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STELLA. brings the flavors of coastal Italy to Seattle, offering a refined dining experience with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients. Nestled within Hotel Sorrento, this elegant restaurant combines traditional Italian culinary techniques with innovative flair, creating dishes that celebrate both tradition and creativity. With a warm and inviting ambiance, STELLA. provides a perfect setting for intimate dinners, gatherings with friends, and special occasions alike.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 900 Madison St, Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: (206) 343-6156
Website: https://www.hotelsorrento.com/dining
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Reservations: opentable.com
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Experience seasonal flavors and soulful cooking at STELLA, our in house Seattle restaurant with fresh coastal Italian cuisine and a relaxing ambiance.
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STELLA at Hotel Sorrento Restaurant – Seattle, WA | OpenTable
STELLA’s regular hours are: Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:30 am–11:00 am; Brunch Sat–Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm; Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm; Bar daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm; …
Reviews
Erin
If you go for brunch, get their French toast! It is the fluffiest French toast I have ever seen!
This restaurant has a lot of vintage charm, great service, and great food. Can’t wait to eat here again!
… moreThis restaurant has a lot of vintage charm, great service, and great food. Can’t wait to eat here again!
Nando: City Walker
New chef, atmosphere and stellar service makes you cry for Stella from the Street of Seattle. With 3 drinks and a tip, bill was $160 for two. We left full, satisfied and surprised. Locals, show proof of being in the area and you get a discount.
We ate:
– Bresaola – awesome quality and presentation
– Mussels – very good, not perfect, bit over done.
– Beat salad – delicious but smaller than expected
– Pork chop – AMAZING!!!! Best I’ve had in Seattle.
… moreWe ate:
– Bresaola – awesome quality and presentation
– Mussels – very good, not perfect, bit over done.
– Beat salad – delicious but smaller than expected
– Pork chop – AMAZING!!!! Best I’ve had in Seattle.
Lia G
Stella is great for outdoor seating, also love their interiors inside. Good service and food.
Not bad option for dining and people watching since it’s connected to Hotel Sorrento with valet in front.
… moreNot bad option for dining and people watching since it’s connected to Hotel Sorrento with valet in front.
Stevi Grega
The menu is very selective and all the food on it is well prepared. I especially appreciate how well meals are plated. The service is friendly and attentive. It’s a lovely spot for enjoyable meals.
… moreJennifer H.
TL;DR – We booked Mother’s Day brunch at STELLA expecting something special—what we got was a pricey ($55/person), fixed menu with barely any brunch items, no allergy accommodations, tiny portions, and poorly prepared food. Service felt indifferent, and the food was so disappointing we left halfway through and went to Denny’s instead. The manager was kind and didn’t charge us, but we won’t be going back.
My husband made a reservation at STELLA for Mother’s Day brunch a month in advance, hoping to take me somewhere special. The restaurant required a credit card to hold the reservation and stated that no-shows would be charged the full $55 per person—which, frankly, is wild.
When we arrived, we learned it was a fixed menu with no à la carte options, and the selections weren’t remotely brunch-like. I also overheard the host turn away a hotel guest (STELLA is inside the Hotel Monaco) because they were only seating reservations. The guest seemed surprised and disappointed, and honestly, I would’ve been too.
The host didn’t acknowledge the occasion at all—no “Happy Mother’s Day,” no warm welcome. The first course was a plate of thaw-and-serve pastries, only two of which were savory, despite there being four of us (my husband, our two daughters, and me). The sweet pastries all contained nuts, which is a big problem because our younger daughter has a nut allergy. No one asked about dietary restrictions in advance, and the only nut-free substitute they could offer was a couple of hard, flavorless coconut macaroons—clearly meant as a gluten-free option.
The second course choices were clam chowder or salad. Not exactly brunch staples. My older daughter and I had the salad, which was mostly bitter radicchio and barely dressed. It clashed terribly with my coffee. My husband tried the chowder and said it was “not that great.” It was also tiny—maybe 3.5 oz.
The third course included a few attempts at brunch food, but none of them hit the mark: savory crepes with asparagus and mushrooms, poached eggs with tomato sauce and pecorino, beef stew, or a seafood lasagna. My egg dish came out with fully cooked yolks—definitely not poached—because the entire plate had clearly been baked to melt the cheese. It tasted like store-brand tomato sauce with garlic and cheese dumped on top. My husband’s crepes were soggy, poorly seasoned, and skimpy (just one crepe). Our older daughter’s stew was okay but also a tiny portion, served with an aggressively hard piece of toast. Our 12-year-old daughter found nothing on the menu appealing and barely touched the macaroons.
Dessert options were strawberry shortcake or tiramisu for adults and vanilla gelato for kids—but we didn’t make it that far. After trying the entrées, my husband got up to talk to the manager while the kids and I waited in the car. He offered to pay for what we’d eaten, but the manager kindly waived the charges and apologized. To her credit, she handled the situation with grace—though I imagine we weren’t the only family to leave disappointed that day.
We ended up going to Denny’s in SODO, which was not only a relief but honestly better food. We live here in Seattle, and after this experience, I doubt we’ll return to STELLA.
… moreMy husband made a reservation at STELLA for Mother’s Day brunch a month in advance, hoping to take me somewhere special. The restaurant required a credit card to hold the reservation and stated that no-shows would be charged the full $55 per person—which, frankly, is wild.
When we arrived, we learned it was a fixed menu with no à la carte options, and the selections weren’t remotely brunch-like. I also overheard the host turn away a hotel guest (STELLA is inside the Hotel Monaco) because they were only seating reservations. The guest seemed surprised and disappointed, and honestly, I would’ve been too.
The host didn’t acknowledge the occasion at all—no “Happy Mother’s Day,” no warm welcome. The first course was a plate of thaw-and-serve pastries, only two of which were savory, despite there being four of us (my husband, our two daughters, and me). The sweet pastries all contained nuts, which is a big problem because our younger daughter has a nut allergy. No one asked about dietary restrictions in advance, and the only nut-free substitute they could offer was a couple of hard, flavorless coconut macaroons—clearly meant as a gluten-free option.
The second course choices were clam chowder or salad. Not exactly brunch staples. My older daughter and I had the salad, which was mostly bitter radicchio and barely dressed. It clashed terribly with my coffee. My husband tried the chowder and said it was “not that great.” It was also tiny—maybe 3.5 oz.
The third course included a few attempts at brunch food, but none of them hit the mark: savory crepes with asparagus and mushrooms, poached eggs with tomato sauce and pecorino, beef stew, or a seafood lasagna. My egg dish came out with fully cooked yolks—definitely not poached—because the entire plate had clearly been baked to melt the cheese. It tasted like store-brand tomato sauce with garlic and cheese dumped on top. My husband’s crepes were soggy, poorly seasoned, and skimpy (just one crepe). Our older daughter’s stew was okay but also a tiny portion, served with an aggressively hard piece of toast. Our 12-year-old daughter found nothing on the menu appealing and barely touched the macaroons.
Dessert options were strawberry shortcake or tiramisu for adults and vanilla gelato for kids—but we didn’t make it that far. After trying the entrées, my husband got up to talk to the manager while the kids and I waited in the car. He offered to pay for what we’d eaten, but the manager kindly waived the charges and apologized. To her credit, she handled the situation with grace—though I imagine we weren’t the only family to leave disappointed that day.
We ended up going to Denny’s in SODO, which was not only a relief but honestly better food. We live here in Seattle, and after this experience, I doubt we’ll return to STELLA.
steven walter
Really nice Italian spot. Ambiance is great, dishes we also spot on and a step above your standard Italian fare. Beet salad both delicious and presentation particularly nice. Wife in hospital said tastes like yours which was a compliment for both of us. Will be go-to spot for time here
… moreN N
We had a wonderful dining experience at STELLA in Hotel Sorrento. The food was excellent, flavorful, and well presented. The service was attentive and gracious, making us feel truly welcomed. The coffee was rich and smooth, a perfect finish to the meal.
The restaurant has a calm and romantic atmosphere, with a seating layout that allows for both comfort and privacy. It is an ideal place for a relaxed meal or a special occasion. Valet parking is also conveniently available for $10.
Highly recommended!
… moreThe restaurant has a calm and romantic atmosphere, with a seating layout that allows for both comfort and privacy. It is an ideal place for a relaxed meal or a special occasion. Valet parking is also conveniently available for $10.
Highly recommended!
Tam
Stella is a stunning gem in Seattle! The dark wood architecture is a true masterpiece, exuding historical beauty and a warm, elegant atmosphere. The Chicken Alfredo pasta was absolutely delicious — creamy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Service was excellent, with attentive and friendly staff. If you’re looking for amazing food, great service, and a beautiful setting, Stella is a must-visit!
… moreC C
Dining reservations are a complete mess. They no longer allow you to reserve the Fireside room. For events like Thanksgiving dinner, I called 2 times to find out the menu. The 1st time, a very apologetic waiter told me he did not know the menu. He took my phone number and told me the manager came in 2 times per week and would call me back. I waited 1 week. No one called me back. So, I called again. This time, a clearly clueless woman insisted that “there was no way to know what the Thanksgiving dinner menu was because they waited until the day before to order food.” I repeatedly asked if she knew the main protein and she told me, “it was imposdible to know.”
The sad news is that I have had 1 good, but not great overpriced Thanksgiving dinner at the Sorrento and one terrible, overcooked, bitter turkey dinner at the Sorrento. Now, they can’t even be bothered to tell you the menu in advance.
It seems like a gamble. You might get mildly OK food or the food will be bitter, cold, overcooked and pricey. If you only care about not cooking on the holidays, this might be acceptable to you. If you want good food, my suggestion is you would be better off at McDonalds
… moreThe sad news is that I have had 1 good, but not great overpriced Thanksgiving dinner at the Sorrento and one terrible, overcooked, bitter turkey dinner at the Sorrento. Now, they can’t even be bothered to tell you the menu in advance.
It seems like a gamble. You might get mildly OK food or the food will be bitter, cold, overcooked and pricey. If you only care about not cooking on the holidays, this might be acceptable to you. If you want good food, my suggestion is you would be better off at McDonalds
Robin Curry
This hotel restaurant is wonderful! It is a bit expensive, but the food lives up to the prices and the presentation is lovely. Our waiter was so friendly and helpful. The atmosphere inside is dark and luxurious, and the outside space is bright and cheerful. There is also a separate bar inside the hotel serving fun cocktails and standard beverages. This is a good spot for a little date night or special event. I wouldn’t recommend this for young kids, but it is a great spot for adults! Definitely a Seattle highlight!
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