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Main Dining Room - Porto, Boston, MA

Porto

4.8
4.8
1905 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Porto boasts a large and beautiful heated patio space with a retractable awning and sides in the middle of Boston's Back Bay neighborhood. The menu is inspired by Coastal Mediterranean selections with a focus on Italy's coast. Porto is located on Ring Road in Boston's Bay Bay, steps from the Prudential Center and Copley, next door to Saks Fifth Avenue.

Enjoy a lively meal in either of Porto's well appointed dining rooms, or indulge in a casual meal at the bar or kitchen counter seating, overlooking the oyster bar and open kitchen. Porto's one-of-a-kind outdoor patio and bar overlooks Ring Road with Boylston Street views, and serves as a Mediterranean oasis, right in the heart of Back Bay.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Modern European
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Porto offers parking validation at a discounted rate of $18 after 5PM for the Prudential Parking Garage. The closest entrance to the Prudential Parking Garage from Porto is the North Entrance facing Ring Road.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Josue Louis & Jody Adams
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Private party facilities
    Porto’s private dining exudes the aesthetics of a modern Coastal Italian restaurant. Coffered concrete ceilings and mirrored accents beautifully contrast our leather banquettes and warm wooden toned tables to make for a warm and invited space. Please email Kristina@Porto-Boston.com for details.
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Experiences

  • Pre-Symphony Prix Fixe Dinner

    $49.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at Porto Tuesday - Saturday at 5pm for a delicious 3 course dinner for just $49 per person before heading to the Symphony. Enjoy your choice of antipasti, entree and dessert from our Prix Fixe menu and savor a delightful dinner ahead of the performance. This menu is exclusively available for a 5pm reservation only and there is no better way to make a delicious evening out of your Boston Symphony experience!
    Pre-Symphony Prix Fixe Dinner Photo

What 1,905 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Porto offers a vibrant dining experience with "impeccable service" and delicious Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Highlights include the "best patio in Boston," expertly prepared seafood like the Piatto di Mare and Branzino, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The attentive staff ensure a memorable visit, making Porto a must-try destination.
1,905 Reviews
  1. Michael

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Porto is one of our favorite places to eat on Boston. The menu selection is a perfect mix of vegetarian, seafood, and meat options. Our choices were very tasty with just the right proportions. However, if you like robust proportions you may want to add a salad and/or antipasto as the main entrees may not be enough. Porto has an excellent drink and wine menu, too. The way minor complaint was the noise level in the far dining room was quite high due to a large, 20-something person party that clearly had been generously imbibing. Fortunately , that party left after about half hour, but not before we had asked our waiter to be reseated at another table in the first dining room. The rest of our evening was perfect. The staff at Porto is excellent, and very friendly and knowledgeable.

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  2. Vasili VIP

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and the food was delicious. The drinks were awesome and original. Very energetic atmosphere.

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  3. Paul VIP

    Greater Boston116 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We recently dined at Porto with a party of 20, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish! Our server, Moises, truly elevated the evening with his impressive knowledge of both wine and food. He expertly guided us through the menu, offering fantastic pairings that complemented each dish perfectly. The atmosphere was lively and inviting, while the food itself was nothing short of delicious. Moises's attentive service and warm demeanor made our celebration unforgettable. We can't wait to return!

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  4. Julia VIP

    Cincinnati9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant week price fix menu! Best espresso martini!

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  5. Paul VIP

    Greater Boston116 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A special thanks to manager Ned, who went above and beyond to accommodate our late arrival, ensuring our evening went smoothly. His attentiveness and warm hospitality made a significant difference. I can't wait to return for another fantastic meal!

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  6. ChefTrish

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service wonderful! The music was a bit loud and “clubby”- a wonderful birthday dinner with family!

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  7. Celeste VIP

    Chicago23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food at Porto is quite good, though selections are somewhat limited and there are no specials. I highly recommend the Duck Ragu Papardelle and a friend raved about the Eggplant Parmesan. Our server, Chloe, was exceptional! She was so professional, kind and thoughtful. Tow of our friends were visiting from Florida, travel extensively, and are very particular about food and wine. They found Porto to be among the best restaurants they have ever visited. I agree!

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  8. Allison

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service were amazing. Highly recommend.

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  9. maurac VIP

    Greater Boston31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect night of delicious food and amazing cocktails.

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  10. Ken VIP

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the Kale & Shaved Brussel Sprouts Salad, the House Foccacia, and the Whole Seared Branzino. Highly recommend all of them. The branzino was incredble. A bit pricey, but worth it especially if you fan of branzino.

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FAQs

Porto offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 536-1234.

Porto is rated 4.8 stars by 1905 OpenTable diners.

Porto does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Porto

Ring Road, Boston, MA 02199-7820

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Modern European
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Porto offers parking validation at a discounted rate of $18 after 5PM for the Prudential Parking Garage. The closest entrance to the Prudential Parking Garage from Porto is the North Entrance facing Ring Road.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Josue Louis & Jody Adams
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Private party facilities
    Porto’s private dining exudes the aesthetics of a modern Coastal Italian restaurant. Coffered concrete ceilings and mirrored accents beautifully contrast our leather banquettes and warm wooden toned tables to make for a warm and invited space. Please email Kristina@Porto-Boston.com for details.
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