San Fermo

4.6 (1679)

$50 and over

Italian

5341 Ballard Ave, Seattle, WA 98107

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2 people

May 2, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 54 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Romantic
Good for special occasions

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
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
Neighborhood
Ballard
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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,679 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Seattle
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

San Fermo, a charming Italian spot in Seattle, is celebrated for its "spectacular" food and "exceptional" service. Diners rave about the "bolognese" and "charred onion" appetizers. While the atmosphere is intimate and cozy, noise and mandatory service charges are noted. A perfect choice for a memorable date night.

1,679 Reviews

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Kristina
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
San Fermo is an Italian gem located in one of Seattle's best neighborhoods, Ballard. The ambience is cozy and intimate- the perfect place for a date or a dinner with friends you want to talk to all night long. The food was absolutely delicious and the staff kind and prompt. I will definitely be recommending San Fermo to everyone I know.
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Bernard VIP
Greater Boston18 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food and service. The upstairs was extremely loud when full. I loved their drink, food and dessert menu. It’s my staple Italian restaurant in Seattle
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Thomas
Greater Boston1 review
3.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
We ate upstairs and the noise level was way too much. We had a very loud couple next to us. The food was incredible but with the noise it made it hard to enjoy
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Elizabeth VIP
Seattle1 review
5.0
Dined on April 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The caramelized onion soubise was absolutely superb!
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Robert
Seattle1 review
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food here always! Friendly, professional service!
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Tyler
Vancouver3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great experience dining at San Fermo last night. The service was outsranding, the food was amazing. Highly suggest the Charred Onion as a starter. Loved the meal there will be back soon!
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Brian
Seattle1 review
3.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Nice ambiance. Food was served very slowly so wouldn’t recommend if hungry
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John
Seattle2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So fire!!! So so good!!! A must go. Do miss the opportunity.
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Scott VIP
Chicago14 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was great for the most part. Appetizers arrived before cocktails and wine. Pork chop was over cooked, butter cake was delicious.
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kevin VIP
Seattle6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food in a quaint atmosphere. Great service too!
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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 4.6 stars by 1679 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 54 times today

5341 Ballard Ave, Seattle, WA 98107

Additional information

Cross street
Ballard Ave and 22nd Ave NW
Neighborhood
Ballard
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
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, Takeout, 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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Menu

Sides

Baguette$4.00

Castelvetrano Olives$5.00

Rosemary Almonds$3.00

Salads and Soups

House Caesar$7.00

Beet Salad$11.00

Duck Salad$12.00

Italian Chop Salad$10.00

Potato Leek Soup$5.00

Pastas

Strozzapreti$11.00

Campanelle$9.00

Sandwiches

Parmigiana Sandwich

Oil Cured Tuna Tartine$12.00

What 1,679 people are saying

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