A spacious but very cute restaurant that's connected to the pizzeria. We grabbed lunch and split: - Italian Grinder - Spicy vodka eggplant parm - Chicken Caesar wrap - Kale salad I also ordered the blueberry spritz which was a seasonal offering. The bread on the sandwiches were delightfully crispy, and had a nice tender chew. The flavors of the grinder were classic and satisfying. Spicy vodka parm was comforting and yummy. The chicken Caesar wrap and kale salad were fresh and light. read more

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Need to say right up front, that we ordered food delivered as I was recovering from knee surgery. That did make a difference I believe. I got the Italian, and was not disappointed. The roll was just right and the sandwich was built well. Tasty as heck, but the delay in eating it made the bread a little soggy at the ends. My husband had Dolce Vite and he loved it. Savory and sweet. It looks smaller but it's very rich. The pignolia cookie was perfection, chewy and perfect almond flavor. It's the only thing that didn't suffer from travel. The cannoli could be good if eaten when crisp, however, the filling could have been smoother. All in, I'd go again but eat it there. read more

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I never thought I would be retroactively mad at Burnside and Fracture brewing, but if Portland could've had this the entire time, I would've bypassed the whole craft beer bubble entirely. A big fan of Dimo's Apizza, I heard they were opening up a supper club on the other side of the building in what was once Fracture and I was... loathe to try it. I understand the attraction to that business model and I realize it helps places like Dimo's and Don's establish themselves and eventually open more populist establishments (see Salami Mammi in Beaverton), but the price of entry is typically that of a better chef's table in town and I'm just fine leaving it to the first adopters. But the resulting deli/bakery/grocery/dining room? One of the finest Italian-American experiences this town offers. After initially considering the new take on Sizzle Pie across the street, an acquaintance with far more information and a cooler head suggested I stop into Dimo's. I was no stranger to the Apizza side of the operation and championed its thinner, crisper apizza that bears more resemblance to its New Haven namesake than its (admittedly excellent) New York-leaning counterpart Apizza Scholls. But she walked be right to the door of Specialties, and for that I'll be forever grateful. I could go on at length about the deli case, the seeded rolls, the sandwich variety (vodka parm, roast pork and broccoli rabe). I settled in on an East Coast grinder with capicola, calabrese salami, prosciutto, calabrian peppers, fresh red pepper, fresh mozzarella, oil, vinegar, and basil. Note the lack of mayonnaise or aioli: It can be done. Midafternoon with a bit of work ahead, I opted for an A'Siciliana aranciata (the Sanpellegrino of my youth is now made over here and tastes like Squirt--not what I signed up for). It was a great pairing, as Dimo's made good on its spicy italian and used all of its calabrian ingredients to their greatest potential. The red pepper leaking off of my hands and onto my plate reminded me of the deli sandwiches I used to train myself on in North Jersey once I started to outgrow ham and provolone. But the greatest surprise of all: The pastry case. You put some bomboloni in front of me, I'll be pleased. An $8 slice of chocolate hazelnut layer cake and cappucino? I get it. But you make me a pignoli cookie: The almond-tinged labor of love that teaches everyone the value of a pine nut and the logistics of harvesting them? And you make it so well that I have a Proustian madeline moment that takes me back to my aunt's dining room on Easter with a box of mixed Italian cookies on the table from Meyers and Kielbs with everyone jostling for the pignoli and florentines. I went back for two more and found I'd taken the last one of the day. For that reason, and for so many beautiful others, I'll be back. I know I complain a lot about Italian-American foods here. I know I give Portland no end of shit for not leaving vodka sauce well enough alone and turning up the heat on what's supposed to be one of the milder sauces available (though I blame the now-defunct Three Doors Down for that one). I know I shout about mayo on cured-meat sandwiches and creamy salad dressings on pizza. But every so often a place comes along that does some many of the fundamentals right that you're willing to overlook the local nods. I'm never going to order the spicy vodka parm here. But any place that offers a fresh mozzarella caprese, roast pork and broccoli rabe (using that name) with sharp provolone, multiple parms, meats and cheeses by the pound, a case full of pastry, a grocery of wines, gelato, and premade meals, and a gorgeous bar and dining room--unrivaled among Portland's now-burgeoning Italian-American restaurant community--will get my and my displaced East Coast family's business for as long as it chooses to stay. read more

This is my second time having their cheesesteak sandwich and I was just as pleased as the first time I had it. I also tried the hot Italian as well. Its good to go with someone so you can fet two sandwiches and split them. Overall, solid place and worth coming to. They also have pizzas by the side as well. read more

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Their entry in the 2026 Portland Burger Week was one of the most eye appealing, but was meh on taste. Moreover, the portion was small. Plating it on ceramic dish would have been much more aesthetically appealing than on flimsy cardboard. The Kale salad was worthy, and the simple pizza cheese slice was yum. Both are a good value. Ample seating and friendly service, but parking can be a challenge. read more

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Heard so much about Dimo's and finally made it in one day for lunch. Craving mortadella, I ordered a sandwich that comes with mortadella and added stracciatella cheese which is so creamy and pairs nice with mortadella. The bread was flat and crisp, Roaman style which I love, but definitely grilled too long as the char was a bit overwhelming. Inside is so cute! Lots of different seating areas with a variety of framed paintings in the walls, chandeliers, a small market area, and a full bar with lots of seating. Really want to try their pasta so I will be back for dinner, for sure! Parking is tight, I came before the noon crowd so got the last spot in their lot. The staff is super friendly and helpful if you have any questions about the menu and even made an addition of arugula to my sandwich orders read more

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Half of Dimo's eggplant caesar salad sandwich caused me to fall into a near-catatonic state, incapacitating me for the remainder of my workday. I listened to a 1-hour loop of Camila Cabello's Never Be the Same 3 times in a row and stared into space, barely avoiding sleep. I fear I am not strong enough to consume even a portion of their delicious sandwiches. Despite the nap coma, the sandwich was wonderful, and I will be returning. The fried eggplant was peppery and salty without being overly oily. I do wish that the sandwich had more lettuce inside, but I really enjoyed every part of it. The bread was particularly good: it was fluffy, had the perfect amount of chewiness, and was an appropriate thickness (thin enough to easily take a bite, thick enough to enjoy the bread's flavor with each mouthful). I think that $17 for a sandwich is pretty steep, but half was enough to fill me, and I was very hungry before eating. You could easily split a sandwich with a friend. I also tried their peanut butter-miso cookie. The peanut butter flavor came through strongly and reminded me of a Nutter Butter cookie. Unfortunately, I could not taste the miso, and the cookie was quite dry. I have heard great things about their Rainbow dessert (sorry, I forget the name), so I will give it a try next time. Parking was rough around lunchtime, so you may have to circle the block a few times before finding a spot. I would recommend eating in their large outdoor seating area if the weather is nice! read more

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This review is 99.9% for the lunch / deli menu. We LOVE Dimo's Apizza & have been wanting to try the newer Italian Specialties space next door that does lunch & dinner. We made it in & the lunch menu is solid, featuring a variety of big beautiful sandwiches. We ordered a spicy vodka chicken parm to split & it was perfection! The house-made sesame baguette is the perfect base, light & soft inside with a nice slightly crunchy outside. The sauce had really great flavor & the whole thing was topped with a pile of fresh basil & that fire arugula pesto! We weren't sure splitting a sandwich was going to be enough food but it was plenty, very nice portion. The only thing that I'd add next time is an extra side of sauce for dipping! We got some Italian flag cookies to-go & will definitely be getting those again, yum. In terms of the dinner service...(which my rating does not reflect) we made reservations to ring in the New Year here & surprisingly had a very frustrating, disappointing experience. Still kinda bummed, but chalking it up to a newer endeavor working out the kinks. :/ Happy to continue to support the deli & Apizza! read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - Spicy vodka parm - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Dropped by to try their Grinders for lunch and I really enjoyed them! Super big and filling; full of fresh and high quality ingredients. One sandwich is good for two people honestly but we tried the Chicken Ceasar and the Pork Raab. The Chicken Ceasar was an easy winner for me. Love the crunchy lettuce and their Chicken Cutlets were super tender. They don't skim on the filling at all. The freshness of the lettuce paired amazingly with the toasty and nutty Sesame Bageutte. The Pork Raab was nice but softer and mushier than what I'd have liked. Both sandwiches could use a tad more salt and seasoning though. Love the casual and cozy vibe. You can see their Foccacias and Bread offerings by the kitchen. The space is attached to Dimo's Apizza. Overall, a very good sandwich spot for high quality and quantity sandwiches. read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - Chicken Ceasar and Pork Raab - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Decent Italian Grinder.. bread was tough for this type of sandwich as it is a sesame baguette.. would've been better with a softer bread like the ones I had on the east coast.. meat and cheeses were thinly sliced with a lot of lettuce and vinegaratte Place has a bar and been to their pizzeria next door which was just okay Friendly service Nice ambiance as it is a cool place to chill to have pizza or sandwiches with beer or cocktails read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - Italian - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I love Dimo's pizza and when I found out they had a deli restaurant next to the pizza joint, I couldn't wait to try it out. My sister and brother in law wanted to try their burger week special, the Fonduta, and I couldn't resist. They do have their own parking lot which is nice but street parking isn't too bad either. As I approached the deli, you order at the counter. I ordered food and a beer to go with the meal. I like that there was plenty of seating and the atmosphere was pleasant. Food arrived promptly and the burger looked and smell amazing. I was impressed by the generous fondue sauce that was provided. Even my nephew loved the sauce and we agreed it was a winner. I cannot wait to come back and try their other offerings, cheers! read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - Fonduta Burger - Burger week 2025 - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Italian dining the way its supposed to be done. An experience that includes filling atable with dishes and glasses. Dimo's is the kind of place that makes you want to stay and linger. The dishes are more like tapas, especially if you consider ordering off the antipasta side of the menu, and can be shared to create a really family-style dinner. They have good cocktails, a decent wine list, and the coolest atmosphere. It's really like you're eating in an old European dining hall. The warehouse feel and the high ceilings give a sort of back alley kind of ambiance. The servers are kind and attentive but most of all efficient. The place runs very smoothly and perhaps that's what makes it so inviting to want to just stay at the table and keep talking and lingering. Filling the table with dishes from so many different types of food and as many glasses as we could, we enjoyed a stellar evening together. If I had one piece of advice for eating here, it would be to make your meal family style. Order as many plates as you can and share them. This will allow you to get the true authentic feel for the restaurant. I know we'll be back. read more

Love the ambiance and had excellent service. Order at the bar and seat yourself. We didn't try any grinders but the Fonduta Burger alone is worth the outing. We came on a heat advisory day and it was comfortable inside. We also tried two pastas and the fries. The pomodoro bucatini was lovely! Nice hint of spice and I love the crunchy in there! We were least excited about the fries & spaghetti w/ meatballs. The noodle part was good but the meatballs were not tender, and bit dry. Even so the things we liked, we really liked, so we will definitely be back. read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - pomodoro bucatini - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I was super impressed with this place! Outdoor looks fun and welcoming and indoors is classy and elegant! We sat indoors and enjoyed pizza and two different types salads. I ordered a gin & tonic to drink and it was tasty! I keep wanting to go back for just for the salads! :) read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - Meat lovers, kale salad, & orzo salad - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We stopped in at Dimo's Italian Specialties to try the Fonduta burger for Portland Burger Week. The burger was delicious and I loved dipping it in the cheese sauce. I found the cheese to be slightly too salty for my taste. The restaurant was clean and interestingly decorated. Customer service was friendly and quick. They have seating inside and out, as well as a small parking lot. I would visit again and try something else on the menu. read more

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What a treat! This place has everything I love; sandwiches, a pastry case, excellent beer list, and creative cocktails Dimo's Italian Specialties hasn't even been open a full month yet and I've already tried three sandwiches and a couple things from the case. Joy! The sandwiches are on the more expensive side, but they are BIG so you're definitely getting your moneys worth. I could eat the bread on it's own; so good! They also sell handmade pasta, sauces, soup stock, wines, cooking oils and a bunch of other pantry items. read more

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Dimo's is interesting. Its easiest described as 3 separate concepts: 1. The Pizzeria to the left 2. The Deli and Bakery (same spot) open until 4pm 3. The Supper Club (same location as Deli) 5pm-9pm. I tried #2 and #3. Starting with the Deli/Bakery: I ordered their Italian Grinder, 2 doughnuts (fig and nutella), took home a sesame baguette and a chocolate chip cookie. Everything was quite good, nothing stood out. The cookie was dry, a bit overbaked and with teeny tiny chocolate chips (not my preference, I like chunks) but otherwise ok. It will hit the spot in a fix. The doughnuts (i think they call them bonbone?) were ok too. The dough itself was fluffy and nice, but the fig custard filling texture was curdled and a bit mealy. The taste of the filling was good though. The nutella was better but there wasn't quite enough filling. The sesame baguette was good, I enjoyed some sandwiches at home with it, likely my favorite item! The Italian Grinder was solid but not exciting. The dressing had gotten soggy in my 10min drive home. I think if a deli will dress sando's with wet dressings they should put them on the side for to-go orders. It could've also used a smidge more meat but otherwise I liked it and would return to try some other sandwiches there. The Supper Club: Holy Moly, what a value!! For $55 per person you can do a prix fixe tasting menu and boy do they deliver the goods. The amount of food for the price was exceptional, you WILL have leftovers. There's definitely talent in this kitchen, even if not every item was perfect. To begin, our Frito Mixto was exceptional. The seafood was so fresh and perfectly cooked, as were the other fried items. The sauce it came with was fantastic, but could use a smidge of vinegar to be a true agridulce, as is often served alongside fried seafood appetizers in Italian restaurants. Still, loved this! The Meatballs were great too, very tender. The Arancini's were a highlight. They were filled with cheese and mushroom and perfectly fried. These are a MUST get item here. Sadly, the Cannelloni Bean and Broccoli Raab is a skip. Do not get this item. There was no broccoli to be found, so I imagine it was pureed into the beans. The dish was essentially a pile of mush, and not very tasty mush either. That said, chef's take chances with Supper Clubs like these and I do not expect every dish to be a winner. The Lasagna was another we'd skip next time. It was SO oily and also just a big pile of mush. I like very traditional, al dente, clear delineation of layers, etc. This tasted like Cafeteria food. Definitely a skip next time. The Short Rib was good but wasnt paired with any traditional item to soak up the traditional collagen-rich sauce (mashed potatoes, polenta, etc). It was just ribs and sauce, thats it. Still, it was good. I have to repeat the generosity of the portions to price ratio for the Supper Club. $55 isnt inexpensive, but it is VERY fair when you consider the quality and quantity of food delivered here! Im hoping the talented chef(s) here will continue to refine these recipes and mix it up with new items as well. Will definitely return to eat dinner here again as I love this type of food concept with varying seasonal menu's and fairly priced chef's tasting style. It just makes for a fun night! I should add, the place itself is very cozy and inviting and would be perfect for dinner with a group or a date night. The wine bottle menu in particular was impressive too. read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - dinner menu - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We came in for some sandwiches on a weekend and ordered the cold Italian ($17) and the hot pork roast raab ($18). You order at the counter and they bring your food out. Counter service was fast and sandwiches came out quickly. Food was decent and the space reminded me of a brewery. We also each had a beer which I think was $8 a piece if I remember correctly. For a casual, counter-service establishment, our lunch bill was ~ $50 (not including tip). A little on the pricy side for what it is but I understand things are just getting more expensive for everyone these days. read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - Italian - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Hands down the best sandwiches in Portland. If you don't already eat here every day then I suggest you get off your phone and go now. read more

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3rd timer here - we have been equally impressed each time, the food has been consistently good. Today we enjoyed the fries which are crispy fingerling potatoes covered in parmesan and roasted herbs ( highly recommend) , lemon pepper old bay wings and our favorite the cacio e Pepe pizza. We came tonight (on a Friday night) and the music was great which is always a plus read more

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Yum....finally hit Dimo's yesterday and it was worth it. Located in the old Burnside Brewing locale, they have a nice patio and inside is set up pretty cool as well, pizzeria on one side and sandwiches/pasta on the other side with a nice taplist. I believe the sandwich menu is Philly based, Cheesesteaks, Roasted Pork & Broccoli Raab and so forth on a sesame seed hoagie roll, high quality ingredients. I didn't have pizza in Philly, but their pizza was a super thin with a CHARRED crust, yum, looked great. The staff seemed happy and the guy that took my order was informative. Enjoy read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - Chicken Parm and a Wayfinder Secret Secret Czech Black Lager. - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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We got our sandos to go. Great & friendly service! I had a vegetarian with zucchini & Arugula and it's the best, most flavorful sando I've had in a long time. My husband had the Italian meat sando& said it full of meat & flavor. read more

Very friendly ordering experience. Italian sandwich was fantastic and the handmade roll was exceptional read more

Myself and our party of seven rolled into Dimo's Italian specialties on a random Sunday and were quickly accommodated by the attentive staff. We had left an overcrowded and overhyped restaurant that was not able to get us in for another three hours. After being seated, we decided to order almost the entire menu, except for 3 items at the bottom of it. Our drinks and first plates came out quickly and, after a few bites, we knew we were in for a treat. The salads (Endive Caesar and the Kale + Radicchio) were an instant highlight of the meal. We loved everything in the first two sections, but the pasta is where they really shine. If I was forced to choose favorites, it would be the mind blowing bucatini and deeply savory spaghetti nero. We were ROLLING out of there and did not have any room for dessert - which only means we'll have to return! The only thing this place is missing is a lot more promotion and word of mouth. It's new, but there's no reason it shouldn't be packed on a Sunday. I have high hopes that this place finds its target audience! read more

We had their burger week burger and it was AMAZING!! The lady helping us was super nice and we loved the decorations.

Great food and service. The sandwiches are spectacular especially the Italian and the Philly grinders. Cannolis are some of the best I've had in Portland and the pine nut cookie was very good too. read more

Long wait but if you call ahead and pick up it's not too bad. Our go to pizza on the weekend! read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Holy Smokes!!!! Wow to much flavor to explain!!! Hot Italian was a true experience!!!

First off, I was really looking forward to trying this spot. The lady working the front was very nice and informative. The sandwiches were $17. $17 for a sandwich should be illegal. Both were just okay. Bread is nice but the sandwiches were not that great. Pretty soggy and underwhelming. read more

This place is BOMB and the staff is so courteous and cool. The pizza is next level and the pasta is also great! local portlanders know this is the spot! read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - Pizza rosa - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Disappointing but has potential and staff was nice. It was obvious the chicken wasn't fresh and had been cooked and then reheated. Breading was slimy and chicken was chewy like how it becomes when you microwave breaded chicken. read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

The cheesesteak is so good!!! Had to come back for it 2 times on this visit. The best read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - Signage - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This place is incredible -- it's like Diimos Pizzeria's fancy older brother. The vibe is on point and everything on the menu, from the grinders to the pastas to the prepared case, is legit delicious. I don't think there's a bad thing on the whole menu. Also super vegetarian-friendly -- lots of eggplant instead of chicken on the grinders. read more

Dimo's Italian Specialties - Grinder - Sandwiches Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Best (only?) eggplant parm sub in town, though it might be better as takeout than dine-in as the crust softens up a bit during travel time. Haven't tried dine-in, but looked like a comfy space and will be visiting again without a doubt. read more

I went there on a weekday in the afternoon. It was not busy. The place is very accommodating with many tables. They have a nice bar to sit at with beer on tap. I ordered the special prime rib sandwich with dipping juice. It was large and terrific. That is all I purchased and it was $20.00. It was worth it I would like to get a pizza and sit down with a beer next time. read more

The food was fresh and the service very friendly when I went for lunch. Parking is limited in the lot.

Sandwich had potential but it needed some salt and tasted like it'd been warmed rather than made fresh. Also, the bald dude at the counter was an absolute asshole. So if you're into hours old, basically tasteless food served by an asshole, boy are you in for a treat. read more

Amazing customer service very polite and excellent pizza! I love this place best place in Oregon. 10/10!

Went for dinner service. Variety of options, we liked what we ordered. Two tops near front door are drafty and prone to getting bumped/jostled. Biggest drawback, put the prices on the menu. This isn't the economy to be not sharing information about cost and likely portion size. read more

They have a nice looking supper club in the evening but went during the day. Had the special of the day meatball sub. Let me tell you...the flavors, the texture of the bread, the spicy yet mellow red sauce. Forget about it. I wish I could have gone again and again. Everything was fresh and homemade and you can buy ingredients there to add to your own cooking. Just go if you love sandwiches! read more