Pizzeria Portofino

4.8

1750 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 300 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

Location
317 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654-4701
Phone number
(312) 900-9018
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
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

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.
Spring Cocktail Class
$95.00 per person
Prepaid
Apr 7, 2025 only
6:00 PM
Off site at 317 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
Sip, snack & shake up fresh spring cocktails with us! Grab your friends and join us for a night of fun and fabulous cocktails! **Hosted at RPM Events*
Bellini's & Brunch X Portofino
$5.00 per person
Prepaid
Apr 20, 2025 only
Spring has sprung and we're celebrating the new season, riverside! Joins us for brunch as we celebrate with a DIY Bellini bar, cookies, Easter baskets and your favorite brunch bites

Popular dishes

Mozzarella en Carrozza$8.00
Diavola Sauce, Aged Parmesan
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
Brussels Sprouts$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 1,750 people are saying

Pizzeria Portofino reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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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 "beautiful riverside view" paired with "amazing food and service." Guests enjoy its "lively atmosphere" and "outstanding pizza." The restaurant is a "perfect spot for summer dining" and "ideal for celebrations." While some found it noisy, the overall experience is "highly recommended."

1,751 Reviews

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jennifer VIP
Phoenix5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Made reservations for during a work trip. We're seated quickly even on a busy evening. Food was amazing! We had 3 appetizers for our table of 7 (fries, meatballs, and calamari). All were delicious! Entrees were equally satisfying and dessert finished off a great evening. Would highly recommend and would come back again if in town.
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Lynn
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a really great place to eat! Would highly recommend
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my absolute favorite lunch spot.... I love eating lunch here with the wonderful riverwalk views, the boats, the river, etc. The food is absolutely amazing and my favorite lunch dish is the Arugula Salad w/shrimp, and a Portofino Spritz. Now if you want to take it to another level my favorite and I mean favorite is CODY, the best service, the best waiter they have hands down. So polite and such a beautiful human.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We absolutely loved the food, everything was a 10/10 across the board!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food is great! We love it! A little cramped but the food makes up for it!
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Constantine J. VIP
Milwaukee16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a lovely experience with amazing food and service at a great place..
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Alexis VIP
Chicago19 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We PREPAID per person for a birthday outing to be packed like sardines on the patio where you were either freezing or had your head burning from direct heat from open heaters on top. Most disappointing that we took grandma for her birthday where she could not get in and out easily from the table and then they never brought out dessert or sang to her when it was noted and I called and spoke to someone and then reminded the hostess when we were being seated and a fourth time to the waiter! Then I tried to make it up by purchasing a shirt there and no one could find the correct sizing or help us. We do taxes for many RPM employees and this was a disappointment unfortunately or would have given a higher rating.
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Sarah
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect experience!! Food and Kevin were amazing !!
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Karina VIP
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great waitress! Food was excellent. Fun atmosphere and great pizza.
Pizzeria PortofinoResponded today
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the pizza, atmosphere, and especially the whipped ricotta. We appreciate your feedback on the Caesar salad and share it with our chef team. Hope to see you again soon! Cheers!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice service great food with a beautiful view of the river
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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 1750 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 300 times today

Experiences are available.

317 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654-4701

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(312) 900-9018
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
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Pizzeria Portofino

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Enclosed & Heated Patio Table

Spring Cocktail Class

Bellini's & Brunch X Portofino

Margherita

Charred Pepperoni

Rueben Pizza

Specials

Rueben Pizza$23.00

Antipasti

Mozzarella en Carrozza$8.00

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

Brussels Sprouts$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

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