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Portofino Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar, Myrtle Beach, SC

Portofino Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar

4.8
4.8
589 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Open Table DINER'S CHOICE AWARD 2024!
An elegant atmosphere to relax and taste uniquely authentic food, with a twist of Italian creativity! House made focaccia, pesto, lasagna, eggplant parm, zuppa di pesce .....and many other dishes that match the best Italian culinary tradition! And our vibrant bar is ready to serve any cocktails, liquors and a large selection of Italian and international wines. Giovanni and Ilma Carapelli are waiting to welcome you!












Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 712-1029
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Myrtle Beach
  • Cross street
    on N.Kings HWY, close to the corner with Chestnut road
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cafe, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access

What 589 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
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Italian

  • Myrtle Beach

    Best Overall

  • Myrtle Beach

    Romantic

  • Myrtle Beach

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Portofino Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar offers an authentic Italian dining experience in Myrtle Beach. With "the best Italian food" in the area, the restaurant features "exceptional service" and a cozy ambiance perfect for any occasion. Guests rave about the "amazing" pasta, exquisite desserts, and extensive wine selection.

589 Reviews
  1. Gary

    VIP

    Charlotte

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time trying this new restaurant. The experience was great. Even though it was on NYE, the restaurant was very well organized and managed. The atmosphere was fun and enjoyable. The services from the hosts and the waiter were professional and personal. Food were delicious. We totally enjoyed the experience and food, and we will definitely be back. Thank you.

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  2. Thomas

    VIP

    Charleston

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful dinner at Portofino on New Year's Eve. Despite a full house, BJ provided a great old fashioned when we entered and Joe was with us every step of the meal. My wife loved the manicotti and seafood special and the short rib special with risotto was outstanding. Oh, and I almost forgot the marvelous lentil soup. Portofino continues to be one of the best; if not the outright best; run restaurant in Myrtle Beach. The food is always hot, always tasty and the staff is always professional.

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  3. Richard

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time here and was a gem in the rough meaning without visiting or a good reputation we would not have gone. Was a very pleasant surprise. A little on the pricey side but not excessive for resort prices

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  4. Charles

    Baltimore

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nick was an outstanding server. The food was very tasty and the drinks were fantastic

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  5. Jane

    VIP

    Charleston

    112 reviews

    5.0

    112 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always fantastic! We tried the mussels and they were fantastic...and we loved the chicken parmesan and pasta....they had potato leek soup and that was also delicious....we always drink the Super Tuscan Ripogrande red wine and it is super....the service is 5 star....we love it there.... Giovanni and Ilma make the place very warm and inviting....
    Portofino Italian Kitchen & Wine BarResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks so much!!!!! We will be looking forward to your next visit!

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  6. David

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second Christmas Eve in a row, AWESOME! Looking forward to next Christmas already.
    Portofino Italian Kitchen & Wine BarResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much, very appreciated, Happy New Year!

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  7. Janet

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was not very good. My pasta had so much pepper on it I couldn’t eat it and it was very dry.
    Portofino Italian Kitchen & Wine BarResponded on December 25, 2024
    I am very surprised by your comments. We have 2 dishes with fresh black pepper: one is "cacio e pepe", which means cheese and pepper, it is always very creamy, as made with heavy cream. The other one is Carbonara, which also requires a generous sprinkle of pepper but it is not made with heavy cream, and it is not supposed to be creamy. Not sure which one you had, I can assure both follow the most authentic Italian recipes and are prepared exactly as they should. Having said that, if you had mentioned to your waiter we would have gladly prepared a new dish without extra pepper.

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  8. joanne

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    D E L I C I O U S!!! Food was amazing and wonderfully presented. Staff is friendly and professional. A must go!
    Portofino Italian Kitchen & Wine BarResponded 6 days ago
    T H A N K Y O U!!! :) very much appreciated Joanne!!!

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  9. JOHN

    VIP

    Wilmington

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a great experience. Our favorite Italian restaurant hands down. One of the top 5 restaurant's in Myrtle Beach.
    Portofino Italian Kitchen & Wine BarResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks John very much, always a pleasure meeting you and your family!

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  10. Jane

    VIP

    Charleston

    112 reviews

    5.0

    112 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect… the bruschetta, butternut squash soup, Super Tuscan wine, chicken Parmesan was crispy and delicious! And tartufo and carrot cake were superb💞

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Portofino Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 589 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Portofino Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar

9734 N Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572-4013

Additional information

  • Cross street
    on N.Kings HWY, close to the corner with Chestnut road
  • Neighborhood
    Myrtle Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cafe, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access
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