Reviews of Mondello Italian Restaurant. (Restaurant) in Seattle (Washington).

Mondello Italian Restaurant

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Italian restaurant

2425 33rd Ave W #3, Seattle, WA 98199, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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George L

Fantastic homemade pasta: chewy, springy deliciousness. Not particularly crowded on a Saturday night, so don’t be afraid to just show up on the weekends. Everything was terrific. Would definitely return.

Robert Schuppert-McDonald

Stephen and I had dinner and loved our food. The spicy sausage ricotta pasta was delicious. The homemade noodles were tender and not soggy holding their own with the sausage and sauce. The carbonara was equally the bomb. We also had salads and each a glass of wine. I only gave 4-stars as they played country western music that affected the ambience and experience of Italy. If your looking to sit outside they have a large seating area off the sidewalk.

Sarah G

Incredible food. The gnocchi is little pillows of heaven, the gorgonzola sauce had an amazing depth of flavor, it was the perfect consistency. My date got the fettuccine con polpette and that was also incredible. The fettuccine was clearly fresh and handmade, a perfect mouth-feel and what al dente is supposed to mean. The sauce was perfectly seasoned and was clearly freshly made. We asked for a wine that would complement both of our meals, and she delivered. Sadly, I can't remember what it was, but I'm not really a wine person and I enjoyed it thoroughly. We ordered the tiramisu for dessert, and it was also incredible. And so darn pretty. The coffee was not bitter or overwhelming, the cream was delicious and delicate. I have been craving good, authentic Italian for some time and Mondello absolutely delivered. I'm torn between being sad that I live so far, and being grateful for my waistline that I'm so far 😅 Grazie Mille Mondello!

Lishan ChenMou

Went here for lunch on a weekday and we were the only ones there. It felt like we were transported to Italy and into someone's home. I was looking forward to trying Mondello and I wish I could give it 5 stars. Unfortunately, my lasagna was cold in the middle and the table was pretty dirty with dried food stains. They did have a sign saying bussers needed and I know there's a labor shortage with the pandemic so trying not to hold that too much against them. The ravioli marsala was absolutely divine though... That sauce! I can just lap it up, it was so good. I wish the portion sizes were all bigger for what you get. All in all, cute neighborhood joint and if I lived near by, I'd go again. But I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here.

Ami Patel

Our party of 8, 4 kids 4 adults, found this amazing Italian restaurant after a long day of sightseeing. We wanted a dinner close to where we were staying and we have no regrets!! The food, service, and atmosphere was beyond amazing. We all agreed this was the best Italian food we have had. The owner does such a great job on her menu and you can tell how much love goes into all their meal. Such a great local find and we will be back the next time we are on Seattle!!

Josie Wells

This is a great hidden gem, one of the best restaurants in all of Seattle! The staff is very attentive, service is excellent, and the homemade pasta and cannolis are delicious! The owner always checks on each table and shares the changing specials, the atmosphere is private and cozy, and their selection of imported wines is extensive, a great way to complement the food! We love it here, and we will for sure be back.

Julie Kinzie

Simply amazing! Authentic Italian, its the best in Seattle. Hand made pasta, the Saltembocca was great.

Crystal Frankenbery

What a wonderful family owned spot! Going to Italian sometimes intimidates me, but this restaurant was the opposite of pretentious. The owner was our server and was prompt with our food and service. She was funny and friendly and we will certainly be back for the amazing food. Very COVID friendly with the outdoor patio with heaters. Their menu is a QR Code to view online and has pictures so it’s super easy to know what you’re gonna get! we both got the specials for the evening (black cod and rack of lamb) Side note: they were very empty for 7:30pm reservation... so go support them during these difficult times!

Tatjana Williams-Haeck

5 stars for the food 2 stars for the services Similar to others in here, it was empty we were the only ones. Took family with my kiddos but while we were greeted friendly, it did feel very rushed. When I asked her to split the carbonara between the two kids since they were share, she told me she can’t do that. So she gave me extra plates to share on the table. I was a bit surprised since this seems like a no brained to me. So all in all I’ll be back, but for take out.

Bill Merrigan

We had a wonderful meal on a special occasion, but I have come with business visitors. Great location and easy parking. This is a combination of gourmet food and comfort food, and the staff makes you feel like you are eating in their home. Wonderful ambiance! A great list of specials every night complements a menu of traditional favorites, prepared for Sicilian way. Tonight we shared bruschetta, then enjoyed a fettuccine with pesto and a spaghetti bolognese. Sofana picked a delicious and affordable Sicilian blend and we topped it off with a wonderful tiramisu. This is a gem!

Brian Lowen

Go to this restaurant! Honestly best Italian I’ve had in Seattle (arguably ever). Staff and owner are always so kind and food quality is top notch. Don’t forget to get dessert too the owner has the best specials. Great spot for a date night.

LydiaL M

A most delightful discovery in Seattle's Magnolia neighborhood! In this adorable little space, every dish our party of eight ordered was just fantastic -- the bruschetta special (on grilled housemade bread, with mozzarella di bufala) and the caprese salad were amazing, everyone's entree sparked raves (shout out to the ravioli al marsala, the gnocchi al gorgonzola, and the fettuccine con polpette from the regular menu, as well as the specials), and the desserts -- sublime! Such a crispy, flavorful cannoli, not to mention the tiramisu, the dark chocolate mousse, the red velvet confection that was the cake of the day -- we should've taken photos, but we were too busy enjoying the food! The mother & daughter proprietors, from Sicily, were wonderful -- we felt like we were guests in a friend's home. Everything was so fresh (including the pasta, made in house), with such good ingredients and balance between flavors -- I'd go back to Seattle from California just to eat there again. Fantastic!

Elizabeth Stoner

We love the cozy atmosphere at Mondello’s. Sofana and her daughter squeezed us in on a busy Saturday night and made us feel welcome! The veal saltimboca is one of my go to’s, while my husband enjoys the beautifully presented branzino. Finishing with the house made dark chocolate mousse tops off the experience!

Oscar

Friendly staff. Cozy atmosphere and lovely decor. The carbonara was spot on, and if you have a sweet tooth the cannoli's are perfection.

Aaron Kunkler

Really good, authentic Italian food. And they have Cinque Terre DOC wine which is fantastic! Pesto is unbelievable too.

Bimal Sandhu

My boyfriend has a passport card so we decided to try this restaurant. We bought 1 entree and got 1 for free! The ambience is very cute and romantic. The bread we got for a starter was delicious! We ordered a Bolognese and a Carbonera. The food was made so quickly because they use fresh pasta. This definitely appears to be a very authentically Italian experience. The food and the service were both great!! My boyfriend loved both entrees, but I didn't enjoy the Carbonera as much. It didn't really have much sauce at all, usually the egg helps with that but I couldn't even tell that there was an egg in it. I loved the Bolognese though! I still highly recommend this restaurant!

Jenna Phillips

This has become one of my go-to dinner spots ever since my first visit. I believe she is the owner, but the woman I see there each time is the best. She remembered where we like to sit, and even the wine we like. I love how they create new recipes for their dinner as a family, then add it to the specials. One of them was a lettuce wrap shrimp ceviche and it was to die for! Like seriously, one of the best I’ve ever had. I came here for dinner on Tuesday this week and it was very close to closing time and they were super kind and happily served us anyway. I ordered the squid ink pasta with prawns and let me tell you, I couldn’t get enough! It was the best pasta dish I’ve ever had. I’ve been thinking about it ever since. Such a simple dish with high quality ingredients and the favors complemented each other perfectly. I could only dream of making it myself. I love this place and recommend it to anyone looking for a great meal, a classic Italian ambiance, and friendly service.

Jaclyn Ward

My partner and I are in love with this place. The owner is a very sweet woman who clearly cares about her guests’ experience. We go here at least once a month!

elaine tate

When I tell you this is the best food I've had I really meant it. Not only was the food amazing but the staff is so friendly and the owner is this adorable lady who hand makes the cannolis she literally makes you feel so welcome. This is legit the bast place to eat I 1000% recommend this place.

Erin Hobson

Our staple - pasta dishes are outstanding. Family run, friendly and welcoming. We love it!

Sara Morris

I've been twice! My family's Sicilian and you don't get much more authentic than Mondello. First my brothers and sister took me for my birthday and we all ended up sharing each of our plates because everything was so good you couldn't keep your fork to yourself😂 I was so impressed I took my husband back last night for date night and we live all the way out in Snohomish lol. We received the same phenomenal service and everything we ate was out of this world! Sophana is phenomenal. She takes great pride in her restaurant, her employees, The service given and the phenomenal food they serve. Definitely one of my favorite restaurants in the Seattle area

Madison Buxton

Great food and service! We shared the bruschetta and Cesar salad. The 1st basket of bread was complimentary. I had the squid ink pasta with shrimp which tasted great.

Peter Marshall

The food is fantastic, especially the lasagna, and the staff are unbelievable welcoming and kind. The dark haired waitress was very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful with the menu!

Chad Frederick

I've have been a fan of Mondello Ristorante Italiano since they first opened. It's a great local Italian restaurant that is family run and offers an old style dining experience. For example on some evenings when it is crowded, they will have house wine to offer while you wait along with some fresh bread. The food is wonderful and prepared by Mom in the back. Sometimes she comes out and visits with the customers. But, its nice to know the food is lovingly being prepared and not mass produced. Enjoy Mondello Ristorante Italiano! #localguides

Savannah Hollis

A little costly for what you get, but the ambiance was great and the staff was incredibly friendly. I had the gnocchi, which was fantastic. My father had the spaghetti and meatballs and my mom the chicken Marsala. We had two glasses of Barbera D’Alba and dessert as well. Thought the peach gelato being served inside of a peach was cute. Would probably come back for the right occasion.

Kim Ward

The lasagna was huge and to die for, all the other food was good too, but that lasagna...... As good as my Mom's and I NEVER say that.

Benjamin Smith

A lovely and charming restaurant with delicious food, a great staff and a fantastic environment. I have been several times since moving to the neighborhood and have loved every dish I’ve tried!

Colin Hutchins

A truly phenomenal, authentic Italian experience! Run by a delightful man from Palermo and his talented mother, the food was top shelf in every way. If you want authentic homemade Italian, you won't be disappointed with Mondello.

C B

Excellent family restaurant with friendly owner/proprietor who is actually from Sicily. Can’t wait to return for more ravioli in mushroom cream sauce & cannoli! 🇮🇹 👌🏽

Gregory Henselman-Petrusek

Lovely food, generous portions, and a warm, charming atmosphere. It’s wonderful to see a family operation in action.

James Salazar

Excellent food with excellent service. I also felt is was reasonably priced for higher level italian.

Claire Nebeker

I always enjoy coming here. Great vibe. The Pollo Al Forno (chicken) was wonderful.

Jan Muylle

Best food we've had in Seattle, too bad we didn't discover this earlier. True Italian cuisine and also real gluten free options. Recommended!

Rhiley Allbee

Have been here twice and had vastly different experiences both times. The first time we went for a special occasion and loved it. The food was amazing (minus the tiramisu which was overly soggy) and the service was very friendly. When my partner's parents came into town we decided to take them and it was the exact opposite experience. The staff were rather cold and we felt like we were being rushed out almost from the moment we were sat at our table even though they weren't busy (multiple tables open the entire time we were there) and we had a reservation. More importantly, the food did not stand-up to what we had experienced the first time. We ordered the ravioli marsala during both occasions and while we were blown away with how good it was the first time we ate it, it wasn't nearly as good the second time. We also tried the chocolate mousse and it was served as a liquid rather than a set mousse. I think the lack of consistency in food and service will keep us from coming back.

Ana Bancroft

Delicious and authentic food; clean and cheerful atmosphere; professional but yet warm service.

James Bond

Ravioli Al Masala is my favorite dish, taste is unique and amazing, it is out of this world…. I love it….. Cannoli Sicilliano is amazing desert….

Jessica Ghyvoronsky

Literally our favorite family owned Italian restaurant in Seattle. The owner Sofana and her daughter Aurelia will always be a big reason why we come (we love them and their authenticity and sassiness, they feel like home), and their food stands on its own. Home made pasta (the perfect Al dente texture), great Italian wines that you can't get elsewhere, suuuch a charming atmosphere, one of the best kept secrets in Seattle. My go to menu items are the spaghetti con polpette and clam linguini. Come here, be present, take in the vibes, and enjoy the food and company, you won't regret it.

J SMOOVE

The food was absolutely delicious, for being a real authentic Italian restaurant the prices are pretty fair not to mention they have very good customer service. We both got cannoli and it was very good, you can taste that they are hand made and not store bought, will definitely be coming back

Luca Giatti

Authentic Italian owned restaurant serves homemade pastas and an extensive Italian wine list. Cozy and warm feeling.

Auth Family

They had fantastic service,wonderful food and made my daughters 15th birthday special

Davis Moon

Tried Mondello for the first time last night, and it’s everything you could ask for. It has a nice family style vibe to it, but that doesn’t mean it’s just for families. We started with the bruschetta, and with tomatoes in season it was amazing. I had the gnocchi and my friend got the lasagna, portions are a perfect size…just big enough to satisfy without stuffing yourself. We didn’t try dessert, but will be back again for sure.

Youji Hong

Pasta has a delectable, springy texture. Beautifully cooked. Eager to come again :)

Malika E

Wow. Absolutely incredible show-stopping service and food. My favorite dining experience in Seattle!

Candy Richardson

Lady helped me pick out a wine..meatballs and pasta were amazing...tiramisu and coffee are the best if it has to end. My after dentist ritual

Vivy Nguyen

Mondello ristorante is one of the best Italian foods I ever had. The restaurant is very authentic and cozy. The foods is so good I can’t even decide what my favorite dishes are anymore! Both the mother and daughter are very hard workers. They also made very good desserts like cakes, pies, cookies, chocolates, etc. from scratch like how amazing is that!! The restaurant environment is very welcoming, overall I had a great dinner experience

Mikhail Ghyvoronsky

Oh mondello. I’ve been coming here with my wife for many years! Sofana, Aurelia and the team are incredible. The food warms my soul. I always say this is the coziest restaurant in all of Seattle. The charm is unmatched. This place is a hidden treasure in magnolia and secretly and selfishly I kind of want it to stay that way! Give sofana a color and she will always bring you a great glass or bottle of wine. Highly recommend.

Ayli Meyer-uri

I really wanted to love this place. It seems that it's actually owned and run by an Italian family, which helps with the authenticity. I have to say all the pastas were cooked perfectly, which is more than I can say for most Italian restaurants. The owner was friendly and sweet. However, the bathroom was in serious need of some repairs with holes in the wall and gaping ceiling sheet rock. Also, the chairs are made of a fabric that are easily stained and not easily cleaned. When we sat down at our table, there were crumbs left over on the chairs from previous patrons. The extractor fans in the kitchen seemed to not be working because the small restaurant was filled with smoke, despite the door being propped open. So overall, the food was good, but repair, cleanliness, and mechanical issues made our meal less than appetizing.

Jon Peara

The food was excellent. Nicely spiced appropriate portions. The decor is a small but nice neighborhood restaurant. They have seating inside and out with heaters. We ate there Sunday afternoon. They said they had had a very busy Saturday evening and so had none of their famous baked bread. Nor were there crackers or anything else to eat along with cheese and salad.

Zainab K

Very delicious food with great service. The restaurant itself is just so adorable. I ordered the home made ravioli.

Jonathan “Jon” Lanterman

Great little Italian restaurant in Magnolia with excellent pasta choices and a super nice waitstaff. Very reasonable prices to boot. My family will be going back!

Carla Turner

What a wonderful meal! The service was outstanding, and the food did NOT disappoint!

House Of Averell

It’s always a pleasure to be in this place, the service, the food, the wine and above all the authenticity of it. Best Italian food in Seattle.

Denice Randall

My favorite Italian restaurant!!! It’s a small family owned spot that’s perfect for celebrating special events & has definitely become our go-to! Food is always amazing (my favorite is the spaghetti alla carbonara) and if their chocolate is on the desert menu it’s a chocolate lovers heaven!!!

Alrun Burgmeier

We had a great experience at Mondello! Loved the outside seating area and they were very accommodating when it came to seating. We had Bruschetta, Lasagna and Fettuccine and it was delicious. Next time I need to save some space for desert. The cake of the day looked amazing 😃

Russell Reder

Family owned and operated, the service is friendly and accommodating. I had an exquisite halibut on squid ink pasta with tomato sauce to die for! The best Magnolia has to offer.

Shannon Moynihan

Wonderful! The staff is as welcoming and warm and their delicious in house pasta. Great wine selections and do not miss the homemade desserts! It's a neighborhood treasure!

R L

Wonderful outdoor dining experience. Children were wonderfully welcomed. A custom dish was made for us after realizing the kids Mac n cheese was made with parmesan (allergy). All dishes (except ravioli and lasagna) are available with home made gluten free pasta. Everything like I remember from Italy (with Sicilian touch). I may dine again while visiting Seattle instead of the other place I have chosen for my second night. Bella.

Nicholas Tacke

It is always such a treat to come here and definitely the best Italian food I have had in Seattle! I have been here on several occasions always to find fantastic service, a great wine list, and fresh ingredients cooked perfectly. They have outdoor seating with heaters that make even chilly nights comfortable. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a nice dinner as a date or with friends.

emily p

Placed two combo orders for pickup - the fettuccine with sausage and the fettuccine with meatballs, both with side Caesar salads. The order was ready quickly, the croutons in the salad were delicious, and the food itself was also delicious. They definitely make their pasta from scratch and you can taste the quality. I would have liked a little more sauce to dip my bread in, but it was plenty for the dish. This has been some of the better Italian food I’ve had in the Seattle area. Date night tip: we took our food to the Magnolia overlook and picnicked there. We brought our own wine (in coffee cups). It’s a gorgeous view to perfectly compliment a beautiful meal.

Deborah Price

Yum! Great food and friendly service. Good drink selection.

Luisa Williams

The food itself was absolutely delicious and I loved the atmosphere.

Carmen Decker

We have been going to this lovely, local restaurant for the past three years and it never disappoints. The owner is wonderful and the food is always amazing. Get out and support this incredible, family owned Seattle gem!

Jess Morningstar

Adorable and delicious restaurant! Took my mom here for her birthday and we had such a pleasant dinner. She is Italian but gluten free so this was a perfect option. It reminded us of our adventures in Italy. Amazing wine, superb pasta (although could have been a tad warmer), and wonderful limoncello dessert. Overall good service but still some room for improvement. Will definitely come back though!

Eden

Nice family place in the Village, fine with little ones. Good Italian staples from a real Italian family. Mama working in the kitchen every time we visit. Service was good, house wine decent. The lasagna came out cool in the middle and after sending it back it took a while to come back out, but when it did, it was piping hot.

AJ Garcia

Very nice atmosphere with great food. Highly recommend for romantic meal or an evening for conversation with friends.

Mohammed Hashim

Food here is very authentic. Everything tastes really good and much better than average italian good. The server is nice and real! Their wine selection is great.

Emma Fairbanks

Out of this world!! The freshness and authenticity are obvious. The service was personal, prompt, and professional. The fish special was a close to perfection as it gets! Instant favorite.

Catt C.

This is my boyfriend and I’s go to date spot. Every time family comes in from out of town, we take them here. Their food is ALL amazing, and if you have a sweet tooth you GOTTA try the special dessert, it changes nightly but every single one has been amazing. This is my favorite restaurant within all of Seattle!

John Freeman

A friendly, family-owned place featuring caring service, a decent wine selection, and tasty offerings. We split a beet salad with walnuts (delicious), and my wife had ravioli while I enjoyed the seafood special. All was freshly prepare and really good. Nice local vibe.

Jeremy Leishman

Good Italian food. Homely and hospitable feel, low key vibe. Staff is friendly and attentive.

Mike Schmidt

Really enjoyed two dinners here. First time we were late dining and they had ran out of lasagna, we knew we had to come back to check that out although what we ordered the first night was also delicious. Place is quirky with a definite Italian flair. We enjoyed our dining experience and felt the waitress was fun and had no problem communicating with her accent. We look forward to returning! Yes - the pasta is home made and the lasagna was delicious! The lemon gelato dessert was yummy too. This is our 'default' go-to Italian restaurant in Seattle now.

Dan Estrada

Fantastic food and wine. Fish, pasta and meat balls all exceptional. Service was as if we were in their home: warm and anticipatory. Nice selection of Italian wines with reasonable prices. Two visits thus far - both were worthy of five stars.

Natalie S

My favorite Italian restaurant in Seattle! The atmosphere is very calm and relaxing and the staff are always accommodating. I especially enjoy their homemade mushroom ravioli marsala dish paired with a glass of wine. Most plates are smaller so plan to share a salad for a full meal.

Hannah Elizabeth Dudley

Just had dinner here with my husband and our friends. The best way to sum up my experience... ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. From the amazing service, to the warm atmosphere of the restaurant, to the obviously home made spectacular pasta that didn’t break the bank! It’s so hard to find a genuine Italian restaurant, but Mondello definitely is! We are definitely going to be coming back again and again! I’d give them 10/5 stars if I could!

Ella Hatfield

Lovely and charming atmosphere, delicious authentic cuisine, and make sure you stay for dessert!

Rahul Dodhia

Always great. Professionally made pasta is so much better than home attempts. Their bruschetta, the olive oil with the bread basket, even the cake for dessert are all amazing.

Jon Parker

Came here with a friend from out of town today and we had a great lunch! I ordered the Fettuccine Con Polpette. Really authentic food (pasta is handmade very well). I will definitely be coming back. And the price is low for the high quality.

Karyn Porter

We arrived at the tale end of the dinner rush, we were seated fairly quickly at a corner table. Ordered spinach salads which actually were very tasty. We decided to try two classic Italian dishes; lasagna and spaghetti bolognese. Lasagna was good, but portion small. Spaghetti bolognese was fair. Service was good.

Kimberly Hooss

Our first time here, lovely meal and casual service, great wine selections. I always love to see minestrone on the menu and this one was great.

Joe Filoseta

One of the better local Italian restaurants in Seattle. Owners a true old country people and are actively involved in your dining experience. Wine selection is deep and varied. We were a group of six and all reported being happy with their dish.

J C

We wholeheartedly agree with the other reviews. The food is absolutely amazing. I've had good Italian food but this exceeded anything in my recollection. From the greeting to departure, everything was wonderful. I had the ravioli and my wife had spaghetti. Yummmm!

Solea Kennedy

The staff make the dining experience feel special. This is a cute little restaurant with decor that makes you fell you are in Italy. I had the Putanessca which was the best I've ever tried, I raved about it and the chef gave me tips on making it at home. My friend loved her spaghetti dish as well. The lemoncello dessert is heavenly. Not only will we be back, this very well may be our new favorite restaurant.

Michael G. Barash

Thought the food was great here and will be back again. I really enjoyed the carbonara. So many restaurants I have visited try to reinvent the dish in a show of innovation that it can be hard to find the real thing. I am grateful Mondello makes this dish correctly.

Beth Mikulka

Perhaps because I was a party of 1.5 (myself and my son), I was ignored - even though it wasn't crowded. It was overpriced and under-portioned. For a $9 glass of house red, I would expect at least a 4 ounce pour, but I was lucky if the glass was filled with even 3oz. After waiting two minutes while holding my son for them to fetch a booster seat, I already had enough time to peruse the menu, but the waitress walked off when I said I was ready to order, and then made me wait (while my son was chanting "I need food") another 7 minutes before coming to take my order. The lasagna was okay - nothing amazing to warrant the price of $19 - and it came out just less than luke warm which meant it was cold before I finished eating. I finished my glass of wine halfway through the meal, but was never approached about needing a refill. I had to go up to the counter to ask for my check, as they didn't even pay us enough mind to notice my toddler loudly stating he was and done and wanting to leave now... Multiple times (to my chagrine). I wouldn't recommend it to a friend.

Kristen M

Some of the best Italian food we have ever had. Fresh, authentic, delicious every time. Would highly recommend

Keegan Allred

Second time I've been, and it was equally divine each time. A lovely family-owned atmosphere, with decor that makes you regret looking out the window to see that you aren't in Italy. The staff is friendly, unobtrusive but helpful, and all beautiful in word and face. One of the most pleasant dining environments that I've gotten to enjoy. That said, you're probably wondering more about the food. I made the delicious decision to order carbonara my first trip, and the gnocchi in gorgonzola sauce the second. I also got to try my company's dish of mushroom ravioli. Hands down, the most delicious Italian food I have ever experienced. If you enjoy perfection as I do, you simply must go. Everything is made from scratch when ordered, and the freshness shows. I couldn't quite say if the pasta is as fresh, but it's certainly not left me wanting. I assume that it's made daily like the bread.

Josh Parker

If you want to know what it's like to eat at a local cafe in Italy, go here. The food is great, and the service and atmosphere are exactly right: just the slightest bit rough around the edges but authentic and charming. This place is legit.

Mark Hughes

Great Sicilian Italian dishes. I had the gnocchi in Alfredo sauce, soooo good. But I have to say that they should add a veggie with the dish. Pretty much a big plate of white with a few walnuts on top. I would have sacrificed a third of that gnocchi for some fresh asparagus or other good veggies. Would have made the dish that much better. But if it is pasta dishes you want, you definitely won't be disappointed!

Joseph C. Chiang

I had a date night with my girlfriend here. The vibe is fantastic, giving us a feel of Sicilian. I had their squid ink pasta and it taste amazing! Their bread is also pretty good so I would recommend this place for everyone!

Cindy Choi

A small taste of Italy not to be missed. I've been to Mondello's four times now, so here goes my review: Sofana, the owner I suppose, is a petite Italian woman who is very personable, thick with accent, and very helpful. She flits around from table to table until the rest of the wait staff shows up at 6PM or so. The food is usually very good. The flavors are well balanced, nothing dominates a dish. The Italian wine selection seems pretty good, but I'm not well versed on the differences between wines from France, Italy, Spain, Yakima, etc. Their interpretaion of tiramiso is really tasty. The daily specials can be hit and miss. The most recent halibut dish with pasta was tasty, but the halibut was very dry. This is not acceptable for a $35 dish. I will likely stick to the menu with listed prices, as the specials' prices aren't listed, and I don't believe we were told the price. The other special, which contained prawns, was very good. Overall, this is a place worth returning to. 4**** Stars

Mark Morgan

Food was good but not impressive. Service so-so. Prices ok. Higher than I thought.

rich gacer

If you ever tried your hand at authentic Italian food, Mondello Ristorante sets the standard for which you would want to aspire. The flavors, presentation and preparation deliver an experience that puts their plates above the rest. We had the Cioppino over pasta and Linguine Alle Vonogle. Both had generous servings of seafood over pasta that is rich in texture and flavor. The minestrone soup is an authentic classic too.

Garrick Olson

This place is a hidden gem in Magnolia. One of my favorite spots in Seattle for great Italian food. The Bolognese sauce is on point and the staff are some of the friendliest restaurant folks I've ever interacted with. Great service!

Arthur Kim

When going through the list of Eater's "Iconic Dishes That Define Seattle Dining" article, Mondello was the one restaurant I didn't recognize. They listed their lasagna as their signature dish. I had a business meeting coming up in the Magnolia area so I made it a point to my coworker to make a stop here for lunch. The decor is old school, almost stereotypical, Sicilian. I got their iconic lasagna while my coworker got the gnocci al gorgonzla. The lasagna wasn't just cut out of a pan and plopped down in an unappetizing square as I expected. It almost looked like it was individually baked to order (of course I know it wasn't) and then dressed with a delicious sauce. The pasta was very soft but not soggy at all. I can see why this dish is so famous now.

Sandy Landy

My boyfriend and I love this place! It is one of our favorite restaurant everything is good there. The servers and owners are so nice. They also have excellent wine choices!

seth klinger

This was some of the most fantastic homemade pasta I’ve ever had. I highly recommend the mushroom ravioli. The waitress may have come off a bit cold, but she answered all of our questions and we got everything we needed.

Patrick Harding

The atmosphere is good, the food is good. Why only three stars you my ask? Well I wish the food I ordered was not frozen but fresh. I have gone there twice and both times the lasagna was lukewarm.

John Edwards

Eaten there 5 times. Four of them were incredibly good. The pastas here are top notch. The one bad experience time was a total let down. Maybe it was just a bad night where everything seemed off and rushed Any one of the pastas will be a home run. I recommend the ravioli in marsala and the carbonara.

Barbara Grecco

We were here Friday night and a wonderful time. The pasta was probably the best I have ever had (I had the lasagna). I don't live near Magnolia, but hope the make the trip to your part of town again soon.

Gus Chan

This is one of those Italian restaurants that has high ratings but completely depends on your experiences and expectations. I could not share the same feeling from other 4stars plus reviews as the food wasn’t spectacular, nor the server who seemed to have more interested to see us finish the meal quickly as we didn’t order any wine.

David Pond

Excellent authentic Italian food. Great atmosphere and very friendly staff. It is like being welcomed into a family's home for dinner. Our favorite Italian restaurant by far. Highly recommended.

Sunset

It was very good authentic restaurant to have my birthday dinner. Pleasant Italian environment, live beautiful piano music, people who work there and the owner are very nice and friendly. Food was delicious and desserts as well. Loved this place!

Esther Suk

Mondello's was the most authentic Italian food I've had in Seattle. The ingredients were fresh and minimal, the menu recommendations were honest, and the ambiance was very warm and friendly like what you would find in Italy. It really made me miss Italy. My boyfriend and I celebrated our 5th anniversary here and our server Sofana was fabulous! We recommend the the antipasto misto(charcuterie with caprese), the cozze e vongole (mussels and clams), and any of their entrees. We chose to go with the peach sorbetto for dessert but they also have handmade gelato as well!

Ratish KP

Ravioli Al Marsala The three cheese homemade ravioli in porcini mushroom Marsala sauce. This is a very creamy delicious sauce and finger licking amazing! Fettuccine Con Salsiccia Handmade italian sausage braised in tomato sauce with ricotta cheese. This dish is bit dry including the sausage but it's delicious. Tiramisu was a dessert. Unlike other places, this one is less sweet and tastes good.

Alexandra Timpone

Absolutely amazing, authentic Italian food. Service is great too. This is our go to when hosting family and friends in town.

Michael Cook

Fantastic Italian place. I had la putanesca and it was the perfect blend of spicy and savory. Shared some delicious tiramisu as well.

Jack O'Brien

Charming staff, authentic Italian cuisine, and a romantic ambiance with a pianist that performs most nights. Definitely worth the price! I had such a great time talking with the owner's mother Ensa who is from Calabria and who also works there. I've even met the grandma, Maria, who sits at the bar most nights enjoying the music. They're so sweet! If you're in Magnolia village and you want to have a romantic night out Mondello is a no brainer.

Matt Linak

The rustic tables, Italian staff, and cozy size created a charming atmosphere. The food, prepared by an Italian woman in her 70s, tasted better than anything I have eaten in Florence or Rome. Head to Mondello for a slow four-course meal. Don't skip dessert and say yes to the wine.

Bryan O

To go lasagna and a delicious beet gorgonzola salad, hell yes! I've been here a few times and the customer service is great, the staff are super friendly, and the food is always good.

Chelsea Snodgrass

Great homemade pastas at a great price. Very good wine and salad as well. I loved the ambiance, small neighborhood restaurant, with the cooks in view in the back and a guy strumming away on the guitar.

Michael Weigand

The service and food were amazing. We followed our servers advice on drinks and we're very happy with her suggestions. I will easily recommend Mondello to my friends.

McKenna Dowdell

The carbonara was amazing and so authentic! They whole experience was lovely.

Eric Hougan

Delicious food with warm service. Will be back soon.

Nicole McKinney

All I can say is WOW. I can't believe I'm just now trying this place. Cozy atmosphere and traditional Italian cuisine. I have found a new favorite and I highly recommend trying this hidden gem out if you have not already! We will be back very soon.

Samuel Richardson

Very nice family style authentic Italian restaurant. The food was very nice for a decent price. And I really loved the atmosphere and the decor. Not too crowded for a rainy Saturday noon.

Alyssa J

My favorite Italian place in Seattle! The owner walks around and chats with you and truly takes pride in the food and restaurant experience.

Loui Lindsay

Very best, friendly, fabulous food. Last week he attended a wedding, a charming venue, a great dinner, a chef and his lovely wife. For me, 5 stars!

Sandra Rochon

My friend and I wandered into Mondello one day and they were just closing their lunch hour. They were gracious enough to seat us, prepare a wonderful lunch and smile while we drank a glass of chianti and chatted. A lovely experience and I would go back in a heartbeat.

Helen Ramirez

Incredible atmosphere. Attentive service is a plus.

Soumen Hajra

It is an authentic Italian cuisine, casual, romantic atmosphere, fresh ingredients, takeout, gluten free pasta, charming Italian place. I will remember Food and flavor years to come.. Thank you all for serving nice dinner.

Jude Coelho

Good food. Expensive. Zero help by the waiter in helping us figure out what to order. She basically didn't understand English as I had to point to the menu to show. Ended up googling the names of the dishes to figure it out.

Wes Saunders

Really good dinner. Great prices and customer service. A little gem deserving of your time and money

Bill Whitham

My husband and I had a wonderful time at Mondello Ristorante. We had the lasagna it is the best. My husband's comment was I forgot how much I love this. Thank you goes to Mondello Ristorante for a great evening.

Being Brian

Amazing Italian food, authentic, not sugar saturated, no complaints, well maybe a bit pricier but all Italian food is.

Inge Huys

This is heaven!!! Very friendly owner and staff!!! Delicious food and many gluten free options!!!

Maxwell Nguyen

Nice authentic Italian hole in the wall restaurant. Our server Sofana was honest about the menu. The food was made with fresh ingredients.

Edward Richards

Went for lunch and it was great food and large portion sizes. Came with soup or salad and had more the enough leftovers for lunch the next day. Service was great. Also has a full bar and tv's for sporting events

Ezra Photias

Very good fresh food! Very nice people, kind of loud and everyone is every close together though. Would go again next time, and is very Italian and welcoming .

Dennis Kornbluh

Excellent Italian restaurant run by an Italian family. Pleasant ambience, great food, attentive service. I had the pasta salsiccia, made with homemade sausages, and, mama mia, molto bene!

Priscilla Signorelli

Went there twice, a year apart when visiting out daughter. They were awesome, the food was fantastic. Unfortunately our daughter moved back to So Cal.

Isaiah Collins

Gnocchi is filling and perfectly balanced in flavor

Peter Wiant

Wonderful, family-owned Italian restaurant. Super sweet owners.

Chris Popiel

Incredible food and extremely friendly staff. The owners make everyone feel like family! Highest recommendation to eat here!

Adam Ware

Just ok. A little informal for the price.

Aidee Orbegozo

If you want to travel to Italy without leaving Seattle, Mondello is the place to go. Pleasant atmosphere, great fresh pasta, excellent wine, and overall, meet the owners.

Roydyn C

Great service and good food. They need better ventilation in the kitchen, which causes the dining area to smell like the kitchen, so I recommend sitting outside.

Jonathan Aguilar

Our waitress was so helpful and explained the specials really well. It will always be our favorite Italian restaurant in Seattle!

Keely Shaw

Great experience start to finish. Welcoming, delicious, nice ambiance, accessible, not pretentious and a go-to Italian restaurant. Look forward to going back!

Debi Grace

Very good food. Nice, friendly staff. Comfortable environment.

Carrie Towey

Bit pricey, homemade gnocchi for $20. Pretty small, better for couples than with kids.

Shelby Matyjasik

The food was absolutely amazing! I felt like I was eating in Italy. A wonderful atmosphere to sit, relax and enjoy.

Kaytlyn Scheideman

Loved the food and the service. Felt like you were family. Will be back again soon! Highly recommend!

Megan Brown nydegger

Hidden gem! Delicious pasta and all the staff is so warm and welcoming!

Steven Banks

Intimate with great ambiance. Service was great, food was great. Highly recommend it if you are in the mood for Italian. I also recommend you get a reservation.

Raemarie Schibsted

Excellent friendly service. The food was beyond delicious & the indoor outdoor seating was a great choice! 👍

Ian Murray

Atmosphere felt like the Mediterranean coast. Met the owner of the restaurant. Good service. Really good lasagna.

Joe Kulesza

A lovely little space in Magnolia for a date. Reminded us of being in Italy. Lasagna was delicious. Go try it now!

Allison S

Best marsala sauce I have ever had! And the homemade cheesecake was divine.

Stephen Tatasciore

Pretty good food. I didn't like the black ink squid I had but the appetizers were good. I would try this restaurant again although it was pretty expensive.

Jodi Decker

Wonderful food and service. Warm and friendly atmosphere 🙂. I felt like I was back visiting Italy again! …

Kevin Ibarra

Beautiful little family restaurant, with the most amazing food! Definitely worth a try if you're thinking about it!

dylan g groshart

Amazing food, and amazing customer service. If you are in magnolia its definably worth a trip

S.Y. Park

A cosy spot for good Italian food. Cheese plate and wines are good, and pasta are tasty and well priced. Family friendly restaurant.

DON

The best experience and the best Italian food I've ever had!! Can't wait to go back again!

Mica Weaver

quaint atmosphere makes everyone feel like family. delicious, authentic Italian food that will definitely bring me back for more.

Tim Hesterberg

Terrific Italian food; we started coming here after a two week vacation in Tuscany and Liguria, it reminds us of the great food there.

Susan DeBoer

First time there, the food was very good. Had the rosotto with mussles and was in heaven with the wonderful connolle. Wonderful atmosphere

Byron Bekins

Authentic Italian dining experience in a romantic setting. Warm and welcoming family owned restaurant.

Coby Cagle

Very hospitable and friendly staff. The food is amazing. A perfect place for a romantic date or a family meal.

Lucas França de Oliveira

Amazing Italian food. The lasagna is perfect.

Ddd H. R.

The owner made us feel welcomed and appreciated. The food was excellent.

Pat Nolan

Not thrilled with the service or food.

Tobias Gelston

Funky little Italian place with very salty food. We each ordered a different item and it was all really salty, like someone accidentally poured salt on the food salty.

Jeff Flagel

Always the best Italian food! Great family owned bistro.

Nicholas Greenwood

Owners personally thanked me for visiting their restaurant. Oh yeah and the gnocchi might be the best I’ve ever had!

Dale Brayden

Very good service - friendly and attentive. Zuppa zucca was amazing (seasonal, probably). We will definitely be back.

Bill Ruddick

Great home style Italian food in Seattle area. Quaint setting and friendly staff.

Katharine Adame

Went during lunch and were the only group there. Waitress seemed very disinterested. Lasagna was cold in the middle.

Bella Welch

My favorite place to relax and enjoy the scenery.

Andrei Cojuhar

Italian atmosphere, friendly old lady at the bar smiling at all the guests coming in and out! Great drinks

Nicole Persson

Amazing food, great service. Moved out of Magnolia and still come back for meals here.

Kim Himmelmann

Nicer family places with friendly staff and great food.

Matte Bailey

Fantastic food and a friendly owner who made a point to introduce himself to us. We will definitely be back!

Agent Seattle

Amazing! Super cute inside, the perfect date night location. Feels like you are in Italy! It helps that the grandma

Annette de Soto

We love the consistently tasty offerings at Mondello. And the family that runs the restaurant are wonderfully welcoming.

Alex R

Everything was excellent. Didn't realize until after we left, but they forget to make my espresso.

Steve M

Delicious authentic Italian food and charm including the people.

Tyler Vrooman

Yummy, but hard to get in at times and even with a reservation isn't fast to get seated. Good atmosphere.

Mike S

The pasta dishes are fresh and delicious!

Rich Blakeman

Delicious food, casual home-feeling restaurant barely out of downtown in a great neighborhood!

Chris Elliott

Great selection and staff. Wonderful wines by the glass

Jeff Richards

An amazing, authentic Italian restaurant. Bring them your business. 💯 …

Hana

Surpassed my expectations, homemade pasta and lovely wines...yummy. Turn off the google machine and just go!

S Mac

One of my faves! Good authentic Italian food and atmosphere.

Isaac Wolfe

Nice Food

Rod Spencer

Wonderful, quiet, and laid back with delicious food.

Marcus Naramore

Outstanding food and incredible Sicilian atmosphere!

Tracy Holmes

Lovely atmosphere, delicious food, wonderful service!

Alanna Ho

It's OK the pasta I had wasn't flavourful and neither was my husbands. I don't think I'll be back.

Céline Morello

Very nice atmosphere, lovely staff and delicious cuisine! :)

jason stucky

Always great food and the family and staff make this place always warm and inviting.

Andrea Allievi

You can eat very good food. It is a bit expensive like the most Seattle places....

Jacqueline Corr

Wonderful food & friendly staff. The lasagna was the best!

Charles Whitmore Jr.

Great service, wonderful specials, reasonable prices. 'Atsa some good Italian

Claire Butwinick

The sous chef, Noah Genatossio is so handsome. 10/10 would recommend.

Lizzie Cellino

So delicious and unique. Pure Italian food.

Doug Browning

Great food. Definitely going again

v h

Small cozy place, with great food and solid wine selection.

Joe Weber

Delicious food. Excellent service. Welcoming atmosphere.

Adam Dow

Best Italian food in Magnolia!

Kaci Danielle

Amazing service and excellent authentic Sicilian food!

Julie Troisch

Always have wonderful food and great service. Always a good time!

Justin Parrish

Food was amazing and the service was acceptable.

Vivien Yeh

I love their salad so fresh & tasty!

Aaron Emery Leiendecker

Food was absolutely exceptional.

Trevor Tinker

The Spaghetti Carbonara was outstanding and the atmosphere is very nice.

Sydney Gerig

Love this tiny old Italian place. Really excellent food.

Jody LeWitter

Homey family run Italian restaurant with very good food.

Dalya Faeq

Trust me, you want to visit this place. Everything is good!

Debojit Bose

Authentic Italian food with nice service

Lillian Baer

Always great food, enjoyable atmosphere.

Kevin Carrabine

Unbelievably good and fresh Italian, with great service.

Armin Rahbar

Food is great

Pete Heine

Delicious, fresh, authentic Italian.

Liz Aderhold

Good homemade pasta and great service

Vicki Whipple

Authentic! Finally found a good Italian spot in Seattle.

Andrew x

Great service and superb food!

Lea Binkley

One of our very favorites. Perfect every time.

Atharva Agashe

Amazing Italian food very authentic

Paula Gambardella

This was the best authentic Italian food!

Skip Smith

Amazing food, amazing service, and amazing ambiance!

Tanya Grant

So tasty! Great service.

kurt owen

Corino and AnnaSophia always make the experience special.

Sara Pelfrey

Amazing food and incredible service!

Don McMillan

Authentic, reasonably priced, and lots of fun.

Betty Dickey

Great food great service

Cindy Harmon

The lentil soup is awesome!

Glenn Quinones

The mother/daughter are hilarious!!!

Eric Sysak

Really good and authentic Italian

Naushad Janmohamed

Amazing food Incredibles service

Chris DeLay

Charming restaurant with good food.

Clarice Ochoa

Lasagna was dreamy delicious.

Tracy Aiken

Lovely family owned Italian in Seattle

Brian Lee

Very authentic and tasty!

Jeremy Weiss

Best gnocchi ever

Ken Copper

True Italian dining experience

Paula Stokes

Lovely neighborhood gem.

L B

Delicious

Dmitry Sadakov

Cosy

Abel Pasaye

Bomb

Noah G

Great Italian food

Heather Lee

Great food

Ed Alejandro

Great food

Natale McLaughlin

Excellent food

David Fitzgerald

The best!!!!!

Jill Brogan

Hands down my favorite restaurant in Seattle. It wins on all front-- ambiance, service, menu selection, location and price point. I've felt welcome every time I've come through the door and like I'm back in my Aunties house for Sunday night dinners.The gnocchi are little pillows of heaven in the tastiest Gorgonzola cream sauce. I've had the salmon dish more than once and it's always cooked just right. Love the cannoli, can't get enough Tiramisu. What's not there to like? Yum....

Jane Illario

Delicious food, charming space, and great neighbourhood. Love all the pastas I’ve tried here, have been multiple times and the lasagna, mushroom ravioli, and all the seafood options have all been amazing. The bread served at the table always feels warm and fresh, and the ambiance of the space is always cozy and romantic. It’s a family run restaurant, and you can really tell with how well the staff knows the menu. The neighbourhood is super quaint, and there has always been seating available for late-evening dining. Lots of parking on the street in front and they have a cute patio for summer dining! The one miss for me was the tiramisu — the coffee flavour wasn’t pronounced and lady fingers were soggy. Otherwise all the food has been great. Looking forward for being back!

Sara Olson

This is hands down the best Italian restaurant in Seattle! This is the real deal - fresh homemade pasta, amazing sauces, and cannoli!! The Sicilian flare is distinct, both in the richness of the food and the warm hospitality of the staff. For Italians in Seattle: even if I'm not Italian, my 16 years in the Bel Paese make me almost an expert :) I recommend going to Mondello for a taste of home.

RICARDO BERNAL

Excellent Lasagna, I really liked that it is a traditional family restaurant, and that it is attended by its members

Dr. Ryan

A true Italian place, complements the food.

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