14 Best Italian Restaurants in Kirkland

“Food is always amazing and the owners are there and so gracious. Can be quite loud and seems like every table is celebrating a birthday, so by the 3rd or 4th singing of happy bday it gets slightly annoying. Other than that it's terrific“

“My girls took me to Cafe Veloce for my birthday and it was amazing! Service was great and the food was superb. I had the Dungeons pasta, yummy!!! It was my first time dinning at Cafe Veloce and will not be my last. Highly recommended.“

“I don’t usually eat Italian out because I feel I do a good job at home. This place is way better than I can do. The menu/ordering process is a little challenging to figure out but worth the challenge. We’ve been twice and both times excellent. The salads are great, house made mozzarella with these sweet tomatoes and a balsamic reduction - so good! Tonight I had the gluten free pasta with mushrooms and white truffle oil, fried tofu, homemade sausage and ghost pepper oil. It was so freaking good! The atmosphere is fun as well, open, vibrant colors and Italian pop music. Welcome addition to Totem Lake.“

“Café Juanita delivers one of those rare dining experiences that feels both elevated and deeply comforting at the same time. The atmosphere is amazing—cozy and intimate, yet still refined and a little fancy without ever tipping into pretentiousness. It’s exactly the kind of warm, modern elegance that fits the Pacific Northwest so well.

From the moment you walk in, the staff sets the tone. They’re incredibly welcoming and genuinely enthusiastic about the food, taking the time to explain each dish with care and clarity. It makes the entire meal feel like a guided culinary journey rather than just dinner.

We chose the set menu, and it was exceptional from the very first bite all the way through dessert. Standouts for me included the caviar small bite—yogurt tucked inside a delicate curled crisp that somehow managed to be both subtle and explosive in flavor. The beef carpaccio on a crispy cracker was another highlight, perfectly balanced and beautifully textured. And the seafood medley? Absolutely unforgettable. Every bite felt intentional, layered, and crafted to surprise you.

If I had to call out a downside, it’s the parking. Ugh. It’s definitely not the easiest. Plan to find street parking or use one of the nearby retail lots where you’ll likely need to pay.

Overall, Café Juanita is worth every moment and every bite. A truly special dining experience that lingers long after you leave.“

“Amazing food and staff!!!!“

“Wonderful Italian restaurant. a Kirkland neighborhood treasure.“

“Been to many Italian restaurants being Italian living in Australia and to being at Ristorante Paradiso in Kirkland Washington Seattle was the best Italian restaurant I have ever been to. Service was outstanding and had the best white wine I have ever had in my life a memorable experience“

“Great restaurant for the whole family! We visited on a weekday and there was plenty of seating available inside, which made it easy to get a table right away. The atmosphere was welcoming, the staff was attentive, and the food came out quickly. A nice spot to enjoy a relaxed meal together.“

“Our team of 8 booked a reservation for our holiday celebration. They seated us in a semi-private room (just the 8 of us!) and it was perfect for our needs. We ordered about 4 appetizers for the table, as well as beverages and meals for each. The oysters and toast with chevre and figs were my favorite. The aioli for dipping french fries was so good! I personally had the mushroom pasta with veggies added - it wasn't too heavy and had the perfect amount of sauce to noodle ratio. My spouse had the burger and it was perfectly cooked - we ended up taking half of it home. We were all too full for desserts, but the menu looked great!“

“Hands down one of the best pizzas I've ever had in my life and it all begins with the dough. #lightsout“

“Went for New Years Eve dinner and it was an outstanding experience. The lobster ravioli were amazing and the halibut served over seasoned lentils and tomatoes was perfectly cooked. And the service was top notch. Definitely a wonderful evening!“

“grate pizza and the baklava with ice cream was awesome“

“Tutta Bella is by far the best pizza place on wallingfor area. The quality of the ingredients are just superior. If you are looking for place to eat a really good pizza, please do a favor to yourself and eat here. My favorite kind is the “Leonardo” with additional of prosciutto. Love it.“

“Amante pizza and pasta was pretty great! Walked in on a Saturday evening, and got my order fairly quickly. Service was quick, the staff was super friendly and attentive to customers. They sell pizza by the slice too which was a great option! Got some halloween deals going on right now. Will be coming back for more ☺️“