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Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Authentic regional Italian cuisine. Serving local, organic, and sustainable.
Full service drink menu including house cocktails, 14 draught beers, and a selection of Italian and local wines.
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Full service drink menu including house cocktails, 14 draught beers, and a selection of Italian and local wines.
115 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 115 reviews
5 stars
(51)
4 stars
(52)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(66)
- neighborhood gem(65)
- special occasion(40)
- romantic(31)
- good for groups(19)
- notable wine list(18)
Gilda's Italian Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Hidden Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've tried Gilda's a couple of times now, so we know the great food and friendly, efficient service is no fluke. On our last visit, we ordered from the specials. I'm not usually a big fan of halibut, as often it's served by many places as a fish dish to those who don't really like the taste of fish. (Translation: A dried out hunk of white fish that's suppose to taste like 'chicken' "). But since I've been working on my weight, I thought I'd try their halibut special.It was incredible!!! Probably the best I ever had. Moist, perfectly cooked, full of flavor, and the vegetable garnish was equally great. Veg was sauteed just right and served with the most interesting use of capers in the sauce. Truly a remarkable plate of flavor."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Italian! The halibut is the best I've ever had. D-lish!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful food, great atmosphere
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food at Gilda's is really fantastic. The table ordered the pappardelle with wild boar, tagliatelle bolognese, and special for the night--halibut picatta. All of the food was wonderful. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, the wild boar ragu had great flavor, and wasn't too gamey tasting. The halibut picatta seemed like an odd combination when we ordered it, but the halibut was wonderful and the lemon caper sauce did not overpower it's flavor, but complimented it very well. The service was a little slow, but we were in no rush so it wasn't much of a problem. Our server seemed like they may have been new so that could have had something to do with it. Overall great restaurant, and we will definitely be going back!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very nice atmosphere. Nice place to go with friends to visit--not too noisy. Good food"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
everything's great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my second time at Gilda's and I plan to go back many times."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fabulous food, attentive service, diverse and creative menu. This is a wonderful restaurant."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place for a pre-theater
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Great place for a pre-theater dinner."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
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Review 8 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yummy halibut!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great fresh halibut piccata! Mouth watering, worthy of return visits. We came back 3 times in 2 weeks."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Fish special left much to
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fish special left much to be desired."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2007
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Review 10 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great neighborhood restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband had the wild boar ragu and he thought it was excellent. My daughter had the risotta and loved it. I had the crab pasta and it was good though not great. The appetizers were fantastic. Great service. We would go back."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Paper on the tables--so tacky! Cou
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Paper on the tables--so tacky!
Couldn't get the waitress' attention for anything. When she did come by, she was so quick that I couldn't actually ask her any questions.
Food was so-so, probably should have gone to Olive Garden for half the price and better food. Would've liked fresh cheese on the meatballs. Baked cheese appetizer was fantastic, but otherwise things sounded better than they actually were."
Couldn't get the waitress' attention for anything. When she did come by, she was so quick that I couldn't actually ask her any questions.
Food was so-so, probably should have gone to Olive Garden for half the price and better food. Would've liked fresh cheese on the meatballs. Baked cheese appetizer was fantastic, but otherwise things sounded better than they actually were."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 12 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We brought first time diners
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We brought first time diners to share with us before the theater and they were thrilled and we were pleased to see Gilda's at its best. i have sampled most of the menu so usually have the special. I now recommend those and select them as special attention always makes those a delicious choice.
Marco, the owner, came to our table to see how we all were enjoying our meal. Emilio, head waiter, was his always gracious self.
Another pleasant dining experience."
Marco, the owner, came to our table to see how we all were enjoying our meal. Emilio, head waiter, was his always gracious self.
Another pleasant dining experience."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fabulous dinner! Glorious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fabulous dinner! Glorious halibut cooked to perfection and outstanding veal marsala!!!!
Will go back again and again.Great neighborhood spot, cozy atmosphere with a terrific
chef/owner!"
Will go back again and again.Great neighborhood spot, cozy atmosphere with a terrific
chef/owner!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Gilda's doesn't sound Italian, but
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was exceptional, as was our server, Selena. She was extremely knowledgeable about the preparation of dishes, allowing my wife to make some requests for variations in seasoning. The food reminded us of what we ate in Rome a few years ago. In particular, my wife's Chicken Saltimbocca was about as good is possible. My pappardelle with duck ragu was delicious and lightly sauced in the true Italian style, not drenched with sauce in the American style. Prices for wine by the glass were exceptionally reasonable for the Downtown/Pearl/NW 21st/23rd area. A thoroughly enjoyable meal."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 15 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were there for pre-theater.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were there for pre-theater. Excellent food. The entree, a fish, was just right. The side veggies were perfection. We had cocktails rather than wine, but the wine list seemed reasonable. The reservation process was painless."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 16 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Perfect for the theater.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We really like going before a play at ART, though many others do as well . . . so be sure to leave enough time to enjoy the meal. We both had pasta dishes and enjoyed it a lot. They also have a full bar and offer some interesting cocktails."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have eaten here several
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have eaten here several times and it is always excellent. We dined Saturday night (4-13-13) with friends we originally introduced to Gilda's and brought a new friend with us. We all had a great meal and the service as always was spot on. We will be back soon."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 18 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
wfrequent visits.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great, authentic Italian food. We liked it so much that we came back 2 days later."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful restaurant, attentive
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful restaurant, attentive but not intrusive waitstaff. Everyone smiled, including kitchen staff. Food very good, expertly prepared and served with appropriate time between courses.
Good restaurant that we will visit again."
Good restaurant that we will visit again."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great spot for before a play
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great spot for before a play at Artist's Rep or an event at the Stadium... Good food, friendly, prompt service, nice ambiance"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Perfect for before the theater
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Perfect for before the theater ( next door to the Portland's Artist Repertory Theater) dinner. Service was good, waiter friendly. We had excellent seafood choices. Would return."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 22 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was wonderful. Our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was wonderful. Our table was ready when we walked in. The service was great! The owner stopped by to check on our meal. Overall, a great experience."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 23 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding meatballs and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Outstanding meatballs and spagetti. My wife had the halibut picada which she thought was great. She says Gildas has the best ceasar salad in Portland. We are consistently pleased wit Gildas and go there often."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 24 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We wanted a new Italian restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We wanted a new Italian restaurant experience while entertaining out of town guests and chose Gilda's. We ordered three lasagne specials and the boar fettuccini with a bottle of red wine. After an hour of waiting our waitress tells us it will be just bit longer. Nonetheless, the meal arrived. However, the 3 lasagna specials were luke warm with a bit of coolness in the middle - edible and tasty nonetheless. Upon paying our bill I mentioned this to our waitress and she tells us the reason we waited so long for our meal was because they baked the wrong order and chef miscommunication. We were credited the 3 meals which I appreciate but, would have preferred a better experience. This restaurant is NOT a repeat visit for us..."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
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Review 25 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our first visit to Gilda's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our first visit to Gilda's and it was a very nice one. We dined prior to attending a play at ART. The ambiance is nicely warm and inviting. We were seated immediately (and it appeared that having a reservation was a must). While our course selections were not exceptional, all were nicely prepared, quite flavorful, none disappointing. A bit of an oddity for a restaurant of this quality, one has to ask for cracked pepper -- and wait some time for it to arrive. The wine list is limited, but what is available is very reasonably priced. A 15$ corkage fee is reasonable for the BYOW diner. Overall, high marks for our visit, we will return."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent place to go before
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent place to go before attending a play at the Artists Rep Theatre across the stree."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food and service!!! The best chicken risotto I have ever had!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 29 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love this place!!! Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love this place!!! Excellent food!! Super friendly staff! Both the caesar and the pear salads were excellent. The pasta is homemade and yummy!! Even the oil for dipping bread was exceptional."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2012
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Review 30 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Chef/Owner wit an attitude
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Chef/Owner with an Attitude
We’ve eaten at Gilda’s several times and were always happy with the food and service. Not so on Friday March 15th. We had a reservation for 5:30, made through Open Table, and requested to be checked out by 7 PM to make it to the theater. We were the second table seated and ordered two salads and two main dishes. As we waited for our salads we noticed that patrons who had arrived after us got appetizers and salads. The couple next to us, who arrived about 10 -15 minutes after us, got their salad almost immediately after ordering. We asked our waitress what was going on and she replied that she had put our salad order in at the earliest opportunity and would check. A few minutes later she brought our salads."
We’ve eaten at Gilda’s several times and were always happy with the food and service. Not so on Friday March 15th. We had a reservation for 5:30, made through Open Table, and requested to be checked out by 7 PM to make it to the theater. We were the second table seated and ordered two salads and two main dishes. As we waited for our salads we noticed that patrons who had arrived after us got appetizers and salads. The couple next to us, who arrived about 10 -15 minutes after us, got their salad almost immediately after ordering. We asked our waitress what was going on and she replied that she had put our salad order in at the earliest opportunity and would check. A few minutes later she brought our salads."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2006
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Review 31 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
perfect for a dinner and theater
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"perfect for a dinner and theater date as it is directly across the street from Artist Repertory Theater."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 32 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Give your review a title (optional)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was my second visit to Gilda's.I would definitely return and recommend it to others.The service was friendly and attentive.The food was delicious and of good quality.I don't know it is 'fit for foodies' because "foodies" can be soo hyper critical.We were impressed how even the chef thanked us as we left."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The cesear salad is, according
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The cesear salad is, according to my wife, the best in Portland. The veal marsala and the spagetti and meatballs were ecellent as always. A great spot if you like good italian food."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 34 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service!!!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food and service!!!!!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 35 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Still the favorite Italian place
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They are really doing a great job a Gilda's. They have started making cocktails, and they are very good. My wife had the mista salad, and I had a delicious white bean soup as appetizers. We both ordered the spaghetti & meatballs, which did not disappoint. They were very busy, which is a great sign."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Must try
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Best Caesar salad in the city (if you are a garlic aficionado like me). Homemade pasta was cooked perfectly. Salty spicy meatballs. Delicious arugula pesto on king salmon. This is one of my new favorites in the city. Service was outstanding. In the restaurant there was a somewhat partitioned off area where a group of 15-20 could gather. Thinking about this for my next bday party."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everyone in our party loved
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everyone in our party loved their dinner. The Wild Boar pasta reminds me of dining in Cortona."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Home Run At Our First At Bat!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our first time to Gilda's, based on Open Table reviews. They did not disappoint (the reviews or the restaurant). My wife and I shared a caeser salad and my son and his significant other shared the antipasto, which they liked immensely. On to dinner. I had Tagliatelle with home made sausage (excellent), my wife had risotto w/fungi (outstanding) and the other two dinners of a pasta variety that I can't recall were also superb. On to dessert: one chocolate cake w/raspberries, one tirimisu and one bread pudding. All to die for. We finisished things off with coffee and capucinos. BTY, we stuck with the house red, a Sangioviese, that worked well and didn't break the bank."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent Italian find
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very nice, pretty authentic Italian. The decor could use some work and the place is pretty small, but the food and the service were great. Definitely in the top tier of Italian restaurants in Portland. The Saltimbocca, the special Tagliatelle with sausage and Spaghetti and meatballs were excellent. We will definitely return"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We always enjoy Gilda's.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We always enjoy Gilda's. There is nice ambiance, good service, good food, and good value for the price.
What more can I say."
What more can I say."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2009
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Review 41 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The salmon special was the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The salmon special was the best tasting I have ever had.Chef Marco always works very hard to have a different dish so you always feel like a new restaurant. Service first class and you feel like family when you dine. again thanks. Chef Marco"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 42 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My third time at Gilda's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always consistent. Pleasant atmosphere and you can visit with your guest and be able to converse. Arancini is wonderful and not something you find at other places. I had the Pappardelle with Wild Boar and very tasty. Service friendly and spot on. I'll be back."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 43 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a drink in the bar first and then checked in for dinner. When they aren't real busy you can get the restaurant menu in the bar but otherwise I think they do have a bar menu because we saw some sliders being delivered. They were really busy, even for a Sunday so reservations are definitely and must. The food was fabulous and the staff was attentive and professional. We had the house red wine which was great. We will go again and hope to make it for lunch soon."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was really good but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was really good but the service was a little slow."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2006
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Review 45 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always a wonderful dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Always a wonderful dinner here! Their fish specials are the best!! We wanted to lick our plates! Veal Marsala divine too!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Gilda's is just a gem of a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Gilda's is just a gem of a place-cozy and quiet and the food is fabulous...Italian-way beyond the ordinary US fare! There is a non-rushed atmosphere where you can have intimate conversation or, if you want, talk with the folks at the next table! The wine list is extraordinary and the food divine. The staff is attentive but not to excess. And the location is right across from the Artist's Rep Theater-so we always come for a delicious meal before the play and our taste buds dance well into the first act! The experience is consistent and always makes the evening a special event!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had another great dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had another great dinner at Gildas on Valentines Day. Although it was busy the service was still excellent and the food very good. The house wines were also excellent. The food was hot and well prepared. The new bar area in the lower section is very nice and a great place to stop by for a casual refreshment."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We go Gildas regularily and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We go Gildas regularily and the food and service are consistently good. They serve more traditional italian dishes. A good place."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 49 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice Neighborhood Italian spot!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had walked by this restaurant several times since it opened a while back and made mental notes "I should go in there" but it wasn't until I was scouting restaurants for Valentine's Day on OpenTable that I saw it and thought "ok! I'm going to finally eat there!" My husband and I went there for Valentines Day and it was very enjoyable; since we are vegetarian we had one of the evening specials which was manacotti with ricotta and spinach. It was delicious and creamy and between that and splitting the eggplant salad we had a great meal."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 50 for Gilda's Italian Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great romantic spot
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I went here on our first date as well as our second wedding anniversary and valentines day. We had reservations twice and each time the service was exceptional. the food was great."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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