San Fermo

Name: San Fermo
Address: 5341 Ballard Ave, Seattle, WA, United States, 98107
Telephone: (206) 342-1530
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (1721)

$50 and over

Italian

5341 Ballard Ave, Seattle, WA 98107

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2 people

Jun 29, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 53 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

We have 15 indoor tables, and 12 covered/heated patio tables. Online reservations can be made for parties up to 5 guests. Larger groups can be booked at 5pm on weeknights, please email the restaurant for reservations.
Please understand when making your reservation that we cannot guarantee a specific table or area of the restaurant. We recommend 5pm reservations for parties with specific table requests, if you book later in the evening you may need to wait for your table preference.
If you are having difficulty finding a reservation you are welcome to stop by for walk-in seating. We seat our bar and covered/heated patio for dinner nightly.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(206) 342-1530
Website
http://www.sanfermoseattle.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Sam West
Private party facilities
We do not offer private dining.

Location
5341 Ballard Ave, Seattle, WA 98107
Neighborhood
Ballard
Cross street
Ballard Ave and 22nd Ave NW
Parking details
Parking in Ballard is limited, however, there is a paid lot and several free parking spaces behind our restaurant on Shilshole Ave NW. Street parking on Ballard Avenue is metered through 8pm, free on Sundays and holidays.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,721 people are saying

San Fermo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

San Fermo offers a "charming backyard-patio vibe" with "great food" and a "cozy atmosphere." Perfect for date nights, it features a "well-curated menu" with standout dishes like "bolognese" and "prawn pasta." Despite small portions, the "exceptional service" and "intimate ambiance" make it a "neighborhood gem."

1,721 Reviews

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Lynn
Seattle / Eastern Washington4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The fresh made pasta was amazing. Short rib was perfectly done. The charred onion appetizer is something everyone MUST have!
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Jack
Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So dang good. Everything was on point. If you’re still trying to decide just go, it will be worth it
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Alice
Los Angeles7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible ambiance & service!! Anna went above & beyond. Food was delicious but took a long time, so just be aware that it’s a great time for drinks for conversation. I noticed my bubbly wasn’t very cold, but thought it was maybe supposed to be like that bc the second glass was the same. Dishes were gorgeous & delicious but small portions for the prices. But I still can’t wait to go back! 💕
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Daniel
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great menu and great service. Excellent choice for upscale date night
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Denver / Colorado1 review
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
charming backyard-patio vibe. The food was great, balanced flavors and a small, but well-curated menu. Overall laid-back, casual feel to the restaurant. Portions are small so keep that in mind when ordering! Would have been good to know about the 23% service charge because we might have booked somewhere else, but glad to have tried it!
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James
Nottingham/Nottinghamshire2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, cosy atmosphere, perfect for date night
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nancy VIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington54 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a lovely evening dining at San Fermo with a girlfriend. The food was amazing loved the Spot Prawns and Salmon! Sully our waiter was fun and so helpful and made our evening really special. This is one of my favorite summer spots to enjoy a fabulous dinner!
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Laura
Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
such a special place and the food is always soooooo delicious.
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Michelle
Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review
4.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the charred onion, Caesar salad, salmon, and Bolognese. The seizure salad was really bland and did not have enough garlic like an actual Caesar. The Bolognese was a little sticky and seemed more like fancy macaroni and cheese. Everything was too salty. My husband really enjoyed the chart onion, and we both enjoyed the salmon.
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Cristina
Los Angeles5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was superb. From the strawberry salad, to the butter, to the entrees, to the dessert and coffee. We can’t wait to go back.
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FAQs

San Fermo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 342-1530.

San Fermo is rated 4.7 stars by 1721 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 29, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 53 times today

5341 Ballard Ave, Seattle, WA 98107

Additional information

Cross street
Ballard Ave and 22nd Ave NW
Neighborhood
Ballard
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking in Ballard is limited, however, there is a paid lot and several free parking spaces behind our restaurant on Shilshole Ave NW. Street parking on Ballard Avenue is metered through 8pm, free on Sundays and holidays.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Sam West
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.sanfermoseattle.com/
Phone number
(206) 342-1530
Private party facilities
We do not offer private dining.

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San Fermo

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Menu

Sides

Baguette$4.00

Castelvetrano Olives$5.00

Rosemary Almonds$3.00

Salads and Soups

House Caesar$7.00

Beet Salad$11.00

Duck Salad$12.00

Italian Chop Salad$10.00

Potato Leek Soup$5.00

Pastas

Strozzapreti$11.00

Campanelle$9.00

Sandwiches

Parmigiana Sandwich

Oil Cured Tuna Tartine$12.00

What 1,721 people are saying

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