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Paolo's Italian Restaurant, Kent, WA

Paolo's Italian Restaurant

4.7
4.7
1289 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 26 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
For more than 20 years, Paolo’s has been bringing the taste of Italy to Kent. Paul Raftis founded the restaurant after growing up learning to cook along side his mother, Darlene Raftis. He enjoys the open kitchen he can chat with guests as he works. He never tires of hearing "It smells so good in here!" As a marathoner, he is living proof that that you can eat Italian and be healthy. In fact, one of his signature dishes, "Fettucine Paolo" was featured in Runner's World magazine. "It's one of the dishes I developed, it has no cream in it, no butter." It's a delicious pasta dish that utilizes olive oil, garlic, chicken stock, garlic, balsamic vinegar, sundried tomatoes, artichokes, and chicken. So whether it's bruschetta, cioppino, pizza, or spaghetti and meatballs, Paul thanks each of you for choosing to dine here.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (253) 850-2233
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Raftis
  • Catering
    Choose from a variety of dishes that can be picked up or delivered (server optional) to groups of 10 or more hungry guests. Select from appetizers, hors d’oeuvres, salads, entrees, and desserts.
  • Private party facilities
    $1,000 minimum, dinner menu onlySaturday and Sunday only, finish by 3:30pm3-day notice preferredCall for more details
  • Area
    Kent
  • Cross Street
    240th
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Public transit
    King County Metro routes 160 and 168
  • Additional
    Beer, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,289 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South of Seattle

    Best Overall

  • South of Seattle

    Best Food

  • South of Seattle

    Best Service

  • South of Seattle

    Best Ambience

  • South of Seattle

    Best Value

  • South of Seattle

    Child-friendly

  • South of Seattle

    Hot spot

  • South of Seattle

    Neighbourhood gem

  • South of Seattle

    Great for fine wines

  • South of Seattle

    Romantic

  • South of Seattle

    Good for special occasions

  • South of Seattle

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Paolo's Italian Restaurant is cherished for its "homemade and phenomenal" food, with dishes like Chicken Marsala and Gorgonzola Chicken receiving high praise. The service is often described as "excellent," though noise levels can be a drawback. Desserts are a standout, and the restaurant maintains a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

1,289 Reviews
  1. Milissa

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Came here for my Dads 84th birthday, party of 7. Service was great- very attentive- all entrees were outstanding- Steak Gorgonzola was perfection. They were very kind to my dad when he wanted to meet the chef. Highly recommend for amazing food and great service. We’ll be back!

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  2. Mary

    Seattle

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been coming to Paolo’s since they opened in 1990. We’ve celebrated birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and date nights. Always impeccable cuisine and service is outstanding!

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  3. Wayne

    VIP

    Seattle

    98 reviews

    5.0

    98 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional dinner, the ravioli was the best I have ever had by far!

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  4. Charlene

    Seattle

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I highly recommend Paolo's restaurant especially their 4 course meals up to 5:30 or after 8:00 Monday thru Friday. And if you happened to be celebrating a bday you get a free dessert. I ended up with two desserts. Wednesdays are special to if you order a Washington wine by the bottle you get it at half price. Service and food was excellent. :)

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  5. Andrew

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family and I had a great experience tonight. The server was warm and friendly with my family and especially my little toddler who she was extra attentive to. Bread hit the table with waters immediately as well as water in a kids cup for my son without having to ask along with crayons and his order taken early. Our server provided menu recommendations and showed me some insider tips on how she likes to add shrimp to the scallops pasta, she was right as it was delicious! The rest of my family enjoyed their meal. They even called us after we left our credit card there. This is the kind of service even the top most restaurants would kill to see. Paolos, we love ya!

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  6. Mary

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I am never disappointed in the quality and goodness of the food served. Highly recommend.

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  7. Ashleigh

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food with amazing service. Highly recommend if you’re looking For great Italian food

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  8. Dean

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Italian fare is fantastic. Everything on the menu is delicious! The service is impeccable! One of our favorite places to dine!

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  9. Brenda

    Hawaii

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The waitress was overworked and quite unpleasant. Kept forgetting to bring coffee that was ordered early on as well as other items.

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  10. Simon

    VIP

    Seattle

    16 reviews

    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Extremely slow service. Looks like the waiters don't look around to see if people have needs. They do their regular ceremony of getting orders but if you need things they pass by and don't pay attention to your table at all. Over two hours for a main course is too much waiting time.

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FAQs

Paolo's Italian Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Paolo's Italian Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (253) 850-2233.

Paolo's Italian Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1289 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Paolo's Italian Restaurant

23810 104th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98031

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    240th
  • Area
    Kent
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Public transit
    King County Metro routes 160 and 168
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Raftis
  • Additional
    Beer, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (253) 850-2233
  • Catering
    Choose from a variety of dishes that can be picked up or delivered (server optional) to groups of 10 or more hungry guests. Select from appetizers, hors d’oeuvres, salads, entrees, and desserts.
  • Private party facilities
    $1,000 minimum, dinner menu onlySaturday and Sunday only, finish by 3:30pm3-day notice preferredCall for more details
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