I had heard big things about this place, so I was disappointed when I finally ate there and found out that it's actually pretty average Italian food. Also - The folks in this neighborhood have their own style of uber-faux-urban chicness. If you need to drive a car to get here, you're probably in the wrong part of town.. more

they only speak italian some nights. authentic, great food, family atmosphere. more

While visiting my son in Portland, he suggested we have dinner at Piazza Italia and it was wonderful. He has spent a lot of time in Italy and said that Piazza Italia was one of the most authentic Italian restaurants he had found downtown. The service was friendly, the bread was excellent, and our pasta dishes were scrumptious. Try it... more

We decided to skip the free breakfast at Residence Inn today, much to my Scottish chagrin, and ventured into this cozy little place in the Pearl District in Portland. They said that they only had three small tables available when we arrived at 11 in the AM, so we took the tiny one next to the babbling water feature, so... more

feels + tastes like real italy more

Great authentic italian...unexpected and fun. Family friendly. more

The best Italian food I have found in Portland! Delicioso! more

Good. more

They bank on their Italian accents and are lucky the have location, location, location. more