"Many of Portland’s pasta shops can whip up a vegan dish or two, but Lilla is the only one that’s entirely vegan with a number of gluten-free options, as well. At this cute cafe with tiled walls, butcher block tables, and bright blue eiffel chairs, start with small plates of potato croquettes with rosemary-garlic aioli, eggplant parmesan, and mushroom-topped polenta cakes. Large enough for sharing, entrees like handmade tagliolini with basil-hazelnut pesto and roasted squash risotto with pine nuts make Lilla a popular spot for vegan pasta and wine date nights. Although pasta is the restaurant’s specialty, it also serves margherita, pepperoni, and mushroom personal pizzas topped with sunflower mozzarella and almond parmesan." - Waz Wu
