Porto

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Porto does offer gift cards which you can purchase here .

4.8

1900 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

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

Location
Ring Road, Boston, MA 02199-7820
Phone number
(617) 536-1234
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
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Experiences

Dine Out Boston 2025
$55.00 per person
Feb 25, 2025 - Mar 14, 2025
Join us from February 25 - March 13 on Tuesdays - Fridays only for our optional Dine Out Boston Menu! This menu is a delicious 3 course Prix Fixe menu at $55 per person with optional beverage pairings for you to enjoy a taste of a few of our signature dishes at Porto Boston. Note: Your credit card used to book this reservation will NOT be charged in advance. All payment for Dine Out will be made at the restaurant on the date of your reservation through your server. The card on file is simply to hold your reservation date and time.
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!

Popular dishes

House Foccacia$8.00
dried herbs, smoked tomato, olive oil
Cauliflower Agrodolce$16.00
pecorino, pine nuts, golden raisins, shallot, anchovy
Calamari Fritti$21.00
pickled peppers, spicy tomato aioli
Porto Meatballs$18.00
parmesan, beef, pork, tomato, oregano
Burrata$23.00
fennel marmellata, grilled toast, blood orange, curly endive, chili-sumac oil, basil
Octopus A La Plancha$24.00
fingerling potato, aioli, smoked tomato, celery relish
Gnocco Fritto$18.00
san daniele prosciutto, golfetta salami, pecorino, aceto di balsamico
Roasted Delicata Squash$17.00
herb labneh, currant relish, pickled red onion, pepitas, walnut crumble, urfa, dill

House made Pasta

All pastas are made fresh everyday, in-house.

Roasted Mushroom Mafalde$30.00
parmesan, roasted oyster mushrooms, garlic butter, aleppo pepper
Pappardelle & Braised Duck Ragu$32.00
guanciale, pea shoots, orange zest, manchego, thyme
Bolognese$28.00
tomato, parmesan, pancetta
Ricotta Gnocchi$32.00
parmigiano reggiano, lemon butter, eight pepper spice, sage add truffles MKT

Entrees

Maine Course

Nonna's Eggplant Parmesan$30.00
san marzano tomato, mozzarella, bread crumbs, parmesan, basil
Seared Branzino$52.00
saffron braised fennel,cara cara oranges, hazelnut, romesco, mint
Scallops A La Plancha$44.00
celery root puree, brussels sprouts, pear, brown butter sauce, pancetta, chervil
Faroe Island Salmon$36.00
stewed farro, kumquat, charred escarole, fennel pollen, labneh, rosemary
Double Rib Lamb Chops$48.00
roasted thyme potatoes, rosemary yogurt, salsa verde, olives*
Za'atar Spiced Chicken$38.00
butternut squash caponata, tahini sauce, micro celery, sesame
Grilled Hanger Steak$42.00
fingerling potatoes, smoked olive butter, red watercress, red wine reduction sauce

Entrees To Share

Plated for 2+ guests to share

Whole Roasted Za'tar Chicken$75.00
butternut squash caponata, tahini sauce, micro celery, sesame
Mushroom Mafalde & Black Truffle$90.00
parmesan, garlic butter, roasted oyster mushrooms, aleppo pepper
Piatto Di Mare$125.00
whole roasted branzino, seared scallops, grilled octopus, crispy potatoes, broccolini
32oz Ribeye “Fiorentina”$115.00
red wine reduction sauce, roasted garlic, cippolini onion, fall chopped salad, chili-lime vinaigrette, pomegranate, rosemary

Sides

Seared Broccolini$12.00
salmorigilio, giardiniera
Smashed Crispy Potatoes$12.00
garlic butter
Truffle Fries$12.00
parmesan, truffle oil

Dessert

Lemon Meringue Cheesecake$15.00
ginger snap crumble, passionfruit curd, mint
Churros$15.00
chili chocolate sauce, lemon curd
Warm Chocolate Chip Cookie$15.00
vanilla ice cream, sea salt
Tiramisu$15.00
mascarpone, espresso, rum
Sorbet$10.00
seasonal selection

What 1,900 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
4.4Value

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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.

1,900 Reviews

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ChefTrish
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
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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Celeste VIP
Chicago23 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
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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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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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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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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Lauren VIP
Greater Boston19 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love everything about Porto! Always consistent with the best food, drinks and service. One of our favorite restaurants in Boston.
PortoResponded on February 25, 2025
Hi Lauren Our pleasure! I’m so glad to hear you and Mr. Frei had a great time with us at Porto and thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. It always means a lot to the team to hear that we’ve done a good job and especially when the feedback is as positive as us being one of your favorite restaurants in the city. I look forward to hosting you soon Thanks again, Ned
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Keivan
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We went with my parents, my aunt, and our 8 month old daughter for an early dinner at 5:30. The staff (Kenneth and Dianna) were extremely accommodating they were able to get us some bread for our daughter even though focaccia wasn’t being sold that evening. We will be back!
PortoResponded on February 25, 2025
Thanks for the review, Keivan! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed your early dinner at Porto. It's great to know that our team was able to accommodate your needs and ensure that your little one had a delicious meal. We're also glad to know that our service met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Ayse VIP
Greater Boston13 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, nice ambiance, great service. Pricier than expected but quality was great.
PortoResponded on February 25, 2025
Hey Ayse, Thank you so much for your kind words and high ratings! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food, ambiance, and service. We understand your concern about the pricing. At Porto, we strive to provide the best quality ingredients and a memorable dining experience. We believe our prices reflect that commitment. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team
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Sarah
Greater Boston6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My boyfriend and I came here over a year ago in August when the place was in full swing and had the outdoor patio going. Last night we went in the dead of winter and the vibe was warm and cozy. The food was just as good as we remembered. And validated parking for the win!!
PortoResponded on February 25, 2025
Hello Sarah, We're thrilled to hear that you and your boyfriend enjoyed your experience at Porto! We're glad that you still find our food up to the standard you remember. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back in the summer! Best, Team Porto
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Tiffany VIP
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pasta is really good and winter chopped salad is really recommended
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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 1900 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.