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Porta'Vino - The Woodlands, The Woodlands, TX

Porta'Vino - The Woodlands

4.7
4.7
589 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for groups
Discover delicious modern Italian & incredible wine prices at Porta'Vino in The Woodlands!

Porta'Vino offers an impressive wine list at prices competitive with local discount wine stores! In fact, many guests purchase cases of wine to go, so we consider Porta'Vino part wine store. You are also welcome to BYOB for a corkage fee.

Signature dishes include Calabrese Crispy Shrimp, Balloon Bread, Wild Boar Bolognese, Barramundi Sea Bass & our Double-Cut Smoked Pork Chop! Make sure to save room for our Coconut Cream Pie, Medium Rare Brownie, or Apple Crisp. You can't go wrong with our menu selections.

The restaurant has a welcoming dining room, a spacious patio, and private dining rooms for events. A free parking garage is located behind the restaurant. Park, Dine, then walk to the nearby Woodlands Pavilion.

Porta'Vino also hosts a Winemaker Dinner Series. To receive invitations to these special events, please email events@portavino.com.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar, Modern Tuscan
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (346) 237-5380
  • Website
    https://portavino.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    On-site or set up locally in The Woodlands for lunch or dinner events. Please call to confirm your event and details. Servers can be provided at off-site events with prior coordination for an additional fee.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining spaces complete with A/V (projector - screen - microphone), and menu options built with your event in mind. Please call to inquire about availability, booking options and A/V requirements needed.
  • Location
    207 East Shore Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77380
  • Neighborhood
    The Woodlands
  • Cross street
    Grogans Mill Road & East Shore Drive (close to Woodlands Parkway).
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Cakebread Cellars Wine Dinner

    $200.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jan 13, 2025 only
    6:30 PM
    Since its founding in 1973, the Cakebread family has set out to create quality wines that pair best with good food and good company. We hope that you will join us! Menu: First Shrimp, Beurre Blanc, Haricot Vert salad w/ Champagne Vinaigrette Cakebread Sauv Blanc Second Seared Scallop, English Peas, Tarragon, Truffle Oil Cakebread Chardonnay Third Pork Belly, Baked Apple, Sherry Vinegar Agra Dolce Cakebread Pinot Noir Fourth Short Ribs, Smoked Onion Potato Mash, Porcini Jus Cakebread Cabernet Fifth Cherry Crumble Dancing Bear Cabernet The event will begin with a reception at 6:30 pm, followed by dinner at 7 pm. Tickets are not refundable. If plans change, we recommend transferring them. Note: Food & Wine subject to change.

Menu

Shareables

  • Steamed Mussels (large)$20.00

    miso broth, blistered tomato, mushrooms, & focaccia bread

    • Steamed Mussels$12.00

      miso broth, blistered tomato, mushrooms, & focaccia bread

      • Calabrese Crisp Shrimp$17.00

        andouille sausage & Calabrese aioli

        • NEW Bruschetta Board$16.00

          grilled focaccia, five-cheese fondue, checca, spinach artichoke spread & roasted garlic

          • Cornflake Calamari$15.00

            with pepperoncini & Calabrese aioli

            • Arancini Risotto Balls$13.00

              stuffed with five cheeses & served with marinara

              • Salmon Carpaccio$13.00

                house-cured, served with horseradish mustard cream & focaccia crostini

                • NEW Cannellini Bean Hummus$12.00

                  roasted garlic, checca, grilled bruschetta

                  • Balloon Bread$12.00

                    with Calabrese aioli & chimichurri sauce

                    • Polpette$11.00

                      housemade meatballs, marinara & parmesan

                      Green Stuff

                      • Ella's Caesar$6.00

                        romaine, focaccia croutons, parmesan & crispy capers

                        • Porta'Vino Salad$6.00

                          petit greens, mozzarella, strawberries, candied pecans & house vinaigrette

                          • Iceberg "The Slice"$11.00

                            grape tomato, chives, cured bacon, blue cheese dressing & balsamic glaze

                            • Roasted Beet Salad$13.00

                              arugula, cream of mascarpone and feta, pistachios & herb vinaigrette

                              • Pv Chopped Salad$22.00

                                grilled chicken, pepperoni, soppressata, bacon, mozzarella, pickled shallot, iceberg, basil, romaine, red wine vinaigrette

                                • Salad Caprese$15.00

                                  heirlooom tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil, balsamic

                                  Pizza

                                  Cauliflower Crust +$3: available for all pizzas

                                  • Il Tutto$18.00

                                    pepperoni, sausage, sopressata, beef, mushrooms & fresh veggies

                                    • Spinach & Artichoke$18.00

                                      spinach, artichoke, roasted bell pepper & feta

                                      • Margherita$15.00

                                        tomato, garlic, basil & mozzarella

                                        • Hot Chick$18.00

                                          spicy Calabrian peppers, oven-dried tomato & grilled chicken

                                          Pasta

                                          • Grilled Shrimp Pesto$25.00

                                            strozzapreti and creamy pesto sauce

                                            • Filet Strozzapreti$28.00

                                              espresso-crusted tenderloin & peppercorn cream

                                              • Lasagna$19.00

                                                layers of ricotta, mozzarella, angus beef & marinara

                                                • Wild Boar Bolognese$25.00

                                                  pappardelle, herbed ricotta & mushrooms

                                                  • Spaghetti & Meatballs$16.00

                                                    marinara & parmesan cheese

                                                    • Eggplant Parmesan$17.00

                                                      roasted eggplant, ricotta, mozzarella & marinara

                                                      • Sweet Corn Ravioli$15.00

                                                        caramelized onion, pesto creme, tomato and shallot

                                                        Mains

                                                        • Citrus-Grilled Scottish Salmon$27.00

                                                          tomato gremolata, spinach

                                                          • Barramundi Sea Bass$28.00

                                                            seasonal harvest vegetables & lemon beurre blanc

                                                            • 10-Hour Braised Shortrib$28.00

                                                              slow-roasted in red wine and aromatics and served with mushroom risotto

                                                              • Veal & Risotto$26.00

                                                                panéed with crispy artichokes, asparagus & rose sauce

                                                                • Crispy Chicken Milanese$22.00

                                                                  with arugula salad, charred lemon vinaigrette & roasted tomato puttanesca sauce

                                                                  • Double-Cut Smoked Pork Chop$29.00

                                                                    with seasonal harvest, cannellini beans & pan sauce

                                                                    Sweets

                                                                    • Coconut Cream Pie$8.00

                                                                      our #1 best seller

                                                                      • Medium Rare Brownie$8.00

                                                                        with Bluebell vanilla ice cream

                                                                        • Tiramisu$8.00

                                                                          kahlua-soaked lady finger cookies, mascarpone, whipped cream & chocolate

                                                                          Last updated: August 27, 2023

                                                                          What 589 people are saying

                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                          4.7
                                                                          4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                          • 4.8Food
                                                                          • 4.7Service
                                                                          • 4.3Ambience
                                                                          • 4.7Value

                                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                                          Loved For

                                                                          • The Woodlands

                                                                            Best Food

                                                                          • The Woodlands

                                                                            Best Value

                                                                          • The Woodlands

                                                                            Good for groups

                                                                          • The Woodlands

                                                                            Neighborhood gem

                                                                          • The Woodlands

                                                                            Great for fine wines

                                                                          • The Woodlands

                                                                            Great for outdoor dining

                                                                          • The Woodlands

                                                                            Italian

                                                                          Review summary

                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                          Porta'Vino - The Woodlands is a charming neighborhood gem known for its "delicious food" and "excellent wine selection." Guests rave about the "amazing" service and "wonderful" atmosphere. The menu offers a variety of standout dishes, including sea bass and coconut cream pie. Enjoy reasonable wine prices and a relaxed dining experience.

                                                                          589 Reviews

                                                                          1. Rick

                                                                            San Antonio

                                                                            17 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            17 reviews

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Steve and team have created a great environment for wine lovers at a very affordable price. We’ll be back!

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                                                                          2. Peter

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Houston

                                                                            37 reviews

                                                                            4.0

                                                                            37 reviews

                                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                            I strongly recommend that you upgrade your seating. They are very uncomfortable chairs and brutal to try and get through a meal. They push you to leave early they are so uncomfortable. We had a new waiter and he was trying very hard. Was on the slow side but I understand that he just got out of training. Pork chop was great!

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                                                                          3. Kathy

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Central Texas

                                                                            12 reviews

                                                                            3.0

                                                                            12 reviews

                                                                            Dined on December 14, 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 3
                                                                            2. Food 3
                                                                            3. Service 3
                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                            Waited over half an hour after our reservation time to be sat, beets on my beet salad were only half done. Appetizer given to us because of our wait was cold and of the 2 pasta dishes, one was very good and the other was undercooked and also cold. Probably compounded their situation that they had a very popular wine being offered as a tasting so maybe they just got behind and couldn’t catch up.

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                                                                          4. Doug

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Houston

                                                                            12 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            12 reviews

                                                                            Dined on December 12, 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Food is always excellent. Service is great and the wine list and prices are fantastic. We love this place!

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                                                                          5. steven

                                                                            Houston

                                                                            11 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            11 reviews

                                                                            Dined on December 8, 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            We celebrated my daughter’s birthday this past weekend. The food and service were on point. We were all very satisfied with our meal.

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                                                                          6. Cindy D

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Houston

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined on December 8, 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 3
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Great wines at reasonably prices. Food is excellent! Great presentation!

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                                                                          7. Pamela

                                                                            Houston

                                                                            275 reviews

                                                                            4.0

                                                                            275 reviews

                                                                            Dined on December 5, 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                            2. Food 3
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                            Porta Vino has the lock on great wine prices! Most restaurants inflate wine prices — this restaurant is pricing wine at a fine retail price. That is its draw. The atmosphere is minimalist, bright, and clean. Our service this time was very good. Families and groups gather here. The food is simple Italian, some relatively small portions, menu has not changed much. They need some new great classic Italian recipes.

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                                                                          8. Stan

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Houston

                                                                            27 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            27 reviews

                                                                            Dined on November 26, 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Always a favorite. Great food, wine and service at repeatable prices. We sat outdoors on a beautiful early afternoon. Service and atmosphere were excellent.

                                                                            1 person found this helpful

                                                                          9. gerald

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Houston

                                                                            19 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            19 reviews

                                                                            Dined on November 24, 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                            pleasant enviornment, attentive staff, tasty food, varied menu and fun atmosphere that allows you to bring in own wine. outside seating avail.

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                                                                          10. Leslie

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Houston

                                                                            24 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            24 reviews

                                                                            Dined on November 16, 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Fantastic restaurant! Reasonable prices, nice outdoor seating and great food! Also love that we can bring our own wine - although they have great wine prices too! One of our favorite places in The Woodlands

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                                                                          FAQs

                                                                          Porta'Vino - The Woodlands offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (346) 237-5380.

                                                                          Porta'Vino - The Woodlands is rated 4.7 stars by 589 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                          Make a reservation

                                                                          2 people
                                                                          7:30 PM
                                                                          Booked 15 times today
                                                                          Experiences are available.

                                                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                                                          Google Map for Porta'Vino - The Woodlands

                                                                          207 East Shore Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77380

                                                                          Dining areas

                                                                          Additional information

                                                                          • Cross street
                                                                            Grogans Mill Road & East Shore Drive (close to Woodlands Parkway).
                                                                          • Neighborhood
                                                                            The Woodlands
                                                                          • Hours of operation
                                                                            Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
                                                                          • Price
                                                                            $30 and under
                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                            Italian, Wine Bar, Modern Tuscan
                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                            Casual Dining
                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                            Casual Dress
                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                            Public Lot
                                                                          • Payment options
                                                                            AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                          • Additional
                                                                            Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                          • Website
                                                                            https://portavino.com/
                                                                          • Phone number
                                                                            (346) 237-5380
                                                                          • Catering
                                                                            On-site or set up locally in The Woodlands for lunch or dinner events. Please call to confirm your event and details. Servers can be provided at off-site events with prior coordination for an additional fee.
                                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                                            Private dining spaces complete with A/V (projector - screen - microphone), and menu options built with your event in mind. Please call to inquire about availability, booking options and A/V requirements needed.
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