Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Café Nell, DeNicola's and Monty's Red Sauce, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find upscale places for pasta in Portland. Top-rated pasta spots at the right price.
Portland's Upscale Pasta Destinations
Portland’s dining scene offers sophisticated destinations for those seeking the city's most refined Italian flavors and handmade pasta. From the elegant atmosphere of Clark Lewis to the polished service at IL Terrazzo, these restaurants elevate classic Mediterranean traditions with a focus on high-end ingredients and artistry. This collection highlights the premier spots in town for a luxurious meal where every course celebrates the rich heritage of Italian cooking.
19 restaurants in Best Upscale Pasta in Portland | Top Upscale Spots
- Café Nell · rated 4/5: French.
- DeNicola's · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Monty's Red Sauce · rated 3/5: Italian.
- Gino's · rated 3/5: Italian.
- Piattino: Italian.
- Sunday Sauce: Italian.
- 3 Doors Down Café: Italian.
- Cibo: Italian.
- Grassa: No. * Steak.
- Clark Lewis: Italian.
- Justa Pasta: Italian.
- Gildas Italian Restaurant: Italian.
- Mama Mia: Italian.
- IL Terrazzo: Italian.
- Montelupo Italian Market: Italian.
- Dimo's Apizza: Italian.
- Pizza Schmizza: Italian.
- Bocci's: Italian.
- Serratto: Mediterranean.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
