I want to start off by saying that i do like some things at this restaurant and have always been…read moresatisfied with the product. Usually we just order fettuccine, but we have tried the pizza as well, but today i decided to be bold and try something different. And since it was a warm day I went for one of the sandwiches instead of a hot dish. Instantly regretted my decision. A rather underwhelming 6in roll sparsely filled with salami and something they are calling prosciutto, both thinly sliced, and tomato, shredded provolone cheese(wierd) and big chunks of iceberg lettuce. The menu says it comes with soup or salad, however I was charged an additional $3.00 for a half a cup of minestrone soup. In all honesty the best part about this meal were the extra rolls I ordered. I paid $62 for my wife and my meal after tax and tip. It's very disappointing to know I could have bought a sub sandwich and a can of minestrone soup from the Safeway and not only gotten the same meal, but i would have saved myself almost $10 as well.

Three of us had different meals. I had the small classic casa Mia ravioli. The amount of food was…read moreamazing for a small portion. Being married to an Italian makes me very critical. The ravioli had a large amount of meat. That was positive. The small caesar salad was ok. The pasta was also ok. Another person had minestrone soup and the small ravioli. He liked the soup and the ravioli. The third person had the lasagna and liked it despite the cheese that she felt like she was fighting with. The positive side was the fact that there WAS a lot of cheese. All in all a positive experience. Not sure I will be back.

10 out of 10 across the board. The staff was AMAZING!!! The food is the best food out of every…read morerestaurant I have tried in this area let alone the best Italian food in town. I had the lobster ravioli and it was heaven. I cannot wait to try everything!! The meatballs were just like grandma used to make. Now here is the only downside...this place is SMALL!! You HAVE to make reservations. Make sure you actually speak to someone to make the reservations!! I can't wait to go back!!!

I heard amazing reviews about this restaurant, and my group and I tried it out the other night…read more It's a very small, intimate restaurant. Recommendations are highly suggested! We called the day of, and they were booked out until 7:45. Which makes sense considering how small the restaurant is. I'll start off by saying that the food was the highlight of the night for sure. But, the service wasn't the best from what I've heard from others. We ordered a bottle of wine, which took about 10-15 minutes to be served to us after the order was taken. Then when we were putting our appetizer order in, the server told us to wait while he handled something else. But, I've heard from close friends that the service is amazing, so maybe it was just an off-night for them. Anywho, we ordered the arancini, arugula and Gorgonzola salad, and the caprese. My favorite was the caprese. The tomato's were nice and juicy and tasted amazingly fresh. Mozzarella and basil also delicious. It was a nice refreshing appetizer. The arancini is a pretty heavy dish which makes sense since it's risotto stuffed with bolognese and cheese. I wish it was hotter, but the flavors were yummy. I ordered the bucatini that was on their specials menu. It was served with a sauce similar to Alfredo but a lot lighter than I expected. It also came with zucchini, mushrooms, and a prosciutto-like meat. It was my first time trying bucatini, and I was definitely not disappointed by it! They had great specials that night, so we were very fortunate to have caught them serving these dishes. We finished the night off with tiramisu, and it was delicious. Overall, I would definitely come back and hope for better service. But the food is something I would come back to regardless.

This was our second visit to Pellegrino's, and we really enjoyed it both times! It's a tiny little…read moretwo-story restaurant, and we've sat upstairs on both visits. The upstairs is small and intimate, which gives the whole place a cozy, unique feel. Our waiter this time was a young gentleman who was incredibly friendly and did a great job! Three of us ordered Coors Lights in bottles, and he brought them out ice cold with a chilled glass to pour them into. When we ordered a second round, he let us know he had just put some more in the freezer, so it would be a few minutes. That little extra step made a difference...we'd much rather wait a few minutes for an ice-cold beer than have it brought out warm! I ordered the spaghetti with their house-made Bolognese sauce and added a meatball, and WOW. The sauce had the perfect combination of slight sweetness, a little spice from the sausage, and that tangy tomato flavor. So good! And I'm usually not a huge fan of restaurant meatballs because they can be tough or rubbery, but this one was soft, juicy, and packed with flavor. Sean got the lasagna and absolutely loved it! Our friends who invited us out ordered the steak and spaghetti Bolognese, and everyone was happy with their meals. The steak was cooked exactly how it was requested, and the quality of the food for the price was really good. Overall, Pellegrino's is just a great little place. Warm, inviting atmosphere, friendly service, delicious food, and a fun, intimate setting that feels a little different from your typical Italian restaurant. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a place to enjoy a good meal with friends. We'll definitely be back!

We came in with a party of 11 for my niece's birthday and unfortunately had a very disappointing…read moreexperience from start to finish. Right away there was confusion at check-in--they called for a party of 9 with no name, and the host was rude when we responded using the first name instead of the last. After being seated, it took about 10 minutes just to get drinks, and then another 30 minutes before our server took our food order. During that time, we weren't asked about appetizers or offered any drink refills. About an hour later, the server came back and told us the kitchen was backed up and they were "just now making our food," which honestly felt like our order may have been forgotten. At that point, all of our drinks were empty and I had to ask for refills. While we were still waiting, another server came to the table asking how one of our steaks was cooked, which added to the confusion. Our food finally arrived after about an hour and a half. Unfortunately, the issues didn't stop there: My spaghetti and meatballs was incorrect, but I kept it since I didn't want to wait again with a toddler. My sister's husband's meal was never even put in--the server admitted this. My sister's fish and chips came out cold. No one checked back to see how the food was. Drinks were left empty again with no refills offered. We were never asked about dessert. Plates were never cleared, even after I stacked empties at the end of the table to help. Every time we needed something, we had to flag someone down. To make matters worse, the checks came out incorrect with items swapped between them. I've worked as a server/bartender for four years, and my niece is also a server, so we completely understand how busy and stressful things can get. But this experience missed the mark on multiple levels. Even when things go wrong, basic service--like keeping drinks filled and checking on guests--should still be happening. This was easily the worst restaurant experience I've had. It was especially disappointing because we're an easy group and typically tip very well. Unfortunately, we will not be returning.

I was going to go eat at the restaurant but had to cancel my reservation…read more I ordered a takeout instead and it was Delicious! I had the meat platter and the burata caprese. Awesome! Perfect meal for two, while watching a movie. I plan on dining in person in the not too distant future.

Had been looking forward to trying this restaurant as it seems to get decent reviews…read more Pickup order on a weekday, later PM. Terrible parking - had to circle a couple times for street parking. Place had maybe 8 total people so not busy. Went up to Server/Cashier near front to let her know I was there for pickup and was immediately told "The servers like it when you stand by the table" in a mildly pretentious tone. No "Hi" or "How can I help you?" This is downtown Olympia so typical establishment behavior. Not surprised. Place was clean and very nicely decorated.Took about 5 minutes to get my pizza which was surprisingly quick. The Pizza I generally like my pizzas crisp and this was not even close. Very soggy, and not much flavor (Pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, olives). This was thin crust so that potentially had something to do with taste and texture. I would compare this Pizza to what you get at MOD. It's not too bad, but not too good. Average at best and I expected a lot better. Cost was about normal (14" pizza and bread appetizer for $50 plus tax). Marinara sauce for bread was delicious. All in all, it wasn't a terrible experience. It's by no means gourmet or fancy pizza. Perhaps the rest of their menu is better. Server needs to chill out and brush up on her customer service skills. 3 stars at best.

The food is amazing and the atmosphere is wonderful! The jazz band is wonderfully talented!read more

This is a review I'm happy to write. It's a real joy to find an Italian restaurant that is true to…read moreits roots! THE ROSES: The first thing you notice is the dining space - it's delightfully OG Italian! I wouldn't have been surprised to see Michael Corleone meeting with Virgil Sollozzo in the back! Service is professional and efficient, yet also gracious. The food is perfectly executed. The pasta is made fresh in-house. Prices are very reasonable . THE THORNS: No dedicated parking, so street parking might be a little tricky. THE VERDICT: Classic Italian cuisine executed flawlessly in an elegant dining space. It doesn't get better than this. Highly recommend.

Went with family that had been there and loved it. While waiting to check in, a lady standing there…read moreasked if I'd ever been there and I said "no" and she told me it was WONDERFUL. I can see why. The restaurant is quite large with some separate rooms and areas as well as a large outside seating area. We were given water right away and asked if we wanted drinks and bread. The focaccia bread was quite good. Drinks came quickly and we ordered our meal. I had the pumpkin ravioli that came in an apple cider cream sauce with caramelized onions hazelnuts and parmesan. It was an interesting mix of ingredients but tasted great. The other meals for the family were a cheese pizza, rigatoni and spaghetti and meatballs, all good and enjoyed. For dessert I had the tiramisu which I enjoyed. Service was great, food was really good and we all liked it a lot and would go back again to try something else.

Well, walked by when visiting the Farmers Market a few days ago. Smelled wonderful ! We decided to…read morehave lunch today since my friend who just moved to the area had eaten the Salmon Salad before and stated how much she enjoyed it. Showed me a pic she'd snapped of the salad. Looked yummy! Dang!! I was hopeful...Had to wait a bit for the hostess, no biggy. Seated outdoors since it was a lovely day. Ordered a cocktail, asparagus appetizer and our meal. asked for bread, the salmon was definitely overdone, easy fix...asparagus sounded tasty, need some work with this one folks. Asked for bread when placing our order, had to get up to ask the server mid lunch for the forgotten bread. Service, nice young lady, teachable... sealed the 2 star rating when I had to go inside to the hostess stand to retrieve our check., Need to step up the game here. Has great potential, just not there yet.

I had the best dinner here last night! The server was so sweet, attentive, and helped us get our…read moreorder in before a large party so we wouldn't have too long of a wait. I got a delicious iced tea, a casa Mia salad with Italian vinaigrette, a meatball sandwich, and bread to start and it was AMAZING. Everything tasted flavorful, fresh, and the portions were perfect to satisfy without overeating. The inside is cute too- we sat in their makeshift patio inside and it was very fun. A lovely Olympia staple I try to visit when I'm here!

1 star I called Casa Mia to place a straightforward pickup…read moreorder. After repeating my phone number three times with perfect clarity and no background noise, the employee answered with a loud, deliberate sigh and the words "I don't care," then terminated the call. When I called back and requested the manager, the same employee argued and refused to transfer me. The manager, once reached, displayed complete indifference and made no attempt to address the incident. This was not a misunderstanding or a busy moment. It was open disrespect followed by managerial apathy. Casa Mia has demonstrated that it has no interest in treating customers with even the most basic level of professionalism. I will never give this establishment my business, and I recommend others do the same. The persistently empty parking lot is no longer a mystery.

wanted a night out with 5 girlfriends from Oregon, Washington, NC, and NY. Gardiner's was the…read moreperfect atmosphere. Drinks were worth the money. Food was delicious. We shared the Burrata as an appetizer. I live good seafood options. Our waitress was young, but very knowledgeable and professional.

Here's the deal. 40 years ago this restaurant may have been the place to be, but today.... It's a…read moreno for me dog. If you're gonna serve a steak, and charge $60 for it, it better be a damn good steak. Yes, if eaten more expensive steaks in 5 star restaurants, but common man. The seafood fettuccine was yummy, but that might be attributed to the mountain of Parmesan cheese. I made him shred on top of it. Our server brought the wrong drink, the sides were odd and the ambience was dated. On a good note, I'm not from this town so I won't be back.

I had the meatball sub. It was amazing. This place has a stellar reputation with all the students…read moreat Saint Martin's for a good reason.

When in for the first time during a lunch break. Ordered up…read morethe Philly cheesesteak, and a beer. Found out that they don't serve beer . It does say beer and wine on the window but the cashier said she been here for a few years and there is no beer , I also thought I was getting a combo but I don't think she heard me. . The sandwich was good. It needed something tho to give it the zing like other Phillies I enjoy, ...something that makes me talk about it for weeks to come like a couple other places I have eaten in. The sandwich had mozzarella cheese , peppers, onions and the regular stuff that makes it a sandwich. Service was good the brought it out to the table,they had the regular drinks and chips. The place friendly and abit busy for a lunch time rush. I may return. Hmmm I will have the Philly I do declare.

This place is a little gem! The food is so good and authentic and I have been here a few times for…read moremy birthday, which is in the fall, and it has been such a cozy experience that really has a special place in my birthday memories. I have also been in the summer, to their little open patio, that is magical with lights during summer nights. The ambiance is great, no matter the time of year. The staff have worked to accommodate our larger groups for birthdays, and we have sat upstairs, and downstairs, and they have been attentive, even when we were the only ones on the patio, too. If you want a delicious Italian meal, good wine, lovely atmosphere and good service, try Pelligrinos!

I've eaten at Pellegrino's multiple times, with my husband, friends and coworkers. Always delicious…read morefood with great service. Lovely atmosphere too.