I'll cut to the chase and say that the clear winners of the meal were the pasta. For starters we had the bruschetta with lardo (excellent!) and the chicories salad with egg and anchovy dressing. For pasta, we had the fazzoletti with morel mushrooms and spaghetti with truffles. They were both amazing. I'm looking forward to going back and ordering all pasta dishes! They're pretty small so between two people I'm sure we can finish all 5 pasta dishes. For the secondi, we ordered the lamb and rabbit. The lamb was really good, but the endive just didn't seem like a good pairing. The rabbit was okay. Overall, loved the location and the pasta! Our server was also fun and attentive. read more

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This spot feels otherworldly. The interior design is striking, the staff is top notch, and the food is incredible.

Fist time having dinner at Il Nido Excellent meal and service. We sat at the bar and tried several drinks that were very good.

Quite good. For the price I would love amazing, but quite good. Cute location. Had proscuitto and burrata with focaccia and a nice glass of red to start which was really good and made me think the rest would be at that level. Friends had cocktails they liked. Then we ordered all 4 pastas. the nettle one was amazing the other 3 were too heavily salted. dessert (chocolate torte and rhubard olive oil cake) was quite good. Maybe more complex less salty flavors on the pasta would help. read more

Looooove this place. We went twice in rapid succession because it's so good. The apps are delicious, pasta is so good, friendly staff- can't say enough good things. read more

Extremely disappointing. The only reason why I am giving one star is because of the welcoming service received at the entrance and the wine selections. The dishes received were of poor quality, lacking balance of flavor and texture. I cannot say anything positive of the dishes ordered, and we ordered several. Absolutely not worth the inflated price, rude table service, and low quality menu. Does not live up to the Il Corvo reputation at all. Highly recommend going to La Rustica instead. read more

Really incredible pasta. But you don't need me to tell you that. Mike Easton is a pasta king! I will tel you that the rustic and century-old log cabin in which Il Corvo is housed in brings an tremendous amount of character and warmth to one's dining experience. The candles, crackling fire, and attentive staff help to make one feel comfortable and relaxed before enjoying delicate and delicious Italian food. I would recommend eating as many pasta dishes as possible as these stand out as the stars. We had the caramelle stuffed with sunchokes bathed in brown butter and sprinkled with hazelnuts. We also had a delicious venison pasta that was earthy and robust. The focaccia bread is insanely fluffy and I want to know how they achieve this. The Brussels sprouts we had as an appetizer were genius and special. Definitely a more expensive dining experience than the affordable Il Corvo, but for many, this may be the only feasible way to sink one's teeth into Mike Easton's pasta without taking a two hour break in the middle of the day to wait in line and eat at Il Corvo. My only complaint about Il Nido is the inclusion of rabbit on the menu. To anyone who has experienced the peaceful, complex, and beautiful lives of rabbits, it is clear that they are far too intelligent and kind to eat. Just say no to eating rabbits. read more

I don't have enough good to say. First sight, the restaurant is BEAUTIFUL, the ambiance is so warm and homey. The service is unlike any I have ever had. While everyone was great, our waitress, Georgia, was training (her second night there, but clearly not new to the restaurant service industry) and she was incredible (that isn't even a strong enough word). Our water was never empty, and neither was our wine until we finished it. She boxed up our leftovers and kept them in the back until we were ready for the bill to save space. The attention to detail was unparalleled. Now on to the food. Wow times a million. We got the following items: Cauliflower Soup - on special, was delicious and silky, topped with apples for texture. $14 Prosciutto and Burrata - the quality here was delicious and a decent sized portion as well. $24 which is similar to what I have seen at other restaurants with similar product. Bruschetta with Lardo - this is a treat. The lardo is like bone marrow and butter had a baby. So decadent and worth every calorie. $11 Pappardelle with Rabbit Sugo - obviously the chef is known for his pasta. The noodles were wide and long, very hearty. The rabbit was cooked nicely (don't be freaked out by it, it's really delicious and remembers pulled chicken). $24 Ribeye - THIS was the showstopper. Ribeye is already a flavorful cut of meat, but this piece had flavor to the Nth degree and it was cooked PERFECTLY medium rare. $46 for about 12oz and truly worth it. Chocolate Torte - now we were expecting a really dense, almost fudge like type of dessert and were pleasantly surprised to find the texture more like a brownie...that thin crispy top but nice and chewy in the middle. It was amazing! We had questioned ordering dessert, we were so stuffed, but we did. It regret the decision. Comes out looking like a slice of pie with some wonderful whipped cream. $10 Latte - just to finish it off, small portion so it was quite strong, but a perfect ending. $5 Needless to say, we cannot wait to go back and take visitors!! Will be asking for Georgia! read more

We made reservations about a month in advance and had a reservation for five pm on a week day. It was a birthday celebration, a night out as we tentatively begin to go out after COVID closures. We were looking forward to our evening. Our server asked us to order all our food at one time to help the kitchen. We did not realize that this would result in our dinner arriving three minutes after our wine and appetizers. We were enjoying wine and appetizers. Our plates were removed as soon as we took the last bite. We felt rushed and unwelcome, as if we were being hurried out. The food was fine, the ambiance fine but the service left us feeling unwelcome. read more

An experience to remember!!! The food was amaaaazing! Came here for my birthday pre-pandemic, and left 3 hrs later after sampling what felt like half the menu. Simply wonderful! read more

Service was excellent. Nice location, though no views of the beach. Sitting outside was a bit cold and the atmosphere was underwhelming - definitely try to sit inside. The food was excellent, but small portions, especially for the price. Overall still worth experiencing. read more

Luckily was able to get a reservation for this place a week after they opened. The restaurant has such a nice homey feel, feels like your in the comfort of your own home, no rush to ever leave. Service was outstanding, wait staff was very knowledgeable of the dishes and were able to make spot on recommendations. We started out with the Prosciutto e Burrata and the Focaccia. Both were amazing, the Prosciutto literally melted in your mouth. We ordered three pasta dishes, the Ricotta Cavadetti was my favorite but all of them were amazing. The tiramisu was also delicious. Can't wait to come back here, was truly an amazing dining experience. read more

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Best Lamb dish I've ever had. The service is fantastic and the food is super high quality. We'll be back soon! read more

My boyfriend and I are fanatics of the sensational Il Corvo, and were extremely ecstatic when we learned that Chef Mike Easton was opening another restaurant. Due to our many delectable experiences at Il Corvo we knew Il Nido would not disappoint. With sold out reservations for a month we set a "notify me" alert on resy for every night. After a couple alerts via email of potential open times, followed by the sadness of a false alarm, we finally received a ping today for a 9:30pm slot and we were lucky enough to book it! Everything from the decor, to the staff, to the food, and drinks was INCREDIBLE!!! We ordered Tiramisu for dessert, and it was soooo good and I usually hate tiramisu! Our server was incredible and the Majordomo was polite and very attentive! Even after observing a party of 4 complaining (honestly, how could you complain?!), he was so nice the entire time, and very customer focused! Don't miss out on this! Get a reservation! Bravo to Chef Mike Easton and his team! We will be back! Pro Tip: Il Nido has its own parking lot! Just don't park in the tenant marked spots, only in Homestead parking spots. We arrived a little earlier than our reservation time and took a quick walk on the beach before heading back to check in. read more

High expectations that weren't met exactly. The service was good and the setting was incredible. Mike Easton has truly made a beautiful space in such a short period of time that is inviting and wonderful to sit in and enjoy a meal. The food just wasn't at the level I hoped. The pasta was just as good as il corvo, but was $24 a plate which is mighty steep. The steak was my least favorite part, I got the cut of the day and it was very chewy and left me longing for more. With that being said the highlights were the desserts and mushroom dish I ordered. These were executed flawlessly and had so much flavor. As a whole it was a nice experience but it left me wanting more from the pasta dishes and the main course. In the future I will just order a glass of wine at the bar, order an app, get a dessert, and get my fill of his pasta at Il Corvo. Ambiance: 4.5 Service: 4.25 Main entrees: 3 Desserts: 5 read more

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Georgia made us feel sooo welcome and accommodated despite not having reservations. Literally the BEST hostess I've ever encountered! The Food was absolutely fantastic, cooked and prepared to perfection and our waiter was so nice and helpful. They have such a cozy and romantic setting that I plan on visiting regularly!!! read more

An absolute must visit. I was a HUGE fan of their former restaurant Il Corvo when it was in pioneer square so this location was on my list for a while. The food is as incredible as I remembered; absolutely must get the kale salad and the tiramisu for dessert. But above all what blew me away was the service. It's been a long time that a restaurant went above and beyond in every way. From the moment they greet you at the door, to grabbing a drink at the bar, and everything in between. Absolutely outstanding. Our server Erin was also phenomenal so huge appreciation to her. The restaurant itself is extremely cozy too. Wonderful date spot, but also a great place to go with friends for a great night. 10/10. If there was any request I had it would be to bring back the il corvo focaccia as I thought that was a tastier version, though the one on the current menu was still very good. read more

Il Nido is a glimmer of hope in the lackluster dining landscape in W Seattle. The food is excellent. The wait staff is well informed, if a little too much at times (less over the top focus on the restaurant offering, more on the experience of the guest would be appreciated). The greeting at the front door could use a little work. read more

Tough to get a reservation but great restaurant. Menu changes frequently and never disappointed with the salads, pastas, or mains. Wine list is small, and corkage is allowed (not cheap and limited to two 750ml bottles regardless of party size). Bar has walk in Seattle and is cozy by the fire (as FYI I haven't actually ever seen an open seat at the bar when we arrive for our reservations so I'm guessing those are tough to get) read more

An accumulative review after multiple visits. Why go back if I was not keen? In the desert landscape of good places to eat on Alki, this was supposed to be a revelation. A lifesaver. Nope. Not only has the quality of Il Corvo not been replicated, the conceit of the staff that they are delivering manna from heaven leaves you cold. I wanted this to be good so badly. From the supercilious greeting to the oddly indifferent (all 3) service I just kept waiting for it to get better. A truffle pasta that had just truffle oil that seemed like a Trader Joe's dish. A crab pasta that was neither flavorful or innovative. Overcooked sausage and a torte that was also flavorless. After 3 visits there were more examples, but I will say the affogato was good. The much sought after focaccia that is literally filler. The manager is from Roccolto and frankly that place is much better. We loved the decor and of course the 200 yards from home location, but we have given up our remaining reservations and we will let others have the "experience". read more

This must be the furthest West most Italian restaurant in Seattle and the drive along the beach makes for a nice date night. The wine and cocktail menu is quite nice. I appreciate a restaurant that has a small menu, and does each item extremely well. However, when focaccia, glazed nuts, and olives make up 50% of your appetizers and you only have three pastas to choose from, then you might run into some issues. I can't speak for my wife's pasta other than it was unbalanced and heavy, essentially not a traditional Italian pasta dish. The steak I had was high quality, but strangely served on a bed a of lettuce. Maybe it's a Seattle thing, like purple hair or Subarus. I was also disappointed at my side of potatoes which were as basic as one can imagine. Overall, the atmosphere is nice family-friendly and cozy, although the food is unremarkable. read more

Amazing food, truly outstanding. Service was a bit odd because Of how they checked our vaccination card and ID at the front like as if we were at a club (of course we understand we had to be checked but the way we were greeted was odd). Otherwise lovely. Highly recommend for good pasta. read more

Wow, what a unique spot near Alki beach in west Seattle. Highly recommend for date night or a boujee dinner with friends. They happily accommodated my gluten free/celiac needs by letting me know a few pasta style dishes they could swap the pasta for polenta cakes (almost like corn bread but better) I'm literally salivating thinking about that meal and it was months ago. Really lovely service and cocktails as well. read more

This review is for the rude, snide, front of the house staff, and not for the food. But who cares if the food is good if the service is poor? There are plenty of awesome restaurants in Seattle to spend your money at. Don't spend it at Il Nido. I live in Alki and I had already heard from my neighbors that the staff was rude ("he can't even bother to try to smile or be nice"), but I guess I had to see it for myself, and sure enough- it's true! I suppose they don't understand that the Homestead was a neighborhood restaurant, and that the neighborhood was excited they were open again after all this time. We weren't even trying to get a table, but a future reservation. They certainly don't act neighborly. We won't be going back, and I suggest you don't either. read more

I'm glad there was a thirty day waiting list as this could easily be a three month waiting list like my reservation at the French Laundry. It's not the French Laundry but the service was as grand. Wait staff was very friendly, non-pretentious which I thought matched the location. It's cozy and warm. The only thing missing was a fire in the fireplace on a chilly, rainy evening. Everyone there was having a wonderful time. Food was excellent and worth every penny. (Bring plenty of them) I've worked with many TV chef personalities around the world over the past forty years and have dined in top tier restaurants. This is a little gem you should try for sure if you're a foodie and like wine. If you're in the Alki area, stop in and talk to Cameron to make your reservation for thirty days later. You'll be glad you did. I am. read more

Set my alarm for midnight exactly 30 days before the night I wanted to eat here to get the reservation on open table. Getting a reservation is a hassle, but it's definitely worth the wait. The service was amazing... one of the best I've experienced at any other restaurant in Seattle. The tables were all spaced out far apart, so each party had plenty of privacy. I saw people were raving about the focaccia, and it was good, but many other dishes were much more impressive. The ciccioli pork rillette antipasti dish was amazing!!! Our waiter described it to us as like an Italian Pâté. It was so tasty!!! The pasta dishes were all amazing as well. I had the sage pappardelle rabbit sugo. The pasta was cooked perfectly and you could really taste the sage!! My dad got the pasta special-- the scallops ravioli-- and he thought it was delicious, but I think he was even more impressed by the pork cheeks which came on some cheesy polenta. I would definitely recommend this restaurant!!! read more

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Best of the best experience l. The food is tasty. The environment is nice. Service is great.

Make a reservation! Or arrive early and get a seat at the bar. The food is very good and the drinks were even better! I asked the bartender to make me something sweet and it was delicious! Easy street parking and they also have a small lot. Only reason I gave 4 is because I wish they took walk ins. read more

Fantastic food and service. Beautiful building. So happy the loghouse is back in action. Bartender was very friendly and a very good mixologist. Hard working guy yet was able to stay on top of things. Receptionist was swamped with people but kept things flowing and was very professional. Offered me a free glass of sparkling wine while I waited and lined up my drink order. Was very communicative. Overall very professional service experience. I had the chicories salad and rigatoni Nero with octopus and Sicilian sauce. Salad very nicely dressed with perhaps a bit too much dressing though it had a great flavor. The soft boiled (or sous vied) egg beautifully cooked. The pasta was cooked perfectly, baby octopus extremely tender (perfectly cooked...so easy to ruin these guys), and sauce well condensed with flavor. Very very nice. With the sad closure of Bistro Maree, this is by far the best fine dining restaurant on Alki and along with Raccolto, the finest restaurant in West Seattle. I can see myself walking here for a drink, a single plate of pasta for a light meal, or a full course. I think the menu is flexible enough to serve as a regular spot. Happy they moved into my neighborhood. Hopefully the inevitable tourist cycle with summer being overrun with tourists and winter killing 50% of restaurants in the first year here on alki will not negatively impact this restaurant. Overall very happy with my single visit! read more

The food here is fantastic! It's a wonderful restaurant experience normally but currently I am stuck with doing takeout. Fortunately it's a good takeout place as well. read more

I'm really glad this place opened up in West Seattle! I am a big fan of Il Corvo so was excited to hear that they were opening up a location in my neighborhood. My boyfriend and I snagged a reservation right when they opened. First off, the restaurant itself is gorgeous. It felt fancy and cozy at the same time. We were greeted right away and waited a few minutes for the hostess to seat us. The server greeted us soon after and took our drink orders. I enjoyed the glass of wine he recommended to me. My boyfriend and I were pretty hungry. We ordered the buratta and prosciutto to share and I ordered the cornetti with garlic scapes and lemon cream while my boyfriend had the tagliatelle. The buratta and proscuitto was my favorite dish. The proscuitto wasn't overly salty and paired very well with the creamy buratta. Both pastas were good but the portions were pretty small. The portion they gave me looked too small for the size of the plate. It kind of looked like they spread the pasta all over my plate to make it look full... Needless to say, we were both still hungry after that so we decided to share the ribeye. The ribeye was good, perfectly cooked, but not anything too special. Lastly, we had the tiramisu for dessert which was also good. A perfect ending to a good meal. I wish I could give this place half a star more but unfortunately Yelp doesn't do half stars. Overall, the meal and service was good. I know this is a different atmosphere than Il Corvo, but I just can't help but compare it to Il Corvo where the pasta is delicious, the portions are good, and the meal is cheap. read more

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Simply outstanding. The transformation from the dark, tired (but beloved) old Homestead to this bright, airy, sophisticated yet friendly neighborhood restaurant is amazing, as is the food and service. Just call for a restaurant for a reservation as Resy shows them booked solid a month out. read more

My wife and I went here for our anniversary and it was an absolutely fantastic night. The space is beautiful and cozy, all of the food was incredible (they manage to maintain the soul of great Italian food traditions while also expanding on them), and everyone there was kind and enthusiastic. They really went out of their way to make it a special night for us. And they seem to be taking good safety precautions (masks, sanitizer, temperature tests, and very limited, well spaced seating). read more

I wanted to love this place so, so badly. Il Corvo has been so dear to me since its opening, & my boyfriend & I just bought a house in West Seattle. The dinner was pretty middling though. We started w the prosciutto & burrata, & some focaccia. The crumb of the focaccia was off, just really dense for such a thing, & the flavor was like commercial sourdough. Next up was a shaved zucchini salad on ricotta. It was nice, but more thing you'd be impressed w if it came from a Blue Apron kit, not at a dinner-only restaurant. The two pastas we ordered were both unassailable & satisfying. We decide to split a tiramisu, but the mascarpone/cream was maybe over-whipped bc it was just a few clicks shy from the butter stage. The sponge was completely soaked through, which also bummed me out. Ultimately, I'd be down to return if someone else is paying. read more

AMAZING customer service !!! The host, Cameron, was so accommodating. This spot is a must !

Is this place all it's cracked up to be? Yes, and then some. I've been lucky enough to come here twice in the past three months. Getting a reservation is tough and you have to be flexible with your dates/times, even if that means eating dinner at 9pm. The service is absolutely five stars and the ever-changing menu brings new surprises each visit. Can't wait for my next trip in February! read more

I wanted to like this place, I really did. Maybe it was too hyped up but we were pretty disappointed. We had a grilled cheese appetizer that was very inconsistently cooked and the flavors were a bit flat. The pasta was served pretty al dente, which maybe is the proper way to serve pasta but I was expecting much better. If you're going to have simple dishes, the flavors need to be spot on. It just wasn't there for me. I will say the sauces on the pasta were fantastic! Also the service was great. I just wish the food was more memorable. read more

Ambiance - great! They did an amazing job restoring this beautiful building. Service - great, very attentive. Food - while our food was unique and tasty, the $24 pasta plates we ordered as our entree were fit for a child. We left wanting more. Cost - we just didn't get the value. $150 for 4 drinks, 1 app and 2 (very small) pasta plates. I live down the street and have been excited to have a new, amazing regular spot but this place is unfortunately more appropriate for very special occasions or just a cocktail or two. As they are a new business, I hope they make changes based on reviews - I would like to go back if they tweak the menu and prices. read more

We popped by Il Nido to pick up some goodies for an impromptu date night - quarantine style. 1. Excellent, welcoming service. They had clearly marked lines and wore masks, making us feel extra safe. 2. We ordered focaccia, ragú, a pasta I can't recall the name of, and the chocolate torte. Everything was delicious! Thanks for being open and helping us break up the monotony of quarantine. We will be back! read more

Incredibly friendly staff including the manager. Even gave us some welcome bubbles since it was our first time. Historic little space and delicious specials. read more