The Focacceria by Montelupo – Italian
The scent of golden, oven-toasted dough and bubbling cheese fills this lively space, where thick, focaccia-style slices are elevated with premium cured meats like spicy soppressata and fennel-rich finocchiona. Vibrant, crisp salads of radicchio and kale provide a bright, bitter contrast to indulgent, pull-apart garlic knots and jalapeño-studded cheesy sticks. Every visit feels like a celebration of soul-warming Italian street food, blending casual comfort with a refined, artisanal touch.
1613 Southeast Bybee Boulevard, Portland OR 97202 https://thefocacceria.co/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan, kosher, halal, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, sugar-free, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-sodium, low-fat, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, weight-watchers, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, low-fodmap, carnivore, aip, volumetrics, raw-food, tlc, detox, alkaline, renal, slow-carb, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, sirtfood, pegan, candida
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the appetizing menu and perfectly sized portions, frequently noting how the knowledgeable staff enhances the dining experience with their deep menu expertise. Reviewers highlight the comfortable and inviting setting, which creates a memorable atmosphere for a relaxed dinner. Praised for its warm service and consistent quality, the experience is often described as a standout for those seeking a well-paced and satisfying meal.
Menu
- Radicchio salad - $12: grana padano dressing, garlic breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Kale salad - $12: honey-sherry vinaigrette dressing, pumpkin seeds, craisins
- Garlic Nots - $7: 6 garlic nots served w/ red sauce
- Cheesy Stix - $6: 3 focaccia stix w/ fontina, cacio, mozzarella, provolone, fresh parsley served w/ red sauce
- Jalapeño Cheesy Stix - $7: 3 focaccia stix w/ fontina, cacio, mozzarella, provolone, cheddar, fresh parsley, pickled jalapeños served w/ ranch Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Pepperoni (Slice) - $7.75: red sauce, mozz Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Sirtfood, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Pepperoni (Whole) - $29: red sauce, mozz Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Soppressata (Slice) - $8.75: Soppressata, mozzarella & provolone, banana peppers, sun dried tomatoes, topped with ricotta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Soppressata (Whole) - $33: Soppressata, mozzarella & provolone, banana peppers, sun dried tomatoes, topped with ricotta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Finocchiona (Slice) - $8.75: Finocchiona (fennel salami) goat cheese, mama lils peppers, chili flakes, mozzarella, provolone, red sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Finocchiona (Whole) - $35: Finocchiona (fennel salami) goat cheese, mama lils peppers, chili flakes, mozzarella, provolone, red sauce
- Vodka sausage (Slice) - $8.75: Italian sausage, vodka sauce, basil, mozzarella, provolone, stracciatella
- Vodka sausage (Whole) - $33: Italian sausage, vodka sauce, basil, mozzarella, provolone, stracciatella
- Mushroom (Slice) - $8.75: mushroom medley, sunflower seed pesto, ricotta, arugula
- Mushroom (Whole) - $33: mushroom medley, sunflower seed pesto, ricotta, arugula
- Simple Red (Slice) - $5.75: red sauce, oregano, mozzarella
- Simple Red (Whole) - $25: red sauce, oregano, mozzarella
- Olive & Herb (Slice) - $4.75: castelvetrano, rosemary, evoo
- Olive & Herb (Whole) - $20: castelvetrano, rosemary, evoo
- Sea Salt & EVOO (Slice) - $4.75: Sea salt and extra virgin olive oil
- Sea Salt & EVOO (Whole) - $17: Sea salt and extra virgin olive oil
- Gluten Free Pizza - $6.75: Simple red, Pepperoni, OR Mushroom & Sunflower Seed Pesto
- Build Your Own Whole Pizza - $25: red sauce, mozzarella, basil
- Burrata Ball - $6
- Ricotta - $2
- Arugula - $2
- Prosciutto - $7
- Salumi Sandwich - $14: mortadella, salami, provolone, pickled red onions, spicy aioli, arugula
- Spicy Garden Sandwich - $10: pesto, red onion, giardiniera, mozzarella, arugula, Calabrian chili mayo
- Chocolate Chip Cookie - $3: dark chocolate chips, finishing salt
- Tiramisu - $11: marsala mousse & espresso ladyfingers
- Zero Proof Selection: Limonata, Aranciata, Mexican Coke, Diet Coke, iced tea, Root Beer, lemonade, Wildwonder, Ginger Beer, Phony Negroni, san pellegrino
- Montelupo Beer - $7: IPA, Pilsner, Lager
- Yonder Cider - $7
Frequently Asked Questions about The Focacceria by Montelupo
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Arugula, Prosciutto, and Ricotta all work for both keto and gluten-free diets, with Arugula also being vegan and dairy-free.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews do not mention any specific concerns, instead praising the appetizing menu, perfectly sized portions, and knowledgeable staff.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include focaccia-style slices topped with soppressata, finocchiona, or vodka sausage, alongside garlic knots, cheesy sticks, and radicchio salads.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant specializes in artisanal Italian street food featuring thick, oven-toasted focaccia slices topped with premium cured meats like soppressata.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- The Focacceria by Montelupo is a budget-friendly ($) restaurant offering affordable Italian street food and artisanal focaccia-style slices.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- This lively, budget-friendly spot offers a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, blending casual Italian street food comfort with a refined, artisanal touch.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features diverse focaccia slices, sandwiches, and salads, accommodating over forty dietary preferences including keto, vegan, and gluten-free.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The restaurant is operational with an active website at https://thefocacceria.co/, though the provided data does not include specific hours.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Guests celebrate the appetizing menu and consistent quality, frequently praising the knowledgeable staff and comfortable atmosphere for a relaxed dinner.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking budget-friendly Italian street food, artisanal focaccia, and a relaxed, well-paced atmosphere with knowledgeable service would enjoy this restaurant.