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    Salvatore Ristorante

    4.1 (291 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Romantic
    Good for groups

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    This was what the restaurant seating and vibe was like.
    Sahithi Y.

    We were seated right away, and the waiter was so sweet and kind to us. We wanted vegetarian options and so he helped us figure out what things could be made vegetarian for us and gave us a lot of recommendations. I like the vibe of the place. It had Italian music playing, and the waiters accent also fed into the ambience. We ordered a bread basket and ate the Fettuccine Della Casa and Fettuccine Alla Carbonara (made vegetarian). Carbonara was a little bland just straight cream sauce but the Della Casa was super yummy!

    Ribeye Special with pasta
    Aimee G.

    This used to be my regular spot when I lived nearby. There's plenty of free street parking in the area. They don't take reservations but it's easy to get a table. Staff are very friendly and it's very clean inside. Portions are good and food is tasty. It's usually a stop if I'm doing a mini crawl in Roosevelt because there are some other fun places nearby.

    Squid ink pasta with scallops
    Jenn C.

    After reading other reviews I would say there is a pretty consistent theme - food is pretty good, service is just ok. The biggest issue for me is that I bit into a piece of plastic while eating the salad, informed the server of it, he took it away and came back to say "i think that was a piece of the plastic container that came off when we opened it, sorry about that!" Then there was absolutely nothing else they did about it - I thought they would comp the salad or at least discounted, or maybe not charge us for the bread basket, something small like that - but nope, nothing! Other than that, we enjoyed the food. They only offer one red and white by the glass - a Chianti and a Pinot Grigio - but when my partner asked for a second round of his red wine, interestingly they poured a different wine than his first glass. Maybe they rotate what bottles are open and the first one ran out? The aforementioned salad was not bad - very simple - arugula with diced Gorgonzola and beets, with a white balsamic dressing. Some of the leaves did not look in the best shape, and of course the plastic kind of ruined it. The bread in the bread basket was good - crusty and crisp on the outside but soft and chewy inside. You are given some dishes of herbed olive oil and fresh grated Parmesan on the side (my favorite part) The Siciliana pizza was pretty good, heavy on the olive/capers so you need to enjoy that flavor profile. The dough had an interesting texture, not as chewy/elastic as some other pizza doughs. The squid ink pasta with scallops (and I think pancetta bits), was very tasty. Comes in a really rich cream based sauce but it wasn't overwhelmingly creamy. You get 3 scallops. Pasta was nicely Al dente. Not a huge portion but not tiny either. Their completely cavalier attitude in response to me biting into plastic in my food was disappointing and left a bad taste in my mouth, to the point that I'm on the fence about coming back again - especially after reading other reviews. Which is too bad because I did actually enjoy the food.

    Veal shanks... Incredible!
    Gary W.

    Salvatore is fantastic and eating some specials tonight and drinking a Negroni made by Claudio. The ossobuco made veal shank on bone is tonight and I usually get veal too. This is our favorite place!

    Aperol spritz, spaghetti alla vongole,
    Shawana L.

    One of the best Italian restaurants in Seattle. It's authentic as as it can get. I feel like I'm in Italy when I'm here. And the entrees are reasonably priced. This is a family owned business and the staff is amazing! They are extremely nice and passionate about the food and culture.

    Tagliolini capesante (squid ink pasta with scallop)
    Timothy L.

    I think I might have found my new favorite Italian restaurant in Seattle! I tried the tagliolini capesante, a squid ink pasta with scallops. The entire taste was so good and it had the right mix of creamy and savory. The scallops were cooked to perfection. No complaints about it. This item was on the special menu and not the regular menu so just be aware of that when you order here! After our meal, my friend and I shared a tiramisu which was also really good too. The servers were really kind and attentive and our host was enthusiastic and checked in with us regularly. Definitely coming back soon.

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    Kanita A.

    We've been going to Salvatore for over 20 years and food, service, and ambiance is always top tier - My favorite italian restaurant - the food is always so delicious - We have so many favorites - my absolute must order are the prawns appetizer, calamari, burrata - for dinner - pescatore prawns, bolognese, wild boar, fileto gorgonzola, squid ink pasta with scallops - the service is friendly and Salvatore is a wonderful sweet human - we absolutely love it there

    Squid Ink Pasta, Pollo Gorgonzola
    Katie P.

    Unequivocally the best Italian I've tried in Seattle!!! I visited almost exclusively for the squid ink pasta with scallops, and it was exquisite. Perfectly cooked noodles, decadent, and flavorful. A unique dish that you can't find many places. The desserts were also excellent - I tried both the ice cream and tiramisu. The tiramisu is great for those who don't like overly sweet desserts - the espresso flavor was very prominent ! Our service was very friendly and amiable. So expect that service will be slow - it was busy and they appear understaffed. But the wait was more than worth it.

    Front entrance
    Ali D.

    Service was a little behind but our server was only 1 of 2 people serving the whole restaurant so kudos to the elder gentleman with the extravagant service. He was awesome! Food was good and the bread pudding for dessert was great! It was soooooo good that I didn't have time to take a pic. Delicious!!!!!!!

    Protiferoles - delicate pastry shells stuffed with vanilla ice cream and topped with a delicious Belgium chocolate sauce and whipped cream!
    Sidney P.

    This is such an iconically classic Italian restaurant. We've been numerous times, and always thoroughly enjoy it. Menu is extensive with lots of quintessential choices, and the specials menu always has really great offerings as well. You'll almost always see Salvatore in the house - he runs a well oiled machine. Highly recommend this city gem!

    One if the specials, a creamy Ragu tossed with Bucatini.

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    Great little old school joint with a vibe that is hard to find these days. Take a date or take yourself on a damn date. You deserve it!

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    Great food, ambience and staff. Prices are fair for this great quality of food. Love this family and their restaurant.

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    Salvatore is the real deal. The pasta is amazing every time we go. It's a white tablecloth place that's comfy and inviting.

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    Outstanding food. They don't make places like this anymore. Authentic. Just go. You won't regret it.

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    We've been going to Salvatore's since it opened and continue to enjoy his fine dining! Love this place!

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    Ask the Community - Salvatore Ristorante

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    Cascina Spinasse

    Cascina Spinasse

    4.4
    (1.5k reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$$

    Is there a reason these aren't all 5 star reviews? This place is on another level and delivered on…read moreall levels. We loved the quaintness and character of this restaurant. The waiter was on top of everything but also provided excellent recommendations. And then there's the food... We had many different menu items and all were spectacular. Some highlights were the peas, the fresh tomatoes, and the asparagus. The pastas have been on the menu for 18 years and for good reason! The eggs yolk pasta was my favorite - rich but amazing. The other two following it on the menu were lights out as well. I felt the pork was a standout then I had the salmon and couldn't decide which was better. It didn't matter and a good problem to have! Although I only had the paklova I can say everyone loved their desserts. The paklova was absolutely lovely!

    Legendary reviews had me coming in with pretty high expectations. The ambiance is lovely. Low…read morelighting, 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.

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    Cute and rustic
    Cute and rustic
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    Antipasto Misto Della Casa
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    La Fontana Siciliana

    4.2
    (766 reviews)
    4.3 mi
    $$$

    Recently, I met up with some colleagues for a small team dinner at La Fontana Siciliana. I was so…read moreexcited because this place had been on my list for so long! Not only to experience the food, but the DREAMY outdoor space I had seen all over social media. Service was excellent from start to finish. We managed to get an outdoor seat (yay!) and the vibes were immaculate from the start. It definitely gives off more romantic/date night vibes, but it was also fun to experience with some ladies from my team. Perfect for a girl's night! Obsessed with the string lights, the fountain, and the overall atmosphere. You somehow don't even realize you're in the middle of Seattle when you're here. The menu has so many options which made it so hard to choose, but I ended up going with the Fettucini ai Fungh - fresh fettuccini pasta with wild mushrooms served in a light cream sauce topped with truffle oil, and I also added chicken. When I say this is probably my FAVORITE pasta I've had in Seattle, I'm not kidding... I almost cleared my plate which is hard for me as my eyes are always bigger than my stomach, but I made it happen! The cream sauce was rich but not too heavy, and the truffle oil was prominent without being crazy overpowering. 10/10 absolutely no notes. Hands down would have trouble ordering something else when I visit again. Without a doubt, I will be returning in the future for a date night!

    Terrific pasta, love the specials Service was good,…read moreambience excellent Would come again to try other menu staples

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    Indoor dining area
    Indoor dining area
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    Tiramisu
    Nighttime dining in the courtyard

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    Nighttime dining in the courtyard
    Barolo Ristorante

    Barolo Ristorante

    4.0
    (1.4k reviews)
    4.1 mi
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    Amazing service and Delicious food!! My nephew and I got…read morethe pre fix menu. The octopus was cooked to perfection!! The pasta and shrimp was scrumptious!! My nephew got the steak which was also cooked to perfection he got the cannoli and I got the tiramisu both were amazing

    I'm visiting Seattle this week and I'm staying across the street near Barolo Ristorante. They close…read moreat 11, & I called an around 10pm and was very respectful about it ...I literally said, "I know it's late, please let me know if your kitchen is closed. I can just do takeout." I tried to order the fettuccine de mare, listed at $29 (no extra fees on Toast), but they told me it would be $43. That already didn't make sense. Then the server says, "We actually have 50% off happy hour until 11, come in and dine." So I came in. Ordered a drink, escargot, and a steak medium rare. The escargot came out fine. Then... nothing. 39 minutes later (at 10:45pm), the server asks if I'm waiting on anything else. Yes... my steak. She goes to check, disappears, and then comes back with something that honestly felt DISTESPECTFUL. The steak looked like scraps. Uneven, mismatched chunks, all different sizes, with burnt, crispy edges and covered in sauce like they were trying to hide it. It didn't look like a single cut of meat it looked like pieces from multiple steaks thrown together. The plating was sloppy, and the side looked like an afterthought. I didn't take a bite. I looked through it and said, "This looks like pieces from different steaks." She told me she watched them cut it... then immediately followed that by saying she saw them put it under a heat lamp to reheat. So which is it? I work in the food industry. I'm not going to be gaslit over a plate like that. She offered to refire it, but at that point it was almost 11 and they were closing. I paid for my drink and left. Honestly, I wouldn't have been upset if they had just told me the kitchen was closing when I called. But don't invite me in, forget my order, and then serve something like this and try to pass it off like it's normal. Just be honest.

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    Inside
    Charred salad
    Charred salad
    Lumache - baked escargot

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