Italianissimo Ristorante

07/29/2008 Posted by suecoleman

The quality of food at Italianissimo is comparable to or exceeding the quality you'd find in the city. The portions are larger than the downtown boutique spots, the prices are lower, and you will not find a better prepared filet mignon in the area, Seattle included. The atmosphere is nice, intimate, and also approachable and comfortable if you aren't dressed up or if you choose to bring the kids. The specials are always a great choice. Suggestions: panna rosa gnocci, crab ravioli with orange cream sauce, tiramisu, filet mignon, chicken marsala, chop salad, penne proscuitto. Italianissimo accommodates custom orders. Great wine list and awesome intimate group table in their wine cellar that can be rented out.

Pros: The food is the number one best part of this restaurant.

Cons: Location

06/22/2008 Posted by nwdiner

We were excited when our friends recommended this Italian restaurant in Woodinville as there are not many choices for good Italian food in the area. Too bad this was such a disappointment. The pear salad had diced pairs that tasted like canned with a flavorless dressing. The lasagna was overcooked with limp noodles and bland tomato sauce that also tasted canned. The chicken piccata was pricey, the portion small and the flavor MIA. On the upside the atmosphere was nice and the service good. Summary: If this is your only choice it's OK, otherwise keep driving.

02/18/2008 Posted by gakester8

the only reason i am not giving 5 stars is because every time we have been there the service is not the best. it is good, but there is def. room for improvement, especially is its quickness. some of my favorites are their espresso martini, their version of a chopped salad, their risottos and their tiramisu. it is dimly light and very intimate. there is a bar, but we have never sat there. call for reservations on the weekends. they had a special menu for valentine's day.

Pros: high quality food.

Cons: slow service

06/04/2007 Posted by The_Big_Ragu

Probably one of the top three italian restaurants on the Eastside. I'd forgotten how good this place was since I ate there last, at their 'downtown' Woodinville location. Went there on a Friday night, had to wait about 20 minutes because we hadn't made a reservation (I don't know if they take them). We waited in the bar where a very attentive bartender waited on us and made a few awesome drinks. I had the Gnocchi with a meat sauce. The Gnocchi was handmade fresh and the fresh bread (very important at an Italian restaurant) was very good. The wait staff was attentive and quick.

Pros: food, service, bar

Cons: location?

06/30/2006 Posted by emotime

Just wanted to log in and say that anyone who does not absolutely love this restaurant is out of their mind. The staff is amazing, the atmosphere is great, and the food is to die for. My mom and stepdad go there frequently and are always treated like royalty....love it

Pros: just about everything

Cons: why can't the food be free?

04/26/2006 Posted by djparatore

It always surprises me when I read "not recommended" for this superb restaurant... I use to live down the street and my husband and I have been eating here for years. It is by far one of the most enjoyable dining experiences... from the ambience (I love the romantic fireplace) to their extensive menu - my favorite entree is the filet with gorganzola (you can cut it with a fork) - my husband loves the veal parmesian!!! Don't miss the Shrimp Bisque Soup. They also have the best chopped salad in the Seattle area. Incredible "wine selection" and we love their "winemaker dinners"!!!

Pros: Great Food, Great Atmosphere, Friendly

Cons: No lunch on Weekends

01/02/2005 Posted by eldorp

Horrible food and service combined with excessive prices make this one of the worst restaurants in the Puget Sound Area!

Pros: none

Cons: , service, prices

05/28/2004 Posted by miabanks

My family has been going to Italianissimo for the past 8 years. It is our favorite by far, we go into Seattle but always come home to Italianissimo. The food is superb and the service is as friendly as you want or as professional. The servers always make my children feel right at home. The dishes are always prepared perfect and with me being on a diet, my dietary needs are always fulfilled with a smile. The wine list is one of the best on the East side and the food comes straight from Northern Italy.

Pros: Great Food, Beautiful Building, Good Parking

Cons: , No Saturday lunch

05/23/2003 Posted by eastvet

The one time we went, we had a great meal. My wife had a tenderloin steak that melted in her mouth. And my smoked salmon pasta dish was equally good. Be sure to try the private label house wines - they're excellent. Only complaint was that they're not real kid friendly. But we will go back again.

Pros: great food, easy parking

Cons: not very kid friendly, a little pricey

09/16/2002 Posted by ThoreG

We have had many memorable meals in the old location and tried the new location this last Saturday night. As you can see from my reviews I loved the place, the waiter, etc. but we found the food not up to the same level as the many other times. My wife and I each had the Chop Salad but it seemed old and worn out with no flavor. My Osso Bucco was nothing special and the Saffron rice lacked the creaminess of the past. My wifes Tuna was not cooked the way she asked -- medium it came very, very, rare (sushi style). Maybe it was a new chef ???

Pros: romantic, friendly waiters

Cons: bland food, needed Emeril kick up