Gino's Restaurant & Bar

Absolutely stunning medley of pasta dishes, I will be back again! I highly recommend the butternut squash ravioli, it was a wonderful mix of savory and sweet flavors. The beetroot salad could have been its own meal with the portion size and it too was delicious. My dinner partner shared their pasta dish and it was perfect blend of sausage, fennel, and creamy cheese. Let us not forget the DESSERTS 🤩 I would come back just to get the chocolate mousse, it was that good. Not overly sweet, rich dark chocolate and homemade whipped cream. The cannoli was a pop of flavor, crunch and cream to end the feast. Some of the menu items were different than online but I was pleasantly impressed with what was offered and will happily come try any new additions to the menu. Thank you for a wonderful evening of delectable treats!

Charming, authentic, old Portland restaurant that is warm and inviting. Food, service, and wine were quite good at a reasonable price. The squash ravioli was lovely but the ceasar was all chopped up and felt like a chain salad. The drink menu looked super, but I picked a great Nebbiolo, offered by the glass for $12! GINO'S is an excellent choice but get reservations! It was packed on a Wed.

I was excited to go to Gino's again. As I stood at the door waiting while the host took a call for several minutes 5 people arrived behind me. Host asked if I had a reservation and when I said I did not the host proceeded to help every person behind me, giving priority to each group that had a reservation and then helping a woman who was a squeaky wheel (also without a reservation) before me or the remaining person behind me. Strongly suggest customer service training. It was disrespectful. I love the menu. Food tonight was a little unseseasoned for the shrimp app. The broth seemed as though it had not had a chance to develop its flavor. Meatballs were overcooked, too hard. I'd like to come back when the service is more equitable and the food better executed.