We were greeted by friendly staff & seated by the large bay windows…read more We ordered the: Cobb Salad, Spinach Salad, & Pepperoni Pizza. Both salads were full fresh toppings, not just lettuce! And both salads seemed to have the dressings tossed into them rather than drizzled on the top. Because of this dressing technique, every bite had equal amounts of dressing! So far, we would make a return trip on salads alone! The pizza featured more of an "artisan" pepperoni, fresh oregano, & melty cheese atop a perfectly wood-fired crust (slightly chewy & barely crunchy)!

3.75 Been a few times and always come back to the calzone. Their calzones are cooked in the wood…read moreoven (which takes a little longer- but so worth the wait) and are a huge portion.

This is one of my favorite restaurants in LO! Unassuming from the exterior as it is located in a…read morestrip mall off State St, you step inside to a sophisticated space with a nice mix of traditional and modern Italian style. The restaurant is separated into three distinct spaces. You enter into the middle room, which has some seating, a large pizza oven, several display cases of food and desserts and a coffee bar. Heading past the coffee bar into the left room, there is a modern space with bright natural light and a classy ambiance. This would be my choice for a fancy date or special occasion. It also seems less busy on that side, at least to me. Perfect for a lovely conversation in the company of someone fun. The room on the right is a little more dim, and has the appearance of a lounge. There is a bar with several whiskey bottles on display, and plentiful seating. When I visit the restaurant for lunch, this space often isn't used for seating so maybe it is dedicated for events or overflow. The prices are definitely very high. The bathrooms are clean and parking is very easy out front. This is definitely not a place that I would go unless it was for a nice occasion, but the service is outstanding and the food is really spectacular. I hear they have a back patio that is available seasonally and I can't wait to check it out soon!

We snagged a last min dinner reservation the night before Valentine's Day! The restaurant is very…read morenicely decorated and looks like a great date spot. I ended up getting the special which was the buttered noodles with truffle and the soup which was a minestrone. The noodles were good and the soup was decent as well but be forewarned a bit spicy. The arancini was 10/10 sooo good- a must buy! Unfortunately the service was not good at all. We had a male older server that was extremely rude. He cut us off while ordering and wouldn't allow us to order drinks and food at the same time... after spending $200+ in one dinner you have a certain expectation for service and that was missed. We asked if he would be willing to split the bill into two separate transactions (which he didn't want to do) and then made a comment about if we split the bill down the middle "it would have only made a $10 difference".

When you want a fresh pasta meal with solid cocktails or cold beer, in NE Portland - Montelupo…read moreItalian Restaurant hits the mark. They have a cozy indoor seating area with a classic bar backdrop. Or if you feel like sitting outside but being shielded from any wind, rain or coolness - there is a cute picnic table area out on a tree shaded side street. We had an out of town guest and we did not want to fuss with cooking at home nor sitting in a stuffy noisy (or super quiet) eatery! Sitting out side before sunset, was the perfect setting on our Monday night. Our waitress was super interactive and very genuine with her assessments of the dining & alcoholic beverage choices. For adult drinks we had an excellent Next Level IPA brewed & branded for Montelupo, Rose special and glass of House Red wine. I was starving so we ordered the LARGE Radicchio salad and it was Big & filling. A side of fresh Broccolini complimented our individual entrees. My hearty Italian dish was the Ricotta Cavatelli. I even had enough for lunch the next day! My two lovely lady dinner mates had meals of Mafaldine pasta and Spinach Fettuccine (with Grana Padano cheese added). We gladly finished our comfortable dining experience with a shared and inhaled Tiramisu dessert. If you have time, spend a few minutes browsing the Italian Market refrigerated food and alcoholic options. Plus the well stocked and reasonably priced Italy sourced dry goods are worth a view

I've been a customer at both the Montelupo & Focacceria in Sellwood spots for quite some time now…read more  I came into Montelupo recently with my wife to place a takeaway order. The woman with dark brunette hair at the register (who processed the transaction below) was extraordinarily rude & impatient with us. Candidly, I've never been treated so poorly by someone taking my money before.  We were at the register for a mere 90 seconds, and it was nowhere near as busy as it has been in prior times that we've patroned the establishment. We also shared with this woman that we'd only order 4 dishes to go - and by the time we were ordering the final dish, she literally asked us to step out of line & come back later to order once we'd figured things out. I've never had a cashier ask that before. We proceeded to put in our final order and complete the transaction. I made a conscious decision not to include a tip due to the way she was treating us, and when she saw that I hadn't included the tip she gave me a dirty look, turned around and said nothing to us. Not even a "thank you" or "your order will be ready in X minutes". I had to check myself with my wife to see if I was misinterpreting the circumstances, and she responded "no, that was horrible service." When I came back 20 minutes later, this same woman was at the counter and refused to acknowledge me. I was standing 5 feet away, and there was not a single other customer in the market area. She just stood there looking elsewhere & avoiding eye contact. I finally saw the bartender come over and ask me if the order was mine - he picked up my order that had been sitting there and handed it to me.  I've never had an experience like this at Montelupo nor the Focacceria before. To be honest, I've never had an experience like that anywhere. It's hard for me as a paying customer to feel welcome in an establishment where the mentality of the cashier is adversarial toward patrons. It's very clear to me that the customer service at Montelupo has a long way to go to catch up to the quality of the food being served there. When I shared this feedback directly with Montelupo's management team, they never even responded. Clearly, they don't care about their patrons. I sadly won't be returning to Montelupo again as a customer - I value the money I work hard to earn, and want to spend it at businesses that value me as a customer.

I wanted to try something new and add to my ever-revolving places to grab food from on non-cooking…read moredays. I stumbled upon this place while waiting for a 5pm massage appointment at a place on the 2nd floor. I was immediately welcomed with a smile by the guy working behind the counter. As soon as I told him it was my first time here we struck up a great conversation. He showed me what types of foods they had and after I settled on a lunch box that included a panini, salad and other goodies, he mentioned that they switch out their salads every Wednesday to mix up the variety. I settled on a Lasagne slice, a Prosciutto Panini and an additional one to go with my lunch box. Their side wall was adorned with pickled and jarred items as well as pastas the like. On the far wall had their beverages and my lunch box came with my choice of drink. I settled on some Italian orange soda. Not sure what it tastes like but I will tomorrow for my lunch. They also have panini press machines. The nice guy offered to toast my panini. I only have a microwave at work so using that will just turn my panini into a solid rock. Microwaves and bread don't do well with each other. Overall a neat experience indeed. I think on my next visit I'll bring my wife with me so that she can try other things. She has a better eye at finding great things to eat more than I do.

Lovely spot! If you want fresh, stop in here for some amazing fixings for dinner or whatever meal…read moreyou wish. We were welcomed on arrival and offered samples of cheese and freshly baked bread! In the glass case was an impressive selection of imported cheeses, they even had some Gouda from the Netherlands (Our favorite!) there's meat ready to be sliced, noodles, sauces, lasagna etc. I'm a sucker for a good panini and they have some ready to be pressed and eaten if you're hungry on arrival! I'm coming back for one of those! This is great spot if you want to have a cute date night at home and make your own pizza. That's what we opted for tonight. House-made dough and there was a variety of sauces on hand. There's a selection of goodies in jars along the wall, wine, sweets.... You've gotta stop in! This place is a must visit. We felt like we were visiting friends. They were so warm and welcoming.

Dearest gentle readers,…read more A most scandalous correction must be issued how careless of me. The establishment in question is none other than the divine Grassa, a name that now rolls off the tongue with the same richness as its most indulgent fare. And oh, what fare it is. Here, along the lively stretch of Portland, one may witness noodles brought to life before their very eyes fresh, authentic, and handled with a confidence that borders on audacity. These delicate strands are then enrobed in a mac and cheese so decadently composed, so brazenly elevated, that it dares to redefine comfort itself. And just when one believes it cannot be improved enter the pig belly. Crisp, tender, and unapologetically rich... a finishing touch that transforms the dish into something whispered about in only the most exclusive of circles. Yes, dear reader, this is the sort of indulgence that lingers long after the final bite... the kind that ruins lesser versions without remorse. And so, with that final truth properly set, I take my leave once more. The tales of this fair city draw to a close, but not without leaving behind a most delicious legacy. Until our next adventure ever eastward. Yours most faithfully,

Visiting Portland and found this local chain of Italian restaurants. Everything we tried was…read moredelicious. The pasta was perfectly al dente. The sauces are flavorful. The food was freshly prepared and served promptly to the table. They have a selection of alcoholic beverages as well. You order at the counter so that could be a little time consuming and the food is served to your table. The seating is a mix of booths and communal tables. Definitely would visit again if the occasion arises.

Overall rating would be 3.75 We went for dinner as a group…read moreof 5- 3 adults and 2 kids. Parking at Bridgeport on a Friday night is a little hit or miss. We were greeted with a very warm welcome and were seated right away (without a reservation). Our waitress was fantastic- friendly, gave great suggestions, answered questions and she was on top of every thing. The restaurant was clean, had lots of staff and got busier closer to 6:00. The noise of the restaurant was great- we could easily carry on conversations, but it was kid friendly. My kids had a hard time deciding on what to order because they liked several of the options. Their main menu is also very big with lots of options. I do appreciate that they offer a smaller version of salads you can order with your meal. All our pasta meals came with bread as well. Overall we had a great time. I liked my food, but it wasn't something I would probably order again. Their food was pretty good, but not fantastic.

This place has sold out to mobile ordering. I watched the restaurant ignore customers in the…read morebuilding and fill dozens of mobile orders. Too slow. The server we had was overwhelmed with a very small table. Just a terrible experience and I've seen this place do better. It feels like a management issue more than anything. Uber Eats and GrubHub orders take precedent over anyone in the restaurant. It has slowed down their customer service to a crawl. The wait for a table was bad. Once seated, apparent why... they've turned it into a fast food restaurant for mobile orders. Nobody can get food. The kitchen drowned under that stress. The server didn't perform well. Managers asked, "how's the food?" after it was served. Not what he wants to hear but -- TOO SLOW. This place can do better. Does not value customer.

Haiku for pasta-makers at Foglia…read more Birthday party food Delicious and beautiful Dream about it still Raviolis please Melt in your mouth flavorful One in every color Chicken Alfredo Delectable light lemon Flavorful surprise

I ran into Foglia at the PSU farmers market. They put out a display of their beautiful ravioli and…read moreit caught my eye. I'm not sure they even had a sign with their business name as I had to look them up later. But they know what they're doing, as seeing these beautiful mountains of stuffed dough got the sale! All of their pasta is naturally colored with juiced kale, peppers, carrots, turmeric, tomatoes, blueberries, and beets. They don't use food coloring. It's truly a beautiful product. Of course then the question is, does the taste match? And I'm happy to say it did! These were tasty, made with both a red sauce and a butter sauce at home later. And I'm not really a good cook, but ravioli are hard to mess up with ~5 mins of simmering in boiling water. I got all of one flavor and would like to try a variety next time. These would be great for a dinner party where you want the aesthetics to match the deliciousness!

Riccardo's Ristorante in Lake Oswego continues to impress. I ordered the salmon dish, and it was…read moreoutstanding -- perfectly cooked, moist, and full of flavor without being heavy. The seasoning and sauce complemented the fish beautifully and let the quality of the salmon shine through. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the service was attentive and polished throughout the meal. This is the kind of place where you can relax and really enjoy a well-executed dish from start to finish. Riccardo's consistently delivers great food and a quality dining experience. I'd absolutely order the salmon again and highly recommend this spot.

Riccardo's was a wonderful experience with great food and service. It's got the family-run feel and…read morethey make you feel welcomed. I can say this is good, hand-crafted Italian fare. Our ravioli (sacchetti) were delicious and the texture of the homemade pasta was light and tender. Our server was great, friendly, and had a good sense of humor. I definitely recommend giving this place a try if you're looking for good Italian food in the Lake Oswego / Portland area.

This is my favorite Zupans location! It doesn't have the chaos of the NW 23rd location and it's not…read moreas cramped as the Macadam location. The parking lot is easy to access and the store flows well. The prices are higher than average. I'll never do all of my shopping here. But I like the aesthetics of the displays and I like that it's a local business. This particular spot has above average customer service as well. A great place to stop if you need fresh flowers or a delicious pastry or baked item. The coffee bar is actually pretty decent and their produce is pretty legit. However, I've always found that the wine selection is what makes it most distinctive. Definitely a specialty grocery store but a place worth checking out and visiting every so often when you feel like a special treat for yourself or someone special. Happy shopping!

Zupan's is the kind of grocery store that makes you forget you came in for just one thing. This…read morelocation feels polished and well-run, with beautiful produce, a strong deli and prepared foods section, and shelves full of items you don't see at a standard supermarket. The quality is consistently high, meats, cheeses, bakery, and especially the wine selection all stand out. It's an easy place to put together a last-minute dinner that still feels impressive, whether that's grabbing a great cut of meat or leaning on the ready-to-eat options. Prices are definitely on the higher side, but you're paying for selection, freshness, and convenience. Staff are helpful and friendly, and the store feels calm and organized even when it's busy. Not an everyday grocery run for most people, but an excellent spot when quality matters or you want something special.

Here for the first time. Lunch was amazing! Started with table bread, olive oil & balsamic. Very…read moregood, we were hungry! We ordered the mushroom ravioli and 2 build your own sandwiches. The mushroom ravioli was amazing. Unique blend of flavors. Will definitely order this again. The sandwiches were awesome. Love that you can order several different spreads & veggies on the sandwich. Everything blended so well. Sandwiches were huge! Lots of meats, cheese & toppings. I ordered a whole sandwich, but could only eat half. Not complaining, I enjoyed the other half later on at night. Will definitely return to try different things. The server was friendly and attentive. There is plenty of seating, and a great deli counter as well. It's a little loud, but overall a relaxed atmosphere.

Usually is a good place for food, however just opened their website to the pop up of "call to make…read morea reservation" on prompted we called, was told they do not take reservations and that it is a pretty opened restaurant for the night, go there 20 minutes later and was "fully booked" the whole night, asking for reservations. Maybe they need to update the website's policy for reservations