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Nostrana

$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 75 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for fine wines
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.

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.

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Executive chef: Bryan Donaldson; Chef/Owner Cathy Whims

From the OpenTable editors: Open since 2005, multi-James Beard Award-nominated chef Cathy Whims’s flagship restaurant still turns out some of the city’s best Italian food. Feast on wood-fired thin-crust pizzas and a 2.5-pound Florentine-style bone-in ribeye, plus seasonal pastas and mains in a lodge-like space with soaring vaulted ceilings and festive hanging lanterns. Toast the meal with a celebratory cocktail—Thrillist dubbed Nostrana “Portland’s capital of the negroni.”

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (503) 234-2427
  • Website
    http://nostrana.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    At Enoteca Nostrana, our 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
    Natalia Toral: (503) 563-2427
  • Location
    1401 SE Morrison, Portland, OR 97214
  • Area
    SE 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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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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.
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Offers

  • Dealer's Choice Happy Hour at the Enoteca 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 Enoteca Bar photo

  • Nostrana Night Owl Happy Hour 🦉

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 20:00 - 21:00,Fri - Sat - 21:00 - 22:00
    The iconic Nostrana Happy Hour is BACK just in time for summer. We’re thrilled to invite you to dine with us and are excited to offer deals on some Nostrana classics. Sip a great glass of vino and while you share a margherita pizza with your friends. Take a dive into a bowl of saucy capellini noodles smothered in Marcella’s tomato butter #3. Kick back on our covered and heated patio while you enjoy a crisp insalata Nostrana and a Negroni Sbagliato. Come for the deals, stay for the vibes. Check out the menu: nostrana.com/happy

    Nostrana Night Owl Happy Hour 🦉 photo

Menu

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What 5,704 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

Noise • Moderate

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  • Portland / Oregon

    Italian

  • Portland / Oregon

    Most Booked

  • Portland

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nostrana offers a warm, inviting ambiance with Italian-inspired cuisine. Guests praise the "perfectly balanced flavors" and "excellent wine selection." The service is "attentive and knowledgeable," enhancing the dining experience. Despite some concerns over pricing and portion sizes, many highlight the "divine ragu" and "amazing cocktails." Nostrana remains a "Portland classic."

5,704 Reviews

  1. tracey

    VIP

    New York City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful friendly service! Food & drinks were excellent.

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  2. Ramon

    Portland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Literally every single dish I’ve had at Nostrana has been a delight. The staff is also super attentive and nice. You can easily spend a good chunk of change here, but it’s gonna be worth it

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  3. Juliann

    VIP

    Portland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time. R&R in bar are a great duo. Can’t wait to return.

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  4. Kitty

    Portland

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was incredible. Lovely everything. But, if it is not widely known that you add 22% tip to the bill, then give the bill in a dimly lit restaurant with a tip line, than one may find themselves paying 45% tip. I was a bartender. I'd stop my clients from leaving if I thought they overtipped.

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  5. Nicholas

    VIP

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff and was very accommodating due to the different business schedules of my team showing up at various times!

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  6. Julian

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Laid back atmosphere for a fine dining restaurant. Ben the server was attentive and patient. Amazing wine list which from Bernadette chose an outstanding but reasonably priced wine. Food was excellent.

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  7. Jai-Ron

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely Amazing Italian Cuisine! I and my significant wife had the most incredible dining experience! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, with a cozy yet elegant vibe. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. Now, let’s talk about the food—absolutely phenomenal! Every dish was bursting with authentic Italian flavors, made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The Overnight Braised Rieben Fram Pork Shoulder was perfectly cooked, and the homemade pasta was to die for. If you’re looking for an authentic Italian meal with top-notch service, look no further. I can’t wait to come back and try more dishes. Highly recommend!

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  8. monique

    VIP

    Phoenix

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the second time visiting this restaurant and I was not disappointed. My guest was equally impressed and we both had a wonderful meal. Will definitely be back.

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  9. Krissi

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’d come here for a nice dinner. Nice lighting and overall ambiance. Good pasta and pizza.

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  10. Britt

    VIP

    Portland

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A sparkling neighborhood gem, offering a daily menu of surprising seasonal foods cooked to perfection. Such a treat!

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FAQs

Nostrana is rated 4.7 stars by 5704 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 75 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
    SE Portland
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://nostrana.com/
  • Phone number
    (503) 234-2427
  • Private party facilities
    At Enoteca Nostrana, our 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
    Natalia Toral: (503) 563-2427

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