One of my absolute favorite restaurants and bars in Seattle. The ambiance is perfect, and I love the Edison Bulbs, they remind me of camping out on the Sierra when I was a kid. I'm half Italian and this is Nonna's cooking taken to the next level. All the pasta here is handmade so service can be slower than what you're used to elsewhere but it's well worth it. I love ordering the spaghetti and meatballs with ricotta, so good. Their wines are insane and they do delicious profiteroles. The bartender there (white gentleman about six feet with blondish brown hair who wears button ups) is super friendly and I love talking to him about the neighborhood and the fun things to do. We got into a conversation once about Massive and the changes the club has seen over the past few years. He's been a Seattleite for longer than I have and it's always a pleasure to speak about history. They have a late night happy hour which starts at 9:30, barely any people in the restaurant and you can load up on some of the best Italian food the city has to offer for half off. They charge an auto-gratuity which is distributed to all of the staff including BOH. I love it here. read more

- the calamari was a miss for me! the breading almost seemed soggy, and that it didn't stick that well because it disintegrated apart from the squid when eating. there were some bits that were nice and soft, but most of the rings were harder to chew. didn't taste like it was salted, so had to ask the waiter for some salt and lemon - the ragu was new for me! i personally really liked the addition of orange to the meat sauce, my only complaint was that it wasn't saucy enough after mixing and it felt like i was eating more noodles with chunks of ragu every now. - i wish i ate the white wine pasta faster because it easily solidified into a chunk after downing the ragu first. it was a cold day, so i don't blame them but i can't give it a fully honest review. - the drink was nice and refreshing! i forgot what it was exactly, but it was passionfruit maybe mango? with mint leaves read more

Tavolàta Capitol Hill - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Focaccia 4/5 Carbonara 4/5 Espresso martini 5/5 Negroni 4/5 Tiramisu 3/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance 2/5 (outdoor seating was not great) read more

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Not bad, portions were a bit small, but for an Italian restaurant it's expected. We ordered a few appetizers to start: the burrata and calamari. The burrata was fine and calamari was chewy and didn't have much crunch. It came out lukewarm as well. I ordered the pappardelle and the flavor was lacking. I should've ordered something else. Overall not very satisfied 2.1/5 read more

We really enjoy the happy hour here! The food is consistent and delicious. Every dish is executed very well. Servers are always friendly and accommodating to your dietary needs. Pretty relaxed atmosphere for large parties. Important to note that they have one spot available for disabled parking right in front of the restaurant. Cap Hill parking can be challenging. read more

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Wow!! Amazing, spectacular 10/10 experience! We stopped by last minute on a busy Saturday night but were able to snag a table! We loved the ambiance of this place, such a warm and at home feel. The service was amazing and the vibes were perfect for a rainy evening in Seattle. My bf and I shared the spaghetti pomodoro with chicken and the AMAZING UNMATCHED focaccia bread. I'm still thinking about it!! Thanks for such an incredible pasta meal in Seattle :) read more

Tavolàta Capitol Hill - Spaghetti Pomodoro - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I went with my family for a birthday dinner during happy hour and it was great! We went around 4:15pm on a Friday and made a reservation ahead of time, so there was a table ready for us when we arrived. It wasn't too busy and was not too loud inside. We ordered off of the happy hour menu which is a great deal, and everything tasted amazing. Everyone loved the croquettes and the three pastas we got. The pappardelle pasta had hint of mint in every bite which was very unique and added a nice fresh taste to the dish. It was a lot of food for five people and we even had leftovers. I'd definitely recommend for some classic Italian food and would come back to try more. read more

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One of our favorite places to dine at when we are in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. Food is always fresh and flavorful. Generous portions and we love the atmosphere too- relaxing and the service is always great. read more

Tavolàta Capitol Hill - Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Came in for the late-night happy hour on a Saturday (starts at 9 PM) and was seated quickly. We Tried the rigatoni, pappardelle, and cacio e pepe. All were perfectly al dente and generous portion size. The standout for me was definitely the pappardelle. Visiting from San Diego, and I have to say, this pasta outshines most Italian spots back home. Will 100% be back next time I'm in Seattle. read more

Tavolàta Capitol Hill - Late night Happy hour - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We had a great experience at Tavolàta! We the cocktails were great and the food was too. The focaccia was pretty good. We ordered the bucatini and the rigatoni. I rate the rigatoni 10/10 and the bucatini 5/10. The staff was great and the vibe was good too. We enjoyed sitting at the bar. read more

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After a long day at the convention, we stop by this place to grab dinner with our group of 8! I don't think they're able to see larger groups than eight so that's also something to make a note of. When we arrived, we had to wait a while for a table to become available maybe about 20 to 30 minutes. When we entered, there's some restrooms to the left and the lighting inside is pretty dim. We all took a minute to look at the menu and then meet our orders. I personally got the spaghetti and meatballs the one with a lot of cheese on top. My friends got the truffle gnocchi and one of the carbonara pastas. Overall took maybe about 20 minutes to 30 minutes for all the food to come out. Some of our friends got drinks and those came out first of course. Overall, the food tasted pretty good. The pasta was a good texture. read more

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Delicious pasta and even better bar tenders. This high quality Italian spot has found the balance of decent prices, homemade taste and a comfortable atmosphere. Would recommend to anyone in the area. read more

Everything was so delicious! Not pictured is us devouring the chicken meatballs. We agreed that was the best thing we ate. We also had tiramisu and cannoli for dessert. The cannoli comes with two, which I didn't know. I wasn't very happy with the cannoli as the ricotta filling was very citrus forward, and I'm not into that. Service was great and it wasn't too crowded for 530pm on a Sunday. read more

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Unsure who writes all these 5 star reviews, but our experience was very ordinary. Appetizers all delivered at different times to the table - there were 3 other tables occupied, this should not have been a challenge for any half competent restaurant. Appetizers were however, delicious. My main course (pappardelle) was quite ordinary, mainly pasta with very little sauce or other ingredients and lacking in depth or complexity of flavor. Not at all what I'd anticipated given the reputation. The restaurant ambiance was to my taste either, very harsh echoy space. On the positive side, it wasn't especially expensive. There are loads of restaurant options in this part of Seattle, I'll pick somewhere else next time... read more

a FANTASTIC italian meal at tavolata! It was a pretty upscale place and great prices. We came during restaurant week and shared a bottle of wine, but on weekdays there are also really good pasta wine deals I highly recommend taking advantage of. The pastas here were comparatively delightful to the ones I tried in Italy, which I loved, so that says a lot! Pictured above are the Rigatoni and Bucatini. I was impressed by the amount of protein in each of the pasta that we didn't even have to add extra. Both pastas were perfectly al dente as well and the flavors were well balanced. The server was also so nice and relatable, and made our meal feel so homey and welcome. Overall I'd change nothing about the experience, a well deserved 5/5! read more

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I found Tavolata to be just mediocre for the money. I sat at the bar tonight and ordered the focaccia from their happy hour menu ($8 down from $9 regular price-- such savings!) and the butternut squash ravioli. I asked for no balsamic with either of these items, but the bread still came with olive oil and balsamic mixed together in the same dish, a big pet peeve of mine. Additionally, the bread was warm on the edges but cold/ room temp in the middle. The butternut squash ravioli was good but I expected a larger portion for $30. And honestly, if I'm paying $30 for pasta with no protein, it had better be life changing. The final nail came from the 22% service charge added to the bill. The service was fine, but I think tacking on any more than 20% automatically to all bills is offensive. With the service charge, I paid $50 for bread and pasta, no drink. The quality just wasn't there for 50 bucks! read more

Tavolàta Capitol Hill - Butternut Squash Ravioli - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I went there for dinner a few days ago with a friend. We ordered a salad to start with and two entrees. The food was fairly okay. 30 min into dinner as we had just been talking and had not eaten much, the server asked if we were done and wanted to pack our dinner to go. We politely said "not yet". After a bit when dinner was all done and the check arrived they had added 22% gratuity(for a party of 2), without giving an option. Gratuity is given as per the service and food quality but this place doesnt give you a choice. So for mediocre food and mediocre service, thats Tavolata for you! read more

GOOD! The interior was very nice and perfect for a date night or get together meal! The pasta portions were decently big for some dishes. I was able to share the papadelle and was just enough to fill us. The sauce was good and you can tell that the pasta is hand made. The pasta was bit on the medium rare side with it being slightly undercooked. The price is a bit pricey, but the portion made up for it. Would recommend if you're in the area! But there are other places around. read more

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My sister absolutely loves tavolata so I assume I would too. I came here with my friend after visiting another restaurant near by. We snacked at the other place so decided to get dinner here. The appetizer we ordered were great. We got burrata and focaccia. I really loved the burrata. So simple but so refreshing at the same time. The focaccia came with the honey butter that was so tasty! I ended up ordering the gnocchi and my friend got the pappardelle. We both didn't enjoy it and that's a shame because I usually love gnocchi. This didn't have the chew and bounce that I'm use too. It's serve in large round biscuit shape and very soft. Maybe it's the texture for me but I didn't like it and the sauce was a bit tart for my taste. I tried some of my friend's pappardelle and the sauce was a bit more mild but it was missing something. Maybe we had an off night since she said she normally really like it. The place was kind of dead for a Saturday night and the server was nice but sort of awkward haha. I'll have to try this again another time I suppose. read more

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A great Italian restaurant in the heart of Capitol Hill. Great ambiance and I love its huge windows that bring in tons of natural light. I love all the wood tones and it has such a great home vibe. It is a great place for large parties or a friend's night out. They have a great happy hour deal and a great place to grab a drink and a bite to eat before the rest of your night. I got a glass of the rose which had wonderful clean flavors. For food, we ordered the Caesar Salad, Papparadelle, and Cacio e Pepe. My favorite was the Caesar Salad, light, flavorful, and not overly dressed. Both the Papparadelle and Cacio e Pepe were delicious but slightly on the heavier side. The pasta portions were quite large and made great leftovers. Everyone was so friendly and always checked in our us during our stay. Overall, a great place to grab some Italian cuisine. read more

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This place was very mid for the price. Good location though. Food was just alright, the pasta was nothing special in my opinion. I added chicken to it because I wanted extra protein but the chicken was very dry and not much flavor. The portion size was decent. Service was okay, he was pretty nice in the beginning and attentive. But when we asked him to split the bill at the end, he seemed a little annoyed and sassy. Also, 22 percent of gratuity is added regardless of how many people are there. That part I didn't like very much, seems a little too much. Ambiance was nice, overall pretty clean. Cozy aesthetic. Overall, I wouldn't say I won't be back, but it would not be my first option. read more

Tavolàta Capitol Hill - Pappardelle with added chicken - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

For such a popular Italian restaurant in Capitol Hill, we appreciated the option to make a reservation ahead of time. Our group of six got a widespread of appetizers and I especially liked the roasted beets and bruschetta. We also ordered every single pasta from their happy hour menu except anchovies spaghetti. The food had such generous portions during happy hour and was incredibly filling. What was interesting was that different pastas had drastically different salt levels. For someone who loves their noodles al dente, the pasta really hit the spot. We came celebrating two friends' birthdays and appreciated how the staff brought out beignets and ice cream for us to enjoy. read more

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Come for the happy hour!! All the pastas are full sized and the are AMAZING! Highly recommend the beets as an appetizer and the Papardelle as the main. I got the Pesto Mushroom pasta off the main menu and it was light and delicious. It's fancier but you can still come in casual clothes, such a great deal and the service is amazing. read more

Tavolàta Capitol Hill - Tavolàta Salad Pappardelle Pesto w Mushroom Pasta - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Really yummy italian spot. Of note there are two locations within about a mile of each other.. so make sure you go to the right one if you make a reservation! This one is larger than its counterpart. We tried a bunch of pasta dishes and had delicious Riesling paired with it - my favorite was the conchiglie with shrimp prawns. Delicious! read more

Tavolàta Capitol Hill - Conchiglie - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Food was better than I expected. The noodles were delicious and both the pappardelle and beet salad were simple, clean ingredients. Both trying to overdo it but good quality food. I thought I'd come in for a drink but the HH menu was too good to pass up. I'll be back. read more

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Everything was absolutely savoring. This was my first time going to this restaurant and it was a great experience. All the bites were shareable and fulfilling I would totally recommend. Portions were spot on and I loved the ambiance. read more

I got to enjoy a Seattle Restaurant Week meal at Tavolata this year. The patio was a joy, as always. The chefs at Tavolata create beautiful meals, a treat for the eyes. The delicats squash appetizer was fantastic. It never would have occurred to me to pair it with pomegranate seeds, but they went so, SO well together. It was a wonderful combination of flavors and textures. The braised short rib was sweet and incredibly tender it paired wall with the slightly bitter savory flavor of thee Brussels sprouts and mashed parsnip. The pumpkin panna cotta was a disappointment. The pumpkin spice flavor overwhelmed the subtle flavor and texture of the panna cotta. Despite the dessert, I'm glad I got a chance to try the SRW menu! read more

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Service was great. Food was a bit lackluster. The burrata bruschetta was delicious! However, we ordered the Nonna's pappardelle and spicy rigatoni. The main dishes lacked depth and flavor. My partner and I came here for our 8 year anniversary from California and disappointed that we chose this place as our last meal. A 20% surcharge for all dine in parties is a bit extreme and would've been nice to know beforehand. read more

A fun spot tucked into the heart of Cap Hill, though there's a few locations sprinkled throughout the city. They have great pasta deal on Mondays for 2 pastas and a bottle of wine for $45 -- would recommend making a reservation in advance since it gets busy. I loved all the pastas I got here, you really can't go wrong. read more

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I've been here once before for happy hour, and it truly never disappoints! We ordered the butternut squash ravioli, which was exceptional. Both food and drinks arrived very quickly. Highly recommend! read more

Tavolàta Capitol Hill - Butternut squash ravioli, margarita - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Have reviewed before, nothing much new to say. Everyone here is awesome. Great value for your dollar, whether is happy hour or regular pricing (and a happy hour is bomb) If you come a few times... The bartenders remember you, remember your drink... kinda an upscale "Cheers" I love that the service charge is distributed throughout the house, AND that they are very clear about that (unlike a recent bar I was in that did not tell you that they already had 20% on top of the bar, so I was tipping out like 50%? Will not be back to that particular establishment.) But I digress. Travolta is all of the good things. Everyone should go there :) I go out 4 to 6 nights a week, and I'm there frequently. Which should say everything. read more

I have been wanting to try Tavolata for a while now, and finally made it for dinner on Valentines Day. We got to try their special Valentines Day menu at $85 per person and an additional wine pairing for $55. The 4 course menu included Primi which was shared for the table, Pasta, Entree, and Dessert. Primi included Chicory Salad, Ahi Crudo, Bruschetta, and Cauliflower soup. I loved the Ahi Crudo, and Cauliflower Soup, Bruschetta was great, and Chicory Salad was good. For the Pasta course, we picked Conchiglie Nero, and Pappardelle. I loved the Conchiglie Nero, the combination of prawns, and 'Nduja. Pappardelle was good, our first time having to pork cheek, it's rich and added a great flavor to the pasta. For Entree, we chose Braised Short Rib, and Scallops. Scallops were great, loved the Parnsip Puree that came with it. Braised Short Rib was good, the polenta was great. For Dessert, we got Paris-Brest, and Flourless Chocolate Cake. We loved our desserts. The best Paris-Brest we have had, the candied orange added a punch to it. Great Chocolate cake! We will be back to try their normal menu. read more

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$45 for 3 pastas? A crazy deal on Mondays and Tuesdays. They have a small patio that allows dogs as well! All their pastas were a bit too salty for me, but would be willing to try again! read more

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We had reservations here on the Saturday night that Taylor Swift was in town, in anticipation that restaurants everywhere would be crazy busy, but that was far from the case when we arrived. Our reservation was for counter seating, but seeing as it wasn't too busy, the staff kindly accommodated our request to sit at a table instead. Our server was spirited and delightful, and the other wait staff who presented our dishes were so friendly and welcoming. My friend and I shared the Focaccia Bread, the Roasted Beet Salad (which she had before and raved about), and Pappardelle with beef and pork ragu. Focaccia was good, though nothing to get too excited over. We were big fans of the roasted beets - we both loved how colorful and sweet they were and couldn't get enough of the whipped ricotta that coated the sides of the bowl. Having recently returned from a trip to Italy, I was impressed by how the pappardelle was reminiscent of a similar dish I'd had in Florence. The portions were generous and had us feeling stuffed. For a complimentary birthday treat, our server brought a scoop of pistachio gelato to top off the meal. Overall, a wonderful meal before our evening at the theater! read more

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My first Tavolata experience! We ordered almost everything on the menu and I can't say I have a favorite. The gnocchi is quite unique and wholesome, while the bits of beef in the rigatoni were memorable. The focaccia is a must-try. Our server was amazing and overall the restaurant is a beautiful, open space. All their pastas are made in-house and their flavors stand out from other Italian restaurants. read more

Tavolàta Capitol Hill - Gnocchi alla romana - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The service was friendly and they found us a table on the patio due to a noisy dining room, but the pasta was mediocre and the Caesar salad was overdressed. A disappointing meal. read more

Lovely Italian spot in Capitol Hill with simple but tasty pasta dishes. Service is good, quick, and makes you feel comfortable. The dining area offers long tables and booths for both large parties or for an intimate setting. Overall, a good experience. Good for many occasions! read more

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Update: no Monday and Tuesday specials anymore :( for anyone who is wondering! Tough news on a Tuesday

This has become one of my favorite spots in Capitol Hill. Always consistent, good sized portions, happy hour is great, vibe is always good. Always good to make a reservation but I've never waited too long without one. Parking can be tough but there are some paid lots around. Love this place. read more

We saw this place featured in an Instagram reel about date night spots in Seattle, so we decided to give it a try. We were able to get a same day reservation too, which I was shocked by because it's an Ethan Stowell restaurant. We got there in time for happy hour, which was a huge plus. Some of the pasta dishes are significantly discounted on their happy hour menu! We sat on the patio, which I'd recommend if the weather is nice. The patio only has about 2-3 tables, so it feels more private. And our server was still very attentive to us out there. We started with a glass of wine each and split the focaccia and the chickpea appetizers. For mains, I got the spaghetti with anchovies and my partner got the pappardelle. Everything was good, but it was missing that little oomph to make it outstanding. They did add a 4% surcharge to the bill for "rising costs" and not to give to the staff. I get it, the cost of everything is rising. But just raise your prices by 4% and don't tack on this surcharge. read more

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