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IL BISTRO, Seattle, WA

IL BISTRO

4.7 (2257)
$31 to $50
Italian
93A Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98101

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
Picture a cozy restaurant nestled in a cavern in the rolling hills of Tuscany. Imagine the freshest local ingredients, authentically prepared, an extensive wine list featuring the best of Italy, the Northwest and California and a classy candlelit bar specializing in hand-made cocktails, single-malt scotches, ports and grappas.

Sound like a special evening?

Visit Il Bistro and Spend a Night in Italy.

For over 30 years, Il Bistro, tucked away down a narrow cobblestone alley in the Pike Place Market, has offered Seattle romantic, fine dining, featuring regional Italian fare. Market fresh Meats, Seafood and Produce are always our priority. Please make a reservation to join us!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Northwest, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–2:00 am Happy Hour Mon, Thu, Sun 10:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 10:30 pm–12:30 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Enrique Reza
  • Catering
    Il Bistro offers a variety of custom menus tailored to your specific needs. Prior to your event our Chef can work with you to customize a menu to reflect your individual tastes. Menus are available at 4 different levels: 3 Course Menu - $39.00/Person 4 Course Menu - $48.00/Person 5 Course Menu - $56.00/Person 5 Course Premiere Menu - $64.00/Person For large groups the entire restaurant can be reserved for a pre-set minimum. A large selection of Platters and Tray Passed Appetizers are also available. To arrange your event please contact: Nick Wiltz - nick@ilbistro.net - (206) 682-3049
  • Private party facilities
    Il Bistro hosts many private events and our dining space comfortably accommodates up to 60 people. People seem to really enjoy dining in the Pike Place Market in a romantic restaurant like ours. We can e-mail a Private Dining Packet to guests who are interested in events. Our packet provides pricing information and sample menus. This information is also on our website at www.ilbistro.net
  • Neighborhood
    Belltown / Pike Place Market
  • Cross street
    First Avenue
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Thursday Night Jazz at Il Bistro

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    Join us as we invite the Jacob Zimmerman 3 every Thursday night for live Jazz, 830p to 1130pm. Reservations until 9:30pm.

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What 2,257 people are saying

IL BISTRO reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Romantic

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Good for special occasions

  • Seattle

    Great for fine wines

  • Seattle

    Romantic

  • Seattle

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
IL Bistro in Seattle offers "amazing food" and "outstanding service" in a "romantic" and "authentic Italian" ambiance. Guests rave about the "fabulous gnocchi" and "excellent wine list." Live jazz enhances the atmosphere, and the staff ensures memorable experiences. It's perfect for special occasions, but note the dim lighting and potential surcharges.
2,257 Reviews
  1. Joanie

    Little Rock1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jackie did an excellent job! Our food was amazing! Would highly recommend!

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  2. Alfonsina VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Best Cioppino ever! you can add a side of pasta and it makes a great combination. Ambiance is a little dark and noisy, I guess the perks to be in the market.

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  3. Greg VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland104 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice menu variety with great service and great food

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  4. Chris

    Seattle / Eastern Washington5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Met an old friend for dinner here. Showed up early for my reservation, just after opening, and it seemed already to be humming like a well oiled machine. I was invited to wait for my companion at the bar, and service was quick, knowledgeable and friendly… I ordered a very frightening sounding drink - the Corpse Raiser No. 2, which was delicious and strong. The ambience was on point, even early in the summer’s day as it’s tucked away under the market. Food was incredible - I had a rigatoni dish with a hearty and savory meat sauce, my friend had the lasagna, which she rightly raved about (as she shared a bit with me). Both were fantastic, but I’d go for the lasagna upon another visit. Service throughout was friendly and attentive without being overbearing.

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  5. Angelita

    Portland / Oregon2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was attentive and friendly. Atmosphere is dimly lit but warm and friendly. The food was good, but on the salty side.

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  6. Ayala

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing, the live jazz was great as well.

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  7. Tera VIP

    Utah42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time to IL Bistro, was soooo yummy so great! Lasagna was to die for AMAZING thee best we have ever had! We will be back for sure next trip to WA! It's a must try

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  8. Jake

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Natalie was fantastic!!!! Food was excellent. Only thing is that the lighting is very dim.

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  9. aaron

    Seattle / Eastern Washington14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience at Il Bistro on 7/8/25. Our server Gabriél, went above and beyond to provide outstanding service AND listened intently to a short story or two like not even some of our closest friends have the patience to do 😂. But seriously, she helped make our experience even better with her kindness. Thank you Il Bistro, and thank you Gabriél!!!

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  10. Julie

    Surrey2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great bowl of pasta, glass of red and Tiramisu to finish. Only complaint is that is was too dark if you are older and struggling to see.

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FAQs

IL BISTRO offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 682-3049.

IL BISTRO is rated 4.7 stars by 2257 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Seattle / Eastern Washington
  4. Seattle
  5. Belltown / Pike Place Market

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for IL BISTRO

93A Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98101

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    First Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Belltown / Pike Place Market
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–2:00 am Happy Hour Mon, Thu, Sun 10:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 10:30 pm–12:30 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Northwest, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Enrique Reza
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Il Bistro offers a variety of custom menus tailored to your specific needs. Prior to your event our Chef can work with you to customize a menu to reflect your individual tastes. Menus are available at 4 different levels: 3 Course Menu - $39.00/Person 4 Course Menu - $48.00/Person 5 Course Menu - $56.00/Person 5 Course Premiere Menu - $64.00/Person For large groups the entire restaurant can be reserved for a pre-set minimum. A large selection of Platters and Tray Passed Appetizers are also available. To arrange your event please contact: Nick Wiltz - nick@ilbistro.net - (206) 682-3049
  • Private party facilities
    Il Bistro hosts many private events and our dining space comfortably accommodates up to 60 people. People seem to really enjoy dining in the Pike Place Market in a romantic restaurant like ours. We can e-mail a Private Dining Packet to guests who are interested in events. Our packet provides pricing information and sample menus. This information is also on our website at www.ilbistro.net
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