Ava Gene's Menu

Ava Gene's is a trendy New American-Italian restaurant located in Portland, Oregon. Offering a wide range of options for diners, from vegan dishes to hearty meat selections, Ava Gene's is a must-visit for food enthusiasts. The menu boasts a variety of salumi and formaggi platters, showcasing unique selections like Soppressata from Brooklyn and Contralto from Petaluma. The fritti section includes tempting offerings like Delicata with Avocado and Prosciutto with Parmigiano. With options for outdoor seating, catering, and even gender-neutral restrooms, Ava Gene's caters to a diverse range of diners. The atmosphere is casual, yet the dishes are crafted with care and precision. Don't miss out on experiencing the delicious flavors and inviting ambiance of Ava Gene's.

Salumi

Soppressata (Brooklyn NY)

$6.00

Nostrano (Berkeley CA)

$6.00

Toscano (Mechanicsville VA)

$6.00

Pio Tosini (Parma IT)

$11.00

Affettati Piccolo

$15.00

Affettati Grande

$29.00

Contralto (Petaluma CA)

$7.00

Pecorino Maschio (Toscana IT)

$6.00

Ciresa Di Monte (Lombardia IT)

$6.00

Tre Formaggi

$17.00

Burrata, Fennel, Chestnuts, Olives

$17.00

Piatto Di Verdura, Egg, Lemon, Tonnato

$14.00

Roasted Olives

$5.00

Formaggi

Fritti

Delicata, Avocado, Celery Root, Sarvecchio, Honey, Bee Pollen

$13.00

Gnocco Fritto, Prosciutto, Parmigiano, Saba

$11.00

Pumpkin Arancini, Quadrello Di Bufala

$8.00

Garlic Bread

$6.00

Pork Liver, Pear, Cocoa, Balsamic

$9.00

Ricotta, Squash, Pumpkin Seeds, Saba

$10.00

Duck Egg, Bottarga, Lemon, Black Pepper

$10.00

Borlotti Gaston, Garlic, Rosemary

$10.00

Nduja, Lilies (Chicago Il)

$10.00

Filone, Pizza Bianca, Carta Di Musica, Ricotta, Xvoo (Roman Candle Bakery)

$5.00

Pane

Giardini

Pumpkin, Brown Butter, Currants, Pecans

$12.00

Radish, Cranberries, Hazelnuts, Feta, Honey Vinegar

$12.00

Carrots, Sprouted Barley, Almonds, Fontina

$12.00

Pears, Sunchokes, Dates, Wild Rice, Pistachios

$12.00

Apples, Celery, Peanuts, Cippolini Onions

$12.00

Cabbage, Capers, Scallion, Lemon, Anchovy

$11.00

Mizuna Garden Greens, Katz Xvoo, Sauvignon Blanc Vinegar

$11.00

"Tuscan Cavalry " Raw Cavolo Nero, Sarvecchio, Filone

$8.00

Tripe, Cabbage, Potatoes, Filone

$14.00

Linguine, Clams, Hot Peppers

$21.00

Tagliatelle, Chicken Ragu, Chicories

$20.00

Barley Cavatelli, Lamb Sausage, Broccoli, Chiles

$20.00

Agnolotti, Greens, Caciotta Di Bufala

$19.00

Zucca, Beef and Pork Ragu, Pumpkin

$20.00

Rigatoni, Cauliflower Ragu, Rosemary, Fontina

$20.00

Primi

Secondi

Ribeye, Anchovy Butter, Beets, Pecorino Toscano, Meyer Lemon

$38.00

Lamb Mixed Grill, Cauliflower, Chestnuts, Gorgonzola

$32.00

Arctic Char, Apples, Walnuts, Scallions

$33.00

Pork, Sweet Potato, Carrots, Cranberries, Wasabi, Sesame*

$32.00

"Misticanza" Sauteed Greens, Garlic, Olives, Chiles

$7.00

Turnips, Capers, Raisins, Anchovy

$7.00

Amish Butter Corn Polenta

$7.00

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