"Rimini is a self-proclaimed “true old-school Italian experience” located in Kirkland. And they appear to have the trappings of one, including live music from a musician named Tony La Stella, black and white family photos on the wall, and tons of pasta dishes. The menu also includes something called a “pasta cone”—basically, pasta served in a paper cone you can eat on the go while strolling the Kirkland waterfront. We tried Rimini Restaurant and added it to the Hit List. Read our thoughts here." - kayla sager riley, aimee rizzo, gabe guarente