A wonderful choice to have a celebratory dinner! Loved all of the staff. The food was full of flavor and cooked to perfection. Great ambiance. You won't be disappointed! read more

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This place is worth the stop for sure. We started with the focaccia, bib lettuce salad and the burrata, prosciutto plate. I came here with 2 other women and I can say we did not hesitate to order another focaccia as it was so stunningly delicious we knew we would still have room for all the other dishes. We opted for a bottle of wine at Erika's suggestion and it paired beautifully. We tried the seasonal pasta (amazing), the gnocchi primavera (light but flavorful), and the cavatelli. Finished off the meal with gelato and tiramisu. We had the perfect amount of food. The whole experience was about two hours but it was a good pace and amazing. Ambiance, staff and food 10/10 would eat here again. read more

Il Nido - Second course of pastas - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 4.5/5 Food: 3.5/5 Came here for our five year anniversary and decided to give a new Italian spot a try. The building is gorgeous and the inside of the restaurant really is beautiful. I love the way they make it so open and intimate, and the natural light is great. I do wish they played maybe some soft music in the background (maybe there was and I just couldn't hear it), but the ambiance is great and welcoming. Our service was really great. Our waitress was kind, attentive, knowledgeable, and very detail-oriented. She ran through wine pairings like a pro and was just all around a great contributing factor to this rating. The food, while good, wasn't really worth the price point, in my opinion. I felt like after the first couple bites of everything, you go "okay, I'm kind of over this." There wasn't a singular dish that made me want to keep eating it (other than the fact we were both hungry). The mushroom ragu pasta was really salty, on top of the Parmesan which made it really over the top. The linguine verde was good, but occasionally a spare bite of fennel would overpower everything else about the dish, and it felt like playing a little bit of Russian roulette on if you were going to get a great bite or not. The focaccia is good, but not anything extraordinary in my opinion. My favorite thing we ate was the burrata. It paired really well with the pear and chile crisp (though I wish it was spicier). I feel like the service and ambiance saves this place, because the food, while decent, certainly was not the best Italian food I've had in the city, or even West Seattle. Would likely come back again, but might make some adjustments. read more

Absolutely amazing experience! My visit here has been the highlight of my trip to Seattle. Cameron was so kind and welcoming from the moment I came in. And I loved seeing how he treats and interacts with everyone, from employees to customers. Ellie was a very attentive, kind, and knowledgeable server who made my experience here so seamless and enjoyable. Focaccia - so flavorful, airy, and a delicious start to my meal. Fazzoletto - I can't even begin to describe how much I enjoyed this. Hearty, flavorful, DELICIOUS. Pistachio Angel Food Cake - so so SO good. The balance of bright fruit with the more mellow flavors of pistachio. Creamy. Divine. This will be the top of my list for places to return to, and the first restaurant I recommend to friends and family who come to the area. read more

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We celebrated a belated Valentine's Day at Il Nido, and we are excited and thrilled that we did! The meal was superb, and both the host and our server were exceptional. The setting is both rustic -- it looks partially like a construction of Lincoln Logs -- and contemporary. We were comfortably seated next to each other, facing the large stone hearth. After signature cocktails, we shared a salumi appetizer and a focaccia. Mmm... There was a delay in preparing the entrees, and the restaurant apologized for that by offering us another focaccia. My wife enjoyed the tagliatelle with a pork/beef ragu, while my meal was fazzoletto (a single large "handkerchief" of pasta, sauced with a rich and lush mushroom ragu, parmagiano, herbs, and an oil-poached egg yolk). Absolutely stunning! A shared torta al cioccolato for dessert, and we completed a glorious evening. read more

Il Nido, located in a rustic log cabin steps away from Alki Beach in West Seattle, offers an extensive selection of homemade pastas and Italian small plates. Although the food was beautiful and came in decent portion sizes, other than a seasonal ravioli dish in a squash puree, we were not overly impressed with the food. 1) Service (+): Our server was very friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. There is both heated and covered outdoor dining (a reservation needs to be done via email for the outside patio) and indoor dining (reservations need to be made on Rezy). This restaurant is in high demand so we had to search hard for a Saturday dinner reservation for 4 and even so, we could only get a 5pm time slot. 2) Ambience (+): I love the cozy and rustic vibe of the restaurant, complete with wooden chandeliers and airy white drapes. 3) Food (-): We shared a selection of appetizers, pastas, and meat dishes including focaccia bread (these were good and baked with olives but comes in only a small slice), prosciutto and burrata, a seasonal ravioli dish in a squash sauce (our favorite by far), gnocchi with ricotta, the squid ink pasta, bone-in porkchop, tiramisu, and chocolate torte. The food was good but I neither tasted the heartfelt Italian home cooking nor refinement of a 3 $$$ James Beard Foundation nominated restaurant. Nothing stood out except for the ravioli dish. I had high expectations given the positive reviews and was frankly a little disappointed. 4) Alcohol/Drinks (+): There is a very large selection of cocktails and wines at Il Nido. I ordered the Bon Chance - a delicious and citrusy blend of gin and vermouth. 5) Value for Money (+): Il Nido is quite reasonably priced for the brand name it has garnered with smaller appetizers in the $10-$20 range, pastas for $20, and meat dishes around $40. Cocktails go for $14. read more

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Il Nido's food is absolutely amazing! Their pasta tastes so fresh and has so much flavor. The salad was the perfect proportions of all of their ingredients and they came together so well. The focaccia was so crisp and light. The panna cotta and olive oil cake were amazing. Even better than the food, the service was stellar. Everyone was so kind and attentive, and our food & drinks came out really quickly. The restaurant is super intimate and has a great atmosphere. Definitely will come here again, and it's an absolutely amazing place for a special occasion, or just on any normal day. read more

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Hands down, probably one of the best experiences I've ever had in a restaurant. We didn't have a reservation, we were just hoping to sneak into the bar. Cameron greeted us and said it'll be a short wait, but we could order a cocktail and sit. Georgia brought our drinks, by greeting us with my friends name and asked for mine. We sat at the bar and had a spectacular meal and drinks. Tiffany took amazing care of us, giving suggestions, telling stories and welcoming my friend to the neighborhood. The amount of care and personal touch each person had was exceptional. It deserves to be recognized. Thank you for making that such a great experience. I can't wait to be back. read more

Il Nido - Fazzoletto - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Beautiful, cozy & relaxing experience. Everyone was super kind and our waitress was very knowledgeable about everything on and off the menu. Food was amazing and the drink was unique and so good! Definitely recommend making a reservation. read more

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I read about Il Nido in a few 'best of Seattle' round ups. The welcome was warm, the setting is gorgeous, the food was absolutely delicious, and the service very professional. Warm olives and focaccia to share, served with some of the best olive oil I've ever tried. The ragu and pesto pasta were sublime. Definitely highly recommend. read more

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Loved the vibes here, fancy but not pretentious. Service was great, food had some high points and mediocre ones. I would give it another try based on the ambience alone! read more

Review based on communication and reservation practices only. We haven't dined there, because their 30 day-out reservation policy is bogus, and they haven't bothered to return 3 emails (neutral if not lighthearted in nature, see screenshot) and 1 voicemail since 1/14 when I first contacted them about what I initially thought was a glitch with their system. My grievance therefore, is simple: The culture at il Nido is exclusive, their staff is rude, and that's not cool. Background: Based on their written policy, I set my own calendar notification to make a reservation via Resy for Valentine's Day exactly 30 days out, yet the system showed a blackout. I have since attempted to make subsequent reservations each morning, 30 days out, just to test the system. Same thing - all blackouts. I would assume any restaurant would call me back if it was a glitch, but that has not happened. Insult to injury, I was playful in my email (pictured) and revealed that I was hoping to pop "the question." Since they haven't returned my call or replied to my emails, and have chosen to completely ignore reasonable inquiries rather than even try to spin an excuse, I'm left with the impression that il Nido is far more exclusive and snobby than they represent as their written policy. They allegedly offer seating for walk-ins -- outside -- but I'm soured and won't try to join a club that won't take me. For other Yelp users interested in dining at il Nido: Just forget it, or proceed with extreme caution. If the latter: Good luck and I sincerely hope you have the opposite experience than I did. read more

Il Nido - Il Nido ignored this email and subsequent inquiries. Sharing my experience with a hope that they don't repeat this behavior with anyone else - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We wanted a place to celebrate a special occasion and love Italian food. Il Nido checked all of the boxes! The servers were so friendly and personable, the dining room had tons of natural light, and the food was downright incredible. I would've never thought to put an egg yolk on top of pasta (despite eating and making spaghetti carbonara more times than I care to admit), but now I want to try doing that at home. They do take reservations on Resy, but the reservation system opens up 30 days in advance and fills up quickly. So plan ahead - you won't regret it! read more

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I've heard so much about this place and it lived up to expectations. The food was so fresh and you didn't feel super heavy after eating it like you would with some other Italian spots. Great service and a super cute space with a lot of history! read more

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We got very luck with no reservation and the handsome & friendly owner was able to accommodate us. My first time here, not my last by any chance. Pasta was incredible. Dessert was incredible. Everything was infredirib. Burrata facacia EVERYTHING. If you want the best seat in the house, don't worry, it's every seat & the music & ambiance, just perfect. The tiramisu could have been better with less salt but overall great experience Love it. read more

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We have come here two years in a row to celebrate our wedding anniversary and have been blown away both times! The food, service, and decor are all unbeatable. This restaurant is truly a gem! read more

Il Nido - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We're just leaving Alki Beach where Il Nido is located approximately. Honestly, I rarely go out to eat at restaurants and neither do our parents and so this was an exceptional experience to say the least. I get it, listed it says limited vegetarian options, but I am vegetarian and my stomach is full and I am very happy. Look, the food is amazing but let me tell you that you're coming here for the seamless experience that is Il Nido. Henry, our server, is top notch. From filling our glasses with fizzy and flat water in a very timely manner all the time, to giving us more space and time in making our dessert selection, to slipping in an extra order of the focaccia bread at the onset of our dining experience when we realized that the focaccia was so incredibly good, we had to order more. Now, look, my family is a family of foodies. It's not intentional, it's just that our mum always cooked everything from scratch growing up and she had a penchant for making things fancy even when she didn't have enough money to feed herself meat - she spread out the meat and fed it to me and my brother so we would have adequate nutrition growing up. And so we've all become foodies. Because now and then we can afford ourselves exotic ingredients. I'm telling you this because we all cook, all three of us. And we've lived in Europe growing up. And we know a good focaccia or gnocchi dish when we taste one. I'm telling you Il Nido serves food of amazing quality and all of the vegetables and sprigs of herbs are fresh here. There were a couple bay leaves, fresh bay leaves, as garnish and I'm used to cooking with dried bay leaves so I stashed the garnish in my mum's bag with her approval. "Do you want to take these home," she asked me. Well, fresh bay leaves are fancy to me so of course I said yes! Also we, all four of us, tried the chocolate torta (cake) slice for dessert and it even met my mum's husband's approval and he's not much of a foodie but a few things he can appreciate. The main point of this review is that we all left with smiles and although it's a pretty penny to dine here, I would say it's worth it. Also I had a mixed drink called, I forget what, but it had rose petals with the sugar on the rim of the glass and it was divine. Their Italian wine selection must be quite excellent but I wasn't in the mood for wine this afternoon. Oh, and make sure to make a reservation! The server, Henry, and the hostess made my night. They were kind and graceful, they gave us our space but they also came at the right times to switch out dishes and take a good care of us. Thank you so much, Il Nido. I'll be back, for sure. Oh, and kudos to the kitchen staff as well. Everyone in the kitchen seems to work seamlessly together to make everything work perfectly. That's some amazing coordination!! Guests, when you go to the loo, please say the word "corner" when going around the corners so that busy kitchen and serving staff know you are there. read more

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Our date night was delightful! From the moment we walked in to the end was one of our best dining experiences! Anjuli was a 10 star server and all staff went above and beyond expectations! The owner came and chatted with us which was also wonderful. Our meal was out of this world! We had the apple focaccia, calabrese salami, prosciutto, pappardelle and tagiatelle. Thank you Il Nido! read more

I made a reservation on line some months ago, and while our party was seated outside (during February), I still managed to have a blast. Anything we asked for was immediate, and the service was awesome. The food was awesome, as were the drinks. Fabulous time. I read some other reviews regarding making reservations and some difficulties there, while I didn't experience those things, my hope would be that the restaurant sorts that out - the place is too good not to be able to cater to those wanting to dine there. While I've only been once, I'll be back for sure. read more

The fazzoletto (mushroom pasta) continues to be one of the best things I've ever eaten in my life. Please never take it off the menu!! We also tried a couple new things this time including the asparagus and cabbage/potato salad - both were fantastic. Espresso martini and chocolate torte also fantastic as usual read more

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We went to this restaurant for our wedding anniversary. I would say their food is good, service is nice, but not my favorite meal by any means. It's definitely pricey, I kind of don't understand the hype. We ordered many dishes, I would say the two that impressed me was the bread in the beginning and the grilled pork at the end. For a place that is famous for pasta, their pasta dishes are just ok. We had the truffle pasta, and the short rib ragú. The truffle pasta was simple, and the noodle tasted just like what my husband made at home with our kitchen aid attachment. The Ragú tasted very similar to what my Italian friend made, I think my friend's was a bit more flavorful than theirs. Both pasta dishes were just a bit blend, and underwhelming. We also ordered a side dish, the grilled cabbage. This is most bizarre dish of the night. The cabbage was sweet and sour and a little spicy. I felt like I walked in a Thai restaurant. It was just ok, and also came half burnt. It just does not go with any other dishes. I don't think I like would choose to go there on purpose again. But thanks for validating my husband's noodle making skill, and my friend's ragú making skill! read more

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One of the best experiences I had in Seattle. Huge fan of Il Corvo in its glory days. Just had the opportunity to visit Il Nido recently. One of the best meals of my life. Core memory material. IT WAS A SPECTACULAR EXPERIENCE to say the least and the staff from the host who checks you in to your server are all really nice. Everything was, undoubtedly, so good. read more

Il Nido - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Hands-down the most delicious mushroom pasta I've EVER had. Don't miss the focaccia and beet salad. EAT HERE! read more

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Sarah our server was amazing the food was perfect and we had the best time! We will be coming back. It felt like we were in a little Italian log cabin even as close to the city as you are. read more

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Il Nido is the perfect restaurant with perfect service and every mouthful of food is also perfect. My husband and I usually just order 2-3 pastas and an appetizer because the proteins are delicious, but the pasta is what SINGS. We go about every three months and the staff make us feel so welcome. They even remember us which feels so nice. It's always a truly phenomenal experience. 10/5 stars. read more

WOW. All I have to say for this place. I LOVED everything about it. I think it was probably the entire plan about going to this place but the food was incredible as well. We took the ferry to Alki, did a picnic and had some drinks at the beach, and then headed over to Il Nido for dinner. The ambiance, the environment truly deserves a 10000/10. You feel as though you're being served in a little house by the most renowned chef in Seattle. What a great experience! I wanted to order every single plate on the menu, so definitely planning to go back! read more

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Great dinner to celebrate our anniversary! Ambiance, service and food were fantastic.

Great experience all around, from the moment you walk in. The hostess was super friendly and welcoming. Our server was excellent. Very engaging. We did sit outside, my hands were a little cold but nothing crazy! The food was very tasty. Great flavor. We wanted to try a few things on the menu. First, we ordered the Ballad of Pancho Villa drink, I ordered a couple of these because they were delicious! We also tried the snow monkey. It was unexpected but still good. We started with the king trumpet mushroom and pear salad. This salad was fabulous, very light, and a great starter. Next, we had tortelli di zucca and the fazzoletto. Both the pastas were cooked perfectly. Great flavor. We shared everything, so this still wasn't enough food for the two of us, so we also ordered the Saratoga cut ribeye. Oh boy, the steak was perfect. Great flavor, cooked perfectly, and the vinaigrette on the greens under the steak was delightful. Nothing was too heavy, which is great when you want to try a few things. We had to try desserts. We got the chocolate tort and pistachio angel food cake. Both were not too sweet, light, and delicious. I would highly recommend Il Nido!! Good food, good service, great vibe all around. Perfect for a date night! read more

Il Nido - King trumpet mushroom and pear salad - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

After many attempts to secure dinner, reservations, we finally secured a spot on a Friday night at 6 PM - but for the patio, not the lovely dining room. We were warned that it could be cool out there, and it was. The service was excellent, and the food was delicious. But the cold, drab, noisy patio, made it feel more like a burger joint than a high-end restaurant. If I have to eat dinner with my coat on, it shouldn't cost well over $200. I recommend the place, but do not accept a table reservation for the patio. read more

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Il Nido was superb! The restaurant is set in a beautiful historic house. Even though we sat on their patio on a chilly night in mid-September, we felt very comfortable. It was fully covered with heaters throughout. Between four of us, we shared the burrata, olives, and focaccia as appetizers. For our mains, we each had a pasta dish. I had a lemon pesto pasta which was amazing. I definitely want to return for their new seasonal menu. read more

the hostess is a full vibe - i really want to be her friend because she made us feel like she was inviting us into her home & was excited for us to be there. and, of course the food was everything i had hoped it would be: fresh, creative, delicious. the fact there's an actual parking lot is a huge bonus for my old ass. be prepared to pay some $ this experience. read more

Dear Il Nido, It's crazy-cool that you're in a homestead by the beach...I really wasn't expecting a log cabin! Thanks SO much for the free parking and so glad there was a spot left for us! Thanks for turning on the outdoor patio heater for my partner's mom...she gets cold in hot weather so REALLY APPRECIATE IT. Service was spectacular...Erica took great care of us (and kept our water full...I drink WAY too much water). As for the food...I'LL BE DREAMING ABOUT THAT CREAMY, PARMASEAN-Y POLENTA UNTIL I COME BACK FOR MORE. No, seriously. I would've happily foregone my entree if I'd have known it was going to be so f'in spectacular when I ordered it to start. Unfortunately (my fault, not yours), I didn't read the vegetarian option on the pasta dishes thoroughly, meaning I ended up with a sauce that contained pistachios (I hate pistachios). Again, not your problem. The pasta itself was weird though ( I should've looked up what I was about to get into before I ordered, but no explanation was offered until I asked what was on the plate in front of me)...it looked like beef and I had to triple-check it was, in fact, actual pasta not some secret sirloin thrown on my plate. Not my favorite, but at least I know I don't like Testaroli now! Wine list was good and pretty reasonably priced, and your drink menu was fantastic! REALLY looking forward to coming back (if we can get a reservation) and getting a few servings of polenta, haha! Cheers and hope to see you soon, XXO, Liana read more

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Great restaurant, very cozy spot in Alki Beach with friendly staff and great service. Great food but need a reservation if you don't want to sit at the bar. read more

Such a cozy Italian restaurant next to Alki beach! The waitress was helpful in explaining recommendations and specials as it was our first time here. I enjoyed the focaccia and gnocchi primavera the most! read more

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Solid 4 stars. Limited menu but something for most - vegetarians and carnivores alike. Nothing in the special menu for vegetarians but a couple other pasta options were excellent options. Staff were extremely friendly and service was on point. The indoor ambience was inviting - quaint, quiet and cozy. read more

Il Nido - Bottle of wine from Montalcino. - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Food , service and ambiance were great second time we went and there will definitely be a next time

The service was kind and and attentive. The food was absolutely delicious. The conversation at the table decided it was definitely the best restaurant in West Seattle. The cedar plank salmon was fresh and amazing. The pasta dishes were sumptuous and creative. Even the side dishes were creative and delicious. Maybe the best salmon I have had, and I'm old. Book reservations in advance. It's worth the wait. read more

The food was outstanding and I love the service. It's a nice place to eat and a great place to bring a date.

Ambience was super nice. Had a lovely meal for one here the other day. From the host to the waitress, to the food an overall good experience. I ordered the duck, which was delicious. Melted in my mouth.. I ll be back read more

Il Nido - Duck - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Could a restaurant possibly be any more beautiful? Wow this log cabin cozy yet elegant atmosphere is perfect. Love that they have some natural wine selections. read more