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I will forever dream of this place for the rest of my life. Make the reservation. A girlfriend and I tried to book 2 weeks out and it was fully booked. A couple hours later, I checked again and there was 1 cancellation. I am SO glad we had the opportunity to try this place. It's small, so would be difficult for large parties. Our server was wonderful and very knowledgeable. The food was INCREDIBLE. Like close your eyes, and feel all the emotions while you're eating incredible. There was not a single dish I didn't enjoy. I would love to return and try the option where you get to try every antipasto, primo, and second on the menu for $122/person. Can't wait to come back to Seattle just for this!
Legendary reviews had me coming in with pretty high expectations. The ambiance is lovely. Low lighting, walls lined with wine bottles, and an intimate atmosphere that feels cozy without being cramped. Even though the restaurant wasn't particularly busy during our visit, our server was extremely quiet and difficult to hear, which made communication a bit challenging. One nice touch was the complimentary bread service, which came with a generous amount of butter. We started with the artichokes from the seasonal menu. I was expecting them to be served warm or roasted, but they arrived cold, which was admittedly a misunderstanding on my part. The accompanying sauce was excellent though and definitely saved the dish for me. We also ordered the tajarin al ragù, one of the restaurant's signature dishes. Unfortunately, this was where my expectations and experience diverged. The pasta felt under-seasoned to me, and the noodles seemed overcooked. Rather than the silky texture I was hoping for, I found myself eating what felt like clumps of dough. It was a dish I really wanted to love given its reputation, but it just didn't click for me. We weren't looking for a heavy dinner, so we only ordered a couple of items. It's entirely possible we came on an off night or simply didn't choose the restaurant's strongest dishes. I'd be open to giving Cascina Spinasse another try in the future, but this visit left me feeling a bit underwhelmed compared to the hype.
Very very good restaurant for pasta and Italian food lovers. Unique appetizers all were great. Pasta was good and fresh, but only 2 options, which we found very basic. Main meals were also not very unique but excellent. Service was amazing and not much wait for your food. We had the testing menu where you try everything on the menus except 2 dishes which is weird why did they exclude these in particular. I might go back if reservation was not so ridiculous long time..
Went there once and we settled for bar seating. Ambiance was chill, service was fast. Food was good too. Mostly liked the pasta. Was able to find street parking easily that evening.
We had our final dinner in Seattle at Spinasse and twas a wonderful time. First off, Spinasse gives Capitol Hill from the moment you enter. It's minimally furnished with just the right amount of ambient lighting. Secondly, it's Italian, but Piedmontese Italian if that means anything to you. We started with crespelle ($29) which is an Italian crepe. The version we ordered was stuffed with prosciutto and parmigiana fonduta with arugula salad. The crepe was light and airy and paired perfectly with the salty prosciutto and parm. Perfect starter. Honestly, all the pastas we ordered were absolute fire. Of the three, I liked the Tajarin Al ragù ($20/$34) the most. It's a fine hand-cut egg yolk pasta with pork and beef ragù. The pasta is so finely cut; it's delicate. What I liked best was the way the ragù sauce enveloped itself into the folds of the pasta. Each bite was cohesive and really intentional. The risotto was also quite good as well - that night, it was the risotto ai gamberi ($21/$35) which highlight spot prawns. The spot prawns were sweet and the Calabrian chili was a really nice complement to the sweet and creamy. Delish. I'm sure the risotto is great in any season. I must say - the best thing about the menu is the fact that you can order a smaller portion of any of the pasta dishes as to not have to fully commit to one. This is a superb way to eat. Live actually. Include Spinasse on any itinerary if you can.
O. M. G! Hands down, the best meal we had during our Seattle trip. Hallelujah! The insalata was so good eaten on top of their bread. The Cipollini Ripieni NEEDS to be a year-round dish! I have been daydreaming about those savory little onion-wrapped meatballs since we left Seattle. Mouthwateringly delicious! The pasta was so fresh--both were delicious--but I think I preferred the simple, yet masterful, butter and sage dish best. If I could give them 10 stars, I would.
Very beautiful and intimate restaurant! The service is amazing - we had questions about the wine menu and they had brought out samples of wines they recommended to try! All the dishes we had were really delicious. Their butter noodles (tajarin con burro e salvia) are amazing texture wise! This is what our server had recommended to us. Highly recommend getting the desserts as well! The semifriedo and the tart were both delicious! Will definitely be back to try everything else!
It's been a while since my last visit many years ago, same amazing experience. We were seated promptly and the service was outstanding throughout the dinner. We got the tajarin burro e salvia and tajarin al ragù, both exceptional, really really good. Then my wife got the capesante cotte nel burro, which she liked, and I got the maiale brasato al latte, which was absolutely fabulous, melt in your mouth tender meat. I loved it. We finished with a panna cotta and a chocolate bonet, both very good. What an amazing dinner at Cascina Spinasse, highly recommended!
Let me start by saying that this meal for both myself and my husband was one of the best we have ever had. The interior of the restaurant is cozy and simplistic, not too pretentious, and definitely allows you to settle in and enjoy without feeling stiff. First of all, our server (I think his name was Alfredo but my deepest apologies if I am mistaken) was super sweet and attentive. The front of house manager also brought us an amouse bouche at the beginning of our meal and was also super kind and clearly takes pride in his work. He even brought us another one because my husband loved it so much! Our server recommended a wine that was perfect for my palate and paired well with the meal we ordered and my husband's cocktail was balanced and delicious even for a non bourbon drinker like me. We ordered the cabbage appetizer, which was like a more exciting and fresher take on a caesar salad, and was quite good. Then, we had the special risotto with lamb sausage. I would have absolutely done unspeakable things for more of that risotto. It was indescribable. We also ordered the halibut and polenta, and the fish was cooked to the perfect temp and well seasoned. Neither of us typically lean toward polenta as a menu option but if all polenta tasted like this that might change! The fat from the guanciale made it especially velvety and that was an excellent pairing with the fish. Overall, we will be back expeditiously, and hope to encounter the same lovely team!!
Update to my last review 14 years ago... Yes, still fantastic in all the ways I described years ago. Even the prices seem to not be out of sight and the atmosphere and food are fantastic. That said, I don't like setting in the area by the door and always request to be seated in the original restrauant space to the left of the entrance for a more subdued and romantic atmosphere. Tempted to eat everything on the menu for the $120/person, but we ate just about everything we liked and was absolutely stuffed. For the first time patrons you must eat a half portion of the Tajarin Con Burro E Salvia and the Tajarin Al Ragu. As in "Top Gun" don't think just do. The waiter, Brent picked out a wine and it was fantastic as I posted a photo for that bottle of Barbra D'Asti DOCG Superiore Ca'DiPian 2023. Parking just beside the resturant for $4/hr. They reserve the counter for walk-ins, but I would make a reservation and request to be seated in the original resturant space away from the front door reception area for more romantic atmosphere.
Celebrated a birthday here last night. We ordered the tasting menu for $120/person and was a great deal. So much delicious food and you don't leave feeling hungry. You actually leave feeling extremely stuffed! I loved every item we were served (that I could eat at least. I was too full to finish everything). My favorite was the stuffed onions, which went very well with the bread, as well as the ragu pasta. The fried chicken also had such a delicious, crispy but delicate skin. Service was similarly great. Eric was great at explaining things and giving tips for the meal. No complaints. As for ambiance, it was still decorated for Christmas with wreaths and pine garlands. I liked how cozy and romantic the place felt. No big lights here, only candles and small yellow bulbs. It is a pretty small space though so tables are pretty close together. It was very easy to eavesdrop on others so would not recommend hosting a very private convo here. I am giving a 4/5 stars though because VERY soon after eating I got an upper stomachache and diarrhea that I do not suspect is from eating too much. I'm not sure how this happened as I don't think anything was raw or undercooked. I have a good impression of the place still (the food and service was great) but it has been a bummer dealing with this for the past day.
I came around 5pm on a Saturday without a reservation. The line was already out the door. When I made it to the front, I was told that 7:30pm would be the first available spot for a walk-in. I had a feeling it wouldn't take that long, so I gave them my contact information, and went to a local cafe in the meantime. Sure enough, I received a text at 6:30pm that they had a spot for me. The restaurant is cozy and welcoming. It has an open kitchen concept that lets you watch their team prepare dishes throughout the night. I started with a half portion of the tajarin con burro e salvia (fine-cut egg yolk pasta with cultured butter and sage). I liked how it was simple, yet very flavorful. Next, was a half portion of the risotto alla barbabietola con La Tur (roasted beet risotto with la Tur cheese). La Tur is a blend of cow, goat, and sheep milk, and its creamy and rich flavor complemented the beet risotto. For a side dish, I opted for the carote arrostite con salvia (roasted carrots with sage). Unfortunately, some of the carrots lacked flavor, while others tasted a bit too charred. Finally for dessert, I enjoyed four scoops of the nectarine tarragon sorbet. It was light, fruity, refreshing, and not too sweet. If I come back in the future, I will try to arrive before 5pm to minimize the wait time. I might try an appetizer, but I will likely opt for full portions of their pasta dishes, and finish with dessert.
This place kind of a rustic feel feel to it but serves high quality food. They fave us a complimentary cracker with butter than anchovy on it. It was delicious and I wish I could order more. This restaurant is famous for their northern Italian thin pasta made with plenty of egg yolks. I got their signature one with butter and sage - fantastic. You can taste the egginess from the simplicity of the sauce. Next was the same pasta but with pork and beef ragu. The ragu itself was good but unfortunately, it just covered the delicacy of the pasta taste and this ragu could have just been on any pasta and would taste good. It is just wasted on the tajarin. The third one I tried was the cavatelli with braised short ribs. I'm not sure if the cavatelli was also made with the same dough as the tajarain but again the meat sauce covered all the intrinsic flavor of the pasta. The braised short ribs is definitely good but I could have had this on rice and it would be just as good. I would come to try their original butter sage tarajin. They gave complimentary bread. I guess in Italy butter does not come with bread but it felt dry just eating it so we asked for some and they were happy to provide some. My only gripe is that it is $33 for a dish that is not filling. My friend and I shared 3 pastas and it still wasn't filling. That means about $60+ a person for dinner at a not to high end restaurant.
4 days ago
Absolutely incredible experience at Spinasse. One of the rare occasions where I truly have no critique to give! I'll start off by saying that I RARELY give out a 5 star review. To me, a full 5 stars, means the restaurant goes above and beyond. Food, Ambience, and Service all have to be on point, and Spinasse has it all. You walk in and it's warm and welcoming. It's a fantastic mix of classic Italian decor mixed with a modern casual restaurant with large viewing windows of the kitchen. You're then met by extremely friendly and helpful staff. They've got answers to your questions, they're great at conversation, but not too in your business. Fantastic service. As I said, I have no critique to give, so I'll just try and describe what I tasted. We started with the ANTIPASTO MISTO DELLA CASA which is essentially small portions of all of their antipasta. This can rotate seasonally. Every single dish in this was amazing. We think the Capricciosa salad was our favorite out of the bunch, but everything was fantastic. We then ordered two half orders of Pasta, the TAJARIN CON BURRO E SALVIA and the TAJARIN AL RAGU. The TAJARIN CON BURRO E SALVIA is essentially pasta in an emulsified butter and sage sauce. I'm not gonna lie, I had low expectations for such a simple dish, but WOW. Sage can be VERY overpowering, but not in this dish. You taste the sage, but as a compliment not as an overpowering flavor. The ragu was also fantastic. The Tajrain by the way - perfectly al dente. It's such a thin pasta that it could easily be overcooked, but they nailed it. Then the Pan-roasted king salmon with sauteed chanterelles, crimini brodo and thyme oil... omg... Perfect pairing. Crispy skin, tender king salmon, and those mushrooms... one of my favorite dishes I've had ever. Not too salty, mushrooms were perfectly - al dente? not too chewy, but not too mushy. Perfect. Dessert was also seasonal - a sort of cake with cream, wafers, chocolate and hazelnuts on top. Phenomenal. If you're visiting SEA, or live here, please do yourself a favor and add this to your list! read more
17 days ago
Ordered: - Crespelle - Tajarin con burro e salvia - butter and sage pasta. yummy. - Cavatelli al ragu di costolette - Cavatelli shape works really well with the ragu sauce. - Risotto di mais - Corn and tomato combo was good. Alternating it with the Butter/sage pasta was really nice. It was a tad too sweet near the end when we ran out of butter sage to alternate with. I don't think I would be able to eat this on its own, would get flavor fatigue. - Maiale brasato al latte - Zucchini estive con salsa agliata - Pomodori - hierloom tomatoes were huge and so yummy. Would recommend getting a reservation. Parking garage next door that wasn't too expensive. read more
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2 months ago
I will forever dream of this place for the rest of my life. Make the reservation. A girlfriend and I tried to book 2 weeks out and it was fully booked. A couple hours later, I checked again and there was 1 cancellation. I am SO glad we had the opportunity to try this place. It's small, so would be difficult for large parties. Our server was wonderful and very knowledgeable. The food was INCREDIBLE. Like close your eyes, and feel all the emotions while you're eating incredible. There was not a single dish I didn't enjoy. I would love to return and try the option where you get to try every antipasto, primo, and second on the menu for $122/person. Can't wait to come back to Seattle just for this! read more
Legendary reviews had me coming in with pretty high expectations. The ambiance is lovely. Low lighting, walls lined with wine bottles, and an intimate atmosphere that feels cozy without being cramped. Even though the restaurant wasn't particularly busy during our visit, our server was extremely quiet and difficult to hear, which made communication a bit challenging. One nice touch was the complimentary bread service, which came with a generous amount of butter. We started with the artichokes from the seasonal menu. I was expecting them to be served warm or roasted, but they arrived cold, which was admittedly a misunderstanding on my part. The accompanying sauce was excellent though and definitely saved the dish for me. We also ordered the tajarin al ragù, one of the restaurant's signature dishes. Unfortunately, this was where my expectations and experience diverged. The pasta felt under-seasoned to me, and the noodles seemed overcooked. Rather than the silky texture I was hoping for, I found myself eating what felt like clumps of dough. It was a dish I really wanted to love given its reputation, but it just didn't click for me. We weren't looking for a heavy dinner, so we only ordered a couple of items. It's entirely possible we came on an off night or simply didn't choose the restaurant's strongest dishes. I'd be open to giving Cascina Spinasse another try in the future, but this visit left me feeling a bit underwhelmed compared to the hype. read more
Very very good restaurant for pasta and Italian food lovers. Unique appetizers all were great. Pasta was good and fresh, but only 2 options, which we found very basic. Main meals were also not very unique but excellent. Service was amazing and not much wait for your food. We had the testing menu where you try everything on the menus except 2 dishes which is weird why did they exclude these in particular. I might go back if reservation was not so ridiculous long time.. read more
We had our final dinner in Seattle at Spinasse and twas a wonderful time. First off, Spinasse gives Capitol Hill from the moment you enter. It's minimally furnished with just the right amount of ambient lighting. Secondly, it's Italian, but Piedmontese Italian if that means anything to you. We started with crespelle ($29) which is an Italian crepe. The version we ordered was stuffed with prosciutto and parmigiana fonduta with arugula salad. The crepe was light and airy and paired perfectly with the salty prosciutto and parm. Perfect starter. Honestly, all the pastas we ordered were absolute fire. Of the three, I liked the Tajarin Al ragù ($20/$34) the most. It's a fine hand-cut egg yolk pasta with pork and beef ragù. The pasta is so finely cut; it's delicate. What I liked best was the way the ragù sauce enveloped itself into the folds of the pasta. Each bite was cohesive and really intentional. The risotto was also quite good as well - that night, it was the risotto ai gamberi ($21/$35) which highlight spot prawns. The spot prawns were sweet and the Calabrian chili was a really nice complement to the sweet and creamy. Delish. I'm sure the risotto is great in any season. I must say - the best thing about the menu is the fact that you can order a smaller portion of any of the pasta dishes as to not have to fully commit to one. This is a superb way to eat. Live actually. Include Spinasse on any itinerary if you can. read more
O. M. G! Hands down, the best meal we had during our Seattle trip. Hallelujah! The insalata was so good eaten on top of their bread. The Cipollini Ripieni NEEDS to be a year-round dish! I have been daydreaming about those savory little onion-wrapped meatballs since we left Seattle. Mouthwateringly delicious! The pasta was so fresh--both were delicious--but I think I preferred the simple, yet masterful, butter and sage dish best. If I could give them 10 stars, I would. read more
6 months ago
Very beautiful and intimate restaurant! The service is amazing - we had questions about the wine menu and they had brought out samples of wines they recommended to try! All the dishes we had were really delicious. Their butter noodles (tajarin con burro e salvia) are amazing texture wise! This is what our server had recommended to us. Highly recommend getting the desserts as well! The semifriedo and the tart were both delicious! Will definitely be back to try everything else! read more
It's been a while since my last visit many years ago, same amazing experience. We were seated promptly and the service was outstanding throughout the dinner. We got the tajarin burro e salvia and tajarin al ragù, both exceptional, really really good. Then my wife got the capesante cotte nel burro, which she liked, and I got the maiale brasato al latte, which was absolutely fabulous, melt in your mouth tender meat. I loved it. We finished with a panna cotta and a chocolate bonet, both very good. What an amazing dinner at Cascina Spinasse, highly recommended! read more
3 months ago
Let me start by saying that this meal for both myself and my husband was one of the best we have ever had. The interior of the restaurant is cozy and simplistic, not too pretentious, and definitely allows you to settle in and enjoy without feeling stiff. First of all, our server (I think his name was Alfredo but my deepest apologies if I am mistaken) was super sweet and attentive. The front of house manager also brought us an amouse bouche at the beginning of our meal and was also super kind and clearly takes pride in his work. He even brought us another one because my husband loved it so much! Our server recommended a wine that was perfect for my palate and paired well with the meal we ordered and my husband's cocktail was balanced and delicious even for a non bourbon drinker like me. We ordered the cabbage appetizer, which was like a more exciting and fresher take on a caesar salad, and was quite good. Then, we had the special risotto with lamb sausage. I would have absolutely done unspeakable things for more of that risotto. It was indescribable. We also ordered the halibut and polenta, and the fish was cooked to the perfect temp and well seasoned. Neither of us typically lean toward polenta as a menu option but if all polenta tasted like this that might change! The fat from the guanciale made it especially velvety and that was an excellent pairing with the fish. Overall, we will be back expeditiously, and hope to encounter the same lovely team!! read more
Update to my last review 14 years ago... Yes, still fantastic in all the ways I described years ago. Even the prices seem to not be out of sight and the atmosphere and food are fantastic. That said, I don't like setting in the area by the door and always request to be seated in the original restrauant space to the left of the entrance for a more subdued and romantic atmosphere. Tempted to eat everything on the menu for the $120/person, but we ate just about everything we liked and was absolutely stuffed. For the first time patrons you must eat a half portion of the Tajarin Con Burro E Salvia and the Tajarin Al Ragu. As in "Top Gun" don't think just do. The waiter, Brent picked out a wine and it was fantastic as I posted a photo for that bottle of Barbra D'Asti DOCG Superiore Ca'DiPian 2023. Parking just beside the resturant for $4/hr. They reserve the counter for walk-ins, but I would make a reservation and request to be seated in the original resturant space away from the front door reception area for more romantic atmosphere. read more
Celebrated a birthday here last night. We ordered the tasting menu for $120/person and was a great deal. So much delicious food and you don't leave feeling hungry. You actually leave feeling extremely stuffed! I loved every item we were served (that I could eat at least. I was too full to finish everything). My favorite was the stuffed onions, which went very well with the bread, as well as the ragu pasta. The fried chicken also had such a delicious, crispy but delicate skin. Service was similarly great. Eric was great at explaining things and giving tips for the meal. No complaints. As for ambiance, it was still decorated for Christmas with wreaths and pine garlands. I liked how cozy and romantic the place felt. No big lights here, only candles and small yellow bulbs. It is a pretty small space though so tables are pretty close together. It was very easy to eavesdrop on others so would not recommend hosting a very private convo here. I am giving a 4/5 stars though because VERY soon after eating I got an upper stomachache and diarrhea that I do not suspect is from eating too much. I'm not sure how this happened as I don't think anything was raw or undercooked. I have a good impression of the place still (the food and service was great) but it has been a bummer dealing with this for the past day. read more
I came around 5pm on a Saturday without a reservation. The line was already out the door. When I made it to the front, I was told that 7:30pm would be the first available spot for a walk-in. I had a feeling it wouldn't take that long, so I gave them my contact information, and went to a local cafe in the meantime. Sure enough, I received a text at 6:30pm that they had a spot for me. The restaurant is cozy and welcoming. It has an open kitchen concept that lets you watch their team prepare dishes throughout the night. I started with a half portion of the tajarin con burro e salvia (fine-cut egg yolk pasta with cultured butter and sage). I liked how it was simple, yet very flavorful. Next, was a half portion of the risotto alla barbabietola con La Tur (roasted beet risotto with la Tur cheese). La Tur is a blend of cow, goat, and sheep milk, and its creamy and rich flavor complemented the beet risotto. For a side dish, I opted for the carote arrostite con salvia (roasted carrots with sage). Unfortunately, some of the carrots lacked flavor, while others tasted a bit too charred. Finally for dessert, I enjoyed four scoops of the nectarine tarragon sorbet. It was light, fruity, refreshing, and not too sweet. If I come back in the future, I will try to arrive before 5pm to minimize the wait time. I might try an appetizer, but I will likely opt for full portions of their pasta dishes, and finish with dessert. read more
This place kind of a rustic feel feel to it but serves high quality food. They fave us a complimentary cracker with butter than anchovy on it. It was delicious and I wish I could order more. This restaurant is famous for their northern Italian thin pasta made with plenty of egg yolks. I got their signature one with butter and sage - fantastic. You can taste the egginess from the simplicity of the sauce. Next was the same pasta but with pork and beef ragu. The ragu itself was good but unfortunately, it just covered the delicacy of the pasta taste and this ragu could have just been on any pasta and would taste good. It is just wasted on the tajarin. The third one I tried was the cavatelli with braised short ribs. I'm not sure if the cavatelli was also made with the same dough as the tajarain but again the meat sauce covered all the intrinsic flavor of the pasta. The braised short ribs is definitely good but I could have had this on rice and it would be just as good. I would come to try their original butter sage tarajin. They gave complimentary bread. I guess in Italy butter does not come with bread but it felt dry just eating it so we asked for some and they were happy to provide some. My only gripe is that it is $33 for a dish that is not filling. My friend and I shared 3 pastas and it still wasn't filling. That means about $60+ a person for dinner at a not to high end restaurant. read more
4 months ago
Adam our server was so kind and helped us curate our order to make our first time at Spinasse a night to remember. Our order with pictures in order: 1.) Cavatelli al guanciale; pasta with pork, garlic, and kale. A great compliment to the butter and sage pasta, the pork being so soft and flavorful. 2.) the Cavolfiore con bagna caoda; a roasted cauliflower with an anchovy sauce and lemon. Did not think that a vegetable could be the star of the show, but with that sauce, it was our favorite. Loaded with flavor, every bite was perfect 3.) Tajarin con burro e salvia; butter and sage pasta. The fine cut literally melted in your mouth, best to eat first while it's warm. This is a dish that stays year round on their menu and was highly recommended by our friends. We ordered the pastas in the half order which was perfect for 2. Your order comes with complimentary bread which you can ask for olive oil on the side for. Will definitely be back! read more
Whenever I give Italian food in other cities a chance, I'm always left a little disappointed. Not to say the food or service at Cascina Spinasse was bad, but the only real standout was the pasta. Coming in, my partner and I were quickly seated near the window for our reservation. The vibe is cozy, casual, approachable. Our waiter, a jolly and attentive fellow, gave us the rundown that Spinasse is proudly Northern Italian, highlighting the best of what Piedmont has to offer. He was very informative and gave us a few recommendations. To start the meal, we were given complimentary bites of sardines on toast. Pretty good and not fishy. Then we got the antipasto misto della casa which is a sampler plate of four different appetizers: prosciutto with melon, cucumber salad, another salad (forgot what it was), and the chickpea salad. And an order of the fried squash blossoms. The appetizers were the definition of mid. The best appetizer was the squash blossoms but not by a large margin. The pastas, the tajarin and cavatelli, were much better. The tajarin, thin cut egg noodles, were the perfect texture and the way it's served traps the steam inside of the pasta making it perfectly piping hot when it reaches the table. I preferred the butter sage one which is simply tasty but I also enjoyed the pork and beef ragú version which surprisingly tasted like it had cheese in it when it didn't. The cavatelli was also tasty with a nice chew. To have with our meal, we opted for some wine that was picked out by our server. While the wine profiles matched what we described as our ideal wine, they fell flat for us. They weren't unique and were pretty one note. But at least we ended on a high note with the pinenut tart with roasted plum and sage gelato which tasted nutty, herbaceous, and balanced. As someone who has had better Italian food for less than half the price, and has also had better Northern Italian food for double the price I paid at Spinasse, my conclusion is this: Spinasse has decent pasta but not much else. If you go, get a large portion of pasta and a dessert. Seattle is not the place to go to get Italian food. read more
We came by around 5 PM on a Wednesday with no reservation and were seated after about a 20-minute wait, which wasn't bad at all! The service here is amazing--super attentive and friendly the whole time. We started with the four-appetizer tray. The prosciutto with melon and the salad were our favorites and definitely worth ordering. The hummus with corn and cucumber with goat cheese were just okay. One thing we really loved is that you can get half portions of pasta, which is perfect for trying different dishes. The ragu and butter & sage pasta were the standouts--so flavorful with incredible texture. The fine hand-cut pasta with pork and beef was the only one we'd probably skip next time. For drinks, the lavender gin cocktail was a hit, while the hibiscus vermouth was just alright. We ended with the baba al rhum. The mousse and nectarine were really good, but the rum flavor was a little strong for us. Overall, fantastic experience with amazing service and some seriously delicious pasta. Highly recommend checking this place out, especially if you're a pasta lover! read more
7 months ago
I went here ages ago but still dream about the angel hair pasta. We enjoyed our meal and the service sitting outside in 2022. It's pricy but I think worth it for a special occasion. read more
1 year ago
I've heard such great things about Spinasse that I had to try it myself and it did not disappoint I went for an early week night dinner and ordered espresso martinis to start- sooo delicious! We got 3 pasta dishes to share (2 half order size and 1 full size) and it was more than enough. Every dish was so flavorful and I'm still thinking about the butter and sage pasta (this dish is a must). Can't wait to be back and try other dishes as well !! 10/10 read more
27 days ago
Absolutely incredible. Every bite, service and atmosphere were perfect. We are in town from Chicago and saw this restaurant on tv. It was perfection in person! Shout out to Adam for great service and recommendations! read more
3 months ago
Beautiful place and service was absolutely wonderful!! We were introduced to the rich history of Piedmontese cuisine and given such amazing recommendations - from appetizers like prosciutto boards and pesto scallops to tajarin pasta. read more
Some of my best meals have been here. We tried the tasting menu last time, and it was the perfect way to sample everything on the menu at a great price, with ideal portions for two. Spinasse never misses, and we'll continue to come here as long as they're open. The service is phenomenal, and the ambiance is perfect for a date night. They also take walk-ins, which is always a plus. We're coming back for Valentine's Day and already can't wait. read more
Recently moved a friend to Seattle, so we've been eating our way through the city and were able to get reservations at Spinasse. We arrived right on time for our reservation and seated immediately. Our waiter came by shortly after and walked us through the menu; you will have to order everything at once to help the kitchen, but that wasn't an issue for us. There was a gift from the kitchen, which was a crostini with butter and an anchovy on top. Perfect amount of savory/salty, and definitely a must try! Bread was brought to the table shortly after which was a nice surprise. For an appetizer, we got an order of the prosciutto di parma. The prosciutto is as sliced in house and topped with a melon-- absolutely delicious! We decided not to do the degustazione (which is essentially trying everything on the antipasto, primo and secondo) because it seemed like a lot of food! Instead, our party of four split two orders of the cavatelli which was absolutely divine. The sauce was savory, creamy and the short rib just melted. My friend and I split the lombatello (hanger steak with smoked eggplant-polenta frittele and salsa verde). The steak is more on the rare side (I don't remember the waiter asking how we wanted it prepared) but it was still delicious. The eggplant polenta was so good and probably my favorite thing of the night! The other two people in our party shared the Maiale brass to al latte (milk braised pork with herbs and pan-roasted semolina gnocco) and said it was absolutely fantastic. It looked like a huge portion of pork and polenta smothered in a creamy sauce. While it's not on the menu, there were four options for beer so if you are a beer drinker I would ask your waiter! I had the Sulla spiaggia which is a rum based cocktail. Would definitely get this again as it was the perfect balance of sweet and spice. We really enjoyed our time here, so I ended up only getting a photo of my drink and appetizer-- guess that's what happens when you have a great meal! Definitely will come back again! read more
My boyfriend took me to this restaurant for a late Valentine's Day dinner celebration. We had been wanting to try it for a while, and luckily he was able to score a reservation. Upon entering the restaurant, we were led to our table by the host, who was very kind and showed us where the bathrooms were located and where we could hang our coats. The whole ambiance was nice and cozy, and the staff seemed very attentive. When we were given the menu, I'm not going to lie, it looked very overwhelming. But after overhearing a server explain the menu to an equally confused couple, my boyfriend and I understood how to approach it. We ended up getting a couple of Negroni cocktails, the Cipollini Ripieni, and two of the pastas our server recommended, half Tajarin con Burro e Salvia and half Tajarin al Ragù. For our secondi, we ordered the Guancia di Manzo Brasata al Barolo. Everything came out in a timely manner and was absolutely delicious. The portions were perfect for the two of us. We especially loved how juicy the Cipollini Ripieni was. The pastas were also our favorites. We were thankful to have ordered half portions of each because we were already getting full before our last dish arrived. The pasta was so good, we loved the texture, and it's amazing that it's all made in house. From where we were sitting, we could partially see the chefs cooking, which was very cool. We loved the intimate dining experience. Our secondi was possibly my all time favorite dish of the night. The Guancia di Manzo Brasata al Barolo was so tender, it melted in your mouth. The purée was delicious, and the pomegranates complemented the flavors beautifully. As full as we were from all the delicious food, we still made a little room for dessert because we wanted to make sure their desserts were just as good as their savory dishes. We were debating between two options but ultimately chose the Pera Millefoglie. When the server brought our dessert, she also surprised us with the Zuppa Inglese con Mele we had been considering. She was so sweet and said it was on the house because she knew we were stuck between the two and wanted us to experience both. The desserts were amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed the creaminess and sweetness of each. Not only was the food an incredible experience, but we are also thankful for our server for being so attentive, as well as the other staff who promptly cleared our plates. Our water glasses were always refilled, and the table was quickly cleaned after each course. This experience was absolutely worth it. I can see why reservations are hard to get. This was possibly the best dining experience I have had in a while. We will definitely be back. read more
1 year ago
What a gem! This place was delicious - we tried two pasta dishes and two starters. The zucchini starter was amazing! It was neat to sit at the bar and look into the kitchen. There was a person cutting and weighing out perfect servings of pasta the entire time, I couldn't look away. Service was excellent, our waitress made some wonderful recommendations. read more
Oh my goodness, 5 stars for the butter and sage pasta. No notes. It's perfectly creamy and salty and just everything you want it to be. Just perfection. Here's my notes on everything else// *there's a parking garage literally right next door *the dress code is way more relaxed then I had read online. Lots of people wearing jeans and sneakers, which works for me! *house bread is delicious- but you need to ask for oil to dip it in, I wish it just came with butter or oil, but no biggie. *the marinated artichokes were divine *my boyfriend absolutely loved the braised beef cabbage rolls *they do have a tasting menu of all of the menu items for $120 per person, I'm just saying, if there's no dietary restrictions, I feel like this would be the move. This restaurant seems to do things right and I can't imagine anything here not tasting delectable. read more
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4 months ago
Nice Ambiance and good service but all of the dishes was super salty and we were unable to enjoy them. read more
The best feeling is trying a new dish and instantly knowing you'll be back for more, and that's exactly how I felt about the butter and sage pasta. It was light, silky, and the angel hair was super delicate. I could've easily eaten two bowls. We also ordered the Cavatelli al Guanciale as a vegetarian option, and it was coated in a light, garlicky, buttery sauce that felt super comforting. The black truffle risotto was solid, but not quite as standout as the other dishes. I also appreciate that you can order half portions and try out more options that way! Finished with tiramisu, which totally hit the spot. Great spot right in the heart of Cap Hill. We were able to grab bar seats as a walk-in, but I'd recommend making a reservation if you're coming during peak hours. read more
4 months ago
Someone recommended this place and I'm so glad we listened! Best pasta I've ever eaten... even better than any I had in Italy last summer. We had the butter and sage pasta and the pasta with beef and pork. It was so light and delicious! Anyone visiting Seattle should definitely go to this place! We got a seat at the bar and watched them making the pasta! We also had a delicious scallop and asparagus first course. Best meal we had in Seattle! read more
2 months ago
I'm doing this review weeks after my Seattle trip because of how amazing the experience was! The entrees were already memorable, but the service was absolutely unforgettable. Our salmon had a few small bones (which we didn't mind at all because it was delicious) so we put them aside on the plate. The waiter noticed the bones on the plate, and the chef was "so embarrassed" that they decided to comp the entire salmon entree. We have never had any restaurant comp a meal based on finding a few bones on a plate; wow! Let me be honest, the food was already 5 stars so I wish I could give it 6 stars. We ordered the Antipasto Misto Della Casa which included all of their appetizers. This was good but not our favorite dish; I'd recommend skipping the appetizers here honestly. Instead of the appetizers, I'd recommend just ordering the Duck Confit Crespelle which was absolutely phenomenal! Our favorite savory crepe we've ever had. Both of the entrees we ordered were excellent. The salmon had a crispy, thick skin and flavorful meat. The egg pasta was equally great with the most tender, delicious noodles we've ever had. The dessert (Chocolate Torta) was good but I'd recommend focusing stomach space on the entrees and crepe. read more
I came to Seattle to visit friends and we were super lucky to eat here by walking in on a Saturday night! The antipasto misto della case is a must order dish if this is your first time here. All the ingredients tasted fresh, high quality, and perfectly seasoned. This definitely represents the quality of this restaurant. As for the primi, unlike the traditional tagliatelle or spaghetti, the pasta here were finely cut, which absorbed all the sauces. Especially, tajarin con burro e salva tasted so buttery. Cavatelli was super good too! The guanciale added great flavor to this dish. The risotto was also delicious-creamy but not too greasy. It was definitely more on the cooked side rather than al dente. The service here was excellent! The staff made sure we had clean plates for every course and kept our wine glasses full throughout the meal. I felt so lucky to visit this restaurant while in Seattle! Such a memorable experience! read more
This was a super fun experience! We did the taste Everything on the menu which was way bigger portions than a tasting. It was half sizes of the full plates I think. It was a ton of food and a super great way to celebrate a special occasion! read more
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Thanks! Also, is the service quick and polite? I'd like to know two more things, What's the rush hour and is the food "top-notch"?
Definitely recommend a reservation but if you walk in at open there are usually some bar seats available
Do they do walk-ins with no reservation?
Definitely need a reservation - they book out very far in advance
Does this place have cheese wheel pasta?
Not that I'm aware of. I'm assuming you mean the pasta where you put it in the big wheel of cheese so it gets cheesy. This place is a little more traditional/artisan than that, but their sage and butter pasta is amazing!! They make all their pasta…
Do you have air conditioning?
Are the noodles handspun?
Hi D’andra, Pasta at Spinasse is made in house and cut by hand. Thanks for reaching out!
Do you have delivery?
Hi Katie, Thanks for reaching out. No delivery, but we do have Tock for pickup: exploretock.com/spinasse-artusi.
Making a reservation is nearly impossible, even when trying two weeks out. Do you offer walk in? What's the best way to snag a table?
I believe the do welcome walk-ins, but they are seated outside. It's covered and there are heaters. Honestly, the food is not that great to warrant sitting outside. Wait for the reservation - they open them 2 weeks in advance and you need to call…
Do you offer any gluten free options?
Hello! Our pasta is not gluten free, but we do have antipasti, main and side dishes that are gluten free.
Is there bar seating? I'm thinking about dinner as a part of 1 and am content with bar seating if available.
There's Artusi with plenty of bar seating. It's their same / adjacent/ sister restaurant in that location and they share the kitchen. The bar is also prettier too. Might have a slightly different menu but pasta are just as tasty as sitting on the…
Do your meatballs contain fennel or anise seasonings?
Hi Jessica, Yes, our meatballs are seasoned with fennel. Thx! Spinasse and Artusi
How to cancel a reservation? They never picked up their phone or called back when I left voicemail.
Sorry they are usually very responsive... if you leave a message that's all you can do !
Can you walk in or reservation only?
They take walk-ins at the dining counter and at a couple of tables, but seating is mostly reserved.
My family will be visiting Seattle and I've been wanting to try their tajarin for ages! I've read young kids wouldn't do well in this restaurant as it's more romantic/upscale. Is there truly no option of ordering the dish to go? (Silly ?, sorry!)
Good news! They now have takeout. Their tajarin you must make at home to preserve the quality, but it's super easy and fast.
Anyone know the corkage fee pls?
I believe it's $25. I went there last summer and that's what it was.
What other dish would you recommend besides the butter & sage pasta?
Potato duck
How far in advance should I make a reservation?
I booked about 4-weeks in advance but space was limited for prime time slots (7:30 PM). Other much later time slots were available.
Thinking of bringing my 1-year-old here for dinner. Do you think this place accommodates?
Technically they allow children, but I'd get a sitter. The place is quaint and has a romantic vibe. I've seen kids before but rarely and they were older and super well behaved. You know your kiddo best but I always get a sitter when we go. Good news…
Didn't see tajarin on the menu, showed the picture on yelp to the waiter too and still got a no, so it's no longer served?
It's a signature dish at the restaurant. I sincerely doubt it was removed from the menu.
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