bistro baffi

a great asset in our neighborhood. fabulous food and ambiance.michaelis a wonderful chef. quickly touted as the best restaurant i'm burien.

great find!. what can i say about this wonderful little restaurant that hasn't already been said? from the minute you enter you are warmly greeted by chefmichaelwho is often cooking away in the kitchen. the food is outstanding, served fresh and prepared by an exceptional chef. the servers are very knowledgable of the menu and wine list and the atmosphere is lovely. you'll love it from beginning to end!

happy valentine's day!!  we celebrate ours a day early to avoid all the hubbub and the disappointment of florists running out of red roses, like this post . my husband took me out, but didn't tell me where we were going.  he was adamant we leave by a certain time.  i knew we were going out to dinner, but he usually doesn't rush.  so i thought maybe we were going to a theater or dinner and a show.  instead it was dinner from a show. :)  a few days ago, we were watching tv and mystery diners from food network came on.  the restaurant featured was from burien, wa, so we decided to continue watching it.  the restaurant is called bistro baffi and i started laughing when i found out that's where we were dining. as soon as we walked in, we recognized one of the servers from the show and chefmichaelwas walking around talking to customers.  he was even delivering food and showing specials.  he disappeared when it started getting busy. our server happened to be stacy, whom we are pretty sure i

you won't be disappointed. my husband and i go to bistro baffi several times a month. chefmichaelis always so friendly and the food is amazing. our favorite is the clams rockefeller and the spaghetti pescatore. simply yummy. i highly recommend coming here.

bistro baffi takes care of their regulars. we go to bistro baffi every three or so months knowing that we will be guaranteed an amazing meal with friends. what amazes me is that every time we show up the staff know our names and treat us like royalty. the food is outstanding. the service is close to perfection as one can get. at the end of the dinner they always are free flowing with the digestifs. we always order off the special plate. chefmichaelhand shops for the seafood and vegetables to create really unique and fantastic dishes. it is amazing that this little find is tucked away in burien.

last night was an exceptional night and i felt strongly that other people needed to know what the team behind bistro baffi are willing to do for their patrons. we were close to the last folks in the restaurant when they received a call from one of their regulars. the call was indicating that the regular with their party was well over an hour late for their reservation. despite the time chefmichaeland his staff stayed late to greet the party. they continued to work late in the night to make sure that every one of their patrons was treated to the impeccable combination of service and fantastic food.

thank you for treating us so well!

wow! i can't believe the review beneath mine. that's shocking!! i've had nothing but great experiences at bistro baffi withmichaeland his staff. they are very attentive, knowledgeable and friendly. whenever we go it's for a special occasion, bdays. my 12 year old granddaughter even chooses to go here for her bday! were greeted like long time friends. we like the banquet room where it's very warm and cozy. kat has taken care of us almost every visit. she even knows our preferred drinks appetizers and desserts. they have great wines by the bottles and cocktails are delish!! we all ordered off of the specials trays! absolutely a-ma-zingggg!! the filet melts in your mouth and all the seafood is so fresh! some would say pricey, i say when it's that good price doesn't matter =dmichaeland his staff sang happy birthday with a tiramisu! all in all just a wonderful time to spend with your loved ones!

the best in italiano food. we have followedmichaelvujovich from his first restaurant on alkai beach 17 years ago to his new location in burien. his food is absolutely the best to be had in italian cuisine. he makes everything from scratch (including daily bread) and with the finest ingredients available. the service is fantastic, the atmosphere very conducive to settling into a fabulous dinner. his tirimisu is famous and was recognized by the space needle early on when they attempted to getmichaelto make it for them (he did until he discovered they were not following the presentation to his exacting standards!). michael, his wife dinka and son luca all work hard to please every customer. it is well worth the trip to burien to find this restaurant...i promise, you will go back and back again as we do!!

fantastic!. after eating here several times, it is the best italian food in seattle. the seafood is so fresh andmichaelis a fantastic host. make the drive, its worth it!

bistro baffi is "magnifico from montenegro". bistro baffi gives burien a refreshing twist on the expected italian fare.

from the moment you enter the bistro you feel like family. fresh, not over seasoned flavors resonate though each dish. the originality and robust selections on the menu make an evening in the little corner seahurst hideaway enchanting. i don't know if it was the fireplace, the colorful artwork or the impressive wall of wine but the romantic atmosphere of bistro baffi cannot be denied despite its tucked-away location.

former owners of the beach house italian café on alki,michaelvujovich (chef) and his wife dinka have brought burien an inspiring variation to the expected italian cuisine. shopping daily for the freshest ingredients at pike place market is howmichaeldetermines what he will create for the daily specials. offering flavors of his home in montenegro, there are options for even the most discerning palate at very reasonable prices. he even makes it a point to visit each and every table to make sure you are enjoying your meal. you won't be able to mistakemichaeldue to his signature handlebar or "baffi" moustache and charismatic personality.

i had the pleasure of experiencing the daily special of pork with grilled peppers and a creamy gorgonzola which could have been easily overpowered by the strong flavors of the aged cheese, but was seasoned to perfection. i started off the meal with the signature stuffed mushroom caps with more than your traditional basics inside. they were accompanied by the famous spicy pink sauce which i expected a heavy bite from the description but was pleasantly surprised to find the spice was only a gentle kiss in the delicious blend. the freshness of each dish truly showed through by not being over spiced allowing the integrity of each ingredient shine. i wrapped up the meal with a tiramisu and an entertaining shot of flaming sambuca. i have had my share of tiramisu in the past but bistro baffi has found a way to balance the sweet and savory for a wonderful end to the evening.

to find food this fresh and genuine you would expect to pay quite a bit more than the prices you will find on the menu.

insider's tip; ask for the daily specials on any visit. these items will not only be some of the freshest and most seasonal ideas straight from the creative chef, but something you may not be able to get on a daily basis.

i had driven by bistro baffi a number of times always telling myself, i have to check that place out some time, i can genuinely say i am glad i did. this place is a must visit for a night of exceptional flavors made by a family that takes pride in and loves to share with their guests cuisine of the home in montenegro.

bistro baffi is located at 15217 21st ave sw in burien, across from the seahurst post office and st. francis of assisi.

international flavor in a local hide-away. 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 noodles found at most places that claim to be authentic. the fresh ingredients show through each plate. i can honestly say i may have had the best cut of pork i have ever tasted. i started off with the deep earthy flavors of the stuffed mushrooms with a pink sauce that was kissed with just enough spice to leave you wanting more. i finished up with a flaming shot of sambuca and tiramisu and the only was to adequately describe this desert (that i have had a million other times so i know this one) would only be adequately summed up in a sound... mmmmm.
the charismatic chefmichaelvisits your table, has a welcoming and warm staff all the while in a quaint romantic setting. the list of wines alone is worth the visit.

at a stripmall in burien?. sure, i'd love to try an authenic italian cuisine restaurant but at a stripmall in burien? who would have thought i'd find some of the best dishes and the coziest environs since my last trip to europe. my favorite plate (wait, speaking of plates, i loved the china; a discontinued pattern, i think) was pumpkin or squash-filled ravioli. years ago, on my first date with my husband, we had this as an appetizer at the pink door and this at least as delicate and subtly seasoned. and if you're looking for a no-frills marinara, spelled, "authentic",michaelv (can't spell the last name) has it down. i like the way the sauce becomes part of the pasta instead of something separate, like an ice cream sundae topping.

our server was knowledgeable about all the dishes and the wine list, which did not disappoint.

i will certainly return soon - the chef, owner,michaelv made the rounds and i felt as if i were his next-door neighbor instead of a patron. we ended our dinner not with a dessert, but flaming sambucco, with the traditional coffee beans. cozy, fun, tasty and a family feel; we'll be driving south to the stripmall in burien before too long.

worth the drive. i am so thrilled that chefmichaelhas reopened in burien. i always loved the west seattle location and don't mind the pleasant drive out to bistro baffi.

on my most recent visit i took my kids (10yr olds) and they loved the lasagna! i have never had a less than perfect meal and i think the value is excellent.

i tell anyone looking for a great place to eat to visit bisto baffi.

world class. i cannot speak for others who have dined here and found it pricey. i get around a bit and simply do not agree with that. i would sooner go here than downtown anytime. the convenience of superb cuisine, extraordinary service and a special wine list make bistro baffi the go to place for italian dining. make no mistake, downtown restaurants do not hold a candle tomichaeland dinka's wonderful offerings.