La Buca

40 NE 28th Ave, Portland
(503) 238-1058

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Kids Bavette Steak and Mashed Potatoes
Al Forno Abituale Pancetta E Funghi
Alfredo with Chicken Alfredo
Flourless Chocolate Torte
Mushroom Ravioli Special
Mediterranean Olives
Pomodoro Spaghetti
Caprese Bruschetta
Gnocchi Bolognese
Shrimp Fra Diavolo

Starters
Caprese Bruschetta
Tomato, fresh mozzarella & basil. Vegetarian.
Arancini
Stuffed with bolognese & fontina served over marinara.
Calamari
Lightly dusted and fried, served with lemon aioli.
Burrata
Polpette
Grilled baguette, spicy meatballs, marinara and smoked mozzarella.
Pomodoro Bruschetta
Tomato & roasted garlic. Vegetarian. Vegan.
Olive Bruschetta
Kalamata olive tapenade. Vegetarian. Vegan.
Carciofi
Artichoke, pomodoraccio tomato, herb and olive oil. Gluten-free. Vegetarian. Vegan.
Assorted Seasonal Pickled Vegetables
Gluten-free. Vegetarian. Vegan.
Mediterranean Olives
Marinated in lemon garlic olive oil. Gluten-free. Vegetarian. Vegan.

Insalate & Contorni
Small Caesar
Romaine lettuce and croutons tossed with an anchovy, garlic, lemon, Parmesan aioli.
Small Gorgonzola
Romaine lettuce, apple, roasted walnuts, creamy gorgonzola dressing.
Mashed Potatoes
Topped with basil pesto and olive oil. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Large Caesar
Romaine lettuce and croutons with an anchovy, garlic, lemon, Parmesan aioli.
Sauté
Broccoli or seasonal vegetables with olive oil, garlic & lemon. Gluten-free. Vegetarian. Vegan.
Small Spinaci
Baby spinach with tomatoes, olives and feta, lemon-infused olive oil and balsamic. Gluten-free. Vegetarian. Vegan with no cheese.
Small Verdi
Mixed greens and red onion tossed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Gluten-free. Vegetarian. Vegan.
Large Gorgonzola
Romaine lettuce with apple, roasted walnuts, creamy gorgonzola dressing.
Large Verdi
Mixed greens and red onion tossed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Gluten-free. Vegetarian. Vegan.
Large Spinaci
Baby spinach with tomatoes, olives and feta, lemon-infused olive oil and balsamic. Gluten-free. Vegetarian. Vegan with no cheese.

Pasta
Abituale Pasta
Penne tossed with spicy Italian sausage in a Parmesan & roasted garlic tomato cream sauce.
Alfredo Pasta
Linguine tossed in a roasted garlic and Parmesan cream sauce. Vegetarian.
Pancetta E Funghi
Penne with sautéed pancetta, mushrooms and shallots finished with dry vermouth and a hint of cream.
Bolognese Pasta
Spaghetti with a hearty beef & pork ragu.
Pesto Basilico
Linguine tossed with a pesto of fresh basil, pinenuts, walnuts, garlic, Parmesan and olive oil. Vegetarian.
Lasagne
Baked with beef & pork bolognese, ricotta, bechamel and mozzarella.
Pomodoro Spaghetti
Tossed with a fresh basil and garlic tomato sauce. Vegetarian. Vegan.
Puttanesca Pasta
Penne, Roma tomatoes, mediterranean olives, capers, oregano, garlic, crushed red pepper with a hint of anchovy.
Al Forno Pasta
Penne baked with mascarpone, mozzarella, fontina and Parmesan cheeses with tomato sauce. Vegetarian.
Vegetariana Pasta
Penne, Roma tomatoes, broccoli, roasted yellow peppers and pinenuts tossed with garlic, lemon juice and x-virgin olive oil. Vegetarian. Vegan.
Salmone Ubriaco Pasta
Wild salmon poached in vodka and cream, tossed with scallions and spaghetti.

Entree
Pollo Marsala
Chicken medallions sautéed with mushrooms in a marsala wine sauce, served with mashed potatoes. Can be made gluten free.
Risotto Funghi E Verdure
Arborio rice with mushrooms, seasonal vegetables and Parmesan cheese. Gluten free. Vegetarian. Can be made Vegan with no cheese.
Polenta Con Maiale
Slow roasted pork with caramelized onions and peas, served on Parmesan polenta in a fresh sage chianti butter sauce. Gluten-free.
Pesci del giorno
Wild NW salmon, prawns, seasonal vegetables, with a daily selection of sauce and pasta.
Bavette Steak
8 oz. Bavette Steak cooked to medium rare with mashed potatoes, roasted tomatoes and a salsa di palermo.

Children's Menu
Kids Penne with Alfredo Sauce
Comes with an apple and a serving of bread.
Kids Bavette Steak and Mashed Potatoes
4oz. Bavette Steak cooked to medium rare with buttered mashed potatoes. Gluten free.
Kids Penne with Butter & Parmesan
Comes with an apple and a serving of bread.
Kids Cup of Buttered Mashed Potatoes
Comes with an apple and a serving of bread.
Kids Penne with Marinara Sauce
Comes with an apple and a serving of bread.
Kids Baked Chicken and Broccoli
4oz. Grilled Chicken and sautéed broccoli with olive oil and lemon. Gluten free.

Beverages
San Pellegrino
Sparkling mineral water, lemon or orange.
Cock and Bull Ginger Beer
Martinelli's Apple Juice

Dessert Menu
Double Fudge Chocolate Cake
Dense and rich layered cake with dark chocolate ganache.
Tiramisu
Espresso dipped ladyfingers layered with mascarpone and dutch cocoa.
Lemon Cheesecake
Creamy lemon mascarpone cheesecake with berry coulis.
Bread Pudding
Rustic bread baked with apples, raisins, and cinnamon served warm with whiskey cream.
Carrot Cake
Served with buttercream frosting.
Flourless Chocolate Torte
Flourless chocolate torte. Gluten Free.

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Recent Reviews

My favorite Italian restaurant in Portland. The Caesar is stunning, and the bruschetta is bangin’! I get the polenta with pork and it’s so so good. The pomodoro is so fresh and delicious. Add prawns to take it up a notch. The polenta is my favorite. The slow roasted pork is so tender and juicy while the caramelized onions balance it perfectly. The portion is quite large so I always have it for lunch the next day. The staff is friendly and attentive. Pro tip: you can park in...
October 2025
I have wanted to try this place for along time. Let me tell you that this place doesn't disappoint. The food is amazing the service is impeccable and atmosphere is to die for. I give this place a 10 out of 10. Will definitely be coming back again.
July 2025
If you get nothing else, the bread pudding is delicious! Some of the best I've had. Only 4 stars because I didn't get an entrée, but I dont doubt it would be worth it. Staff was also lovely and very attentive.
June 2025

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La Buca

40 NE 28th Ave, Portland, OR 97232
(503) 238-1058