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The main Nostrana Dining Room (March 2022) - Nostrana, Portland, OR

Nostrana

4.8
4.8
4948 reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
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We're currently reserving indoor tables and bar seating. When available, outdoor patio reservations may be subject to weather disruptions.

A Service Charge of 22% is applied to all checks at Nostrana, providing a professional and equitable wage for all team members.

Nostrana—literally ours—invokes local. Simple food from honest ingredients. Pure, regional, Italian. Opened in 2005, Nostrana is Chef/Owner Cathy Whims’ love letter to Italy. This is a restaurant built on relationships: with our amazing farmers and purveyors, our dedicated staff, and of course with you, our guest.

We hope to offer something timeless and authentic in a beautiful space, the regional specialties of Italy deeply rooted in the Pacific Northwest. We strive to be better every day.

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2 people
22:30
Booked 65 times today
Experiences are available.
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (503) 234-2427
  • Website
    http://nostrana.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Owned/operated by
    LGBTQ+, Women
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Murphy; Chef/Owner Cathy Whims
  • Private party facilities
    At Enoteca Nostrana, our new wine bar and events space, we offer two private dining rooms for 30 person seated events with a full bar. The main dining room at Nostrana is available for buyouts accommodating up to 80 seated guests.
  • Private party contact
    Nostrana Events Coordinator: (503) 234-2427
  • Location
    1401 SE Morrison, Portland, OR 97214
  • Area
    Southeast Portland
  • Cross Street
    SE 14th Ave
  • Parking Details
    We offer a free private lot and ample free street parking.
  • Public Transit
    Tri-met bus line 15 stops at our front door.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Experiences

  • Semi-Private Dinner for Larger Parties

    US$75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us opposite our cellar at Enoteca Nostrana for semi-private dinners perfect for your larger size party. Your menu comprises four courses, representing the best of classic and seasonal Nostrana offerings, including family-style pizza and salad courses, followed by individual main and dessert courses. Preview the menu: https://nostrana.com/bigdinner A 22% Service Charge is added to all checks at Nostrana, providing a robust wage for all team members.
    Semi-Private Dinner for Larger Parties photo

Offers

  • Dealer's Choice Happy Hour at the Enoeca Bar

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Sat - 17:00 - 18:00
    Join us at Enoteca bartop for Happy Hour, 5 – 6 pm. Selected wines are dealer’s choice, ever-rotating fresh flavors, featured alongside some all-time Nostrana favorites at a roaring discount. To participate, be sure to make your reservation for the Bar at Enoteca.

    Dealer's Choice Happy Hour at the Enoeca Bar photo

What 4,948 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Portland / Oregon

    Italian

  • Portland / Oregon

    Most Booked

  • Portland

    Best Service

  • Portland

    Best Ambience

  • Portland

    Great for fine wines

  • Portland

    Italian

  • Portland

    Most Booked

4,948 Reviews

  1. JimJ

    Portland

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal at the bar! Server was James, he was awesome!

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  2. Alex

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sat at the bar- food was delicious, cooked well, service was great. If you're just two, recommend the bar as you have a little more space and a little quieter.

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  3. TomF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding. Consistently provides excellent service and the menu delicious. The cocktails terrific and the wine list offers an amazing selection.

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  4. cathyh

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great spot and incredible food and drinks!! Definite I’ll return.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Went in for a glass of wine and had a couple appetizers. They have an 22% service charge automatically, be mindful of that.

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  6. JulieB

    Portland

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    My only complaint is them adding an automatic 22% service charge to their ticket and then asking for a gratuity for the server at the end of the meal. I typically pay our server based on the service I receive which would be around the 20-22% fee, I don't expect to pay for service before I get my service.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service3ambience4
    Didn’t appreciate the fact that the server hinted at adding more gratuity despite the fact that I had a large party and the bill already included a 22% service charge. She said that the service charge gets split between everyone. The bill was in the 4 digits so her cut was good out of that.

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  8. Kari

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    Just came off of eating at Kaan where the same number of people and more drinks cost considerbly less and the food was superior (even with 20+% tip). Get the 22% but why not make it 25% and skip the individual tip option. Weird...and hard to get head around.

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  9. Tigermama96

    Portland

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    2nd year in a row going here for our anniversary. This years meal was incredible! The service was great(we sat at bar) and the salad and entrées and dessert were the best we’ve had here!

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  10. JohnO

    Portland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been to Nostrana a couple of times and the food has always been good and did not disappoint this time either. From the Burrata starter to our mains Scallops and Pork Shoulder everything was done well and very tasty. We had the Solemner pick a wine for us which was a great choice for fitting between the 2 dishes. Service was also good, there when needed but not around too much. We sat in the wine cellar area of the Enoteca which worked out well it is a small isolated area so was quite.

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  11. Melsiegirl

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 16 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An all round lovely and delicious experience. Wonderful service, beautiful restaurant and great food. Would highly recommend.

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  12. HungryGirl62

    Portland

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 16 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nostrana doesn't need another rave review, but I'll give it. Amazing food and service and the wine was delicious.

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  13. Lalli

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My evening here was OUTSTANDING 💥 I loved the entire ambiance from first arriving through exiting the patio doors ♥️ Food was breathtaking delicious 🙏🏽♥️😚

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  14. JosephB

    Portland

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on 16 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Varied menu, food well prepared, informed and attentive service

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  15. TylerH

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 September 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Fly in my wine, pizza undercooked. Wait staff way to high on their own brand.

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  16. HannahB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious, spacious for a large group, good service, beautiful space. Couldn’t ask for more.

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  17. HeatherS

    Portland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    There is a good reason that they are always packed!

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  18. mollyR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 September 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience4
    Service could have been better. We weren't even done with our salad and they were already trying to pick up our plates. I feel like parm should always come with a meal of this price and when requested we were halfway done if not more with our food. Felt a little rushed!

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  19. SherriB

    Portland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, Nostrana delivers an upscale experience with outstanding food and service. There is good reason Nostrana has been a stalwart of Portland's dining scene for almost 20 years!

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  20. ZHappyPalate

    Portland

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 14 September 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The new 22% added for service is a bit steep and doesn't leave room for additional tips unless there was a big exception. The food is always top notch and as is the service. I would definitely go back and recommend Nostrana.

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  21. KrisDyer

    Portland

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 12 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nostrana is easily one of the best restaurants in Portland. This spot serves Italian food that actually Italians would be proud of.

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  22. StephenO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a very good meal. I had the Nostrana radicchio salad, the beefsteak with arugula, and the tiramisu. Every course was excellent. My friend ordered other choices and enjoyed them. The server was attentive and friendly.

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  23. Kobe

    Phoenix

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 10 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sydney was our server, she was awesome! We will be back for pizza

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  24. KristiG

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sooooooo excellent! I chose it for my dinner date with my so I’m taking all the credit but dang!!!!! You all made me look great😎 Thank you very much Rich

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  25. BrianK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of my most favorite places to dine. The food is always incredible tonight (as usual) our server was attentive and chose my meal and paired wine to go with it. My date (her first time) said it was the beat meal out that she had ever had. The peach panacotta tasted like late summer.

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  26. Patti

    Portland

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Some of food was not warm enough. Long wait for food. Server was not prepared with pepper grinder, had to go get it.

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  27. IwasHungry

    Portland

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Reservation was on time, seated immediately. Very friendly and welcoming staff. Server was excellent and received a 50% tip (22% is included in the bill). Value for the food and experience was very good. Excellent wine suggestion by the server as well. Will be going back.

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  28. Kkenny801

    Salt Lake City

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience. Delicious food, drinks and service

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  29. JeffO

    Portland

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    Great service. Food so-so. Would expect better for the price. We will not be returning

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  30. TaylorB

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite restaurant in Portland - from service to ambience to food. Just the best!

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  31. wrybagel

    Portland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 September 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    One of our favorites, but tonight was a little disappointing. The fusilli dish arrived lukewarm, and, of course, by the end, was cold. My fault for not sending it back right away for some reheating. On the other hand, my first glass of wine was a smallish pour. At $18, I was miffed. I requested a larger pour for my second glass, and was rewarded for my ask.

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  32. PDXjudge

    San Francisco

    29 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 6 September 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    We had patio seating, which was very comfortable, but of course the ambiance is missing. The salads were delicious, and the ragú with tagliatelle was really tasty. The pesto sauce was only okay. The breads are very good, especially the focaccia. The 22% gratuity is fine, except that they charge that on top of corkage fees and wine prices, which appear to be 2.5 or 3 times wholesale. The restaurant is plenty busy, so maybe I’m the only one who cares.

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  33. JessicaG

    Portland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It’s so lovely to see an institution like Nostrana setting an example of excellence in food and service. Difficult to find in Portland at times. Thank you for a lovely dinner.

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  34. DavidB

    Portland

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 3 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything ordered was excellent Our server has been there 10 years and was also excellent along her support staff

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  35. RachelW

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 September 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Food and ambiance was amazing and our server was great!! The only issue we had was my husband and I felt sort of blacklisted lol. We are patient people and don’t mind waiting for things, we just felt really unlucky this visit! We arrived at 7:50 for our 8 pm reservation for 2 and saw countless groups of 2-4 people get sat before us who arrived after us. We ended up being sat at 8:15 ish. All was good - wine, mocktails, bread, and the arancini balls were all amazing!! We ended up both ordering pizzas and then witnessed more groups of people who ordered pizzas get theirs prior to us. We waited a long time with no appetizers before our pizzas eventually arrived. Both of the pizzas were so delicious and worth it! We would definitely come here again for that authentic Italian vibe, especially to experience the rotating menus, but we just had an unlucky visit with timing I think!

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  36. Daniel

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I cook most nights of the week but when I go out, I like it to count and Nostrana does not disappoint. The pork belly was amazing; the accompanying mashed potatoes were next level!! Service was beautiful and I love the busy yet intimate feel of the atmosphere.

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  37. RyanD

    San Diego

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 2 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Great service. Food was just the right proportions and service was impeccable and friendly

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  38. MFPDX

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and drinks were amazing! Gina is the absolute best!

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  39. BryanB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal, great service. Ambience greatly improved after installation of noise dampeners. Pricy but worth it.

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  40. Bart

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The champagne is a little overpriced, but hey, its champagne. The tomatoes from their community garden were a perfect addition to the burrata appetizer. and

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Nostrana is rated 4.8 stars by 4948 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
22:30
Booked 65 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Nostrana

1401 SE Morrison, Portland, OR 97214

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    SE 14th Ave
  • Area
    Southeast Portland
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    We offer a free private lot and ample free street parking.
  • Public Transit
    Tri-met bus line 15 stops at our front door.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    LGBTQ+, Women
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Murphy; Chef/Owner Cathy Whims
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://nostrana.com/
  • Phone number
    (503) 234-2427
  • Private party facilities
    At Enoteca Nostrana, our new wine bar and events space, we offer two private dining rooms for 30 person seated events with a full bar. The main dining room at Nostrana is available for buyouts accommodating up to 80 seated guests.
  • Private party contact
    Nostrana Events Coordinator: (503) 234-2427

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