Vanessa Fania
Omfg!! Everything is amazing!! Great staff, outstanding food, inspiring atmosphere!! We go to Villa Varone in Geneva all the time, and the food here is neck & neck.. But like it’s from another region.. so not we have TWO absolutely amazing Italian restaurants with really phenomenal cuisine to balance our tastes from. (Chef’s kiss!!) Bon appetito!!
… moreJ Res.
Atmosphere was nice. Service was good. The pasta dish that I ordered was fantastic. Only thing holding back the 5th star was the bread for the table. I love a nice rustic bread at an Italian restaurant with some great olive oil and extra points for some roasted garlic. This bread was reminded me of a cheap dry French loaf from Jewel. Will edit to 5 star if they improve their bread in the future.
… moreFree to roam
Celebrated our silver wedding anniversary here. The food and ambiance were nice. The four dtars were for the service. We felt rushed. The check was placed on the table while we were still enjoying our dessert and without us asking for it yet. The server did not think that we might want to order another round of dessert.
… moreSarah Kiser
You have to walk through the restaurant to get to the hostess stand, which is a little odd. The food was the best thing, I will say. We got stuck in the bright room to the right, even after we had made reservations. A more intimate setting would have been nice. After being seated, we realized we didn’t have silverware, so we took it from the table behind us, which also didn’t have adequate silverware for the table. We were never given bread and didn’t realize they offered it until we were asked if we wanted more. In addition, we got calamari and marinara as an appetizer. We asked to have the calamari boxed, and when they brought it back from being boxed, there was no marinara. We asked for marinara and they charged us $5 for the marina we already paid for. Good food, but the attention to detail would have been nice.
… moreRobert B
Tried this for first time. Great guitar player, not too loud, really good vibe. Food was delicious. Our only issue was we asked for bread, oil, and cheese when we sat down. After 2 cocktails,, I asked again, nothing. We finished our salad, I asked again, nothing. We competed our entrees, I asked again. Bread arrived with dessert. Bread was delicious, but there is no reason for this. I would recommend this place.
… moreDiem Allis
Portofino Trattoria delivered an exceptional evening from start to finish. The ambiance was warm and inviting, with a sophisticated charm that made it perfect for a relaxed yet upscale night out. The service was exceptional — especially from bartender Billy.
Billy was phenomenal. Friendly, knowledgeable, handsome, and clearly passionate about his craft, he made us feel like VIPs from the start. His pomegranate martini was a total showstopper — beautifully balanced, refreshing, and just the right amount of sweetness. One of the best cocktails I’ve had in a long time.
We started with the caprese salad, and it was absolute perfection. The tomatoes were ripe and bursting with flavor, the mozzarella was luxuriously soft, and the basil was fresh and aromatic. Some balsamic glaze would have tied everything together and made it even more delicious.
Then came the salmon saffron. The salmon was perfectly cooked, tender and flavorful, with a silky saffron sauce that was rich, aromatic, and completely addictive. Every bite was a masterclass in balance and elegance.
Portofino Trattoria is a must try spot — between the exceptional food, the elegant yet comfortable vibe, and the top-tier service, it’s a true gem. I can’t wait to return and try more from their menu.
… moreSuzy Q
Our new favorite Italian place! Relaxed but elegant atmosphere. Food was amazing; favorite was Pappardelle Nonna and the special menu Lobster Ravioli. Really great flavors, generous portions and perfect service made this an excellent dining experience.
… moreRick Stone
The entrance was inviting and large enough to squeeze our party of 10 without hindering other patrons from getting through. There’s a nice bar with plenty of seating. The food was good and filling. The menu was overwhelming, with lots of choices. The portions are a good size and the homemade pasta is good.
… moreL Bronco
Arrived and were quickly seated, mentioned that we had four people, they took us to a three top, we had to find our own chair. Ordered drinks and appetizers. Unfortunately, things continued to go wrong. Drinks took over 20 minutes to be delivered and after appetizers were delivered we waited over an hr for someone to take our dinner order. Placed our dinner order and unfortunately it must have gotten lost in kitchen as it took another hour to receive our food. Service was extremely slow and we felt that we had been forgotten. Manager offered one free dessert for the inconvenience. We ended up being there over three hours. Could have been amazing as food was good but not sure we will return.
… moreQia Caldwell
I personally had high expectations for this restaurant. The pizza wasn’t the best and my alcohol beverage was awful. I got the Manny something drink, it tastes like it’s made with gin and not tequila. The only thing my husband and I did like was the bruschetta appetizer. I truly do not mind spending money on good food but this was not worth the price!
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