LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. Me personally, its the best Italian restaurant. Service was great, sat…read moreoutside, it was a beautiful Saturday late afternoon and the weather was perfect. Great atmosphere. The food was the best thing I had ever eaten. Perfect serving size you'll finish the whole plate lol. Drinks are also bomb bomb This place will definitely be a go to everytime.

Super cozy inside! I got the Pennoni Con Pancetta and added shrimp. I wish it had more sauce to it,…read moreit was pretty dry. The bread that they use for bread service was so delicious and fresh. The garlic bread was yummy too. Service was great..both attentive and fast.

The food was delicious, I really enjoyed the Alaskan halibut with seasonal veggies and a side of…read morepolenta, we had excellent service, and the lovely ambiance was the cherryon top.

I stopped in to see if they could accommodate a group event. The ambiance was so comfortable and…read morecozy, and the staff very welcoming. The aroma from the kitchen was enticing, I booked the event and had dinner. It was excellent! The meatballs tasted just like my grandmother's the pasta cooked perfectly and the Caesar salad was everything and more than expected. Extensive wine list, and nice variety of deserts. Everything was very fresh and homemade. I finished off with a couple in house pizzelles, just like my mom's! I'm looking forward to the event I booked. Thank you Marco!

I absolutely love Gabbiano's. The service is always great and the food is always in point…read more I had the Caesar of course which is always yummy. The chicken Parmesan, they had agnolotti on when I went which was delicious, and spaghetti and meatballs. We always get the fried mozzarella. It's so good. Also have to start with the house made bread with vinegar and oil. It's such solid food I keep going back. The tiramisu is always a must here. The drinks are delicious and it's such a cute space. I recommend it to everyone who asks where they should go eat! Can't wait to go back.

Gabiano's is Italian done right…read more First things first: order the fried mozzarella balls. Non-negotiable. I've worked my way through a good portion of the menu over the years, I have a few friends that love love coming here and for good reason! They do not take reservations so be sure to get here when they open to get a good seat if you're coming with more than a party of 4. And while the chicken parm wasn't my favorite, literally every pasta dish I've had has been excellent. Also the penne cotta? Wow. The wild mushroom ragu is rich! My personal favorite is the squid ink pasta with scallops - I've ordered this one a few times and it always slaps. Don't skip the focaccia. The bread with their olive oil is simple but truly unforgettable. The cocktails are consistently great, the atmosphere feels on brand without feeling stuffy like olive garden, and it's perfect for a date night, anniversary dinner, or catching up with friends. Portland has a lot of Italian restaurants, but Gabiano's remains one of my favorites.

Our group planned a reservation, but decided to cancel…read more Despite that John and his team were very accommodating to our needs. During the reservation process, they were very responsive and helpful with the process. Gumba will definitely be a must dine-spot when we return to Portland

Portland is full of pasta-bilities, and Gumba is definitely one of them. I made the reservation…read morethrough Tock, and the process was simple and convenient.When we arrived, however, it still took quite a while to get seated, which did make me wonder how much difference the reservation actually made. We started with a round of cocktails and a few shared bites for the table. The Fry Bread a Neapolitan-style bread served with Parmigiano and garlic-rosemary oil, alongside burrata was a great start. We also ordered the Charred Calamari, marinated with mint, parsley, chive, and red bell pepper, which was fresh and flavorful. For the mains, everyone ordered their own entrée, and the table generally seemed happy with the dishes. The Autumn Harvest cocktail ended up being a crowd favorite and paired really well with the meal. I also tried one of their vermouths, which I enjoyed. Overall, it was a good experience with solid food and drinks. However , nothing particularly stood out to me in a way that would make me rush back anytime soon.

PORTLAND PERFECTION!…read more We have not dined here for a few years, Mucca was always great. We returned recently prior to an engagement in Downtown. The remodeled space and new chef blew us away. The space is warm and inviting. The service, some of the finest ever experienced. The team works in tandem and doesn't miss a beat. When the food arrives it's was paired with the perfect wine, suggested (not pushed) by the server. We started with the beets ,moved onto the wildboar pasta and then the short ribs. Everything presented beautifully and seasoned perfectly. It's easy to understand why people review this as one of the best meals they have ever had. Truly in a league of its own.

Mucca Osteria is an excellent restaurant. It's downtown in a cute location with two floors. I've…read moresat both upstairs and downstairs and prefer the first level near the front windows. The food is outstanding and they offer gluten-free pasta for those who need gf options. Service is the star. Servers are very professional with the right mix of friendliness and promptness. Highly recommend.

Love the vibe here! It feels authentically Italian--with calcio (soccer) jerseys hanging from the…read moreceiling, this could be a local sports bar in Turin or Trastevere (Rome)--but it's on a quiet, tree-lined street in Portland's Pearl District Instead. The food here is delicious, the service is usually spot on, and sometimes you'll even hear Italian being spoken. It's as close to "being there" as you'll get in Portland without the 15 hour flight!

If I love you, really love you, I have taken you to Piazza Italia…read more Let me explain: this is real deal Italian. I've been to southern Italy (Amalfi Coast) and the authenticity shines through. Piazza's menu is northern Italian and traditional the Italian American marriage we all know and love. It's what Olive Garden promises: to treat you like an Italian family member. When you walk in most of the employees snipe at each other in Italian. Cured meats hang from the ceiling and soccer plays in the background. That's like every actual Italian restaurant I've been to. Their wine list is simple and ultimately not that impressive. It's there to accentuate the food. They have a solid spritz. Whether you choose a dish with fresh pasta or dried (they serve both, depending on the dish) it'll be prepared beautifully. I've been coming here for years and I've tried nearly every one on the menu. Last night I even shook it up and got it delivered: the quality still held. One thing to know: that dish that in essence looks like carbonara is NOT carbonara. It is delicious, but be advised it contains ribbons of actual egg.

I don't think I've ever had an amazing chicken parm sandwich nor a bad one. That is, they seem to…read morebe in small range of yummy, all are good. I prefer the chicken breaded (that might not be authentic, I don't know), but here I couldn't tell if it was. Also, it was kinda tough. That said, the bread was crisp, the cheese gooey, the sauce tangy. Real good, I'd order it again. Friendly service, but I don't care for the ordering kiosk. I didn't see any hand sanitizer. I wanted to try the arancini, but they only sell them in a large order. It was just me so a sandwich and all that arancini would have been too much, and the remainder taken home wouldn't reheat well. I wish there was the option of ordering just one when getting an entree.

Everything was very good. The cannoli's were excellent. The arancini was very good albeit a little…read moretoo peppery for my taste. We also had chicken Parmesan that was also very good.

Jesus H Christ this place is good. The 5 course dinner is incredible. Chef is a fun host, food…read morekicks ass, service is impeccable and it's just a massive good time. Comfiest chairs ever as well.

They get you seated right away. The service is second to…read morenone. And the food as always is spectacular. Dario is an amazing host/chef. We absolutely love coming here. You will not be disappointed..