Iorio Restaurant

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912 SE Hawthorne Blvd
Portland, OR 97214

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(503) 445-4716
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Iorio Restaurant - Portland, OR
Iorio Restaurant - Portland, OR
Iorio Restaurant - Portland, OR
Iorio Restaurant - Portland, OR
Iorio Restaurant - Portland, OR
Iorio Restaurant - Portland, OR
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Best

It's a Best of Citysearch for good reason!! Simply the best!

Worst

Booked with reservation with colleagues based on it being rated Best in Portland...The service was great, but the food was a huge disappointment. The calamari was great, fresh an...

Great Ambiance 9/6/2008

My husband and I visited Iorio restaurant for our fourth wedding anniversary, and was pleased with how great our experience was! Upon arrival, we were given the best seat in the house! Our server was kind and up for small talk. She answered all our questions patiently. Our meals were great. Nothing beats home-made pasta! We couldn't have made a better choice for dinner that night! more

Great Ambiance 9/5/2008

My husband and I visited Iorio restaurant for our fourth wedding anniversary, and was pleased with how great our experience was! Upon arrival, we were given the best seat in the house! Our server was kind and up for small talk. She answered all our questions patiently. Our meals were great. Nothing beats home-made pasta! We couldn't have made a better choice for dinner that night! more

Delicious Food 8/29/2008

While vacationing in Washington and visiting Portland, we happened upon Iorio's. It was not only a heart-warming experience because of the display of family history but a savoring, mouth-watering feast! In fact, during our 2 week stay, we visited Iorio's 3 times, sharing pretty much everything on the menu! My favorites were the gnocchi with pesto sauce, the Oregon cheese plate, the spinach pasta with lamb ragout. I also enjoyed the ravioli and the beet salad. Yummy! I have recommended this restaurant to my friends who have planned a trip to the Northwest coast. more

Delicious Food 8/29/2008

While vacationing in Washington and visiting Portland, we happened upon Iorio's. It was not only a heart-warming experience because of the display of family history but a savoring, mouth-watering feast! In fact, during our 2 week stay, we visited Iorio's 3 times, sharing pretty much everything on the menu! My favorites were the gnocchi with pesto sauce, the Oregon cheese plate, the spinach pasta with lamb ragout. I also enjoyed the ravioli and the beet salad. Yummy! I have recommended this restaurant to my friends who have planned a trip to the Northwest coast. The service was friendly and timely. We did not feel rushed and were truly enjoying the atmosphere of Iorio's. The very color of the walls was inviting. The family pictures, flowers, candles gave us a sense of home! What a sweet place! My mouth still waters as I think of our meals! We met the chef, Christopher, whose smile warmed us. His talent for creating meals is outstanding. We also had an opportunity to meet Hilary, the owner, whose vision adds to the welcoming spirit of this fine restaurant. Thanks. more

Delicious Food 8/28/2008

While vacationing in Washington and visiting Portland, we happened upon Iorio's. It was not only a heart-warming experience because of the display of family history but a savoring, mouth-watering feast! In fact, during our 2 week stay, we visited Iorio's 3 times, sharing pretty much everything on the menu! My favorites were the gnocchi with pesto sauce, the Oregon cheese plate, the spinach pasta with lamb ragout. I also enjoyed the ravioli and the beet salad. Yummy! I have recommended this restaurant to my friends who have planned a trip to the Northwest coast. The service was friendly and timely. We did not feel rushed and were truly enjoying the atmosphere of Iorio's. The very color of the walls was inviting. The family pictures, flowers, candles gave us a sense of home! What a sweet place! My mouth still waters as I think of our meals! We met the chef, Christopher, whose smile warmed us. His talent for creating meals is outstanding. We also had an opportunity to meet Hilary, the owner, whose vision adds to the welcoming spirit of this fine restaurant. Thanks. more

wonderful sea food, Cosmo quiet dinning... 8/26/2008

I get busy (as we all do) and it is a bit of a drive for me, so I find myself making excuses for a "take out" meal... but at least once a month I force myself out to some place inviting with great food. This is my spot when I want to avoid the abnoxious clatter of the mildly interesting spaces nail-kegg packed with 20-somethings. Here the rooms conversations creat a cosmo atmosphere, the service seem invisable till you need something, and the food... is 5 star. I especially love the love the calamari,any of the ravioli, Pacific salmon, and those chocolate nirvana's! A desert to you.... a date to me. One I especially enjoy in bed... Pros: not nail-keg full of selfish 20 somethings Cons: Tri-met buses are @ flight spead so watch yourself! The vacuum they create will knock you down. more

wonderful sea food, Cosmo quiet dinning... 8/26/2008

I get busy (as we all do) and it is a bit of a drive for me, so I find myself making excuses for a ""take out"" meal... but at least once a month I force myself out to some place inviting with great food. This is my spot when I want to avoid the abnoxious clatter of the mildly interesting spaces nail-kegg packed with 20-somethings. Pros: not nail-keg full of selfish 20 somethings Cons: Tri-met buses are @ flight spead so watch yourself! The vacuum they create will knock you down. more

wonderful sea food, Cosmo quiet dinning... 8/26/2008

I get busy (as we all do) and it is a bit of a drive for me, so I find myself making excuses for a "take out" meal... but at least once a month I force myself out to some place inviting with great food. This is my spot when I want to avoid the abnoxious clatter of the mildly interesting spaces nail-kegg packed with 20-somethings. Here the rooms conversations creat a cosmo atmosphere, the service seem invisable till you need something, and the food... is 5 star. I especially love the love the calamari,any of the ravioli, Pacific salmon, and those chocolate nirvana's! A desert to you.... a date to me. One I especially enjoy in bed... Pros: not nail-keg full of selfish 20 somethings Cons: Tri-met buses are @ flight spead so watch yourself! The vacuum they create will knock you down. more

Wonderful Anniversary 8/12/2008

We went on a Tuesday night and much like all the times before the food and atmosphere wassuperb. The menu choices are always fresh and seasonal. Had the Cod special, oh my...was wonderful. Quality service and quality food. Pros: Service and Food more

Wonderful Anniversary 8/12/2008

We went on a Tuesday night and much like all the times before the food and atmosphere wassuperb. The menu choices are always fresh and seasonal. Had the Cod special, oh my...was wonderful. Quality service and quality food. Pros: Service and Food more

Wonderful Anniversary 8/11/2008

We went on a Tuesday night and much like all the times before the food and atmosphere wassuperb. The menu choices are always fresh and seasonal. Had the Cod special, oh my...was wonderful. Quality service and quality food. Pros: Service and Food more

Excellent Dining Experience 7/1/2008

My husband and I found iorio on the Rewards Network dining list (bonus frequent flyer miles) and we're so glad we did. We recently relocated to PDX and were hoping to find an Italian restaurant just like this one - delicious, fresh food, nice atmosphere, great service, good wine & food selections. My favorite: a glass of prosecco and the lamb ragu pasta (sigh). There's often a large party celebrating something special at a long table in the center, which adds a festive atmosphere. (It's never loud or annoying.) Call ahead to be sure there will be a table available (or make a reservation in advance). Sitting at the small bar is a nice alternative, though the lights from the under-counter refrigerators can be a bit glaring. Pros: Extremely fresh, delicious food, lovely atmosphere Cons: It's not closer to my house ;) more

Excellent Dining Experience 7/1/2008

My husband and I found iorio on the Rewards Network dining list (bonus frequent flyer miles) and we're so glad we did. We recently relocated to PDX and were hoping to find an Italian restaurant just like this one - delicious, fresh food, nice atmosphere, great service, good wine & food selections. My favorite: a glass of prosecco and the lamb ragu pasta (sigh). There's often a large party celebrating something special at a long table in the center, which adds a festive atmosphere. (It's never loud or annoying.) Call ahead to be sure there will be a table available (or make a reservation in advance). Sitting at the small bar is a nice alternative, though the lights from the under-counter refrigerators can be a bit glaring. Pros: Extremely fresh, delicious food, lovely atmosphere Cons: It's not closer to my house ;) more

Excellent Dining Experience 6/30/2008

My husband and I found iorio on the Rewards Network dining list (bonus frequent flyer miles) and we're so glad we did. We recently relocated to PDX and were hoping to find an Italian restaurant just like this one - delicious, fresh food, nice atmosphere, great service, good wine & food selections. My favorite: a glass of prosecco and the lamb ragu pasta (sigh). There's often a large party celebrating something special at a long table in the center, which adds a festive atmosphere. (It's never loud or annoying.) Call ahead to be sure there will be a table available (or make a reservation in advance). Sitting at the small bar is a nice alternative, though the lights from the under-counter refrigerators can be a bit glaring. Pros: Extremely fresh, delicious food, lovely atmosphere Cons: It's not closer to my house ;) more

Great... everything! 6/15/2008

Our server was very friendly and well educated on both the wine and food. Between the 6 of us, we had 5 different entrees and all where delicious. Tip: don't skip on the appetizers (calamari and cheese place where amazing!) or dessert (I highly suggest getting the platter and let the chef do what they do best). Pros: Service, taste, cost/value Cons: None more

Great... everything! 6/15/2008

Our server was very friendly and well educated on both the wine and food. Between the 6 of us, we had 5 different entrees and all where delicious. Tip: don't skip on the appetizers (calamari and cheese place where amazing!) or dessert (I highly suggest getting the platter and let the chef do what they do best). Pros: Service, taste, cost/value more

Great... everything! 6/14/2008

Our server was very friendly and well educated on both the wine and food. Between the 6 of us, we had 5 different entrees and all where delicious. Tip: don't skip on the appetizers (calamari and cheese place where amazing!) or dessert (I highly suggest getting the platter and let the chef do what they do best). Pros: Service, taste, cost/value Cons: None more

Iorio impressed and pleased this Italian 5/28/2008

While visiting Portland last weekend with our son's family from Chicago we ate at Iorio. We were very pleased that we chose this restaurant because the menu's offerings and the quality of the wait staff. We started with the calimari, which Iorio was voted as best in the city, and it lives up to its reputation. I ordered the chefs special and was very pleased as it was cooked to perfection, and the presentation of the meal was done nicely. My wife ordered a pasta dish, as all the pasta is made fresh daily, and it pleases as such. We followed with the desert tray, and the flourless chocolate cake was superb. The cost to dine at Iorio is more than reasonable for the fare, and a rare find compared to Chicago restaurants of the same caliber. The portions were generous enough to please this fat Italian. I more than look forward to our next visit to Iorio. Pros: Great Food and Staff Cons: only one location more

Iorio impressed and pleased this Italian 5/28/2008

While visiting Portland last weekend with our son's family from Chicago we ate at Iorio. We were very pleased that we chose this restaurant because the menu's offerings and the quality of the wait staff. We started with the calimari, which Iorio was voted as best in the city, and it lives up to its reputation. I ordered the chefs special and was very pleased as it was cooked to perfection, and the presentation of the meal was done nicely. My wife ordered a pasta dish, as all the pasta is made fresh daily, and it pleases as such. We followed with the desert tray, and the flourless chocolate cake was superb. The cost to dine at Iorio is more than reasonable for the fare, and a rare find compared to Chicago restaurants of the same caliber. The portions were generous enough to please this fat Italian. I more than look forward to our next visit to Iorio. Pros: Great Food and Staff Cons: only one location more

Iorio impressed and pleased this Italian 5/27/2008

While visiting Portland last weekend with our son's family from Chicago we ate at Iorio. We were very pleased that we chose this restaurant because the menu's offerings and the quality of the wait staff. We started with the calimari, which Iorio was voted as best in the city, and it lives up to its reputation. I ordered the chefs special and was very pleased as it was cooked to perfection, and the presentation of the meal was done nicely. My wife ordered a pasta dish, as all the pasta is made fresh daily, and it pleases as such. We followed with the desert tray, and the flourless chocolate cake was superb. The cost to dine at Iorio is more than reasonable for the fare, and a rare find compared to Chicago restaurants of the same caliber. The portions were generous enough to please this fat Italian. I more than look forward to our next visit to Iorio. Pros: Great Food and Staff Cons: only one location more
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Owner Message
  • Renowned for elegant meals with reasonable prices, this family friendly Italian dining spot tucked away in SE uses organic and locally-grown produce and sustainable meats.

    Named Portland's "People's Choice Chef" 2010, Chef Chris Thompson offers NW seasonal seafood favorites such as Oregon Razor clams, and mouth watering cornmeal crusted calamari.

Additional information
  • Hours: Wed-Sun: 5pm-9pm
  • Payments: Master Card, Discover, Visa, American Express
  • Neighborhoods: Southeast Uplift Neighborhood Program, Hosford - Abernethy
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