The Rose Quarter is a complex of entertainment venues located in the heart of Portland, Oregon. Featuring the Rose Garden and the Memorial Colisseum, the Rose Quarter hosts numerous events throughout the year, such as live concerts, conventions and professional sporting events like the Portland Trail Blazers NBA basketball. Visitors to the Rose Quarter can find a variety of dining options within less than five miles away, including both casual and upscale Italian restaurants.
Il Piatto is on Southeast Akeny Street, less than three miles from the Rose Quarter. The menu begins with 11 appetizers, such as the Italian bread salad, a warm dish made from radicchio, Gorgonzola cheese, cucumbers, onions, fresh basil, balsamic vinegar and olive oil. A signature pasta dish is the house-made gnocchi in a tomato and white wine sauce with herb butter. A featured dinner, the rabbit is simmered in a red wine sauce with orange juice and then served with raisins and prosciutto atop polenta. The wine list features around 35 selections, the majority of which are Italian imports. Il Piatto serves lunch Tuesdays through Fridays and dinner nightly. Reservations are suggested and accepted online and by phone. Casual attire is acceptable. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available.
Il Piatto
2348 Southeast Ankeny St.
Portland, OR 97214
503-236-4997
ilpiattopdx.com
La Buca Italian Cafe is on Northeast 28th Avenue, around two and a half miles from the Rose Quarter. To start the meal, diners can choose from one of three types of bruschetta, such as the caprese, topped with tomatoes, basil and mozzarella cheese. Seafood lovers may opt for the salmone ubriaco, poached in vodka and cream and then tossed with scallions and spaghetti. For poultry, the chicken Marsala, which comes with mashed potatoes. The restaurant has a full bar and specializes in cocktails like the grapefruit margarita. La Buca Italian Cafe serves lunch Mondays through Fridays and dinner nightly. Reservations are not required. Casual attire is the norm. A children's menu is available.
La Buca Italian Cafe
40 NE 28th Ave.
Portland, OR 97232
503-238-1058
labucaitaliancafe.com
Pastini Pastaria is on Southwest Taylor Street, about one mile from the Rose Quarter. Ten appetizers lead the menu, such as the shrimp scampi served with ciabatta bread or the baked meatballs with mozzarella cheese. A featured pasta dish is the orecchiete ear-shaped pasta with Italian sausage, arugula and broccolini. More than 30 pasta dishes are available in all as well as sandwiches and entree salads. The restaurant has a full bar and serves imported Italian sodas. Pastini Pastaria serves lunch Mondays through Saturdays and dinner nightly. Reservations are not taken. Casual attire is appropriate. Gluten-free pasta is available. The restaurant features a children's menu.
Pastini Pastaria
911 Southwest Taylor
Portland, OR 97205
503-863-5188
pastini.net
