Came to Cascina Spinasse in Seattle on Sunday evening, the same day I ran the Iron Horse Half…read moreMarathon in North Bend, where I placed fifth overall, if anyone cares, dudes. I first arrived around 6:15 PM. The area was packed and finding street parking was surprisingly difficult, so give yourself some extra time if you're driving. I also didn't have a reservation and was quoted about a 45-minute to one-hour wait for a walk-in. The woman at the front was very nice, though, and took my number for the waitlist. I used the time to drive over to Kerry Park for some sightseeing and came back around 7:30 PM. By then, my spot was ready and I was seated at the bar. I hadn't really eaten a proper lunch after the race, so at this point I was basically combining lunch and dinner. On the recommendation of the woman serving me at the bar, I ordered two half portions of pasta: Tajarin con burro e salvia -- $20 Fine hand-cut egg yolk pasta with butter and sage. Cavatelli al ragù di costolette -- $24 Cavatelli with short rib ragù and marinated cherry tomatoes. While I was waiting, they also brought out a complimentary amuse-bouche with toast, fig, and a dark reduction. It was a nice little start to the meal. The tajarin with butter and sage came first. I was starving and finished it pretty quickly. They also served bread and long, thin, crunchy breadsticks that I believe were grissini. The pasta was good, although it didn't completely blow me away. I'd probably give that dish around a 3.5/5. Then came the cavatelli with short rib ragù. Oh my gosh, guys. This might genuinely be one of the greatest pasta dishes I've ever tasted. Somehow, it was even better than the spaghetti Bolognese I'd had at another Italian restaurant the night before. The short rib ragù was remarkable -- incredibly rich and flavorful -- and the cavatelli had this wonderful soft, chewy texture that worked perfectly with the beef ragù and tomatoes. Everything just came together. This was easily the highlight of the meal and one of my favorite Italian dishes I've had anywhere. The bar seating also ended up being pretty social. I talked with a guy next to me who had recently finished a triathlon, and chatted with another woman whose birthday was the following day. It made eating solo considerably more enjoyable. By the end, I was completely full. Considering those two half portions essentially became my post-race lunch and dinner combined, I thought it was well worth it. I'm giving Spinasse 5/5 largely because that cavatelli with short rib ragù was absolutely remarkable. I'd come back without question the next time I'm in Seattle -- and I'd probably order that exact dish again. One word of warning: I'd strongly recommend making a reservation, especially on a weekend. If you're dining solo, walking in and waiting for a bar seat can work, but I'd still be prepared to wait. 5/5 stars Last visited: August 30, 2026

Unfortunately, the service here has consistently been some of the worst I've experienced. I've…read moredined here multiple times, and nearly every visit seems to come with an issue. What's most disappointing isn't that problems happen, it's how they're handled. The attitude often gives the impression that the customer is always wrong, rather than making any effort to understand or resolve the situation. The service has come across as rude, dismissive, and unnecessarily confrontational. Good hospitality should make guests feel welcomed and want to come back. Unfortunately, my experiences here have done the exact opposite.

I was celebrating a birthday with a loved one on a lovely Saturday afternoon in late June. The…read moresetting was perfect, with a sense of bustle without being too noisy or too crowded.

After sitting down, I saw a super loving grandparents. They were dressed very formally; the…read moregrandfather was even wearing a suit and dress shoes. It was like a casual, ceremonial date

Food was amazing , But Ray our waiter is a dickhead, should be fired or retrained or should just…read morefind a new job , hope he reads this . Ambiance was nice .

La Fontana Siciliana is one of those Seattle restaurants that feels like a little escape from the…read morecity the moment you walk in. The courtyard is absolutely beautiful, especially with the fountain, cozy lighting, and intimate atmosphere. It has such a romantic, tucked-away feel that you almost forget you're in the middle of Belltown. The food was fantastic from start to finish. There's a great variety of Italian and Sicilian-inspired dishes, and everything we tried was full of flavor and beautifully presented. The portions were generous, and there were so many things on the menu that I could easily see myself coming back several times just to try different dishes. What really stood out was how much the atmosphere adds to the entire meal. This isn't just a place to grab dinner and leave--it's somewhere you can actually sit back, enjoy a drink, have a conversation, and take your time. It would be an especially great choice for a date night, anniversary, birthday, or any evening when you want dinner to feel a little more special. The combination of the food, setting, and hospitality made this a memorable experience. Seattle has plenty of Italian restaurants, but La Fontana has a personality and atmosphere that make it stand out. Definitely a spot I'd recommend if you're looking for a beautiful Italian dinner with a unique Seattle atmosphere. I'm already looking forward to coming back!

The good: portions are large and prices are lower than expected. Financial and tiramisu were very…read moregood. Takeout was quick. The meh: carbona focaccia sandwich was a salt lick. The short rib ragu and bolognese were 2x pasta to sauce, which was surprisingly dry given they were swimming in oil. Pasta is obviously homemade and tasty. Next time we'd plan to eat in the restaurant rather than doing takeout.

This place is more of a fast-casual pasta spot than a traditional sit-down restaurant, which I…read moreactually liked. You walk in and order at a self-service kiosk, and there are plenty of options to customize your pasta. You can choose from different pasta types and sauces, which makes it easy to build exactly what you want. We ordered the short rib pasta and the carbonara, along with a cannoli for dessert. After ordering, you seat yourself and they call your name when the food is ready. We had no problem finding a table for two. There seemed to be a lot of takeout orders coming through. Both pastas tasted fresh and were cooked al dente, just as advertised. The carbonara was creamy and flavorful. The short rib itself was good, but the pasta and sauce were a bit separated, so the pasta didn't absorb as much flavor as I expected. The cannoli was very filling and had a hint or orange in it. Overall, it's a good spot if you're looking for quick, customizable pasta. Just keep in mind that it's more of a fast-casual place rather than a full sit-down service restaurant.

Very proper old school Italian with tremendous value…read more Caesar, caprese, good bread, puttanesca, simple spaghetti and meatballs all done well

dined at Sansonina Ristorante Italiano few days back, and the vibe was inviting and warm. perfect…read morefor a catch-up with friends or even a date night. We started with bruschetta, which was fresh and well-balanced. The gamberoni fiorentini stood out - prawns with great flavor. Had a immediate yes from everyone on the table. For pasta, we had linguine carbonara and tortellini con piselli - both rich and satisfying, and i belive they were hand made tortellini - I liked them and finished the entire plate by myself (nothing left to take home ) The tiramisu was good, but the chocolate lava cake fell short. It wasn't warm enough and lacked that molten center we hoped for. Overall, the service was friendly and helpful, rounding out a pleasant experience. We'll be back for the pasta! Rating: 4/5 Standout: Gamberoni Fiorentini, Tore

Decided to celebrate the one year anniversary at Lupo. Candles and wine set the mood. Ellie's…read moreservice and recommendations were amazing. Will be back for the Margherita pizza and ambiance.

This spot has a sophisticated, slightly vintage, and sexy interior + really great wood-fired…read moreNeopolitan pizza. We had the alcohol-free shrub of the day ($8, it was strawberry flavored) and the Hot Coppa Pizza ($27). The crust is wonderfully chewy and the toppings are perfectly balanced and flavorful with saucy, tangy, sweet, and salty - a perfect pizza :) Skylar was such an amazing host!

The service, wine, and food are wonderful! I'd highly recommend! I've gone there three times this…read moresummer and plan to go again soon.

Second time in Seattle -- flying solo this time. I dined at Brunello Ristorante the night before…read morerunning the Iron Horse Half Marathon. I ordered the Spaghetti Bolognese, and shortly after, house-made bread arrived complimentary, served with olive oil and an herb-based dipping mixture, along with a small ramekin of grated cheese. The bread was very good and a nice start to the meal. The Spaghetti Bolognese was excellent. I took my time with it and really savored each bite -- the rich, creamy sauce with the Bolognese was honestly heavenly. Exactly the kind of comforting pasta I was hoping for the night before a race. I'd recommend making a reservation, although surprisingly they weren't particularly busy on a Saturday evening. Given how good the food was, that genuinely baffled me. All in all, a home run -- and I went on to finish 5th overall in my race the next morning, so I'd say the pre-race pasta did its job. I'll definitely return to Brunello if I'm back in Seattle. Last visited: Aug. 29, 2026

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I had the lumache and it was really good. The veal was tender and the pasta was perfectly al dente…read more Portions were a little small imo. I also got the blackberry mint soda! We sat in the garden and it was cool seeing the airplanes flying overhead as they were coming into land at the Boeing field. Outside seating was shady and service was great!

Darko you made the evening spectacular! Thank you so much. Highly recommend this place and if you…read morewant to adjust a menu item, they are more than happy to accommodate.

Barolo might honestly have one of the best HH deals in Seattle. I've been a couple times now and it…read morenever disappoints! Came for HH yesterday and ordered a couple pasta dishes to share, and was pleasantly surprised that they're actually full portions. We definitely overestimated how much food we needed because I left STUFFED lol Everything tasted great though, and for the price it's such a good steal. Drinks are also really good and surprisingly cheap for the area, especially SLU. Service has been great every time I've been too. Definitely one of my go to spots for happy hour and will be back!

Absolutely the best food my wife and I have had in Seattle…read more We got the oysters, gem salad, wagyu tartare, Campanelle, and duck. All of them were amazing. The service was just as great. Our server provided great courses wine recommendations, and the samples didn't hurt when we asked what a few of the bottles of wine were! We sat countryside at the kitchen and the chefs were great to talk to - it's clear they're passionate about the restaurant and bringing a great experience. We will be back, thank you Haerfest!

Delicious food, excellent service , highly recommended…read more Sooo good, best place in Seattle