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Portland, OR Map: AssaggioAssaggio Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Cuisine Rustic Italian
Hours Mon-Thurs 11am-2:30pm and 5-9:30pm; Fri-Sat 11am-2:30pm and 5-10pm; Sun 5-9:30pm
Address 7742 SE 13th Ave
Location Hawthorne, Belmont & Inner Southeast Portland
Reservations Reservations recommended
Phone 503/232-6151
Web site www.assaggiorestaurant.com
Prices Main courses $11-$19
Credit Cards AE, MC, V

Frommer's Review

This trattoria in the Sellwood neighborhood focuses on pastas and wines; the menu lists lots of pastas, and the wine list includes dozens of Italian wines, some of which are rarely encountered in the U.S. The atmosphere in this tiny place is theatrical, with indirect lighting, dark walls, and the likes of Mario Lanza playing in the background. Don't be surprised if after taking your first bite, you suddenly hear a Verdi aria. The pastas, with surprisingly robust flavors, are the main attraction. Assaggio means a sampling or a taste, and that is exactly what you get if you order pasta Assaggio-style -- a sampling of several dishes, all served family-style. This is especially fun if you're here with a group.

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