Portofino Grille

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About Portofino Grille

Portofino Grille is a Italian Northern restaurant located in the Upper East Side neighborhood at 1162 First Ave. (bet. 63rd & 64th Sts.) in New York, NY 10021. Portofino Grille has been described as an Good Italian Northern restaurant and has received an average rating of 5 by our members.

Quick Facts

Cuisine: Italian Northern, Italian Southern
Accepts Credit Card: N/A
Parking: N/A

Atmosphere: N/A
Take Reservations: N/A
Serves Alcohol: N/A
Smoking Allowed:No

User Reviews for Portofino Grille

food		“... It is a "faux trattoria," but well done (and with real Italian music in the background). The food was good and the price hard to complain about... “...Beautiful setting and perfect atmosphere , complimented with very good food and great service.... “...Portofino is just a few blocks from my apartment, and though I've been in the neighborhood for four years, I just recently went to the restaurant for the very first time...
ambiance		“...I was there only for lunch, but I imagine the place does make for a romantic evening spot. It is a "faux trattoria," but well done (and with real Itali...
service		“... What I liked b. The service is fast, the decor is kitschy and charming as if you were actually dining in Italy, and the location is perfect for me...
value		“... She didn't interrupt our dinner, but was available when needed. Good entree presentation coupled with good value and quantity of food... “...Came here with a friend one late afternoon on a weekday. We sat outside without going in so I can't speak for the interior decor of the place...
menu		“... They have an outstanding bread basket complete with two special. This is also a nice choice for bigger parties because of their extensive menu choices... “...Great meal. Excellent service! Nice menu and wine list... “...Portofino is jus. And what an enjoyable experience! They have an extensive weekend brunch menu, with a two-course meal and alcoholic beverage for $15...
staff		“...Great lasagna! This the real homemade goodness we all dream of and never seem to get. This is a homey, comfortable restaurant with friendly staff... “...Friendly staff and not an overbearing waitress asking every minute how things are. She didn't interrupt our dinner, but was available when needed... “...The interior decoration is a little cheesy, stars on the ceiling and all, but this is a great deal for brunch -- cocktail, antipasti, entree, and a hefty bread plate for your table, all for $15...
appetizer		“... Our appetizer of roasted peppers and mozzarella was below average. I ordered a simple baked ziti which was medicore; my boyfriend raved about his seaf... “... Everything was good for the 4 of us including the vodka pasta, filet mignon and salmon. Only disappointment was the crab cake appetizer... “... The bread basket and dips that each table gets ar. The stuffed artichoke appetizer is drippy and yummy in a "this is so not good for me" kind of way...