STELLA restaurant interior with tables set with glassware and napkins at Hotel Sorrento

Italian Dining in Downtown Seattle

Coastal Italian - Inspired Cuisine

STELLA. brings the flavors of coastal Italy to Seattle, offering a refined dining experience with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients. Nestled within Hotel Sorrento, this elegant restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, combining traditional Italian culinary techniques with innovative flair to create dishes that celebrate both tradition and creativity. With a warm and inviting ambiance, STELLA. provides a perfect setting for intimate dinners, gatherings with friends, and special occasions alike. Offering indoor and outdoor dining options, guests can choose from the Main Dining Room, the Fireside Room, The Bar, or The Garden to enjoy their meal.

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Plates of fresh salads, grilled bread, and appetizers on a table with hands reaching for food in STELLA at Hotel Sorrento

STELLA at Hotel Sorrento

Hours:

Breakfast 7:30am - 11:00am
Lunch 11:00am - 2:00pm
Weekend Brunch 8:00am - 2:00pm
Dinner 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Aperitivo Hour 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Late Night (Drinks Only) 9:00pm - 11:00pm

STELLA's Dining Menu

Indulge in Great Cuisine

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Breakfast

Open Breakfast Menu
Brunch featuring fried eggs, bacon, avocado, salad, and beverages served in STELLA at Hotel Sorrento

Brunch

Open Brunch Menu
Close-up of a person having lunch in STELLA Restaurant at Hotel Sorrento

Lunch

Open Lunch Menu
Hand holding a fork over a salad with microgreens in STELLA at Hotel Sorrento

Dinner

Open Dinner Menu
Variety of cocktails served on a marble surface in STELLA at Hotel Sorrento

Drinks

Open Drinks Menu
Bartender stirring a cocktail in a glass full of ice in STELLA Bar at Hotel Sorrento

Aperitivo Hour

Open Aperitivo Menu

Dining Style

Choose Where to Dine

Table arrangements in Private Dining Space at STELLA in Hotel Sorrento

STELLA.

Retro lighting, soft leather seating and a gallery wall featuring original art by local artist Jen Ament create a cozy feel for local regulars and guests from afar.

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The Bar

The Bar at STELLA. is a neighborhood staple and Seattle institution. Adjacent to the main lobby, the speakeasy vibe makes it the ideal locale for classic cocktails and sharing secrets.

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Bartender preparing cocktails in STELLA Bar with ornate woodwork at Hotel Sorrento
The Fireside Room with seating area and festive greenery at Hotel Sorrento

The Fireside Room

Perfectly-mixed cocktails in a legendary setting: grab a seat and have a drink in the historic Fireside Room, our signature lobby bar; a place where something is always happening.

Note: The Fireside Room is open from 5PM - 9 PM. No reservation required. First come first serve.

The Garden

A haven in the heart of the city, gather, dine and drink al fresco under our Italianate facade.

Open during the spring & summer season pending good weather.

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Dining area with wooden tables and woven chairs in The Garden at Hotel Sorrento
Dining area with wooden tables and woven chairs in The Garden at Hotel Sorrento
STELLA Bar with bar counter & bar shelves, and soft seating at Hotel Sorrento
Table arrangements in Private Dining Space at STELLA in Hotel Sorrento

Host Your Private Event at STELLA Sorrento

Celebrate at STELLA with a private dining experience tailored to you. Whether it’s a special occasion, corporate event, or intimate gathering, our team will craft the perfect setting with exceptional cuisine and service.

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Meet Chef Paolo Pezzali

Executive Chef Paolo Pezzali is an Italian-born, gastronomic aficionado who brings leadership experience and a rich culinary background to STELLA. at Hotel Sorrento. Chef Paolo received his culinary arts education internationally in Lugano, Switzerland. Prior to joining the kitchen at STELLA., he was the executive chef at Seattle’s Pan Pacific Hotel and led the culinary team at the Space Needle for ten years where he developed their curated menus for private events, serving thousands of guests a year from around the world.

Now, Chef Paolo is bringing his European heritage and training to elevate the coastal Italian-inspired cuisine at STELLA. with his authentic style and passion for seasonal produce in the Pacific Northwest. He is a generous teacher in the kitchen and his love for hospitality can be tasted in every dish he serves.

When Chef Paolo spends time away from the kitchen, he can be found hiking, gardening, playing chess or with his wife Claudia and cats, Cloe and Pika.

Portrait of Chef Paolo Pezzali at Hotel Sorrento


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