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El Porton, Benowa, AU-QLD

El Porton

4.9
4.9
26 Reviews
$41 to $100
Spanish

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 17 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
El Portón translates to "Big Gate," represents our mission to bring the spirit of Spain to the stunning Gold Coast. We invite you to travel to the heart of Spain, inspired by the coastal charm of the Canary Islands, where Spanish heritage meets modern elegance. We invite you to explore the rich flavours of Spain, honouring tradition and creativity to create a delicious food adventure.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Spanish
  • Phone number
    (07) 5616 2143
  • Website
    https://elporton.com.au/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 26 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Gold Coast

    Best Overall

  • Gold Coast

    Best Food

  • Gold Coast

    Best Service

  • Gold Coast

    Best Ambience

  • Gold Coast

    Best Value

  • Gold Coast

    Innovative

  • Gold Coast

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Gold Coast

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Overall

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Food

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Service

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Ambience

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Value

  • Central Gold Coast

    Innovative

  • Central Gold Coast

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Central Gold Coast

    Great for fine wines

  • Central Gold Coast

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Porton offers an authentic Spanish dining experience with "wonderful authentic Spanish food" and "amazingly attentive staff." Guests rave about the "outstanding food" and "fantastic service." The lively atmosphere, complemented by Spanish music, makes it feel like a holiday in Spain. A must-visit for delicious tapas, paella, and exceptional cocktails.

26 Reviews

  1. Pere

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Todo buenisimo. La sangria de la casa está increible, muy recomendable. El servicio muy agradable y rapido. Lugar donde voy a repetir 100%. Te hace sentir como en casa si eres español

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  2. Sarah

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you love Spanish food this is the restaurant for you. The real deal

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  3. Deirdre

    Gold Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was exceptional and the food genuinely Spanish and remarkable. This is a hidden gem and needs to be promoted. No gimmicky food just genuine and quality Spanish food and wine. We enjoyed this so much and will be back.

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  4. Ben

    Queensland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 3 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the food and the cocktails, service is amazing! Highly recommend! A+++

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  5. Glenn

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have been several times and taken friends each time with us. Never disappointed! One of my favourite places

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  6. Maria Belen

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an amazing experience, it was the best spanish restaurant ever I tried since I living in Australia. 100% recommend. And a great serve.

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  7. Julie

    Queensland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous authentic Spanish food. Loved, loved it.

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  8. Rachael

    Gold Coast

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent in every way. Atmosphere and fit out is incredible. Menu and food was out of this world. Cocktails were perfect. Staff were amazing knowledgeable and tentative. This restaurant is absolutely worth checking out. We will be back to work our way through the entire menu. We wish this place all the success in the world because they deserve it! Thank you Maria and team!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food!! Great service. Highly recommend!!!

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  10. Jose

    Gold Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Authentic Spanish cuisine exploring the different foods from diverse regions

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FAQs

El Porton is rated 4.9 stars by 26 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 17 times today
Google Map for El Porton

Shop 32 Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre, Corner Ashmore & Benowa Rds, Benowa, AU-QLD 4217

Additional information

  • Area
    Benowa
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access
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