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Barba Mingo, Portland, OR

Barba Mingo

4.9 (1354)
$30 and under
Italian
811 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Barba Mingo is a neighborhood restaurant serving simple Italian food in a casual and comfortable environment. Our menu features plates to share, house made pasta, fresh seafood dishes and daily specials. We have a well rounded wine list, fresh squeezed cocktails and friendly service.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (503) 445-4646
  • Website
    http://www.caffemingonw.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Brett West
  • Location
    811 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209
  • Neighborhood
    Northwest Portland
  • Cross street
    Kearney and Johnson
  • Parking details
    On NW Johnson off 21st street
  • Public transit
    Portland Street Car (NW 21st and Lovejoy) heading East toward Pearl District, downtown and waterfront
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,354 people are saying

Barba Mingo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

1,353 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Portland / Oregon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Both my partner and I found unique and appealing dinner choices to enjoy. The octopus salad was unique and well presented on fresh greens and other vegetables. The octopus was very tender and delicious! We will definitely return in the near future.

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  2. KateM VIP

    Portland / Oregon48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had tagliatelle and lasagna , Caesar salad and the lamb meatballs. Everything is always fabulous and the staff are tremendous. We have a handful of go to restaurants and this will always be one of our favorites. Thanks for being there.

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  3. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Los Angeles120 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just as I remembered - hasn’t been back to Portland in 3 years - this was our favorite restaurant and now o ever why - food was excellent and generous portions - service was very good - can’t wait to go back

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  4. jimH

    Hawaii22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 20, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Servers were overextended. Food was very good at a great price

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  5. Jape VIP

    Portland / Oregon21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Barba Mingo--like its sister restaurant next door--never disappoints. Our favorite restaurant in Portland

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  6. FrancesH

    Portland / Oregon46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my favorite for taking people out Mingo, always excellent and varying menu, quality food and wine types, good bar staff as well as first rate wait staff

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  7. Northender

    Portland / Oregon5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent in every way ! Will return soon .

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  8. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Portland / Oregon2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    After nearly 100 meals here, everything continues to be absolutely perfect.

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  9. mitch

    California Central Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent evening The food was excellent and our server was personal and attentive

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  10. SueK VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area189 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is dependably very good, the service dependably pleasant and good and the choice very nice. It's a great neighborhood choice.

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Barba Mingo is rated 4.9 stars by 1354 OpenTable diners.

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Portland / Oregon
  4. Portland
  5. Northwest Portland

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Google Map for Barba Mingo

811 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Kearney and Johnson
  • Neighborhood
    Northwest Portland
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    On NW Johnson off 21st street
  • Public transit
    Portland Street Car (NW 21st and Lovejoy) heading East toward Pearl District, downtown and waterfront
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Brett West
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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