La Rustica - Seattle

It’s been quite a while since we dined at this restaurant, and I’m not sure why we waited so long. The food and service are truly amazing! It’s a cozy place that has expanded its seating by adding an outdoor area, effectively doubling its capacity. We opted to sit outside, and although it wasn’t windy or rainy, we were pleasantly surprised by how warm it felt under the heater. If you’re looking for a place to celebrate or enjoy a romantic and intimate dinner, this is the perfect spot. We certainly won’t let so much time pass before we return!

I have a particular fondness for their pasta dishes, and they offer several vegetarian options on the menu. They are always accommodating when it comes to adjusting dishes to exclude meat or seafood when possible. I must highlight the Gnocchi allo Zafferano, which features gnocchi in a saffron sauce. It is simply outstanding! I was truly amazed by the depth of flavor in the sauce—delicate yet delivering a distinct saffron taste with every bite. The gnocchi itself was cooked perfectly—not mushy or sticky, they had the right bite to them! The complimentary bread is also delicious; I often find myself trying to restrain from eating it all before my meal arrives! I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant!

The food here is fantastic and comes in generous portions. The staff, from the host to the servers, is friendly and well-informed. It’s a perfect spot to enjoy the sunset over the sound. This place is truly a gem in Seattle.

The food and service were exceptional. Everything we tried was delightful. The Tiramisu is the best I’ve ever had, and the chocolate cake is simply incredible. The portions may not be large, but they are quite satisfying. I will definitely be back!

It's been quite a while since we last dined here, and I honestly can’t figure out why we waited so long. The food and service are truly amazing! The restaurant is small but has recently added outdoor seating, almost doubling its capacity. We opted to sit outside, and even though it wasn't windy or rainy, we were pleasantly surprised by how warm it was under the heaters. If you're looking for a place to celebrate or for a cozy, romantic dinner, this is definitely it. We won’t be waiting so long to return next time!