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IL BISTRO, Seattle, WA

IL BISTRO

4.6
4.6
2232 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 33 times today
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Regional American (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
    (206) 682-3049
  • Website
    http://ilbistro.net/
  • 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
  • Location
    93A Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98101
  • Neighbourhood
    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 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
    Join us as we invite the Jacob Zimmerman 3 every Thursday night for live Jazz, 830p to 1130pm. Reservations until 9:30pm.

Menu

Seasonal Offerings

$14

  • I Wish I Could Hug You

    Beet infused Gin, Aperol, Sfumato, Lemon, Honey

    • She Bangs

      Gin, Ancho Reyes Verde, Pineapple, Coconut, Habenero, Prickly Pear

      • Il Senno

        Fernet Branca, Lime, Blackberry, Framboise, Hopped Grapefruit

        • Scraped Knee

          Aquavit, Elderflower, Cucumber, Passion Fruit, Prosecco, Lemon

          House Mainstays

          $13

          • Honey Stinger

            Vodka, Lemon, Honey, Fresh Ginger, Angostura

            • Decisive Action

              Mezcal, Lemon Juice, Aperol, Amaro Del Capo

              • Rutherford

                Bourbon, Nardini Bassano, Meletti Amaro, Benedictive

                • Southpaw

                  Rye Whiskey, Averna, Maraschino, Cardamom, Angostura

                  Names You Know

                  $13

                  • The Last Word

                    Gin, Maraschino, Lime, Green Chartreuse

                    • The Daquiri

                      House Rum Blend, Lime, Sugar, Bitters

                      • The Old Fashioned

                        House Whiskey Blend, Sugar, Bitters

                        Birra

                        $6

                          Draught Beer

                          • Bale Breaker Field 41 ~ Pale Ale ~ Yakima, WA ~ 5.2% ABV

                            • Peroni ~ Lager ~ Italy ~ 5.6% ABV

                              • Breakside Wanderlust ~ IPA ~ Seattle ~ 6.2% ABV

                                Bottled Beer

                                • Menabrea ~ Lager ~ Italy ~ 4.8% ABV

                                  • Everybody's Brewing Mountain Mama ~ Citra Pale Ale ~ White Salmon, WA ~ 5.8% ABV

                                    • Pyramid ~ Hefeweizen ~ Seattle ~ 5.2% ABV

                                      • Deschutes Fresh Squeezed ~ IPA ~ Oregon ~ 6.4% ABV

                                        • Guinness ~ Stout ~ Ireland ~ 4.3% ABV

                                          • Locust Original Dry Cider ~ Cider ~ Seattle, WA ~ 6.0% ABV

                                            • Clausthaler ~ Non-Alcoholic ~ Germany ~ 0% ABV

                                              Wine by the Glass

                                                Spumante

                                                • Benvolio ~ Prosecco ~ Veneto NVUS$9.75

                                                  • Vietti "Cascinetta" ~ Moscato ~ Piemonte 2017US$9.25

                                                    Champagne

                                                    • Veuve Clicquot ~ Yellow Label NVUS$28.00

                                                      Cremant D'Alsace

                                                      • Lucien Albrecht Brut Rose ~ Methode Classique ~ Alsace NVUS$16.00

                                                        White

                                                        • Ryan Patrick ~ Riesling ~ Columbia Valley 2017US$8.75

                                                          • Bollini ~ Pinot Grigio ~ Trentino 2016US$10.25

                                                            • Costamolino ~ Vermentino ~ Serdinia 2019US$9.25

                                                              • Three Rivers ~ Chardonnay ~ Columbia Valley 2014US$10.75

                                                                • Chateau St. Michelle ~ Sauvignon Blanc ~ Columbia Valley 2018US$11.25

                                                                  Rosato

                                                                  • Les Dauphins ~ Cotes du Rhone ~ France 2018US$11.25

                                                                    Red

                                                                    • La Piuma ~ Maontepulciano d'Abruzzo 2016US$10.75

                                                                      • Three Rivers ~ Cabernet Sauvignon ~ Napa 2018US$10.75

                                                                        • Bastioni ~ Chianti Classico 2016US$10.75

                                                                          • Stoller ~ Pinot Noir ~ Oregon 2017US$16.00

                                                                            • Scaia ~ Corvina Veronese ~ Veneto 2016US$10.75

                                                                              • Il Fauno di Arcanum ~ Super Tuscan 2014US$18.00

                                                                                Last updated: February 3, 2022

                                                                                What 2,232 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
                                                                                • 4.6Food
                                                                                • 4.6Service
                                                                                • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                • 4.4Value

                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                • Seattle / Eastern Washington

                                                                                  Romantic

                                                                                • Seattle

                                                                                  Romantic

                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                Il Bistro shines as a charming Italian gem in Seattle, promising "amazing service and amazing food" with a romantic ambiance perfect for special occasions. Located near Pike Place Market, it boasts "huge portions" and "authentic Italian" flavors. A favorite spot for locals and tourists, its "excellent house wine" and attentive staff make every visit memorable.

                                                                                2,232 Reviews

                                                                                1. Freddi

                                                                                  Seattle

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  1.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 1
                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                  3. Service 1
                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                  Sorry Bistro, but I paid $318 for the most mediocre meal that I have ever eaten. Our waitress was not welcoming at all, she would come by every 3 min asking if we were ready and not even give us time to order. My wife asked for a sweet drink and it came spicy as hell? Although the ambience was relaxing, we were promised live music that didn’t even start playing until 1800, we got there at 1700. It was extremely disappointing in every way and I can’t help but regret every penny spent. I recommend to anyone that is planning to eat out in Seattle, that they avoid this place. If I can get a refund, I would.

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                                                                                2. Ron

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Seattle

                                                                                  10 reviews

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  10 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Extremely expensive. $20 for a glass of house wine!

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                                                                                3. Jamie

                                                                                  London

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Absolutely fantastic first experience at Il Bistro. 12/10 stars!

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                                                                                4. Jason

                                                                                  Los Angeles

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Hannah was a wonderful server! Food was delicious, would definitely come back!

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                                                                                5. Daniel

                                                                                  Seattle

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  This was the perfect romantic (early) Valentines dinner for us! the food was delicious...possibly the best rack of lamb and sautéed calamari that we've had, here, or in Italy! The ambiance was perfect - lower light and sound levels, and smooth jazz (every Thursday evening). And Katie's service was amazing, including her ability to match the perfect bottle of Barbera to our tastes and meal! In business for 50 years, and still the utmost is cast, quality, service, and value. Magnifico!

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                                                                                6. Michael

                                                                                  St. Louis

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                   Overall a great dining experience with great food and good service. The ambience was very much high end Italian. Our only complaint was they need much better signage for out of town tourists. The front entrance is difficult to find because you have to walk down from street level. Our GPS took us to the approximate location however it took another 10 minutes of walking around in the rain to finally find the main entrance. Just some signage on the street level would help out greatly. I've seen other reviews that was complaining about the same thing. perhaps put a map and detailed directions on the website to keep the frustration level down.

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                                                                                7. Douglas

                                                                                  Seattle

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Never a bad experience! Romantic from the start with the lighting and decor, rose pedals on the table for our anniversary upon arrival. Food is always five star and the staff very courteous and nice. I had the special occasion for my wife, mom, and grandmother and Il Bistro were more than able to deliver.

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                                                                                8. Dani

                                                                                  Seattle

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on February 8, 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Amazing experience. Delicious food, freshly made. Service was spectacular! 10 out of 10!

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                                                                                9. Mark

                                                                                  Seattle

                                                                                  17 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  17 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on February 5, 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Service was knowledgeable and prompt. Food delivery was smooth, food was great.

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                                                                                10. Shar

                                                                                  Seattle

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on January 31, 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  10/10 food service and atmosphere were all phenomenal

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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 4.6 stars by 2232 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 33 times today

                                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                Google Map for IL BISTRO

                                                                                93A Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98101

                                                                                Dining areas

                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                • Cross Street
                                                                                  First Avenue
                                                                                • Neighbourhood
                                                                                  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, Regional American (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
                                                                                • Website
                                                                                  http://ilbistro.net/
                                                                                • Phone number
                                                                                  (206) 682-3049
                                                                                • 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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