50 Best Italian Restaurants near Burien

“Fantastic service for a party of 20 in the banquet room. The food was delicious and the waitress was so flexible and helpful. Even cutTing the birthday cake and returning a forgotten phone & credit card. Thanks for making my birthday perfect.“

“Wonderful food and wine .“

“Delicious, gracious and you will even learn some Italian!“

“I really like the pizza here. The crust is not too thick or to thin and the toppings are good.
Reminds me of a hometown pizza place called Campanas over on the Peninsula my folks used to take us too as kids. Toppings were just enough of everything and good flavor. The house red wine is really smooth, restaurant itself is a old Burien school Italian vibe. I will be getting pizza from here again. One of of my top 3. Prices are pretty decent as well.“

“We had the pizza delivered to our hotel. On time delivery and excellent pizza.“

“I took my wife here for her birthday. It was both of ours first time. Il Nido lives up to its reputation as one of the best Italian kitchens in Seattle. The service was exceptional, the ambiance is unique and welcoming and the food is as good as it gets. Il Nido is a culinary gem on Alki.“

“Went there once and truly loved everything about it.“

“ALL the food was delicious 😋“

“Authentic, fresh, and entirely delicious. The homemade cannelloni pasta noodles and filling were absolute perfection! Fantastic marinara! And the pizza… amazing. So much for leftovers! And I haven’t even mentioned the kindness of all of the staff. Can’t wait to come back to this gem!“

“Fantastic experience. Anyone who can take a humble dish like fries and elevate it has my respect, AND tell people y’all ain’t getting ketchup is my kinda guy. Fresh catch of sockeye salmon was perfection. 💯 recommend“

“The best Italian food in Seattle. The focaccia is probably the best bread I’ve ever had. The heirloom tomato and nectarine marinara is a revelation. I can’t wait to go back.“

“Great sandwich and friendly staff! Will go back“

“Some of the best Italian cuisine I've had since visiting Italy. The service was exceptional, the specials were creative, balanced, and very well prepared. I wanted to resist desert, but when presented with a smorgasbord of delights to choose from, it is hard to decline. The tirmasu is a must have. Home made and tastes just like the ones I had in Rome. Will definitely be coming back to Porto Vino.“

“Charmingly tucked away in Pike Place Market's atrium, you might side-eye the lofty pasta prices for counter-style service, just like I did, until... BAM! You just ate the freshest pasta with height of the season specialized ingredients. You know, like they do in Italy, and it's worth every penny. Have you ever had a walnut pesto with sauteed fiddlehead ferns, leeks, and aleppo pepper flakes? I can't say enough good things about how amazing it was and you get to watch the very cool, friendly crew make everything in the open kitchen. I did pass on the $14 wine pour because that's not right for lunch. That would get me a whole carafe in Italy.“

“From the moment you walk in, this Italian restaurant delivers an exceptional experience that feels both authentic and unforgettable. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, striking the perfect balance between elegant and cozy—perfect for a romantic dinner or a relaxed night out. The food is nothing short of outstanding. I had the salmon special, which was cooked to perfection—tender, flavorful, and beautifully presented, with each element on the plate complementing the fish without overpowering it. My wife ordered the fettuccine with prawns, and it was just as impressive: perfectly al dente pasta coated in a rich, well-balanced sauce, with generous, succulent prawns that made every bite memorable. We finished with tiramisu for dessert, and it was the perfect ending—light, creamy, and beautifully balanced with rich espresso notes. The service truly set this restaurant apart. From start to finish, the staff was exceptional—warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what they do. Every interaction felt personal and thoughtful, from being warmly greeted at the door to perfectly timed check-ins throughout the meal. The team was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, offered excellent recommendations, and anticipated our needs without ever being intrusive. Their professionalism, friendliness, and attention to detail made us feel relaxed and well cared for, elevating the entire dining experience. This restaurant captures everything you hope for in great Italian dining: outstanding food, a welcoming atmosphere, and truly top-tier service. An unforgettable experience and an easy 10/10. We’ll absolutely be back.“

“Drew and his team were great. Tasty food and excellent service! Cozy little spot and nice vibe.“

“We came all the way from Denver to enjoy dinner here and we were not disappointed! The food, ambiance, staff…all first rate! What a wonderful meal.“

“the vibe inside is really homey. the price point is great. I was able to comfortably order a few things to try. I also think the portions were good. the duck ragu was very good. I enjoyed that plate very much. the sauce pairs with the duck very well. it's fork licking good. the carbonara I didn't care for, I didn't finish it. it didn't taste quite balanced. also my pasta was under cooked. I checked to see if maybe I was given buccatini on accident but no, it was just underdone spaghetti. overall, I'll try it again. my experience I think was good for a first visit“

“Always amazing service and food. Wonderful space and visit as much as we can!“

“Food and service was amazing. Highly recommend“

“This lovely gem in Tukwila is definitely worth visiting. Intimate atmosphere good for family, friends or date. The wine menu and menu variety were phenomenal. The server suggesting some of their favorites was a nice touch. This place is top notch and affordable. Definitely recommend.“

“Some friends invited us to dinner and from the moment we entered the aromas had our mouths water. Tasty pasta dishes and wonderful desserts. I had the lemon cheesecake and if you like lemon you won’t be disappointed. The seasonal pumpkin cheesecake gave the Cheesecake Factory a run for the money!!“

“This place is a Godsend! After flying all night, I was crazy hangry. The line at Starbucks was like 20 minutes long. For what? An overrated & overpriced over roasted coffee. At Pollino’s I got a delicious pizza & fresh coffee & in about 10 minutes. While waiting for my pizza I went & picked up today’s newspaper. A delicious fresh pizza, a good cup of coffee and the NY Times in about 10 minutes!!!“

“If we (4 of us traveling for a conference) could give it 100 stars we would have! From the greeting, ambiance, food and service this restaurant is exquisite! The presentation of the food matched the flavor and can be described no other way than flavorful and devine! The locals may know of this place but we are considering it the best kept secret for travelers!“

“Fantastic sandwiches — but be prepared to hunt for parking. We ordered the Grindhouse, a Mortadella, classic Salami, stacked with Dijon mustard, mayo, shredded iceberg, house made dill pickles, provolone, and a bright red wine vinaigrette, all on a perfectly chewy demi baguette. Every bite was balanced and delicious in a cute space. Downside for older guests is the unmanned Kiosk to order. No opportunity to ask about the sandwiches and then after ordering yourself the kiosk asks for a tip! And parking, however, was nearly impossible. We ended up in a garage that cost more than the sandwich itself. Still, the food was excellent — just go when you have patience (or a chauffeur).“

“This place has authentic Italian and pizza. We had tortellini with pesto sauce and seafood risotto and both were amazing. Dessert was orange dreamsicle cheesecake and it was melt in your mouth delicious. Pizza was better than any other pizza we've had. It was a little loud with all the people chatting and kind of hard to hear but the place is beautiful with a view of the bay. Can't wait to go back.“

“Try the pepperoni rolls!!“

“One of my favorite pizza spots. Great sevice, friendly staff. A big part of our West Seattle community.“

“In town for one night and hotel was right nearby. Went there on a whim and let me tell you it was absolutely fantastic! The food was outstanding - we all cleaned our plates! The service was attentive but not overbearing and food came out quick, but not too quick. The apps were a perfect start. The meal sizes were perfect as well. I wish I live in Seattle so I could go back there! Highly recommend!“

“great place let's try next time“

“WONDERFUL housemade pasta, whole Branzino. Delicious Barbera. Great desserts, great service, amazing olive oil, which sounds funny, but it was really, really good. I would highly recommend La Medusa.“

“Went for happy hour which runs 2-5pm each day. Small menu but great food and value. Pasta that tastes delicious without being overly salty or oily. A solid variety of unique cocktails. Had a Negroni Bianco & a Dark Margarita.

Focaccia starter with disco sauce was a good recommendation.“

“Absolutely FANTASTIC food and the service is top notch! Our server Veronica was FABULOUS and David the bartender made my daughter the fanciest mock tail! Treat yourself and enjoy the experience!“

“Great food and great service. Our little is already asking to go back. She loved her ceaser salad and Chocolate cookie and said she really liked our waiter, he was funny.“

“WONDERFUL housemade pasta, whole Branzino. Delicious Barbera. Great desserts, great service, amazing olive oil, which sounds funny, but it was really, really good. I would highly recommend La Medusa.“

“We are visiting for a game. Half the excitement is trying something new! What a unique and exquisite place! We will be back!“

“Love this comfortable place in the heart of Seattle. Great proximity to two theaters.“

“We are visiting for a game. Half the excitement is trying something new! What a unique and exquisite place! We will be back!“

“Beautiful historic building, amazing food and great craft cocktails.“

“What a wonderful place! We came late at night, from out of town, after our plane landed with hungry bellies. First, we were greeted by the owners daughter. In our initial conversation, we told her that we still needed to find a grocery store (it was 10pm). She began to tell me how to get to one and said, go there first bc it closes at 11p, then come back. So we did!
When we returned, we had the most pleasant experience with the owner, Rami. He told us that he works FT for the airlines and bought this place for his four daughters. It's family run and he hires his airline employees; the cook/chef is his best friend. The dough, pasta, marinara, Alfredo, everything is homemade.

There is a large menu with a variety of Greek and Italian items. There are booths inside and tables outside. There are restrooms for customers. They have dine in and take away and you can order through door dash.

If I was a local, Id be eating here all the time. Not only was the food fresh and good, but Rami made us feel welcome and took the time to talk with us.“

“The service was amazing and the Pizza was super delicious! ❤The Oklahoma travelers“

“Delicious food!! Service was great!!“

“This is our “go to” pizza restaurant. The food is always fresh, hot and very good.“

“I come here pretty often since the food and service is so consistent!
The food is always hot and fresh. i have never had a problem with their food! except only they forgot my additional broccoli once, which they quickly came back with it. The service is quick and the food does come pretty fast.
All of the servers i’ve had encounters with are nice and friendly, they talk and recommend things. they don’t really check up on you though, so getting a refill on breadsticks is kinda intimidating and you don’t get chocolates at the end anymore too. as for the atmosphere, it’s pretty noisy, if you care.
The wait times are normal, lowkey reserve online beforehand since they have a waitlist that shows the queue!“

“Great place pizza is amazing, and garlic twists are recommended 100% good prices and the staff are very nice people just great place overall“

“The manager here is completely rude to his customers and his staff. Refuses to refund or replace and item made incorrectly. Just terrible customer service. Think twice before giving your money to such a terrible person. Read many other reviews that talk about how the staff here is treated. The food is mediocre at best, but even of it was better, service matters. I'd encourage the owners to think about how they treat people and how they would like to be treated as a customer when the business was at fault. Disgusting. There were mushrooms sent to a kid with an allergy when it was clearly noted on the order to leave them off, there was a hair in the pizza. I would encourage the owner to take a class in customer service and learn to do what is right instead of being rude and snarky.“

“Lovely atmosphere with water views and alfresco dining available. Tasty, fresh in house make focaccia was served before the meal. My house salad was included with my delicious lasagna and or red wine was a generous pour. Excellent quality all around.“

“Great place for date night.“

“Very good 🍕 pizza Mart west Seattle“

“Waiter forgot to put in one persons order but there was enough food without it“