Assaggio Ristorante

Owner

From the moment you enter our quaint Italian restaurant, Assaggio Ristorante, the atmosphere is welcoming. The walls are painted with Michelangelo-inspired art & the place buzzes with convivial chatter. You'll find Mauro there with a smile, visiting each table to ensure satisfaction. The best reason to come to Assaggio is the Italian food. A carefully composed menu of bold, robust central & northern Italian food has received accolades since Assaggio opened doors in 1993. Assaggio's chef shops each morning at the Pike Place Market for fresh fish & takes regular trips to Italy to stock his…

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Citysearch

The Scene – Dark wood, dim lights and Renaissance-style art provide a nearly church-like feel that shifts into party mode as soon as the chef and owner, Mauro Golmarvi, stops by to shake your hand. Booths are the way to go for privacy, as larger tables raise the noise level in a jovial way. Servers are just edgy enough to be fun and offer wise suggestions to those who ask. – – The Food – While sweet, meaty prawns with creamy lemon sauce are warming without being too filling, the real treats are yet to come. Veal parmigiana is tender, plush and fragrant with herbs and…