I'm always on the hunt for tasty pasta and luckily, stumbled upon this little hidden gem. We strolled in on a Saturday shortly after they opened. We were somewhat surprised that there was no wait since this restaurant was located inside Pike Place Market and it's usually insanely busy all the time. We were greeted almost immediately at the counter by a friendly server. We glanced over their weekly rotating menu quickly and decided on 2 dishes, from the farm: tortiglioni with elk ragout $12 & also from the garden: fusilli with parsnip pesto & moraccan harissa $12. The found ourselves a seat overlooking the entrance to the market so, we were able to people watch while we waited for our food. The dishes came out relatively quickly and they looked beautiful! The elk ragout dish was delicious & the sauce was piping hot - 5 stars! I actually burnt my tongue a few times, even though I've waited a handful of minutes before putting it in my mouth since I was busy trying to capture these photos. The parsnip pesto & moraccan harissa dish was good initially, but it got a little too grainy & cheesy towards the end - 3 stars. The texture of the pasta - 5 stars! Overall, this place is a good alternative to Il Corvo if you're craving a quick and delicious pasta dish on the weekend (since il corvo isnt open on the weekend) or if you dont want to wait in that hour long line when they are open. I'd say, come give this place a chance! read more

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Second time here, the first time I wasn't impressed. I didn't there was much flavor and the pasta was really hard...even if it's supposed to be al dente. But I thought I'll give it another try and I liked it a lot better today. I got the lasagna and it was flavorful and really tasty with the chili oil. The ocean pasta is very light in flavor so if you're looking for something with more omfp, don't get that. The pomodoro was good, but nothing special. Overall it's still worth trying but definitely don't think it's the best place out there in Seattle for pasta. read more

Pasta Casalinga - Pomodoro - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Ended up nearby today with a friend who'd never been to the best pasta spot downtown, so we went for takeout. The inside space has weirdly been cleared...all except for the space right near the counter. So instead of socially distanced (and calmer) eating conditions in the lower area, you're crammed waiting in line alongside unmasked people eating and drinking right there in the open. It was very hectic. The meal was great. Roasted hazelnuts and halibut From the Sea, and a super comforting From the Garden vegetarian option. Pasta was perfect. But we got out of there as soon as we could. Not only was the inside area anxiety inducing, but the woman behind the counter, whom I recognized from being here before, kept lowering her loose cloth mask to talk to everyone. Most of the time she was unmasked. Majorly disappointed in the lack of COVID safety here and as much as I loved their pasta, I won't be back until I feel safe in those cramped and maskless environments...which for me will likely be a while. read more

Super fast and always very nice people working. Love the pasta and lasagna. Not a cheap lunch but always worth it

This is such a hidden gem of pike place! I went on a weekday right when they opened so it wasn't as busy as it can be, and the pastas were so fresh and the portions are generous. The lasagna was probably my favorite but honestly you cannot go wrong. This will definitely be somewhere I take friends when they come to visit Seattle. read more

Pasta Casalinga - Lasagna - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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A small shop inside Pike Place. They had five options the day we went with two being vegetarian. Everything is made to order so it may take a few minutes to get your order. There are some seats at the bar area by the restaurant and public seating in the atrium. We found them a bit pricey for the pasta bowls ($40 for a small bowl and a coke). It was good but not great. read more

Pasta Casalinga - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

It's impastable not to like this place! Tucked away in Pike Place Market is a handmade pasta restaurant called Pasta Casalinga. The restaurant is located inside the Economy Building Atrium on the second floor, with minimal bar seating available. If you're familiar with Il Corvo in Pioneer Square, Pasta Casalinga is similar in that it focuses on keeping things simple with quality ingredients and features a smaller menu. There are a few seasonal pastas available "From the Sea", "From the Farm" and "From the Garden", and regular options like their Everyday Lasagna and Pomodoro. My friend and I decided to try the: - Everyday Lasagna - Talk about a unique take on lasagna! It was our first time seeing ingredients like sweet peas tucked inside the noodles. This lasagna is also cream-based versus tomato-based with their in-house made besciamella. - "From the Farm" Pasta - This fall pasta features pipe with fennel seeds, grapes and sausage. Once again, this was my first time have something like grapes paired with the pasta, which added a certain freshness to the dish. The pasta tasted like it Prices fall within the normal downtown lunch range at $9-11 depending on the option. And then quantity wise, we felt it was a great choice for lunch without feeling too carbed out on the pasta. I definitely recommend visiting Pasta Casalinga at off hours as the restaurant gets pretty popular for lunch, especially being in a tourist hotspot. I plan on visiting again for their other options! read more

Pasta Casalinga - Fennel Seeds, Sausage and Grapes - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Do you like Ragout? Then you must stoping to this place and enjoy the "From The Farm" bison ragout...it is amazing. The pasta is fresh and perfectly cooked the flavors are just amazing your mouth will do a happy dance!! Not a lot of choice on the menus but with the quality and flavors offered you don't too many choices. Fun bar seating right within the Market Place, friendly staff and patrons! Great vibe, great food! read more

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Best pasta I've ever had! They were super accommodating I forgot to add some burrata when I ordered but they added it on after. The tables were limited but very worth it. I'm not from the area but I will be coming back just for this pasta. read more

Pasta Casalinga - Lasagna casalinga and from the farm - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Got the miso black cod pasta on 7/1/21 Pros - super cute location - pasta was impeccably cooked and super delicious!!! - love the concept and the creative ingredients Cons - kinda expensive for portion size - cod was fresh but kinda fishy, which they put some acid in it to cut the fishy taste - dish not as cohesive as I'd like but still tasted good read more

Pasta Casalinga - Miso black cod pasta 7/1 - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Always my favorite pasta spot for lunch when in downtown Seattle. If you don't mind walking through the hustle and bustle of Pike Place Market, there nestles Pasta Casalinga with a couple of seating with a center view of the building. Away from the crowds of the market, Pasta Casalinga offers fresh and tasty pasta for a great price. I'm always open to trying their new revolving pasta dishes. This time I got the sea; bucatini pasta with clams, capers, and garbanzo beans. All the flavors mesh very well that I savored every bite down to the last garbanzo bean. Although I ravenously questioned the portion at first glance, my hunger was satiated with fullness. I'll be happy to visit again when in the area! read more

Pasta Casalinga - The Sea - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This is my new favorite lunch spot! The pasta is so spot on and delicious! Love the al dente texture and the kitchen is so cool. Love seeing the staff cook several pastas at once. That's how you know it's fresh and cooked with love. I can't wait to try their different dishes. Loved the rockfish pasta so far! read more

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Wow!! A must if you are at Pikes Place. Not a ton of seating but if you can find yourself a spot at the counter I would snag it. There were three of us and we had the pomodoro that my kid devoured, pasta from the Ocean (filled with seafood olives and capers) and Pasta from the Garden (a pesto style). All delicious!!! You could get one bowl enough food for 2. read more

Pasta Casalinga - Zoom in on the menu board!! - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Catching up on Yelp reviews. Pasta Casalinga at Pike Place Market could be TEN Yelp stars, if that were only possible! I took a pasta making class via ASUW Experimental College from chef/owner Michela Tartaglia back in October 2013 shortly after a major surgical procedure. I was happy to make it through and had a terrific experience at her residence, creating a delightful meal with my other classmates. I later attended an Italian Society meeting via her kind invitation where I dined on a bounty of delicious cuisine. Now if only I could find my class notes, I digress. I knew that she had moved her cooking school and opened her restaurant at Pike Place Market. I just had to find the opportunity to get down there to check it out. One major advantage is that Pasta Casalinga has over Il Corvo (another favorite), is the availability of weekend hours! Go on Sunday and have the double bonus of free street parking. Finally, I had the opportunity to visit on 7/1/18 and 8/12/18. Escape the market craziness (Starbucks line, the fish throwers...) to the calmer oasis behind DeLaurenti's. Pasta Casalinga is located to the left of Tenzing Momo and French crepe place. Look for the overhead squid sculpture and the big Sasquatch statue (major photo op for folks) in this atrium. Signature quality with rotating choices from the ocean, from the farm, from the garden, lasagna, and a special. Truly you can't go wrong with any of the choices. On point flavors, great presentation, generous portions, reasonable prices and welcoming conversation from Michela herself. This gem has been featured in The Stranger, Seattle Magazine, and Seattle Metropolitan magazine, as well as, lots of love from other Yelpers. I'm happy to report that Pasta Casalinga made top of the list for Best Pasta in Seattle Magazine (Sept 2018 issue, page 10). Highly recommended! read more

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Gotta love small hole in the wall places with authentic food and great prices. I heard about this place through a local blogger, and turned out a chef friend of mine vouched for it as well. Everyone was right, this is the place to go for high quality pasta. I would recommend following them on Instagram to see what's coming up in the menu, as it's always something interesting. Definitely don't expect a fancy place with white tablecloths, it's more of barstools and counter seating, but the food quality is amazing, everything is fresh and made to order. The menu usually has 3-4 dishes and lasagna of the day, nothing crazy but so well made, and different from the usual Italian restaurant that is mostly noodles and marinara. read more

Pasta Casalinga - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Made it here 4:45 pm on a Friday right before close. They had two lasagnas left for the night which I was initially disappointed in. We snagged both... one for here and one to go. After taking a bite, I could not be more grateful to get the last two dishes of the night! What a unique pasta with peas and mushrooms. The noodles are made fresh daily and you could definitely taste this. Loved everything about this dish. Felt like an Italian spin on a pot pie but in a way more romanticized way lol. The place is super authentic and has such a hole in the wall feel even though it's at pike place. Can't wait for tomorrow's lasagna lunch! read more

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I don't have anything bad to say about this pasta, but also nothing too great either. Well seasoned, came out hot, and was good. My only concern is it is a bit pricey for what feels like a simple pasta, but if you can do the basics right, then I suppose it's worth paying for. read more

Pasta Casalinga - Pomodoro - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Visiting Pike Place and Pasta Casalinga is a classic date for my husband and I. Pasta Casalinga has a rotating menu of a meat (From the Farm), seafood (From the Ocean), and veggie (From the Garden). Their pasta is so fresh and al dente. Even though the ingredients aren't always things I would put together myself, the chef has such a vision and the dishes always turn out delicious! Service is quick and efficient. Ambiance is quick dine with counter seating and a few tables that are self-serve. I almost didn't want to write this review so that the place won't get too busy. read more

There HAS to be some sort of wizardry going behind the scenes here. Every time I dine here I'm left astonished with the craftmanship that goes on in their 200 something SQ FT. work space! Pasta Casalinga is one of those places where you'll thoroughly read menu and ingredients then attempt to match or find those. The dishes are so well blended and proportioned out that it's not just that "one" ingredient you can taste, it's an explosion of "hints," and boy is it miraculous. Overall, the Pasta Casalinga team KNOWS what their doing. The staff is as handpicked as their amazing ingredients, the dishes are so well crafted it's damn near mysterious even with the menu right in front of you. The price? It's just illegal. Quality, handmade down to pasta for the same price as some sub sandwiches. read more

Pricy, but legit delicious. The menu is small, but for someone who has been known to take forever making these kinds of decisions, it's the perfect size. In addition, the small menu means they are able to do those few things really well. This place is well worth going out of your way for imo, tucked away in the corner away from a lot of the din of the market, it's a great place to unwind a bit and have a relaxing (albeit small) seat and enjoy some nice pasta. read more

Great casual pasta-centric place at Pike Market! I am shocked but also relieved that this place never seems to have a line stretching around the block. The pasta here is always cooked to a perfect al dente. They usually have three rotating pastas, "from the ocean" (seafood), "from the farm" (meat of some kind) and "from the garden" (vegetarian). The ingredients are always very interesting and invariably delicious. I honestly haven't had one yet that I didn't devour completely. I have yet to try their staple lasagna and pomodoro sauce pastas but imagine those will also be amazing. Do yourself a favor and level up your pasta by adding burrata and chili oil. It makes an amazing pasta dish even better. To top it off, the staff here are always so friendly despite working in some very cramped quarters! Seriously, ditch waiting in those long lines at Beechers handmade cheeses and Piroshky Piroshky and eat here! read more

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I had the day off for a doctor and hair appointment with lots of time in between was trying to figure out where to grab lunch and remembered this place was hoping at 12:45 the line would have died down a little but no such luck, but that's ok by the time I got my order a seat had opened up directly across from the expedite area. I was fun to watch as each person's ordered was prepared. They worked like a well oiled machine preparing each order. There are four items on the menu the lasagna is on there everyday the other three selections: from the sea, from the land and from the sea. These three are changed every two weeks. I wanted to order all but on my own that would be insane. I went with from the garden. the mention of chili oil and edible flower won me over. They have wine and other beverages for sale but I just had water. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, it was so perfectly cooked it threw me back to last fall when I was in Italy. When we were in Rome after seeing the basilica we wondered around trying to figure out where to have lunch and stumbled upon a small family owner cafe that did different specials each day that what Casalinga reminds me of. All the ingredients were fresh and the flavors perfectly balanced, the portion size was just right. I love the bowls the come in when you eat there and the live plants sprinkled among the dining counter. Can't wait to return! read more

Fantastic food! Highly recommend. Small menu, fresh pasta and nice flavor. We had the Pomodoro and the "From the Ocean".

It was my day off and I decided to check this place out as I read so many reviews, but it fell short, in my opinion. O came there right before the lunch rush and ordered the lasagna. Since that was the only thing that was constant, I thought it would be a good choice to see how this restaurant fare. Right from the start, I notice that they heat up the lasgna in a microwave, which I was prepared for after reading other reviews. It seems like they don't know how long to heat up the lasagna because they reheated mine a couple of times and checking them before giving it to me. So it took longer than I expected since it was microwaved. Another disappointment was that, despite all the heating up, the lasagna was just luke warm. Aside from that, everything actually was tasty. The flavor was on the lighter side so you might need to add some salt. If you are a pea lover, you would definitely love this dish as it was covered in peas. And the peas wasn't mushy either, It still held it's somewhat firm texture. Service was good, the lady was nice and the chefs were friendly. I might come back to try one of their rotating dishes when I'm in the area, but as of now, this is just an ok place. read more

Pasta Casalinga - Lasagna - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Solid pasta spot in the Pike Place Market. My friends and I came here for lunch and Pasta Casalinga did not disappoint. Located by the atrium of Pike Place Market on the second floor, you can expect a lunch crowd at Pasta Casalinga. But it does not take long to get your dish, despite it being freshly prepared! The menu has monthly pastas, themed specifically to the garden, farm, ocean, in addition to their everyday lasagna. It's always worth coming back for, to see what new creations have been made, given the season's fresh ingredients available. In my visit, I ordered the pasta "from the garden", which was a fusilli pasta with sage-walnut pesto, chilis, and a quail egg on top. One of my friends tried the "from the farm" pasta, which was a rigatoni pasta with fennel seed sausage and chanterelles, and my other friend had the everyday lasagna, made with sausage, sweet peas and cheese. Many of the people here were getting their orders to go, so it was easy for us to find a seat to dine-in. Of all the dishes we ordered, I actually liked my friend's "from the farm" pasta the most. I loved how much of the fennel flavor you tasted from the sausage and the chanterelles mixed in was so incredible and rich, kind of like a truffle flavor. Loved it! The everyday lasagna was also solid, and liked the combination of a light cheese with peas versus a typical tomato-based lasagna. However, mine I thought, had just too much olive oil. Much of it came from the fresh pesto sauce on my pasta, but before it was served, I saw there was another big drizzle of olive oil, to top it off. It was quite distracting as I was eating it, and unfortunately, didn't end up finishing mine. If it had not been for the overload of olive oil, I would've liked my pasta much more, especially since the chilis added some nice, contrasting flavor to the pesto. Overall, Pasta Casalinga is a great, casual pasta shop in the Market, and one I would check out monthly, for new menu items! Plus, they have booze. Need I say more? read more

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Super fresh pasta made to order, what not to like about this place! The menu is simple, with 3-4 fresh, homemade pasta dishes ranging from $9-11 to choose from (they have at least 1 vegetarian dish everyday). Being that I tried to become a vegetarian this year, I went for a vegetarian pasta dish, Spaghettoni with pesto sauce (though..I have to be honest that the wild boar pasta dish and the sausage lasagna really tempted me as well). The dish was made to order and super simple, but I have to say that when I took a bite into the pasta, I could tell this was not an ordinary dish that you can get anywhere. Although it was a simple dish, the taste was flavorful...fresh and didn't leave me feeling lethargic or bloated. I also love that the portion was just right...it's a little smaller than what you get at other places...but really, most places have been feeding customers with oversized carb portion! As such, I really appreciate how Pasta Casalinga cared enough to get the right portion and the right price out to Seattle customers! Service was super friendly. The female owner was personal and took the time to talk to customers and answer any other questions they had. I saw the other male owner also working with another helper in getting the pasta in the right portion and cooked appropriately, too. Would definitely live to stop by this place again!! read more

Pasta Casalinga - From the garden - Spaghettoni with (something) and walnut pesto sauce + topped with ricotta cheese ($10) - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Food was great! Limited seating but seats opened up quickly. Pricey for a bowl of pasta, but good nonetheless. read more

Pasta Casalinga - Today's menu - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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A great spot for some fresh handmade pasta ! They have a limited menu, which has 3 rotating dishes (from the sea, farm and garden). I hopped over with some friends and got to try the "from the farm" dish that had Rigatoni with speck, radicchio Chioggia, ricotta and walnut, and it was my favorite dish out of the three. They're fairly affordable, and very casual. Can't wait to come back for more ! read more

Pasta Casalinga - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Dont be put off by the Pikes Market location or simple exterior, there is exceptional Italian food to be had here. The ingredients are clearly very fresh and the recipes are very good. I loved the lasagna and the other dishes coming out of the kitchen smelled and looked amazing. I'll definitely be back again (and again). Keep in mind the hours, as I dont think they're open 7 days per week. Check in advance. read more

Absolutely always a hit. Always look forward to pasta casalinga when I go to the market during lunch. read more

Pasta Casalinga - From the farm - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was going through the list of places to eat in pike place to find new places and found this place. They have been open 3 months, and make fresh pasta. They have four items on the menu, From the ocean, from the farm, from the garden, and lasagna. They had a fifth item on the menu this week. These items change every week. Their menu also means there is something for everyone. I like places that have a small menu, usually means they do a good job with the items they have. This place is a little hidden, take the hallway opposite the donut stall, it is at the end of the hallway. I ordered From the farm, this week that included pasta with pancetta, morel mushrooms, walnuts, saffron, and ricotta. So good, so fresh... absolutely loved it. We are going to be back here regularly. read more

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Pasta, the way it's meant to be cooked, is difficult to find. Hand made pasta should be cooked Al dente, with a light touch, almost emerging firm. Sauce should never be poured over the pasta. The noodles should be dipped in the sauce then served. Pasta Casalinga does their craft beautifully, reminding me of the now passed Il Corvo, a nationally famous pasta emporium. If I wasn't so vain, I would eat at Pasta Casalinga several times a week, but my current metabolism is moving at a snail's pace. Go to this culinary treasure hidden away at the market. If you don't like your pasta, you don't know Italian cooking. read more

Perfect to the T. I was never a huge fan of pasta until Casalinga and Corvo. Thank goodness this place is open Tuesday - Sunday from 11am to 6pm! I love that it's quick and easy like Corvo. They let you know the selection pasta used for each dish which is helpful. Ordering is quick and simple then you grab a seat by the bar and get to people watch since you are next to Pike's! The wait is never too long since the food comes out immediately always tasting 10/10!! I love this place and always recommend my friends that haven't been. It's such a great lunch to stop at by Pikes & you don't get the crowd. read more

Pasta Casalinga - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Friendly staff. Unfortunately, the food was not up to balanced ratio standards. The lasagna was majority peas and barely any mushrooms or meat. read more

Pasta Casalinga - Tried to take out the peas and enjoy the meat. - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My partner and I stopped here for a quick lunch while running Sunday errands. It's a noodle counter. Self seating, order at the register, and bus your own table joint. It's in the Atrium of the Pike Place Market where one can sit and easily people watch. The service was nice. It was better than what you would get at a food court in a mall for sure. We explained that we couldn't eat really spicy food at this time and the guy at the counter said they would tone down the spice on our dish. Also we didn't know what wine to order and he made a recommendation. He didn't rush us, and was generally polite and helpful. We couldn't ask for more. They have a rotating menu and offer only a handful of dishes (spaghetti's, lasagna, pappardelle, etc.) They also offer a small selection of well-curated wines to pair with each of the pasta dishes. Price wise, I thought it was fair. The noodles are obviously fresh and high quality. This is not a generic food court meal with packaged noodles that were overcooked and jarred sauce added. This is truly fresh pasta and fresh ingredients. That's why we gave it an extra star. We ordered "From the Ocean" which was spaghetti noodles, with regular capers and extra large capers, fresh tomato sauce, garlic, spice, anchovies, and kalamata olives. The noodles were al dente and hearty. We also ordered two glasses of the recommended wine to pair with the dish. We opted to share the plate, and we were both pleasantly full at the end of our meal. It was $33+ tip for one dish and two wines which is spendy, I know, but honestly the meal was restaurant quality. We'll definitely go back next time we have a hankering for good pasta. read more

Pasta Casalinga - From the Ocean - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great portion Reasonable price Ingredients are fresh Only a little bit lack of flavor texture The flavor is too straight forward read more

Pasta Casalinga - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Honestly the best pasta place in Seattle! The only reason I brave the traffic and parking near Pike Place. Unpretentious hole in the wall serving up some fine fine food. I always grab a glass of red/white wine to pair with the pasta. Pasta menu is rotating and there are only a few options - from the ocean/farm/garden therefore you know whatever you pick will end up being delicious. read more

Pasta Casalinga - From the farm - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I finally tried Pasta Casalinga this last weekend after it had been highly recommended by a few friends. It is easy to try to compare Pasta Casalinga with Il Corvo, but after trying it, they're both good for different reasons. I love how they have 4 different pasta options here and 3 differ based on local and seasonal ingredients. They don't have appetizers like they do at Il Corvo, but the pastas are all delicious! They range from $12-$14 and come out really quickly after you order. I love that they are open all days of the week and in a prime location. Now, the ultimate question of Pasta Casalinga or Il Corvo? Il Corvo is delicious, but if you're only in town for a very short amount of time and cannot afford to spend 1+ hours in line, then Pasta Casalinga is a just as good option with local ingredients, not a long wait, and more convenient hours. read more

Pasta Casalinga - From the Garden - Pesto - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great (hidden) Italian spot in the market! My husband has been here for lunch a bunch and I finally got to check it out. I got the "From the Garden" meal and it was very good. Honestly, everything on the menu looked delicious, and from what my husband says, it is. It's one of those casual spots that has the food speak for itself. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area! read more

Pasta Casalinga - From The Garden - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Absolutely amazing pasta ! Have been thinking about my pomadoro almost daily since we went! read more

Pasta Casalinga - Italian Near Me - Seattle, Washington