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Altura

Italian Restaurant$$$$

Capitol Hill, Seattle

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Altura

8.2^/10

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"my birthday dinner and tried the 5 course tasting menu"(4 Tips)
"... ragu of lamb, or pappardelle with with braised tripe, oxtail, or both."(2 Tips)
"If available, get the gnocchi ragu."(2 Tips)
"Excellent service!"(2 Tips)

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Chris FurnissDecember 18, 2014
Only ever order the tasting menu. Sit at the counter if you can. If they offer you specials, always say yes. Trust them implicitly and you'll have one of the best meals of your life.
EaterJanuary 21, 2013
Chef Nathan Lockwood was most recently at supper club The Ruins. Now he has his own little spot on Capitol Hill, serving seasonal Italian with Northwest flourishes. [Eater 38 Member]
Brandon WestFebruary 15, 2020
If Michelin rated Seattle, I bet this place would get two stars. Fantastic experience all around and amazing food. Best restaurant I've been to in Seattle so far.
ChrisJuly 15, 2018
Tasting menu is pretty cool and inventive. Your choice of classic wine pairing, "modern" with mixed drinks and beer, and non-alcoholic pairing. Excellent service!
Thomas GreenJanuary 8, 2014
Definitely not a two dollar sign restaurant as this site suggests. Take out a mortgage on the home. Lots and lots of fresh truffles and very, almost too, complex dishes. The desserts were the best.
Jackie WestsideNovember 5, 2016
Went out of my way during my weekend Seattle trip to come here. Absolutely worth it. What experience you have here is not one you'll forget.
Kevin DNovember 1, 2014
The Pappardelle may be the best thing I have ever eaten. Great presentation, and great food overall. Definitely a place that I'll go back to.
Emperor ConstantinMay 8, 2019
Absolutely THE best restaurant in Seattle at this time. It's Italian inspired but don't expect the standard fare.
KamsicleMay 15, 2013
I went here for my birthday dinner and tried the 5 course tasting menu, absolutely delicious. Sit at the bar to watch the chef work his magic.
Neil ChurcherMarch 18, 2023
The food here is excellent. The staff are brilliant, the atmosphere informal. One of the we best in the PNW
Kyle FletcherJanuary 18, 2014
Very excellent foodie experience. It was great to sit at the bar and watch the chef cook. Careful, it's expensive, but worth it.
minniemonOctober 9, 2015
try: gnocchi with a rich Abruzzese ragu of lamb, or pappardelle with with braised tripe, oxtail, or both.
Alex GMay 26, 2016
The three course menu was amazing
RyanJuly 28, 2015
Excellent tasting menu. Wish they didn't make you pick only 3 courses
Elan LevyJuly 8, 2017
Great food, worst service. More than 20 minutes between courses, Sommelier that comes back to check on the wine only after the 3rd course, and not even an apology at the end of the evening.
Jenn AndrewsFebruary 18, 2013
Ask for seats at the bar, which boasts the best views in the house. Open views of the dynamic action in the kitchen.
Derrick L.March 14, 2013
Friendly service & great food. Try the waygu & rabbit for the mains! Very delicious.
Candy ChanApril 8, 2016
Was here for anniversary dinner. The beef tartar appetizer was very good. Entree was okay, the meat was a little dry. Dessert was alright.
Jen AuDecember 30, 2013
The ribeye for two has a $65 added charge to it but it is worth every penny.
Celeste ThayerJanuary 22, 2014
Absolutely delicious! Don't miss the olive oil flight ^_^
Cecilia ZhangAugust 5, 2017
Best Italian food I've had so far, in the state
Mark EdwardsAugust 20, 2015
Every thing is AMAZING
Nate TJanuary 16, 2020
A Seattle attempt at sophistication. But this place totally misses the mark.
Prins PoloSeptember 12, 2021
It’s just OK. Slow pace, OK food - but nothing close to a Michelin star experience which some reviews suggest
Cecilia ZhangAugust 13, 2017
Great for special events.
minniemonJuly 25, 2015
try: tasting pasta menu
Noah SingerOctober 16, 2011
Have anything and everything. Also best bread in Seattle!
Caitlin CollinsOctober 28, 2011
Been here 10+ times
If available, get the gnocchi ragu. And then four more.
Nat McCullyOctober 23, 2014
Everything
Yvonne EisemanAugust 5, 2012
Been here 25+ times
The iberico pork is fantastic.
Yvonne EisemanJune 30, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Get the basil snail tagliatelle.
Katie PetersAugust 11, 2013
You need to eat this food.
Iah CordovaFebruary 17, 2013
Great food!!!!
Denise DyFebruary 12, 2014
Burrata with Tomatoes

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