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Pizzeria Portofino is a sun-drenched casual restaurant located directly on the Chicago riverfront offering hand-stretched pizzas, coastal wines, an expansive patio and breezy decor that will instantly transport you to the Italian Riviera. Reservations are required.
Chic Italian eatery with a riverfront terrace and patio offering craft pizza, pasta, grilled seafood, and wines.
Hours
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 317 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
Phone: (312) 900-9018
Website: http://pizzeriaportofino.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: opentable.comtripleseat.com
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Reviews
itxrtise
The whole restaurant was just so beautiful. The server (Maddie I think) was really nice and was a complete vibe. I went for my 18th birthday and she signed me up for the lettuce rewards program. The food was phenomenal and the service was really fast, Maddie was very attentive too. Side note, just make sure to make a reservation. She gave me this amazing apple cider sorbet which I would definitely go back and get next time. She made sure to treat us extra well since it was my birthday. I’m definitely coming back. She even let me record my interaction with her on my meta glasses. Also, I forgot to say that she even asked my friend for any allergies and assured that nothing was cross contaminated.
… moreTom Wallace
I am completely in love with this place. The energy is lively, the food is amazing, and the staff make every visit feel special. They even reached out earlier to create a custom menu for our celebration, which felt incredibly thoughtful and warm.
For drinks, the purse is a fantastic choice for a large group. You can enjoy a spritz or a fun cocktail in it, and the value is excellent.
The truffle fries are unforgettable, packed with rich flavor and served in a large portion. The creamy vodka pasta is also full of taste and truly satisfying. I cannot wait to return for another wonderful meal and experience.
… moreFor drinks, the purse is a fantastic choice for a large group. You can enjoy a spritz or a fun cocktail in it, and the value is excellent.
The truffle fries are unforgettable, packed with rich flavor and served in a large portion. The creamy vodka pasta is also full of taste and truly satisfying. I cannot wait to return for another wonderful meal and experience.
Ali P
Cute aesthetics, mid drinks & food.
Came here on a weekday afternoon for cocktails with the girls. The indoor & outside is super cute and very well decorated, perfect place for photos. We got a spot on the patio by the river.
For drinks we ordered the amalfi spritz, in pursuit of passion, and the piazza colada. All the drinks tasted weak, 0 alcohol flavor and very watered down.
For food we ordered the Parmesan fries and the Fresca pizza. The parm fries were severely lacking any salt but the pizza was good!
Regarding service it was very busy so we were ok with a wait while catching up but there was a large wait in between ordering and receiving our food as well as to receive the check. We had to flag down someone else for a box and again to get our check.
Overall the aesthetic is cute I just wished the food & service matched. I’m not sure if we’ll be back.
… moreCame here on a weekday afternoon for cocktails with the girls. The indoor & outside is super cute and very well decorated, perfect place for photos. We got a spot on the patio by the river.
For drinks we ordered the amalfi spritz, in pursuit of passion, and the piazza colada. All the drinks tasted weak, 0 alcohol flavor and very watered down.
For food we ordered the Parmesan fries and the Fresca pizza. The parm fries were severely lacking any salt but the pizza was good!
Regarding service it was very busy so we were ok with a wait while catching up but there was a large wait in between ordering and receiving our food as well as to receive the check. We had to flag down someone else for a box and again to get our check.
Overall the aesthetic is cute I just wished the food & service matched. I’m not sure if we’ll be back.
Eren Sanchez
Pizzeria Portofino totally lived up to the hype. The riverfront vibe is absolutely stunning! Honestly one of the best spots to eat in Chicago. The whole place is cute, bright, and really well designed, and yes… there’s an elevator if you need it!
Our server was amazing. Super friendly, super attentive, and just had the best energy. The food? Soooo good. We tried the Charred Pepperoni pizza. It was thin, light, and perfect for sharing! The crust had that perfect little char…incredible! The parmesan fries were hot and crispy, and the aioli is everything! Absolutely worth it.
Overall, amazing service, great food, and the view is unbeatable! I’m already planning my next visit!
… moreOur server was amazing. Super friendly, super attentive, and just had the best energy. The food? Soooo good. We tried the Charred Pepperoni pizza. It was thin, light, and perfect for sharing! The crust had that perfect little char…incredible! The parmesan fries were hot and crispy, and the aioli is everything! Absolutely worth it.
Overall, amazing service, great food, and the view is unbeatable! I’m already planning my next visit!
Taylor Trimmer
We had a great experience at Pizzeria Portofino. The pizza was excellent—fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The calamari was also very good. The vodka rigatoni was just okay compared to the other we’ve had, but still enjoyable. Our server, Stevie, was incredibly attentive, warm, and genuinely made the experience feel elevated. Overall, we’d definitely come back for the pizza and the service!
… moreAmanda Zampieri
This place is very cozy — we absolutely loved it! The pizzas were delicious, and what I liked the most is that they felt light, not heavy at all. The pepperoni with honey was AMAZING . The drinks were also really good. Definitely a spot I’d come back to!
… moreSocorro Z.
I can’t recommend Pizzeria Portofino enough! I’ve visited countless times at this point, solely for the ambiance and great atmosphere. The food is exceptional and the customer service never fails. From after work gatherings to a wedding dinner, this place just checks all the boxes. Can’t get enough of this place! Honestly, this restaurant is a go-to for any occasion. You can’t go wrong coming here!
… moreArthur Chin
awesome restaurant! really beautifully designed and right on the river. would return when back in chicago. and for those who need it, there is a elevator available that brings you right to the entrance of the restaurant.
food was fantastic and service was friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend everything we ordered which was:
– fried calamri
– caesar salad
– pizza margherita
– rigatoni vodka with grilled chicken
… morefood was fantastic and service was friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend everything we ordered which was:
– fried calamri
– caesar salad
– pizza margherita
– rigatoni vodka with grilled chicken
lisA fRosT
Don’t come here on a super cold winter night. It was very drafty. There were no views of the river because the windows were all steamed up. It’s a long and narrow room. I was seated next to a large pillar and the back of my chair bumped the person behind me. The food was decent. I loved the holiday spritz and the pepperoni, hot honey pizza. The server was fantastic. He was attentive and kind. I imagine it’s beautiful in the summer…
… moreJosh Banfield
Overall this is a solid place with a ton of great staple Italian appetizers, pastas, and pizza and located right on the river. I’d recommend dining when the weather is nice and they have their uncovered patio open.
First the good, we loved the meatballs (5/5), goat cheese (5/5), and the octopus was amazing (5/5). The espresso martini with cinnamon was a nice touch as well. If we come back we would only do a ton of appetizers and not pizza again. Also the tiramisu was unreal (5/5) and save room for dessert when you come.
Our server was great and not pushy, he allowed us to order in stages so we could enjoy what we were eating.
Now for the needs improvement:
1) Why are you charging a $2.50 per seat fee for the covered patio that is non-refundable?? That’s ridiculous, it’s clearly because this place is touristy but we were sitting right near the entrance (pic attached) and there was 0 benefit to being on the patio
2) $22 for an old fashioned is fine when it’s good, but when it’s super small and 90% ice cubes, that’s not great. Do not get one here
3) Our pizza was just ok, we LOVE thin Neapolitan pizzas, but ours was covered in air bubbles. The pizza here isn’t even on the same planet compared to places like Coda Di Volpe
We may come back in the spring, but I don’t think we are in the target demo as it seems they are solely focused on tourists visiting Chicago.
… moreFirst the good, we loved the meatballs (5/5), goat cheese (5/5), and the octopus was amazing (5/5). The espresso martini with cinnamon was a nice touch as well. If we come back we would only do a ton of appetizers and not pizza again. Also the tiramisu was unreal (5/5) and save room for dessert when you come.
Our server was great and not pushy, he allowed us to order in stages so we could enjoy what we were eating.
Now for the needs improvement:
1) Why are you charging a $2.50 per seat fee for the covered patio that is non-refundable?? That’s ridiculous, it’s clearly because this place is touristy but we were sitting right near the entrance (pic attached) and there was 0 benefit to being on the patio
2) $22 for an old fashioned is fine when it’s good, but when it’s super small and 90% ice cubes, that’s not great. Do not get one here
3) Our pizza was just ok, we LOVE thin Neapolitan pizzas, but ours was covered in air bubbles. The pizza here isn’t even on the same planet compared to places like Coda Di Volpe
We may come back in the spring, but I don’t think we are in the target demo as it seems they are solely focused on tourists visiting Chicago.