Ristorante DiPompello is a rare find in these days of franchised food and multiple-location restaurants. Independently owned and very personally managed, DiPompello is reminiscent of small, family-run European eateries.
The DiPompello experience begins at the sidewalk with seasonal al fresco dining. It's location in downtown Troutdale lends itself beautifully to outdoor seating, with wide well-maintained sidewalks connecting art galleries, antique shops, specialty stores and a nice variety of small restaurants. But this book is too good to judge just by its cover. Wander in. Return the warm hello. Follow the rich scents of Chef Saul Pompello's seafood entrees to the back of the dining room, past the Italianate murals to the window wall overlooking the Columbia Gorge to the Washington foothills. Order a bottle of Barbera to go with the complimentary bruschetta that magically appears.
At this point, the team would usually mention a couple of dishes we enjoyed and leave you to your own devices. But we've eaten here too often to list just a few. So here goes:
Must haves:
Sautéed Tiger Prawns and Mushrooms with fresh basil and garlic
Caprese Pompello
Sautéed Fresh Mussels
(...and these are just appetizers.)
Our favorite entrees:
Chicken Piccata
Seafood Risotto
Our favorite sandwich:
Meatball Sandwich (ask for extra Marinara)
Favorite Pastas:
Lasagna - a classic
Gnocchi alle Bistecca - in a rich, tangy burgundy sauce.
Are you running out the door yet? Follow all of the above with their Tiramisu. It's not homemade but it is wonderfully moist and not overly sweet.
Buon appetito!
Prego. (You're welcome)
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