Review Caffe Portofino - Miami

Outstanding dining experience! We started our dinner with a lentil and legumes soup. Following that I’ve ordered the ravioli ossobuco in which the traditional pasta shape in filled with a very tender braised ossobuco meat coated in a rich sauce and topped with sauted shrimp. Simply delicious! My companions ordered the veal Marsala which had a very fragrant and tasty Marsala sauce and the Red snapper paired with veggies which was very tender and also wonderful. The portions were very generous. Our wine choices were Treviso Prosecco and Costa de Bussia Barolo and just made the dinner even more pleasurable. We topped our dinner with a strawberry zabaioni. The staff’s service was excellent, courteous, knowledgeable and very friendly and we really give kudos to the management and its team for providing us with an unforgettable dining experience! Highly recommended!

The food is delicious. That said, if you enjoy waiting 1:30 hrs for food, then this is your place. We were the first table to be seated for dinner, yet it took way to long. By the time food came, we were very hungry and the portions aren't that big.

5-stars all around! The food was delicious and incredibly authentic. My husband had the lasagna and it was incredible. I had the chicken Milanese and substituted the spaghetti marranada for fettuccini Alfredo. The chicken was pounded thin and was crisped to perfection. You could also tell that the pasta from the fettuccini was fresh, and the sauce was not too heavy at all. The service was better than 5-stars. The waiters were all extremely attentive and knowledgeable. We were not rushed at any point in our meal, which showed the true authenticity of this Italian restaurant. The atmosphere was perfect. The lighting and mood were romantic but lively. All in all I can’t wait to go back here!

So, I had a dinner date with a really good friend of mine. We went and the first thing they did was open the door for us. Then we chose our table. Our server explained the specials and then we ordered. We got this creamy corn soup which was really good. Then I also put in for the charcuterie board. The cheese and prosciutto were displayed perfect. The items provided were so good. We also had fresh bread with bruschetta. It was good as well. Our main items came in and I had risotto with asparagus and cheese with a type of steak. It was awesome! The steak was so tender and well seasoned. The risotto perfectly cooked and so creamy. My friend had a fish fried in this lemon butter sauce and a vegetable medley. It was fresh and tangy but really good. Then we had the tiramisu. Not that sweet which we really appreciated and we enjoyed the crispys on top. The caffe late we had actually paired really well with the tiramisu. The atmosphere was warm and comfortable. The paintings on the wall were beautiful. The establishment was really clean as well. The employees were so nice and professional. I can't wait to go back. I would recommend a reservation just in case because the time we went it wasn't that busy but then it picked up. If you like Italian food then I highly recommend this place.

Really a great dining experience. The staff was super attentive without being intrusive. Menu isn’t huge so easy to make a choice. Had the special rib-eye with risotto, wasn’t super delighted with the meal. Will definitely go back and try other items on the menu.

Second time dining here and my husband and I are always very happy with their food and service. So great to have a more upscale option in the neighborhood.

The best clams linguine in S Miami, Pinecrest, Palmetto Bay and Cutler Bay!!!

At portofino the food is delicious! The staff is warm and kind. I love this restaurant . Mauricio the owner always tries to accommodate any of your needs. Thank you , Lily & Nelson

Always a spectacular meal. The fish in lobster sauce and the short rib risotto are unlike anything you’ll ever have. The service is 5 star and ambiance relaxed yet upscale. If you don’t have a reservation, you will have a wait. Mauricio, the owner and his staff do a wonderful job.

Relaxed Romantic atmosphere, reasonable pricing, classic Italian dishes, good wine selection. I took advantage of the fantastic early evening specials & exquisite desserts. I loved that the menu was varied yet not too long. The salad was fresh & entrees well prepared & cooked. My memory was plesantly refreshed as this long established restaurant has been a favorite in the past & will continue to be.

Came just for dessert and coffee and were very satisfied

My family and I have been going to this restaurant since 2006 and I have to tell you that it is our favorite restaurant by far! First off the ambiance is exactly what you would expect from a 5 Star Restaurant. It has a certain charm and coziness to it that sets the tone for the evening. Now lets discuss the staff. Since we first went in 2006 the staff of waiters has remained the same which tells you a lot about how well they are treated by the establishment and how much they enjoy working there. They all know the menu and specials without skipping a beat and their level of service is beyond compare. There are two owners that I'm aware of and they are there every night. One of the owners is the house chef and the other runs things in the dining area. The one who runs the dining area always greets all the tables and makes it a point to get to know his customers on a first name basis. Saving the best for last, the quality of food and wine selection. One of the main reasons this our favorite restaurant is due to the consistent quality of food no matter what you pick from the menu or specials. Every time you go there for dinner your food will always come out steaming hot and tasting better than the last time. I'm sure this has a lot to do with the fact that one of the owners is the house chef. The wine selection is not your run of the mill selections you will find in most restaurants. Since they are from Argentina, which is very well known for their wines, you get a chance to really experience a great selection of wines that pair very well with whatever you're in the mood for. Once you give this place a try you will be hooked!

Great service. Food is delicious.

Food is good but service was extremely slow despite only 2 tables occupied at first. The food portion was also very small, I felt like I needed to order 2 entrees. Overall it's ok, most likely won't return due to portion and price ratio.

This is a quaint little place with lots of ambience and terrific food. The staff was excellent too. I highly recommend it!

Hosted my daughter’s communion cportofino. Could not have been more pleased. The food and service was excellent! Everyone loved it! The place looked great. Beautiful remodeling! Thank you Mauricio!!

Exquisite and Quaint little diamond in Kendall, this beauty offers up an incredibly tasty menu. With it's authentic Italian food, decor and staff I highly recommend it.

I was there for my cousins bridal shower... It's a very quaint cozy place. I loved it! Our party fit in there perfectly. We had 3 options for our entrees... And I loved mine! Everyone was very professional and the staff layed low in a GOOD way! Highly recommend.�

Excellent food and service. We have been visiting family here for many years and just discovered this restaurant. Will definitely eat here again when we return in late March

Love this Restaurant, excellent food and service like always.

Had dinner on a very quiet Wednesday night - fantastic service, wonderful food - so much lasagna I couldn't finish it - didn't try the red wine because they don't cool it - it's sitting on the bar - no thank you! The house Chardonnay was good. But the Desert! get the tiramisu - you won't be disappointed. We are going back for sure!

One of our favorite close to home spot. The food and service is always amazing

Have been coming here for years! The food and staff are amazing!

This place NEVER disappoints!!!! EXCELLENT food! EXCELLENT service! Great wine selection! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

Excelente! La comida, la presentación y las atenciones me encantaron.

Excelente comida, muy buena atención y ambiente agradable para la familia

Great restaurant, excellent service and good food.