Came to Cascina Spinasse in Seattle on Sunday evening, the same day I ran the Iron Horse Half…read moreMarathon in North Bend, where I placed fifth overall, if anyone cares, dudes. I first arrived around 6:15 PM. The area was packed and finding street parking was surprisingly difficult, so give yourself some extra time if you're driving. I also didn't have a reservation and was quoted about a 45-minute to one-hour wait for a walk-in. The woman at the front was very nice, though, and took my number for the waitlist. I used the time to drive over to Kerry Park for some sightseeing and came back around 7:30 PM. By then, my spot was ready and I was seated at the bar. I hadn't really eaten a proper lunch after the race, so at this point I was basically combining lunch and dinner. On the recommendation of the woman serving me at the bar, I ordered two half portions of pasta: Tajarin con burro e salvia -- $20 Fine hand-cut egg yolk pasta with butter and sage. Cavatelli al ragù di costolette -- $24 Cavatelli with short rib ragù and marinated cherry tomatoes. While I was waiting, they also brought out a complimentary amuse-bouche with toast, fig, and a dark reduction. It was a nice little start to the meal. The tajarin with butter and sage came first. I was starving and finished it pretty quickly. They also served bread and long, thin, crunchy breadsticks that I believe were grissini. The pasta was good, although it didn't completely blow me away. I'd probably give that dish around a 3.5/5. Then came the cavatelli with short rib ragù. Oh my gosh, guys. This might genuinely be one of the greatest pasta dishes I've ever tasted. Somehow, it was even better than the spaghetti Bolognese I'd had at another Italian restaurant the night before. The short rib ragù was remarkable -- incredibly rich and flavorful -- and the cavatelli had this wonderful soft, chewy texture that worked perfectly with the beef ragù and tomatoes. Everything just came together. This was easily the highlight of the meal and one of my favorite Italian dishes I've had anywhere. The bar seating also ended up being pretty social. I talked with a guy next to me who had recently finished a triathlon, and chatted with another woman whose birthday was the following day. It made eating solo considerably more enjoyable. By the end, I was completely full. Considering those two half portions essentially became my post-race lunch and dinner combined, I thought it was well worth it. I'm giving Spinasse 5/5 largely because that cavatelli with short rib ragù was absolutely remarkable. I'd come back without question the next time I'm in Seattle -- and I'd probably order that exact dish again. One word of warning: I'd strongly recommend making a reservation, especially on a weekend. If you're dining solo, walking in and waiting for a bar seat can work, but I'd still be prepared to wait. 5/5 stars Last visited: August 30, 2026

This restaurant has high praise and definitely deserves it. We snagged a late night reservation on…read moreour first night in the Seattle area and we are still raving about our experience. Highly recommend any of the pasta dishes by my personal favorite was the Tajarin al Ragu

My favorite restaurant in Seattle. Over the years they have had terrific entertainment while…read moreserving constantly fabulous food. Entrees as well as sides consistently exceptionable. I have loved this place in Post Ally for decades!!

Upon arriving in Seattle, The Pink Door was the first restaurant we visited for lunch. We had heard…read moreso many excellent reviews about this place that we were excited to finally experience it for ourselves. Interestingly, the entrance was very modest and almost easy to miss. The only real clue was the iconic pink door, which made the entrance feel like a little hidden gem. Once we were seated, the atmosphere was perfect for hungry travelers ready to relax and enjoy a good meal. The dishes we ordered were beautifully presented, tempting us with their delicious flavors, attractive appearance, and inviting aromas. We truly enjoyed everything about our visit, the food, the atmosphere, and the attentive service. It was a wonderful way to begin our Seattle dining adventure!

La Fontana Siciliana is one of those Seattle restaurants that feels like a little escape from the…read morecity the moment you walk in. The courtyard is absolutely beautiful, especially with the fountain, cozy lighting, and intimate atmosphere. It has such a romantic, tucked-away feel that you almost forget you're in the middle of Belltown. The food was fantastic from start to finish. There's a great variety of Italian and Sicilian-inspired dishes, and everything we tried was full of flavor and beautifully presented. The portions were generous, and there were so many things on the menu that I could easily see myself coming back several times just to try different dishes. What really stood out was how much the atmosphere adds to the entire meal. This isn't just a place to grab dinner and leave--it's somewhere you can actually sit back, enjoy a drink, have a conversation, and take your time. It would be an especially great choice for a date night, anniversary, birthday, or any evening when you want dinner to feel a little more special. The combination of the food, setting, and hospitality made this a memorable experience. Seattle has plenty of Italian restaurants, but La Fontana has a personality and atmosphere that make it stand out. Definitely a spot I'd recommend if you're looking for a beautiful Italian dinner with a unique Seattle atmosphere. I'm already looking forward to coming back!

We were really looking forward to coming here to celebrate our best friend's birthday, but…read moreunfortunately, the experience started off on the wrong foot. We had a reservation for 7:00 PM and specifically requested outdoor seating. When we arrived, they seemed very busy, so we simply said that if our outdoor table wasn't ready, we would be okay sitting inside instead. We were only trying to be accommodating and make things easier for the staff. We were initially seated inside, but they eventually moved us outside because that was what they had available and what our reservation was originally for. At that point, the staff seemed noticeably upset with us for having sat inside. Our host then argued with us and said that we had requested to sit inside, which simply wasn't what happened. We never demanded or even preferred indoor seating. We preferred to sit outside from the beginning and only offered to sit inside if it helped because they seemed busy. It was frustrating to have our attempt to be flexible turned into an issue and then be argued with about what we had said.

Super authentic!! Flavors are fresh and pasta is handmade, and everything comes out in a timely…read moremanner. I love the concept of a build your own pasta dish, and I like that it's more casual. Great spot.

The good: portions are large and prices are lower than expected. Financial and tiramisu were very…read moregood. Takeout was quick. The meh: carbona focaccia sandwich was a salt lick. The short rib ragu and bolognese were 2x pasta to sauce, which was surprisingly dry given they were swimming in oil. Pasta is obviously homemade and tasty. Next time we'd plan to eat in the restaurant rather than doing takeout.

Very proper old school Italian with tremendous value…read more Caesar, caprese, good bread, puttanesca, simple spaghetti and meatballs all done well

dined at Sansonina Ristorante Italiano few days back, and the vibe was inviting and warm. perfect…read morefor a catch-up with friends or even a date night. We started with bruschetta, which was fresh and well-balanced. The gamberoni fiorentini stood out - prawns with great flavor. Had a immediate yes from everyone on the table. For pasta, we had linguine carbonara and tortellini con piselli - both rich and satisfying, and i belive they were hand made tortellini - I liked them and finished the entire plate by myself (nothing left to take home ) The tiramisu was good, but the chocolate lava cake fell short. It wasn't warm enough and lacked that molten center we hoped for. Overall, the service was friendly and helpful, rounding out a pleasant experience. We'll be back for the pasta! Rating: 4/5 Standout: Gamberoni Fiorentini, Tore

100 per cent! Love, love pizza. Excellent Red Wine. Stunning salad!…read more Beautiful workers! My favorite place!

This spot has a sophisticated, slightly vintage, and sexy interior + really great wood-fired…read moreNeopolitan pizza. We had the alcohol-free shrub of the day ($8, it was strawberry flavored) and the Hot Coppa Pizza ($27). The crust is wonderfully chewy and the toppings are perfectly balanced and flavorful with saucy, tangy, sweet, and salty - a perfect pizza :) Skylar was such an amazing host!

The service, wine, and food are wonderful! I'd highly recommend! I've gone there three times this…read moresummer and plan to go again soon.

Great food and a nice ambiance!…read more My friend and I came here for dinner and we laughed because we totally passed the sign where it said not an entrance and entered the back instead of the front door. The staff was very friendly. We shared the clams and mussels along with branzino with pasta and a slice of chocolate cake. Everything was cooked and seasoned perfectly! Would come again to try their other dishes!

I had the lumache and it was really good. The veal was tender and the pasta was perfectly al dente…read more Portions were a little small imo. I also got the blackberry mint soda! We sat in the garden and it was cool seeing the airplanes flying overhead as they were coming into land at the Boeing field. Outside seating was shady and service was great!

Mezzanotte has really great food. we tried the caesar salad, the house bread, and two pastas- the…read moresage butter and the ragu. we also tried the hot honey carrots. We looked up bottle ratings and prices, i will say some of the wine on the menu was a little pricy. But everything we ordered was delicious and well seasoned, worth the price and the wait. they seemed to be having a party in their patio area which i think might've slowed service down a bit- our pasta took a while to come out. That aside, it was a great experience! i will definitely be back to mezzanotte!

Darko you made the evening spectacular! Thank you so much. Highly recommend this place and if you…read morewant to adjust a menu item, they are more than happy to accommodate.

Barolo might honestly have one of the best HH deals in Seattle. I've been a couple times now and it…read morenever disappoints! Came for HH yesterday and ordered a couple pasta dishes to share, and was pleasantly surprised that they're actually full portions. We definitely overestimated how much food we needed because I left STUFFED lol Everything tasted great though, and for the price it's such a good steal. Drinks are also really good and surprisingly cheap for the area, especially SLU. Service has been great every time I've been too. Definitely one of my go to spots for happy hour and will be back!

Absolutely the best food my wife and I have had in Seattle…read more We got the oysters, gem salad, wagyu tartare, Campanelle, and duck. All of them were amazing. The service was just as great. Our server provided great courses wine recommendations, and the samples didn't hurt when we asked what a few of the bottles of wine were! We sat countryside at the kitchen and the chefs were great to talk to - it's clear they're passionate about the restaurant and bringing a great experience. We will be back, thank you Haerfest!

Delicious food, excellent service , highly recommended…read more Sooo good, best place in Seattle