Cinque Terre Ristorante brings the charm and flavors of Italy’s Ligurian coast to Seattle’s Regrade District, near South Lake Union. Inspired by the iconic Cinque Terre (Five Lands)—the picturesque villages of Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore—this modern Italian restaurant pays homage to the rich culinary traditions of the Italian Riviera. As seaside “mariner” towns, Cinque Terre is renowned for its fresh seafood and signature flavors, most notably pesto, made from fresh basil and high-quality ingredients. At Cinque Terre Ristorante, pesto is crafted daily to honor this tradition, alongside a menu featuring Muscoli (mussels), Polpo (octopus), Gianchetti (anchovies), Gamberi (shrimp), Stoccafissu (dry-aged cod), and a variety of seasonal seafood dishes. The restaurant’s offerings are complemented by artisan pizzas baked in a Marra Forni brick oven and house-made pastas prepared daily with USDA-certified organic flour. A Pacific Northwest oyster bar further blends local ingredients with Italian culinary heritage, creating a true coastal dining experience.