Barolo Ristorante

Darko J was our server last night and due to his professionalism, my wife and I had an amazing experience. He was friendly, knowledgeable, respectful and attentive. The food was amazing, great tastes and flavor combinations. Excellent wine list as well We will be returning!

We chose Barolo for our final evening in Seattle and it could not have been more perfect. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting. Our server Fabricio was absolutely spectacular, attentive without ever rushing us, and genuinely enthusiastic about every detail and checked in often enough to make us feel truly cared for. His service elevated the whole evening and turned it into something unforgettable. It was our first visit to Seattle and we wanted memorable Italian cuisine to close out the trip. Barolo delivered in every way exceptional food, exceptional wine, and service that set a new standard. We’ll be recommending this restaurant to anyone visiting the city and can’t wait to return the next time we’re in town.

Located in the heart of downtown Seattle just steps away from the Spheres, Barlolo Ristorante delivers an authentic taste of Italy that leaves a lasting impression. I am no food critic, so I can’t vouch for official authenticity, but I can say this was easily one of the best Italian meals I’ve had. The space feels a bit tight, which is expected in a downtown setting, yet the warm atmosphere makes up for it. Service was attentive and gracious. Our large party had a few mix-ups with the order, but the staff corrected everything promptly without fuss, which speaks volumes about their professionalism. Overall, it’s a place I would gladly return to and highly recommend to friends who enjoy hearty Italian specialties in a lively downtown setting.

The food here was fantastic, I think the tomato caprese was one of the best I've ever had, the tomatoes were so ripe and juicy and the pesto sauce was perfect. I also really enjoyed the octopus, it had a smoked flavor and was not chewy at all. The Gnocchi were delicious and the chili clam pasta was nice the clams tasted very fresh. My main complaint would have to be our interactions with the server, Neil, were really strange. He came up to our table and sort of stood there awkwardly, then asked if we were ready to order. He took my friends bread plate away with out asking if she still needed it (and then left mine) then after we'd finished our starters he reset her place with new silverware and not mine. Then after we finished our mains when dessert came around he set the dessert menu on our table without asking if we wanted dessert. There were other thing that were just off about our interactions that werent there with the other staff. He didn't really seem to want to engage in regular server to customer dialouge, I can only guess maybe we were being snubbed because we were dressed in casual clothes having just driven 3 hours or because my friend and I are plus size. All the other staff we interacted with were amazing and attentive.

It is pricey, but delicious. You know what you're paying for. If you want to get a great taste of food, this is your choice. Bolognese and steaks are amazing, highly recommend their selection of wines. Staff is friendly, place is clean, just visit and you won't regret.