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Portofino's Restaurant & Bar, a premier Italian restaurant in New Haven, CT, offers an exceptional dining experience in a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Our menu features a wide range of traditional Italian dishes, crafted with fresh ingredients and presented with flair. From classic pasta dishes to seafood and meat options, there's something for everyone at Portofino's Restaurant & Bar. Join us for lunch or dinner and enjoy our extensive selection of wine, beer, and cocktails. Whether you're in the mood for a romantic evening out or a night out with friends, our friendly staff and warm ambiance make us the perfect choice. Conveniently located at 937 State St, New Haven, CT 06511, we're just a short walk from downtown. Come taste the difference at Portofino's Restaurant & Bar, the best Italian restaurant in town.

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Shenatta Joseph
Shenatta Joseph -Google user
3 months ago
Portofino’s delivers an exceptional dining experience from start to finish. The atmosphere is elegant yet inviting. Dishes like the filet mignon highlight the fresh, high-quality ingredients. The service is impeccable—attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable.. Whether for a special occasion or a casual treat, this restaurant is a...Read More
Holland Love
Holland Love -Google user
8 years ago
Went by last night with No Reservations no problem sat at the bar a wonderful bartender Alexis she made the perfect drink and was the perfect bartender and waitress great food good night
Ivy Lin
Ivy Lin -Google user
3 years ago
Food was good but overpriced. The sea bass was def overcharged, as there was only a slim slice of it. Without the mashed potatoes, we would be far from full. And the quality didn't meet the price we paid. Gnocchi was good though!
Zhiheng “Alan” HE
Zhiheng “Alan” HE -Google user
3 years ago
Always love to come and enjoy the delicious food! Service is great too!
Matthew C
Matthew C -Google user
6 months ago
It's a New England Italian restaurant, you've been to one, you've been to all of them. Service Dine in Meal type Other Price per person $10–20 Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 3
Debi Henninger
Debi Henninger -Google user
a month ago
I stop in there once in a while to get a stuffed artichoke they make them just like my nanny and when I’m too lazy to make them that’s where I pick it up. They are so delicious thank you thank you thank you everything...Read More
Nicole Leary
Nicole Leary -Google user
5 months ago
Romantic atmosphere and delicious food! But what truly made this place shine was our waitress Paola. She was sweet, attentive, and was so helpful with my gluten restriction. Best server I've had in a while. Thank you Paola for making our date night amazing! Service Dine in Meal...Read More
Richard Aitro
Richard Aitro -Google user
5 months ago
I ordered the Zuppe Di Pesce. This is my go to dish when I go out and have always enjoyed it. However this was by far the worst version of this dish. It had no flavor. It had plenty of fish and a good variety,...Read More
Hamada Ahmad Saleh
Hamada Ahmad Saleh -Google user
a month ago
Top 5 Italian restaurants in the whole state of CT. Real people and amazing food with impeccable world class customer service! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Renee Therrien
Renee Therrien -Google user
7 months ago
We showed up, all 14 of us and asked if they had the accommodations and to our surprise the quaint little restaurant sat us and delivered THE VERY BEST authentic, delicious dinners I have ever eaten/seen!! Everything was beautiful, classy, correct, hot and delicious. No...Read More

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Atmosphere

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