15 Best Italian Restaurants near Tumwater

“Steak night on Wednesday is a good value and the steaks are usually tender and well seasoned. The other food items, like salads, vegetables, baked potatoes, and appetizers are usually very good.

The servers are generally attentive and friendly.

I struggle with the atmosphere virtually every time we visit. It's usually quite loud with mainstream sporting events and jukebox music cranked up but not enough to drown-out those who have had too much to drink and whose vocabulary is limited to an unending flood of f-bombs and other profanity.

Meanwhile, the Brick also offers a rewards and loyalty program.“

“Friendly wait staff.. good salad and pizza.. Timely on order taking as well.. Saturday afternoon!“

“My husband wanted to surprise me with date night and decided to take me to Olive Garden since I've never eaten here before. I was excited and nervous to try it since I've heard very mixed reviews from a lot of people, but I left feeling quite satisfied with what we ordered and the amazing service.

For an early evening dinner on a Friday night, the wait was non-existent to our surprise and we were seated immediately. We were getting a little worried though because after being seated, we were waiting at our table for about 5-10 minutes without anyone acknowledging us. Thankfully, after flagging down someone and getting momentarily helped by a different waiter, our own waiter, Jonathan, showed up and apologized for the wait. Jonathan's demeanor, professionalism, cheerful attitude and humor saved the experience from going downhill.

My husband and I ordered some drinks (which were amazing!), and calamari to share which was crispy and flavorful while paired with the 2 dipping sauces it came with. The restaurant had a special going on in which we could order soup or salad and pasta of our choice as much as we wanted. My husband ordered the Zuppa Toscana soup and created his pasta to have Italian sausage, five cheese marinara and angel hair. I ordered the Chicken & Gnocchi soup with fettuccine alfredo and crispy chicken. Everything was so good, the portions were decent and all the food had incredible flavor. The breadsticks were fresh and so fluffy; we enjoyed dipping them in our soups.

We loved that with this deal they send you home with a pasta to go, so we both customized another pasta each and also ordered dessert to go (we got the Pumpkin Cookie Butter Cheesecake and Black Tie Mousse Cake which were both so good!).

Overall, we both very much enjoyed our time at Olive Garden and were very happy to have Jonathan as our waiter; it's not often we get outstanding service from a waiter so this was one to remember! We've love to return in the future, and hopefully we can get Jonathan as our waiter again!“

“Great food, great service and the bread pudding was fabulous.“

“😃“The Mark restaurant is like a vacation; it transports you, and it becomes a lot more than just about the food“

“late night and starving, both me and my mom were in pain. Food was tasty, would recommend it. Cannolini was great, if thats how it's spelled. I had the spinach cheeese ravioli. Soft and not overdone in flavors, very nice.

Waitress was super sweet and cheery even at the late hour. Did great. Answered questons happily.

Not too loud but not silent place, the music was great, and overall seemed like a clean and good place to eat. Would go again.“

“Fresh ingredients, friendly staff. Amazing food with attention to detail and presentation. 😁Next best thing to being in Italy.“

“I was very nervous about moving to Washington due to very large difference in food, but Casa Mia restored that. It was my first Italian restaurant inside Washington and I was not disappointed one bit. There's a reason it's an award winning restaurant.

Service was fast and servers were very friendly, amazing pizza and other authentic italian food, very nice mood to the restaurant as well.

10/10 Consider me a regular now“

“Pellegrino's catered our wedding in September and they did such a great job! The yummy food we know & love with very nice, professional staff. They were able to accommodate myself (the bride) and several guests who are gluten free which was a really big deal for us. I will keep them in mind for future events no question“

“The food was phenomenal and the service exemplary. Alex was very attentive and a great server. The entire staff was very welcoming. I highly recommend Gardner’s.“

“Just got back from dinner here. I honestly don't remember the last time I wrote a review for a restaurant. If you are looking for a great restaurant in Olympia for Pizza or other Italian fare, give this place a try. Kyle was our server and he deserves all the accolades in the world for taking care of our table of 7 tonight. Great place and an amazing outing!“

“Meconi's is my go to. Me and my brother would eat there everyday. My Italian Sandwich was bussin!!!! The food is absolutely delicious. I give Meconis a solid 10/10. I would recommend this restaurant to all. If you haven't gotten a Meconi then you're LACKIN.... Get in there and get you a Meconi ASAP! These Sandwiches are the bomb.com.... Im gonna be eating here on my death bed lol. Anyway if you ha ent tried Meconis, you need too... If your in Thurston county you can Get You A Meconi at Lacey, Olympia, Tumwater...“

“I enjoy Meconi's subs because the service is fairly quick, the restaurant is clean, and the have the friendliest people.

The Meconi's in Olympia is my favorite! Marie has mastered my order and her co-conspiritors in great service have made the last few visits special.“

“I order the Italian cold sub and the Chicken Philly. The staff was AMAZING. I forgot a sandwich and came back an hour later to pick up and they made me a fresh one! The subs themselves are TO DIE FOR. Super fresh not soggy at all. My praises go out to them!“

“LOVE THIS PLACE....Great pizza, great service!!!! love that this place says Merry Christmas and has it displayed....LIKE IT SHOULD BE!!!!“