Cantinetta Bellevue

We were pretty excited about trying this place out after hearing multiple friends suggest this place. We really like the appetizers and the drinks that we started off with. Our server kept asking us if we had enough food and suggesting we also order a bread which we ended up agreeing to. The bread wasn't bad but we were kind of disappointed that it wasn't just included with the meal or that a couple pieces didn't come with the clams or the other appetizer. We didn't think it was anything special. The rigatoni was too soft and pretty oily and fell short of our expectations. The zeppole was a nice way to finish off the meal - it was delicious. The atmosphere is pretty vibey and a nice place to celebrate. Overall we would come back for the appetizer, drinks, and dessert. However, the pasta (which we had such high hopes for) was pretty disappointing and the servers weren't that friendly and rather pushy in getting us to order more food.

My friends and I went here for Seattle food week and the food was great! We each got different items and all had a great experience. The service was the best thing. One man kept checking in to help fill our waters and let us pick our utensils for dessert. This is a great place if you're looking to have a special occasion since the vibe of the location is very romantic. It was fun to go as friends but definitely more a date spot.

Beautiful, elegant atmosphere that would remind you of being in Italy. Impeccable service. The menu is small, with so many yummy creations that I wanted all of them. The wine list has many first class wines to choose to pair with dinner. Although my pasta with sausage was heavy with too much olive oil, it was still delicious and I will return again.

My husband took me here for my birthday dinner. The setting was very intimate. Food was good. Server was nice. Overall a great dining experience!

We came here to celebrate my husbands birthday and I guess we should have chosen a different establishment. The food was so-so it lacked flavor and the was very pedestrian. We asked if they had any specials and were told no even though they were apparently participating in Seattle restaurant week. We were unable to get a reservation via Open Table however AMEX was able to secure us a reservation. Strange because the restaurant was empty for the first hour we were there. I don't think we will return as for the price point there are MANY other options in the area that are much better! One is right around the corner and they are STELLAR in comparison.

Seems we end up here about once a year and the food is always great, and the service top notch. The menu is never large, but what they do have is always very good. I love pasta with a nice hearty meat sauce, or Italian sausage so I often get what ever pasta with their short rib marinara, or Italian sausage. This time they had home made gnocchi with gnocchi-sized balls of Italian sausage. I was wonderfully perfect; the gnocchi's were like little pillows of love, soft and creamy, with just the right amount of "tooth". We also had the bread plate, the burrata, and the roasted beets. One comment on the burrata, it does not come with any bread or crostini; they expect you to also order the bread plate (baguette, focaccia, olive oil & balsamic).No photos from me, as there are many already here on Yelp.I highly recommend Cantinetta, but you should know that 1) they are usually packed so you need reservations; a week at least in advance if Fri or Sat night. 2) parking is gawd awful, so get there plenty early to hunt around forever for street parking; not unusually to park 2 blocks away.

Some different cocktails on the list, and had two of them. They were good, but I think the hibiscus margarita was my fave. The risotto was creamy and seasoned perfectly. Burrata was fresh, but tomatoes were slightly too ripe for my taste. Steak was seasoned perfectly. Loved the melon and prosciutto.Cons: really loud, and parking on a sunny weekend was brutal. Sitting by the door meant car lights flashed in my friend's eyes a lot.

Not really going to comment on the service, straight into the food:Pappardelle that I had was very delicious, this alone deserves a 5 star. However, I do think that the portion is slightly less than desired. For the price of $25 I expected more food Tagliarini on the other hand was also really good, but I will only give this a 4 star. It is very delicious but if you keep eating it then it becomes a little too much. Too greasy and cheesy, I'd love to have more veggie or other refreshment to cleanse the pallet.Definitely do not recommend the bread, not good and that's about it. $6 for these 4 is definitely not worth.

Horrible service! No water refill at all. I asked desert menu and then wait for 15 minutes. my waitress passed by 5+ times but never brought the menu. I then asked again, she said sure and left. I started to think it might be not enough menus. waited for another 5 minutes, the waitress came and it turns out there are dozens of menu just on the table next to us. I do not understand why she didn't offer menu in first ask or second. She was empty hand all the time and only need to turn around to get the menu. Maybe just discrimination, or I can not think a reason.

Great service! Yummy drinks and fantastic in house made pasta. We got parking easily in old bellevue.