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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
10:00 PM
Booked 23 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.

Why they're an Icon

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.

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What 5,794 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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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, a Portland staple, delights with "outstanding food and service" and an "amazing atmosphere." Known for its authentic Italian dishes, the gnocchi and wood-fired pizzas are crowd favorites. The knowledgeable staff enhances the dining experience, though some find the "22% mandatory service charge" unexpected. Perfect for special occasions or a memorable night out.

5,794 Reviews

  1. Mark

    Portland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal and excellent service. They did a lot to make my wife's birthday celebration very special. I highly recommend Nostrana.

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  2. Ali

    Portland1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Did nothing for birthday, despite noting it at reservation time. The pizza was excellent. Do not bother ordering the steak — it was a complete waste of money.

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  3. Dane

    Portland6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nostrana never disappoints. Solid wines and cocktails. The menu provides many delicious options depending on your mood/cravings. The service is also always on point!

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  4. William

    Portland5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wondeful experience. Service was 5++++ Would sit outside next time Staff was having a fine time and making the evening lots of fun

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  5. David

    Portland1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nostrana has been a Portland staple for over a decade. I’ve heard about how good this place was for years and finally booked a reservation. Oh how disappointed I was. I’m not sure if this place is just phoning it in because they have such a good reputation but this was one of most mediocre meals I’ve had in Portland in a long while. The only exception was their cocktails were on point. We had 4 dishes and all for were fine but nothing special like a step above Cheesecake Factory but not at the level of current Portland culinary expectations.

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  6. Alicia

    Portland1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We went on a Thursday which is Gnocchi night, the gnocchi was pillowy soft and amazing! The bread was really delicious as was the olive oil it was served with. If the salad dressing for the radicchio salad was sold by itself I would buy it! The grilled beef was nothing special, and the sides would be a skip on future visits.

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  7. Tom VIP

    Portland19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious as always. Celebrated a birthday at the Chef's Counter, the best seat in the house! Also took advantage of Wine Wednesday with 25% off bottles of wine. Great experience in every way.

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  8. Sarah VIP

    Portland2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    This was my second time dining here—the first visit was amazing! The food was unforgettable and the service was warm and attentive, so I was genuinely excited to return for my anniversary. The food this time? Still incredible -- authentic Italian that truly transported us straight to Italy! But sadly, the service didn’t live up to our first experience. It felt unwelcoming, which was disappointing, especially for a special occasion. What made it more frustrating was the automatic 22% gratuity added to the bill. While I understand the policy, that level of tip should come with service that creates a good experience.

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  9. Catherine VIP

    Portland5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. Restaurant was a bit nosey this evening due to a family celebration. The staff re-seated us to a quieter area of the restaurant. We greatly appreciated this.

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  10. Karen VIP

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Russell was our bartender/server and curated the most exceptional experience for my date night. We dined there over a week ago and we are still raving about the night. Much love to the amazing Russell! We are already coming back for our next special occasion based on his recommendations.

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Nostrana is rated 4.7 stars by 5794 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 23 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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