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Nostrana

Portland · Inner SE

Nostrana

#13 in PortlandItalian$$

Awards

4.5

What People Are Saying

“Nostrana has been on my list for a while. What a lovely experience. It's that elegant, thoughtful neighborhood place—a quiet achiever with plenty of awards. From the bread and olive oil to the wine pairings and pasta, everything was delightful. The...”

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Sharyn Inzunza

3 months ago

Google Reviews

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Here is Oregon

Here are the 5 best pasta restaurants in the Portland area: 2026 Readers Choice Awards

Here is Oregon · today

OregonLive.com

Chef Cathy Whims on the secret behind Nostrana’s 20-year success in Portland (Q&A)

OregonLive.com · 6 months ago

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HRL Ranking

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Cathy Whims

Cathy Whims

Head Chef

Cathy Whims is the chef behind Nostrana, Portland's celebrated Italian restaurant. She has guided the restaurant to over 20 years of success and is recognized for her commitment to authentic Italian cuisine and wood-fired cooking.

Strozzapreti beef and pork ragù

Strozzapreti beef and pork ragù

Signature Dish

A handcrafted pasta dish praised for its harmonious balance of meat, sauce, and texture, highlighted as a standout in recent reader and guest reviews.