The Best Italian Restaurants in Portland

Q: What are the best Italian restaurants in Portland?

Here are Portland's best Italian spots: Cafe Olli — Wood-fired pizza and destination brunch; NYT's 50 best restaurants in 2023, James Beard semifinalists in 2026. Ava Genes — James Beard–nominated handmade pastas and market-driven vegetables in an intimate Division room. Casa Italia — Family-run SE Division gem with fresh-made pasta; order the Pennoni con Pancetta (large tubes with pancetta in vodka cream tomato sauce). a Cena Ristorante — Cozy Sellwood neighborhood spot with refined pasta, seasonal dishes, and a thoughtful wine list. The Focacceria by Montelupo — Loaded focaccia pizza by the slice or slab in Sellwood; the Mushroom Square (hazelnut pesto, mushrooms, ricotta, arugula) is a standout.

What are the best Italian restaurants in Portland?

Here are Portland's best Italian spots:

Cafe Olli — Wood-fired pizza and destination brunch; NYT's 50 best restaurants in 2023, James Beard semifinalists in 2026.

Ava Genes — James Beard–nominated handmade pastas and market-driven vegetables in an intimate Division room.

Casa Italia — Family-run SE Division gem with fresh-made pasta; order the Pennoni con Pancetta (large tubes with pancetta in vodka cream tomato sauce).

a Cena Ristorante — Cozy Sellwood neighborhood spot with refined pasta, seasonal dishes, and a thoughtful wine list.

The Focacceria by Montelupo — Loaded focaccia pizza by the slice or slab in Sellwood; the Mushroom Square (hazelnut pesto, mushrooms, ricotta, arugula) is a standout.

Picks come from the Stay Portland team’s curated catalog of local spots.