Note: Ciao Vito closed in 2020Every so often I sit down to do a review and just don’t quite know what to say. That is why it takes me a while to get these out; sometimes, they have to percolate in my mind or else require an extra visit. This was the case with Ciao Vito. I had so many mixed experiences there, I ended up going four times before I could write this review. … [Read more...] about Review: Ciao Vito
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Review: Serratto
Note: much has changed at this restaurant since this review was written. It is currently in the process of being updatedLocated in the Italian restaurant row on NW 21st and Kearney, Serratto is a huge open space with soaring old growth timber beams. The well-designed lighting makes the earth tone room inviting – think modern rustic. Tables are clothed in crisp white linen; … [Read more...] about Review: Serratto
Review: Por Qué No? Taqueria
[updated 9.17]¿Por Qué No? is yet another hole-in-the-wall taqueria to grace Portland, this time in the burgeoning Mississippi area. Located just 500 feet north of Fremont on Mississippi, it is a converted garage with a dozen tables inside, a recently converted and covered area next door, and a choice of tables and benches on the sidewalk out front. Service is very … [Read more...] about Review: Por Qué No? Taqueria