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Nostrana

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$31 to $50
Italian
1401 SE Morrison, Portland, OR 97214

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 71 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Lively
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 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • 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 70 seated guests.
  • Private party contact
    Natalia Toral: (503) 563-2427
  • Location
    1401 SE Morrison, Portland, OR 97214
  • Neighborhood
    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
    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

    $45.00 - $85.00 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

  • Reservations for Larger Parties

    $45.00 - $85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Come together and celebrate in the iconic Nostrana Dining Room or Patio. 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.
    Reservations for Larger Parties Photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Nostrana Night Owl Happy Hour 🦉

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    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

  • Dealer's Choice Happy Hour at the Enoteca Bar

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    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

Menu

Nostrana's menu was last updated on 2/2/2022.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 5,785 people are saying

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

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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Portland / Oregon

    Italian

  • Portland / Oregon

    Most Booked

  • Portland

    Great for fine wines

  • Portland

    Italian

  • Portland

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nostrana offers a charming dining experience with a "warm and inviting" atmosphere perfect for special occasions. The menu features "absolutely amazing" dishes with top-quality ingredients, complemented by an "extensive wine list." While some reviews mention high prices and a mandatory service fee, the "outstanding service" and "delicious food" consistently shine, making it a must-visit for authentic Italian cuisine lovers.

5,785 Reviews

  1. Jasmine

    Portland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nostrana is very high class and gourmet. From the glassware to the beautiful presentation of the cuisine. It definitely comes with a price, but it’s well worth it!! If you are looking for quiet, don’t go here. It’s a fun and energetic atmosphere! Loved it so much!!! Our server and all the servers around us were FABULOUS!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  2. Kelley VIP

    Portland22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice place but to add a 22% surcharge for a tip on only 2 people is CRAZY. I get that servers need to be paid as I was a server for many many years but to automatically add 22% on all tables is not cool and my husband and I will NOT be going back.

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  3. Michael VIP

    Seattle28 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Table 87 check 90 for 5/15/25 Service was non existent waited 10 plus minutes just to get water. Everyone behind the bar had something more important to do than greet the customer. Employees don’t seem overly happy to be there just my observation. Probably my tenth time there and each time service gets worse but they still have mandatory 22% service charge. I truly don’t think that equates to a great experience and good customer service. Food was ok porchetta a little dry and really could have used a second glass of wine if there was someone to help. Also would have been nice if I was asked how my dish was and if I was satisfied with it. I watched the staff I walk around and carry out their individual tasks and roles but seemed to miss the customer engagement side of things .

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  4. Nicholas

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Employees were very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. They made great recommendations. Food was very good for a very good price.

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  5. Stephen VIP

    San Diego15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just an outlanding experience. The food, attentive service, creative wine selections, atmosphere, it’s got it all. One of the best restaurants in Portland without the weird Portlandia vibe. Highly recommended

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  6. Chelle

    Seattle4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate early - 5 pm and noise was very low . Louder when we left .. but not bad

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  7. Kelsey

    Baltimore2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was okay. Noodles were soggy. Steak was medium, ordered med rare. Flavor profile mediocre. Wine was good.

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  8. Penelope VIP

    Portland18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've eaten at the bar and table...all is excellent! Zoe was our wonderful serve

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  9. Cheryl

    San Francisco6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    For over 20 years we have been coming down from Seattle for the weekend to spend our anniversary in Portland. Nostrana has been our go to spot for our celebration. Last nights meal was so so and honestly a disappointment. The food was bland, the drinks were not great and the overall feel was the place felt tired. Every dish just felt and tasted uninspired. We struggled to find something to order. It was disappointing to experience a place we’ve loved so much for all these years to fall flat. *Also, the tables are really uncomfortable with the middle bar. On the bright side our server was sweet and the service was very good overall. We hope it gets better it and it was just an off night. Sadly, not sure we will come back.

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  10. Flor VIP

    San Francisco7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the food, Delicious and high quality . The service and attentiveness was very pleasant and appreciated, especially for our big group . Next time we are in Portland will surely visit again !

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 71 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Nostrana

1401 SE Morrison, Portland, OR 97214

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    SE 14th Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Southeast Portland
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • 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 70 seated guests.
  • Private party contact
    Natalia Toral: (503) 563-2427

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