Cascina Spinasse
A Capitol Hill gem opened in 2008, famous for its hand-cut egg pasta which stands as a benchmark for Italian cuisine in Seattle.
Located on 14th Avenue in Capitol Hill, this restaurant specializes in the cuisine of the Piedmont region in northwestern Italy. The star of the show is the hand-cut tajarin pasta; the simple butter and sage version is the most acclaimed, though a rich ragù and hand-rolled cavatelli are also offered. Diners can choose between à la carte options and a tasting menu, complemented by an excellent wine list. As one of Seattle's toughest tables to book, reservations are highly recommended. You can grab a pre-dinner drink next door at its sister bar, Artusi. Expect to spend $30–$50 and up per person, with tasting menus and drinks extra. Accessible via a short walk from the Capitol Hill light rail station or by bus.
Opening hours
Sun–Thu 17:00–22:00, Fri–Sat 17:00–23:00 (Some platforms list Monday as closed; please confirm before visiting)
Nearby sights
- Starbucks Reserve Roastery
- Chinatown–International District
- Sky View Observatory (Columbia Center)
- Seattle Central Library
- Smith Tower
- Pioneer Square & Underground Tour
- Seattle Japanese Garden
- Seattle Art Museum