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Pizzeria Portofino, Chicago, IL

Pizzeria Portofino

4.8
4.8
1577 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 106 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.

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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
  • Website
    http://www.pizzeriaportofino.com/
  • 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!
  • Location
    317 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654-4701
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross Street
    Clark Street & the Chicago River
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    CTA State & Lake
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Day - Ballin' Beach Brunch

    USD 5.00 per person

    Prepaid

    1 Jan 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

  • Enclosed & Heated Patio Table

    USD 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.

  • Après-Ski Brunch

    USD 5.00 per person

    Prepaid

    8 Feb 2025 only
    Join us in your best ski fashion for our Après-Ski brunch, featuring Flecha Azul & Aspen Vodka ice luge, shot skis, brunch bites, a live DJ & more!
    Après-Ski Brunch photo

Menu

Daily Specials

  • Winter SpritzUSD 18.00

    Koval Cranberry, Rosemary, Giuliana Prosecco

    • Peppermint EspressotiniUSD 19.00

      Kahlua Peppermint Mocha, Basic Vodka, Crushed Candy Canes

      • BaroloUSD 26.00

        Bergadano, 2018

        • 5ozUSD 26.00
        • 8ozUSD 39.00
        • BottleUSD 130.00

      • Brussel Sprout PizzaUSD 19.00

        Smoked Mozzarella, Controne Chili, Pecorino

        • White Chocolate & Peppermint SundaeUSD 16.00

          Dark Chocolate Mocha, Whipped Cream

          Antipasti

          • Prime Beef MeatballsUSD 14.00

            Parmigiana, Basil, Pomodoro

            • Calamari FrittiUSD 21.00

              Tomato Diavolo, Lemon

              • Prosciutto San DanieleUSD 22.00

                Focaccia, Whipped Ricotta, Local Honey

                • Tuna TartareUSD 19.00

                  Basil Pesto Aioli

                  • Crispy Parmesan FriesUSD 14.00

                    Garlic Aioli

                    • Portuguese OctopusUSD 17.00

                      Calabrian Oregano, Crispy Potatoes, Portofino Vinaigrette

                      • Roasted Garlic BreadUSD 12.00

                        Parmesan Garlic Butter, Rosemary

                        • Whipped Ricotta & Black Mission Fig BruschettaUSD 17.00

                          Candied Pecans, Aged Balsamic

                          • Imported Burrata & Bosc PearsUSD 17.00

                            Agrodolce, Honey, Balsamic

                            Salads

                            • ArugulaUSD 14.00

                              Shaved Fennel, Aged Parmesan

                              • MediterraneanUSD 17.00

                                Tomato, Cucumber, Feta, Black Olive, Red Onion

                                • Romaine CaesarUSD 14.00

                                  Amalfi Lemon Vinaigrette

                                  • Local HarvestUSD 17.00

                                    Honeycrisp Apple, Chicory, Tomme

                                    Pizza

                                    Gluten-Free Cauliflower Crust Available Upon Request and $5.00 Upcharge

                                    • MargheritaUSD 19.00

                                      Tomato, Fior di Latte, Geneovese Basil

                                      • FrescaUSD 26.00

                                        Mozzarella, Parmesan, Arugula, Sicilian Lemon, Prosciutto

                                        • Classic CheeseUSD 18.00

                                          Mozzarella, Parmesan, Crushed Campania Tomato

                                          • Charred PepperoniUSD 23.00

                                            Ezzo Pepperoni, Mozzarella, Mama Lil's Peppers, Portofino Hot Honey

                                            • Black Truffle & Three CheeseUSD 33.00

                                              Housemade Ricotta, Black Truffle Crema

                                              • Italian Sausage & FennelUSD 20.00

                                                Caramelized Onion, Fresh Mozzarella, Parmesan

                                                • Meatball & RicottaUSD 22.00

                                                  Fior Di Latte, Parmesan, Spicy Giardiniera

                                                  • Due FunghiUSD 20.00

                                                    Roasted Mushrooms, Mozzarella, Porcini Crema

                                                    • Fontina & Caramelized OnionUSD 18.00

                                                      Roasted Yukon Potato, Chives, Parmesan

                                                      • Fall Squash & PancettaUSD 23.00

                                                        Gruyere, Parmesan

                                                        Pasta

                                                        • Spaghetti MarinaraUSD 19.00

                                                          Crushed Tomato, Basil

                                                          • Pesto GenoveseUSD 17.00

                                                            Ligurian trofie Pasta, Parmesan

                                                            • Rigatoni VodkaUSD 21.00

                                                              Whipped Burrata, Calabrian Chili, Basil

                                                              • Cacio e PepeUSD 19.00

                                                                Toasted Peppercorns, Pecorino Romano

                                                                • Spaghetti LimoneUSD 17.00

                                                                  Amalfi Lemon Oil, Basil, Parmesan

                                                                  Portofino Classics

                                                                  • Grilled Faroe Islands SalmonUSD 32.00

                                                                    Tuscan Kale, Cannellini Beans, Pancetta

                                                                    • Mediterranean BranzinoUSD 38.00

                                                                      Castelvetrano Olive Salmoriglio, Frisee, Charred Lemon

                                                                      • Bar Harbor MusselsUSD 30.00

                                                                        Roasted Tomato, Calabrian Chili, Basil, Focaccia

                                                                        • Chicken PiccataUSD 27.00

                                                                          Brown Butter, Capers, Roasted Yukon Potatoes

                                                                          Last updated: 28 December 2024

                                                                          What 1,577 people are saying

                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

                                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                                          Loved For

                                                                          • Chicago / Illinois

                                                                            Most Booked

                                                                          • Chicago

                                                                            Most Booked

                                                                          Review summary

                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                          Pizzeria Portofino offers a "perfect riverside dining experience" with "amazing views" and "delicious thin crust pizza." Guests love the "great vibe" and "friendly staff," making it a "summer must" on the Chicago River. Reservations are recommended, especially for the outdoor patio, to enjoy the "beautiful scenery."

                                                                          1,577 Reviews

                                                                          1. heather

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Chicago

                                                                            15 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            15 reviews

                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            We had an amazing family lunch here! We made reservations and our table was ready when we arrived. The service was terrific! The food was delicious! We will definitely be back again. Thank you!

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                                                                          2. Laura

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Chicago

                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Really loved our meal and whole experience thank you so much.

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                                                                          3. Hank

                                                                            Vancouver

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Place was great. Harvest Salad, pizzas and truffle fries were fantastic.

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                                                                          4. Justine

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Chicago

                                                                            9 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            9 reviews

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Fun atmosphere with good food and great service! Love having lunch at Pizzeria Portofino!

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                                                                          5. Sophia

                                                                            Chicago

                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                            3.0

                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 3
                                                                            2. Food 2
                                                                            3. Service 2
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Cocktails expensive, food was reasonably priced because it was shareable but tasted average aka nothing special. Very cute inside, but a bit loud. Waiters didn’t check on us that often.

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                                                                          6. Jason

                                                                            St. Louis

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 1
                                                                            4. Ambience 1
                                                                            Received zero service, though I still tipped 20% for the view and food. They kept asking me every five minutes if I was done. Oh man.

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                                                                          7. Sam

                                                                            Chicago

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Server was extremely nice! She came back and for Ty to ask if we needed anything. Food was very good!

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                                                                          8. Sophia

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Chicago

                                                                            13 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            13 reviews

                                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Was our first time dining here. Glad valet was open on a Sunday afternoon in the winter. Went to celebrate my sister’s birthday. Wasn’t stuffy. Had a surprise customized menu and was really a nice touch. Have been to other RPM group restaurants and was really pleased with the experience. The service was excellent. Food was excellent. The river views were an additional plus. Will definitely come back in the summer in the afternoon.

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                                                                          9. Gretchen

                                                                            St. Louis

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Food came out super fast and staff was attentive for as busy as they were.

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                                                                          10. IHAB

                                                                            Chicago

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            3.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 3
                                                                            2. Food 3
                                                                            3. Service 3
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Overall, I did not think the pizza and pasta was so special compared to other places. The food was good but not wow. Also, it would have been nice to acknowledge my son’s bday as I noted such in the reservation and saw that they brought some ice cream for other customers that were celebrating. Finally, they charged $2.50 per person extra to sit by the windows (not sure why), and also they tag on the 3.5% on the total for “rising costs”. The food prices are already on the higher side, so between tip and all these extra costs there is about 50 dollars. The service was fine just not sure the place is worth all the hype personally.

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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 4.8 stars by 1577 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                          Make a booking

                                                                          2 people
                                                                          7:00 pm
                                                                          Booked 106 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 & the Chicago River
                                                                          • Area
                                                                            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, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                          • Website
                                                                            http://www.pizzeriaportofino.com/
                                                                          • 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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