50 Best Italian Restaurants near Renton

“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.“

“Everyone there is super nice and they have great food the cook and the waitresses are super friendly and the regulars that go in are also super friendly and will chat with you definitely recommend going there“

“Really nice early dinner with the Family. service was top notch as was the food. Gustoso.“

“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!“

“This is one of the most amazing locations Olive, Christian, & Zoi are beyond friendly. They are always smiling and bringing great energy. The store is clean. I can tell they take pride in their jobs. Love this location and the team.

9.16.25 update
I cannot add a new review. So big up to Mario and crew. I’ve been studying and starving. They really came through with the customer service and speed.“

“This is one of Seattle’s best Italian restaurants. You won’t be disappointed.“

“Great expresso martini! Try 2!“

“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“

“If you can snag a reservation here, do it — but honestly, even if you can’t, they hold a few tables each night for walk-ins, and it’s so worth the wait. The Pink Door is one of those rare places that’s somehow both trendy and timeless. Every corner feels thoughtfully curated — chic, eclectic, and a little bit artsy — and when the live music starts, it’s pure magic. We were lucky enough to be seated in the back dining room overlooking the Ferris wheel and the Salish Sea, and the view alone could’ve made the night. But then came the food — and wow. From the appetizers to the pappardelle pasta and rabbit (plus alllll the bread), everything was beyond delicious. Huge shoutout to our server, Jeannie, who was amazing — warm, attentive, and clearly loves what she does. We left already planning our next visit. This place is beautiful, delicious, and full of charm. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Our meal at Cinque Terre was amazing. That was seriously some of the best pesto I've ever had. My husband's boar pasta had plenty of meat in the sauce. The pasta was fresh. And they even had some good mocktails - as a non-drinker, I appreciate when a restaurant takes the time to create drinks that make me feel welcomed. The atmosphere was peaceful - not too loud in any way. I would absolutely recommend this place“

“ALL the food was delicious 😋“

“The food was amazing! We started with the garlic breadsticks and they were so good. Perfect amount of garlic and parmesan. Came with marinara and ranch. We then had the orecchiette pasta and the rigatoni bolognese. Both were so good! Neither were heavy. We ended with the lemon budino. It was a nice perfectly tart dessert to end the meal. The kids had the chocolate chip cookies and they were also great! There is a little salt sprinkle on top. The service was outstanding! We would definitely come back if we find ourselves in this area again!“

“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.“

“Another exceptional dinner at Tulio’s on 12/3/25! I live about an hour south of Seattle but I always come here for my birthday dinner which I’ve been doing at least for the past decade. The gnocchi is amazing and we each had the black cod, the best I’ve ever had. Amazingly, for the past few years we’ve gotten the same server - Chris P. He ensured that our experience was very special, from his recommendations to the candle in my gelato! Thanks Chris!“

“La Fontana Siciliana: Belltown's Authentic Sicilian Gem Check my IG lawyer.traveler.dreamer for more pictures and videos of our dining experience. La Fontana Siciliana is a Belltown restaurant offering genuine Sicilian cuisine in a welcoming setting. This Italian eatery is perfect for intimate dinners or larger gatherings, including potential venues for small weddings or family celebrations. We enjoyed a recent meal there and had the pleasure of meeting Rodrigo, the owner who took over two and a half years ago. His passion for Sicilian food is evident in every dish. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating, creating a versatile atmosphere. Our meal began with the flavorful melanzane a la parmigiana and a refreshing spinach soup. For our main course, we savored the tortellini cefalu, fettuccine ai funghi, and fettuccine al pesto, all cooked with high-quality ingredient were extremely delicious. The portions were generous, leaving us satisfied but not overly full. To finish, we indulged in the house-made tiramisu and limoncello panna cotta. The tiramisu was a particular standout, beautifully presented in a way that felt almost like a birthday surprise (and they didn’t know mine was just a few days away!). La Fontana Siciliana is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Sicilian food in Seattle. Its inviting atmosphere, delicious food, and friendly service make it a Belltown favorite. We will definitely go back! 🤩“

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

“Great food and the tasting menu was able to accommodate our tastes while still being interesting“

“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.“

“This may be my new favorite Italian restaurant! Came here on a whim and was so impressed. The food was perfect. We got the lasagna and the steak and I can’t decide which was better. Best lasagna I have ever tried, the steak was cooked to perfection. Our server April was so warm and kind! She made our experience that much better. We will be coming here every time I’m craving Italian. Highly recommend for anyone who wants the most authentic tasting Italian food ever!“

“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 was by far the most delicious and incredible Italian food I’ve had in my life. The service was impeccable. I truly felt like a queen, and my daughter and I were treated like absolute royalty from the moment we walked in.
A huge shoutout to our amazing server, Christina, who delivered not only phenomenal food, but a surreal customer experience. She was attentive, knew all the specials by heart, and was genuinely warm and pleasant throughout the night.
I’ll definitely be returning to this outstanding restaurant to celebrate more anniversaries and milestones, just like I did tonight. The view is stunning, the atmosphere is beautiful, and the customer service is unmatched.
Five stars all around. If you want authentic, mouth-watering Italian cuisine paired with exceptional service, look no further than Verrazano’s. 💯“

“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!“

“visited the Eve of April 2, 2021: Our server was delightful she was warm and offered suggestive drink psirings that were spot on for what we were looking for to compliment our food. The food was absolutely delicious, and the environment very inviting. The whole evening was a lovely experience. I will definitely be back.“

“We started with the burrata which was delicious. The version we had was served with roasted stone fruit, prosciutto, and a yummy pesto. We had the Caesar salad which had crispy lettuce and a nice dressing. Basic Caesar, but good. We had 2 pasta dishes. Mafaldine al limone. The pasta was clearly house made. It was perfectly cooked and nice and light and thin. The dish was not too heavy and the brightness of the lemon balanced the richness of the pecorino and egg. We also had the gemelli with bisket Genovase and it was equally good. We had no room for dessert. We weren't sure about the wine offerings so we brought a bottle. The corkage fee of $30 was in the standard/reasonable range. Our waitress was friendly and perfectly attentive. We would definitely recommend!“

“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.“

“great place let's try next time“

“Although the menu seems like that of any other Italian restaurant, Assagio is anything but. There were 5 of us and everyone loved their food. Alessandro was a terrific server and helped make it a great experience. We'll definitely be back!“

“An excellent place to celebrate! My husband took me here as a surprise for my birthday and it did not disappoint. Matthew was an excellent server-prompt, knowledgeable and polite. The food was fantastic, the drinks phenomenal and they really know how to make birthdays special without being over the top about it. We will be back and requesting Matthew as a server soon! Cannot recommend this place enough!“

“Amazing food, wonderful service, and truly dog-friendly! La Vita E’ Bella is an absolute gem. The food was outstanding — fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with love.“

“Food and service was amazing. Highly recommend“

“Absolutely fantastic food. And the service was world Class. Meghan A. is fantastic and made the food adventure outstanding.“

“We absolutely loved our experience at Limoncello Belltown. We will definitely be back! Tip: Don't skip the affogato! Make sure to check out my Instagram @lawyer.traveler.dreamer for more videos of our dinner at Limoncello.“

“The hype is fully justified on this one! I ordered the five cheese plate. I only knew I wanted the aged gouda and let my server pick the other four. All five were outstanding, as was the spiced fig jam. The focaccia bread was incredible, but so filling I couldn’t finish my cheeses, so I boxed them up for my hotel fridge.

To the staff’s credit, I was one of the only customers right when they opened, and they were working overtime filling my water! I had been walking around town for hours and was worried about getting kidney stones from the cheese overload. I cannot say enough kind words about both the staff and the food! I came to Seattle to knock things off my bucket list, but they really made me want to go back, so I probably will. I really loved the view from the dining room. Seattle at its finest.“

“Amazing experience! Just wonderful and everything so yummy and I presented perfectly!“

“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!“

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

“Try the pepperoni rolls!!“

“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.“

“Wonderful food and wine .“

“Great service by our waitress!“

“What’s not to love? Andiamo has an inviting atmosphere, delicious food, and incredible service! The experience isn’t just one thing, it’s all the things delectably wrapped up in one beautiful meal served by welcoming people. You can tell love and hard work has been poured into this business as it’s reflected in everything that you get back.“

“Wonderful experience dining here for my birthday. We started with a couple non-alcoholic drinks and a burrito appetizer, both of which were lovely. For the main course, I had Nonna's pappardelle, with handmade pasta, a rich ragu, and a touch of lemon to brighten it all up. It was fantastic, really highlighting each aspect of the dish. And for dessert, I had Nonna's Cake (apparently Nonna knows what she's doing). It was also really lovely, with a ton of flavoral and textural contrast, and not too sweet but very satisfying. Note that the dessert was not complimentary, but the staff did add some candles!

They offer handmade gluten-free pasta for most of their dishes as well, and it's very tasty! Main allergens are listed on the menu.

The service was friendly but was a bit slow for a quiet Monday night.

Overall, delicious food with very few complaints!“

“Food was delicious and service was spot on! 🍷 was good too!“

“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.“

“DELICIOUS! The sandwiches are very filling and have quality ingredients. The house garlic and herb spread is amazing. In regards specifically the cuban- while not exactly like the ones from Florida, it was still fire. The shop itself was also very cute.“

“Delicious food!! Service was great!!“

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

“My partner and I found Darkalino's when searching for best meatballs in Seattle, and they did not disappoint! Everything here is excellent, the focaccia with the disco sauce, the pastas, and the salads, etc. The staff is awesome and it's in a great location near the stadiums so you can get some quality food before a game. We love this spot so much that we had our wedding dinner of 8 here! Jamie and her team was exceptional - extremely responsive and communicative, helped with sourcing flowers for the table, workied with us on the menu, etc. Cannot recommend Darkalino's enough!“

“The food was so amazing n taste so good“

“Everything was wonderful. The service was excellent from start to finish. Our server was friendly, energetic, and very attentive to our daughters. The menu is great, with so many good options that it was hard to choose. The restaurant was clean and had a very pleasant atmosphere. I highly recommend it.“