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Paciarino

Welcome to Paciarino, an authentic Italian dining experience where fresh pastas and sauces are made daily. Paciarino was opened in December of 2008 by Fabiana De Savino and Enrico Barbiero. They decided to move their family from Milano to Maine to start a new chapter in their lives and to bring authentic Italian cuisine to the Old Port. Since their opening they have been written up in the Boston Globe, The Phoenix, Portland Magazine, and numerous online periodicals all raving about the Paciarino dining experience. Fabiana and Enrico would like to invite you to stop by 468 Fore Street in Portland so you can experience it for yourself. Come in to sit and eat in the restaurant or just take some to go! A Presto!
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176 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
(176 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 176 reviews
5 stars
(95)
4 stars
(64)
3 stars
(13)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(2)
Food 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Service 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(106)
  • neighborhood gem(90)
  • special occasion(65)
  • notable wine list(51)
  • romantic(47)
  • great for lunch(19)
Paciarino Reviews List
Review 1 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/16/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Food is always great. staff is pleasant, great place"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The best pasta

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"We eat at Paciarino every time we are up in Portland. It is one of our favorite pasta restaurant. The staff is friendly, and the small wine list is reasonable, and goes perfectly with the meals. I would highly recommend this charming restaurant."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Eating in Maine, what it should be!

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This restaurant is a wonderful tribute to Italian homemade dishes! Table service was excellent, personalized and attentive throughout the meal. The quality of every dish was also excellent, appropriate sized portions, and an excellent matched wine."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 4 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Delicious, simple food

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Basic pastas, specials such as seafood ravioli, and wholesome salads were a delight."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A little bit of Umbria in your life

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I visited Umbria two summers ago and this was very much like those dining experiiences. The kitchen is in view and the experience is high quality food seved on Italian pottry in a someahat sparce setting. Great reasonable wine list, cocsisting of smaller less known vineyards enhanced the meal."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 6 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Unfortunately, our experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Unfortunately, our experience wasn't quite as great as it has been. There were 2 bottles of wine that we chose that they were out of. And they were out of meatballs which doesn't sound like a problem but that is the only meat in the menu. We were there to celebrate our sons birthday and they also were out of the dessert he requested. The food was still excellent but for the first of our 5 times dining there, we left disappointed."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2012
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Review 7 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As visitors to Portland, we

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"As visitors to Portland, we went to Paciarino on the advice of friends, and were not disappointed. We ate there twice, in fact, because the food and wine were excellent and the informal setting suited our casual mood. At both meals the service was attentive but not intrusive and the servers' advice was perfect."
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

My fiancée and I had a great

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My fiancée and I had a great experience at Paciarino, one of the best dining experiences I have had in a long time. I had a special, the four-meat ravioli, and it was the best ravioli I have ever had and one of the best meals I have had in recent memory. My fiancée had the goat cheese ravioli. She said it was good but was not quite as enthusiastic as I was. We shared the caprese appetizer, which was also quite good, as was the bread. The restaurant has a casual atmosphere, at least more casual than we expected. Our server was great. We will definitely be back."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

If you like home made pasta,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"If you like home made pasta, than this is the place. Excellent ravioli and spaghetti with bolagnase sauce. Good salads and cheese plate.
But, there is only pasta dishes for the main course, so if you are not a pasta lover this is not for you."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 10 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We arrived on time for our

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We arrived on time for our reservation, but they appeared to be a bit backed up and had to wait for about fifteen to twenty minutes. The hostess offered us glasses of wine on the house. Great food, worth the wait!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect place for families

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Perfect place for families who enjoy good food, it was delicious. The waitstaff was beyond friendly and knowledgeable. We will go back!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Portlands own taste if Little Itlay

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"This was our fourth visit to Paciarino. The food is outstanding every time. Because of our Italian heritage, we are especially critical of the preparation and execution of menu items claiming to be Italian. Paciarino matches the flavors of Little Itlay of both Boston and New York. Highly recommended for Italian cuisine the way it should be prepared."
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 13 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I've now dined at this restaurant

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I've now dined at this restaurant 3 times and have yet to have a sub-par experience. The salami and pecorino appetizer platter is amazing and any of the specialty ravioli more than fit the bill. Great joint!"
Dined on 04/11/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 14 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Paciarino is an unsung hero

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Paciarino is an unsung hero of a terrific food neighborhood. As accessible to the Old Port as many heralded Portland restaurants but quiet, delicious, and very layed-back."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 15 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very attentive service, allowing

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very attentive service, allowing us to linger and enjoy our conversation and meal. The server was knowledgeable about the menu and the wine list. And the wine list was fantastic, with a long list of choices with reasonable prices, as well as a shorter list of special selections, also priced very nicely. We picked from that list, after getting complementary tastes, and the wines were excellent. Last, but not least, the meal was delicious."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 16 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

My second visit to Paciarino

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"My second visit to Paciarino and was just as pleased with this visit. The food is delicious and very authentic Italian. Specials were original. Great dinner. Felt a little rushed but know that there is a desire to move guests through to allow others to enjoy."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 17 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Pasta entrees only -- very

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pasta entrees only -- very delicious and authentic. Good wine list with reasonable prices."
Dined on 04/11/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Pasta and sauces bland. However,

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pasta and sauces bland. However, the cheese plate was excellent."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2007
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Review 19 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Paciarino is my favorite Italian

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Paciarino is my favorite Italian restaurant in town. I would describe it as upscale casual. They specialize in homemade pastas, sauces, and simple Italian preparations. This is a place that stands on the merits of perfectly executed food paired with wise wine choices over any trendy fad. The ambiance is quaint, open, and nice. The servers are always nice and knowledgeable. It is the type of restaurant Harding Lee Smith wants to create, but doesn't have the palette to pull off. No hype, just quality food."
Dined on 04/10/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best italian Restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"This is the best Italian restaurant I have been to outside of Italy (many visits over the years). The food is perfect: authentic, fresh, prepared with love. The staff really knows what they are doing; they can give you great recommendations. The wine list is wonderful. Reservations, which is recommended, can be done online."
Dined on 04/10/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing Italian pasta - authentic!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Amazing Italian pasta - authentic!"
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2012
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 22 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was great. Ambiance was

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Energetic
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"Food was great. Ambiance was lovely. My only beef was with the note on the table about needing to vacate in 90 minutes. That works if food is served in a timely manner -- which seems a little hard with your approach to great food. I was embarrassed because it really irked my friend's husband -- and I was the one who chose the place. It kind of put a damper on the evening. We had three courses and felt silly as time ticked by and we knew we were expected to leave. I loved the food, but would think twice with that scolding note on the table...I would recommend the food any day -- with a warning to diners about the silly note they may find on their table."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2010
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Review 23 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The bread was really hard.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"The bread was really hard. The home made pasta was good but the sause had a funky taste to it. For an appitizer and 2 meals it was over $50. The food wasnt really worth that much."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2013
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Review 24 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

really excellent. very simple

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"really excellent. very simple menu.. very delicious. excellent service. really really good."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 25 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

A charming place. We enjoyed

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"A charming place. We enjoyed the evening. The wine, selected from their recommended list, was excellent. The mozzarella di buffala appetizer was wonderful! The pasta itself was a perfect al dente. The tomato based sauce overpowered the seafood ravioli and the oil,garlic,pepper pasts lacked flavor. We might go again to try something else on the menu."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 26 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

They actually didn't have

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"They actually didn't have a table for us so we sat at the counter. The food and service were good but I am in no hurry to go back. Didn't quite live up to my expectations."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2013
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Review 27 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful, authentic, homemade

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Wonderful, authentic, homemade Italian. Yum."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 28 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Consistent

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"I have been eating at this restaurant since it opened. The food is consistently good but as they have become much more popular through various promotions in the past year some of the attention to small details has diminished. The cost of success I suppose and that will certainly not prevent me from returning again and again...and again."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 29 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had a great dinner! Reservation

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a great dinner! Reservation recommended."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

excellent fresh pasta dishes;

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Energetic
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"excellent fresh pasta dishes; classic with wonderful sauces and layers of flavor. Nice wines to pair with and the service was wonderful; nice personalities and friendly banter, even on a very busy night. (something not often seen in the Old Port resturants where an air of arrogance seems to be typical in so many places). Very nice people in Paciarinos serving really good food!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 31 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always so tasty! Fresh and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always so tasty! Fresh and satisfying!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 32 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

My wife and I have been there

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"My wife and I have been there twice now it it is outstanding great wine selection we tryed the Negroamaro copertino reserva 2005 wow... good as it gets for 30$ thanks"
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was excellent and

Food 
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(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"The food was excellent and the service was great!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A consistent gem

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Consistently good food with great specials, always fabulous service, not too loud - a great local restaurant"
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 35 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Average

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Average. If we were in the neighborhood and looking for Italian food we might stop in again, but we wouldn't make a specific trip. The food was like you would find in any good Italian restaurant, but with less choices. It has a limited menu. The food came warm (like it had been sitting under a heat lamp for awhile) and the service was poor. We stood by the front desk for a good 5 minutes before anyone acknowledged us (then it was a waitress that asked if we had been helped) and at one point I sat for 15 minutes with an empty wine glass before our waitress came around to ask if I wanted another. Not the end of the world, but the place only has 20 or so tables. Seemed disorganized."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2012
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Review 36 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best pasta in Portland

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"The pasta and sauces are all made on premises and are fantastic. It is consistently good, never disappoints."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A Portland Favorite

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Can always count for Paciarino for a delicious meal. You can taste the difference in their freshly homemade pastas. Had the special, the pesto ravioli, which was outstanding. And the restaurant itself has the most darling ambiance; perfectly homey but not too cutesy. I've been many times and will be back many times again!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Six of us had a very nice

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Six of us had a very nice dinner this past week. I would go for a later seating if you want to relax a while as it's very busy early on. We arrived at 6:30 and were able to stay past 9 without feeling rushed out. Great server who was up on the wine list and we all had great meals."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent Italian food- friendly,kn

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent Italian food- friendly,knowledgeable staff- most tables have intimate dining"
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2009
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This place is great. The food is simple but somehow trancendant. Our waitress was so lovely.the pace and style are Italian, the menu is limited but they make everything on it to perfection. Don't expect to get in get seated get out. It's meant to be relaxed, enjoy."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Short but very strong menu.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Short but very strong menu. Very pleased with the specials - a pesto ravioli and a seafood ravioli. Excellent service."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 42 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Slow and rude service, very

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
"Slow and rude service, very limited food options"
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2013
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Review 43 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fresh pasta in an inviting atmosphe

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Fresh, homemade, authentic Italian pasta in an inviting atmosphere. Small and cozy but big enough space that it does not feel crowded or noisy. The food bursts with wonderful flavor. If you like fresh pasta at its best, this is definitely the place for you. And, the prices are moderate and reasonable for a night dining out."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 44 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Nearly Heaven!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"From antipasti(salami/cheese plate) to I Nostri Dolci (Boccondivino) - everything outrageously good! Nothing else needs to be said."
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 45 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful experience and well

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful experience and well worth a return visit!
Thanks!
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Dined on 03/12/2013
 2013
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Review 46 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was absolutely amazing.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food was absolutely amazing. Full of flavor. Service was superb. Small restaurant gave it a cozy feeling. Simply decorated. Looking forward to going back. Recommend it highly."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 47 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was wonderful, our

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was wonderful, our server very knowledgeable and friendly. The prices were good."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 48 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic lasagna and ambiance

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Amazing. I am 72 years old and the lasagna was the lightest I have ever had in my life. It vaporizes in your mouth."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 49 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Delicous food in a charming

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Delicous food in a charming environment"
Dined on 03/07/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 50 for Paciarino
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

It was ok, I would probably

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It was ok, I would probably give it another try at some point. The capresse salad was really good but my pasta dish was unimpressive. If your not a wine drinker then your options for a beverage with alcohol are very limited."
Dined on 03/06/2013
 2012
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