I've come here twice now and it is just a gem! Located in Sellwood, parking can be a bit hard to find. And, if you're coming on a weekend evening it may be hard to grab a spot as I noticed the restaurant gets busy on both weekday and weekend nights! Service here is always very friendly, polite, and quick. The inside of the restaurant is lively, with a darker/more bar-like vibe on one side, and a brighter/livelier dining area on the other. The decor has a lot of antique pieces, a beautiful mural on the wall, and reminds you of a big family restaurant. The first time I went here, I got their vongole, which was recommended by a friend (and seems to be one of their more famous dishes). The portion came out to be huge, with a generous GENEROUS portion of clams. The broth was heavenly and the garlic bread was absolutely to-die-for (and goes well with the broth). The vongole was so delicious, I had to come back with my boyfriend. The second time I came with my boyfriend, we got the shrimp, the vongole, and the bolognese with paccheri noodles. The shrimp was delicious and also came with a lot of shrimp. The vongole was once again amazing. And, the bolognese was phenomenal. I've never had paccheri noodles before, and loved trying it. Their seasoning and bolognese was delicious, and I could've had it forever (if I didn't get so full from their big portions). Overall, I loved this spot and would definitely come back to try more of their menu items. read more

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Everything was really good, staff was nice and the inside is so cute, I just wish I chose Something different. I had the bolognese pasta and I was not expecting it to taste the way it did. It has cinnamon and nutmeg which threw me off a lot. Other than that the meatballs and bread were really good just not a fan of that pasta. read more

Gino's - Meatball appetizers - Italian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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It's nice to have a restaurant like Gino's nearby where u can take family and friends and have a good meal and evening together! Service is very efficient and knowledgeable. To me personally Gino's is half about the place--big old booths, a neat old bar, a step back in time, outdoor patio on nice evenings--and half about the food. Their steaks are very delicious! There are good options for pasta dishes, their pork ravioli being one of my favorites. Servings are perhaps over generous, on occasion slightly oily, but always well seasoned and fresh. Wine list is great and their cocktails are spot on! This is one place we keep returning to because it is comfortable, upbeat, and has reliable good food. It is always busy so that tells you they have a following! read more

WARNING: They STEAL %15 of your TAKEOUT order amount as MANDATORY "gratuity". They weren't gracious AT ALLl!! They didn't even provide a fork or napkins in the takeout box. The ravioli portion is TINY...NOT WORTH $23. Was Grandma's Jean's pasta worth $25? Well not when they stole %15 of my order amount. read more

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My favorite restaurant in Portland, Oregon. The vegan puttanesca is delicious and very flavorful with lots of olives. Though it is a little pricey, the plates are fairly large. The flavor is also always consistent and never disappoints. Also I really appreciate the staff because they are always happy about changing my order or cooking me up a new plate if they mess it up. read more

Gino's - Puttanesca - Italian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We loved the food, service and atmosphere at Gino's. We had a 7:30 reservation on a Monday night and it was full when we got there. We ordered the beet salad to start. It was excellent and very large. Two of us shared it but was enough for four. My wife ordered the spaghetti with clams. It was a huge portion with lots of clams in the shell. She says it was excellent and took leftovers home. I ordered cioppino . This was also excellent and a very large portion. I ate all the seafood and dipped the bread in the delicious broth. I couldn't eat all the pasta. We finished with a very nice cannoli, which thankfully wasn't huge! The service was attentive if not particularly chatty, which was fine for our party. All in all, we had a wonderful meal. read more

Came to Gino's with a group of friends and had a wonderful time. Very unassuming from the outside - we almost thought it wasn't there when we arrived! The interior was lovely and romantically dark, and the women's bathroom was fun with an explosion of bright flowered wallpaper! I'd already decided on the Paccheri when our lovely host recommended it and omg - it was a showstopper. It was the favorite of everyone at the table (we all exchanged bites because we be family like that), and I would go there again and again to order that. The other dishes my friends ordered were good, but not something I'd come back for. The cappuccino and tiramisu* were very good. Had a great time! Hope to be back! *I like tiramisu that doesn't taste a lot like coffee - and I know that's weird. If most people love a tiramisu, I won't like it. I want it to just taste like sweet cream and chocolate with a tiny touch of coffee. That's what this was. read more

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A classic! This is the quintessential Italian-American restaurant - consistent, excellent, no-frills pasta dishes that leave you full and happy. The space is dark and moody and gets busy so you'll want to get a reservation beforehand. During the summer months you can sit outside in their parklet area, which is delightful. Gino's is easily one of my favorite go-to's. Love it. read more

We were pretty disappointed with our visit to Gino's. The penne alla vodka was neither flavorful nor saucy enough, and the pasta was overcooked and The grandma jeans had a lot of inedible meat and overall was too salty. We also found the Caesar salad to be watery. read more

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Oh man. I really hate writing this review but tonight was just so awful. I'm sad. We love Gino's, it's special place to take friends and family visiting from out of town or just our family when celebrating a birthday or special occasion. It's the first place we tried when we moved to sellwood 3 years ago, we had a preemie in the house so ordered a lot of takeout and Gino's on Christmas Eve (takeout) was a great tradition. Tonight we celebrated my daughter's friend visiting from Phoenix, we hadn't seen her in several years and Gino's being our go to I made a reservation for 6. We arrived and were seated at table, everything was as usual. Server arrived in a decent amount of time, nothing unusual then it went downhill fast. We ordered the mussels and the burrata as appetizer, every time we go this is what we get for apps. We dish up our mussels, I'm eating away and I scoop out a clam and with it was a massive clump of green/black sandy mud, I immediately spit it out and let me tell you it was awful. I look around and find another large clump of the green/black grit. I have never ever had anything like that happen ever ever ever when eating mussels. We flag our waiter down and he then proceeds to chastise me by saying "well it comes from the water, sometimes you get rocks. Why did you eat it?" Basically, I was the idiot who ate it. Silly me. I had to ask for a new napkin because mine was filled with green and black nasty that I spit out into it. We sit with our appetizer plates and platters for the whole time, me looking at the mussels who now have ruined my appetite. Oh and after my issue no one wanted to touch the mussels. Our food arrives and never was our other plates removed until I asked. Main course arrives and they were ok, some overly salty and the ravioli was very strong and overly herbaceous, just overpowering pesto. Seemed like they were very short staffed, hubby wanted pork chop and we were told would be an hour. The topper really was our waiter, I know he was trying and he had a bad foot but my god try a little bit to make your customers feel welcome or just something, anything. Green mud in a mussel is not ok and laughing it off made me feel dumb. In the end we spent $360 and just felt sad. I know things and circumstances happen but there is still a level of service that just wasn't there, I felt like the folks working cared about as much as a fast food worker and that's a dis at the fast food workers really. Gino's was truly a special place for us and I'm just so disappointed. read more

The food was great, but be prepared for a long wait. From the time we arrived to when we finally received our food and paid, the entire experience took about four hours. Make sure you have plenty of time in your schedule if you plan to dine here! read more

Are you kidding me we were going over to get into shenanigans in another part of town drove through here found this place this is ridiculous if you're not coming here it's actually offensive to me I will drive you here give me a call this is amazing food amazing service amazing atmosphere read more

Located in a cute corner spot in sellwood! The street next to this restaurant is permanently closed so this allows for outdoor dining on warm nights. The inside is like all true Italian restaurants, dark (why are they all so dark??) but it is charming. The staff are quick, attentive, and knowledgeable of the menu. This is a family friendly restaurant but also a great spot for a date night. The food is great, their salads and mixed drinks are amazing! The parking can be tricky but there's plenty of street parking on the surrounding blocks. read more

I have been to Gino's 4 times for lunch. The bar tender was really helpful and attentive as she doubled as our waitress. The younger male waiter was also very sweet and remembered us from a prior visit. The food was very good. The mussels with pasta was outstanding, the broth has a deep very refined flavor. My granddaughter loves the marinara pasta and also the mussels. Although I really like the bolognase, it has been slightly uneven in the texture being creamier (which I preferred) and drier at other times. The portions are good, more generous during our first 2 visits. The wine suggestions from the bar tender were excellent. We all agreed that the vanilla ice cream was the best we have ever had! The atmosphere is relaxed and quiet enough to allow for conversation. It has a fun, eclectic vibe. The bar is gorgeous and a work of art. It's a fun place for dates, for friends and family. read more

Great service but food was a hit or miss for us. Shrimp app was good and as expected Meatball app was the best part of the meal and tasty but nothing amazing Sausage and polenta was kind of bland. If it had the sauce that was with the meatball, it would be much better but the sauce on this was on the flavorless side for the three of us Grandma Jeans pasta was the worse. There was something that made it bitter and kind of had an aftertaste. I want to say rosemary but I'm not sure. But we all hated it and just the most of it away after 5 bites Cioppino was okay. Like it was a seafood stew but not the ones I enjoyed in SF. This tasted heavier and saltier and I'm used to it being lighter, more acidic and fresher tasting Filet mignon was fine Portions were really good but we did throw most of the main meal away read more

It's been a long time since we had a date night. I don't know how it got on the wife's radar but it did. We had the senior hour reservations so we could see a movie after. We started with the cheese plate. Three hunks of cheese which had names...who knows what they were from. Delicious onion jam. Six tiny pieces of baguette and plain hazelnuts. I shake my head. Tastes good but I expected more. Got the Caesar salad. Wow. Strong flavors. Garlic blowout. Way too strong. I hear it used to be a freshly prepared two person course but it is no longer. I got the grandma jeans. Luscious and rich as advertised. Slightly too salty. I raised an eyebrow at the addition of the pepperoni. It did add flavor but not worth the added salt. The portion was yuge! It made three meals worth. The wife got the parpadelle. It was very tasty. Nice amount of mushrooms and a ridiculous portion for how rich it was. Again about three meals worth. The garlic bread was good. Very tasty but the bottom half was mess with your dental work tough. Service was a little aloof but I'll keep giving the COVID grace. I'd come back to try some other things. Note. It is in the tavern building. It is not obvious from the street. read more

Gino's - Mushroom parpadelle - Italian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I really wanted to like this place. The atmosphere is casual and inviting. On my first visit a year ago, I ordered the mussels. They were delicious--perfectly cooked in a wonderful broth--until I found shards of broken shell in the broth. The staff apologized and adjusted the bill, but the experience ruined the meal and undermined confidence in the kitchen. Because the flavors were so good (and my husband's dinner was excellent), I gave it another try a year later. Again, I ordered the mussels. And right away, I found broken shells. I set the dish aside and ordered something else, but by the time it arrived my husband had finished his meal. The worst part was the chef/manager's response. Instead of apologizing, he quizzed me about where I found the shell and told me he always inspects his food before eating it--implying I should do the same. His tone was defensive and dismissive, and it left a very bad impression. I've eaten mussels at many restaurants and never had this issue. Mistakes happen, but how a restaurant handles them matters. Between the repeated problem and the unprofessional treatment, this is not a place I'll be returning to. read more

Amazing food and service. Amazing. I tried everything, including the wine. The bread and olives were

Restaurant was really cute, service was great. Drinks were delicious, burrata appetizer was phenomenal, came with mortadella and the best home made pickles. Ordered the ravioli which was absolute fire. Got a recommendation to order the grandma jeans pasta and the meat was very tender but the sauce was so salty and almost inedible. I had to run to the bar next door after to explode, would not recommend that dish. Otherwise solid place. read more

Gino's - Burrata - Italian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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So we had dinner here tonight for the first time. Our server must have been very busy or she forgot about us. We ordered and got our food and was quite surprised by the huge portions. Not that it's a bad thing but our server neglected to tell us about the size before ordering . The service is also very, very slow. But food was good. read more

Complete lack of transparency regarding the 15% mandatory gratuity on take-out orders. And they still expect an additional tip upon arrival. Isn't one of the benefits of ordering food to go, not having to pay a tip? I always do, but shouldn't that be optional? I would have gladly boxed up my own order to save myself $20. Especially when the food ended up being so underwhelming. The bland, overcooked spaghetti and meatballs was such a let down. The marinara was barely there. Just chunks of stewed tomatoes and flavorless meatballs. The vodka pasta was a step up. The cook was good. A perfect al dente, but the menu claims that the dish is spicy. Trust me, it's not. I've had spicier ketchup. Frankly, it Just tasted like someone dumped Campbell's tomato soup atop some penne and threw in some ricotta, and called it a day. Sigh. But I will give props where deserved. The mussels were delicious. Just don't order them if you work closely with the public because you will smell like garlic for days. Extremely garlic heavy. The ambience is very fun and festive. A packed house. So clearly I am in the minority in terms of my overall satisfaction. read more

Food was great! I ordered the mixed greens salad and puttanesca with sausage. Loved it!!! Definitely going to be one of my go-to spots

I've been going here forever and it never disappoints! Food is amazing and as well as the wine list!

Highly recommended Italian American style restaurant nestled in Sellwood. Prepare for a cozy atmosphere while you smell the garlic as soon as you walk-in. Staff is always very friendly and professional. The portions are pretty big, and the menu staples tend to stick around. The cesar salad, mussels, and Grandma Jean's pasta are items we tend to order frequently. I love that their dishes also come with a side of bread. You really do feel like your having dinner at a friends house when you eat here. There is indoor and outdoor seating, I prefer sitting inside because you can't beat the ambiance. Pro Tip: Make reservations, this place gets VERY busy, especially on the weekends. read more

Amazing friendly service as soon as I walked in, very clean, and they gave me the option to either eat outside or inside. I ordered the ravioli and it was amazing read more

Had a delightful dinner here tonight. Spaghetti and meatballs were just right! And the service was excellent. I'm always on the lookout for great Italian restaurants and Gino's is now one of my favorites. Can't wait to go back and try more of their menu, especially their cocktails and desserts! read more

Gino's - Italian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Restaurant smelled of mildew Had the clams. They were just marginal Posters on the walls were offensive read more

This a longtime favorite of ours. We have been here many times. I really love the way it feels in there. This place has a cute, historic, and quirky feel to it with cool looking chakis around, low soft lighting and comfy booths. The food is delicious, and portions are generous. They make perfect cocktails and desserts. The service is always excellent. They have great clams, incredible ceasar salad, flavorful pastas and main dishes. We never want for a thing when we dine here since the service is always impeccable. Street parking is easy to find. Reservations reccomnded for weekend dining. read more

Food, ambiance, service - all excellent. They're not trying to impress anyone, because after a zillion years at the same location, and with an atmosphere that's absolutely authentic, they don't need to. read more

New to the area and this is one of our favorite spots. Great food, great atmosphere, great service, great location. We'll be regulars.

Gino and I went back many years ago since I had a business across from Gino and also lived in the sweet neighborhood of Sellwood. Gino is a place where everybody know your names (like Cheer if you're a regular). The foods has been consistently very good. They are very generous with their portion. All the servers are very friendly. The owner is super friendly. I do not need to brag about Gino. You need to come for yourself to experience the personal level of the service. These photos were the good old days. We dined and wine with our silent partner that never fail to show up. A perfect dated that eats whatever we ordered;). They're no longer with us. There were drink in Gino menu named after these two cats. read more

Gino's - Italian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Going to Gino's is a wonderful experience. The food is delicious and the service is excellent. I've tried several of their entrees and continue to be amazed by the quality of the ingrediants. I highly recommend checking this place out if you enjoy Italian food. read more

first time back since covid and it's still good as i remembered! great service! reservations are preferred - Caesar salad: 5/5 - mussel pastas: 4/5 because the portion was small i was still hungry after my meal. the mussels tasted fresh. noodles were soft/chewy. the sauce was full of olives but the taste of the olives weren't as strong like it's just there lol - Puttanesca: 5/5 big portion! took home leftovers. olives were very potent. great meal for vegans read more

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Oh. My. God. This place is insane. Small menu but everything was devineeee. We came for lunch and split the clams and bolognese. read more

Gino's - Bolognese with spaghetti and clams with spaghetti - Italian Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Came here for dinner on a Friday night, and we loved it! We live nearby, so we'd been itching to try it for a while. We were able to walk in and get seated in about 30 minutes on a Friday. Gino's is a perfect dinner date spot or just somewhere to grab dinner with friends. The food, service, and ambience were all amazing. We got the pork belly, Caesar salad, and shared the Grandma Jean's pasta. It was all amazing. I loved the ceasar salad and pork belly. And the Grandma Jean's was unlike anything I'd ever had--the pasta sauce had incredible flavor with the pork rib. We ended with the dessert--a perfect finale. (I also ordered two glasses of wine, and I highly recommend doing so too. What's an Italian meal without wine?). The service was also great. Our server was attentive and helpful. She gave us her recommendations on what to try, and she anticipated what we'd need before we even thought of them. Ideal service. Overall, if you live in the area, you've gotta head to Gino's. And even if you aren't from the neighborhood, it's worth traveling to try it! We will definitely be back again. read more

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Came here at 8:50 tonight, they close at 9:30. We came after dinner, just wanted some dessert. At 8:50, the hostess said they weren't seating anymore. Then we said we just wanted an affogato, then she asks "is that all you are ordering?" What?! That doesn't make us feel welcome here. She tried to accommodate us, but after all this we just decided to leave. Horrible experience. Left frustrated and deeply disappointed. Felt like a place that turns customers away so eagerly doesn't deserve their business. read more

Great neighborhood gem of a restaurant. We were staying at a nearby Airbnb and came upon this place half a block away. Food was reasonably priced for serving size and quality. My wife got the chicken and I got the cioppino. I would recommend either. Chicken dinner was $22, cioppino $29. Service was friendly and efficient and ambience is casual. We had the olive oil cake for dessert with two Americanos. 4% charge if you pay by card but we paid by cash. Glad we found the place. read more

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Recently ate at Geno's in a large group. The waiter brought unordered food to the table then charged for the food, and got the checks wrong. The owner became involved, admitted there were mistakes and that the checks were wrong, but refused to make corrections. Absolutely no interest in problem resolution. The waiter was inattentive and, although Geno's requested that we not stay more than 2 hours, at the 2 hour and 15 minute mark, we had to track him down to get the checks and then spent another 15 trying to get them corrected. The food was good, but the noise level was very high. We will not be returning. read more

Food, Service and Ambiance is romantic and flavorful all around. Ate lunch here on a recommendation 8 months ago and couldn't stop talking about it. Wish I lived closer, we would be in once a week! The Ravioli and Grandma Jeans pasta are to die for! read more

Grandma Jean's--almost as much meat (including a couple ribs) as pasta, and such a tasty, slow-cooked seeming sauce. Such a good-sized portion I could barely finish. So when you consider quality and quantity it's a very good deal. Reasonable prices all around the menu here, as is the craft and flavor. Others had ravioli and clams, both plentiful and delicious. Our server had a great personality and skill-set--best server I've had in a long time! We did have to step up to get a water refill. And the place was a bit noisy. The bar in the front half is gorgeous, and the place overall exudes old portland and a sense of homey grace read more