Best Italian Restaurants in Mercer Island

We had a most wonderful evening at Carmine's. Ryan took special care of us. He made sure it was an evening for us to remember, while providing exceptional service! Thank you Ryan! The rack of lamb, veal chop, sweet breads, carpaccio, all exceptional. Chef Juan, having been there, many years, is still putting out beautiful plates and most delicious food! It was lovely to spend the evening, in a place I've known so well, seeing that it remains one of the best restaurants in Seattle!

We had a baby shower lunch here and it was wonderful. Great for a special occasion.

Contender for Seattle's best Italian food. Infatuation has reviewed as more life-affirming than a night at the symphony, and it was a satisfied feeling leaving the restaurant. Service was very efficient, and it seems like a good sign when a server has been there for 4 years. The tajarin was delicate and flavor nice, although no visible or real flavor of the sage, but $33 could reasonably be $23. Rapini was nice and cavatelli was homemade and nice with broccoli as a vegetarian subsitute for rabbit. Choclate tart with hazelnut and cherry was a beautiful sight and worth returning for (and not over-priced). A good spot for anniversary.

Known gem in the neighborhood, usually booked out. Small space, great food, quite noisy. There is a sense of authentic Italian eatery in it. The menu is shorter than average, but everything is top notch.

Excellent all around . From the warm and friendly greeting at the door to the table service , the entire dining experience was pleasant . Food is excellent and the prices are quite reasonable .