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Paolo's Italian Restaurant, Kent, WA

Paolo's Italian Restaurant

4.6
4.6
1287 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
For more than 20 years, Paolo’s has been bringing the taste of Italy to Kent. Paul Raftis founded the restaurant after growing up learning to cook along side his mother, Darlene Raftis. He enjoys the open kitchen he can chat with guests as he works. He never tires of hearing "It smells so good in here!" As a marathoner, he is living proof that that you can eat Italian and be healthy. In fact, one of his signature dishes, "Fettucine Paolo" was featured in Runner's World magazine. "It's one of the dishes I developed, it has no cream in it, no butter." It's a delicious pasta dish that utilizes olive oil, garlic, chicken stock, garlic, balsamic vinegar, sundried tomatoes, artichokes, and chicken. So whether it's bruschetta, cioppino, pizza, or spaghetti and meatballs, Paul thanks each of you for choosing to dine here.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (253) 850-2233
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Raftis
  • Catering
    Choose from a variety of dishes that can be picked up or delivered (server optional) to groups of 10 or more hungry guests. Select from appetizers, hors d’oeuvres, salads, entrees, and desserts.
  • Private party facilities
    $1,000 minimum, dinner menu onlySaturday and Sunday only, finish by 3:30pm3-day notice preferredCall for more details
  • Neighbourhood
    Kent
  • Cross Street
    240th
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    King County Metro routes 160 and 168
  • Additional
    Beer, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,287 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South of Seattle

    Best Overall

  • South of Seattle

    Best Food

  • South of Seattle

    Best Service

  • South of Seattle

    Best Value

  • South of Seattle

    Hot spot

  • South of Seattle

    Neighbourhood gem

  • South of Seattle

    Great for fine wines

  • South of Seattle

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Paolo's Italian Restaurant is a local gem known for its "delicious food" and "genuinely friendly" service, making it an ideal spot for special occasions. Guests rave about the homemade, phenomenal dishes and the extensive gluten-free options. Although occasionally busy, the "wonderful atmosphere" and attentive staff ensure a memorable dining experience.

1,287 Reviews
  1. Andrew

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family and I had a great experience tonight. The server was warm and friendly with my family and especially my little toddler who she was extra attentive to. Bread hit the table with waters immediately as well as water in a kids cup for my son without having to ask along with crayons and his order taken early. Our server provided menu recommendations and showed me some insider tips on how she likes to add shrimp to the scallops pasta, she was right as it was delicious! The rest of my family enjoyed their meal. They even called us after we left our credit card there. This is the kind of service even the top most restaurants would kill to see. Paolos, we love ya!

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  2. Mary

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I am never disappointed in the quality and goodness of the food served. Highly recommend.

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  3. Ashleigh

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food with amazing service. Highly recommend if you’re looking For great Italian food

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  4. Dean

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Italian fare is fantastic. Everything on the menu is delicious! The service is impeccable! One of our favorite places to dine!

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  5. Brenda

    Hawaii

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The waitress was overworked and quite unpleasant. Kept forgetting to bring coffee that was ordered early on as well as other items.

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  6. Simon

    Seattle

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Extremely slow service. Looks like the waiters don't look around to see if people have needs. They do their regular ceremony of getting orders but if you need things they pass by and don't pay attention to your table at all. Over two hours for a main course is too much waiting time.

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  7. Michael

    Seattle

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dining experience as always! Quality, fresh ingredients. The Italian Onion Soup is THE BOMB!

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  8. Cindy

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious I got the shrimp Alfredo and it was wonderful, we got pumpkin cheesecake for dessert, it was amazing! Service was great, if you haven’t been here yet I recommend it, it was my first time here.

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  9. Amy

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was really nice and the food was amazing

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  10. Mike

    Seattle

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Paola’s is a local gem. Don’t let the simple exterior fool you. The food is great, service is friendly and fun, and a wonderful atmosphere.

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FAQs

Paolo's Italian Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Paolo's Italian Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (253) 850-2233.

Paolo's Italian Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1287 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Paolo's Italian Restaurant

23810 104th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98031

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    240th
  • Neighbourhood
    Kent
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    King County Metro routes 160 and 168
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Raftis
  • Additional
    Beer, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (253) 850-2233
  • Catering
    Choose from a variety of dishes that can be picked up or delivered (server optional) to groups of 10 or more hungry guests. Select from appetizers, hors d’oeuvres, salads, entrees, and desserts.
  • Private party facilities
    $1,000 minimum, dinner menu onlySaturday and Sunday only, finish by 3:30pm3-day notice preferredCall for more details
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