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Just up the hill from Point Defiance, this independently owned spot leans classic Italian—hand-rolled gnocchi, generous pastas, and a lively bar. Readers crowned it Best Italian in South Sound Magazine, reflecting strong local loyalty.
Handmade pastas, seafood, and cocktails in cozy setting
5101 N Pearl St, Ruston, WA 98407 Get directions
$30–50
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