great service. wonderful food. carmen made great suggestions. eat off the specials menu…read more great variety

Took a trip through Whidbey and Fidalgo island this weekend. From the moment we landed on Whidbey,…read morethis was the place that everyone said we can't miss. They were not wrong. We have eaten all across Western WA with many disappointing recommendations but this one blew us away. First things first. Make a reservation. There is almost always a wait and cant imagine how long it would be without one. Great small place with an electric vibe as soon as you walk in. It has that homey chaotic feel as it is a smaller place, very busy but still very inviting. We were met by Papa who is hilarious and just sets the tone for the experience here. All of the staff are very engaging and have wonderful personalities as well as are very proficient in their positions. This place is very much dinner and a show. It was great just watching the mechanics of how everyone worked together and interacted with each other as well as customers. We sat at the bar and I ordered a drink while my wife ordered a handmade lemonade. (she does not like the sugary ones from the gun so the bartender made her one from scratch-she loved it). There are 2 menus, the traditional menu and the specials board. We were served homemade bread with oil and balsamic and also ordered a Caesar salad to split for a starter. I ordered the lasagna from the traditional menu and my wife ordered the Pork Belly Cannelloni from the specials board, both were absolutely delicious. You can tell they make their pastas from scratch as the texture was spot on. The flavor combination for the cannelloni was something I had never had and might be my favorite pasta dish I have ever had. We couldn't finish the portions that were given to us and we were excited to get to enjoy them again at home the next day. We did order the Creme Brulé Cheesecake to take as well and that was also delicious. We got the check and had to relook at the bill to make sure they got everything. For the level and quality of food, we expected the bill to be much higher. Overall we cannot recommend this place enough. We live in Renton and would easily make the drive to eat here in Anacortes with no hesitation. This is our current new favorite restaurant and can't wait to come back.

Got my favorite- fettuccini Alfredo and it was the best I ever tasted in my whole life!read more

We spent an evening at the bar against the kitchen at Refugio's while on vacation in this small…read moretown. We walked in and Richard greeted us and offered "privacy at the booth in the back," or "warmth and entertainment" up at the bar table. We chose the warmth and entertainment, and were so glad we did! The food was phenomenal - people who think they don't like eggplant haven't had THAT eggplant, and the carrot cake?! - but it was even more of a treat getting to chat with Richard and Jason while watching them work at a job they seem to love. This is fine dining in a homey and rustic setting, and it's worth every penny. Arrange your plans around having dinner here! You won't regret it!

YOU WON'T LEAVE HUNGRY! The cuisine was excellent, the variety was extremely broad, the service was…read moregreat, the food was both delicious and filling. We each brought home enough leftovers for lunch the next day. If you love Italian food, you will love D'Anna's.

Steak was excellent Gnocchi delicious…read more Cheese ravioli tasty Pizza bread was the best starter! Service was consistent and nice

The bar staff was a bit condescending when trying to order a glass of wine while we waited for a…read moretable. Otherwise, food and table service were excellent.

It's probably silly to update my review when I've already written about the incredible arancini…read more(deep fried rice balls) with a marinara so lovely that I would happily drink it, and the wonderful Margherita pizza with its lovely crust (just the right amount of heft and chewiness--importantly, not too much!). My companion and I arrived during Happy Hour and these two selections are on that menu, so we had them again--and I guess the utility of this review is to say that these selections continue to be consistently delicious and that this is a wonderful place. We also shared an Afogato--vanilla gelato with decaf espresso poured over! Perfect, quite light after our meal and beautiful enough to paint as a watercolor. This is one of our easy go-to's when looking to dine out. We were happily helped by friendly bartenders, Nicole and Sie, who made great recommendations and great drinks for us. I especially loved the Mario Cicotti cocktail (an interesting variant of an Old Fashioned--including tobacco bitters and charred orange peel!--very interesting). And we enjoyed the beautiful, warm Montepulciano Nicole recommended. And they concocted a surprise drink for my dessert--I can't recall what it was--but it was lovely and came with a bunch of hearts! Consistently wonderful place in all ways, with lots of heart itself. In my opinion, what's not to love?

Staff was great. The only issue is more of a structural issue. The pole in front of the bar…read moreprevents the bartender from seeing the tables. Not sure much can be done about it. The entrance was fantastic easy for disabled or elderly. No bushes for bees to harass you. Makes my family want to come back because unlike the rest of Bellingham this place is accessibility friendly. The patio doors didn't really need to be opened where bugs could come in. They had really good AC so it seemed odd all the doors were open. ‍ Now for the food. The bread was good the olive oil was high quality with fresh garlic. The salad was really good. However I got the prawn arancini & unfortunately I don't recommend it. The flavors were fine but it was the oiliest food I've ever had since I was a child. It was like the old school pizzas that you could ring the oil out of. I took it home & made a bowl of rice added lemon peel & lemon juice some basil & black pepper & it was 100% better. But at the restaurant they don't have that. I do plan on coming back to try other stuff because I honestly think it's going to be a fav place. The ambience is hard to judge cause there were only 3 tables when I went in. I didn't use the restroom so I have idea. Parking is fairly easy. I was there in the day so lighting was ok but I'm not sure about night.

The food was great, staff was good, but I really hate deceptive pricing…read more There is a 20% service fee added onto everything. The prices on the menu are 20% too low, and even more so if you do the American thing and are guilted into tipping extra. I will come here again when the dishonest pricing is fixed.

Just had another excellent meal at this fine dining restaurant. The atmosphere is casual and the…read morefood is both delicious and beautifully presented. We had a table of 7 and the service was great.

Have been coming here for years now, and we have never once been disappointed…read more Service is always above and beyond even when we are walking in 15 min to close. Tonight we were lucky enough to snag a V-Day table with a live music and a preset menu. The food was perfectly cooked and seasoned!! Thank you infusion crew, you have out done yourselves.

Ambience and restaurant was great. Appetizers and garlic bread started everything off well. My…read morewife had a fettuccine Alfredo which was good but bland. Wasn't gross at all just was missing something. My spaghetti marinara was very good with the exception of the calamari being a bit tough. Presentation on that dish is a little lacking but I believe the sauce being so thin and juicy limits the presentation. Overall was good and would definitely go again if someone wanted to go who had never been.

We had dinner with a friend. We had a nice booth and were able to enjoy a nice meal with our…read morefriend. The service was very good. An order of focaccia bread was brought to the table. We asked about the house wine and we were told that it is Jackson & Triggs, not a winery known for good wines. We shared an appetizer of dry garlic cajun spareribs. The ribs were delicious, well seasoned and nice and spicy. We received 9 very good sized ribs. The ribs were also very well cooked and nice and moist. For our main course my husband and I shared a create your own pasta with penne, arrabiata sauce and mushrooms, onion and garlic. Our friend had the appetizer size spaghetti and meatballs. He received 2 large meatballs served over a very generous portion of spaghetti. Our friend enjoyed his spaghetti and meatballs. Our pasta was decent. The create your own pasta that my husband and I shared was a huge portion and we could not finish our meal. The prices are very reasonable It was a nice evening spent with our friend.

If you find yourself anywhere near the Tulip Festival, make sure this spot is on your list…read more During our weekend of tulip sightseeing, Stella Sopra ended up stealing the show. We came for the flowers, but this little food truck parked at Tulip Valley Winery delivered the kind of meal that sticks with you. There's something magical about pairing genuine, well-crafted Italian food with a flight of local wines. Chef Alberto runs the whole operation himself cooking, serving, sharing stories, and making you feel like you've been invited to Sunday lunch at his family's table in Italy. His passion shows in every bite. I've had plenty of eggplant parm over the years, but this one? Best I've ever eaten. Served in a simple plastic container yet unforgettable perfectly balanced sauce pasta cooked just right, and eggplant that was tender and full of flavor. My husband ordered the chicken mushroom ravioli, and I was tempted to sample half of it. Big, pillowy pasta filled with rich, savory goodness an absolute win! We also split a Caesar salad (because veggie balance is important) and ended on a high note with tiramisu. It was airy, creamy, and just espresso kissed enough to keep you going back for another spoonful. We lingered on the patio glass of wine in hand, soaking up the scenery and wondering how a food truck in the middle of tulip country had turned into one of our favorite dining experiences in ages. The Stella Sopra truck travels between Bellingham and Mount Vernon. If you see it parked anywhere don't overthink it. Order whatever catches your eye. You'll definitely leave happy.

Wonderful, friendly, family operation. And the food, oh my goodness! This is some of the BEST…read moreauthentic Italian food in Bellingham. The gnocchi is delicious, as is the lasagna but the eggplant parmigiana is the best I've ever had! I always stop when I see them parked outside of Menace brewing. Check their FB page for hours and locations.

The food was delicious and fresh. The greek salad that came with our meal was very tasty. We…read moreordered veggie gyros and they were delicious, although I was expecting a warm/hot gyro with grilled vegetables, but the sauce was unbeatable and the pita very fresh. Kind waitress. Would go back again next time we are in Lynden.

I was really disappointed with my experience here on Mother's Day. I placed my order an hour in…read moreadvance specifically so everything would be ready on time and we could enjoy the holiday with family without stress. When I arrived, I stood there for about 10 minutes before anyone even acknowledged me, and then had to wait another 20 minutes for the food to actually be ready. There were many other customers waiting on pickup orders as well, so it clearly wasn't just a one-time issue. The waitress seemed rushed and rude, and it looked like they only had one person trying to handle a very busy holiday rush. I understand holidays are hectic, but that's exactly why people order ahead and plan in advance. Delays like this end up affecting people's time with their families and add unnecessary stress to what should be a special day. Unfortunately, the food didn't make up for the experience either. After the long wait and poor service, the food itself was underwhelming and not nearly worth the hassle. Overall, the experience felt disorganized, frustrating, and disappointing.

In the middle of nowhere, or more industrial area, comes a family owned restaurant serving Italian…read morepasta comfort food. Cafeteria style. Very spacious and everyone was friendly. Just like coming home to grandma's cooking. The pasta is worth a drive for. Al dente, and flour itself was tasty. You can also feel the texture of the pasta allowing the sauce to be cling on to. The herbs running through the beef stew were very balanced. I prefer my gnocchi to be crispy but these boiled dumplings were ok too. Worked very well with the meat sauce. Will definitely come back to sample their other offerings.

I travel every week. Eat in many places. It's very rare I eat at the same place twice. I have eaten…read morehere 3 days in a row. No where else nearby can be as good. I have had Carbonara, a BLT with Salad and Lemon Chicken Rigatoni. All were fantastic. Service is always with a smile and genuinely looking to improve your experience.