Nostrana - Menu

It was busy and noisy, and a bit cramped, but overall, it made for a pleasant Saturday night dining experience.

The food was delicious and the atmosphere was relaxed, but it felt a bit more upscale than your typical casual dining because of the higher prices. We were fortunate to snag a seat at the bar without needing a reservation.

I will always fondly remember the goat cheese pappardelle we tried here. It was incredibly light, with a burst of flavor in every bite. The service was attentive, and the restaurant's ambiance was lovely. We also thoroughly enjoyed their red wine and the fried risotto ball appetizer. View menu

We sat at the bar and shared a few dishes. The Arancini was delicious and filled with good crab meat. The crab pizza was very tasty as well. I'm not usually a fan of arugula, but it paired well with the lemon and other flavors on the pizza. The highlight of the meal was definitely the steak—it was absolutely divine. The seasoning was top-notch, and it was topped with garlic slices. I ordered it medium, and it was cooked to perfection. The bartenders were knowledgeable and fun to chat with.

We had a wonderful date night at this restaurant! The service, food, and atmosphere were outstanding, especially the delicious three-berry tart we enjoyed for dessert. Molly was our server, and she provided excellent service with fantastic menu recommendations. We finished our meal with empty plates and can't wait to return with our friends and family to enjoy this charming place. If you're looking for a more casual dining option, you might consider one of the many food trucks in Portland instead of paying for table service.

The ambiance of this restaurant is really lovely! We started with a signature drink called Dancing in Rio, which paired perfectly with our appetizers. We tried the fava bean stone, and it had a delightful balance of citrus flavors. Thursdays are Gnocchi Night, so if you're in the mood for pasta, that's the day to go. The zucchini crema gnocchi was fantastic and perfect for the summer season. I had the Smolina Gnocchi, which was light and airy with a taste reminiscent of polenta; it was deliciously cheesy! I highly recommend it! View menu

The food here was excellent, and Ben provided us with some of the best service we've experienced in a long time. He was friendly, offered perfect recommendations, and the timing of the service and courses was spot on. We were pleasantly surprised to find a parking lot upon our arrival! The arancini and radicchio salad were delicious, we loved the pizza, and my favorite dish might have been the goat cheese stuffed pappardelle—something I've never come across before! The sommelier helped us choose a fantastic wine. Overall, it was an amazing experience, and we will definitely be returning!

Wow what a disappointment. We were thankful for getting in last minute, but that?s about it. We were seated at the bar. The bartender actually ignored us for sometime after saying hello. It took them 10? to come over just to take a wine order. Afterdelivering the wine they disappeared for more than 15?. Every encounter they had with us was filled with pretentiousness. Itwas as if they were doing us a favor by letting us just be in the restaurant. We decided to split a dinner because we weren?tthat hungry. The steak was full of grizzle and 1/4 of the small serving was inedible. They disappeared for so long that wecouldn?t even say something and by then what was the point. Again it was another...

We were guests of a friend and it was a set menu. Our group broke into smaller groups with people jumping into and out of conversations. I didn't see the bill. I imagine it was very expensive. The food was delicious and well prepared, especiallythe radicchio salad, the two pastas and the desserts. At least two wait staff were serving our group. At times there werethree, possibly more. Overall, the service was not in keeping with the caliber of the restaurant or the food. My first orderedcocktail, an old fashioned, had not arrived. When I asked again about 20 minutes later, I had a choice of a classic or ryeold-fashioned. I ended up having both that evening with the rye having much better fla... View menu