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Bistro Baffi is an Italian restaurant located in Burien that will make your taste buds sing. Enter this Seattle Italian restaurant and have a dining experience like no other - from the inviting decor to the fresh Italian cuisine, Bistro Baffi spares no expense in creating an atmosphere and menu that keeps patrons coming back for more.
Restaurant owner and Chef Michael Vujovich use only the freshest seafood, ingredients and herbs to create his Tuscan-inspire dishes. From his award-winning Tiramisu to his famous pink sauce to his freshly-baked bread, there is no dish on the menu that will disappoint.
Chef Michael puts his love and passion into every dish of fresh authentic Italian cuisine at Bistro Baffi. Dine alfresco on their intimate patio, or throw a special party or birthday in their private room. Come visit Bistro Baffi for a truly enchanting dining adventure.
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Customer Reviews (50 reviews)
Lola1984
on Citysearch Mar 15, 2010What made this place so special is clearly, everything about it! It was challenging to find because it's tucked away in a somewhat residential area. We were greeted like kings by a friendly host and given a table next... (more)
Otilia
on Citysearch Mar 07, 2010I am not your typical food blogger, but I had to write this review! I had venison ravioli at Bistro Baffi Saturday night and I am still thinking about it. The ravioli were homemade and stuffed with venison and cheeses... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Mar 07, 2010Having dinner at Bistro Baffi is always party time! The restaurant is beautiful and cozy. The aromas are deligtful. The staff is friendly a... (more)
Jovana Evans
on Citysearch Jan 04, 2010Wonderful delicious food. Very stylish, upscale & clean restaurant with reasonable prices. Fresh food made from scratch. We had no complaints what-so-ever. Our visit was very enjoyable and we had a tasty dinner... (more)
ellisann
on Citysearch Dec 29, 2009The owners of Bistro Baffi take their business seriously and clearly attempt to provide a selection of food and wine designed to satisfy. I was taken aback at the corkage fees but the owners dealt with my concerns and... (more)
Concrete Queen
on Citysearch Dec 18, 2009I love this place. The owners, Michael & Dinka, treat us like long, lost friends every time we come in. The food reflects the spiciness of Michael's Montenegran roots, and we never have had a bad experience that way.... (more)
Favel
on Citysearch Oct 27, 2009Congratulations Bistro Baffi for winning the best Italian restaurant in Seattle.We always felt that chef Michael's food was the best Italian in the city , and were ecstatic when he opened his new restaurant in... (more)
miamatovic
on Citysearch Oct 20, 2009What makes Italian food do delicious? I asked myself many times, and I bet many people did too. Is it the spices, or the heart they put into cooking, maybe the Italian-it must come out good-spirit? Whatever it is, one... (more)
BMorelan
on Citysearch Oct 19, 2009My fiance told Chef Micheal that his Salmon was the best he had had in his 46 years of life. He has travelled the world, and has eaten at the best restaurants, so that is quite a compiment. This is our favorite... (more)
Rondog66
on Citysearch Oct 19, 2009We have visited Baffi about 5 times over the last 2 years, mainly to give it a second chance. After the last try in October 2009, there will be no second chances. The food is reliably poorly cooked and poorly prepared.... (more)
ups make me up
on Citysearch Oct 19, 2009Bistro Baffi is an undiscovered gem in an unexpected part of town. Go and try it ! (more)
Novica
on Citysearch Jul 22, 2009Whenever we want amazing food and even better atmosphere.. we go to Bistro Baffi!! Always welcomed like family when we come in.. the cozy and beautifully-decorated restaurant is the perfect setting for romantic... (more)
Bobby44
on Citysearch Jun 27, 2009My fiancee and I went to Bistro Baffi and were pleasantly surprised to find out that they were serving Happy Hour Menu. I had the most amazing pork tenderloin with wild mushrooms and my fiancee had spaghetti Stella... (more)
lj122
on Citysearch Jun 11, 2009We went to Bistro Baffi with hopeful expecations, in search of a truly wonderful Italian restaurant. After reading the reviews we decided to try Bistro Baffi. . . . . what an incredible disappointment. Frankly, we... (more)
macdanny
on Citysearch Jun 10, 2009The service at Bistro Baffi is absolutely the best. It can only be topped by the excellent dishes served up by Chef Michael Vujovich. Everything on the menu is fantastic. I wait in anticipation to hear the nightly... (more)
dealdale
on Citysearch May 29, 200916 years ago when we moved to West Seattle there were few restaurants and we quickly found our way to each. We called a new restaurant - the Beach House - and asked what kind of restaurant it was. Michael (the one man show... (more)
Satina394
on Citysearch Apr 05, 2009Oh my !!!! I just got home from eating out at bistro Buffy WOW! The food is amazing !! And the people are so friendly and on top of things for sure ?. I never needed anything, it?s like they are one step ahead of you in things... (more)
Talcotts
on Citysearch Mar 31, 2009We love the food, servce and atmosphere. The owner makes you feel welcome. It is amazing and we cant get enough, it has replaced our favorite restaurants. The bad news, too close to us and creates bad habits...... (more)
jazztini
on Citysearch Mar 31, 2009We had one of those meals on Saturday that we are still smiling about on Wednesday. We started out with clams Rockefeller from the evenings specials that left us sopping every drop of sauce from the plates with our... (more)
Siff
on Citysearch Mar 15, 2009For those West Seattlites who remember "The Beach House" on Alki, this is Michael's and Dinka's place moved to Burien. While we still hate the fact that they moved away from our neighborhood in West Seattle, Lori and I... (more)
pconrath
on Citysearch Mar 09, 2009Hands down the best Italian food in Seattle. The seafood is amazing the food fresh. Michael makes your visit special. Make the drive! It is soooo worth it. (more)
bickei
on Citysearch Feb 15, 2009Bistro Baffi was highly recommended to me by my business associate, who had his Christmas party there. Upon arriving we were served fresh homemade focaccia. We had a hard time deciding between the specials, they had... (more)
jessmcnulty
on Citysearch Feb 08, 2009Bistro Baffi was a hidden delight. Tucked back in the corner of a Seahurst retail strip mall, it is truely a gem. Warmly decorated inside, it makes you feel you are in a quaint and cozy italian cafe. Charming and... (more)
teatrosgodfather
on Citysearch Jan 24, 2009I have only lived in Burien for 5 years, a north end guy all my life and a connoisseur of great dining and entertainment experiences, no matter where they may be. Seattle in general has many outstanding... (more)
WSeaFamily
on Citysearch Jan 20, 2009Bistro Baffi is one of our favorite restaurants. The food is consistently fresh, well cooked and seasoned, and just plain delicious. I highly recommend the risotto. It's made with a spicy pink sauce that is amazing.... (more)
GordanaSapina
on Citysearch Jan 19, 2009I've been a big fan of Michael's food ever since he owned a fabulous italian restaurant on Alki. I was very sad when he closed it, but thrilled when he opened a place in Burien. I don't have enough superlatives to... (more)
wsugina
on Citysearch Jan 19, 2009January 20, 2009 - Likes it - Who would have thought in a hidden little corner of stores in the residential neighborhood of Burien you could find authentic cuisine of Montenegro. It's far from the over sauced plate of... (more)
TomasR
on Citysearch Jan 14, 2009We were happy to discover that Michael Vujovich had returned to the area with Bistro Baffi Cafe. The Beach House Italian Cafe on Alki was one of our favorite restaurants, and we were sad when that restaurant closed.... (more)
argie98
on Citysearch Jan 14, 2009Everything is delicious! The chef makes his sauces and bread fresh every morning. You won't be disappointed if you go here. It's seriously a gem in Burien. Also try the house wine. It's amaaaazing.... (more)
jddesantis
on Citysearch Jan 13, 2009We have been regulars since this restaurant opened.........(have our own favorites in the pastas w / red sauces which they do a fabulous job with.) We travel often, especially to Italy where we have family; this... (more)
GiniJohnson
on Citysearch Jan 12, 2009Each meal is prepared with love and attention. The specials sound so good each visit that I find it hard to make a choice...I day dream about the food and only want to go there when I go out to eat. Sometimes I even get it to... (more)
Jayme012345
on Citysearch Jan 12, 2009Delicious, delicious food! My favorite is the salmon risotto, but everything I've tried is fabulous. (more)
Franziskaner
on Citysearch Jan 12, 2009Fantastic service and even better food. It is my new regular restaurant. Tucked away in a sleepy part of town, this is Burien's best kept secret. (more)
mireid
on Citysearch Jan 02, 2009For all of you who think this is the best Italian food in Seattle clearly we havent eaten at the same restaurant. Everything here from the dry tough steak to the various bland pastas to the soppy bruschetta with very... (more)
mkmc71
on Citysearch Oct 03, 2008The food and service at Bistro Baffi is impeccable! Upon arriving, we are always welcomed and treated like family by Chef and owner Michael, who enjoys "making the rounds" and interacting with his guests (a special... (more)
JovanaEvans
on Citysearch Sep 23, 2008Bistro Baffi is my favorite restaurant. This is where I go when I want to feel great. There is nothing less than superior about this place. I am a frequent visitor and can speak to many meals on the menu. l still haven't... (more)
timboruss
on Citysearch Jul 27, 2008Bistro Baffi , what a place!!! I went there last week and loved it . I had the grilled salmon. It was the best salmon I ever had. My friend had the pasta with seafood and loved it. The wine selection is great. The server was... (more)
marycormier
on Citysearch Jul 18, 2008Recently while visiting Seattle, we discovered Bistro Baffi. It is a warm, inviting restaurant with some of the best food i've ever had. The lasagna is creamy and rich, the salmon, delicious and moist. Everything we... (more)
saintb
on Citysearch Jul 12, 2008We dine out frequently and Bistro Baffi is our favorite in Burien or the Sea-Tac area. If you are looking for great food in a wonderful European ambiance, elegant but casual, small but full service, then this is the... (more)