Al Lago Ristorante Italiano, Lake Tapps

Al Lago traffics in the bold and majestic. Their menu packs bold flavors into their Italian recipes, and views of Mt. Rainier and Lake Tapps surround meals with Washington's majestic sights. The dinner selection boasts simple dishes, such as clams steamed with fresh herbs, as well as original interpretations of classic meals, including a rib eye steak marinated in marsala reduction and a burger topped with cherry peppers, mozzarella, and marinara. There are more classic Italian meals as well, such as chicken parmigiana and a namesake pizza layered with three kinds of meat. The wine list centers on bottles from California, Oregon, and Washington to showcase local flavors and the benefits of growing grapes in Pacific Standard Time.