Went to TIPO spur of the moment, and was able to get seating at the bar. The bartender/server was very helpful with meal ideas. I had the red wine rigatoni with Chianti, braised short rib, Burrata, and Parmesan. Not a huge portion, but this was excellent. Rich flavors that really worked together. I was a little annoyed that we had to purchase focaccia - $8 for 4 small pieces, and more annoyed that when we asked for a little olive oil for dipping, they wanted to charge us again for the oil. No thanks. Was it a great meal? Yes. Will I probably go back here when there are so many good Italian restaurants in Portland? Doubtful. read more

Tipo - Menu - Italian Near Me - Portland, Maine

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This is our third time here and every time we can't get over how good the pizza is! Service is fantastic and it is very nice in there with a view of the pizza oven. If you come here get any of the pizzas and I'm sure you'll be happy, especially with their homemade ranch. Can be on the pricier side but I guess that's most places in Portland now haha read more

Tipo - Sausage and pepperoni pizza - Italian Near Me - Portland, Maine

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I've been wanting to try this Italian spot on Back Cove! We went on a weekday and walked in for a table without a wait. Our server was friendly, attentive, and duly noted my allergies. I tried the Rye Cavatelli, which was wonderfully hot and acidic. My friend had the classic New Yorker pizza and enjoyed it. I love the atmosphere inside -- a lot more spacious than other restaurants downtown and the vibes were immaculate. Although situated on a busy road, the noise was well controlled. read more

Tipo - Rye Cavatelli - Italian Near Me - Portland, Maine

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We got a forager pizza (added pancetta) and a side of ranch "crust dipping sauce" takeout. The pizza was tasty but limp and VERY greasy. The pancetta was in strips instead of pieces, which was unexpected. The ranch was REALLY good and I believe homemade. Service was fine. There are a few private spots and there is street parking. read more

Ash was the best bartender. The food was great. I started off with a beet and citrus salad, and got a prosciutto pizza that I was able to watch be made right in-front of me! Will definitely be back on my next trip to Portland :) read more

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Tipo has always been one of my standard go-to good Portland neighborhood restaurants. I know the food and service will be good, the price point is in that middle ground where you maybe can't go ALL the time but it's also not "special occasion" pricing. You definitely get what you pay for! I also really like the atmosphere, it feels like an Italian cafe. The drinks are spot on, easily best Aperol spritz in town, and the wine selection pairs well with the dishes. The meatballs are never to be missed and neither is the tiramisu! read more

So here's the deal. Pasta was good. Meatballs were good. But the menu isnt accurate as to whats in the dish. We had two dishes come with ingredients that weren't listed in the dish on the menu and the wait staff didnt seem to know what the dishes are/actually have in them either. So if you're adventurous and eat anything great, but if you have a restricted diet at all for any reason you might run into an issue. Our New Yorker had burrata dumped all over it-- why would that not be included on the menu? (Didnt look like any of the new yorker photos on yelp or insta for Tipo). Expensive to get a dish that has surprise ingredients you can't eat. read more

Great neighborhood place in Back Cove, which seemed to have a loyal following. Heirloom tomatoes and cucumbers cool in a basil vinaigrette, melon and prosciutto with chili honey, and roasted broad beans were ample starters. Spaghetti and meatballs a solid classic, plus campanile with sausage, greens and a red pie with a smoky char crust as our mains. The little garden on the side seemed to feature many of the ingredients we savored. Tipo is a great alternative to anything in downtown Portland. read more

Spaghetti and meatballs chefs kiss, how can something so simple just hit...it did, a must try!!! Marinated mushrooms to die for. Broccolini Al Forno has an addictive char. Service (Kristen) outstanding. Atmosphere casual and delightful. Phenomenal all around! read more

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Manager was unprofessional and rude. I didn't even order food because I didn't want to support their restaurant at that point. The others in my party ordered, most were very underwhelmed. Will not return, definitely would not recommend. I will say, the actual server was nice, but manager completely ruined it and doesn't know how to have a professional interaction. read more

Everything, except the vinegar drink. We got the hot honey and the stracciatela pizzas and they were very good. The ranch was fantastic, the Caesar salad was also very good! Service was excellent, I would definitely come back here! read more

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Great neighborhood option. Yummy food and drinks, and friendly staff. A reliable night out.

We booked reservations through Resy online and it went smoothly, I've been here before, but decided to take my friends out for a nice dinner. Service was a little slow at first and it took us a while to put our order in but once we did, everything came out smoothly and quick. The drinks were good and the pizza were delicious. I recommend this place if anyone wants Italian! They have outside and inside tables. read more

Tipo - Tipo Pepperoni Pizza Dinner, Tagliatelle Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Portland, Maine

What a great spot. With indoor and outdoor seating you can't go wrong. A neighborhood hotspot. Enjoy a fine cocktail. My favorite is Thyme after Thyme. Fabulous! The menu is fantastic and appeals to all. The staff is so much fun. Love them. read more

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Wonderful food! Great service! Nice ambiance! We finally ate here and we weren't disappointed. We started off with a bottle of Copertino Riserva 2013 paired with the Mozzarella Arancini and the Tipo Pepperoni pizza. So good! For dinner we ordered the Rye Cavatelli and a Risotto dish (not sure about the name, sorry!). Food was good. The Rye Cavatelli had a lemon taste to it, which is interesting! We tried the raw milk strawberry ice cream, so good! Thankful to try a local neighborhood restaurant! read more

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Nice spot just outside the city. Above average in terms of service and ambience. Fresh ingredients, good salads and pizza. If in Portland, I'd recommend it. read more

The food at Tipo is outstanding. We had 4 appetizers, and 3 pastas and a pizza for dinner, plus 2 desserts. Every single dish was perfectly prepared. The app that stood out was the carrots al forno. Perfectly charred, dressed in so many flavors, something delicious to dip them in, and sprinkled with pistachios...they were amazing. The chicken liver crostini is a favorite of mine...I get it every time I go...it is amazing every time. The blood orange is so fragrant and cuts the richness of the chicken liver pate beautifully...as do the pickled ramps...perfect pairing of flavors. The gnocchi stood out among the pasta dishes...soft pillows dressed in a sweet and savory squash sauce with quince for a bit of sweet tartness...it was so good. Caccio e Pepe was perfect, as were the spaghetti and meatballs. We've had the pepperoni pizza many times...every time the spiceyness is a little surprising, but so good...and the way the pepperoni is slightly charred...amazing. This was my first time trying dessert at Tipo, and now I regret not having ordered it before. It was incredible! I may stop in just to have dessert at the bar....it was that good! We tried one of ice cream sundaes, and the apple crisp. The sundae was perfection....from the little dish it was served in, to the chopped bits of various accoutrements (Marconi almonds, and sweet little crunch candied pistachios), to the best cherry I've ever had, to the smooth creamy ice cream. The apple crisp was served in its own tiny wrought iron pot, hot, with cinnamon ice cream...also perfectly designed for exactly the right ratio of ice cream to crisp to apple. Service was perfect, ambiance is beautiful. It was already one of my favorite spots...this meal closes the deal...it's my fave. read more

Tipo - Ice cream sundae - Italian Near Me - Portland, Maine

I have been wanting to try this place forever and finally got a reservation. Make sure to get a reservation because the tables fill up fast. There is a bar that is first come first serve so you can probably get in there but that was full all night as well. They also have a great outdoor space in the summer. The service was also very friendly. We got a few different things and everything was amazing. It's not traditional Italian but Italian with a twist. I got the bolognese and it wasn't a red sauce which was interesting but it was so good. We also got the appetizer of buffalo mozzarella and prosciutto and that was fantastic. My friend got the risotto and also really great but not traditional. I would love to try their pizzas. Overall there was so many things on the menu I would want to try. Not traditional Italian but that's why I really enjoyed it! read more

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Last minute decision to see if we could get into Tipo on a Saturday night. (RESY said there were no reservations left so I called.) The host who answered the phone was very helpful and worked to fit us in. We each had a beer, each had a different salad (cannot remember the names) and split a New Yorker pizza. The food was very good and service was too. The waitstaff were all cheerful even though it was the end of their day. It can get kind of loud if there are larger parties- but outdoor seating had not opened yet for the season. (Maine in May is always risky.) It's a great place for a fun, casual evening that feels a little special. Very good cocktails too. PS I saw the desserts and they looked amazing. read more

Tipo is my top Italian place in the Portland area. They have amazing food that is CONSISTENTLY AMAZING. Not to mention the amazing staff that remember you- adding to the already great experience. Cannot recommend the green salad enough, the best dressing I have ever had. read more

Cute little restaurant outside of Portland, tables were a little close for my liking but service was good throughout the duration of dinner. We split a bottle of wine that we paid approximately $50 for and was really a $13 bottle of white wine. We started with the delicata squash wrapped in prosciutto which was my favorite thing all night and would highly recommend. We then split the Tipo pepperoni pizza (must add sweet Cherry peppers) and the Cacio e pepe. The pizza was very flavorful but the undercarriage was EXTREMELY floppy and our toppings dropped onto the plate every single bite which was frustrating. Secondly, the Cacio e pepe tasted like homemade craft mac n cheese and was extremely mid. Overall, I would recommend trying a different Italian place in the city before coming back here. read more

Tipo - Tipo Pepperoni Pizza - add cherry peppers - Italian Near Me - Portland, Maine

Very nice atmosphere that offers excellent Italian food at a decent price. It was recommended by my friend . I had the carbonara and a side of garlic bread. It was pretty amazing. The portions were just right. Their cocktails are top notch! If you like bourbon, try the Italian Gentleman. We sat at the bar because we didn't have a reservation so if you're looking for a table, it's best to book. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. Will definitely come back. read more

popped in with a friend after a long walk and had an amazing dinner like usual. that cauliflower dip is insane .

Don't do kitchen love. Pay your staff. Passing on this place. Virtual signaling not appreciated. What is appreciated is a great meal, well-prepared, seasoned and executed. Like a resume reveal, the drama saved time and money. read more

We looked up many bucket list websites while on our trip in Maine. Tipo was highly rated on the "places to eat" list. We obviously had to try it! The ambience was quaint but a little noisy in my opinion for a rustic fine dining experience. The waitress was absolutely wonderful. She was attentive, helpful and pleasant. She went out of her way to give us dining suggestions as well as tips for our week here in Maine. I have to say, service like that is hard to come by! The food was speedy to come to our table. We decided on a few small plates to start. The aricini balls, meatballs and eggplant burrata. All of these plates were divine. As an italian myself, I tend to judge restaurants by the flavor and quality of their sauce. 7 out of 10 i must say! Thats a great score coming from me :-)! I ordered the rigatoni carbonara. It was delicious but tasted more like a caico e pepe with pancetta than a carbonara! My husband had the spaghetti and meatballs which he enjoyed. Portion size is small, so be sure if you have an appetite to order small plates with your meal. We had the house made gelato (pistachio) which was killer. Tiramisu also 20 out of 10! I highly recommend Tipo! Definitely a must taste while in Portland Maine! read more

Tipo - Bar !! So excited to eat here - Italian Near Me - Portland, Maine

Trip number...lost count. New season, new menu. Delicious May 2022 Had a wide variety of items. All so very good. Wasn't a fan of the wings as they blew me away with their hotness. Happy indoor dining is back always enjoy sitting at the bar watching the "show". read more

Great spot. Kinda tucked away so parking is easier. Got the mezcal cocktail which was legit. Beef carpaccio was solid. Cavatelli was that dopeness. Mushroom pizza was giggitty. Place fux read more

Do not go here if you are physically disabled. They are very ableist and made me feel really uncomfortable. I'm a wheelchair user and I made a reservation for the patio. The patio was closed because of raining, and when I got there they told me they had moved the reservation to the bar, which is not accessible for me. They were totally unwilling to try and find me a table, and they didn't apologize at all. They were petty rude and uncompromising about it to be honest. I was really upset when I left, and I felt really hurt. read more

Four of us went to Tipo tonight and were blown away at how great the atmosphere, food, and service were. We started with a couple of apps which were delish. You can't miss the shortrib app. Drink selections were good and the main entrees were just the right size and amazing. Desserts were spectacular. All home made pasta!! Don't miss this place. You will be well taken care of by the terrific staff. read more

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Food was fresh, staff was friendly, and drinks were spot on! I highly recommend you try this! read more

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We stopped by this sister spot to its big brother Central Provisions and we're so glad we did. It is a short drive over to the back cove and with reasonable street parking. The menu was straight forward but the two ladies at the neighboring table recommended the Burrata Peach salad so we tried it - delicious and sizable to share. I had the spaghetti and meatballs- it's so rarely on adult menus that my inner child mandated it. Delicious as well. Good sized portion. My wife took the appetizers for dinner route and loved her fried eggplant and broccoli al forno. She also sampled my pasta and gave it 2 thumbs up. The Negroni Promavera first, and the Chianti with the meals were spot on . The service was friendly, knowledgeable, and punctual. We now have a new spot for Italian dining in Portland. We intend to revisit! read more

Loved this local neighborhood restaurant. The food was great (pizza and salad) and the cocktails were unique and delicious!

My love of Tipo has decreased since I ordered it through 2DineIn to be delivered. The arancini was just - bitter? It just wasn't delicious to me. I think I've been spoiled by Lazzari's suppli, which is pretty much a much more delicious version of this. It was not very good at all. I got the margherita pizza and added mushrooms - adding mushrooms cost $3, and there were barely any on there. The pizza arrived soggy and not appetizing. Maybe takeout/delivery just isn't their thing. Oh well. At least I learned. read more

We stopped in after shopping in portland and freeport for the day for dinner. happy hour was a great surprise since we don't have that in mass! we got the white wine and prosseco, crispy brussel sprouts with pancetta and margarita pizza. everything was absolutely delicious! we're still talking about how delicious everything was. super nice and friendly staff. give them a try!! read more

Tipo - prosecco and wine - Italian Near Me - Portland, Maine

Amazing as always! One of the best kept secrets in Portland! Total gem and we will always make sure we stop at Tipo for dinner when in town.

Overpriced, skimpy ingredients and inconsistent slow service. Dined for the first time tonight. Meaghan was our server. Very slow and inattentive. Other tables seated after us had been greeted and had drunk and food before a sever even came to our table. Seated at 7, food came out an hour later. We did not even order appetizers. Had to ask hostess to even find our server at one point. When it was time for the check, restaurant had significantly emptied out and server was clearing tables instead of attending to ours. Had to walk over to the kitchen to ask for our check. Once she took the credit card, she stopped to do other things. Portions of dinner entrees were small. Peeky toe crab pasta maybe had 2 tablespoons of crab on it. Mostly pasta. Chorizo dish was similar in issues. We would have liked to order dessert but at 8:35 they started dimming the lights and packing up food in the kitchen. Great patio and interior but the food and service were a big miss. read more

Tipo has really grown on me over the years. For one, it might sneakily be one of the best happy hours in the city. Every day that the restaurant is open (including Saturdays!) happy hour runs from 4-6 pm. Aperol spritz's and Sangria's are $7, with additional great deals on Prosecco and local beers. The restaurant also likely has the best pizza outside of the Old Port. And yes, I realize there is an Otto one street over. The remaining menu consists of small plates and pastas. The small plates have improved significantly over time, with the "small" green salad ($10, and huge), Burrata ($16) and chicken liver mousse crostini ($9) being my favorites so far. Portions are generous for sharing. While the pastas are delicious, the size is disappointing for the $21-$28 prices. Come before 6 pm, drink for cheap, and split a pizza and a small plate. This will quickly be one of your favorite off-peninsula stops. read more

Service was great; very attentive staff, food was amazing. Homemade pasta and ice cream. Great atmosphere and looking forward to sitting in the outdoor space when it's warmer. Would definitely recommend and go again. So, so good! read more

Saturday night 4 of us went to Tipos for the first time. For appetizers, we had citrus salad, beef carpaccio, prosciutto di parma. it was all very good and was shareable. The garlic bread was very good and very soft bread. there were 8 slices. Two of us had Pasta, carbonara, campanella. I found carbonara too salty and I guess I don't like Al dente for pasta. I would have like the pasta cooked a little more. The pizza was New Yorker and Tipo pepperoni. My husband said the pepperoni was very spicy. we also had desert Tiramisu, pistachio ice cream and collani. they were all very good. The wait person was very good. Menu is limited for entrees to pasta and pizza read more

Tipo is AMAZZZZING!!! We had been once before a while back when it was in a construction zone. And recently went. We sat at the bar. And a couple of gentleman ended up sitting next to us as well. Which was great, because we ended up sharing food, allowing us to taste more than we had personally ordered. We got the prosciutto appetizer which was so good! My bf got the Rye Cavatelli, and I got the spaghetti and meatballs. The sauce for both of those was perfection!!! Both entrees were extremely good. Can't remember everything we tried from the people next to us, but do remember the flat bread. Also really enjoyed the esthetic, and j loved the white marble bar top. Which was also very good! I unfortunately deleted my pictures, so no photos to share for this review. read more