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Vito’s is an iconic 21 and over restaurant and lounge located on First Hill, on the eastern edge of downtown Seattle. Opened in 1953 by Vito and Jimmie Santoro, it has a history rich in cocktail culture, live music, politics, and East Coast family-style Italian food. In 2010, Jeff Scott and Greg Lundgren purchased this Seattle institution and began a major restoration of the space. The goal was to return Vito’s to its original mid-century glamour and style, respecting its colorful past and setting the course for a 21st-century resurrection. A grand piano returned to the lounge, featuring live music five nights a week and highlighting the vast and diverse talent that graces the Pacific Northwest. (We hope to resume music programming soon!)
Storied lounge since the 1950s serving Italian fare & cocktails in an old-school setting with music.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 927 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: (206) 397-4053
Website: http://www.vitosseattle.com/
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Reviews
Sandra Moreno
They had live music making the ambience in the place great. I had never tried absinthe until I came here, it tasted kind of like tequila’s distant cousin.
The pasta was average, not great and not bad. The shrimp they had in it was fantastic though.
My favorite part of dinner was their tiramisu, by far the best I have ever had (very generous portion size as well).
… moreThe pasta was average, not great and not bad. The shrimp they had in it was fantastic though.
My favorite part of dinner was their tiramisu, by far the best I have ever had (very generous portion size as well).
MariamOgTnT
Not very busy on a Sunday night, definitely didn’t need a reservation anyway and no problem parking nearby on the street. Yes, this place is dark but it wasn’t too loud, as we’d read in another review. Live music, ambience, and dim lighting were romantic. Food was excellent and pricing was pretty on point for what we got, not too bad at all, perfect for a date night. Not the most upscale place lights on, I’m sure it probably feels more like a dive but overall, the style, feel, and food make it a gem. Recommended.
… moreLucky Mokhesi
Delicious food, family feel ambiance. Great service. Live piano with all the conversations going on makes you feel like you’re having dinner with family. It’s a must if you’re in Seattle
… moreAP JP
Craving for some Italian food, recommended & guided by google, we ended up here for dinner.
A classic but classy place, dark, warm & cosy, with friendly service.
After ordering our round of drinks, I ordered for the vegetarian soup of the day after finding out that it was tomato bisque. The soup was more thick, chunky, & a little more sour than I would have loved, but absolutely savoured it just as it is or preferred over a portion of spaghetti.
For mains, I choose for a half portion Mushroom Linguine Pasta, bang on flavours, perfectly cooked pasta, I couldn’t have asked for anything more on a rainy night.
My friends loved their Chicken Parmigiana & Lasagne, & I was missing my favourites, since am a vegetarian this day.
Though we were full, I asked to see the dessert menu, & repeated seeing it. I was too tempted to try their wonderful desserts, promised myself to visit here again for their desserts.
Bookmarked the place with a promise to return, to try their non-vegetarian dishes & yummy desserts.
… moreA classic but classy place, dark, warm & cosy, with friendly service.
After ordering our round of drinks, I ordered for the vegetarian soup of the day after finding out that it was tomato bisque. The soup was more thick, chunky, & a little more sour than I would have loved, but absolutely savoured it just as it is or preferred over a portion of spaghetti.
For mains, I choose for a half portion Mushroom Linguine Pasta, bang on flavours, perfectly cooked pasta, I couldn’t have asked for anything more on a rainy night.
My friends loved their Chicken Parmigiana & Lasagne, & I was missing my favourites, since am a vegetarian this day.
Though we were full, I asked to see the dessert menu, & repeated seeing it. I was too tempted to try their wonderful desserts, promised myself to visit here again for their desserts.
Bookmarked the place with a promise to return, to try their non-vegetarian dishes & yummy desserts.
Aaron Greenwald
Probably one of the best Italian restaurants I have been to in a long time. Live jazz, neighborhood vibes, and a local feel contribute to the warm atmosphere. The cocktails are excellent and the food is superb. The homemade pomodoro sauce makes any “red sauce” dish like the chicken parm here nothing short of spectacular. The orange zest in the canoli is different but complemented really well with their old fashioned. This place is a must!
… moreDaniel H.
Oh Vito’s you keep doing it, and you have since the 50’s! This unassuming place delivers on a low lit casual or romantic night out. Decent drinks reasonably priced, lovely and attentive service. Plus, live music to enjoy only enhance the overall experience. It is a classic Seattle lounge. The back room is worth checking out if you have a large group.
… morecristalebella B
I discovered this spot after reaching out to their sister company hideout and they replied that they had Jazz at this venue. I drove down from the Tacoma area and I am new to Washington State so I am up for trying any lil spot with music playin. I must say that their drinks menu and the actual finished libations were delicious and based on that I would give them a 4-5 stars, but this is a review and I want to be thorough.
The ambiance is unique. A mix of the young and old Seattlelites. The jazz band that night was ritzier than what I normally seek out, but I enjoyed that vibe with the drinks.
I would say that the negatives is probably that old carpet smell you get a whiff of when you walk in toward the bar. I get it is an older spot and locals seem to have soft spot for the 50’s vibe, but I think that my observation means that they could use a little renovation here and there to reignite the space because this spot has further potential.
I do love dive bars, and that’s why I was excited to go visit this one. I probably will stop in again at Vito’s for another drink down the road. I hope they realize hey have a gem and although Gems don’t need to add anything all gems can benefit from being repolished a bit.
Thanks for having me.
CAB
… moreThe ambiance is unique. A mix of the young and old Seattlelites. The jazz band that night was ritzier than what I normally seek out, but I enjoyed that vibe with the drinks.
I would say that the negatives is probably that old carpet smell you get a whiff of when you walk in toward the bar. I get it is an older spot and locals seem to have soft spot for the 50’s vibe, but I think that my observation means that they could use a little renovation here and there to reignite the space because this spot has further potential.
I do love dive bars, and that’s why I was excited to go visit this one. I probably will stop in again at Vito’s for another drink down the road. I hope they realize hey have a gem and although Gems don’t need to add anything all gems can benefit from being repolished a bit.
Thanks for having me.
CAB
Ashley V
This place is the best!! Look no further for a dark romantic Italian restaurant. Looks so old school and charming. Great date spot. The food is fantastic, we got garlic bread, penne alla vodka and cavatappi bolognese, all had great flavor and huge portions. I also got two drinks, dealers choice, they were great, tailored to my liking. Our waiter was also wonderful, as the rest of the staff. Call ahead for reservations, they turned some away!
… moreJames Sutton
Excellent food and service, but a bit too dark for my taste. What the offer is pretty standard Italian food, nothing unusual or adventurous. Under the old owners there was dish with tiny squid an octopi that was amazing.
… moreArchie
Me and my girlfriend went to Vito’s first time in July 21, 2018 for her birthday, and it’s was just incredible!
From lightning to the food on plate.
Live music, comfy seats, best server (sorry, I don’t remember you name), delicious food.
I’m meat eater and sweet person, I got steak , it’s was the best stake I ever had. For desert I had, tiramisu , it was just unreal.
Highly highly recommend this place for people who looking for romantic and comfortable atmosphere, with classic Italian style and amazing food!
And we are coming back tomorrow for my birthday;) traveling from Canada 😉
… moreFrom lightning to the food on plate.
Live music, comfy seats, best server (sorry, I don’t remember you name), delicious food.
I’m meat eater and sweet person, I got steak , it’s was the best stake I ever had. For desert I had, tiramisu , it was just unreal.
Highly highly recommend this place for people who looking for romantic and comfortable atmosphere, with classic Italian style and amazing food!
And we are coming back tomorrow for my birthday;) traveling from Canada 😉