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    Fortuna Bottega

    4.6 (81 reviews)
    ModerateSandwiches, Italian
    Closed 11:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Aimee G.

    Stopped by at 12:30 for lunch. There's a lot of free parking in the area, but it can be very competitive to get a parking spot. I would add extra time if you are driving. There was a long line, but the line moved very quickly. There is some indoor seating, but there is a lot of outdoor seating. There are some tables near the street and some covered tables in the garage. The sandwiches were so flavorful and the bread was very fresh. The sandwiches were also very large for the price. Staff were very friendly. Definitely need to come back.

    Bambino
    Katherine G.

    This spot was really good! We visited on a nice sunny day and sat outside in their long tables. Known for their focaccia sandwiches, they definitely do those well here. We got the bambino and bottega to share, and I also tried some of the gran sasso. The bambino and gran sasso were definitely better to me than the bottega, which was a surprise since I love prosciuitto. The flavor of the mortadella and pistachio was just so good and the pesto was a great complement to the savory thin salami. Their focaccia was also really nice and thick and crispy! I'm glad to have tried, and would definitely recommend sharing with others so you can try a variety!

    Bottega Sandwich
    Nathalia P.

    Seattle's sandwich game is no joke. These focaccia based sandwiches are absolutely delicious. The price point is definitely on the higher side, but you are most certainly getting a huge portion out of it. I got the Bottega sandwich, and it was filled with soppresatta, arugula, stracciatella cheese, and sun dried tomato chili oil. The black garlic balsamic pairs wonderfully with the sandwich. All the staff were incredibly kind and welcoming in the store. A super hearty lunch that I can definitely share with a friend next time, but for this time leaving me ready to paddle at the lake!

    Arlene S.

    Finally, I had a chance to try Fortuna Bottega. I'm glad it wasn't too busy so I didn't have to wait long for my sandwich. I ordered the Bambino sandwich, which included mortadella, stracciatella cheese, arugula, and pistachio. I'm glad I added the black garlic balsamic vinaigrette because it added more flavor. Otherwise, the sandwich felt a bit plain with the ingredients alone. The bread was crispy on the outside but it wasn't as fluffy and airy as I had expected. I see the pistachio pieces but I could barely taste them. I wish they had been blended into the stracciatella cheese so their flavor would come through more. Overall, it was a decent sandwich. If I'm in the area again, I would come back to try some of the other sandwiches on the menu.

    Bottega with added balsamic, pesto, and their chili.
    Sam A.

    Oh man oh man oh man... FORTUNA - WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN ALL MY LIFE?!!! So we finally made my way over to Fortuna in north Seattle and let's be clear - it was the exact kind of Italian sandwich I've been craving since I came back from Italy in 2022. And the staff here are as good as they come. So attentive and kind and also super fast! We ordered pretty much everything on their menu lol. Stand outs were BAMBINO, FORTUNA, & BOTTEGA. The ingredients are as fresh as it gets. The flavor is perfect. The bread soft and crispy all at the same time. The one thing I absolutely fell in love with was their additional condiments. Their balsamic, tomato chili, Gorgonzola spear, and fresh pesto were the perfect additions to any of our sandwiches. I promise , if you've been to Europe or Italy and love fresh delicious food this is your spot! Run don't walk.

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    Max W.

    Some people may disagree, but I would argue that simply making it to Fortuna Bottega during their condensed business (weekday) hours is accomplishment. The interior reminds me of a new york style deli - while there is some seating available (I'd say around 10 spots), it's mostly a "grab and go eat elsewhere" like, say, the south end of greenlake. I ended up coming here during their expanded weekend hours - around 12pm on a Saturday - and was greeted to a large line of ~15 people. I was excited to try their "Bottega" sandwich however they were not longer making it so I settled on a Bambino and Gran Sasso sandwich. I enjoyed the bambino. The combination of toppings with the mortadella worked well within their homemade bread (which I thought was the best part for sure). The Gran Sasso - my girlfriend said it was "OK", mostly due to the huge chunks of artichoke hearts (with stems) that were not her favorite. I could see myself coming back here if friends/family wanted to try. At ~$20 a sandwich it is pricey but the ingredients are high quality and the service is friendly.

    Nathalie C.

    We ordered the Bambino and Fortuna. Both were very good. The bread is super fresh and soft, the meat is delicious and perfectly salty, and the cheese inside the sandwich was delicious! It truly melts in your mouth. It is a reasonably priced sandwich, around $18 to $20 per sandwich. We got our sandwiches in less than 10 minutes on a weekend! Super quick! The only downside is they didn't have prosciutto when we were there. Also, there is street parking only.

    Mar K.

    I didn't realize that it was just a few minutes before closing but that was my lucky day because one of the owners was in the store... Didn't know who he was at the time but I quickly realized because he was the one that recommended a slice of cheese be added to my spicy tuna which came with pecorino cheese and arugula. Whatever that slice of cheese was it made the sandwich creamy in heaven. Against the sharpness of the spicy savory tuna, and the delicious bitterness of the arugula, the cheeses seem to blend everything together perfectly with the chili oil. When he recommended the black garlic balsamic sauce I didn't even blink. Realizing he was making a masterpiece I ordered a second one so that I could eat it alongside my son. Truly the best meal of the day. So grateful this treasure came into our neighborhood.

    bambino
    Mike L.

    After hearing a lot about Fortuna, I was excited to try them. If there's a line it moves relatively quickly and staff were super friendly. They were even able to give me a sample of the different cheeses as I wasn't sure if the gorgonzola would be super funky. I got the bambino sandwich and it was good. It's a simple sandwich with just a handful of ingredients but it goes well. The bread is pretty crunchy yet fluffy inside. The salty mortadella pairs well with the creamy straciatella (essentially a mozzarella cheese) and the crunchy pistachios. Also, it was a little pricey but the sandwich is relatively large so you get what you pay for. Overall, Fortuna Bottega brings a new sandwich shop to the area and they ingredients are simple however, all together, it works well!

    Bambino
    Melissa N.

    Love the easy order on Toast and pick up at the window. There was definitely a line when we got there so I was glad. Some space in front and in the garage to eat. Very chill vibes. Sandwiches were huge and tasty. They don't short you on the meats. Would definitely come back!

    Fortuna and Bambino
    Chloe D.

    The sandwiches were incredible! The focaccia is delicious and soft and makes the perfect base for the sandwich. We ordered the Fortuna and the Bambino (my favorite) and both paired perfectly with the Black Garlic Balsamic. The service was also above and beyond. Highly recommend!

    Gary W.

    Finally, came by to try out the sandwich at Fortuna Bollega and it wasn't that busy as I've seen it in the past. I ordered the Bambino with some arrugla and garlic balsamic, coke and chips and after tip, taxes and such I ran a $18.50 sandwich up to be $39.80 reminding me of going to the Metropolitan Grill. Fortuna Bollega has an indoor counter and then what looks like a garage out back is some picnic tables. I hung out in the picnic area as the indoor area was packed. I know Seattle is getting pricey, but I'm going to be more careful with my order next time as around $30 seems the minimum for lunch now round town. The sandwich is quite large and filling and I ended up taking 1/2 of it home with me.

    Tonno sandwich big Jimmie stale and the bambino on the plate. My friend and I bought one of each and split them. It was a great idea.
    Claire M.

    I loved this place so much! The bread is the perfect thickness, soft and delicious. I got the bambino sandwich and the tuna sandwich big Jimmie style, which I highly recommend. Big Jimmie style adds tomato slices and the house made sauces to the sandwich. I cannot wait to go back.

    Bambino and bottega

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    This place is all the rage but aside from the outstanding bread, I thought it was just a sandwich. I didn't get what the hype was all about.

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    2 months ago

    Delicious and authentic, I go here whenever I crave a real Italian sandwich. Fresh ingredients and wonderful staff.

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    Additional seating (11/6/25)
    Pickled curried cauliflower, new item that came with the panini (11/6/25)
    Pickled curried cauliflower, new item that came with the panini (11/6/25)
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