Saltoro

If I could give more than 5 stars I would. I read about…read morethis place prior to our trip into Seattle. I tried for two weeks make reservations, with no luck. Finally a Monday night at 930 became available, I immediately grabbed it. They had a cancellation and actually called me see if I wanted an earlier reservation, which of course I jumped on that too. Appreciated they made the call and whoever cancelled. The ambiance gave old school and new school Italian vibes. The service from walking in to leaving was 5 star. Everyone was friendly. Our server was very attentive, and he was very thorough with explaining dishes and making recommendations. They started us off with complimentary rabbit pate on a crosstin with balsamic drizzle and fresh bread. The rabbit pate was very good. We started off with some cocktails, The paper plane, negroni, espresso martini and bello bandito. No complaints there. For food we tried the Insalata di cicoria - Chicory salad. It was topped with gorgonzola crumbles and pomegranate seeds. The salad was paired perfectly as the Chicory is on the bitter side. Next up was the Tajarin con burro E salvia, which was a fine hand cut egg yolk pasta with cultured butter and sage. I love you can order half or full plates. This pasta was velvety, and full of flavor. I normally do not like a thin pasta, but I loved this one! Risotto di mais was up next. This was a risotto with fresh corn and tomato butter, this was by far the best risotto I have ever had. We only ordered a half, but my next visit would be a full! The flavors all shined through. You could taste everything with each bite, the Parmesan, tomatoes butter, sweetness from the corn. All the food was amazing, but this was by far my favorite bite! Protein we went with the trota con fagioli, pan seared trout with salsa fagioli and carmalized onions. The salsa fagioli was a creamy white bean like sauce. The fish was pan seared perfectly with great flavor. Loved it, skin and all. Ended the meal with a decadent torta al cioccolato, chocolate cake with gianduja moose, chocolate buttercream, hazelnut brutti ma buoni and luxury cherries. I am not a dessert eater, although this looked amazing, I didn't try it, BUT my dinner companions loved it. I would never come back to Seattle without getting reservations here!

Really, really wanted to give this restaurant a higher rating but it fell short. Here's what I did…read morelike - our server was great and the space is lovely with a cozy, warm vibe. Unfortunately, the food did not hit right. Here's what we ordered: Appetizer: Crispelle - Crespelle filled with taleggio & fig mostarda with roasted figs and walnuts: Tasted like a crepe filled with brie - just OK. Primi: Tajarin con burro e salvia - Fine hand-cut egg yolk pasta with cultured butter and sage. I see the potential but someone was heavy handed with the salt so it ruined whatever flavors were supposed to come through. Secondi: Salmone reale - Pan-roasted king salmon with sauteed chanterelles, crimini brodo and thyme oil. Again, could have been really great but the mushrooms & sauce were overly salty. I think I read another review that captures my sentiments . . . perhaps whoever was the chef that night fell short. I specifically asked if the head chef Stuart was there and they said no.

Cute and rustic

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4.4(8.1k reviews)

8.4 mi•Downtown

The Pink Door was such a great experience! The restaurant itself is beautiful, lively and full of…read morepersonality, but the FOOD!! Not only was everything absolutely delicious, the presentation was gorgeous. The colors were so vibrant and every plate looked almost too pretty to eat... almost. The staff was fantastic too! Super knowledgeable, friendly and gave us some great recommendations. And the lasagna??? BB... it literally melted in your mouth. I swear every bite somehow tasted even better than the one before it. I don't know what kind of magic they're putting in there, but I'm still thinking about it! Beautiful space, amazing food, great service. The Pink Door is definitely worth a visit when you're in Seattle!

The food at this restaurant was delicious, I'm not surprised it's so hard to get a reservation!…read moreHowever, the portions are quite small, so be prepared to need an appetizer in addition to the entree. I got the popular lasagna, and it was so good but very small. The cioppino was the perfect size and the bread it came with was perfect for dipping. So delicious, I highly recommend! The cake was kinda hard so not the biggest fan, it did taste good but it didn't seem as fresh as it could've been and it didn't really taste like basil.

Beautiful main room

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Linguini alle vongole

La Fontana Siciliana

4.2(774 reviews)

8.2 mi•Belltown

Recently, I met up with some colleagues for a small team dinner at La Fontana Siciliana. I was so…read moreexcited because this place had been on my list for so long! Not only to experience the food, but the DREAMY outdoor space I had seen all over social media. Service was excellent from start to finish. We managed to get an outdoor seat (yay!) and the vibes were immaculate from the start. It definitely gives off more romantic/date night vibes, but it was also fun to experience with some ladies from my team. Perfect for a girl's night! Obsessed with the string lights, the fountain, and the overall atmosphere. You somehow don't even realize you're in the middle of Seattle when you're here. The menu has so many options which made it so hard to choose, but I ended up going with the Fettucini ai Fungh - fresh fettuccini pasta with wild mushrooms served in a light cream sauce topped with truffle oil, and I also added chicken. When I say this is probably my FAVORITE pasta I've had in Seattle, I'm not kidding... I almost cleared my plate which is hard for me as my eyes are always bigger than my stomach, but I made it happen! The cream sauce was rich but not too heavy, and the truffle oil was prominent without being crazy overpowering. 10/10 absolutely no notes. Hands down would have trouble ordering something else when I visit again. Without a doubt, I will be returning in the future for a date night!

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.

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Due' Cucina - Capitol Hill

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This is hands down my new favorite italian restaurant! I got the pesto and tiramisu, and they were…read moredelectable Prices were also extremely reasonable, and the portions were hella filling. I went here on an empty stomach after a long day, and almost couldnt finish my pasta. Definitely a bang for your buck. The staff were also so sweet and informative! Also, this is deadass the first restaurant I've been to where the pasta is legit al dente to perfection. Highly highly reccommend. Pls open a location south of seattle near Renton or Tukwila too pls pls

This place is more of a fast-casual pasta spot than a traditional sit-down restaurant, which I…read moreactually liked. You walk in and order at a self-service kiosk, and there are plenty of options to customize your pasta. You can choose from different pasta types and sauces, which makes it easy to build exactly what you want. We ordered the short rib pasta and the carbonara, along with a cannoli for dessert. After ordering, you seat yourself and they call your name when the food is ready. We had no problem finding a table for two. There seemed to be a lot of takeout orders coming through. Both pastas tasted fresh and were cooked al dente, just as advertised. The carbonara was creamy and flavorful. The short rib itself was good, but the pasta and sauce were a bit separated, so the pasta didn't absorb as much flavor as I expected. The cannoli was very filling and had a hint or orange in it. Overall, it's a good spot if you're looking for quick, customizable pasta. Just keep in mind that it's more of a fast-casual place rather than a full sit-down service restaurant.

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Sansonina Ristorante Italiano

4.7(524 reviews)

18.5 mi

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

Their bar and entry

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Lupo

4.5(378 reviews)

5.0 mi•Fremont

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!

Long table perfect for larger groups

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Oil infused with pepper

Brunello Ristorante

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Family-owned & operated

Catering service

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!

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Mezzanotte

3.9(172 reviews)

12.8 mi•Georgetown

For those short of time and live with no adventure I'll cut to the chase. The food is exquisite…read more For the rest, please read on. This last week while traveling for business to Seattle I had the pleasure of dining at Mezzanote. Their name of course implies it is an Italian restaurant but what you don't realize until you have sat and initiated your meal is that you, regardless of choice are embarking on a beautiful tribute to Northern Italian cuisine. At first arrival, the immediate impression is one of modest presentation but friendly and very inviting ambience. The staff, including our Server Marcus was attentive and had impeccable timing to read the table and flow of those joined in the meal. Check back was perfect and his service support was equally in tune with the other tables on the patio where we sat. Now this is what you have been waiting for... The food and I mean, we had almost one of every item on the menu and every dish was simply delicious. Tastes that were balanced and never overwhelming, but truly inspired dishes that your taste buds understand that the food was made with care and meant to satisfy even the toughest of pallets. Let's start with the house focaccia and ask for the disco sauce to dip your bread. It was a tummy satisfying start but then they dropped the focaccia regala and with the cheeses melted in a medley that left me thankful I was as they say "hungry as a hostage" because the meal had just begun. The next appetizer brought out was the Carote... This medley of carrots smoked with a Chile Honey Glaze left this BBQ born and raised Mexican wondering why ?? And then I had my first forkful and any doubt that I had about the chef creating something sacrilegious by smoking carrots left me, as the flavors were amazing. For a moment I forgot I was eating my vegetables.. where was this when I was a younger man. On to the main courses and the Reginette was first up. This Bolognese was a hearty blend of flavor and subtlety as it wasn't overly anything except satisfying. The Braciola Dia Miaale was a durock pork chop with a rhubar mostarda and salsify puree with asparagus that could not have been better. You didn't have to be a pork chop fan to enjoy this at all. Every dish that arrived was better than the one before. The Bucatini C'Anciuova, Prawns with Calabrian Chile, anchovies, tomatoe and orange zest was a delight and I don't normally eat anything overly spicy. This was a balance of heat with a twist of tang that the orange zest delivered flawlessly. Allow me to share that it is imperative you save room for dessert. Their tiramisu taste as if there is some Italian grandmother locked away in a pastry room kicking these out. They have other desserts to be sure, but this is the star of the show in my opinion. For those of you that are wine enthusiast, they did have a wine list that was impressive. All in all, for those that follow me, you know that it is a rarity for me to give any place I visit five stars from the first visit. Consistency is premium in my book. But as I mentioned to one of our fellow diners. This food is amazing, and the reality is each of these dishes could be served in a five-star venue layered with opulence and still the food would outshine the location. The only drawback was there was no Coke Zero... Damn it ...Turns out though that can be a pretty tough find in the city of Seattle in all the restaurants. For one that does not participate in alcohol or wine, my taste buds were not underserved and I survived without my Zero. This place is a go-to for any Italian yearning for authentic Italian food made with love. That's the only way I can describe just how good the food is. This isn't something that is prepared in volume for the masses. The chef and that team are simply serving with their hearts and it resonates with every bite. I'll be back, again and again. Oh and should you find yourself needing to go to the restroom. Ask for the Disco restroom.. that alone is worth the drive... Lol until next time Mezzanote! Thank you for a wonderful meal.

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!

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Barolo Ristorante

4.0(1.5k reviews)

8.2 mi•Denny Triangle

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!

Firstly, the happy hour and bar menu are stellar! I started with the Pinot Grigio, my Nana had a…read morered wine, and we shared the grilled Caesar to start. For our entrées, I had the rigatoni, which was absolutely delicious, and my Nana loved the eggplant Parmesan. The real star of the meal, though, was the complimentary focaccia bread--holy Hannah, it was that good. The restaurant was definitely lively. It was a bit louder than I expected, and there was a strange high-pitched whistle throughout our meal, but it wasn't enough to take away from the experience. Overall, the food was fantastic, the service was great, and the atmosphere was fun and energetic. We'll definitely be back. 10/10.

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Lumache - baked escargot

Haerfest

4.4(86 reviews)

5.2 mi•Wallingford

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

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Michael W.

941

10 years ago

Me and my family members have been eating at this restaurant for quite some time...then I opened a wellness center across the street had a practitioner coming for a private session. One of the wait staff parked right in front of the studio and has been doing it regularly, so I kindly asked her if she could park over by the restaurant because I had someone coming in there was no other spots; she flipped me off, told me to F off and reminded me that it was a free country. I was so shocked and taken back that I kind of froze. As she walked away with her nose skyhigh she said: you can park over there we are not allowed. I still had people in my studio for the class that was just ending and they were absolutely gob smacked and embarrassed that such an act would happen in public for someone who serves the public in a very nice restaurant. I was so disturbed from this incident I then talked to the manager and she gave me hope that maybe this could change. I spoke with the manager and mentioned with my years of customer service experience I had never experienced such disrespect, disregard, dishonor and absolute hatred. I also warned that if she acts like this to regular passerby's on the street that one day she's going to flip inside the restaurant. Maybe when a customer is not happy and then people will speak about that too. I also told the manager during the evening when her restaurant was open I told my students not to park there because I wasn't either; come to find out that it's actually city/public property. So yes, it is a free country, thank goodness. And yes, she is allowed to park there. But you know what, we are supposed to help each other out a small businesses. I do not appreciate the slight of entitlement because you have a license plate stating that someone has served this country. Because guess what my grandfather served my grandmother served my father served and so on... People need to speak out about other people's ugly actions and that is exactly what this is. Her asinine behavior stowed upon by an employee from this establishment is an absolute embarrassment for this community. I will tolerate it no longer. This Trumpism smearing need to be combatted with people speaking up and communicating their peace. I will no longer step foot in this business ever again. I will also tell my friends to think twice before eating there. This servers behavior has been witnessed by handful of people at the work live locations across the street and it is unacceptable. #PeopleWhoDeserveAndExpectSuperiorCustomerService #Beware ------------------- Today said employee spat on our studio window while class was in session. #HateCrime #ThisBusinessCondonesViolenceAndHate read more

Richard M.

15 years ago

Saltoro was an unexpected surprise. Whenever I go to an Italian restaurant I get spaghetti with meatballs. It's pretty hard for a place to screw that up. If an Italian place can't do spaghetti right then they have no business being in business. So when we came here I expected to order spaghetti and meatballs. The menu, however, was just too unique to stay safe. I ordered the truffle fries, which were superb, as well as a really nice chicken dish. My wife had a salad that she said was very good as well. It's right in the neighborhood so we'll be back. read more

John L.

7 years ago

After waiting for an hour for a table for six, they needed a table for four + table for 2. They had an empty table for two next to the table for four that was just clearing out. In walks a couple wanting a table for two, and they seat them immediately at the table for 2 we need and then tell us sorry we no longer have that table for 6 we just told you became available. Never going back, service was terrible. read more

Sharon F.

13 years ago

One of the great neighborhood restaurants in the North end of town. This place is fully legit, with some higher end entrees, gourmet appetizers (try the prawns and pancetta) but also more casual stuff (gourmet pizza, a nice burger). Fantastic service, really nice light and atmosphere. Thumbs up. A bit spendy, but you get what you pay for. Recommended! read more

Haywood H.

4 years ago

The food is superb and the servers are wonderful about dealing with food allergies. The seasonal sorbet is amazing. The ambiance is also wonderful. The restaurant is set up in such a way that it is easy to converse even when the restaurant is full. Would definitely highly recommend. read more

Caryn W.

3 years ago

This has been one of our favorite restaurants for many years. It seems like it is even better now than it was before. Caesar is an amazing chef. It's a beautiful atmosphere and the staff is wonderful. The prices are completely reasonable. Absolutely will keep coming back here! read more

Aleene W.

11 years ago

This is one of my favorite restaurants to go to in Seattle. The Sea Salt Chicken is amazing!! The environment is relaxing and also kid friendly, and the service is great. I've been coming here for years and highly recommend it!! read more

Albert P.

Elite 14

1494

13 years ago

I was raised on an Euro American menu so being here felt very comfortable and casual. I had the Veal Bologenese and it was delicious. The cocktails were generous and creative. I will be back. read more

J K.

131

1751

4082

7 years ago

I should come here more often. Why don't I? Every time I come here (which is once every 5-10 years), I enjoy the food and drinks. Is it the atmosphere that turns me off? I don't know. read more

Victoria S.

4 years ago

Took a chef with me and he loved the creative recipes and he learned a few new things. Great menu and drink offerings. Flavor profiles were extremely well balanced. read more

Martin S.

16 years ago

BE CAREFUL - there have been multiple car break in's in their parking lot. Management/Ownership needs to get control of the situation before we return. read more

Elizabeth S.

16 years ago

Great food, great staff and I agree with the previous reviewer - you must try the truffel fries!!

William T.

13 years ago

Been here many times over the last couple of years. Great food, affordable. Good wine selection.

Shayla H.

184

5 years ago

The food was amazing, the drinks were delicious, and the service was wonderful! Highly recommend

Jamie P.

158

170

7 years ago

This is not a place to eat if you are avoiding sugar- it's seriously in almost everything

D. B.

16 years ago

Decor was excellent. The food was a bit bland. I have definitely had better Italian.

Chris P.

9 years ago

good food for very reasonable prices, good atmosphere. waiter was alright. yup.

Max A.

13 years ago

Everything about this place rules except the parking. Food is ridiculously good

Walter P.

7 years ago

Good food, service, and ambience. The roast chicken is terrific.

Hayley H.

11 years ago

Good wine and good steak! Definitely coming back :)

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4.5

(38 reviews)

Have you been? If…read moreyour answer is ANYTHING, other than a resounding YES... YOU ARE MISSING OUT You're missing out on Vibe. Want to see what its like to have an owner/operator instead of the typical bar staff. Thats what you're getting here. I dont typically go to wine bars or similar for conversation, as that is lacking, but herein, my date and I had a great conversation about Geology, science, LOVE, DEATH, the deepest pursuits of the soul, as well as diving into the meaning of life and existence. Some of those may or may not be true, but the gist is that they could all have been true The owners make the effort to connect. The Seattle freeze doesnt live here it seems. I can appreciate a fine conversation over an excellent glass of sparkling as much as the next guy, and here you will definitely get it. If you try. Vibe check is spot on. The Venue. Charming. Can we say that again. VERY C H A R M I N G indeed. Open spaces. Room to spread out. Quiet and calm and inviting with indoor AND outdoor spaces. The neighborhood makes it easy to get to and even easier to park at.... which is a MAJOR win. Selection. Wonderful, and the fact that they do the very unique chameleon act of breakfast, lunch-ish, cocktail-ish, and evening change of concept with food and rotating food trucks.. makes we want to come back. I will definitely come back. Stop reading this now and go check them out!

This Drumlin update is essentially transitional, jumping from Nov 2022 to Feb 2025 to July 2025…read more(7/20/25). I enjoy stopping by Shoreline's Ridgecrest neighborhood, because of the Crest theater, Ridgecrest Books, Cafe Aroma, and Drumlin. Drumlin is the sister restaurant to the adjacent Ridgecrest Pub which often hosts a wide variety of food trucks. I like how Ridgecrest overall has created a pleasant sense of community. Drumlin first came onto my radar screen because I heard about an Escoffier trained pastry chef working there from another Yelp Elite. I tried a few times to stop by, but the popular baked goods were always sold out. But I did end up having a tasty lunch which I wrote up in my previous review from 11/13/22. This pastry chef has since then moved on. Drumlin then returned onto my radar screen because I heard of about a revamp of their beverage and culinary program. I was able to spontaneously stop by, snag a two top and really enjoyed my first 2025 visit back on February 19th. I savored my spinach salad, casio e pepe risotto, and Running Up That Hill cocktail. It was a bit spendy since I had just started a new job. However, I appreciated the quality and its location close to home. It was nice to see positive write ups in Seattle Magazine and The Stranger, giving positive props to this Shoreline destination. Then I heard that Drumlin went into full cafe mode with daily business hours 7am to 1pm. Menu focuses on beverages, baked goods, and breakfast sandwiches/wraps for the time being. Interesting pivot, but not fully using their awesome multi-purpose space. They have outdoor seating, a full bar, a stage, many two tops against a banquette, street parking, and a dedicated private parking lot. Oh well, I'm sure there is a story behind that and why dinner service has been suspended. Anyways, subsequent visits happened all within a week on July 12th, 13th, and 20th. The first two visits were around 11 am, today's visit was at 745 am. The visits were all onsite for one hour, 90 minutes, and five hours, respectively. Absolutely chill vibe being onsite. Often the challenge visiting indie cafes, there's never enough seating, too crowded, the sea of laptops, ad naseum. I enjoy seeing solos, pairs, groups, and families stopping in whether to stay awhile or as takeout. I've enjoyed collectively to date: 3 - 16oz iced mochas, 1 chocolate chip cookie, one peach gingerbread cake slice, and two Morning Glory muffins. Today's muffin was especially awesome, still warm from the oven, love the overall moist crumb, and especially the pepitas for texture. This going to be a hard situation because I enjoy Cafe Aroma located diagonal from Drumlin, but I definitely favor the fresh onsite scratch pastries here. There's also some featured baked goods from Kaffeeklatch, located in Seattle's Lake City neighborhood. I've contributed two posts and 40 photos over five visits. Hopefully this provided a comprehensive view of my experience at Drumlin. I've been a Shoreline resident for over 23 years, I'm always rooting for hometown businesses to succeed as they evolve, remain vibrant, and viable.

Modena Pizza & Pasta

4.1

(223 reviews)

This place Is a delicious I Love the food and It's people are so kind and fast …read more I took a half and half pizza . On a warm day , Very tasty and fresh ! I would def come back .

Hey folks, a hidden gem of a spot in the Roosevelt area is Modena Pizza and Pasta. The restaurant…read moreserves pizza, salads, calzones, pastas, and bread among other items. We were interested in having takeout and ordered a couple salads (Caesar and Mediterranean). We place the order through Toast who partners with Modena for online orders (delivery and pick up). The salads arrived within an hour of ordering and left at the front door as instructed. The Mediterranean salad included tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers, onions, olives and Feta cheese, served with Modena's own Italian dressing. The Caesar salad includes Romaine lettuce tossed with Caesar dressing, Modena's organic croutons, Parmesan cheese and lemon wedges. This salad was delicious! The Romaine on the Caesar was crisp and fresh as were the other ingredients. I really liked the dressing. Ditto for the Mediterranean, the included ingredients were fresh and tasted great! The combining of flavors from the cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, green peppers and red onions were divine, and the feta cheese just topped it all off. We'll try their pizzas on our next Toast online purchase or a dine in purchase experience.

Mr Gyros

4.6

(72 reviews)

Hands down the best gyros I've ever had, and the plates are *phenomenal*. Every dish is just…read morepacked with authentic Mediterranean flavors. The family the runs it is wonderful, too, and always makes you feel welcome (thanks Sammy!). Definitely a stand-out and must-try spot.

This food is bonkers good. Also. They remember you when you come back. I have colleagues from…read moreCalifornia and they insist on eating here. Last time they visited they ordered before I arrived and when I showed up the owner said, "oh, you made it." Not a big deal,but he knew from my order that they had ordered for me. That's not a level of service you get in Seattle everyday. Lastly, I don't live in Greenwood, I'm there for work maybe once a month. That is service and quality.

Zax Eat N Three

4.9

(37 reviews)

Really cute family restaurant. Beautiful family working hard to share their delicious food. I…read moretried all the mains. Chicken was alright but the meat loaf and pork were awesome. The sides were the highlight. Loved the corn fritters, potato, beans. Banana cream cake good and epic for 6 bucks. Goo and support this cook!

Zax Eat N Three is a must-try business to support near Green Lake on 99. Run by a delightful…read morefamily, Zax has a small but mighty menu of southern bbq that manages to be both reassuringly familiar and excitingly unique. They offer three proteins (smoked chicken, smoked meatloaf, and pulled pork). My spouse and I both ordered meatloaf in different formats--a sandwich melt with one side for him, a plate with two sides for me. The sides we tried were all fantastic: the corn fritters were crunchy and balanced, the miso honey green beans were full of flavor and not at all too sweet as I'd feared, and the potato salad was fluffy and herby. As far as I'm concerned, these are the best sides offerings of any bbq in the greater Seattle area. I even wonder if the owners might consider offering an all-sides plate! I regret to report that we both found the meatloaf quite dry and a little tough/dense. The slices are grilled so it's possible they stayed on too long, although the inside was still pink. The flavor was great, and the bbq sauce on top was delicious. It was just the texture that put us off. It does look like other reviewers loved the meatloaf; maybe we came on a bad day. But because the flavors of everything were so good, we will be back--next time to try the chicken. We ordered takeout, and the food was ready very quickly. The owner was very sweet and welcoming. Check them out!

Pete's Egg Nest

4.2

(967 reviews)