Overview
Riccardo’s Ristorante Great Italian Food and Wine – September 23, 2022
Riccardo’s Ristorante is my family’s local go-to place for Italian. Riccardo’s Ristorante, family-owned and operated since 1980 by Riccardo and Georgette Spaccarelli, is an authentic Italian restaurant in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Using only the freshest ingredients, each dish is prepared with precision and, when paired with a wine from their eclectic wine selection, ensures you are in for a great dining experience.
Atmosphere / Ambiance
Riccardo’s Ristorante is quaint and inviting on the inside, but truth be told, their outside patio is the place to be. There is no better setting during the summer than enjoying a great Italian dinner on the patio at Riccardo’s.
The Food
The food at Riccardo’s is always fantastic, and I don’t think I have ever had a dish that just didn’t hit my taste buds. Our meal this evening was one of those meals that you are like, okay, I will be talking about this one for a long time. It was amazing!
My Dad had his usual, Ragu Al Mancini – Le Marche meat sauce with beef, chicken, pork sausage, Mortadella, Pistachios, mushrooms, red wine, vegetables, herbs, and spices, tossed with Parmigiano, Reggiano, and Pecorino Romano cheeses. This dish is a family favorite and one of the dishes Riccardo’s is known for.
My mom got the Risotto Con Aragosta – Arborio rice risotto made with lobster and saffron stock, topped with butter-poached lobster. This was a delicious bowl of richness that was bursting with flavor.
I had the Penne All’ Agricola – Pancetta sauteed with grilled corn, garlic, and Chantrelle mushrooms, deglazed with white wine, reduced with cream, and finished with fresh parsley and Parmigiano cheese, and I added a grilled chicken breast. This dish was amazing! A sort of Italian Beef (but with chicken) Stroganoff! Hearty and full of flavor. And Chantrelle’s, oh my. I love Chantrelle’s, and these really made this dish.
We shared a 2018 Renzo Marinai Chianti Classico wine from Toscana, Central Italy, Italy for dinner. This is our go-to wine, as we love the black cherry and floral notes that allow it to pair well with everything.
For dessert, we had Torte di Amore – Double Chocolate frosted layer cake, and Torte di Limone e Frutta del Bosco – Lemon Mascarpone layer cake with mixed berries. Both were delicious! The Torte di Amore is chocolatey and super-rich. I am not a lemon fan, but the Torte de Lemone e Frutta del Bosco was out of this world and crazy good!
My Dad had a chocolate espresso martini. His new favorite after-dinner drink!
The Service
Ryan waited on us tonight and always ensures our dining experience is top-notch. When we sat down, he informed us that they had several large parties ahead of us but not to worry; he was going to make sure we were not impacted in any way. The food came out on time, and everything was piping hot and delicious, as usual.
Ryan always takes time to not only make sure our experience is excellent, but he genuinely cares about what he does. He wants you to feel at ease and know that you are well cared for and will be taken care of. He is excellent with kids and knows what my daughter will order and how she likes her dishes prepared. Long story but anything green in the way of garnishment nullifies a dish in my daughter’s eyes.
Location
16035 SW Boones Ferry Rd.
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
Hours
Lunch
Monday – Friday: 11:00am – 4:00pm
Dinner
Monday – Thursday: 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Friday – Saturday: 5:00pm – 9:30pm
Contact: (503) 636-4104
Website: Riccardo’s Ristorante
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Riccardos-Ristorante-175837890998/
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