Vendemmia

"There are times when it’s necessary to hide behind a steaming bowl of pasta and a glass of wine, like when discovering that your ex is doing just fine. Vendemmia is our preferred place for situations like that. It’s a quiet neighborhood getaway where you won’t run into your boss or your ex (who, by the way, is doing just fine). They serve a very powerful plate of spicy tomato-basil spaghetti, and their rotating lineup will feature things like pistachio pesto, tonnarelli with clams, and at least one item involving pork. If it turns out that your ex is not doing just fine and wants to get back together, Vendemmia also makes for a great date night." - aimee rizzo, kayla sager riley

"If today’s the day you discovered that your ex is doing just fine, have dinner at Vendemmia. It’s a quiet Madrona getaway where you won’t run into your ex who’s doing just fine. Order something from the wine list and then decide between the classic spaghetti with tomato and hot pepper or the agnolotti stuffed with taleggio. If you’re really still thinking about that ex (who, by the way, is doing just fine), don’t rule out ordering both. They’re that good." - aimee rizzo

"The Deal: $50/$65 Dinner (Daily) Surprise—there’s crudo and rockfish here, too. But if you’re deciding between the General Harvest spots, Vendemmia works best for a lowkey dinner where you won't run into everyone you know who is also trying to get a discounted bowl of pasta and gem lettuce salad. " - Kayla Sager Riley, Aimee Rizzo

"If you worked up such a sweat throwing a ball at the park that you feel the need to carbo-load, Vendemmia is a fantastic choice. Their pastas, from spaghetti with spicy tomato to ricotta agnolotti, are satisfying but not too rich, and the smoked fish crostini makes a great summertime snack." - aimee rizzo

"There are better oysters in town, but Vendemmia generally has a good selection if your friends are interested in getting a couple as an appetizer rather than a dozen. This Madrona spot also happens to be one of our favorite places in town to eat pasta. Don’t forget to order some burrata, grilled vegetables, and pastas like the spicy spaghetti with tomato or ricotta agnolotti." - aimee rizzo