Caffe Portofino

Name: Caffe Portofino
Address: 13615 South Dixie Highway Suite 117, Miami, FL, United States, 33176
Telephone: (305) 252-2869
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

650 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Since opening in 2005, Caffe Portofino has been a superb addition to the South Florida scene. Our cuisine reflects the diversity of South Florida by introducing an International fusion with an Italian zest and a touch of Caribbean flavors.
Here you will taste and experience South Florida"s eclectic style. Our haute cuisine is sure to please any palate and our friendly service will provide the ultimate dining experience. We are sure you will enjoy your visit to Caffe Portofino.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 1, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(305) 252-2869

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Vegetarian
Hours of operation
EVERYDAY at 5:30 PM Sunday to Thursday closing at 10:00pm Friday and Saturday closing at 11:00pm
Phone number
(305) 252-2869
Website
http://www.cportofino.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Israel Guzman
Private party facilities
We offer private events.
Private party contact
Mauricio: (305) 252-2869

Location
13615 South Dixie Highway Suite 117, Miami, FL 33176
Neighborhood
Palmetto Bay
Cross street
US 1
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Saint Valentine Menu
$70.00 per person
Feb 14, 2023 only
Pre Fix Menu 3 courses

Soup of the Day$8.00
Insalata Tricolore$8.00
Baby Mixed Greens, Oregano, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Portofino Salad$10.00
Julienne Cucumbers, Parmigiano & Crispy Potato Strings Tossed in a Sesame Seed Oil Vinaigrette
Over Salmon Carpaccio$15.00
Carpaccio di Manzo$15.00
Thinly Sliced Filet Mignon, Arugula, Capers, Parmigiano Cheese, & Olive Oil
Portobello Eggplant Napolitano$12.00
Grilled Portobello & Eggplant, Buffalo Mozzarella in Tomato Bisque Sauce
Short Rib Cake$14.00
Shredded Beef Short Rib with Mashed Sweet Potato with a touch of Tarragon Sauce
Fried Calamari$12.00
Fresh Tender Baby Squid Rings Fried to Perfection, Served with Fra Diablo Sauce
Pasta Fagioli Vegetables Soup$8.00
Caprese Salad$10.00
Fresh Buffalo Mozzarella, Tomatoes, Basil & Olive Oil
Caesar Salad$8.00
Romaine Lettuce, Garlic Croutons, Parmigiano & Light Anchovies Dressing
- Anchovies$10.00
- Chicken$16.00
Homemade Fresh Burrata$16.00
Prosciutto & Sundried Tomatoes with Olive Oil Figs Balsamic Glaze
Artisanal Cheese Plate$14.00
Variety of Cheeses from 3 Different Regions of Italy
- Prosciutto$18.00
Crab Cake$14.00
Crabmeat, Roasted Peppers, Onions & Shrimp Bisque Sauce
Seared Tuna Tostone$15.00
Guava Sauce Topped with Romaine & Crispy Green Plantain

Pasta & Risotto

Linguine Alle Vongole$24.00
Fresh Clams, Roasted Garlic, Fresh Basil, White Wine & Olive Oil
Spaghetti Frutti di Mare$32.00
Shrimp, Calamari, Mussels, Clams, Fresh Tomato, Roasted Garlic, With White Wine or Red Sauce
Penne Bolognese$19.00
Ground Beef & Marinara Sauce
Pear Ravioli$25.00
Homemade Ravioli, Diced Pears & Ricotta Cheese in an Amaretto-Sage Reduction
Braised Beef Ravioli$28.00
Homemade Ravioli, Low Fat Alfredo Sauce With Spinach and Roasted Red Pepper
Fettuccine della Nonna$28.00
Gluten Free Pasta With Porcini Mushrooms, Spinach, Eggplant, Fresh Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella with Aromatic White Truffle Oil
Whole Wheat Linguine Pizzaiola Sauce$16.00
- Add with Vegetables$22.00
- Add with Chicken$22.00
- Add with Shrimp$26.00
Beef Lasagna$19.00
Homemade Pasta, Ground Beef, Topped with Melted Provolone & Light Pink Sauce
Capellini Castellano$26.00
Angel Hair Pasta, Sautéed Shrimp with Pink Sauce
Kale Chicken Ravioli$25.00
Homemade Ravioli with Chicken Chunks and Kale in a Pomodoro Sauce
Risotto Dolce Vita$29.00
Shrimp, Fresh Mozzarella, Spinach, Fresh Tomato & Arborio Rice with Aromatic White Truffle Oil
Risotto Champagne$18.00
Arborio Rice, Parmigiano & White Truffle Oil
- Calamari$28.00
- Chorizo$28.00
- Porcini$32.00

Poultry & Meat

Veal Francese$25.00
Egg Dipped Veal Scaloppine or Chicken Breast in a Lemon Butter Sauce, Served with Spaghetti
Chicken Francese$19.00
Egg Dipped Veal Scaloppine or Chicken Breast in a Lemon Butter Sauce, Served with Spaghetti
Veal Parmigiana$25.00
Breaded Veal Scaloppine or Chicken, Melted Provolone Cheese, Pomodoro Sauce, Served with Spaghetti Marinara
Chicken Parmigiana$19.00
Breaded Veal Scaloppine or Chicken, Melted Provolone Cheese, Pomodoro Sauce, Served with Spaghetti Marinara
Veal Milanese$25.00
Breaded Veal Scaloppine or Chicken Breast Served with Spaghetti Marinara
Chicken Milanese$19.00
Breaded Veal Scaloppine or Chicken Breast Served with Spaghetti Marinara
Rack of Lamb$38.00
Seasoned with Fine Herbs in Mint Jelly Demi-Glaze Sauce. Served with Mashed Sweet Potato and Vegetables
Veal Marsala$25.00
Sautéed Veal Scaloppine or Chicken Breast, Wild Mushrooms, Onions, Light Demi-Glaze & Marsala. Served with Mashed Sweet Potato and Vegetables
Chicken Marsala$19.00
Sautéed Veal Scaloppine or Chicken Breast, Wild Mushrooms, Onions, Light Demi-Glaze & Marsala. Served with Mashed Sweet Potato and Vegetables
Veal Picatta$25.00
Sautéed Veal Scaloppine or chicken Breast, Lemon Butter Sauce & Capers, Served with Spaghetti
Chicken Picatta$19.00
Sautéed Veal Scaloppine or chicken Breast, Lemon Butter Sauce & Capers, Served with Spaghetti
Braised Short Rib
Slowly Cooked Beef Short Rib
- With Risotto or Vegetables$30.00
- Penne Pasta$28.00
Ossobuco di Vitello$38.00
Slowly Cooked Veal Shank with Vegetables Served Over Fettuccine or Risotto Champagne
Fish of the Day
- Market Price

Kid's Menu

Penne Pink Sauce$8.00
- With Chicken$12.00
Chicken Fingers$9.00
Served with French Fries
Fried Mozzarella$8.00
Fettuccine Alfredo$8.00
- With Chicken$12.00
Spaghetti Marinara$8.00
- With Meatballs$12.00
French Fries$5.00

Desserts

Crepe$9.00
Dulce de Leche, Nutella or Guava Served Warm with Vanilla Ice Cream
Tiramisu$9.00
Topped with Chopped Heath Bar in a Blueberry Sauce
Chocolava$9.00
Served Warm with Vanilla Ice Cream
New York Cheesecake$9.00
Add Guava Sauce, Blueberry Sauce or Raspberry Sauce
Vanilla Panna Cotta$9.00
Served with Wild Blueberry Sauce
Guava Tart$9.00
Served Warm with Vanilla Ice Cream
Mud Pie$9.00
Chocolate, Fudge & Espresso Ice Cream
Chocolate Truffle$9.00
Dark Chocolate Shell
Zabaione$9.00
Served Chilled with Fresh Strawberries

Lavazza Premium Coffee & Novus Tea Selections

No need to say 'No' to coffee, even after dinner. We have Lavazza Decaf Coffee

Espresso or American Coffee$4.00
Macchiato or Cortadito$4.00
Cappuccino or Cafe Latte$6.00
Espresso Bombon$5.00
Caffe Mocha or Hot Chocolate$6.00
Novus Handcrafted Tea Selections$5.00

Early Dinner Special

Available Until 6:30 PM. Enjoy a Complimentary Glass of Wine with your Meal. Not applicable for parties more than 8

Choose Any Entree from Our Menu$30.00
With a choice of soup of the day or house salad. Please add $10 for Ossobuco, Rack of Lamb, Braised Short Rib, Risotto Porcini, & Spaghetti Fruto di Mare
Choose Any Entree from Our Daily Specials$38.00
With a choice of soup of the day or house salad. Please add $10 for Veal Chop, Sea Bass, Halibut, Filet Mignon, Lobster, Scallop or Exotic Meat

What 650 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

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UlisesC
Orlando
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and amazing food like always Thank you
CL
CLOP
Miami
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service as always!
JL
JudithL
Miami
53 reviews
vip
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We hadn’t eaten here in quite a while. Lovely dinner. Excellent grouper and Osso buco. Wonderful team work by Brady and his fellow servers. There was a large party inside that was very noisy so we decided to sit outside, which the team easily and quickly accommodated. Although the seating was by the parking lot, the music was pleasant and the location was not a deterrent. We will be back again soon, as this is a neighborhood gem.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Coastal Georgia
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing as always!
NP
NicoleP
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Caffe Portofino is always outstanding. I have never been disappointed in the food there. Would recommend this restaurant to everyone.
D
Dionne
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been to Caffe Portofino many time. We always have a great dining experience, including the food, service, and ambience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always just right!
CE
CruzE
Miami
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience3
great food service was slow and sometimes non existant
MC
MCellaH
Miami
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Visiting with family from out of town
W
William
Miami
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have been going here for years the Staff, and Food is amazing!
D
Dionne
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As alway, we had a great meal and great service.
RJ
R4J1A6
Orlando
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every time we go, we have the best experience ever...until the next time. Service, food, ambiance...everything about this place makes it the best Italian restaurant in South Miami-Dade.
AA
AlbertoA
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and great service. Definitely we will be back.
DP
DPerez
Exclusive
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently Excellent food and service by the staff.
M
Maldonado10162016
Miami
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always have an amazing experience when we go to Caffe Portofino. The staff is attentive, friendly, and on point with service. This is our family get together go to restaurant to celebrate birthdays, date nights, or just I don’t want to cook go to. The food is also tasty along with their wine selection.
FD
FoodieD
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, excellent service. A neighborhood gem!
SB
SBF2
Miami
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great, always consistent. Nice place to go to with friends and family.
CL
CLOP
Miami
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are always happy with the excellent food and service that we receive at Caffe Portofino! Thanks
MC
MCellaH
Miami
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrating friendship
LD
LourdesD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, and great food. We had a great time
D
Debbie
Miami
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is our go to neighborhood restaurant. The service is impeccable and food delicious. In addition a wonderful wine list!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always consistent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Key West
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a favorite when we visit Miami. It does get noisy, when multiple groups of 5 or 6 come in. But, the food is worth the inconvenience.
M
Mothersday2013
Miami
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing! Highly recommend the lasagna!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food was excellent. I recommend highly
OT
OpenTable Diner
Coastal Georgia
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
AMAZING as always! On point every single time!
DR
DebbieR
Miami
14 reviews
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience3
I have been to this restaurant on several occasions in the past and never had any issues, but this last visit was very disappointing. The service, except for the person replenishing the water glasses, was not good, in fact lousy. Two other tables that arrived after us got their food long before we did and left long before we could. The food was just okay. My daughter's risotto was very runny, the calamari was very chewy and the chicken breast was very small for the price. Let's just say that the best thing about the meal was our wine and the dessert. There are many other excellent Italian restaurants in Miami to risk a visit Cafe Portofino again. Sorry to say, but definitely not worth the trip.
PF
PatriciaF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a delightful evening and I am looking forward to dining there again.
S
Sobedoc
Atlanta
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were seven for dinner and all comments about starters, main courses, sides and desserts were that all were of excellent taste and correct temperature.
LC
LynnC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great anniversary dinner and waiters sang Happy Anniversary! Food is always excellent.
S
Sensemgmt
Philadelphia
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Servers were friendly and attentive. Food was good, not exceptional. Pasta and sauce was a little too salty for my taste.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience4
The Service was Excellent. We Celebrating my Friend's Birthday and they were Very accommodating and provided a special dessert. We both got the Chicken Francese. It was tough and the sauce was thick and very lemony. Unlike ones I've had in the past. The rest of the Experience was fine.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came to celebrate our anniversary & it was just perfect! Nice ambiance and the service was absolutely outstanding! We had the Burrata and the carpaccio to start and it was 10/10! For dinner, I had the pear ravioli which was divine & my husband had one of the specials of the day which was a chicken lasagna with cilantro and it was delicious. Of course we had to finish with dessert! We had to try the panacotta and had cortaditos for coffee. Everything was good! The staff was so nice, they even sang us the happy birthday song but instead said “happy anniversary” and gave us the dessert on the house! Best dinner ever ❤️
CL
CharlesL
Miami
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
This is an upscale restaurant offering very good - excellent food and service with a quiet and relaxing atmosphere. Service was well-paced and attentive without being intrusive. They offer a full menu of entrees before 6:30 in two tiers of reduced price packages which include wine. Be aware that Open Table Reservations may show unavailability at certain times when in fact there is availability for a reservation. Call the restaurant a day ahead to check on a reservation if Open Table does not show availability.
J
Jose
Miami
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
GREAT FOOD! GREAT WINE! GREAT SERVICE!
GZ
GZMiami
Western NC
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always excellent! Our favorite! Service is outstanding
M
Michele
Caribbean
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely love Cafe Portofino. The food is delicious and the staff is excellent. Can’t wait to go back.
M
Monty
Miami
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent all the way around. Wine selection is great ..food and appetizers are excellent...order the specials
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service

FAQs

Caffe Portofino offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (305) 252-2869.

Caffe Portofino is rated 4.9 stars by 650 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 1, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(305) 252-2869

13615 South Dixie Highway Suite 117, Miami, FL 33176

Additional information

Cross street
US 1
Neighborhood
Palmetto Bay
Hours of operation
EVERYDAY at 5:30 PM Sunday to Thursday closing at 10:00pm Friday and Saturday closing at 11:00pm
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Vegetarian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Israel Guzman
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cportofino.com/
Phone number
(305) 252-2869
Private party facilities
We offer private events.
Private party contact
Mauricio: (305) 252-2869

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Caffe Portofino

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

The Best Restaurants in Miami

Saint Valentine Menu

Starters

Soup of the Day$8.00

Insalata Tricolore$8.00

Portofino Salad$10.00

Over Salmon Carpaccio$15.00

Carpaccio di Manzo$15.00

Portobello Eggplant Napolitano$12.00

Short Rib Cake$14.00

Fried Calamari$12.00

Pasta Fagioli Vegetables Soup$8.00

Caprese Salad$10.00

Caesar Salad$8.00

Homemade Fresh Burrata$16.00

Artisanal Cheese Plate$14.00

Crab Cake$14.00

Seared Tuna Tostone$15.00

Pasta & Risotto

Linguine Alle Vongole$24.00

Spaghetti Frutti di Mare$32.00

Penne Bolognese$19.00

Pear Ravioli$25.00

Braised Beef Ravioli$28.00

Fettuccine della Nonna$28.00

Whole Wheat Linguine Pizzaiola Sauce$16.00

Beef Lasagna$19.00

Capellini Castellano$26.00

Kale Chicken Ravioli$25.00

Risotto Dolce Vita$29.00

Risotto Champagne$18.00

Poultry & Meat

Veal Francese$25.00

Chicken Francese$19.00

Veal Parmigiana$25.00

Chicken Parmigiana$19.00

Veal Milanese$25.00

Chicken Milanese$19.00

Rack of Lamb$38.00

Veal Marsala$25.00

Chicken Marsala$19.00

Veal Picatta$25.00

Chicken Picatta$19.00

Braised Short Rib

Ossobuco di Vitello$38.00

Fish of the Day

Kid's Menu

Penne Pink Sauce$8.00

Chicken Fingers$9.00

Fried Mozzarella$8.00

Fettuccine Alfredo$8.00

Spaghetti Marinara$8.00

French Fries$5.00

Desserts

Crepe$9.00

Tiramisu$9.00

Chocolava$9.00

New York Cheesecake$9.00

Vanilla Panna Cotta$9.00

Guava Tart$9.00

Mud Pie$9.00

Chocolate Truffle$9.00

Zabaione$9.00

Lavazza Premium Coffee & Novus Tea Selections

Espresso or American Coffee$4.00

Macchiato or Cortadito$4.00

Cappuccino or Cafe Latte$6.00

Espresso Bombon$5.00

Caffe Mocha or Hot Chocolate$6.00

Novus Handcrafted Tea Selections$5.00

Early Dinner Special

Choose Any Entree from Our Menu$30.00

Choose Any Entree from Our Daily Specials$38.00

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