BALLARD. Named after the Tuscan hill town where the owner/chefs met, Volterra brings an authentic slice of Italy to the Northwest. Although the tiled dining room may get noisy, you'll be too enthralled by the signature Tuscan Limoncello Rosemary Drop cocktail to notice. Careful attention to cooking and presentation of fine ingredients like truffles, homemade pastas, wild boar, and beef tenderloin result in dish after luscious dish. Savory orechiette in lamb ragu, accompanied by steamed asparagus in lemon-cheese sauce, is a favorite. Desserts include a rich tiramisu and chestnut panna cotta. The knowledgeable staff won't let the largely Italian wine list get the better of you.
Hours:
<i><b>Restaurant</b></i> Mon-Thu 5pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm; Sun 5pm-9pm
<i><b>Bar</b></i> Mon-Thu 4:30pm-Midnight; Fri 4:30pm-1am; Sat 9am-11pm; Sun 9am-9pm
<i><b>Brunch</b></i> Sat-Sun 9am-2pm