Pasta Freska
Seattle, WA 98109
Phone: (206) 283-1515
- Price:
- $$$
- Hours:
- Mon 5pm-9pm, Tue-Thu 11am-2pm, 5pm-9pm, Fri 11am-2pm, 5pm-10pm, Sat 5pm-10pm
Message from Pasta Freska
Join us and you will be surprised, delighted and satisfied!
- Lunch Tuesday- Friday
- Unique Dinner Experience!
- Catering Available As Well!
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Editorial Review for Pasta Freska – by Jill Lightner
The Scene
With a dim, oddly-shaped dining room and casual rooftop deck, this neighborhood favorite feels like a party from the first peek through the door. Chef-owner Mike Horri is likely to greet everyone personally, popping open a bottle of wine for each table while inquiring about food allergies. Don't be surprised if he coerces half the restaurant to sing "Happy Birthday" to a table in the other half-and be even less surprised if all but the firmest introvert ends up chatting the night away with near strangers.
The Food
It's easy to grab a quick and satisfying lunchtime grinder, but the real draw here is the leisurely fixed-price dinner. There's no menu, just course after course of hearty (and somewhat Americanized) Italian food. Depending on the season and the chef's whim, expect anything from a deliciously cheesy eggplant to herb-infused grilled lamb to pinenut-stuffed and marsala-topped chicken breast. Dessert arrives as a sampler plate that includes cheesecake, chocolate cake and sorbet.
Hits: Mike is a gregarious charmer, but everyone on the staff deserves tremendous credit for keeping pace with such a busy kitchen-they handle complicated service with grace.
Misses: Picky eaters and non-cheating dieters will likely find the abundance of rich food more disturbing than delicious.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoDinner is not available a la carte, and there is no printed menu. Everyone eats approximately the same meal on a given evening, with some accommodation made for special dietary needs.
ParkingThere's an oversized lot across Westlake, on the lake side of the street. Other than an occasional special event--like 4th of July--spots are plentiful.
What to DrinkNon-drinkers should make that clear as soon as possible--otherwise each table gets at least one bottle of wine opened upon arrival. Anything unfinished can be re-corked and brought home.
The ExtrasSundays are available for private parties, or make arrangements for a chartered dinner cruise on Lake Washington.
User Reviews for Pasta Freska
07/02/2008 Posted by findinggoodfood
The food here is sooooooo good. Wasn't my idea to go and is kinda a hole in the wall but food is amazing! Go with an open mind. The owner is very nice and I raved to people for days after eating here. Just let him bring you food and you will feel like your in heaven for the two hours you are there. I signed up to city search just to rave this restaurant. I will bring many here.
Pros: food,food, wine, friendly staff, you get a very wide variety of food.
Cons: parking, looks are deceiving, this is not an inexpensive restaurant
06/02/2008 Posted by dale919
It's little unsettling to have your meal chosen for you. Let the food set you free. Be prepared to spend 2 to 3 hours on a leisurely meal of several courses, wine, and conversation. The good food, the positive vibe, and the conversation with the owner/chef makes for a refreshing fare. The important thing is to let yourself go with the flow. If you are extremely controlling you will not enjoy this experience.
Pros: You get to enjoy a leisurely meal of 2 to 3 hours
Cons: You need 2 to 3 hours
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