50 Best Italian Restaurants near Clackamas

“Kara was amazing. She came to our rescue after being sat in an empty section. She noticed no one had greeted us and promptly took great care of us. She kept our table full with refills and was amazing and funny the whole time. The only thing that would have made it better is if a manager would have checked in when the mistake was made.“

“Great food and great service!“

“One of the absolute best restaurants in Portland. Everything is delicious and absolute perfection. Farro pie, agnoloti with chard and tagliatelle with ragu are our favorites. Note There is almost always a wait bc it’s a small place. There is a cute wine bar next door where you can get a glass and appetizer while you wait. We love Luce!“

“Food was well prepared and it was an interesting menu. There were some exceptional dishes (e.g. Hamachi Crudo, Watermelon Salad) and a few that were very good, but forgettable. Service was excellent, friendly, responsive but not intrusive. Will definitely return looking for the next exceptional dish.“

“Amazing food and service! Love love this place!!!“

“Ate here last night for my bday and it was an incredible experience. We did the 4 course menu and it had great options for a vegetarian like me and a meat eater like my partner.
Tried a unique wine for the first time (look at the wine that has skin contact next to it). It has an orange flavor and was very delicious.
The scallop appetizer was to die for.

All around fantastic experience“

“Fresh pasta and inventive salads“

“The beet salad with tofu “feta” was delicious. The side of mushrooms had way too much salt and oil, which was unfortunate since the mushrooms appeared to be fresh and the seasoning destroyed them. (They were not able to accommodate SOS free mushrooms.). I would definitely return to try other options since all ingredients were fresh and mostly organic. I hope that the restaurant would consider more SOS free options in the future. Updated from previous review on 2026-08-11“

“This is my favorite restaurant in Portland. I finally went into the restaurant after hearing about it for so long and every single time I’ve been here, I’ve had the most exquisite food with ample portions and the most satiating flavors of Italian food and wine that you could get in Portland. It is comfort food at its finest with the best local ingredients and everything is off The chart delicious. I’ve had the pizza, I’ve had pasta, and I’ve had steak twice. Everything is delicious and I can’t get enough of it. The decanting of the wine, the sides to the bread with olives and oil/vinegar. Every single thing I eat, seems to be at the highest level of ingredients with a lot of attention to detail put into everything. The vibe of the place with the uplifting atmosphere, the decor and the righteously amazing vibes of Chrissie the head bartender…makes me keep coming back for birthdays and special occasions. I actually don’t eat out very much with fast food or takeout because I save my money for this place. I can spend $20 at Taco Bell or I could spend $20 here and usually go home very full with leftovers. Chrissie can make the most delicious concoctions and she literally looks like she’s creating something magical when she comes up with something new. Her cocktails are on point yet she’s always innovating her craft. Attention to detail for every single drink. The best recommendations for what they have that night. She informed me that they bake their bread fresh every day. Foods are sourced locally and every single dish makes me want more. I’m trying to get some variety in what I order yet. The steak does it for me every time. The pizza is the best I’ve had in town and sooooo good. I’m very picky about pizza as it’s my favorite food yet this crust and the delicious cheese and greens and everything they put into their pizza is so tasty. The flavor of every single thing I have eaten makes me want to have it again and again and again. If the Italians that I know in my community, make this a regular spot, then I also know it’s good! It’s authentic righteously on point delicious food every single time I go. All my people come with me to this restaurant for special occasions. Do yourself a favor and visit Cibo! If somebody’s coming in from out of town… Take them to Cibo! To celebrate my children’s accomplishments, I take them to Cibo! I already have two reservation reservations for the first week of January and I went there last night. It’s this good! A lot of people post pictures of the food there and I’ve had every dish that I’ve seen online… But what means the most to me about this place is the whole experience of bringing My special people here to experience, uplifting vibes, delicious and exquisite food, the most incredible drinks, and an atmosphere that takes us out of our daily life and gives us such joy and pleasure to experience. Seriously. Just eat here once and you’ll know.“

“Elegant setting for a romantic date or a family dinner. Highest quality ingredients, ethically sourced meats, handmade pasta, always a delightful experience.“

“This is one of the best pizzas in the city. They use top quality ingredients and have an amazing oven. Cooks the pizza to crispy perfection. They will work with anyone and make an excellent pizza just the way you want it. I have tried several of the specialty pizza combinations and absolutely loved them. I hope he opens more locations so more people can experience this unbelievable quality pizza.“

“We had a great evening! Celebrated our adult son’s birthday! Excellent food and a very good and friendly server! Love this place! And our six year old had his front tooth fall out into a plate of pasta! Don’t worry, we found it :) He was so excited!“

“Great food! Our first visit and we were very happy with everything. Enjoyed our waiter’s knowledge of menu items.“

“Loved this place, great food!!“

“The Mediterranean pizza was delish. It just happened to hit the spot for me. I will definitely go there again and highly recommend it.“

“Charming ambiance, phenomenal meal, and excellent service. Thank you Abigail for waiting on us. I regret it's taken us so long to find our way back here. Still as great as it was a few years ago. That's a testament to a great owner and team. We really enjoyed the bruschetta appetizer, creative mocktails, the king salmon and Dungeness crab pasta specials, and the best tiramisu in all of Portland! See you again soon!“

“Deli made good food restaurant, outside frescoe atomosphere, good Italian food!“

“Lunch pasta dishes were yummy and generous portions“

“Best NY pizza in town. You can truly taste the quality.“

“Beautiful venue, amazing food, attentive staff!“

“Incredible food, funny and personable hosts. Our new favorite restaurant!“

“My daughter and I went to Adelleda for brunch on Sunday and it was fabulous. Each item on the menu was so enticing we had a hard time choosing. The Honus Wagner, chicken and waffle style fried oyster mushrooms over waffles with truffle syrup, was incredible. Ultra crispy mushrooms paired so well with the syrup and waffles. The Bobby Bonilla beet pastrami sandwich was a many layered flavor bomb. Such a great play of textures and spices. And Mr. 350 was the best version of chilaquiles I have ever had. Better than any in Tucson. We got to sample brioche straight from the oven and are still dreaming about it. Slathered in house made vegan butter and, no shame, dunked in that truffle syrup. There Will Be Blood was a mighty fine Bloody Mary but the Pina Caliente blew my cocktail loving mind. Smokey from the mezcal, spicy and smooth as pineapple silk. Huge kudos to the mixologist!!! The atmosphere was lovely and chill and the service made us feel special. A real gem!!!!“

“I just had a birthday party for 17 friends at this fantastic neighborhood restaurant! It was absolutely incredible! The service was top notch. The food, 7 courses, was amazing! Each served in a timely manner. The cocktails were finely crafted! My friends can’t stop raving about their evening at Allora!!!!“

“Good good and service. Great lunch special“

“Excellent food and drinks!“

“Exceptional pasta! Wonderful wine, the kale salad is to die for.

Amazing for date nights. Super awesome staff.

We booked the “justa space” and it was so cool! Everyone had a exceptional time.“

“Amazing food and very attentive service! The bruschetta appetizer is an all time favorite as well as the delicious wine menu. Melissa was our server and she has a great personality and made us feel very welcome during our dinner. Loved the live music for Third Thursday!“

“Legitimately one of the best Italian restaurants I have ever experienced in the US. I have lived in Italy and my husband is Italian and we thoroughly enjoyed everything about our dinner. The wine selection is varied and thoughtfully curated. We enjoyed a bottle of Sardinian Carignano which is a rare find in the states. The prices are more than reasonable. We had a lovely locally sourced steak that melted in the mouth for $32. Bread is homemade fresh TWICE daily and the meat and cheeses were top quality If you’re looking for AUTHENTIC Italian in Portland, look no further. Nero Gallo has it all; great food, prices, staff, atmosphere and we will most definitely be back.“

“Burrata and heirloom tomatoes !“

“The best Italian food! Everything is made fresh and is absolutely incredible. My favorite red sauce for sure. The first time I went there was probably around 15-20 years ago and I had their pizza...WOW is all I can say. So yummy!!! I've also had their baked pasta dishes and they are honestly the best baked pastas I've ever had. It takes about 25-30 minutes to get your food after ordering, but it's so worth the wait because it's made fresh. They do bring a huge basket of fresh and warm focaccia and french bread along with butter while you wait for your food to arrive, and brought a new fresh basket after the food is brought out. I went there about a week ago after not going for a few years, and it still has the same atmosphere/environment as before. It has always been family owned, from what I remember. Very family friendly. Great place for a date or gathering..I do believe they have a room you can reserve for larger gatherings/events, such as birthdays. The service is wonderful, the staff are very friendly and attentive, and make you feel welcome. I've never had a bad experience there. Highly recommend if you've never tried this little gem of a restaurant. It's not inexpensive, but also not overpriced. I think it's roughly around $20-$30 per person depending on what you order, including if you order a soda or Italian cream soda..or choose a dessert. They also have a good childrens menu. You won't leave there hungry at all, even the kids..the food portions are very generous in size. It's excellent quality and definitely worth it to try it if you've never been there.“

“Seat yourself with QR code to order if sitting outside. The “Sunday gravy” beef braised rigatoni reminded me of my italian grandmother’s cooking when I was younger. Great salad, artichoke dip, and affogato as well! I love your Pizza Mondays - pizza is great!!“

“Aaahh obsessed with this place! The Chicken Marsala is sooo yummy and cravable, such a delight. We’ve had friendly service the three times we’ve been. I love the decor and vibe. One of my new favorite spots for sure. Also the caesar salad salad was just divine!“

“Had the sprouts and Rhode Island style calamari. Outstanding.“

“Honestly hands down one of the freshest most flavorful meals I had in 2025. Amazing pizza, great staff. Cozy environment. 10/10 for any small get together. Support local businesses!“

“😀Today a group of nine of us former colleagues had a most pleasant lunch. The wait staff were very well organized and tuned in to our needs, while being in the background in our conversation. I am very impressed and recommend this place, despite their need for a restricted parking lot.“

“I don’t even know where to start with this restaurant, I absolutely adore every part of it from the well stocked market, the amazing wine offerings, and the ever changing seasonal menu. I’ve eaten here quite a few times and each time it somehow gets better. I especially love their salads and entrees. It’s great for a group, I bring folks here often. It’s also great when my spouse wants a large dinner but I want something light. Also, eat every dessert every time because they are each exquisite.“

“Excellent food and service in a comfortable environment. Highly recommended!“

“I love olive garden but do NOT get their shrimp scampi. It was the worst pasta I've ever had. The garlic, fresh tomato, and Parmesan combined to taste vaguely like someone threw up in the pasta.

Everything else is delicious! Wish they would get rid of those weird little tablets.“

“Where do I even begin!

The staff was very welcoming and very attentive. Our fire time in Portland fresh off the airplane we decided pizza. Couldn’t be happier with this spot. Pizza was top notch beer was great a safe quiet get away from the busy streets of Portland.

Can’t wait to go back!“

“The only thing my daughter and I don't like is the bread that is served with the pasta, and is also used to make the Panini. The bread is so bad… I don't recommend the Panini.
My favorites are the Carbonara and Gnocchi.“

“I absolutely love this place. They were out of a few things today and worked exceptionally hard to find solutions (husband is very happy with his soup and focaccia!).

I especially love you because my blind babe is named Bastion which automatically makes me think of you

Thank you for your kindness and great service.

Ps. The current special sandwich is 🔥!

Picture of Bastion because… why not? ❤“

“Honestly hands down one of the freshest most flavorful meals I had in 2025. Amazing pizza, great staff. Cozy environment. 10/10 for any small get together. Support local businesses!“

“Delicious pizza and great Greek salads. Kind of expensive, but good tasting food is worth it…once In a while.“

“Enjoyed lunched with my daughter and granddaughter today. So many delicious choices, great kids menu. Everything was so fresh. Planning to have dessert next time! We ate inside, outdoor seating is available.“

“I had the vegetarian pesto pasta. It was great. My son had the pork belly mac and cheese without the meat. He thought it was very bland. We also ordered the burrata... It was heavy on the pickled veggies and light on cheese. Also didn't have enough bread with it.
Good overall but quite pricey.“

“Great lunch at Grassa. $15 lunch special includes spaghetti w meatballs or mac and cheese and a half caesar salad and a soda. All tasted great. Ambiance was relaxed and comfortable. The pork belly mac and cheese was an excellent entree!“

“Good food! Prices have gone up though!!“

“I was lucky enough to have been working on a building 2 doors down from grassa in lake oswego. I wasn't even going to give it a chance because I assumed it was very high dollar dining due to the person making fresh pasta in the resteraunt in vein of everyone. I decided that I would splurge one day on my lunch break and try it out. The price was more than reasonable and the food is easily the best pasta in the greater portland area. They always have a good record playing (actual vinyl on a record player). Since the first time i decided to eat here, 7byrs ago, to this day it is easily in my top 3 resteraunts in the city.“

“I had one of the best dishes that I have ever had the pleasure of putting in my mouth. Upon the waitresses enthusiastic recommendation (she seemed really excited about it) I went with the Boscaiola with pasta instead of ravioli. Every bite I took I closed my eyes to just enjoy the explosion of flavors. Hands down best food ever. Highly recommend but don’t forget your reservation!“