Lupo - Seattle

We didn’t have reservations so we ate at the bar. We have been scouring the Ballard/Fremont area for a pizza place that is to sit at. Lupo is our new go-to! The... read more We didn’t have reservations so we ate at the bar. We have been scouring the Ballard/Fremont area for a pizza place that is to sit at. Lupo is our new go-to! The pizza is amazing and the vibe is really nice and comfortable. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Price per person: $20–30

My favorite pizza place in the world. Perfect sourdough. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Meal type: Dinner read more My favorite pizza place in the world. Perfect sourdough. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Meal type: Dinner

I really went back and forth about actually writing this review. I recognize from being in healthcare that people have bad days, and it’s difficult to judge a p... read more I really went back and forth about actually writing this review. I recognize from being in healthcare that people have bad days, and it’s difficult to judge a place solely on one experience. However, I wouldn’t go back here even if the pizza was free, for multiple reasons, so I decided to share my experience in hopes that the horrible staff takes note. Maybe try caring? Who knows. I can’t perform miracles. The manager host had the absolute worst customer service. No ounce of anyone in this establishment was kind. They almost took pleasure in talking down to people. I watched him do this not only to my group but others that came through. We came in with a baby and did not have a reservation. We were asked to wait for up to 45 minutes. Fair enough, no problem at all. The baby started fussing, as they do, so about 30 minutes in (we assumed, we truly were paying attention) we asked kindly if they had any idea how much longer it might be. The response: “37 MINUTES YOU’VE BEEN WAITING. I TOLD YOU UP TO 45.” In the loudest and rudest tone. It was distressing. Please know I was kind and not at all annoyed, it was just a question. At this point my friend (the baby’s mom) suggests that we order to go given the baby won’t stop fussing. I went back up and tried to be even nicer, though the manager was horrific … and was treated the same way. He went on about how we can’t do to go and we need to just sit. Basically shaming us for existing. My friend pointed out we weren’t trying to skip and would wait our regular turn, only she had to leave with the baby and we would stay and wait for the pizza. “NO. That CANNOT happen. What don’t you understand here?!” Then he continued to shame us. I was visibly upset at this point and had to turn around to disengage. It was so uncalled for. And I was being nothing but nice to avoid conflict. It’s a question. Not a demand. We were about to leave but the manager came to us and said “WELL, your table is ready so just wait a moment and we will seat you.” At this point my fried and her baby are leaving, the manager is upset. “Why are you leaving?! The table is ready!” She tries to explain that at this point she can’t keep him there due to the baby just not having a good evening. The other 3 of us stayed back to just eat. Sunk cost and waiting at another restaurant wasn’t the smarter move. We ordered 3 pizzas, drinks, and a Caesar salad. The pizza was soggy and essentially overly cheesed (this is coming from someone who is cheese friendly, even) you just couldn’t taste anything but cheese and wet bread. All 3 of them. The Caesar was good but the drinks were watered down and bad. Now. Everyone has off nights. Sure. And I was stupid enough to not read the reviews first which also speak about the rude human. But this entire experience was uncalled for. Human kindness and decency goes a long way. I am someone who lives in NYC and loves a bitchy host, but never in my time there has one of them been nearly as rude or just downright mean. They are sassy in NY, not down right mean. Do better. Please. Also, this is not a place to bring children. It’s not set up well for it and they seem to be really upset that children exist in their space. Food: 1 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 1 Price per person: $30–40 Parking space: Difficult to find parking Kid friendliness: Absolutely not.

One of the best pizzas in Seattle. Lupo have some really amazing flavor combinations on their specials, great basic pizzas, and an excellent crust. One of the s... read more One of the best pizzas in Seattle. Lupo have some really amazing flavor combinations on their specials, great basic pizzas, and an excellent crust. One of the stand outs for me is the vegan pizza. I am by no means a vegan, but dang, it is so flavorful andI will gladly order it every time and it is probably the best vegan pizza I’ve ever had anywhere. The service is always greatand the atmosphere is nice and it’s perfect for a quick dinner or a date. Some of their ice cream specials have been top-notchand I will gladly go here again and again.

I want to give four stars because the kitchen deserves recognition for their work. Two guys cranking out pizza for a full restaurant is not easy. But if it were... read more I want to give four stars because the kitchen deserves recognition for their work. Two guys cranking out pizza for a full restaurant is not easy. But if it weren’t for them I’d give less. The host was not nice and the service was cold. I wasalone and they seated me in the furthest table behind a brick beam. No one was rude, just really uninviting. The pizza was fine.I expected a lot more. I just chalked it up to a busy night. Still tasted good.