San Fermo

4.7

1652 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

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2 people

8 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 48 times today

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Romantic

We have 15 indoor tables, and 12 covered/heated patio tables. Online reservations can be made for parties up to 5 guests. Larger groups can be booked at 5pm on weeknights, please email the restaurant for reservations.
Please understand when making your reservation that we cannot guarantee a specific table or area of the restaurant. We recommend 5pm reservations for parties with specific table requests, if you book later in the evening you may need to wait for your table preference.
If you are having difficulty finding a reservation you are welcome to stop by for walk-in seating. We seat our bar and covered/heated patio for dinner nightly.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
Phone number
(206) 342-1530
Website
http://www.sanfermoseattle.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Sam West
Private party facilities
We do not offer private dining.

Location
5341 Ballard Ave, Seattle, WA 98107
Area
Ballard / Fremont
Cross Street
Ballard Ave and 22nd Ave NW
Parking details
Parking in Ballard is limited, however, there is a paid lot and several free parking spaces behind our restaurant on Shilshole Ave NW. Street parking on Ballard Avenue is metered through 8pm, free on Sundays and holidays.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,652 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
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Seattle
Romantic
Seattle
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

San Fermo shines as a "favorite date night spot" in Seattle, celebrated for its "warm, attentive service" and "spectacular food." Guests rave about the "delicious and fresh" dishes, particularly the bolognese, and commend its "cozy and inviting" atmosphere. While some mention small portions, the overall experience is "unforgettable" and consistently praised.

1,652 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved our experience, the food and cocktails were amazing as they always are at San Fermo!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
VIP
Seattle
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
They do not accept tips and there is a 23% service charge on everything!! Food is good but it was very loud and super crowded.
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EE70
Seattle
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Smaller and more intimate restaurant. Recommend for a couple on date night or for 4 people max. Food was amazing and the staff are super professional and polite. Highly recommend.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing dinner would go back again! Best pasta I’ve had
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April
Seattle
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 26 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always good service and delicious food. I had a last minute change and was easily accommodated.
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Jade
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 25 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food, service and ambiance was all wonderful. This restaurant is on the pricier side, but it is definitely worth it. The bolognese is to die for, the wine paring suggestion went perfectly with it. We had three antipasti: the burrata, the charred onion (our fav) and the house baguette. I had the bolognese and my boyfriend had the barley risotto. Both were amazing. We also had the browned butter and pistachio ice cream. The playlist was great as well. 10/10
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Roni
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
San Fermo is our favorite place to go in Ballard for a romantic date night. We love the food and the atmosphere!
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Nidia
Seattle
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding from start to finish! Reminded us of being back in Italy, the flavours were such a delight.
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Jonathan
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 17 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, service 10/10, nice cozy resto for GREAT quality italian. Our fav in Seattle… can’t wait to return!
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Robin
Seattle
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, San Fermo exceeded expectations. From the ambience to the service to the food, our dinner last night was perfect. Our server also suggested two of their new dishes, the charred onion appetizer and the barley risotto and both were fabulous! Thank you San Fermo for yet another delicious evening! We’ll be back soon!
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FAQs

San Fermo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 342-1530.

San Fermo is rated 4.7 stars by 1652 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

8 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 48 times today

Order delivery or takeout

5341 Ballard Ave, Seattle, WA 98107

Additional information

Cross Street
Ballard Ave and 22nd Ave NW
Area
Ballard / Fremont
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking in Ballard is limited, however, there is a paid lot and several free parking spaces behind our restaurant on Shilshole Ave NW. Street parking on Ballard Avenue is metered through 8pm, free on Sundays and holidays.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Sam West
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.sanfermoseattle.com/
Phone number
(206) 342-1530
Private party facilities
We do not offer private dining.

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San Fermo

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

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Menu

Sides

BaguetteUS$4.00

Castelvetrano OlivesUS$5.00

Rosemary AlmondsUS$3.00

Salads and Soups

House CaesarUS$7.00

Beet SaladUS$11.00

Duck SaladUS$12.00

Italian Chop SaladUS$10.00

Potato Leek SoupUS$5.00

Pastas

StrozzapretiUS$11.00

CampanelleUS$9.00

Sandwiches

Parmigiana Sandwich

Oil Cured Tuna TartineUS$12.00

What 1,652 people are saying

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