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Ciao Vito
- Italian
- Portland, OR
About this business
Uncompromising attention to detail. Our menu features house specialties and creative interpretations of Italian regional cuisine. Organic, local produce. Handmade pasta. Old-world style ambiance. Friendly, professional service. Amazing happy hour. Extensive, affordable wine list featuring Italian selections complimented by well-chosen bottles from Oregon and France.
Location details
2203 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR, 97211, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Sun | 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. |
A few quibbles, but the food was very good – When the razor clams arrived, the presentation was of little concern. They were absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked, obviously fresh and robust clams. Mashers with a hint of horseradish were great. Beets were good. We got parked in a corner right under the speaker and the Sinatra soundtrack was way too loud and distracting, but someone in the staff noticed and turned the volume down before folks requested so. Being stuck in a corner table near the restroom door certainly didn't... read more
Misled by the hype – Softly lit with chandeliers and candles. We were excited to try it. The soft lighting made it nearly impossible to read the very small print on the menu and wine list. We tried to discuss the menu but could not hear each other over the din. The concrete floors, wood tables and chairs, and undraped windows, created a loud and unpleasant environment for dinner for two. The food was also disappointing in its presentation. An entree of razor clams delivered perfectly cooked and quite good razor clams, but th... read more
Added to My List of Portland Favorites – My sister and I tried Ciao Vito on our way home on a rainy Saturday night. We chose to sit at the bar, which serves the full menu, since we would have had a long wait without reservations. The bartender did a great job doubling as a waitress. We chose three appetizers, the antipasti, warm onion tart and butternut squash soup. All three choices were generously portioned and definitely worth savoring. The atmosphere was cozy and friendly and we never felt rushed to leave. The entire sta... read more
One of the Best – Ciao Vito has shown that they are among the best restaurants in Portland. Vito has take his culinary training and produced one of the best restaurants iin North Portland. He is a delight to be with, and you will have a great, friendly expetience with Ciao Vito. Trust Vito to provide you with a great meal, and ambiance.
So Nice! – Outstanding food. Made room for us when there was no room. The service was great with full knowledge of menu. YUM YUM!
Good but not Great – After several visits it's obvious that this spot is on its way to being a great destination. Around its opening, the antipasti dish (delicious variety of vegetables, etc.) was so tasty it prompted a return visit. The second time was less memorable. I do appreciate the wine list and the informed servers...still, some of the pastas were average. For the neighborhood, however, this place shows what a small restaurant can do. I hope that they follow in the tradition of the best osterias and not the Portland ... read more
Midweek Treat - Don't Miss It – Tired, cranky and not wanting to deal with dinner we went to Ciao Vito hoping to get a simple, good meal. GOAL ! ! ! I called 10 minutes ahead of time; "Any chance of dinner for two?" Answer; "We're pretty busy but we always have room for a couple more." Instant comfort before we even got there. Wonderful food, very reminiscent of Chef Michael Symon's storied Lola Bistro & Wine Bar in Cleveland. Attentive service, a couple of GREAT Italian reds by the glass, steaming hot, flavorful pasta. Go t... read more
Nice Change of Pace – Great overall value: Great food, reasonable prices, nice ambience (unless you're seated near the door), and friendly, but BUSY, servers. The grilled asparagus starter, halibut entree, pork chop entree, and chocolate pot de creme dessert were fantastic. Although service was quite slow, waitstaff were friendly when at our table. (AND, let's face it, one of the benefits of slow service is that you don't have to endure the sometimes not so subtle pressure of being pushed toward the door by your server. I re... read more
Absolutely Fantastic – No pretending here; these people know what they're doing. They've created a truely upscale yet down to earth restaurant in an eclectic neighborhood. The food is all fantastic. Prices fit the portions. Drinks are great. Service is top notch without being stuffy. Fantastic all around. A huge benefit to the Alberta neighborhood. Thank you!!
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How is Ciao Vito rated?
Ciao Vito has a 4.3 star rating with 66 reviews.
When is Ciao Vito open?
Ciao Vito is closed now. It will open at 5:00 p.m.
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