Porta'Vino

Name: Porta'Vino
Address: 7800 Washington Ave, Houston, TX, United States, 77007
Telephone: (713) 360-7480
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

1529 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

11 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 28 times today

Great for fine wines
Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining

Houstons newest BYOB Restaurant.
Casual Atmosphere, Incredible wine prices, Amazing Food

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(713) 360-7480
Website
http://www.portavinohouston.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Danny Trace
Private party facilities
TWO PRIVATE ROOMS ONE SEATS 18 SECOND ROOM SEATS 30

Location
7800 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007
Area
Heights / Washington
Parking details
Public Parking
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway

Italian FriesUSD 7.00
Chili oil, fresh herbs & parmesan cheese, a little spicy!!
Italian Mac & CheeseUSD 9.00
Four cheese macaroni, crunchy topping with fresh herbs
Cured Wild Salmon CarpaccioUSD 16.00
Served with capers, grain mustard sauce, toasted bread, 1836 olive oil and Maldon sea salt
Arancini Risotto BallsUSD 14.00
Stuffed with 5 cheeses, deep-fried with marinara sauce
Steamed MusselsUSD 15.00
Miso broth, white wine, tomato, garlic, mushrooms, shallots, toasted bread
Balloon BreadUSD 12.00
Herb-Seasoned, Puffed round of Homemade dough
Extra MeatballUSD 4.50
Beef meatballs, garlic, red sauce, parmesan cheese
Calabrese Crispy ShrimpUSD 19.00
Andouille sausage, Calabrian chili aioli
Cornflake CalamariUSD 15.00
Pepperoncini, calabrese remoulade
Artichoke FromaggioUSD 16.00
Focaccia, house mix triple cream cheese, whole roasted garlic, spiced pecans, greens
PolpetteUSD 13.00
Housemade meatballs, marinara, pecorino
White Bean Soup (S)USD 8.00
Vegetable broth, carrots, celery, tomato, onion, potato, spinach & herbs
White Bean Soup (Lg)USD 15.00
Vegetable broth, carrots, celery, tomato, onion, potato, spinach & herbs

Green Stuff

Spinach SaladUSD 15.00
Toasted pumpkin seed, hard boiled egg, feta, roasted red pepper, marinated red onion, candied pecans, roasted mushrooms & bacon vinaigrette
Chopped WedgeUSD 14.00
Grape tomato, chives, bacon & gorgonzola cheese dressing
Porta'vino Salad (Lg)USD 11.00
Greens, mozzarella, strawberry, pecans & house vinaigrette
Ella's Caesar (Lg)USD 11.00
Ella's Caesar (sm)USD 6.00
Romaine chiffonade, focaccia croutons anchovy dressing
Porta'vino Salad (sm)USD 6.00
Petit greens, mozzarella, strawberry-lemon vinaigrette, candied pecans

Pizza

PepperoniUSD 18.00
Marinara, mozzarella, fresh oregano, 1836 olive oil
Cauliflower CrustUSD 4.00
Available on all pizza
MargheritaUSD 16.00
Tomato, garlic, basil, mozzarella
IL TuttoUSD 21.00
Pepperoni, sausage, beef, mushrooms, fresh veggies
Short RibUSD 19.00
White bean puree, caramelized onions, gruyere, mushrooms, mozzarella, balsamic

Pasta

Cacio e Pepe MezzalunaUSD 18.00
Rome's favorite dish! Mezzaluna pasta, pepper, pecorino & butter
Butternut squash ravioliUSD 17.00
Ravioli, whipped butternut squash, ricotta, parmesan, nutmeg, crispy parsnips & fried sage leaves
Spaghetti & MeatballsUSD 17.00
Beef meatballs, garlic, red sauce & parmesan cheese
Wild Boar BologneseUSD 29.00
Pappardelle, parmigiano, beef, wild boar & mushrooms
Truffled Rigatoni PastaUSD 29.00
Grilled shrimp wrapped in prosciutto, grand marnier sauce, sage polenta
Shrimp FraDiavoloUSD 27.00
Spaghetti, spicy marinara, shrimp, mussels, olives, scallions
LasagnaUSD 20.00
Ricotta, mozzarella, wagyu beef & marinara sauce

Mains

Veal & RisottoUSD 29.00
Paneed veal medallion with spicy artichokes, fresh pea risotto & house made rose sauce
Cast Iron Seared Diver ScallopsUSD 29.00
Three dry-packed scallops with parmesan polenta, roasted corn, basil & pesto beurre blanc
Honey, Garlic Pork TenderloinUSD 28.00
Brined, smoked & grilled w/ seasonal harvest & black peppercorn mashers
Citrus Grilled SalmonUSD 28.00
Avocado, cucumber relish, sage & spinach polenta, lemon drizzle
Baramundi Sea BassUSD 29.00
Blistered tomato, seasonal harvest, herb, lemon & 1836 olive oil
Flat Iron SteakUSD 29.00
Bias cut ribeye cap, seasonal harvest, house made worcestershire & black peppercorn mashers
Chicken ParmesanUSD 24.00
Roast garlic demi, crawford bock reduction, whipped white beans
Braised Short RibsUSD 29.00
Whipped Northern white beans, amarone lemon zest gremolata

Sweets

Coconut Cream PieUSD 9.00
Our #1 best seller!! Homemade!
TiramisuUSD 9.00
Coffee liqueur-soaked lady finger cookies, mascarpone, whipped cream & chocolate
Medium Rare BrownieUSD 9.00

Drink

MilkUSD 3.00
Homemade LemonadeUSD 5.00
Iced TeaUSD 2.75
Rambler Hill Country Sparkling WaterUSD 3.25
Supporting TX Parks & Wildlife"
Soft DrinksUSD 2.95
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite

White Wine

Flowers ChardonnayUSD 41.00
Kettmeir Pinot GrigioUSD 29.00
Stout Sauvignon Blanc "Granny Rae"USD 34.00
Cakebread Chardonnay Magnum (1.5 Liter)USD 99.00
J. D. Villebois SancerreUSD 38.00
Merry Edwards Sauvignon BlancUSD 49.00
Alma Rosa ChardonnayUSD 44.00
Daou RoseUSD 21.00
Bernardus Sauvignon BlancUSD 29.00
Les Sarrins RoseUSD 25.00
Albert Bichot ChablisUSD 36.00
Darioush ViognierUSD 67.00
Chalk Hill Chardonnay 2018USD 32.00
Cakebread Chardonnay 2018USD 46.00
Far Niente Chardonnay 2018USD 58.00

Red Wine

Clos Du Val Red Blend "Yettalil"USD 147.00
Cade Howell Mountain CabernetUSD 99.00
The Pact CabernetUSD 98.00
Vaso CabernetUSD 89.00
Revana "Terroir Series" CabernetUSD 83.00
Pride Mountain CabernetUSD 65.00
Odette "Adaptation" CabernetUSD 64.00
Hensley Family CabernetUSD 57.00
Bella Union CabernetUSD 51.00
Austin Hope Cabernet (1 Liter)USD 49.00
Frank Family CabernetUSD 47.00
Meso "Big Blend" USD 58.00
Alexander Valley "Cyrus" Red BlendUSD 59.00
Serca Gran Corte MalbecUSD 52.00
Paul Hobbs RR Pinot NoirUSD 65.00
Revana "Alexana" Pinot NoirUSD 35.00
Bial Zinfandel "Black Chicken"USD 43.00
Belle Glos Pinot Noir 2018USD 43.00
Piano Chiuso Primitio RiservaUSD 48.00
Kosta Browne RR Pinot Noir 2018USD 96.00
En Route Pinot NoirUSD 49.00
Duckhorn Merlot 2017USD 42.00
Leviathan Red Blend 2017USD 36.00
Barnett CabernetUSD 67.00
Crown Point Red BlendUSD 61.00
Aperture Red Blend 2016USD 59.00
Etude Pinot Noir "N. Canyon"USD 51.00
Poggio San Polo ToscanaUSD 34.00
Faust Cabernet 2017USD 49.00
Silver Oak CabernetUSD 86.00
Quilt "Baby Caymus" Cabernet 2017USD 39.00
San Polo Brunello Di MontalcinoUSD 69.00
Inglenook Cabernet 2015USD 63.00
Jordan Cabernet USD 59.00
Rutherford "AJT" CabernetUSD 54.00
Caymus Cabernet (1 Liter)USD 89.00
Batasiolo Barolo USD 51.00

Bubbles & Rose

Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose MagnumUSD 199.00
Schramsberg Blanc de NoirsUSD 43.00

Beer

UltraUSD 4.50
EstrellaUSD 5.50
Stella ArtoisUSD 5.50

What 1,529 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

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Houston
Best Value
Houston
Great for fine wines
Houston
Italian
Houston
Best Value
Houston
Great for fine wines
Houston
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Porta'Vino delights with "amazing food in a casual environment." Regulars praise its "excellent service" and "incredible wine prices." Standouts include Wild Boar Bolognese, chicken Parmesan, and balloon bread. With a "great atmosphere" and a "fantastic value," no wonder it's a "favorite neighborhood choice." Highly recommended!

1,529 Reviews

A
Ashley
VIP
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place but chairs are very uncomfortable and the noise level is always high. The food and service is fantastic so we still go
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Eric
VIP
Houston
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food. Professional service. Complement the experience with BYOB.
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Rob
VIP
Houston
80 reviews
5.0
80 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great meal Lester took great care of me! Love this place
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Rob
VIP
Houston
80 reviews
5.0
80 reviews
Dined on 29 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Love this plane I had the bolognese and it was awesome! Jacob took care of us. !
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Cary
Houston
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on 27 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Portavino is always excellent!! Service is always top notch & the food is so good!
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Rob
VIP
Houston
80 reviews
5.0
80 reviews
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great meal as always pasta with truffles delicious! Jacob took care of me!
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Nick
VIP
Houston
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bill and his team do a tremendous job at pretty much everything. One of our favorite go-to restaurants!
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Elizabeth
VIP
Houston
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of my favorite restaurants. Great food, wine and service!
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Kenny
Houston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 16 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Mediocre at best. Very limited and strange menu. If I found myself there again id just get spaghetti and meatballs. Chicken pharm was just ok. Swimming in sauce and not enough pasta. Ravioli was very skimpy and tasteless. Frozen chicken with fake grill marks my wife said. The service was friendly.
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Bill
Houston
80 reviews
5.0
80 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Moderately priced. A good selection of meats, pastas, fish, etc. We ordered braised short ribs with creamy polenta and veal with risotto. Both were delicious. The wine list is very extensive and the prices are ridiculously low, even below retail in some cases. The waiters are very competent and attentive. They are assisted by other waitstaff who make sure you are satisfied with the service. I recommend getting reservations in advance becasue it's very crowded. The noise level is "energetic" but not so loud that you can't hear others at your own table.
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FAQs

Porta'Vino offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 360-7480.

Porta'Vino is rated 4.9 stars by 1529 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

11 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 28 times today

Order delivery or takeout

7800 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007

Additional information

Area
Heights / Washington
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Danny Trace
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway

Website
http://www.portavinohouston.com/
Phone number
(713) 360-7480
Private party facilities
TWO PRIVATE ROOMS ONE SEATS 18 SECOND ROOM SEATS 30

Porta'Vino

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Shareables

Italian FriesUSD 7.00

Italian Mac & CheeseUSD 9.00

Cured Wild Salmon CarpaccioUSD 16.00

Arancini Risotto BallsUSD 14.00

Steamed MusselsUSD 15.00

Balloon BreadUSD 12.00

Extra MeatballUSD 4.50

Calabrese Crispy ShrimpUSD 19.00

Cornflake CalamariUSD 15.00

Artichoke FromaggioUSD 16.00

PolpetteUSD 13.00

White Bean Soup (S)USD 8.00

White Bean Soup (Lg)USD 15.00

Green Stuff

Spinach SaladUSD 15.00

Chopped WedgeUSD 14.00

Porta'vino Salad (Lg)USD 11.00

Ella's Caesar (Lg)USD 11.00

Ella's Caesar (sm)USD 6.00

Porta'vino Salad (sm)USD 6.00

Pizza

PepperoniUSD 18.00

Cauliflower CrustUSD 4.00

MargheritaUSD 16.00

IL TuttoUSD 21.00

Short RibUSD 19.00

Pasta

Cacio e Pepe MezzalunaUSD 18.00

Butternut squash ravioliUSD 17.00

Spaghetti & MeatballsUSD 17.00

Wild Boar BologneseUSD 29.00

Truffled Rigatoni PastaUSD 29.00

Shrimp FraDiavoloUSD 27.00

LasagnaUSD 20.00

Mains

Veal & RisottoUSD 29.00

Cast Iron Seared Diver ScallopsUSD 29.00

Honey, Garlic Pork TenderloinUSD 28.00

Citrus Grilled SalmonUSD 28.00

Baramundi Sea BassUSD 29.00

Flat Iron SteakUSD 29.00

Chicken ParmesanUSD 24.00

Braised Short RibsUSD 29.00

Sweets

Coconut Cream PieUSD 9.00

TiramisuUSD 9.00

Medium Rare BrownieUSD 9.00

Drink

MilkUSD 3.00

Homemade LemonadeUSD 5.00

Iced TeaUSD 2.75

Rambler Hill Country Sparkling WaterUSD 3.25

Soft DrinksUSD 2.95

White Wine

Flowers ChardonnayUSD 41.00

Kettmeir Pinot GrigioUSD 29.00

Stout Sauvignon Blanc "Granny Rae"USD 34.00

Cakebread Chardonnay Magnum (1.5 Liter)USD 99.00

J. D. Villebois SancerreUSD 38.00

Merry Edwards Sauvignon BlancUSD 49.00

Alma Rosa ChardonnayUSD 44.00

Daou RoseUSD 21.00

Bernardus Sauvignon BlancUSD 29.00

Les Sarrins RoseUSD 25.00

Albert Bichot ChablisUSD 36.00

Darioush ViognierUSD 67.00

Chalk Hill Chardonnay 2018USD 32.00

Cakebread Chardonnay 2018USD 46.00

Far Niente Chardonnay 2018USD 58.00

Red Wine

Clos Du Val Red Blend "Yettalil"USD 147.00

Cade Howell Mountain CabernetUSD 99.00

The Pact CabernetUSD 98.00

Vaso CabernetUSD 89.00

Revana "Terroir Series" CabernetUSD 83.00