It's probably silly to update my review when I've already written about the incredible arancini (deep fried rice balls) with a marinara so lovely that I would happily drink it, and the wonderful Margherita pizza with its lovely crust (just the right amount of heft and chewiness--importantly, not too much!). My companion and I arrived during Happy Hour and these two selections are on that menu, so we had them again--and I guess the utility of this review is to say that these selections continue to be consistently delicious and that this is a wonderful place. We also shared an Afogato--vanilla gelato with decaf espresso poured over! Perfect, quite light after our meal and beautiful enough to paint as a watercolor. This is one of our easy go-to's when looking to dine out. We were happily helped by friendly bartenders, Nicole and Sie, who made great recommendations and great drinks for us. I especially loved the Mario Cicotti cocktail (an interesting variant of an Old Fashioned--including tobacco bitters and charred orange peel!--very interesting). And we enjoyed the beautiful, warm Montepulciano Nicole recommended. And they concocted a surprise drink for my dessert--I can't recall what it was--but it was lovely and came with a bunch of hearts! Consistently wonderful place in all ways, with lots of heart itself. In my opinion, what's not to love? read more

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Every time I come here, I say, "oh, this is the best thing I've had so far!" And I come here often. From the savory, melt in your mouth meatballs to the Linguine alle vongole, you can't go wrong. Even rye Squid Ink Pasta is extraordinary, but beware, it can be spicy. And then there's the acacia e Pepe which is so satisfying (pro-tip: add capers, pepper flakes and pancetta, and it's like a little flavor burst of goodness). You can even customize your dish (or at least they've allowed me to when I dine here) to how you want it. The wait staff and bartenders are attentive and extremely customer service forward - so make sure to tip them well when you come here. read more

Storia Cucina - Linguine alle vongole and house sourdough bread with an aeperol spritz for a drink - Italian Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

This was a great find in Bellingham. I have to give to Bellingham for some amazing restuarant and eating spot. The Pizza we tried was delicious and well made. I had the cocktail A Monk's Dream which was okayish. Maybe I will try something else next time. But for Italian flavour I recommend this place. read more

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For a small town Bellingham has some amazing food and Storia is one of the best I've had. Even compared to Italian restaurants in the Bay Area Storia is solid. Ambiance great. Service super friendly and give great honest recommendations. Pizza pasta clams and cocktails were all amazing. Only thing that was eh was the chocolate panna cotta. Could have done without that. But def will be back at Storia next time in town. read more

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Celebrated my birthday here and it was awesome. I had the Pasta Bolognese which was delightful. The server suggested fresh mozzarella ball on the side and I was glad to have that. I also ordered a green side salad to go with and would also recommend that. The Italian dressing was delicious and unique. Don't forget to aak for bread, it was also very good. For desert, worth the wait, I ordered the bread pudding. Probably the best I've ever had with the fresh cream and salted caramel sauce. I would have no hesitation visiting for drinks and desert :) There is a bit of a wait for food but it is quality! read more

Storia Cucina - Pasta Bolognese with fresh mozzarella ball. - Italian Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

Amazing friendly service. Very cute and welcoming interior design. The sourdough starter is from 1971!!! Hence we had to try their pizza! Pasta was nice and al dente! read more

Storia Cucina - Italian Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

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We had a great dinner here with our daughter and her friend. We sat outside under the covered seating area by the street, which gave us a nice view of the theater lights and the bustle of shoppers and cars going by. It had a fun, lively atmosphere without being too loud. The hostess and waitress were both warm and friendly, and the service was attentive without feeling rushed. The food was excellent. I had the cacio e pepe, which was rich and flavorful. We shared the roasted cauliflower with Calabrian chilis, garlic, capers, and parsley. Even my daughter's friend, who said she normally dislikes cauliflower, enjoyed it. She also ordered the ale Caesar salad and was happy with it. My daughter tried the lumache pomodoro with ricotta and parmesan and really liked it. My husband had the pappardelle bolognese made with local beef and pork, and he enjoyed every bite. For dessert, we shared the tiramisu, a lemon sorbetto, and the chocolate panna cotta with salted caramel and cardamom whipped cream. Each one was delicious, but the panna cotta was especially memorable. Overall, the food was so good and the whole experience was enjoyable. We look forward to coming back. read more

Storia Cucina - Chocolate Panna Cotta - Italian Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

if you're visiting Bellingham this is the place to go get dinner. Elevated pizza and pasta using sourdough- it's light but filling chef made food you can taste the quality. Absolutely delicious. For dessert- Bread pudding takes 25 minutes to make so order it with food it's worth the wait and some of the best dessert I've had. Parking- street parking Price- around 25$ a person very reasonable for what you're getting and the ambiance. Will be coming again next time we visit Bellingham! read more

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Came here with my wife on our trip. Her meatball appetizer was good. We decided on some pizzas. I chose the pepperoni. There were soooo many little pepperoni, but they were soooo good, haha. Service was quick and our server was friendly. Storia has a great atmosphere. read more

Storia Cucina - Italian Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

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Went on a recommendation from my hubs coworker as we are always on the hunt for good pizza- we were not disappointed in the food one bite but must have come during shift change which seemed very clunky and left us waiting at at our table for a hot min- once we got a server it was decently smooth sailing from there and our waitress gave us amazing recommendations with our cocktails- it is a very open area so can get a little loud when busy but worth it because the pepperoni pizza was delicious, my little ate more of the bolognese then my hubs but that's because he ate all the focaccia with cheese- will comeback soon for sure and try happy hr next! read more

Great experience! Our server was very attentive. She took the time to explain the current specials. I went with the meatballs as an appetizer and they were so flavorful. For my entree with a margarita pizza and it was probably the best margarita pizza that I ever had! So flavorful and not greasy. Great place that I highly recommend! read more

Storia Cucina - Italian Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

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This' place is quite a find. Just passing through Bellingham on our way home we decided on a whim to grab some Italian food and found this gem. We arrived around 5:15pm and luckily was able to snag the two top without any way and gad we did because the rush started piling up behind us after being seated. Onto the food. 1) Kale Caesar salad. This was decent. Note, it is not all kale, but is a mix of kale and romaine due to customer comments. The only thing I didn't like was the soggy croutons which even my 9 year old did not kid tax. 2) Meatballs. This was really good. Soft, pillowy, saucy. It was served with a nice piece of focaccia to soak up the gravy. This was definitely a hit. 3) Pomodoro. This was pretty good. Had a good clean flavor and liked the dab of ricotta. Just felt like it was missing something. Perhaps season the ricotta? 4) Cacio e Pepe - this is one of my all time favorites and this certainly delivered. A nice soft and chewy pasta with a good amount of cracked pepper and cheese. What is there not to like?! This is one of those places I definitely starred on my list of places to return when passing by. If you are in Bellingham and reading this, you should definitely stop in this place and enjoy a fantastic meal. read more

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we had really DISAPPOINTING service from our waiter. The only time he visited with interest was to take an order, he forgot to give us menus, and of course to give us the check. Other servers and the person seating people were kinder and more helpful than him. mushroom pizza was only cut in 1/2 had to find a server to bring it back and fix it. - not our waiter because he was no where to be found. I told him when we ordered we were celebrating my daughter's birthday and he said"ok." Had him as a waiter in May and he was mediocre at best- rushes to have you sign the check and give a tip both times. In May he was like"don't you trust me?" when I said I wanted to review the check, And this time I told him to leave and I would review it. Spoke to manager- only tipped because they are split at the end of the night. He saw me talking to the manager and went over to tell my daughter how busy they were from the theatre next door, and why we were had poor service. Really we had poor service from him. The bar service was excellent- our Bartender was busy and attentive. I would be hard put to go again, between food mediocre at best and terrible service from our designated waiter. read more

We came as a group of 2 + baby. The interior has high ceilings and a moody urban vibe. The server was efficient when taking our order and delivering the food. The pizza came out quickly. We really enjoyed the meat pizza, which had pepperoni and sausage toppings, as well as sun-dried tomatoes. We liked the texture and material of the crust too. However the margarita pizza was not that great. The crust was too difficult to chew, and some of the slices had barely any cheese - you could see the tomato paste & crust as there wasn't much cheese on those parts. The appetizer we ordered were fried risotto balls filled with cheese - it was an interesting twist. We also got another pasta topped with ricotta cheese and asked pancetta to be added to it. The ricotta was so fresh and the quality was really nice. All in all, a decent date night spot although the flavors are kind of mild save for the meat pizza. read more

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Superb food and service. Forgot to photo the food and it disappeared fast! Had the pizza margarita, garlic knots, arancini (fried rice balls with cheese in the middle), and the special salad Winter Panzanella. Ordered the bread pudding early since it talks about 20 minutes to prepare. The ingredients used here are quality and local. They stretch their own mozzarella, make their own sourdough bread/pizza dough. Really spectacular place, a great find. read more

We dined here to celebrate my birthday on a chilly Wednesday night ~6:30pm. We were able to walk in and got a seat right away. We started with drinks; I got an amaretto sour and he got their Portofino. For appetizers, we shared the marinated artichoke hearts and the meatballs. The artichoke hearts were tangy, fresh and light. The meatballs came with a wonderful sauce and great flavor. For our mains, we both enjoyed a seasonal offering. Service was appropriately attentive, ambiance was lovely and the night ended with a delicious tiramisu. read more

Storia Cucina - Italian Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

Great food Helen is an amazing Chef! Really enjoyed the pasta. I will definitely be back. read more

- A Night of One Surprise After Another We started our evening at Storia Cucina with the calamari. As someone who truly loves calamari and orders it often, I was excited for it -- but it ended up being the only miss of the night. A little flat, a little lifeless. But that disappointment didn't last long. Because the moment the clams arrived, everything changed. The clams were explosive -- rich, bright, full of fresh ingredients that made every bite its own experience. No two bites tasted exactly the same, yet each one was consistently delicious. The dish had depth, freshness, and real character. Then came the bolognese, and somehow the night kept climbing. Fresh, handmade noodles, a beautifully balanced sauce, and flavors that tasted intentional, layered, and clean. It's rare to go to a restaurant where each dish tops the last, but that's exactly what happened. And then came the grand finale: the bread pudding. Now, the food overall was truly amazing -- I don't want to belittle any of it -- but this dessert ruined me in the best possible way. I will never be able to eat bread pudding the same again. Unless someone creates something better than this (and I honestly don't think that's possible), no other bread pudding will compare. If someone ever did make one better, I think I'd be beside myself trying to understand how it was even done. While talking to the lovely group beside us, we heard a rumor that Storia Cucina may discontinue this dessert. Let me be clear: it would be a crime to deprive the public of bread pudding perfection. This dessert feels like a signature of the restaurant. If you live anywhere near Bellingham, go try it before it disappears. You'll immediately understand why it must stay. The ambience was lively and festive -- warm lighting, great energy, and a fun atmosphere. It is a bit noisy, but in a celebratory way. Perfect for a night out. Maybe slightly loud for a quiet date unless you sit close, but overall the vibe is fantastic. The service was excellent as well -- friendly, attentive, and welcoming. Storia Cucina delivered one surprise after another, with each dish better than the last, ending with a dessert that sets a new standard for what bread pudding can be. When I return to Bellingham (and I will), this will be one of my first stops -- but if that bread pudding is gone, I'll have to look elsewhere for dessert, because nothing else will compare. My verdict: highly recommended. read more

Okay, wow. My husband and I stopped here randomly while passing through Bellingham on our way home to Portland. We were hungry and Italian sounded great. Italian food is one of those cuisines where it's hard to make badly, but is common to be "just okay", so we weren't expecting much having just randomly picked this place. We were so so very impressed and now a little depressed that we don't live closer so we can come back here regularly!! It's amazing. So good. 10/10. Probably one of our favorite meals we've had this year, if not, like... ever. lol. We shared the Margherita pizza and their Autumn pasta special, the Campanelle alla Zucca. Both were phenomenal. I'm still dreaming of the creamy squash sauce on that pasta, and dipping the pizza crust in it was heavenly. The service and ambiance was amazing as well. Do yourself favor and try this place if you haven't already!! We will definitely be back next time we're in the area. read more

Storia Cucina - Margherita Pizza and Campanelle alla Zucca pasta. - Italian Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

This place has everything I want in an Italian restaurant: The food is authentic (reminded me of dishes I had in Italy), loved the bolognese sauce! Service was timely and excellent and the place has cozy, warm ambiance while still having a modern feel. We will be back! read more

Truly delicious pizza! It's hard to find a good, Tuscan wood fired Margherita pizza. This was the real thing. Great service! Warm environment! Highly recommend! read more

Delicioso ‼ Fine fumes of roasted herbs waft through the air upon approach with subtle murmurs of conversation & clinking glass... seating is swift as servers bustle about attentive to guests... the menu is varied, ordering is quick with drinks & dishes arriving in rhythm... awww, delicious delight! Thanx for all you do read more

We stopped at Storia Cucina for lunch on a sunny Saturday. Decided to sit outside and enjoy the weather. The decor inside was really nice. Easy for a date night without being too formal. Anyway we had a pleasant experience. Our server was friendly and prompt with bringing us everything we needed. We both ordered pasta and it was fabulous. Fresh and just really enjoyable. Finished with the bread pudding made with their sourdough starter. Just truly excellent all around. read more

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Love this place!! Planning on returning whenever we are in Bellingham. Got a Kale Caesar salad. Usually I prefer cooked kale but the combination and dressing made the Kale good. Still craving this salad. The croutons seemed like they were made in the restaurant. Forgot the pizza name but this was my boyfriends favorite. He ate 90% of this and loved it. Huge fan of how thin the pizza is and crust was yummy. Usually I need a bunch of cheese but the tomato sauce changed my mind on that! The cacio e pepe pasta was interesting. Never had noodles like that but definitely enjoyed how unique it is. It was so flavorful with a strong pepper taste. Added burruta and pancetta to it. Wouldn't be as good without it. read more

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A perfect find in Bellingham. There was a short wait for a table so we made our way to the bar. Bar stools comfortable, and service quick for a busy night. Ian, our bartender recommended a few cocktails which we were happy to oblige. The food, tasty and well presented for three to enjoy. Our tasting included homemade focaccia, meatballs, arancini, and pepperoni pizza. The appetizers came and went and only made it impossible to pass on dessert. By far they have the best bread pudding and tiramisu hands down! Check it out! read more

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The pizza is really good if you like thin crusted pizza. They make everything from scratch so the quality is great and you can tell. The overall vibe of the restaurant is also really nice, very chill ambiance with nice lighting and not too loud. Service was also great, they brooch out a wrong pizza and were more than happy to replace it for us. Only issue was parking, but the courthouse is not too far away and is relatively cheap. read more

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We celebrated our anniversary at Storia Cucina and had a great time! We arrived around 6pm with no reservation, the wait time was about 20-30 minutes. However, we were able to sit at the bar and order appetizers and drinks while we waited! For appetizers we tried the artichokes and the burrata. The burrata with focaccia was absolutely delicious and we devoured every bite. After about 20 minutes we were seated at a table, where we then ordered our mains. We ordered the Pappardelle Bolognese and Cacio e Pepe, respectively. The food was delicious and the servings were generous. I ended up taking about half of my pasta for leftovers. The restaurant itself is beautiful with tall ceilings and fun artwork. Overall, we throughly enjoyed our experience and will definitely be returning to Storia Cucina. read more

Storia Cucina - Burrata - Italian Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

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We went to Storia Cucina after seeing a show at the Mt Baker Theater and we were seated quickly (not the case when we tried before the show). The space is darling: intimate, cozy, and clean. We ordered the Pizza Salsiccia and drinks (Lou Sassone and The Godfather -- both variants of an old fashioned). The drinks were both very well crafted. I prefer the Sassone, it's a bit smoother, more subtle notes. The pizza was great. The perfect level of spice. The crust was amazing. They use a 1971 sourdough starter for their breads and their crusts. It was damn good. We ordered a second pizza to heat up for breakfast: Pizza Bianca. This was just as good! It made an excellent breakfast pizza with eggs on the side. Speaking of breakfast, Storia Cucina does offer breakfast. I am enticed by their breakfast menu and would love to go back. Lastly, we ordered the bread pudding for dessert. It was good too. Well balanced and a nice texture. My husband is a bread pudding connoisseur and he gave it a thumbs-up. read more

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Really nice and affordable Italian restaurant in Bellingham. The dining room has a very nice ambiance - very high ceilings and an open kitchen. Everything was delicious and fresh, especially the green goddess salad special! We didn't have any pizza but I saw it on several other tables and it looked great! Finished the meal with a double espresso that was phenomenal and still has me zigging 4 hours later as I write this :$ read more

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Cute restaurant that is conveniently located in downtown. Would say the food was good but a tad salty. The Brussels sprouts were perfectly cooked and I liked the bits of pancetta. The papperdelle also had a nice bite to the noodles. Meatballs were just okay for me--I'd pass on those next time. read more

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My secret hidden gem (but well-known in the community) in Bellingham! Squid Ink Mezze Maniche: A Must-Try! The Squid Ink Mezze Maniche is amazing! The shrimp and clams are cooked perfectly, and the pasta is full of rich flavours. You have to try it! Prosciutto Di Parma Pizza: Pizza Perfection! This pizza is the best! The crust is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and the prosciutto topping is delicious. Sauteed Calamari: Bursting with Flavor! The Sauteed Calamari is so tasty! It's packed with chilli, garlic, tomatoes, and more. In addition, it's affordable and worth every penny. Storia Cucina is the perfect place to go for delicious food. Food: 5/5 Must Try! Service: 4/5 Kids: 4/5 Yay! (Highly recommend their meatballs) Price: $50-$100 USD for two (dinner) Presentation: 3/5 Parking: Paid Street Parking. Tips: * Consider going early or expect a wait. * Great atmosphere and have outdoor seating. * Ideal for small parties and offers remarkable meals. Would I Return: Yes ‍ read more

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I usually don't write restaurant reviews, but we really thought all that we ordered was great food. We ordered sauté calamari, panzanella salad, and wild mushroom pizza. Our waiter made good recommendations. Nice place to have lunch. read more

Nice outside area. Had Cicotti Meatballs for appetizer which were very good. Had the Pappardelle Bolognese which was okay ... had an unusual hint of sweet that I couldn't put my finger on. Husband had the Lumache Pomodoro which on a scale of 1-5, would rate a 3 (and he is an extraordinary cook). But it is the service that gets a "1". The hostess acted like we had inconvenienced her when we asked for a table. Our waitress walked past us 2-3 times before saying hello. We told her we were ready to order through our entree. I don't think she could have gotten to the kitchen before our appetizers arrived ... even before our drink order. It was so fast, we specifically asked to slow things down. She said she would. Within 10-15 minutes and as we were finishing our last bite of appetizer, our entree showed up. So, if you want to pay top dollar for fast food, this is your place. read more

The service is second to none! The quality of the food was superb. The ambiance was cinematic. I'll def be back and bring a guest or two. Stephanie read more

Absolutely one of the rudest, pretending to be nice, hostesses I've come across in a long time. It wasn't the wait time. I'd like to give it a try, but the condescending attitude makes me think twice. I think they think they think highly of themselves. The fact that they don't answer these reviews leads me to believe that they don't care. read more

Great food, cocktails and wait staff. Place is very busy. They don't take reservations so we sat at the bar rather than wait 25 minutes for a table. Well worth it. read more

The bar staff was a bit condescending when trying to order a glass of wine while we waited for a table. Otherwise, food and table service were excellent. read more

Very good service. We were there at 11:30 and they were out of many of the brunch menu items. Noisy and busy. Food was good and well prepared. read more

Enjoyed the ambiance/decor. It reminded me of an industrial area in San Francisco. Squid ink pasta with shrimp and claims - It wasn't bad. The noodle could be more al dente and to have more garlic flavor. Otherwise, it wasn't bad. Mac and cheese - kid size portion and pasta shells was good Pizza - mushroom pizza - pretty good read more

Storia Cucina - $24 squid ink pasta. - Italian Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

First few times I went the pasta was good but the last couple of times I've gone my pasta has come out cold and undercooked. Very disappointing. Not sure if they were just having an off day for those times or if this has happened regularly for other people. But it's happened enough that I don't feel inclined to go back and pay for undercooked cold pasta. read more