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El Porton, Benowa, AU-QLD

El Porton

4.8
4.8
57 Reviews
$41 to $100
Spanish

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
  • Neighborhood 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 57 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Loved For

  • Gold Coast

    Best Service

  • Gold Coast

    Best Value

  • Gold Coast

    Neighborhood gem

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Overall

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Service

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Ambiance

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Value

  • Central Gold Coast

    Neighborhood gem

  • Central Gold Coast

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Porton offers an "amazing Spanish dining experience" with "exquisite food" and a "fabulous menu." Patrons rave about the "authentic Spanish cuisine" and "friendly, attentive staff." The atmosphere is lively, though occasionally noisy. With "excellent cocktails" and "wonderful service," this "hidden gem" is highly recommended for an unforgettable meal.

57 Reviews
  1. Peita

    Gold Coast4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Friendly and attentive staff and delicious food. An enjoyable casual dining evening!

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  2. Toni

    Gold Coast6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great, fresh food. Great service. Expensive food for a shopping centre restaurant although the demographic probably wouldn’t be bothered by the cost. We chose it because it was my birthday and we had not experienced it before. We began our dining experience at 7pm and before we had finished the staff were vacuuming and mopping and resetting tables while we were still in the dining room. It was about 8.40pm. It was off putting.

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  3. Bianca

    Gold Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic. Service was friendly and helpful

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  4. john

    Gold Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been a handful of times and never disappoints, great food and service

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  5. Graziano

    Melbourne3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time at this lovely restaurant; amazing Spanish gastronomy and welcome & friendly staff!!

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  6. Maria

    Gold Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the fourth time I've been there since the restaurant opened in November and I like it more and more each time. The food is exquisite, and each new dish I try leaves me speechless. The flavors transport me home, and the white wine sangria with all that chopped fruit is unbeatable! The staff is wonderful, Gerard, Daniela, everyone, they all give excellent service, everyone is very attentive. Excellent food and service! MANY THANKS "EL PORTON" TEAM!! 😁

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  7. RON

    Gold Coast1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    A good experience. Good service and food was very nice.

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  8. Michael

    Gold Coast2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I strongly recommend El Porton for authentic Spanish dining experience. Maria immediately welcomes you like a family member and it is clear that she loves looking after her guests. I will definitely be returning.

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  9. Iggy

    Gold Coast2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It’s was delicious authentic Spanish food, well prepared and presented. Staff were lively, inviting and very welcoming. Atmosphere was good, and the night we had was just lovely. We’ll be back again… very soon.

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  10. Sharon

    Gold Coast2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    2nd time dining here, did not disappoint. Couldn’t fault anything. So good to have a consistently good local to dine at.

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FAQs

El Porton is rated 4.8 stars by 57 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for El Porton

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

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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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