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I've been here before, and had to come back again so I suggested it for a date night. We sat on the outdoor patio, which conveniently had heated lamps. They even had blankets for those like me who are easily called. This time, unfortunately my date did not eat pork which a lot of the dishes contained. He was excited about a beef dish that was on the menu online, but this was not available. And then a dish with duck sausage he ordered later had to be canceled because it also contained pork. The waitress and staff were all very apologetic and gave us some nuts on the house and tiramisu. This more than made up for it. I do recommend in the future, having an updated menu online. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.
What an amazing dinner experience! This has been on my list to try and my husband snagged a reservation for my birthday. Upon arrival the team was super friendly and attentive and wished me a happy birthday. We enjoyed the fluffy warm focaccia bread and the sliced meat plate to start. For my main meal I had the tagliatelle pasta and it was outstanding. The pasta was perfectly al dente and the flavors blended so well together, especially with my glass of Chianti. My husband's pasta was fantastic, which was surprising to me as I am not the biggest fan of mushrooms but it was brilliant! We enjoyed tiramisu for dessert and that was the perfect ending to the meal. The decor inside the building is beautiful and elevated for an intimate, cozy feel. Definitely will be back!
First time coming in here and I was impressed! You can really tell that this restaurant puts in a lot of effort in their menu and they make to perfection. I had a reservation for two and we were seated a few minutes after checking. The restaurant is located in a historical and well maintained lodge called The Alki Homstead. The entrance area had a bar and you could see the kitchen from there as well. I ordered two appetizers, the kale salad and the Focaccia bread. The kale salad was so tender and easy to eat with a very balanced dressing on top. The Focaccia bread I think was whole grain and it was very soft and flavorful. For our main courses I got the fazzoletto pasta and the 10 oz ribeye steak. The fazoletto flavors were so well balanced and the mushrooms they put in it all added to the taste. The Ribeye was ordered as medium rare and it was cooked to perfection. Super lean and juicy. We got the spiced pair gelato and a fruit cake as desert and again all so well made. Nothing was too sweet and we were satisfied with the meal. Anyone that is in the area please give this place a chance as you wont be disappointed. I definitely plan on coming back to try out the rest of the menu!
This place is constantly rated and recommended as one of the best Italian restaurants, if not all around restaurant, in the Seattle area. We made a reservation for a weekday night which was actually a little difficult to get. The outside looks like a house and we almost thought we were in the wrong spot! The inside is super cozy and cute, and does feel like you're just dining in someone's large house. Onto the food - I will say there were hits and misses, and overall the quality is good but I just cannot say it is justified by the price. We got the focaccia and proscuitto platter for appetizers, both of which were actually really good. The focaccia might've been my favorite item of the night - it was so crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the dip it came with was perfect. I also love proscuitto and the marinated kiwis were unique. For the mains, we got the lemon pasta, rigatoni, and daily special cavatelli. We also got the braised oxtail, everything to share. I think all of these were good but not that outstanding - the best were the cavatelli and oxtail while I really wasn't a fan of the lemon pasta. Portions are also quite tiny for the price. Overall, if you're looking for the nice environment, this place can do the job but if you're more after good food at good prices this may not be the spot for you.
Why did it take so long for me to try this place?! We started off with the focaccia bread w/ sunchokes. It was perfectly crispy, but soft and came with this garlic balsamic dip. It was so good we ordered two orders. The kale salad was probably one of my most favorite things. I could have probably eaten the whole order myself. Perfectly dressed and topped with a bunch of seeds and crispy things. It was perfect. All three of the pastas ordered were delicious in their own way, but my favorite was the Fazzoletto (single handkerchief, mushroom ragu, olive oil poached egg yolk soft herbs, parmigiano). Texture of the pasta was so good. Ended the night with tiramisu and it was the perfect ending to a very delicious meal. Will definitely need to return!
A cozy dining treat. We were recommended to try Il Nido by some friends and we're so happy they introduced it to us. The whole experience was so cozy. Warmly lit, views into the kitchen with various spices hanging made it feel like we were just invited into nona's house. Even with a full house, it wasn't too loud and the music wasn't overbearing. Their menu is quite extensive. From appetizers, to drinks, to the main courses, if you love Italian food, there's something for everybody. Their pasta was absolutely amazing. Perfectly Al Dente, flavor was fantastic, the dishes had creativity. I ordered the Fazzoletto and my wife ordered the special of the night, which was a Cavatelli with anchovy oil, lemon, breadcrumbs, and stracciatella of burrata. Both dishes were great. The Fazzoletto was perfect. The mushrooms were soft, but not mushy, the egg yolk added a delightful creaminess, and the parm added a great umami sensation. The Cavatelli was also great. The anchovy oil was just present enough to be enjoyed, but not overpowering. The breadcrumbs added a nice crunch. Our only recommendation for the Cavatelli was it was slightly under salted to our liking. We think some crunchy pancetta or guanciale would have made the dish absolutely perfect, but that's just nitpicking. For dessert, we tried their Tiramisu, because I'm weak for a good tiramisu. I'm not exactly sure what they sprinkle on top to make it crunchy, but that added texture made it one of the best tiramisu dishes I've ever had. I think it was a mixture of coffee and chocolate crisp, but I could be wrong. Regardless, the crunch made it stand out that much more.
We celebrated my husband's birthday here. Their pasta dishes are my favorite. We tried the Agnolotti special that night (stuffed with short rib) and it was amazing. Our favorite was the Fazzoletto with the mushroom ragu. The braised oxtail was also beautiful and unique and we really enjoyed it. Their wine list is really excellent and has a fairly good variety of price points. We enjoyed the Teroldego by Vignetti Delle Dolomiti from Northern Italy. Lovely, friendly and warm staff without any hint of pretentiousness. The ambience is one of my favorite aspects -- charming, lovely low lighting, romantic, with a touch of rustic flair from the log cabin architecture that's just not like any restaurant I've been in. This time of year, there were festive garlands and white Christmas lights that made it extra magical. This will stay on our list of special spots for date nights and celebrations!
A quaint Italian restaurant by Alki beach with beautiful indoors and a patio (heated in the winter time). Street parking mostly. Food was pretty traditional Italian food with antipasta, pasta, seafood and steak. We got 2 pastas to try and it was cooked to perfect texture and flavor. Portion size was generous as well for $30-40 each pasta dish. Apps were about $10-20 and desserts around $15. Perfect spot for celebrations, date nights or just a nice dinner after a walk by the beach!
TLDR: Amazing upscale Italian dining experience right next to Alki beach. Great service, ambiance, and food that won't break the bank. Be prepared to get a reservation weeks or months in advance! Drinks: We had both an aperol spritz and the strega verde house cocktail which is a vodka + pear liqueur drink. The spritz was as expected, but the verde really stood out to me balancing the tart flavor of the pear with the vodka. Would get the verde again! Apps + Entrees: For appetizers, we had the house made focaccia and salad. I believe the salads rotate based on season. This time their salad revolved around beets and apples, mixing in great seasonal flavors. For mains we had the tagliatelle ragu and nightly special pasta which was a corkscrew shaped pasta with osso buco. The tagliatelle pasta had great balance between the rich ragu and the herbs, with the pasta being a great ribbony texture. The osso buco pasta was rich, meaty, and highlighted black/green peppercorns. While the entree portions initially looked small, we were both full after eating. Dessert: We shared the Olive Oil Panna Cotta which had fruit jam and a chocolate shortbread cookie. The jam did a great job cutting into the richness of the panna cotta and the cookie provided saltiness and textural variety Ambiance: The decorations are upscale but also cozy with nice candle lighting. The overall space isn't huge but well utilized. Service: Our server was knowledgeable and attentive, asking us about dietary restrictions, refilling waters, answering questions, and checking in on us. We also arrived to our reservation quite early and were able to get seated 30 mins before scheduled which was very kind. Prices: The prices were fair for the food and experience we had. Drinks were $17 each, apps $10-$15, pastas $30-40, and dessert $15. After tax and tip we spent $190 for 2 people which was well worth it in my opinion Misc: It's hard to get a reservation here! I would look to reserve at least 2+ weeks in advance. Also for those with Amex plat, this place is on Resy for your quarterly credit!
Il Nido is a wonderful restaurant to celebrate a special occasion. We came for our anniversary and were greeted with a complimentary glass of bubbles. The service is top notch, friendly, and efficient. They wiped the table down between course and even fold your napkin while you're off to the restaurant room. Reservations can be made via Resy. There is free parking in the Homestead lot along the side of the restaurant. Fazzoletto is amazing. The pasta is has the perfect amount of bite and the cheese and egg really add great flavor to the dish. There were a variety of mushrooms provide. We orders their special of the day: seafood pasta (didn't catch the exact name). The seafood was cooked perfectly! So tender and delicious. The sauce could have used a bit more flavor or salt however.
Went here for a 3 year work anniversary and the vibes were great! A really cozy restaurant that is intimate and feels homey. It used to be the residence of the owners of Seattle soap company converted restaurant. The food was great, the starters of burrata and focaccia complemented each other well. The black cod was buttery and delectable. I personally have a sweeter tooth and the dishes had fruits in them which was a big fan of. Our waiter was very attentive, coming by multiple times to check and switching out our plates in between courses
An incredible dinner at Il Nido -- everything was so flavorful and beautifully balanced. Every dish was impressive, but the polenta and house bread (schiacciata) completely stole the show -- both were warm, comforting, and perfectly textured. The polenta was so buttery and creamy it almost melted in your mouth, and the schiacciata had that ideal crisp edge with a soft, fluffy center. We tried several pastas -- tagliatelle, fazzo lobster mushroom pasta, and gnocchi malfettati -- and each one was exceptional in its own way. The flavors were deep and nuanced, and the textures were spot on. Everyone at the table had their own favorite, which says a lot about how consistently good everything was. Other standouts were the black cod with celery and pear, shishitos, and torta di ricotta e plum for dessert -- light, refreshing, and the perfect way to end the meal. Service was warm and attentive, and the atmosphere felt cozy yet refined. Easily one of my favorite meals in Seattle -- I'd come back just for the polenta and bread.
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Fantastic pasta, decent wine(I only tried one, so don't take my word for it, but consider corkage given the price), mixed service. Knocked a star off due to service experience and price vs value ratio. Took my girlfriend here for a special night. I'd heard and read a lot of hype for this place and it was my plan B spot as my first pick, Vito's, just suffered a very unfortunate fire. C'est la vie. I'll split this into different sections. Food: The good: This was some of the best pasta I've ever had, the flavors were mostly on point and the fresh pasta texture was supreme. This was the kind of pasta where every bite got better and better, new flavors popping in and out of my awareness. This was clearly made by someone who knew how to cook. The bucatini. The disappointing: We got their special off-menu pasta with anchovies and breadcrumbs. I'd like to preface this saying I'm a big seafood guy, I cook with and eat anchovies on a regular basis. Love them. This pasta sounded right up my alley...however it wasn't. It tasted as if they had left the anchovies out too long or something. The pungent fishy note of the anchovies was more on the forefront rather than the delicious umami side. My girlfriend, a fellow seafood and anchovy fan, agreed. I did like the combination of flavors with the breadcrumbs and the pasta overall was acceptable. However, it didn't live up to either it's potential or the bar set by the other pastas we tried. Also, we got the tiramisu at the end of the night. Loved the complimentary amaro. The tiramisu itself was unfortunately ruined by being topped with an excessive amount of dry, unground coffee beans. There were numerous whole coffee beans sat atop it. I think I see what they were going for, but these were very unpleasant to chew and way way too bitter for a dessert. Saying this as a 3-5 cup a day black coffee drinker. Way overboard y'all. Of course we picked these off half way through, but literally left a bad taste in my mouth for the last thing I ate here. The rest of the tiramisu was just average imo. Looked pretty though. The focaccia was prettier than it tasted. It just tasted like average focaccia to me. Wine: Wow this wine list is huge. I took a suggestion from the server because I didn't know where to start. Paradox of choice is real y'all. Unfortunately, the wine we got was just good. Meaning, not great given the price imo. They are the type of restaurant that will let you sample the wine first and bring you another if you want, but I am not that type of customer. Maybe it was an unfortunate palate mismatch. Regardless the bottle I had didn't taste anything like the flavor profile I requested. I think the wine itself definitely had a fair bit of depth so it was definitely decent - but not decent enough to justify the price during this visit and hence I would probably just bring my own wine from now on and pay the corkage fee($30 when I checked online). Ambience: Really cool spot in the old homestead. However, we got sat on the covered back patio and the ambience was a lot more casual and low budget feeling for what kind of restaurant we were at. I could see it being nice for a big casual group, but if you're on a date I'd suggest staying inside Finally, service: The hostess was fantastic. The waitress we had was...unfortunately a bit of a let down. I say this as someone who was a server and did other customer service for over a decade, so I know what the job is like and what I think is a reasonable expectation at an expensive restaurant. She just didn't seem like she wanted to be there if I'm being honest. Bit of a buzzkill talking with her actually because she was so low energy. She did everything she needed to on a basic level, was polite, regularly checked on us, and refilled our wine. But it's like she was just working from a script, never really seemed to engage with us. When she was telling us the specials she very monotone and I kinda spaced out because she just talked for a while. Imo, if you're in customer service you should leave all your personal baggage at home and bring all your attention and energy forward for your customers. I didn't feel like we got that. However, the biggest thing for me was I felt like she really botched my wine recommendation. I asked for something like a fruit forward Bordeaux and she recommended a wine that turned out to be pretty dry and astringent. Not at all fruity. For the cost, I really expected better. Anyways, I know I complained a lot in this review, but I hope the owners can take these as improvement recommendations. When I'm spending hundreds of dollars at your restaurant I just have different expectations than your everyday place. I would happily dine here again for the delicious pasta, and I'd recommend others do so as well. Best pasta I've had in Seattle. Maybe bring your own wine. read more
4 years ago
Love coming to Il Nido for a date night. They have a great covered patio with lots of fire pits. Service is always top notch but the real reason to come here is their food! From the fresh pastas, house made focaccia, creamy burrata, and tastiest prosciutto - you'll always leave happy (and likely with a pants button undone ). read more
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Ocean breezes, delicious, fresh pasta and accompaniments, casual and attentive service, beautiful space, good vibes. Every course was delicious - kale salad, focaccia, polenta, pasta, dessert all fresh, flavorful, highly recommend. Staff so good to me and my baby. What a treat! read more
7 years ago
Il Nido is a cozy little nook in West Seattle with very respectable hospitality and cuisine. We started with the light and fluffy house-made focaccia, the surprising bit was that the olive oil they served it with was perfectly light, fruity, and grassy. It's the little details like this that tells that the kitchen really knows what they're doing. The beet pasta with pistachio pesto was my favorite dish of the night. Perfectly cooked, fresh made pasta coated in a peppery and minty pesto. For our third course we got crispy smashed potatoes that were covered in rosemary and malt vinegar powder, it was served with a perfectly balanced horseradish sauce. Also, we ordered the steelhead trout which was perfectly cooked and served in a tomato paprika broth. Dessert was a tiramisu with a fantastically oversized pizzelle on top, and a bright berry pavlova. The host was warm and welcoming and took a few minutes to chat with us during our dessert and gave us some great local food tips. Our server was friendly and did a great job of explaining the menu. The decor stays true to the historical log cabin structure which is pretty much a historical artifact in modern day West Seattle. Ten out of ten, would come again. read more
4 years ago
Neighbor favorite! The food and service never disappoint. The attention to detail in balancing flavors and creating rich flavors is always so comforting. read more
3 years ago
Wow! We loved Il Corvo and had been meaning to try Il Nido for ages but had difficulty finding a reservation. I totally get why. The homestead is so lovely. If you don't look out the window, it felt like we were at some resort in the mountains. (Loved the crackling fire near the front door!). Helen was our server who answered our questions and helped guide our meal choices. (100% spot on) Helen and really everyone was so fabulous. Professional, welcoming, efficient, attentive, appreciative, into the details... just great hospitality. The food. Stuffed and fried olives- fun! A slice of focaccia with chunks of squash - yummy. The limone pasta? Super duper delightful! (Would love to see that as a regular item!) The fazzoletto? Comfort food! I can see why so many people order that. We tried the special steak that was perfectly med rare, moist, and flavorful. Dessert for me was a sorbet that tasted like the holidays. I think it was cranberry, apple, and a touch of brandy. A lovely, lovely evening. Highly recommend! read more
3 years ago
I grabbed a dinner reservation here for my girlfriend's birthday hoping to have a nice, cozy dinner after a weekend of pre-birthday partying. We're both fans of Italian food and after considering a few options, like Altura and Spinasse (both great btw), I remembered Il Nido which I had visited a few years ago when they first opened and thought it would be nice to revisit. The wait staff was great and friendly, many of them even committed to memory that it was my girlfriend's birthday and wished her happy birthday throughout the night. The food was just okay. It's reasonably priced, however it lacked a certain something that I couldn't quite place my finger on; my girlfriend felt the same. We ordered the beet salad, focaccia, gnocchi, and polenta to share. The presentation of all the dishes was beautiful and the portions are on the larger side. However, every dish was somewhat bland. Nothing in particular stood out flavor-wise and in a blind taste test, I probably wouldn't think the dishes were served by a James Beard nominated restaurant. We had slightly better luck with desserts; we ordered their pistachio angel food cake and the panna cotta. The angel food cake was delicious! The texture was perfect, the pistachio was just right, and the gelato on top complimented the cake very well. They even included a candle given it was my girlfriend's birthday, which was a nice touch. The panna cotta, like our main dishes, was just okay though and had an more yogurt-like consistency than you'd expect. Overall, the ambiance is nice, the staff are really wonderful, the price is reasonable, and the portions are good; however, the food wasn't particularly stand-out so I probably wouldn't go out of my way to visit again. read more
We were so excited to get a reservation here because of all the hype. A little underwhelmed, nothing was bad but wouldn't say anything was amazing either. Pastas were all cooked perfectly, the bucatini was definitely our favorite dish. I would say it is worth checking out as I believe their dishes change continuously based on the seasons. Glad we came and tried Il Nido, it was worth the trek to West Seattle ;) read more
The ambience was amazing and our server was the absolute sweetest. Went for an anniversary dinner and they treated us so well and even gave us some champagne to celebrate with. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the pesto was so yummy! Try the focaccia for sure, it is so fluffy and is the perfect pairing with some wine to start off your dinner! A great spot for any celebratory dinner and in a prime location to go watch the sunset or walk by the water:) read more
4 years ago
I had some hand made pasta here and it was cooked right and the sauce for the bucatini was good. My friend ordered the polenta cakes and that was cooked just right. The ambience is good for romantic dates and big enough for groups. There is a bar in the front that's good for a social drink. There is an outdoor patio in the back. read more
7 years ago
I love Il Corvo passionately. Perhaps my love for it, skewed my expectation for Il Nido, but I was pretty disappointed overall. We had the Focaccia, Gemeli with Lemon cream, Spaghetti with Sardines, smoked mushrooms and Steak. Gemeli was over cooked and a it mushy, not that delicious al dente-ness that Il corvo is known for. The spaghetti tasted like canned tuna casserole, and the saffron was lost in the overpowering fishy aroma. Steak came out medium, rather than the medium rare we ordered. It was...perfectly average. The best dish by far was the mushrooms with a crunchy meaty breadcrumb. We finished our meal feeling like the hype had unfortunately not lived up to expectation. To top it all off, while getting ready to leave...my husband saw a big fat rat run across the inside of the dining room. This is just weeks after a opening, in the middle of a crowded dinner service. Can you imagine what it looks like at when the lights go out night?? We bolted after that and joked about it being Ratatouille Remy to ease our horror. In summary: gorgeous, but kinda dirty. read more
Phenomenal. Simple but delicious food. I am a huge fan of their Pioneer Square restaurant (Il Corvo) so when I heard this place had just opened I jumped at the chance to check it out. I went online and saw they were booked solid for several months - wow - nevermind. Every day I checked the online reservation system to see if there was an opening and I lucked out one evening and snagged a spot last minute. Il Nido is located right off of Alki Beach in a beautiful unassuming house. They open right at 5pm if you arrive early you will need to wait outside. I arrived at 4:45pm and a line had already formed if that gives you an indication of how busy this place gets. There has been a lot of hype for this place so I was very critical of everything from the reservation process to the food. And I have to be honest, while the reservation process is rough the food was phenomenal. What you can expect is homemade pasta, unique dishes that are simple but complex in flavor, excellent service by staff, and a beautiful/relaxing environment to enjoy your dinner. I was seated immediately and handed a one page menu. Similar to Il Corvo they have a limited menu with dishes that are adjusted per the day, season, or whim of the chef's preference based on the ingredients available. Unlike Il Corvo this isn't a rushed experience. Here, you sit and enjoy your meal which I really appreciated. I recommend sticking to the pastas they have on rotation they had four options available during my visit. I was torn between the pasta dishes they all looked so good: ragu alla toscana, spaghetti tartufo, roman style pomodoro, and fazzoletti with a poached egg. Based on the recommendation from my waiter I went with the fazzoletti with morel mushrooms and an olive oil poached egg. It sounded so simple that I didn't think I'd be wowed by the flavors - I initially wanted something hearty and flavorful but the waiter assured me this would be an amazing dish. And you know what? She was right! The pasta arrived and I was still unsure - but after I got a bite of the pasta, with the, oh so soft and delicious, mushroom and yolk - wow. I couldn't stop smiling. Every bite was just beyond amazing. I kept thinking how could this taste so good? Truly made me appreciate the ability to take a few simple ingredients and transform them into this complex flavorful dish. I took my time and enjoyed every bite with my wine. I also got a side of the chicories salad with anchovy dressing, parmesan, and a soft boiled egg. It was tasty but couldn't compete with the fazzoletti. Looking back, I wish I had ordered two pasta dishes and taken one with me (to go - they are good sized portions). I also had the panna cotta for dessert which was good but I'd probably pass on next time and just eat more pasta. The entire experience was pleasant. The decor inside reminds of a very cozy cottage. Think "log cabin-ish", very rustic with lots of wood and stone. Very down to earth, simple and clean. I can't say enough about the pasta, I'd love to go back and try their other offerings (if I can get another reservation). I can't recommend this place enough. read more
7 years ago
Il Nido is truly what an Italian experience should be! Cozy, fresh, and wanting more! Getting reservations are tough (1 month in advance and opens at midnight). Once you dine there the hostess will ask if you want to make more reservations so we made 2 more 3-4 months in advance. I thought this was a really nice touch making them value their customers! Food was amazing and pasta was cooked perfectly! I was really surprised and amazed by the desert both the taste and presentation! The log cabin is so cozy and perfect for a night out! read more
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I'm going to start by saying I wasn't prepared to have my socks knocked off. I love good food, I love a nice setting, and I so appreciate great service. My expectations were beyond met. The outdoor patio area where we were seated was pleasantly warm and comfortable despite the windy and chilly night just outside of the enclosed patio. Our server Courtney was well versed and knowledgeable on the menu, gave us great suggestions and attended to all of her guests table's graciously. We never wanted for a thing. She and others assisting with delivery of our orders timed everything perfectly. We were never rushed. I have to say I've never had a better meal. Period. The food was so fresh, the Bibb lettuces salad is my new all time favorite. Anywhere. Hands down. We also ordered the pasta dish, Mafaldine. It was out of this world, the most savory combination of mushrooms, herbs and parm... for our main dish we ordered the Grigliata Mista, another excellent dish and perfect for sharing. We opted for the olive oil cake for dessert and it was superb. So moist, warm and not too sweet. I wish I had taken pictures of each dish... looks like we will have to return :-) read more
New Italian restaurant in West Seattle! Chef Mike Easton @mikeeaston of @ilcorvopasta opened his new pasta restaurant @ilnidoseattle in Alki Homestead location. I had a great experience; beautifully designed interior, nice ambiance and excellent service. Their food was amazing and I enjoyed each bite of my food. The perfect al dente texture of the pasta with decent homemade sauce. Some highlights of the night: Castelvetrano focaccia with side lardo Busiate, ragu alla toscano Spaghetti, al tartufo read more
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The wait staff was a fun and friendly guide through our evening, making sure we were will taken care of but given space to really relax. Nudo Famosa with mezcal is my new favorite cocktail in Seattle! Amazing! Seriously. We had the salmon crostini, burrata, bucatini, zucchini salad, and ribeye. Everything was thoughtfully composed and used only the best ingredients. Highly recommended. Price is on par with other upscale dining experiences in Seattle. Worth staying up until midnight to catch a reservation. read more
4 years ago
I've reviewed this amazing spot before but had to come back to say how primo Georgia is (gorgeous hostess extraordinaire). What a kind soul! She always makes us feel welcome. You can tell she truly enjoys what she does. And if you know - the quality of the staff speaks to the leadership and of the entire experience. I really love this restaurant, but she makes it next level. It's all special and she, especially is a genuine creative, competent soul. read more
5 years ago
It took awhile to get here with the w Seattle bridge closure but it was well worth the drive! There was an octopus appetizer special not on the menu that was so delicious and well prepared with picked celery. The Il corgi kale salad was perfectly dressed and evenly coated with great flavor and the pasta... oh the pasta was so delicious! Cooked al dente the squid ink spicy pasta and the mushroom and asparagus pasta tied for first and the wild boar ragu was also good but paled in comparison! I can't wait to go back and try more things on the menu! read more
7 years ago
Was lucky to get a reservation on opening week! Overall, was very good, met most expectations and would recommend! Service was top notch and loved the ambiance. They have bar seating (looked like 6-8 seats) that was first come, first serve for those that don't have reservations. Food was very delicious and tasty! The focaccia bread was to die for and we tried two pastas which were both delicious. Loved the sauce that came with the homemade lavender sausage (very subtle lavender taste, not perfume-y at all). Only things were that the pastas were smaller portions than expected and a little too oily for me. Also potatoes that came with the lavender sausage were hard and needed more cooking time. Given it was opening week I think these things will play out with time. Also wanted to note everyone around us ordered the Ragu and it looked very good. Will be back to try it! read more
3 years ago
Amazing place!! Reservation recommended if you want to sit in the restaurant or there is a small bar for 2-people party. Without reservation you may have to wait for a while. The food: delicate, flavorful, and beautiful! We had wine and a full menu with appetizers, entrees (lamb and pasta), dessert and coffee. Really great! Service: impeccable! Friendly host and nice waiter. Price: totally appropriate for the quality you get. It is on the fancy date side but definitely worth every penny! Atmosphere: calm and perfect for conversations! Just an outstanding place and a gem in the area!! Thanks for the beautiful experience! Silvia & Joel read more
Wow! I scored a table for 2 same day. I have been excited to try this place but things just didn't work out until yesterday...I'm so glad they did. The place is totally covid precaution friendly...with curtains, spacing, and staff wearing masks. The historic building is absolutely beautiful, the staff is very welcoming and informative, and the entire evening was pure joy for me and my friend. Craft cocktails to start, then we had the pizza (which was certainly delicious but probably the weakest item of the night). We then graduated to the pasta which if you know anything about this company is the star of the show. We had the boar ragu and the hand rolled pasta with peas. OMG! So perfectly cooked and delicious. I had the pork chop (huge) that was grilled to perfection, and she had the rock fish (the fish is delicious also) accompanied with the corona beans. I'd drop everything in a heartbeat to come back tonight just to try the items I didn't get to try. Plan ahead and make reservations now...you won't be disappointed. BTW, we absolutely loved our server Courtney. She explained all the different pastas, sauces, proteins, and cocktails very graciously and her attention to detail was greatly appreciated. read more
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2717 61st Ave SW
The Alki Homestead
Seattle, WA 98116
Alki
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(206) 466-6265
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Can Il Nodo accommodate vegans?
Not in a substantial way They have a very tiny menu most of their dishes have cheese. They have pasta…
Are there vegan options?
Is it reservation only or are walk-ins accepted?
Walk in for patio seats is available. I recommend getting there around 4pm when they first open or after 6:30pm.
How do you order takeout? I've followed links to a branded online store with nothing listed (are they out?), and there's no info on their pre-COVID site. These folks make the best Italian food in Seattle by FAR; I just want to buy it! 🙂
The restaurant does not offer takeout.
Do they accommodate gluten free pasta for Celiac's?
Not at this time. I called and asked Dec.2019
Do they allow for guests to bring a bottle of wine of their own? If so is there a corkage fee? I haven't been able to see any answers - tried calling and emailing.
You can bring in your own wine at $25 per bottle corkage fee and the wine you bring in should not be on the restaurants wine list.
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