Cafe Portofino

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

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   Lee

   Unspecified1 review

   2.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   Portions were small for an Italian restaurant. Flavor was fair, bread was an extra charge and was slightly stale. Host was unfriendly.
   

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   Amber VIP

   Dallas - Fort Worth10 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 13, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a treat when in Kaua’i. Authentic Italian with a lovely wine list.
   

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   Nancy VIP

   Denver / Colorado5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 13, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Cafe Portofino is consistently excellent year after year. The food is authentically Italian (high quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar at every table) and excellent quality, the view right in front of the ocean is spectacular, the service is great, the wine is reasonably priced, and a few nights each week there is live, gentle and soothing music. And it’s one of the few places that still uses white linen tablecloths. I’d highly recommend Cafe Portofino.
   

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   Otis

   Hawaii2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on May 12, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   I substituted potatoes with my filet mignon for creamed spinach, which I got steamed spinach instead. The steak was good, but the steamed spinach was not what I ordered, but didn’t mind because I thought it was included in the meal. We were rushed out of the restaurant as they were closing, so I didn’t realize the additional $15 charge for steamed spinach. Be sure to check your bill before leaving this restaurant.
   

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   Emily

   Hawaii28 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on May 8, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   A hidden slice of Italy in the heart of Kauai. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is warm and romantic — like a cozy trattoria by the sea. The ravioli pasta was hands down the best I’ve had — rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. What made the night truly special was the live violinist. Their performance was delicate, emotional, and absolutely masterful. If you’re ever in Kauai, don’t miss this unforgettable dining experience.
   

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   Joan

   Atlantic City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great restaurant with beautiful ocean view and food was outstanding. We started with Escargot, fried calamari and salad for appetizers. We had Ravioli, fettuccine bolognese, swordfish fresh catch and Shrimp Trastevere for dinner. Each dish was delightful. Service was great from Ivy! Tiramisu for dessert was delicious.
   

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   Patrick VIP

   Phoenix3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Sat on the patio looking out over the beach - AWESOME! The wait staff seemed a bit out of sync as it took extra time to be waited on, but it eventually got sorted out. Food was excellent and prices were fair. We will definitely consider going back.
   

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   Jeanette VIP

   Orange County41 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 28, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Family dinner (6 adults) - we enjoyed thoroughly! Great service and wonderful food. Thank you for taking such good care of our table.
   

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   Gerald VIP

   Hawaii57 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 27, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent service and atmosphere Nice View. Food was great
   

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    Catherine VIP

    Tahoe9 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1

    The restaurant is in a beautiful location with views of the bay. The service was excellent. Unfortunately, those are the only two things the restaurant has going for it. The decor is leftover hotel ballroom - no ambviance. The food was inedible, literally. The salad was so old that the lettuce was almost completely tinged with orange. I could not eat it. The fish was rubbery and old and the sauce really badly done. We could not eat most of the meal. Do not go here.
    

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