artwork. Since it was restaurant week, pretty simple menu to select from. It was four courses and it was two of us so we got to try a lot of things. We started with the caesar salad and rainbow carrots. The salad was lightly seasoned and fresh while the carrots were glazed, roasted and on the sweeter side. A nice light start to dinner. Next was the lobster tagliarini and short rib ravioli. The tagliarini was so thin and light, and the sauce was delicious. The ravioli was my favorite, with a generous amount of meat and complimenting sauce. For the next course, we got scallops and steak. The scallops were cooked perfectly with a creamy herb sauce on top. The sauce was the highlight for sure. The steak was cooked exactly how we liked it with mashed potatoes. So tasty! We finished with dessert: olive oil cake and hazelnut affogato. Together they paired very well and was a fabulous end to the meal! Additionally, the service was wonderful. Our server was so friendly. Our plates and utensils were replaced a few times, water was refilled quickly, and we were asked multiple times how everything was going. Even when the food came out a little quicker than expected while we were still on our first course, our server apologized but it was all good for us. I was pleasantly full from everything and so happy with we tried this place out! Service was great and the ambiance felt like nothing I've experienced in Seattle before. I will definitely come back again to try the pizza!

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    Abby S.

    had a lovely dinner sitting at the bar on a Monday night. the ambiance is incredible and felt so cozy on an otherwise dreary night. Started with the Caesar, which easily could be shared between two. The short rib risotto was some of the best risotto I've had - didn't leave a single morsel behind. Ended my dinner with an affogato. Service was great, the crowd was lively and the food was delicious. Will definitely be back.

    Ribeye, carrots, asparagus, ragu
    Emily F.

    Everything was a 10/10. We started with a prosciutto plate and prosecco. Then my Ribeye with carrots and asparagus came out. Ribeye was perfectly cooked and the waiter perfectly paired a red wine for me. I almost ordered my son a kids plate but opted for the ragu on the menu and I'm so glad I did. The only issue was he did not want to share! Ended dinner with the apple cake and donuts and they were both amazing. The service was attentive and many people came by to check on us. The ambiance was dreamy. I love the dimly lit yet lively vibe. Can't wait to come back!

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    The food, service, and ambiance are all very nice. They were incredibly nice about accommodating a dietary preference as well

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