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Pizzeria Portofino, Chicago, IL

Pizzeria Portofino

4.7
4.7
1480 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 150 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
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.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 900-9018
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Catering
    Pizzeria Portofino<br />offers semi- private dining for any size group, whether an intimate party of 8 or a large<br />celebration throughout the entire restaurant space. The Special Events team is<br />available to help guests create their own personalized private dining experience.
  • Private party facilities
    The Parties &Special Events team can bring the Pizzeria Portofino experience to you. Whether it be catering toyour boat, home, office or event venue, we want to make your next group gathering oneeveryone is sure to remember!
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross street
    Clark Street &amp; the Chicago River
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    CTA State &amp; Lake
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Winter Cocktail Class

    $85.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 16, 2024 only
    7:00 PM
    Off site at 317 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
    Get ready to shake up some holiday magic! Join Pizzeria Portofino and celebrate the season riverside with a Holiday Cocktail Class! Eat, sip and learn how to put a seasonal spin on your favorite cocktails.
    Winter Cocktail Class Photo
  • Enclosed & Heated Patio Table

    $2.50 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Join us rain or shine, with our new all-weather riverfront patio. 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 décor that will instantly transport you to the Italian Riviera. -We have a 15 minute grace period for all reservations. -$2.50 per person fee for Riverview Patio Tables. This Fee is non refundable and not applied to final bill.
  • New Year's Day - Ballin' Beach Brunch

    $5.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jan 1, 2025 only
    Bounce right into the New Year with our Third Annual Ballin’ Beach Brunch. As we escape to warmer days in Portofino, let’s enjoy our favorite brunch bites, mimosas and a DIY espresso martini bar!
    New Year's Day - Ballin' Beach Brunch Photo

What 1,480 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Most Booked

  • Chicago

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pizzeria Portofino offers a delightful riverside dining experience with "amazing views" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "incredible menu" and "5-star service," particularly praising servers like Quinn and Michelle. While some find the noise level high, the "atmosphere and location" make it a must-visit, especially for outdoor dining in summer.

1,480 Reviews
  1. EvaP

    Miami

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the pizza Fresca and the Parmesan fries!! It’s our favorite from this place
    Pizzeria PortofinoResponded today
    Thanks for the review, Eva! We're thrilled to hear that you love our pizza Fresca and Parmesan fries. It's great to know that we're your favorite from Pizzeria Portofino. We strive to provide excellent food and service, and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We can't wait to welcome you back soon! Cheers Team Pizzeria Portofino

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  2. Victor

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Experience was overall great, was very clean, super nice, waiters were also very nice and welcoming
    Pizzeria PortofinoResponded today
    Hi Victor, thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with us and appreciated our cleanliness and friendliness. It's always our goal to make our guests feel welcome and we're glad we hit the mark with you. We look forward to welcoming you back to Pizzeria Portofino soon! Cheers Team Pizzeria Portofino

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  3. Ritu

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pizza Portofino is one of my favorite spots in the city. The garlic bread and truffle pizza (request hot honey, trust me) are GAME CHANGER. I went with a few friends and we all agreed that they both redefined garlic bread and pizza (at least in Illinois) respectively. Great service and great vibes!
    Pizzeria PortofinoResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Ritu! We're thrilled to hear that Pizzeria Portofino is one of your favorite spots in the city. We're glad you enjoyed our garlic bread and truffle pizza - they're indeed a game changer! We're also glad to know that our service and vibes hit the mark for you. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon. Cheers Team Pizzeria Portofino

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  4. Darsh

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing ambience - the decorations felt intimate and thoughtful.
    Pizzeria PortofinoResponded today
    Hey Darsh, thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience at Pizzeria Portofino. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our ambiance and found it to be a nice thoughtfully designed space. It's great to know that our decor added to your overall experience. We're also glad to hear that our service met your expectations. We understand that you found our value to be a bit lacking, and we appreciate your feedback. We will certainly take it into consideration as we continually strive to improve our guest experience. We hope to welcome you back soon! Cheers Team Pizzeria Portofino

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  5. Maureen

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was so good! We sat on the heated patio and it was so comfortable
    Pizzeria PortofinoResponded today
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Maureen! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience on our patio and found our food to be of great value. It's always our goal to provide a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere for our guests. We appreciate your high ratings and look forward to serving you again soon! Cheers Team Pizzeria Portofino

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  6. Melissa

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience for our first time. They made my daughters 18th birthday very special.
    Pizzeria PortofinoResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Melissa! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience for your first time at Pizzeria Portofino and that your daughter's 18th birthday was made special. We strive to make every occasion memorable and we're glad we could be a part of that. Looking forward to your next visit! Cheers Team Pizzeria Portofino

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  7. Vince

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We ran late due to the Thanksgiving parade (we were on the wrong side of Michigan Ave…) but they were able to hold a table for us despite turning away walk-ins. Service, the food, and the drinks were very good. We did not get a “Portofino Purse,” but my wife enjoyed her spritz. We all shared a Romaine Caesar salad, Pesto Genovese pasta, traditional cheese pizza, and parmesan fries. They were out of the Nutella cookie, but my wife received a birthday dessert (Profiteroles?) along with a sparkler that successfully embarrassed her (this is a good thing). A personalized menu was a nice touch too. We came as a family (with 2 young boys), so we didn’t exactly fit in on a Saturday night, but everything was excellent regardless!
    Pizzeria PortofinoResponded today
    Thank you, Vince, for your kind words and for choosing Pizzeria Portofino for your family dinner! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our service, food, and drinks. We always aim to provide a memorable dining experience for our guests. We're glad that you enjoyed your birthday treat! We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you and your family back soon. Cheers Team Pizzeria Portofino

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  8. Rebecca

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came here to celebrate a birthday party and it was absolutely amazing. Our waiter: Bailey was personable, friendly & informative on everything at the restaurant. Definitely will be returning, everything was great from the service to the food/drinks!
    Pizzeria PortofinoResponded today
    Thank you for choosing Pizzeria Portofino for your celebration, Rebecca! We're thrilled to hear that your birthday party was a success and that you found our staff to be friendly and informative. It's wonderful to know that our food and drinks met your expectations. We're looking forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences. Cheers Team Pizzeria Portofino

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  9. Jenn

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great and food was amazing!!! Would 100% come again
    Pizzeria PortofinoResponded today
    Thank you, Jenn! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Pizzeria Portofino! It's wonderful to know that our service and food met your expectations. We strive to provide our guests with a memorable dining experience and your positive feedback is a testament to our efforts. Thank you for choosing us and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Cheers Team Pizzeria Portofino

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  10. Nicole

    Chicago

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We sat on the closed in patio with heaters. Temp was decent but would not recommend patio dining past December.
    Pizzeria PortofinoResponded today
    Hi Nicole! Thank you for choosing Pizzeria Portofino and for taking the time to share your experience. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We understand your concern about the patio dining in the winter. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration as we continually strive to improve our guests' experiences. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again soon. Cheers Team Pizzeria Portofino

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FAQs

Pizzeria Portofino offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 900-9018.

Pizzeria Portofino is rated 4.7 stars by 1480 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 150 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Pizzeria Portofino

317 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654-4701

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Clark Street &amp; the Chicago River
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    CTA State & Lake
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 900-9018
  • Catering
    Pizzeria Portofino<br />offers semi- private dining for any size group, whether an intimate party of 8 or a large<br />celebration throughout the entire restaurant space. The Special Events team is<br />available to help guests create their own personalized private dining experience.
  • Private party facilities
    The Parties &Special Events team can bring the Pizzeria Portofino experience to you. Whether it be catering toyour boat, home, office or event venue, we want to make your next group gathering oneeveryone is sure to remember!
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