Vendemmia

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   Martha

   Seattle

   33 reviews

   4.0

   33 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   We went for Valentine’s Day and were disappointed with the food. If the four appetizers, only one was really good. The others were interesting in description, but rather bland in taste. The pasta course was good, but again- nothing to write home about. For the main course, the beef was very good and the scallops were perfectly cooked but somewhat bland. The red velvet cake for dessert was excellent
   

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   Stephen

   Denver

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 1

   We had high hopes for a special Valentine’s dinner at Vendemmia, but the experience fell flat in ways we didn’t anticipate. The first red flag? Our table. We were tucked away in what can only be described as a back industrial room disguised as part of the restaurant—except we had the unfortunate privilege of sitting next to a supply closet. Nothing quite sets the mood for a romantic evening like the hum of restaurant storage looming nearby. This kind of seating arrangement should absolutely be disclosed in advance, especially at this price point. Unfortunately, the food didn’t do much to salvage the experience. The prix-fixe menu felt uninspired and, at times, disappointing. The crudo tasted stale, the steak arrived cold, and while the scallops were one of the few highlights, they weren’t enough to turn the meal around. The dishes weren’t necessarily bad, but for a restaurant that prides itself on elevated dining, they were strikingly forgettable. The pacing of the courses was well-executed, and our waiter was polite and professional, but those were the only redeeming factors of the night. And here’s where things get even more interesting. We later found out that another couple, who dined at a completely different restaurant under the same ownership group (General Harvest Restaurants), expressed nearly the exact same underwhelming experience—right down to an almost identical menu featuring wagyu and scallops. So not only was our meal underwhelming, but it also seems like it was mass-produced across multiple locations. At the end of the day, the only one truly getting wined and dined was General Harvest Restaurants, playing the role of Capitalist Cupid, shooting arrows straight into our wallets. And based on what we’ve heard, they were more than happy to play matchmaker at multiple locations, setting up couples with the same overpriced, uninspired meal all across town.
   

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   Neil

   Seattle

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The remodel is great, and the menu is even greater right now. One of the best restaurants in Seattle, hands-down. Sylvain and team make you feel at home and never disappoint.
   

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   susan

   VIP

   Seattle

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on February 3, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fabulous on all levels!! Our favorite go-to restaurant. One can always count on a lovely evening here
   

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   Jana

   VIP

   Seattle

   26 reviews

   5.0

   26 reviews

   Dined on January 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   If I could give 6 stars I would. This was the most beautiful dinner with fun and attentive staff, and interesting fellow diners! The New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe four course dinner blew our minds. Honestly they could have charged another $25 per person easily; but we were stunned by the inventive and yet reliably tasty courses from start to finish. So happy to write this review for them - they deserve it!
   

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   Clarke

   VIP

   Seattle

   155 reviews

   5.0

   155 reviews

   Dined on January 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was fabulous! I was at the bar as usual but still had the New Years Eve menu. (&, you who know me I have half home with me!) and ran into several friends! An excellent evening!
   

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   Bradley

   Seattle

   14 reviews

   4.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on December 24, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Food here is always a 10. Service is typically stellar; might have missed a few opportunities tonight. We will be back!
   

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   Michael

   Seattle

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on December 22, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   As always, great food and great service. I’ll keep coming back to this gem.
   

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   Clarke

   VIP

   Seattle

   155 reviews

   5.0

   155 reviews

   Dined on December 18, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   If you follow me you see I'm a regular at Vendemmia. Why? Because of the excellent service and excellent food. This evening I want to mention all: the squash soup was good, As always the spaghetti pomodoro was excellent, classic, as always. If you know me I say braise meat should be like candy ... The Braised beef short ribs were some of the best candy I've ever had anywhere! Fabulous! Will be looking forward the reopening in February (They;re closed in January for renovations) Well worth any trip to get there! Top of the line Italian
   

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    hunter

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    Amazing food! I’m never disappointed here. But loud and very few tables. But maybe that’s the charm of this place;)
    

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