Pizzeria Portofino

4.8

1679 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 205 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views
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
Website
http://www.pizzeriaportofino.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Catering
Pizzeria Portofino offers semi- private dining for any size group, whether an intimate party of 8 or a large celebration throughout the entire restaurant space. The Special Events team is 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
Neighborhood
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, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

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.
ST. PADDYS DAY X PIZZERIA PORTOFINO
$10.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 16, 2025 only
Get the luckiest seats in the city to see the green river, at Pizzeria Portofino
ST. PADDYS DAY X PIZZERIA PORTOFINO
$10.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 15, 2025 only
Get the luckiest seats in the city to see the green river, at Pizzeria Portofino

Popular dishes

Baked Goat Cheese & Arrabiata$16.00
Rosemary, Focaccia
Prime Beef Meatballs$14.00
Parmigiana, Basil, Pomodoro
Calamari Fritti$21.00
Tomato Diavolo, Lemon
Prosciutto San Daniele$22.00
Focaccia, Whipped Ricotta, Local Honey
Tuna Tartare$19.00
Basil Pesto Aioli
Crispy Parmesan Fries$14.00
Garlic Aioli
Portuguese Octopus$17.00
Calabrian Oregano, Crispy Potatoes, Portofino Vinaigrette
Roasted Garlic Bread$12.00
Parmesan Garlic Butter, Rosemary
Whipped Ricotta & Black Mission Fig Bruschetta$17.00
Candied Pecans, Aged Balsamic
Imported Burrata & Bosc Pears$17.00
Agrodolce, Honey, Balsamic

Salads

Arugula$14.00
Shaved Fennel, Aged Parmesan
Mediterranean$17.00
Tomato, Cucumber, Feta, Black Olive, Red Onion
Romaine Caesar$14.00
Amalfi Lemon Vinaigrette
Roasted Beets & Winter Citrus$17.00
Ricotta Salata, Arugula, Honey

Pizza

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

Margherita$19.00
Tomato, Fior di Latte, Geneovese Basil
Fresca$26.00
Mozzarella, Parmesan, Arugula, Sicilian Lemon, Prosciutto
Classic Cheese$18.00
Mozzarella, Parmesan, Crushed Campania Tomato
Charred Pepperoni$23.00
Ezzo Pepperoni, Mozzarella, Mama Lil's Peppers, Portofino Hot Honey
Black Truffle & Three Cheese$33.00
Housemade Ricotta, Black Truffle Crema
Italian Sausage & Fennel$20.00
Caramelized Onion, Fresh Mozzarella, Parmesan
Meatball & Ricotta$22.00
Fior Di Latte, Parmesan, Spicy Giardiniera
Due Funghi$20.00
Roasted Mushrooms, Mozzarella, Porcini Crema
Braised Lamb & Feta$32.00
Mint Gremolata, Garlic Confit, Parmesan
Brussel Sprout$19.00
Smoked Mozzarella, Controne Chili, Pecorino

Pasta

Spaghetti Marinara$19.00
Crushed Tomato, Basil
Pesto Genovese$17.00
Ligurian trofie Pasta, Parmesan
Rigatoni Vodka$21.00
Whipped Burrata, Calabrian Chili, Basil
Cacio e Pepe$19.00
Toasted Peppercorns, Pecorino Romano
Spaghetti Limone$17.00
Amalfi Lemon Oil, Basil, Parmesan
Tortellini en Brodo$19.00
Roasted Chicken, Ricotta, Parmesan

Portofino Classics

Grilled Faroe Islands Salmon$32.00
Tuscan Kale, Cannellini Beans, Pancetta
Mediterranean Branzino$38.00
Castelvetrano Olive Salmoriglio, Frisee, Charred Lemon
Bar Harbor Mussels$30.00
Roasted Tomato, Calabrian Chili, Basil, Focaccia
Chicken Piccata$27.00
Brown Butter, Capers, Roasted Yukon Potatoes

What 1,679 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 is celebrated for its "amazing food" and "outstanding service," making it a "favorite place" for many diners. Notable dishes include the octopus appetizer and charred pepperoni pizza. The ambiance is lively, enhanced by a scenic riverfront location. Despite occasional noise and seating issues, it's highly recommended for its "delicious" cuisine and "memorable" celebrations.

1,679 Reviews

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Alejandra
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
greater server, great food, and great atmosphere! spent the best valentine’s day ❤️
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Raymond
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I recently dined at Pizza Portofino, and I was beyond impressed! The food was absolutely delicious, with every bite bursting with fresh, authentic flavors. The pizza had the perfect balance of a crisp crust, rich sauce, and high-quality toppings. What really stood out, though, was the staff—they were amazing! From the moment we walked in, everyone was friendly, attentive, and incredibly quick. Our food arrived much faster than expected, and the service was seamless throughout the meal. If you’re looking for a great dining experience with fantastic food and top-notch service, Pizza Portofino is the place to go!
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cristina
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food is good , I do got plastic on my food , that was kinda of a turn off
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Denisse
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food, knowledgeable servers, great service! Will be back!
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Taylor
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time here! This place is so cute! The wait is not long but you do have to make reservations. After checking in they do seat you immediately after. Our server was very pleasant. The food was marvelous! Will be coming back. I love my experience here so much. Made a little food vlog here as well on instagram and TikTok @Tayloorree
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Sofia
Minneapolis
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So so good! Great food, beautiful restaurant, amazing server! Definitely recommend the spicy rigatoni and the aperol drinks.
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Shubham
Chicago
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food is just alright 2/5 based on the long reservations. Service is okayish, ambience is great.
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Sarah
VIP
Milwaukee
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
No heart shape pizza and rushed me outta there. That’s rude
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William
Unspecified
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Pizza and pasta were both ok at best. Octopus appetizer was the only outstanding thing.
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Elsa
Baja California
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, the place is amazing and excellent service and recommendations
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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 1679 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 205 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

317 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654-4701

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Clark Street & 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

Website
http://www.pizzeriaportofino.com/
Phone number
(312) 900-9018
Catering
Pizzeria Portofino offers semi- private dining for any size group, whether an intimate party of 8 or a large celebration throughout the entire restaurant space. The Special Events team is 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!

Pizzeria Portofino

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Enclosed & Heated Patio Table

ST. PADDYS DAY X PIZZERIA PORTOFINO

ST. PADDYS DAY X PIZZERIA PORTOFINO

Margherita

Charred Pepperoni

Lamb Sausage

Specials

Pretty in Pink$19.00

Shrimp Scampi Pizza$26.00

Audrey's Lasagna$23.00

Antipasti

Baked Goat Cheese & Arrabiata$16.00

Prime Beef Meatballs$14.00

Calamari Fritti$21.00

Prosciutto San Daniele$22.00

Tuna Tartare$19.00

Crispy Parmesan Fries$14.00

Portuguese Octopus$17.00

Roasted Garlic Bread$12.00

Whipped Ricotta & Black Mission Fig Bruschetta$17.00

Imported Burrata & Bosc Pears$17.00

Salads

Arugula$14.00

Mediterranean$17.00

Romaine Caesar$14.00

Roasted Beets & Winter Citrus$17.00

Pizza

Margherita$19.00

Fresca$26.00

Classic Cheese$18.00

Charred Pepperoni$23.00

Black Truffle & Three Cheese$33.00

Italian Sausage & Fennel$20.00

Meatball & Ricotta$22.00

Due Funghi$20.00

Braised Lamb & Feta$32.00

Brussel Sprout$19.00

Pasta

Spaghetti Marinara$19.00

Pesto Genovese$17.00

Rigatoni Vodka$21.00

Cacio e Pepe$19.00

Spaghetti Limone$17.00

Tortellini en Brodo$19.00

Portofino Classics

Grilled Faroe Islands Salmon$32.00

Mediterranean Branzino$38.00

Bar Harbor Mussels$30.00

Chicken Piccata$27.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Pizzeria Portofino offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Pizzeria Portofino restaurant rated?

Is Pizzeria Portofino currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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