We recently got married and had a brunch wedding—leaving our wedding dinner plans open. We decided to go to Il Nido for our first dinner as a married couple and what a wonderful decision it was! We were so warmly welcomed, treated to complimentary bubbles, had the kindest people serving us and all of the food was delicious. This will now be our anniversary tradition. Thank you, Il Nido!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ramble Onward
Excellent modern Italian in charming house with roaring fireplace and fantastic cocktails. One of the best restaurants in Seattle, and the staff are always accommodating and friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu with Seasonal Berries
Mitch Fanning
Unbelievable food, they keep the menu very seasonal. This whole team from the front of house to the kitchen is clearly extremely passionate about what they do and it shows in the food and experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mike Liu
Solid food for a special occasion. Service was great and attentive. Items came out in courses.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Kristie Tevebaugh
This place is divine! The service was attentive and thoughtful we had just gotten back from Italy not long before dining here and it was like we were back in Italy! The pasta was light and fresh and everything was truly delicious. It was such a lovely experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wen Hao Lung
My wife and I just ate here the second time this week. This isn’t something we ever do, but the food and the experience at Il Nido is so satisfying and delicious we just had to come back. The burrata, prosciutto, salami, focaccia, and the cheesecake really stand out but honestly everything else is delicious. This place is 5 stars all on its own, but getting to enjoy Alki before/after a meal at Il Nido deserves an extra star.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Foccacia, Pistachio Cheesecake, Prosciutto E Burrata
We enjoyed a tremendous dining experience here last night... We've visited this restaurant a variety of times and we usually always enjoy. Most every time we choose to sit at the bar with a view of the partial open kitchen, great people behind the bar and great conversation. This visit was special in that the meal was extra spectacular this time!! It began with a season burrata dish that was beyond excellent. BEST burrata dish we have ever had. Seriously. Added to that was the seasonal cherry focacia which allowed us to sop up the amazing sauce left in the dish... On to the Lobster mushroom and corn handmade pasta dish... the balance of flavors was beautiful and savored every bite... so so good!! We were going to next tey the seasonal special pasta dish but last moment changed our mind to the Saratoga Cut Ribeye on a bed of greens with a tomato vinegar... Wow! This cut of beef is from a small farm outside of Wenatchee in eastern Washington and it was delectable. Melt in your mouth, beautiful outside char... We loved it so much! Can't believe we haven't tried the beef here before. We finished our dining evening by sharing a glass of grappa... try the Cleopatra Grappa... its delish! The staff is always so friendly. We always enjoy chatting with them and getting their recommendations on the food and wine... We truly appreciate the from scratch menu, handmade pastas and sauces and more.... We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 hours of food bliss... thank you so much!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Foccacia
Leo Ward
Excitedly anticipated yet still had expectations surpassed. The food was so good we forgot to be annoying and take pics. We cannot wait to return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Panna Cotta
Janice Rhee
Intimate Italian restaurant that is worth visiting. The food is super fresh and high quality. We ordered the ditalini con pesto pasta and a Gorgonzola pasta special of the night. We also started with the burrata which was absolutely delightful (my favourite of the night). We ended our dinner with a pistachio cheesecake which was also good (mild pistachio flavour). It’s a great dinner spot with attentive service near Alki beach.
What a lovely location to enjoy a top notch meal! First time eating here and they knocked it out of the park. Great knowledgeable service. Wonderful food and house made pastas. Pistachio cheesecake was the best I’ve ever eaten. Do yourself a favor and check it out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lucy Quick
This is a great restaurant! The food was so good - the focaccia and the tagliatelle really stood out! Good size portions, normal prices for quality food. The cocktails were also great and the service was perfect. The only thing that could have been improved was that we weren’t in the main restaurant but in the lean to outside, which didn’t have any atmosphere, was a little chilly and also very bad aucoustics - if you have a loud table in there it’s all you’re going to hear! I highly recommend you go here. I also highly recommend when reserving you ask for a table inside the main restaurant!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jesse N
Love this place. Owner and hostess are both so nice and go out of their way to make you feel special. Staff is amazing. Love the place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Doug Holman
Lovely spot.. great and creative food…top notch service. Still a bit too pricey for anything but special occasions
Been wanting to watch here for months after hearing about it through various sources and wow did it live up to the hype!
The food runner greeted us immediately, before the lovely maître d’ (or in this case maggiordomo) had us greeted and sat in minutes after setting the table.
Shorter menu which I always appreciate, both in cocktails and food. Usually a sign of a restaurant that knows what they do well and executes.
My wife had the sbagliato, which was all the rage a year ago, and enjoyed it even though it’s not her typical flavor profile.
I had “their” Negroni which included punt e mes as their twist. Wonderful to feel like I’m not just making one at home and rounds the drink off nicely for those who find it a touch intense regularly.
Food was 10/10. Stuck to Italian dishes:
Trotto di Chianti (?) was almost like a confit/rillette pork shoulder with mayocoba beans, served with bright giardiniera and toast slices.
Gnocchi with Meyer lemon butter and Parmesan. Simple and delicious with your expected chewy tenderness. (Wife’s favorite)
Charred snap peas with hazelnut, goat cheese/chili sauce. Later in the season but since spring has my favorite vegetables we had to order this and it was still as fresh as any I’ve had in April. Didn’t get much char but it was phenomenal so no worries there.
The special, creste di gallo with bread crumbs and garlic scrapes. I missed the exact description but I don’t mind because this was my favorite. Pasta cooked to perfection and the slightly more savory nature complimented our other dishes perfectly; allowing it to feel like a true entree. No idea what the “sauce” was but it was balanced and clung to well to the versatile pasta shape.
Wife had the berry and lemon forward panna cotta, a wonderful and light dessert. I had an espresso with lemon peel and one other thing which bears a story.
I saw the amoro dell’ Etna 120th anniversary riserva amaro on the digestif menu and was very interested and began to google it while conversing with my wife. One of the owners, Cameron, overheard me and brought me a snifter with a taste and the bottle. This is what separates great restaurants from good in my opinion. Little things like that make an experience and only occur when you have a full team of KNOWLEDGABLE people who care. He was also able to tell me more about the wine that I had ordered which was wonderful.
I’ve eaten at single Michelin restaurants that didn’t match Il Nidos service.
Our server was excellent and mentioned specials, was just the right amount of attentive, and spoke with Italian pronunciation I could barely comprehend in the best way.
The food runner was lively and described each dish for us, as well as crumbed the table between courses.
The maggiordomo was sweet, energetic, timely, and skilled. She made a point to remember our names, made sure I had a bag for my wine, and was in total control of the front of the restaurant.
The second I stood up a server unrelated to our section instantly recognized it and not only directed me, but walked to the restrooms to show me. *this is Michelin level*
And the story of Cameron which I already told, but clearly the people in charge here know what they’re doing and can deliver an elite tier service without a hint of stuffiness.
Sorry for the essay, but this is our favorite meal in Seattle so far and we can’t wait to return.
We recently got married and had a brunch wedding—leaving our wedding dinner plans open. We decided to go to Il Nido for our first dinner as a married couple and what a wonderful decision it was! We were so warmly welcomed, treated to complimentary bubbles, had the kindest people serving us and all of the food was delicious. This will now be our anniversary tradition. Thank you, Il Nido!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent modern Italian in charming house with roaring fireplace and fantastic cocktails. One of the best restaurants in Seattle, and the staff are always accommodating and friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu with Seasonal Berries
Unbelievable food, they keep the menu very seasonal. This whole team from the front of house to the kitchen is clearly extremely passionate about what they do and it shows in the food and experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Solid food for a special occasion. Service was great and attentive. Items came out in courses.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
This place is divine! The service was attentive and thoughtful we had just gotten back from Italy not long before dining here and it was like we were back in Italy! The pasta was light and fresh and everything was truly delicious. It was such a lovely experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My wife and I just ate here the second time this week. This isn’t something we ever do, but the food and the experience at Il Nido is so satisfying and delicious we just had to come back. The burrata, prosciutto, salami, focaccia, and the cheesecake really stand out but honestly everything else is delicious. This place is 5 stars all on its own, but getting to enjoy Alki before/after a meal at Il Nido deserves an extra star.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Foccacia, Pistachio Cheesecake, Prosciutto E Burrata
Everything was perfect!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Foccacia, Pistachio Cheesecake
We enjoyed a tremendous dining experience here last night... We've visited this restaurant a variety of times and we usually always enjoy. Most every time we choose to sit at the bar with a view of the partial open kitchen, great people behind the bar and great conversation. This visit was special in that the meal was extra spectacular this time!! It began with a season burrata dish that was beyond excellent. BEST burrata dish we have ever had. Seriously. Added to that was the seasonal cherry focacia which allowed us to sop up the amazing sauce left in the dish... On to the Lobster mushroom and corn handmade pasta dish... the balance of flavors was beautiful and savored every bite... so so good!! We were going to next tey the seasonal special pasta dish but last moment changed our mind to the Saratoga Cut Ribeye on a bed of greens with a tomato vinegar... Wow! This cut of beef is from a small farm outside of Wenatchee in eastern Washington and it was delectable. Melt in your mouth, beautiful outside char... We loved it so much! Can't believe we haven't tried the beef here before.
We finished our dining evening by sharing a glass of grappa... try the Cleopatra Grappa... its delish!
The staff is always so friendly. We always enjoy chatting with them and getting their recommendations on the food and wine...
We truly appreciate the from scratch menu, handmade pastas and sauces and more....
We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 hours of food bliss... thank you so much!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Foccacia
Excitedly anticipated yet still had expectations surpassed. The food was so good we forgot to be annoying and take pics. We cannot wait to return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Panna Cotta
Intimate Italian restaurant that is worth visiting. The food is super fresh and high quality. We ordered the ditalini con pesto pasta and a Gorgonzola pasta special of the night. We also started with the burrata which was absolutely delightful (my favourite of the night). We ended our dinner with a pistachio cheesecake which was also good (mild pistachio flavour). It’s a great dinner spot with attentive service near Alki beach.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
What a lovely location to enjoy a top notch meal! First time eating here and they knocked it out of the park. Great knowledgeable service. Wonderful food and house made pastas. Pistachio cheesecake was the best I’ve ever eaten. Do yourself a favor and check it out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a great restaurant! The food was so good - the focaccia and the tagliatelle really stood out! Good size portions, normal prices for quality food. The cocktails were also great and the service was perfect. The only thing that could have been improved was that we weren’t in the main restaurant but in the lean to outside, which didn’t have any atmosphere, was a little chilly and also very bad aucoustics - if you have a loud table in there it’s all you’re going to hear! I highly recommend you go here. I also highly recommend when reserving you ask for a table inside the main restaurant!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this place. Owner and hostess are both so nice and go out of their way to make you feel special. Staff is amazing. Love the place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lovely spot.. great and creative food…top notch service.
Still a bit too pricey for anything but special occasions
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Polenta, Foccacia, Rye Girasoli Charred Spring Onion Almond Pesto, Chocolate Torte
Been wanting to watch here for months after hearing about it through various sources and wow did it live up to the hype!
The food runner greeted us immediately, before the lovely maître d’ (or in this case maggiordomo) had us greeted and sat in minutes after setting the table.
Shorter menu which I always appreciate, both in cocktails and food. Usually a sign of a restaurant that knows what they do well and executes.
My wife had the sbagliato, which was all the rage a year ago, and enjoyed it even though it’s not her typical flavor profile.
I had “their” Negroni which included punt e mes as their twist. Wonderful to feel like I’m not just making one at home and rounds the drink off nicely for those who find it a touch intense regularly.
Food was 10/10. Stuck to Italian dishes:
Trotto di Chianti (?) was almost like a confit/rillette pork shoulder with mayocoba beans, served with bright giardiniera and toast slices.
Gnocchi with Meyer lemon butter and Parmesan. Simple and delicious with your expected chewy tenderness. (Wife’s favorite)
Charred snap peas with hazelnut, goat cheese/chili sauce. Later in the season but since spring has my favorite vegetables we had to order this and it was still as fresh as any I’ve had in April. Didn’t get much char but it was phenomenal so no worries there.
The special, creste di gallo with bread crumbs and garlic scrapes. I missed the exact description but I don’t mind because this was my favorite. Pasta cooked to perfection and the slightly more savory nature complimented our other dishes perfectly; allowing it to feel like a true entree. No idea what the “sauce” was but it was balanced and clung to well to the versatile pasta shape.
Wife had the berry and lemon forward panna cotta, a wonderful and light dessert. I had an espresso with lemon peel and one other thing which bears a story.
I saw the amoro dell’ Etna 120th anniversary riserva amaro on the digestif menu and was very interested and began to google it while conversing with my wife. One of the owners, Cameron, overheard me and brought me a snifter with a taste and the bottle. This is what separates great restaurants from good in my opinion. Little things like that make an experience and only occur when you have a full team of KNOWLEDGABLE people who care. He was also able to tell me more about the wine that I had ordered which was wonderful.
I’ve eaten at single Michelin restaurants that didn’t match Il Nidos service.
Our server was excellent and mentioned specials, was just the right amount of attentive, and spoke with Italian pronunciation I could barely comprehend in the best way.
The food runner was lively and described each dish for us, as well as crumbed the table between courses.
The maggiordomo was sweet, energetic, timely, and skilled. She made a point to remember our names, made sure I had a bag for my wine, and was in total control of the front of the restaurant.
The second I stood up a server unrelated to our section instantly recognized it and not only directed me, but walked to the restrooms to show me. *this is Michelin level*
And the story of Cameron which I already told, but clearly the people in charge here know what they’re doing and can deliver an elite tier service without a hint of stuffiness.
Sorry for the essay, but this is our favorite meal in Seattle so far and we can’t wait to return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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