Assaggio Ristorante

Italian restaurant · Belltown

Assaggio Ristorante

Italian restaurant · Belltown
2010 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121

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Handmade pastas, veal dishes, and Renaissance murals  

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2010 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 Get directions

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2010 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121 Get directions

+1 206 441 1399
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Lauren Kaufman

Google
This is my absolute favorite Italian spot in Seattle. It’s incredibly authentic and has that classic East Coast Italian feel. While it leans more toward fine dining, it’s the perfect place for a date night. The staff is amazing, they don’t even write down your order, yet they remember which I always think is such a fun touch. The food is outstanding. The gnocchi and vodka sauce are my personal favorites, but the servers always have great recommendations if you’re unsure. Definitely make a reservation because they fill up fast, and the tables are pretty close together, so be prepared for a lively atmosphere. One of the best things about Asiago is the off-menu pasta sampler, where you can pick three different pastas for your meal. I get it every time, it’s the best way to try a little of everything, and the portions are generous. Easily the best bang for your buck. Highly recommend!

Shane M

Google
Hands down the best tasting Italian Ristorante I have had the pleasure of sampling in this country. Sandra provided amazing service and had so much enthusiasm about the place. Gemelli, Chicken Parm, Clam Risotto. The flavor of every dish was there on every bite. Stayed next door at the Warwick hotel and thankfully found this Gem. Service was second to none.

Riley Marty

Google
Came in for a dinner for two on a Saturday night made a reservation beforehand, which was good because sounds like the wait was 1+ hour. The tables were close together and a little loud for us but the restaurant was very cute inside! The food was amazing and our waiter was great, even moving us to a table that was a little quieter.

Tomás Miranda

Google
A lovely dinner with friends. There's no way we can say no to an Italian restaurant. Whether in Europe or in the USA, it's always a smart choice: the food, the staff or even the restaurant itself, we know we are going to have a wonderful time. Although we were in Seattle for a business trip, this restaurant filled the right gaps we were missing from home. The Gnocchis are unbelievably good and the staff are really polite and professional. Thank you!

Wei Huang

Google
We had to wait for a while to start ordering, but once we placed the order, the experience was good. The food was authentic and tasty, although a little on the salty side. Linguini con vongole was really good, as was ricotoni with sausage, the fried calamari was light and crispy.

Kandy

Google
AMAZING SERVICE AND FOOD! Hands down- BEST clams and linguine I've ever had. My only regret is not finding this place sooner. Try it, you won't regret it. NTM you can really tell the whole family is involved which is so super cool.

Vasilisa Sokolova

Google
This place is all about ‘granny’ food for me. It was warm and cozy. I would say, if you miss homemade food, this place is for you. I was impressed by how fresh everything was there, especially the mozzarella. :)

Mai Nguyen

Google
Best for pasta lovers!! And perfect panna cotta. I feel like this is a hidden gem, italian restaurant that gives very authentic taste. Plenty options and you can also go for a sample of 3 kinds pasta together. Highly rated and recommended, food are so good and I love their panna cotta the most among other desserts 💕 Small, warm and cozy decor, the restaurant are small and tables are very close to each other. It usually super busy on weekends night so it’d be better to make reservation in advance.
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Becky K.

Yelp
Cute boutique style Italian restaurant in downtown Seattle. The restaurant is next to the Hotel Andra. It has a cute patio for dining as well as cozy indoor seating. The decor has a old school style with some interesting artwork that is a nod to Davinci. They do have weekly chef specials. I had the seafood chefs special pasta. It was linguine with clams and mussels, salmon and prawns. It had a lobster cream sauce on top of it. It was one of the best seafood pastas I have ever had in my life. The salmon basically melted in your mouth. I ate every last bite. The menu does offer signature cocktails, as well as wine. It was definitely our favorite meal in Seattle.
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Rachel W.

Yelp
Went to see a show and since this place had good reviews we decided to try it. OH MY GOSH, it was so delicious!! We were sat at the bar, the service was really fast. The bartender was very kind and helpful in answering our questions. Both dishes we order were phenomenal, I got the Orecchiette and my friend ordered the ravioli in this delicious mushroom sauce. Will be returning most definitely, the restaurant has such a welcoming vibe and good service. I will note it would be smart to make reservations. I looked beforehand and there were many open "reservation spots" so we thought a walk in would be fine. However, they were almost full up an hour into being open and they kindly sat us at the bar.
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Lauren K.

Yelp
This is my absolute favorite Italian spot in Seattle. It's incredibly authentic and has that classic East Coast Italian feel. While it leans more toward fine dining, it's the perfect place for a date night. The staff is amazing, they don't even write down your order, yet they remember which I always think is such a fun touch. The food is outstanding. The gnocchi and vodka sauce are my personal favorites, but the servers always have great recommendations if you're unsure. Definitely make a reservation because they fill up fast, and the tables are pretty close together, so be prepared for a lively atmosphere. One of the best things about Asiago is the off-menu pasta sampler, where you can pick three different pastas for your meal. I get it every time, it's the best way to try a little of everything, and the portions are generous. Easily the best bang for your buck. Highly recommend!
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Beatrice W.

Yelp
I have dined here at least since 1995. Chef Mauro and his Work Family makes a priority to make Guest feel like they are being appreciated and valued and dining in his home. You leave satisfied, full and loved. When I think of how bad the traffic is around here has become, we make our way through it and I remind myself the joy of dining in such establishments that have a long standing in our community The ambiance is your oyster to discover Great for many milestones and events.
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Paul E.

Yelp
Very disappointed with my Pizza which was my first meal here. Tuscan wine was OK but the Margarita pizza I ordered was definately a bit over baked where the center of pizza was OK but the outer crust was over baked and too dry where it had the texture of a cracker. Definately not what I was expecting!
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Katy R.

Yelp
The food was great! All 3 of our meals were prepared well and hot when served. Water glasses were filled constantly, so attentive service too. Seated right away at dinner on a holiday weekend. Only complaint is the restaurant was warm. After a day of walking around it was uncomfortable to eat in a warm environment.
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Nancy G.

Yelp
Food: 3 stars. The pasta was handmade but my dish, carbonara was very salty and after 4 bites it kept getting worse. The bread and oil was fantastic Service: 5 stars - superb The waitstaff is friendly and attentive Ambiance: 4 stars very nice and romantic. I went with a coworker and felt uncomfortable because there were clearly only couples there.
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Janet T.

Yelp
A really nice experience. The food was amazing. Veal parm, pizza, and bread. The winner was actually the pizza, it was amazing.
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Dean M.

Yelp
Great atmosphere and always seems to be busy. For good reason. From the staff to the preparation of the food, every detail is on point. We went to celebrate a friend's birthday and this place has memories for us as we go each year. Bring your appetite as they have nice healthy portions!
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Karen S.

Yelp
Authentically Italian! We were greeted warmly and our server was available but not overly attentive. The chicken Parmesan was overcooked to my taste but the sauce was excellent. My husband had the lasagne which was excellent. We enjoyed the paintings on the ceiling and walls. Most guests were nicely dressed for dinner so we were surprised to see a few tables looking like they had just come from the beach.
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Katie S.

Yelp
We came here for Valentine's Day and left underwhelmed. Service was very slow, and when our server finally came around, he made comments on our order, saying he didn't like the wine we chose. It was off-putting. We ordered the bread service, rigatoni, gemelli, and ended with tiramisu. My boyfriend really liked his rigatoni, but my gemelli was quite salty...so much so that I couldn't finish it. While the bread service was nothing to write home about, the tiramisu was delish. The atmosphere is authentic with appropriate mood lighting. Tables are placed close together, though, so get ready to make friends with the nearby tables. We had previously come here for drinks in 2019, so we're excited to try the dining experience out, but all in all, it wasn't worth it.
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Casey J.

Yelp
10/10 experience at Assaggio in Seattle. I came here for a work trip and decided to treat myself to Italian tonight and after looking up reviews, I landed here. Immediately my server Sandra made me feel so welcome and seen. I'm not a large portion person, I love a side, and she could almost tell! She offered to get me half orders of a salad and a pasta so I could have a little of both! She recommended a white wine (and as a former bartender, she even asked what kind of body and taste I like- immediately a good sign she knows what she's talking about) and the wine was phenomenal. She also recommended the Penne Vodka which was insanely good. I sat outside and listened to the gentle rustle of the city, it was just so wonderful. The cherry on top of a great trip to Seattle. Definitely recommend this spot and ask for Sandra!
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Jan C.

Yelp
The place has a nice traditional Italian atmosphere although seating is a bit tight. Service was fine, but nothing special. Tramonta cocktail is a little too tart after being described by waiter as a sweet cocktail. I'm a Carpaccio fan, but theirs has a few too many conflicting flavors for me. For my main I chose the Pica Carbonara because I Love carbonara. It was good, but a bit salty and needed quite a bit of extra Parmesan and pepper.
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Ashwini N.

Yelp
Came here on a weeknight as part of our summer trip to Seattle. It's a really busy place so I would recommend reserving in advance. The first thing which I have to eat -is the basic - bread with olive oil and this place was spot on! The bread was warm and the olive oil dip was delicious with soft green olives and roasted garlic - are you drooling yet? We also got the bruschetta and then ordered a pepperoni pizza for the kids. They scarfed the whole thing down - and didn't leave the crust (like they usually do) My son's comment - this is the best pizza we've ever had! We had to let the owner know! :-) I ordered the pasta with Italian sausage, pine nuts, saffron creme and arugula - the portion size is quite large and I could only eat 1/4th of it...but boy was it good! My husband ordered the Penne with Vodka and it was really good. You can tell that this place is authentic.
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Ron B.

Yelp
A very nice place with excellent service. Our food was the Cesare Salad, Lasagna and Cinghiale Pappardelle. All very good and we enjoy the atmosphere of the restaurant. The salad was lacking in in a flavorful Caesar dressing but the Lasagna was excellent for the sauce and just the right amount of cheese, the Pappardelle wild boar was tender and great flavor as was the wide pasta. Outside of the salad there was no bread which should always be an accent to such great dishes. It's very good however and excellent service.
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Yvette H.

Yelp
The food is the only reason I'm giving a 4 star. The lasagna was amazing, as well as the calamari. My daughter had the carbonara and said it's one of the best she has ever had. The ambiance was of a vintage feel, very charming. Service could definitely improve, waiter was not friendly. I will say the male host was sweet and welcoming.
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S S.

Yelp
Family owned businesses. Great service,food,wine and desserts. I can't say enough about this place. Everything was amazing and the owner waited our table. Bravo!
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Sarah W.

Yelp
Charming Italian restaurant in downtown Seattle, a short walk away from Pike Place Market. Ornate interior but quite warm in the summer, so we opted for outdoor patio seating which was the perfect setting for our dinner. We made a reservation for a Tuesday night and were seated immediately, but it looked like walk-ins generally had minimal to no wait time too. Our servers were patient and attentive and the food was decent.
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Michelle Z.

Yelp
Went here with my family for dinner and we had a great time! Service is really good -- super friendly staff and knowledgeable about the menu. The ambiance is really cozy and decorated nicely with Renaissance paintings. We walked in on a Wed at 7pm and had no trouble getting a table for 4 right away. The menu ingredients are quite wine heavy which I found interesting. We ordered the 3 chef specials: the salmon, tortellini, and risotto. All were fantastic! The salmon was crispy on the edges and really tender on the inside. The side mashed potatoes had mango chunks in it which I thought was really interesting and a surprisingly delicious combination! Tortellini was a table favorite; it was cooked in a nice tomato sauce and the sausage was really flavorful. The risotto was packed with seafood and had a nice light sauce; it was almost like rice. I went to italy recently and all the flavors were on par with what I had abroad :) The only dish we didn't like was the mushroom ravioli, which had too strong of a wine flavor for us. We ordered the zeppole for dessert and it was pretty good as well -- texture was almost like a dense beignet, and it went well with the sweet mascarpone. Would definitely recommend this spot for a great Italian meal!

Drew Y.

Yelp
Food was fantastic. Wine, also great. Getting a shot of espresso after an amazing meal. Wow. If you're on the fence about visiting, just go eat and enjoy. Freakin yum. Awesome.

Cathy B.

Yelp
Pasta was good. Noise Leval awefull way too loud to hear a conversation. Bar next to table and very loud customers and staff or manager entertaining customers?Our waitress was great friendly and efficient. Hard to go back in that noisy loud atmosphere.
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Camryn S.

Yelp
Getting a reservation is a must!! We had a reservation for 6 and were able to sit down immediately. This is a small restaurant so planning ahead is a must. We got bread for the table, which is 6 dollars but definitely worth it. We got a few different dishes, I personally got the lasagna which was delicious. Drinks were also very good. We had something to do after and they got us the check quick. Expensive so expect to pay a bit, but on a special occasion definitely worth it.
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Dana B.

Yelp
I made a reservation on OpenTable, about a week before our visit and I'm so glad I did. When we arrived at 6pm on a Saturday night, the restaurant was packed (almost completely full) and the vibe was lively with lots of friends, families, and couples dining together. Upon entering the restaurant we were greeted by the host and given the option of a quieter table or a louder one, lol. We chose the louder one which was in the main dining room (located furthest from the bar) and it was definitely loud. The tables are small are close together providing an intimate dining experience but also preventing you from having a private conversation or ordering too much! We started with an order of the meatballs which comes with 3 medium to smallish meatballs, then we got the Cesar salad (hearty portions) and pasta, the carbonara (which was super salty) and the fusilli with Italian meatballs, which was incredible, easily the highlight of the meal! Service was kind and attentive (our waters were refilled consistently which we appreciate)! And the restaurant was located right next door to our hotel so it was super convenient. :)

Lisa M.

Yelp
My husband and I stopped in unannounced at 4 PM, but we were still graciously seated although they had a big dinner rush expected at 6 PM. Our server Chet help us decide between several courses, and recommended. I try half plates of pasta since both the ones I had chosen sounded so delicious. The cheese ravioli with wild mushrooms and Marcella cream sauce was so delicious, I actually mopped up the last of the sauce with extra fusilli from my Fuseli with sausage, saffron, peanut nuts, raisins and arugula. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his lasagna, and we shared a delicious piece of tiramisu. I highly recommend this restaurant for delicious food, wonderful service (Chet had them plate my two pastas in two separate bowls, so the sauces would remain separate) and lovely ambience.
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Alana N.

Yelp
Went in for Friday dinner. Cute place inside. Hope the service was a little friendlier and not too rush to take away our food while we were still eating. But i would come back for the risotto! The mushroom, perfectly cooked asparagus and creamy risotto was a win. But cold and not toasted bread was not.
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Nina B.

Yelp
Order the bread, carpaccio and carbanara pasta. Everything was so good. The inside decor is amazing, but also cozy. Very neighborhood Italian spot vibe. The only thing is our table was right next to the server POS station which makes it awkward.
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Monica C.

Yelp
10 out of 10! This is a must dinner night while in downtown Seattle! Deliciously unique drinks, savory food, wonderful atmosphere, and friendly staff make this place a hidden gem! Hopefully you'll have the pleasure of Alessandro's service!
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Annie D.

Yelp
Walking in Assaggio is like entering an Italian cafe, you immediately become family! Family owned for 30 years and it shows, owner Mauro came to our table and sat with us sharing about the history and love he has for the food. Service was above and beyond, Antonio met our every request with a smile and professionalism. The highlight for me was Mauro's daughter Francesca - she will be amazing when Assaggio is passed into her hands - the love in this eatery is in abundance!!

Peter D.

Yelp
I think about my experience at Assaggio Ristorante as the turning point in my life for the worse. We arrived and were seated and when our waiter (if you can call him that) CHET came to the table, we were not greeted but hastily given menus and a mumble about side pasta samples before CHET quickly ran away. There was no coordination, no finesse, and definitely no emotion. We then waited 25 minutes before anyone looked our way again. We then put in our orders and they came out in a reasonable time. But the fix was in, the meals were subpar and eklig (disgusting). The Pasta E Fagouli (Pasta and Beans) was thinner than a jail house supper. I had literally 22 beans (yes I counted) in a 16 DOLLAR SOUP. So when did I start paying like 65 cents a bean? Wild. It was so salty and genuinely inedible, but I still ate it. My family also received poor meals with a burnt and tasteless pizza to an extremely salty and wet carbonara. Chet came back once to hand us dessert menus, which we kindly declined and requested the check. Ambiance was okay, packed restaurant but okay scenery. Very mid. Best part: the kind people filling the water were quite attentive. Overall: save your money and go buy a salzberry steak microwave meal. You'll enjoy it more.
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Diana C.

Yelp
Food - all the food was excellent! I loved that they let me do a half order of two different pastas when I couldn't choose too! The bread and garlic olive oil and the mussels and clams were great too. We tried the YOLO and the It's About Time. Both of those were really good too and I didn't have a single complaint or critique on any of the food. Very tasty! Service - it was impeccable. Our water glasses were never empty. Our plates were bussed very quickly. The server checked in and made great recommendations without bothering at all. He also suggested the half and half option! Ambiance - this place is cozy and romantic. It's a cute spot for a date and feels pretty intimate and nicely decorated without feeling over the top. I'd definitely come back here for date night! Or really just to eat more pasta with friends or by myself lol.
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Gaurav B.

Yelp
Had a great experience at the bar. Do ask for the secret menu, the bar tender made our Valentine's Day date special by making off menu cocktails. The saffron pasta is different and worth trying for sure.
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M H.

Yelp
Went here for an impromptu dinner date. Cute ambiance, food is delicious and service was excellent.
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Lane Y.

Yelp
I was so impressed by this place. The food was sooo good. Best I've had. Service was amazing. Talked with the owners Daughter Francesca and had a wonderful conversation with her. Loved the family owned feel with the best quality. Would definitely come back when I'm in town
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Jailene C.

Yelp
Went here with my boyfriend for our anniversary, honestly it waa very mediocre at best. We had a reservation, came in and sat down and it was pretty packed in there. We were surrounded by someone all around us, so we could hear everyone's conversation around us. As for privacy, ehh, and it's fairly loud in there too but kinda dimly lit. Service was friendly but it is very fast pace in here from the moment you sit down, once you leave they are turning your table in minutes and onto the next. I feel sometimes you get sloppy when being so quick. Example being, they are QUICK to refill your water constantly, however sloppy at times. The last refill we got they overpoured and got water all over my boyfriend's phone and didn't notice, which whatever but like pay more attention. Food comes out fairly quick, but the food was not great, especially for the prices. We ordered bread ($6), vodka pasta (28), orecchiette (28), literally only the vodka pasta was good. Not good enough for nearly $30 though when that's the only good thing from the meal. The bread wasn't hot, not even warm, super tasteless and kinda stale. The truffle pasta, really bland and definitely not cooked right either, some noodles were overcooked. Definitely not a place I'd come back to, food was nothing special and service ehh, super rushed. Overhyped for sure.
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Lea G.

Yelp
This wonderful old-school feel Italian restaurant, was right next to my hotel. I decided to check it out. I am so glad I did. So many restaurants in the area and this beauty was right next-door. I started out with a half of a Caesar salad. It was beautifully dressed and fresh crunchy. I liked the breadcrumb croutons. The bread and the olive oil and balsamic vinegar was so enjoyable. The bread was fresh and the olive oil dip had herbs in it that were quite delicious. I am going to copy that . For dinner, I decided to have some thing I've never had. It was an Italian sausage and cheesey béchamel, lasagna. The lasagna noodles were homemade and everything was tender and tasty. I ate the whole thing! The service was very attentive, and the server was helpful to me. It was hard to make a decision. She was very nice to tell me about the dishes I asked about. I wanted to have dessert and relax some more in this lovely restaurant. I was just too full. Note to self ease up on the bread next time have the dessert.
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Dhilip R.

Yelp
The mistake I made with Assagio was picking-up my order by placing the order over the phone! If I were you, I wouldn't make that move and would dine-in. If not how else would you get to see this well-decorated Italian place?! The decor is the selling-factor for this place, though I had a fine, succulent pasta. How often do you get to see replicas of Michelangelo's painting all over the walls and ceiling of a restaurant. Didn't see them in Italy too. The staff over the phone was patient enough to recommend the best vegetarian options I had and she personally recommended. The only reason for the 4-star is because I was made to wait more than promised pick-up time. Recommended: Linguine Pappardelle Penne Vodka Gnocchi My pick: Penne Vodka Pasta Tiramisu I would want to return back to this place and try their other pastas con vin and enjoy the ambience.

Edna S.

Yelp
From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by a friendly hostess who turned out to be the owner's daughter, Francesca. She made us feel right at home, taking the time to chat with us while our table was being prepared. It was such a personal touch that set the tone for the evening. The food was delicious--authentic, flavorful, and clearly made with love. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. The combination of outstanding food, excellent wine, and genuinely welcoming hospitality made it a night to remember. Our group of 3 enjoyed the bruschetta and bread appetizers, chef's special...pasta, risotto, and duck breast and finished with tiramisu, chocolate crusted cheesecake, coffee and moscato shots! Delizioso!

Sherri M.

Yelp
Amazing service and extremely well done dishes. We will seek out this restaurant our next visit to Seattle!
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K T.

Yelp
What a genuine place! The host or possibly the owner's daughter is amazing! What hospitality! The bartender was quick to offer a glass of wine for our brief wait. The presence of authenticity in great Italian cooking was great. My lasagne was solid! My wife's penne vodka was a nice size portion! And Very good. The waiter was classic and nice, realized we were friends getting caught up so exercised limited interruptions which was appreciated. While I love Macrina Bakery, paying $6.00 for bread service at an Italian restaurant is a little odd, but being Macrina has some value. Unfortunately what they're serving for bread is less than interesting and you'd expect something more interesting and something fresher tasting. The cheesecake was so so. Other than that, all was really great.
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Jodie T.

Yelp
FOOD: It was absolutely packed when we passed by, so we decided to make a reservation for the next day to try it out because they couldn't accommodate walk-ins for a large party. - I got the Pici Carbonara ($26) which had large cuts of pancetta, and the Parmigiano mixed with egg yolk formed a rich sauce for the spaghetti. The portions for all our dishes were pretty generous, so I found the pricing fair. Although I enjoyed my dish, I just found it very heavy, and the spaghetti used is on the thick side which isn't my personal preference. - Since almost everyone got a different dish, I tried some of my friends' orders. I ended up enjoying the red sauce dishes more than mine, even though I typically like white sauce pastas more. The meats were also less salty in their dishes. Additionally, the dishes weren't very warm upon arrival. SERVICE/AMBIANCE: Maybe it was just because we were seated on the side of the restaurant, but I didn't feel that our table received as much attention in comparison to others. The inside had a somewhat Victorian aesthetic and decently clean. Even with a reservation we still had to wait a while before being seated. OVERALL: The food here isn't bad, but it's more on the heavy side of Italian restaurants that I have been to. Maybe I had really high expectations because of the wait, but it didn't blow me away per say. It's not on the list of restaurants that I am dying to come back to in Seattle, but worth trying if there isn't a wait.
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Rebecca S.

Yelp
We had an incredible experience here! The food was amazing and the service was just as great. My partner and I came to celebrate our anniversary, and everything we ordered exceeded our expectations. Our waiter told us about an off-menu option called the "trio," which lets you choose three different pastas from the prime menu--such a fun surprise! We went with the penne vodka, rigatoni, and gemelli (the gemelli was our favorite!). We also shared the Francesca salad, some fresh bread with oil, and ended the meal with a delicious tiramisu. A perfect evening all around!
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Bill C.

Yelp
I've walked past Assaggio so many times but never when I was ready for dinner. It always looks full and people seem to be enjoying their meals. Tonight was my turn. Couldn't get a reservation online but I was able to do so when I called. I got a quiet table for one in the corner past the bar. My waiter was super attentive and had a great attitude! I had a wonderful assortment of food: half lasagna, saltimbocca, and zeppole. Everything was a good size. I'm stuffed but not feeling sick. The lasagna was a traditional lasagna with sturdy noodles and a nice tomatoey meat sauce. It wasn't as delicious as when my wife makes it but it was good. The saltimbocca was started off slowly. After, veal and mashed potatoes aren't bursting with flavor. However, eaten with the prosciutto, it definitely popped. Lastly, I decided to try the donuts since they were very highly recommended by my waiter. He brought them to the table in a brown paper bag. Rather than show me to the door with my take-away dessert, he tossed the donuts in the sugar cinnamon coating that was in the bag and poured them onto the plate. I had the berry sauce. A fork of cream, pierced into a donut dipped in berry sauce: perfect!
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Darrin D.

Yelp
Old world charm served by friendly engaging staff. There's nothing like a plate of pasta on a cool spring day... or any time... and this place does not disappoint. We had a 6 pm birthday reservation and were treated like royalty. For appetizers, our table enjoyed the risotto balls, meatballs, and clams/muscles in a tomato sauce. All were excellent and a perfect round one. The soup, minestrone, was hearty. For the main course, I had the generously portioned chicken parmigiana... covered in cheese and sweet tomato sauce. The birthday boy enjoyed the Gorgonzola/prosciutto pasta dish. We ended the night with the lemon gelato dessert which was the perfect accompaniment to an amazing meal. Great traditional pasta served up by friendly people. Thank you for making our birthday night memorable.
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Jocelyn T.

Yelp
We happened upon this restaurant by chance and boy am I happy we did. We were visiting Seattle Christmas week and stopped in. It was a night that they weren't usually open but because of the holiday week decided to open up. What an incredible meal! The service was great, the food was wonderful! I had a seafood risotto that had many layers of flavor and every bite was a dream. My husband had ravioli in a Marsala sauce that he raved about. Also, don't miss the tartufo for dessert! The owner treated us like family and wouldn't let us leave without well wishes & a hug!

Derec H.

Yelp
From the time we were seated until the final bite, this place was amazing. You have the option to sit inside under artistic murals that make you feel like you're in old world Italy or sit outside under the shade trees and watch the busy Seattle evening slowly fade away. The food dishes are authentic Italian and delicious. The variety was excellent and everything was freshly prepared. The waiters were attentive and courteous, but not overly intrusive. Not once did anyone at our table have to ask for our glasses to be filled. Assaggio' Ristorante was an unexpected, but welcome experience after a long day enjoying the sites in Seattle.
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Negar K.

Yelp
We ordered The carbonara pasta and melanzane. The carbonara was ok and the melazzane was really good. We also ordered an Italian red wine which was really tasty. The service was very good and the waiter was so friendly and kind and since we didn't like the pasta, he deducted from the bill.
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Thomas V.

Yelp
The best place period. Frozen in time. Great staff, bar and Italian vibes nyc style. All the classics lasagna, spaghetti bolognese.
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Betsy S.

Yelp
My favorite restaurant my son had an 80th birthday surprise for me and it was just lovely. The food was good. The ambience was perfect I have been not well, but I'm on the road and looking forward to my next visit for all my favorites
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Steve S.

Yelp
If you're looking for an authentic Italian experience, this is the place for you. Located in the heart of downtown. I found adequate parking very close by. I was warmly greeted in their very cool dining room. Frescoes are painted on the ceiling and it's a small, intimate atmosphere. Our server was great, and did a fantastic job of making sure that our water glasses were always filled and being very attentive without being overbearing. I had the linguine clam sauce, and it was absolutely perfect. My wife had the lasagna and raved about it. It looked delicious And the taste of it that I had was sensational. For dessert I had the cannoli. I highly recommend this as it was absolutely incredible. Overall great dining experience and looking forward to our next trip.