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Volterra
- Italian
- Seattle, WA
About this business
Volterra features the bold-flavored, Tuscan-inspired menu of Chef Don Curtiss showcasing his innovative style applied to the bountiful harvest of the Pacific Northwest. Menu highlights include: Seasonal Tuscan specialties truffles, squash blossoms, fresh porcini mushrooms are featured throughout the year. All natural, organic or free-range meats and poultry. Fresh, housemade pasta. Our extensive wine list features primarily Italian and Northwest wines. Volterra has received numerous accolades including: "Best New Restaurant ... read more
Location details
5411 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA, 98107, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 4:00 p.m. to Midnight | |
| Tue | 4:00 p.m. to Midnight | |
| Wed | 4:00 p.m. to Midnight | |
| Thu | 4:00 p.m. to Midnight | |
| Fri | 4:00 p.m. to Midnight | |
| Sat | 11:00 a.m. to Midnight | |
| Sun | 11:00 a.m. to Midnight |
Just okay – Based on all the buzz about Volterra, I went here for a fancy dinner... and I hate to say it, but I didn't see what all the fuss is about. Our polenta appetizer WAS completely tasty and they have nice cocktails (though some are much too sweet), but I found the rest of the meal wanting something. My husband's wild boar was cooked perfectly but doused in a cream sauce which I thought was bizarre, and my pesto fettucine tasted mostly like cream. We didn't have wine with dinner, but our server kept trying to push it ... read more
A real treat – What a suprise to find Chingiale on the menu --we haven't had Wild Boar in years and it was worth the wait. The pastas were delicious and perfect aldente but the Wild Boar was our favorite. We couldnt' get enough of the silky gorgonzola sauce. The chestnut panna cotta was really unique and the coffee service came on a silver tray with a silver creamer and an Italian cookie. The busboys were adorable and our server and the wine guy very helpful. I only wish that we couldve scored a seat on the patio.
Lamb was delicious; but no hot water for tea? – Delicious restaurant in a quaint, boutiquey neighborhood of Ballard. You can't find Banana Republic here but there is a Tully's near by. Definitely make a reservation before heading here. It's very popular among the locals and is rated the best Italian restaurant of Seattle. So with that said, you question ... is it really that good? Well, I'm not a snobby food connisseur but I found the food to be absolutely delicious. Although I heard they're known for their pork medallions b... read more
Great Meal and Service – My wife and I were at the Ballard Seafood Festival this last weekend and stumbled across this fantastic place. The decor was warm and inviting, the food was delicious and the staff very friendly. Didn't know we had such a great restaurant in Ballard! We will be back!
Just what the Dr ordered... – After battling a serious flu and existing on bland food for a week, dinner at Volterra was just what I needed. The flavorful wild mushroom ragu on the polenta custard was like nothing I've ever tasted and the house pastas we tried were all superb. Perfectly cooked, light and airy. The lamb ragu with tagliatelle was the favorite at our table. The busboys were the best it was a hot night and our waters were never empty. Anthony our server took excellent care of us. The food is primarily Tuscan and... read more
Great food and service – The manager and wait staff are great! We find many Seattle restaurants are challenged in this area. We were pleasantly surprised by the quality and level of service. Oh, yes! The food is good also! We have been back twice - very unusual for us lately. Ask the manager for wines that he would recommend - they might not even be on the list! This is a lovely recasting of the old Burke's.
gourmet but weird – went with a friend and the service was a bit stand-off-ish, our server seeming to have better things to do than to provide us with specials or reccomendations (even when asked!) The food was good but seemed to be not very traditional Italian. Sophisticated-yes, but yummy comfort food-no. The seating was less than private and after looking for parking for over a half an hour I was hoping for something better.
Best place to go on a sunny evening – Volterras patio is my new fave spot to spend a summer evening. The patio doesn't get too hot cuz it's shaded by big trees and it's a great place to relax and people watch. Start off with a Cherry Mojito. This drink is made with fresh cherries and rocks! The wine is list is huge and the prices are great. The wine steward taught us alot and made some really good suggestions. The menu has alot to choose from and everything is delicious. I could eat the panzanella salad and wild boar tenderl... read more
Best Italian in Seattle! – I am a chef in New York and on a recent trip to seattle I visited Volterra after reading the reviews on Citysearch. What a great addition to Seattle's lackluster restaurant scene. The ambience was invitng and warm. The service was impeccable and friendly. The food however was the highlight. The polenta appetizer was amazing. The house salad was the best I've had. The boar was unbelievable. My partner had the veal chop and I couldn't keep my fork out of it. WOW! I loved the small details like the co... read more
Frequently asked questions about Volterra
How is Volterra rated?
Volterra has a 4.3 star rating with 320 reviews.
When is Volterra open?
Volterra is closed now. It will open at 11:00 a.m.
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