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Piattino delivers a welcoming Italian dining experience in Portland, featuring handmade pastas, house specials, and a noted tiramisu. Guests praise attentive servers and timely kitchen service, with Pickles and Zach singled out. Limited seating makes reservations wise, as the walkable NW Everett Street location invites lingering over Italian favorites.

Campana is an authentic Italian restaurant in Portland, OR, at 901 NE Oneonta St. Guests praise pasta such as Cavatelli and Tortelli di Zucca, risotto, ravioli, and burrata tomato appetizers, plus a memorable tiramisu. Reservations are recommended; service is paced with courses served in sequence. The atmosphere is described as cute, fancy, and aesthetic, with generous portions and thoughtful preparation.

Pizza Thief at 2610 NW Vaughn St, Portland, OR 97210, offers pizza, sandwiches, desserts, and more in a lively space. Reviewers note a distinctive crust with rye flour and a long fermentation, plus standout items like breakfast pizza, Italian sandwich, cookies, homemade ice cream, and tiramisu. It’s a popular date spot with a welcoming vibe, though some say prices are high and the pizza isn’t the absolute best in town.

Bistecca Wood Fire Steakhouse in Portland highlights wood-fired cooking with open flames and a lively atmosphere. Guests praise the porterhouse for two with a tableside show, along with oysters, foie gras torchon, caviar onion dip, and bold sides. The wine list and an espresso martini on nitro tap are standout, and attentive service enhances the dining experience, though busy nights can bring occasional hiccups.

Dimo’s Apizza brings Italian-inspired pizzas to Portland’s East Burnside area, with dine-in and takeout options. Pies are finished in a wood-fired oven for crisp, flavorful crusts. Guests praise friendly service, quick turnaround, and a lively vibe. Favorites include White Pie, Spicy Pepperoni, and the Tie-Dye pizza, plus crispy rustic potatoes with aioli.

Mucca Pizzeria, located at 1026 SW Morrison St in Downtown Portland, serves Italian-inspired pizza in a cozy, stylish setting. Diners rave about the pizza's dough—chewy and airy—with favorites like Margherita and Roma-style pies. Caesar salad and arancini also shine, while friendly, professional service enhances a classy, welcoming dining experience.