Tartuca

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   Amanda

   Pittsburgh

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   I had dinner at Tartuca during a long weekend visit. It was walking distance from my Air BnB and I always appreciate a small, well-designed menu, so I booked a reservation. I was sat at the bar, where you can watch as your food is prepared. As a solo diner, this was a nice form of entertainment to accompany my meal. I ordered focaccia, the farm greens salad, the farro risotto, a cocktail, and a glass of wine. The portions were enormous and could probably be 1/3 smaller for the price (at least based on other restaurants I've visited), and despite the name of the restaurant ("tartuca" means "turtle"), the food and service were quick. Everything was delicious and had a great balance of flavor and texture. The wine my server recommended was a great match for my entree. I was way too full to manage dessert, but enjoyed the post-meal conversations I had with the cooks. Overall, this was a great dinner spot and a wonderful way to finish off my visit to Portland.
   

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   Valerie

   VIP

   Portland

   15 reviews

   4.0

   15 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Server was wonderful! The room we were put in was closed off from rest of restaurant so we felt pretty isolated and it was extremely quiet with the two other tables seated there so it felt like they could hear all of our conversations. Needed music or something? Food was excellent .
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Portland

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Love the vibe and ability to see the kitchen. Food and as very tasty and delicious. We will go back to try some of the other dishes. We had to start with the homemade pasta. So good
   

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   Ms.

   Portland

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Extremely welcoming and attentive service. Everything on the menu sounded amazing so the tough part is deciding your order. We will definitely be back.
   

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   Debbie

   Portland

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great menu. Quite a few NA choices. The food and atmosphere were perfect for a date night.
   

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   John

   Portland

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on February 21, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   First time visit:). The food was amazing - homemade focaccia bread, lasagna, bolognese enjoyed with yummy red and white wines by the glass. Our server was super helpful answering questions and attentive when needed. It’s a small and intimate location- best for couples. The three of us sat in a back extension which wasn’t the cutest ambiance- and super LOUD although improved once a rambunctious group of four left. Again the food was exceptional and service stellar - we highly recommend.
   

   TartucaResponded on February 21, 2025

   Thank you so much for dining with us, John and taking the time to review us! Glad we made a great first impression.
   

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   blair

   San Francisco

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on February 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The staff were very friendly and accommodating. We had changed our reservation last minute to add 2 guests one top of the existing 4 plus a baby, and it worked out perfectly. All of our meals and were delicious. Most of us ordered the crab truffle bucatini and steak. Everyone shared with their partners so we all got to have a pasta and secondi. The burratta and bread starter is a must order. It was a perfect evening and I am so appreciative of the staff who were so kind and helpful.
   

   TartucaResponded on February 21, 2025

   Thank you so much for all these kind words, Blair. It was lovely hosting your group.
   

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   tariq

   Portland

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Huge shoutout to you guys for making my Valentine’s Day perfect! Jeff is one outstanding individual and couldn’t be happier to have spent my date night with my fiancé here. Amazing ambience and stellar food! Always going to be back at this Portland staple!
   

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   Matt

   Portland

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great experience, we just wish there were more pasta options (especially without seafood), still a wonderful restaurant!
   

   TartucaResponded on February 21, 2025

   Thank you for your feedback, Matt! We are constantly looking to improve our menu offerings, and this perspective gives us great direction. Looking forward to serving you again in the future!
   

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    James

    Kansas City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Food was excellent and service was great, even with a short staff due to the snow storm. Will definitely be back.
    

    TartucaResponded on February 21, 2025

    Thank you, James! It was a pleasure to serve you and we can't wait to see you again!
    

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