Il Terrazzo Carmine, located in Seattle’s historic Pioneer Square, is a beloved fine-dining institution renowned for its elegant ambiance, impeccable service, and authentic Northern Italian cuisine. Founded in 1984 by the late Carmine Smeraldo, the restaurant has become a local landmark, attracting a loyal and refined clientele for business dinners, romantic evenings, and special celebrations. Tucked into a beautifully restored alleyway with entrances through a vintage lobby on First Avenue South or an enchanting rear courtyard, Il Terrazzo offers a timeless dining experience. The white-linen table settings, classical architecture, and lush patio blend Old World charm with Pacific Northwest sophistication. The menu showcases expertly crafted dishes—house-made pastas, risottos, veal scaloppine, and fresh seafood—prepared with seasonal, high-quality ingredients. Complemented by a carefully curated wine list of Italian and international selections, the cuisine has been repeatedly acclaimed as among the best in Seattle by both critics and devoted patrons. Il Terrazzo Carmine continues to uphold the uncompromising standards of excellence and gracious hospitality established by its founder, making it arguably the premier destination for Italian dining in Seattle.