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Il Porto, Alexandria, VA

Il Porto

4.6 (2484)
$30 and under
Italian
121 King street, Alexandria, VA 22314

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Welcome to Il Porto ,

Nestled in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, Il Porto Italian Ristorante has been a cherished destination for authentic Italian dining since 1973. Our mission is simple: to honor the timeless flavors of Northern Italy while embracing modern culinary techniques that elevate every dish.

At Il Porto, every meal is handcrafted from scratch in our kitchen. From our pasta—made fresh daily—to our signature sauces and seasonal ingredients, we take pride in offering food that’s as fresh as it is flavorful.

Our chefs blend tradition and innovation, creating a diverse menu that remains true to our Italian roots. The heart of our kitchen lies in our daily specials, thoughtfully curated to showcase creativity while paying homage to classic Northern Italian recipes.

Whether you're joining us for a romantic dinner, a family gathering, or a special celebration, Il Porto invites you to experience the warmth, authenticity, and excellence that have defined us for over 50 years.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Giuseppe Villari
  • Private party facilities
    Il Porto has a beautifully remodeled second floor with a separate bar that can accommodate up to 120 guests. Our wait staff is very well experienced in dealing with any type of large groups.
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Cross street
    N.Lee
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available or there is a parking garage located right behind the restaurant on Lee Street. Colonial Parking $10.00 flat rate. Also there is a parking garage one block away from the restaurant on Fairfax Street. City Hall Parking Garage after 5:00 p.m. $2.00 flat rate.
  • Public transit
    King Street Metro stop, about 16 blocks away from the restaurant. Free Trolley shuttle from King Street Metro to the restaurant
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Wednesday, May 14th Jazz Dinner

    $59.95 per person

    May 14, 2025 only
    Please note: A credit card is required to reserve your table, but you will not be charged until after your meal is completed at the restaurant.
 Join us at Il Porto Ristorante on Wednesday, May 14th for an unforgettable Jazz Dinner, featuring two exclusive seatings at 6 PM and 7:30 PM.
 Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies Andreea Rebăltescu—a classically trained vocalist known for her rich musical heritage and captivating stage presence. Born in the picturesque Bistrița-Năsăud County in Romania and trained at the prestigious Gheorghe Dima Conservatory, Andreea has spent the last two decades sharing her talent with audiences across the United States. While deeply rooted in Romanian tradition, Andreea brings a fresh elegance to every genre she explores—especially jazz. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of fine Italian cuisine, vintage charm, and live music in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. This special evening features a $60 prix fixe menu, including an appetizer, entrée, and dessert (exclusive of tax and gratuity).
 $60 Prix Fixe Menu: - Appetizers Insalata Caprese: Italian fresh mozzarella with a soft center served with sliced fresh tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze Calamari Fritti: Lightly fried calamari with a side of red marinara sauce Bruschetta al Pomodoro: Sliced grilled bread topped with chopped tomatoes and basil, dressed in balsamic vinaigrette - Entrees Salmone alla Griglia: Grilled Atlantic salmon served in a lemon caper sauce paired with a side of risotto primavera Vitello alla Parmigiana: Fresh milk fed veal scaloppini with mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce Pollo al Marsala e Funghi: Fresh boneless breast of chicken and mushrooms sautéed in a marsala wine sauce Cappellini Primavera: Angel hair pasta with julienne vegetables and mushrooms served in a light red sauce - Desserts Tiramisu: Italian mascarpone with marsala liqueur & sponge cake soaked in Khalua & espresso, topped with stripes of chocolate Cannoli: Cannoli shell filled with sweet ricotta cheese

 Don’t miss this extraordinary experience—reserve your table now!

What 2,484 people are saying

Il Porto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Porto in Old Town is celebrated for its "delicious food" and "excellent service." The restaurant offers a charming Italian ambiance, making it an ideal spot for romantic dinners and special occasions. Despite some mixed experiences, patrons frequently return for its "wonderful atmosphere" and "attentive staff."

2,484 Reviews
  1. Daniel VIP

    Washington DC3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Most of the restaurants in Old Town Alexandria are pretty touristy - this one has previously been pretty good! My last visit was noticeably different. * Wait staff was absent, missing from the tableside. * Direct Requests for my meal were ignored. * Charges to my credit card were entered incorrectly -- and going here is just a nightmare ($80.00 charge on my card, in addition to my $51.24 (meal charge)). No idea what the 80.00 charge is. * The vibe from the waiters were almost like "we're throwing our food at you, you eat this". I've been here many times and used to think that it stood out in the Alexandria "tourist traps". If you're coming to Alexandria, and looking for a place that is safe. try to find someplace else But this was a catastrophe.

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  2. Rita

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful upscale restaurant. Food was fantastic and I thoroughly enjoyed the homemade lasagna. Staff was very friendly and attentive. This was for a Birthday and they surprised the party with a nice dessert with a candle in it. All in all a wonderful experience.

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  3. Ming VIP

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I came with a group of 6 for a late brunch on Sunday. Everything we ate was delicious and clearly made with fresh ingredients. The soup of the day was a curry cauliflower soup. It was very tasty. My mom was raving about her capellini primavera. We also shared a few desserts including the tiramisu, coppa straciatella and torta di ricotta e pistacchio. All of the desserts were amazing. The torta di ricotta e pistacchio was particularly good though. Service was also very good and attentive. We are looking forward to returning to Il Porto!

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  4. Frank VIP

    Tampa20 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I was looking forward to this dinner and sorry to say it was a big disappointment. Food was bland not much taste. Service was mediocre at best. The prices were expensive so I was expecting more. Not going back. Seemed like a tourist trap
    Il PortoResponded on April 27, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We take great pride in preparing fresh, homemade dishes and providing attentive service, and it's clear we fell short during your visit. While our prices reflect the quality of our ingredients and are in line with other restaurants in the area, we understand how disappointing it can be when the overall experience does not match expectations. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we will be sharing your comments with our team as we continue to work on improving. Thank you again for bringing this to our attention.

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  5. Robert VIP

    Grand Rapids5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Il Porto is our Old Town restaurant. The food is delicious, and the management and staff aim to make your dining experience a wonderful one.

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  6. Michael & Joan VIP

    Greensboro31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came to dinner on Easter Sunday for dinner with a party of five adults and 4 children ranging from 9 years old to two year old twins. Our waiter, Yanni was very attentive and very accommodating. He wanted to make sure we were happy with our dinner choices and said they would make anything the older boys wanted if it wasn’t on the menu. All the food was delicious and the service amazing!

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  7. Jennifer

    Richmond1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Bad bar service. Decent food but pasta was thick
    Il PortoResponded on April 22, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the bar service didn’t meet expectations and that the pasta texture wasn’t to your liking. Your comments will be shared with our team as we continue working to enhance both our service and the quality of our dishes. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

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  8. Kofi

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible! I proposed here and the whole team made it a memorable night!

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  9. alma

    West Palm Beach4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Okay food and service. Area is super nice though.

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  10. Greg VIP

    Los Angeles33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great selection of all sorts of food. Service was excellent. Price is a little high, but not bad.

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FAQs

Il Porto does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Il Porto also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 836-8833.

Il Porto is rated 4.6 stars by 2484 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Il Porto

121 King street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Additional information

  • Cross street
    N.Lee
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available or there is a parking garage located right behind the restaurant on Lee Street. Colonial Parking $10.00 flat rate. Also there is a parking garage one block away from the restaurant on Fairfax Street. City Hall Parking Garage after 5:00 p.m. $2.00 flat rate.
  • Public transit
    King Street Metro stop, about 16 blocks away from the restaurant. Free Trolley shuttle from King Street Metro to the restaurant
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Giuseppe Villari
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Il Porto has a beautifully remodeled second floor with a separate bar that can accommodate up to 120 guests. Our wait staff is very well experienced in dealing with any type of large groups.
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