Messina

Messina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   John VIP

   Seattle2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   The food wasn’t particularly flavorful or prepared in any sort of unique way that would warrant the cost of the food. There isn’t a lot of value here and there are other places nearby that provide better service and better food for lesser cost. To be clear I’m not opposed to paying more for food, but there should be a reason why the food is more expensive other than just being located in Seattle. 
   

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2. OT

   OpenTable Diner VIP

   Seattle1 review

   1.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   The food was great, but the overall experience was really poor. We waited over an hour for two drinks, and then upwards of 30 minutes for a second round. The place was busy during our first round, but not enough that it should’ve taken an hour, and not busy at all when we ordered our second round. The waitress was sweet, but as wait times ticked up it seemed like she was avoiding our table and we ended up having to ask a manager if our drinks were coming. Although the food is good, I don’t think we’ll be back based on the level of service and long wait times.
   

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   Sue VIP

   Seattle69 reviews

   1.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   Sadly, we ended up not eating here. The first glitch was no sparkling rose, so I switched to the cocktail list. Sorry, no cocktails available! With those two major glitches, we weren't willing to risk what may or may not have been on the menu. It did not feel like a fully operational restaurant, so we departed and walked across the street for Thai food.
   

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   Travis

   Vancouver3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Great food, but service was really poor. Seemed like they were drastically understaffed.
   

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   ScottH

   Seattle1 review

   2.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   When making the reservation (for 6pm, Fri) and again when we arrived I let the hostess know we had a show to attend and needed to leave by 7:20. After 20 minutes I had to ask the hostess if a server was ever going to visit our table. No, I shouldn't have waited so long and yes, we probably should have just walked out. The first entree arrived less than 2 minutes after the salad. 15 minutes later I went to the hostess and cancelled the 2nd entree and bottle of wine. Neither had shown up. 30 seconds later the bottle showed up which we sent away and ordered 2 glasses instead. They (the glasses) took about 5 minutes to arrive. I handed the waiter my card when they brought the bill as time was getting short. Mistake. When I went to sign, it seemed high. Sure enough they'd added the glasses but hadn't removed the bottle ($80) By the time we got that sorted we were late. Note to manager: Don't use the words, "It's no excuse but..." when you visit a table. Just apologize and then make sure your staff actually makes it right. And the food? Meh. The Caesar was ok. Too much parmesan. The sole piccata was over breaded and over cooked.
   

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   TOM VIP

   Seattle16 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Food was terrific, but it didn’t seem as if the staff was very well coordinated nor knew what each other were doing. Service was extremely haphazard and sloppy, although everybody was very polite and kind. Hopefully they’ll get their act together and their service will be as good as their food.
   

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   Parada

   Philadelphia3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The ambiance, food and drinks were amazing! Highly recommend if you’re looking to indulge in pasta.
   

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Seattle1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was pretty good and they were able to make my birthday feel super special. Would go there again!
   

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   Mary VIP

   Seattle30 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We really enjoyed the 5 pasta board, the beet & barata salad was excellent, as were the cocktails & desserts
   

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    Jessica

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    Pasta flight fully lived up to expectations, quality of food was excellent.
    

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