Ristorante Italianissimo

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Address:
15608 Woodinville-Duvall Place
Woodinville, WA 98072

Neighborhood:
Woodinville

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Cuisine:
Italian

Price: $31 to $50

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Ristorante Italianissimo Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.italianissimoristorante.com
Phone: (425) 485-6888
Hours of Operation: LUNCH: Mon-Fri: 11a-4pm
DINNER: Sunday: 5-10pm, Mon-Thurs: 4-10pm, Friday: 4-10pm, Saturday: 5-10pm
HAPPY HOUR: Mon-Fri: 4-6:30pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Italian
Executive Chef: Kent Betts
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Fireplace, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
Catering: Italianissimo offers full-service catering with menus customized to each event. Can work in price-per-head format.

caylee@italianissimoristorante.com
Private Party Facilities: Please contact the restaurant for more details.
Private Party Contact: Mark Day (425) 485-6888
Entertainment: Live guitar every Saturday and Sunday from 7pm-9pm
Special Events & Promotions: Most Wednesdays we host a different winery (or vineyard, brewery or distillery) at "Wine Wednesday." We also offer BEER v WINE dinners, winemaker dinners and COOKING101 classes.

For your special event we can accommodate up to 12 in our wine cellar, 24 in our private dining room 60 in each of our larger dining rooms.

Getting there

Cross Street: 156th
Parking: Private Lot
Parking Details: Plenty of parking!

A word from Ristorante Italianissimo

Italianissimo is a family owned and operated restaurant in Woodinville offering fine Northern Italian fare. Owner/Chef Kent Betts jokes about our location being "a pitching wedge away" from the Wine Warehouse District. When we aren't serving up delicious housemade pasta, hand picked meats and… produce, and our fun new bar menu to the locals and wine-goers of Woodinville, you can find us catering at wineries, in homes, and at corporate events. Our scratch kitchen and scratch bar guarantee you're getting the freshest, highest-quality ingredients. We take pride in our customers, our employees, our family, and our community. We have an extensive wine cellar, a private dining room, an outdoor patio, a great cocktail lounge, weekly wine tastings, and many on and off site event capabilities. Continued

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Diner Reviews

"We've lived in the area for over 10 years and 'discovered' this restaurant on Open Table while looking for a spot for a birthday dinner for a family member. Upon entering the restaurant we were pleasantly surprised: the filled dining room suggested something good was going on here! We were seated promptly and dove into the menu. Our meals included the Italianissimo & mista con frutta salads: both were beautifully presented with fresh ingredients. Our entrees included eggplant parmigiana, gnocchi panna rosa (best we've had on this side of Lake Washington) and the pork tenderloin - cooked perfectly. What struck us was that each of these dishes were well prepared - it wasn't an effort to recreate some regional cuisine."
Dined on 6/28/2014
"My Boyfriend and I were going to a concert at the Chateau Ste Michelle Winery, and were looking for a place to go for dinner before hand. We came across this restaurant online and checked out the menu. Sounded delicious. We immediately made reservations. We got there, and were treated like family as soon as we walked through the doors. The wine selection was the best I have ever seen for the size of the restaurant, and the food was to die for. I'm a picky eater, so that definitely says a lot. I have already told family and friends about it and will be making the long drive out there again just for the delicious food and amazing people sometime in the near future :)"
Dined on 6/28/2014
"Went here for a birthday occasion. Service was very friendly and extremely attentive. Nice atmosphere; great diversity in food choices and all party's meals were very good, obviously they take great care in creating and preparing. Will return and do recommend to others."
Dined on 6/27/2014
"After an afternoon of wine tasting, this local Italian spot was just what we needed. We have dined here before, and they continue to impress. Everything is made from scratch and delicious!"
Dined on 6/21/2014
"Wonderful dinner! We had a lovely time and the salads were great and the entrees yummy!!!!"
Dined on 6/20/2014
"We had a party of 10 and everyone's meal was delightful! The made from scratch ravioli and lasagna were exceptional!!! My friend appreciated that that they had a whole wheat pasta option."
Dined on 6/16/2014
"Food was very good with a large, diverse menu that is uncommon among Italian restaurants. Excellent wine list featuring many local options and some excellent craft cocktail selections. Down side was pretty huge, however. I don't know if this was a fluke evening, and at $100+/person, I would not be likely to gamble on a repeat, but the service was inattentive and extremely slow. We were seated for over 15 minutes before we were acknowledged by our server (with reservations, no less) and had to wait an additional 15 minutes for our cocktail and appetizers order. Once the entrees arrived, the service improved dramatically, but the slow and inattentive start really soured the evening."
Dined on 6/14/2014
"I wasn't expecting to find a great dining spot in essentially a small strip mall setting in Woodinville. The food was tasty, portions ample and well priced. Service is always knowledgable and friendly."
Dined on 6/11/2014
"Once again I met a colleague for a late lunch last week at my favorite local Italian restaurant - our food was hot and mouthwatering-ly delicious, our recommended wine was superb, and the service was attentive but not intrusive. I LOVE this place!"
Dined on 6/4/2014
"As I always say in this review, they offer consistently good food and good service. Our waitress was very pleasant and gave just the right amount of attention. We were still able to enjoy our group and conversation. You can't go wrong with the shrimp bisque or chocolate mousse. The main meals are also pretty reliable. They make great sausages and you can always ask for an extra sausage or two on the side."
Dined on 6/4/2014
"A quiet European ambiance with good Italian preparations and excellent service."
Dined on 5/30/2014
"Always good. We're regular customers. I'm on a diet and was accomodated very well."
Dined on 5/30/2014
"Took my wife to Ristorante Italianissimo for a Birthday meal. The ambiance was just fair, seemed too brightly lit for us, we prefer a more romantic setting. The staff was very friendly and the service was good. The food fell short of our expectations, the eggplant my wife had was not completely cooked. My meal however was only fair (Shrimp Diavolo). I don't believe we'll go back, nor do I feel I'd recommend it to friends. Overall, our dining experience was "middle of the road", just mediocre. "
Dined on 5/17/2014
"After a great day of wine tasting at the nearby Woodinville Warehouse Wineries we were delighted with our italian meal at Ristorante Italianissimo. the waitress mentioned the home-made italian sausage special which proved to be great choice for me. The rewards for having both home-made angel hair pasta and fresh italian sausages with fresh tomatoes made for a delightful meal. Attentive and competent service made for a great finale to our Woodinville Wine Experience. Warm and cozy atmosphere was a welcome relief after a day on our feet."
Dined on 5/17/2014
"Second week in a row. Last week excellent/superb salmon. This week excellent halibut. Simple preparation, with buerre blanc sauce, mash potato; mixed veggies. Little Bear Creek Red Blend excellent as always. Split a garden salad with diced tomatoes also good. I great for the price. $71 for the two before tip. "
Dined on 5/16/2014
"Mothers Day is one of the toughest days of the year, Ristorante Italianissimo handled everything perfectly! We were a party of five with a three year old and were treated to great service and a wonderful dinner."
Dined on 5/11/2014
"Walked in to see the place was already bustling with a mix of ages, including a fair number of families. We were seated promptly, with water and fresh Italian bread and olive oil immediately delivered. the Barbera d' Alba we ordered was excellent, and only $28. Great deal. The Eggplant Parmesan (hot) starter hit the spot. While we personally would probably prefer the eggplant to be a little less "al dente", it was nonetheless quite delicious. The tomato sauce was light. a wonderful Pasta Carbonara and Chicken Marsala. The pasta was delivered hot, pre-split for us, a very good portion. The Chicken Marsala was the best dish of the night -- pounded perfectly tender, melt-in-your-mouth with sauteed mushrooms and a light marsala sauce. "
Dined on 5/10/2014
"Wife and I have been to Italianissimo many times. We have enjoyed all servings, both vegetarian and meat. In our latest visit, I had the fresh King Salmon. It was among the best prepared salmon dishes I have had over the hundreds enjoyed in many years. The veggies are near perfect without overcooking. I always come for the Little Bear Creek Red Wine Blend that ideally compliments my meals. We also share the salad and Ice Cream that are delightful. "
Dined on 5/10/2014
"It's difficult to give a great review to a restaurant one has only been to once, but first impressions are important and mine was good! I got the lasagna, which was delicious, and the others in my party were very happy with their entrees, as well. The service was excellent. Our server was friendly & attentive without hovering. Though ours was a family dinner, the ambience would be perfect for a quiet romantic dinner. I would definitely return here again to try some of the other menu items & it was a great place to bring an out of town visitor!"
Dined on 5/5/2014
"The decor is quite dated - almost stale like, and definitely on the tacky side of Italian decor. I had the vitello al parmigiana which was nice and I think fair for the price. My wife had the fettucine fiamo, and it was disappointment on a plate. The pasta itself was quite al dente and cool to the touch. Most of the shrimp were a bit rubbery. Odd thing was no one asked us how the meal was with half the plate untouched. Needless to say we will not rush back."
Dined on 5/4/2014
"Wonderfully seasoned food from many different categories. Glutten free options a real plus!! Can't go wrong by trying this establishment! "
Dined on 5/3/2014
"If you love homemade pasta this restaurant is the place to go, not to mention the delicious osso buco! This is my favorite Italian restaurant! "
Dined on 5/2/2014
"This is one of our favorite places to dine. Food is excellent and service too. We love it. Sorry to see Bobo go."
Dined on 5/2/2014
"With all of the good Italian restaurants in the 20mile radius Itaianissimo stands out by itself. Good food good service. They know how to tweak the little something in every dish we have had."
Dined on 5/2/2014
"The service was great, I ate at the bar and the bartender recommended an outstanding dinner that combined both a pasta (uniques pesto pasta) and meat dish (Pork Tenderloin) from the menu. The salad to start was also excellent. I will certainly return when I am in the area."
Dined on 4/30/2014
"Can always count on for fantastic Italian food, good wine and friendly wait staff!"
Dined on 4/29/2014
"This was our second visit, and loved it again! Although we were a bit annoyed by a loud table nearby, it was still a great meal."
Dined on 4/24/2014
"We've been going to this restaurant for a long time and have noticed some things aren't as good as they used to be. Food is tasty, but there are new cooks in the kitchen - it is apparent. The were hardly any mushrooms in the Pollo Marsala and no anchovies on the caesar salad. Also, they have stopped recognizing birthdays with a dessert. It truly hurt my husbands feelings after going there for so long to be told "we don't do that" anymore. Not even a candle in a piece of bread!! Because it is a neighborhood restaurant it always seem to be busy at dinner, but they need some competition. "
Dined on 4/26/2014
"We've been to Italianissimo several times. When we want a special romantic evening with guaranteed great food, we go there. The wine selection is great, as are the food and waitstaff. Highly recommended!!!"
Dined on 4/18/2014
"The pasta is excellent and so many options to choose from. Our server was fun which is always nice. I like service with a smile but someone with personality goes a lot further in my book. We had a wonderful birthday dinner there and didn't feel rushed at all even though we spent 2 hours. Food arrived quickly and was beautifully presented and delicious."
Dined on 4/18/2014
" I was looking for a place that would seat 8 people and had good food. I read the menu and because I have lived in Northern Italy, Piedmonte, I was hoping to get some Northern Italian food. The menu had pasta dishes from all over Italy so I can say it was not specific to Northern Italy. One of the specials was lobster ravioli with marscapone and I swear it was the same brand that they sell frozen at Costco (the pasta was a salmon pink color). I had the lasagne and the flavor was good although the pasta was overcooked. The best thing about the restaurant was the service. They seated me even though my party had not all arrived and they were great about giving us 8 separate checks, we did not even have to ask!"
Dined on 4/17/2014
"Seriously I can't say enough about this restaurant. It is consistent, always has creative recipes and we love Marie and Mark! Marie never has to write any orders down, never forgets any requests and is just a joy to see! She adds to the whole experience!"
Dined on 4/15/2014
"I met a colleague at Italianissimo for dinner to catch up with one another after a period of time of not seeing one another. Our food, wine and service perfectly complemented our conversation. This is a favorite place for me, one I suggest often for meeting with friends and colleagues because I can count on the experience consistently being a good one."
Dined on 4/9/2014
"It was a lovely dinner! Great pasta and chicken piccata! Service was top notch!"
Dined on 4/11/2014
"We had a lovely 37th wedding Anniversary celebration, the food was excellant and service & the bottle wine my husband ordered was excellant wish I could recall the name.... . Looking foreward to our next time which will be sometime very soon.. Thanks for making our evening very special. Pauline :)"
Dined on 4/11/2014
"Sausage Friday is awesome! Chop salad and Chicken Parm is our favorite. Many items to choose from."
Dined on 4/11/2014
"We invited friends in our most recent visit to introduce them to this wonderful restaurant. They absolutely loved it, as do we. Meals perfectly prepared with a wine list that blends well with the menu choices. Serving staff are very friendly and helpful. Can't get enough of this neighborhood gem."
Dined on 4/8/2014
"I had a filet which was pretty good although a bit overcooked.. although the wait person offered to have another one cooked I didn't want to wait while my date had her meal.. Unfortunately she ordered the risoto which she felt was way overcooked or had way too much liquid in it making it mushy more like oatmeal... Went in for a romantic birthday dinner and were seated in the center and we could hardly hear each other talk do to the loud, noisy, table behind us..."
Dined on 3/15/2014
"We visited Italianissimo as part of our monthly dinner club. It had been on our list for a little bit and we finally decided to give it a try.The atmosphere in the restaurant was quiet and welcoming. But their food is the reason I'd go back. Our table had a combination of dishes: Spaghetti Bolognese (to die for), Chicken Parmesan, Lobster Ravioli and Cabonara - gluten free. As we tasted everyone's dishes it didn't take us long to agree that everything was superb. The service was a bit slow, but it didn't seem to bother us. It allowed us to visit and enough time between order, salads and the meal. We did splurge and have dessert. We all had the chocolate mousse. Fantastic and not too sweet."
Dined on 4/1/2014
"We have dined at Ristorante Italianissimo many times and love it every time. The food is authentic and perfectly prepared and presented. The service staff are friendly, engaging and very professional. Highly recommend."
Dined on 3/30/2014

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