"This scrappy, counter-service restaurant in Vernon adheres to the high-quality ingredients and seasonal produce approach to pizza, minus the sourdough crust that’s become de rigueur in Portland. What comes out of the wood-fired oven at the center of the industrial space are thin-crust pies that are light, with toppings like house-made green garlic sausage and marigold greens that don’t over-dominate. We especially love how No Saint isn’t afraid of distinctive cheeses like taleggio and gruyere to accent the fresh mozzarella. While the restaurant decor is rustic, it feels special enough for a date—the veg-centric starters are outstanding and the wine list is surprisingly robust—or bringing out-of-town guests." - Krista Garcia