The Old Spaghetti Factory - Seattle

3.9(210)

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Location & Hours

Address

2801 Elliott Ave
Seattle, Washington 98121
United States

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Contact Information

(206) 441-7724

About The Old Spaghetti Factory - Seattle

Family-friendly chain eatery featuring traditional Italian entrees amid turn-of-the-century decor.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on November 14, 2025.

3.9/5

Based on 210 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Mitchell Yin

8 years ago

I'm sad that this place is closing, if not for the sentimental value, then for the location. Sure it's the same fare as other osf's, but you can't beat a brick building on Seattle's waterfront. The po...

Curtis Cook

8 years ago

I was very impressed with the wait staff here. We had a rehearsal dinner here for my brother's wedding and had about 30 people in our party. Each guest was greeted with a friendly smile on arrival and...

Emily Raulston

9 years ago

My boyfriend and I go here about once a month and love it. The service is consistently great as is the food. I always dip my bread in the creamy pesto salad dressing. (Get an extra side of it for that...

Kane Nexus

9 years ago

food wasn't that great, prices were a bit high for what we got, though our server was excellent, and the lighting would've been better in a cave though I feel that was their intention by design. We me...

Holly

9 years ago

Delicious food, but the ambiance is very dark. They could use a little better lighting. Also, the waiter was not very helpful, she didn't really listen to what we said.

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant generally provides a positive dining experience, though some inconsistencies exist. Customers mostly appreciated the experience.

Customer Favorites

The creamy pesto salad dressing is highly recommended, with customers suggesting ordering extra for dipping bread. The bread and salad, in general, contribute to a filling meal with leftovers.

Atmosphere & Service

The service is frequently highlighted, with many praising the wait staff's attentiveness and friendliness, especially during large group events. However, some found the ambiance too dark and the lighting problematic, even for servers.

Value & Quality

Portion sizes are generally considered ample, but some reviewers find the prices a bit high for the food quality received. The restaurant is viewed as an affordable, moderately fine dining option.

Areas for Improvement

Lighting is a common concern, with several reviewers finding it too dark and impacting both the ambiance and the staff's ability to navigate. Some felt the attentiveness of the waiters needed improvement.

Recent Trends

The more recent reviews note the restaurant's impending closure, expressing sadness due to the location and sentimental value. Price increases were also mentioned in the more recent review.