italian ASSAGGIO The name means "to taste," and diners are encouraged to share.7742 SE 13th Ave., 232-6151. M BASTAS One of the best places to find the type of home cooking we call Italian food.410 NW 21st Ave., 274-1572. M-E BUGATTI'S RISTORANTE Moderately priced Italian dinners.18740 Willamette Drive, West Linn, 636-9555. M CAFFE MINGO A small, well-selected menu of extremely fine dishes.807 NW 21st Ave., 226-4646. M DELFINA'S RISTORANTE ITALIANO Tuscan ambience and careful attention to culinary detail. 2112 NW Kearney St., 221-1195. M IL FORNAIO Already a favorite, this lovely Italian spot buzzes.115 NW 22nd Ave., 248-9400. M-E GENOA Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Genoa remains one of the Northwest's best restaurants.2832 SE Belmont St., 238-1464. E NUNZIO'S Italian takeout with reasonably priced pizza and pasta.6808 SE Milwaukie Ave., 235-9212. M PAPARAZZI PASTAFICIO Extensive and interesting pasta choices.2015 NE Broadway, 281-7701. M PAZZO More formal than most other Italian restaurants.422 SW Broadway, 228-1515. M IL PIATTO This popular trattoria has an inviting menu.2348 SE Ankeny St., 236-4997. M-E PORTOFINO Nice Italian cooking in a simple setting. 8075 SE 13th Ave., 234-8249. M RUSTICA The food is always good and often exceptional.1700 NE Broadway, 288-0990. M TOUCHÉ Pasta, pizza and pool hall. 1425 NW Glisan St., 224-1150. M |