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Solo Italiano, Portland, ME

Solo Italiano

4.7
4.7
2659 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
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Solo Italiano

4.7
$31 to $50
Italian
Portland

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
We currently offer in-house dining Tuesday through Sunday from 4:30-10:00pm (last dinner seating is at 9:30). Takeout is no longer available at this time. Patio dining is available Memorial Day weekend through September and always subject to weather. Please call us directly to reserve a patio table, but keep in mind that of the six 4-tops available outside, three are kept for walk-ins only.

Our restaurant features Paolo Laboa, international chef from Genova, Italy. His menu consists of simple, flavorful and authentic Northern Italian cuisine. This includes handmade pasta, crudo (raw fish), fresh pizza and an all-Italian wine list. Ingredients are sourced locally, from various Maine farms and from the Gulf of Maine, whenever possible.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (207) 780-0227
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Paolo Laboa
  • Private party facilities
    Please visit our website and the reservations tab for large party options and details.
  • Neighborhood
    Portland
  • Cross street
    Harbor St or Pearl St.
  • Parking details
    Paid parking is also available in DiMillos parking lot a block and a half away. Please keep in mind, street parking is free on Sundays and after 6pm every other day!
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,659 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maine

    Great for fine wines

  • Maine

    Most Booked

  • Greater Portland

    Best Service

  • Greater Portland

    Innovative

  • Greater Portland

    Good for groups

  • Greater Portland

    Hot spot

  • Greater Portland

    Great for fine wines

  • Greater Portland

    Romantic

  • Greater Portland

    Good for special occasions

  • Greater Portland

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Solo Italiano offers an exceptional dining experience with authentic Northern Italian cuisine. Known for its "spectacular pasta dishes" and "delicious focaccia," the restaurant boasts a vibrant atmosphere and attentive service. Despite some noting smaller portions, the "superb quality" of food and "intuitive service" make it a top choice for special occasions in Portland.

2,659 Reviews
  1. Robert

    Maine

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Nicely decorated, nice atmosphere Food was very good....price for apps outrageously expensive. Should have been clued in when i first opened the menu and a bold 2% service charge note hit me stating it was automatically added to our bill for oil, bread and water..Seemed like a petty move. Left a sour taste even before ordering. Not worth the price....

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  2. christopher

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very tasty and perfectly portioned. Burrata and prosciutto on focaccia app was awesome! Halibut filet was a bit on the small side, but perfectly done. Wife had meat ravioli with truffle and delicious! Would definitely go back!

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  3. Ann

    Maine

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Solo Italiano is amazing! The food was amazing and well prepared in true Italy fashion. Our server Sydret (Suedray) was very professional and amazing. Ambiance was wonderful. I highly recommend this restaurant and will go again.

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  4. Robert

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was great but prices were very high and entree portion size was very small

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  5. John

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food. Great flavor. The portions are just a little small for some but perfect for those that do not want too much

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  6. Lynn

    Greater Boston

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Still the best restaurant in Portland, Maine! Amazing food and friendly people! I love everything about this restaurant! Always an enjoyable evening!

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  7. Suzanne

    Greater Boston

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pastas were exquisite. We shared three and they were all special

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  8. Maria

    Omaha

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Exceptional food! Everything is prepared with attention to detail, well-sourced, top quality ingredients, and a lot of love and imagination. The menu features northern Italian regional dishes, so there are many items that won't be found at other Italian restaurants in town (or, frankly, most Italian places in Boston, either). The servers are knowledgable and they actually pay attention to what you want -- they are able to give you some space to linger over your meal or to help you zip out the door on time for your next thing, if needed. I'm looking forward to returning frequently to explore the menu and the wine list.

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  9. Mark

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Was looking forward to trying this spot in the old port of Portland, but was really disappointed in the food. Tuna tartare was overwhelmed by the beets and an unappetizing salsa verde. The focaccia with prosciutto and burrata was desperate for some balsamic or some sweetness added. The beet salad had an overpowering gorgonzala cheese with beets that were right out of the refrigerator and far too firm. The pasta sheets with the popular pesto was the star of the night. Simple but packed flavor from a pesto made with the right ingredients. The cannolis for desert advertised cherries and there was a single halved cherry on each end which again disappointed but that seemed to be the theme for the night.

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  10. Brian

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome. Great food and remarkable wine list. Fun atmosphere and knowledgeable wait staff.

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Solo Italiano is rated 4.7 stars by 2659 OpenTable diners.

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A photo of Solo Italiano restaurant

Solo Italiano

4.7
$31 to $50
Italian
Portland

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Google Map for Solo Italiano

100 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Harbor St or Pearl St.
  • Neighborhood
    Portland
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Paid parking is also available in DiMillos parking lot a block and a half away. Please keep in mind, street parking is free on Sundays and after 6pm every other day!
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Paolo Laboa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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