Portico Restaurant - Richmond

Name: Portico Restaurant - Richmond
Address: 12506 River Road, Richmond, VA, United States, 23238
Telephone: (804) 784-4800
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

2620 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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OUR TENT IS DOWN FOR THE SUMMER but will be back this winter season. Unfortunately due to the unpredictability of weather conditions we cannot guarantee outdoor seating and seating on the patio during the summer is WITH A RESERVATION, FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. Feel free to give us a call to indicate a preference or include it in the reservation notes on Opentable.

WELCOME to Portico Restaurant & Bar
We are open for Lunch Daily 11:30am to 2:00pm and Dinner 4:30pm-9:00pm,
and Sunday Brunch From 11:00am-2:00pm

Italian inspired Cuisine in a charming and beautiful country setting with outdoor dining all summer and a Covered Heated Tent in the Winter. Our stone terrace with large fireplace nestled between aromatic herb and flower gardens makes for a beautiful setting year around.

Take-Out from 4:30pm to 8pm Daily and can be ordered through our Website at www.porticorichmond.com or
simply call 804-741-4800

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 8, 2022

10:00 PM

Booked 45 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(804) 784-4800

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(804) 784-4800
Website
http://porticorichmond.com/
Payment options
MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Portico does not host private events.

Location
12506 River Road, Richmond, VA 23238
Neighborhood
Richmond
Cross street
River Road and Blair Road
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Garlic Baguette$8.95
Garlic, Olive Oil, Garden Herbs, Tomato, Basil
Caeser Salad$8.95
Romaine, Tomato, Artichokes, Shaved Parmigiano, Croutons
Wedge$8.95
Iceberg Lettuce, Tomatoes, Gorgonzola Dressing, Crisp Apple Wood Smoked Bacon
Portobello$11.95
Warm Portobello and Fresh Mozzarella Wrapped in Prosciutto
Caprese$12.95
Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Parmigiano
Fried Artichokes$13.95
Filled with Goat Cheese, Black Olives and Basil Sauce
Fried Calamari$14.50
Marinara, Lemon Cornichon Aioli
Portico Meatballs$13.95
Marinara, Basil, Parmigiano, Ricotta
Grilled Artichokes & Crab$14.95
Tomato, Lemon, Caper, Crostini
Soup of the Day
Seasonal
- Cup$4.95
- Bowl$6.95

Entrée Salads

Vegetarian$14.95
Mixed Greens, Tomato, Cucumber, Artichokes, Beets, Fresh Mozzarella, Pickled Vegetables, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Burger, Sandwiches, Pizzas

Burger and Fries*$15.95
Half-Pound; Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle, French Fries
Pizza Margherita$15.95
Tomato, Mozzarella, Basil, Oregano
Pizza Portico$17.95
Tomato, Mozzarella, Garden Vegetables, Gorgonzola, Roasted Garlic, Garden Herbs
Pizza di Casa$17.95
Tomato, Mozzarella, Prosciutto, Artichokes, Red Peppers, Parmigiano
Pizza Rustica$19.95
Tomato, Mozzarella, Italian Sausage, Pepperoni, Mushrooms
Pizza Piccante$19.95
Tomato, Mozzarella, Italian Sausage, Pepperoni, Bacon, Spicy Grilled Pepperoncini

Pasta

Add a Garden Dinner Salad to any Pasta $5.50 or Caesar Dinner Salad $7.50

Penne a la Vodka$16.95
Pepperoncini infused Vodka Marinara, Cream
Penne al Pesto$16.95
Creamy Basil Pesto, Parmigiano
Baked Spaghetti$17.95
Meat Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella
Penne Bolognese$17.95
Traditional Braised Tomato Meat Sauce
Lasagna$20.95
Meat Sauce, Ricotta, Mozzarella
Gnocchi alla Norma$19.95
Potato Gnocchi, Eggplant, Capers, Shaved Parmigiano
Ravioli di Casa$19.95
Filled with Cheeses, Tomato Sauce and Basil

Seafood

Add a Garden Dinner Salad to any Pasta $5.50 or a Caesar Salad $7.50

Seafood Crepes$25.95
Filled with Shrimp, Crab, Scallops, Seafood Cream, Marinara
Salmon Roulade*$27.95
Seared, Brown Butter Sauce with Fresh Tomatoes, Lemon and Capers
Grilled Shrimp$27.95
Franco's Lobster Caper Cream Sauce, Crispy Prosciutto
Shrimp Scampi$28.95
Shrimp, white wine, garlic, fresh tomato, over spaghetti

Entrées

Add a Garden Dinner Salad to any Pasta $5.50 or a Caesar Dinner Salad $7.50. All Entrees Served with a Seasonal Vegetable and Starch

Eggplant Puttanesca$20.95
Tender Eggplant, Capers, Olives, Marinara, Melted Mozzarella
Rosemary Chicken$23.95
Sautéed Chicken Breast, Pancetta, Mushrooms, Roasted Shallot Pan Sauce
Lamb Risotto$25.95
Braised Leg of Lamb served over a Spinach Parmigiano Risotto
Veal Picata$27.95
Sautéed Scaloppini, Capers Shallots, White Wine Lemon Sauce
Petite New York*$29.95
12oz New York Strip Steak, Shallot Garlic Butter, French Fries

What 2,620 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Always so nice. Service is excellent and I highly recommend the fried gorgonzola stuffed artichokes. The resident garden cat is adorable too.
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Awesome food and ambience
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Dined 1 day ago
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it was very good and a lovely evening on the patio!
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5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
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My friends and I were in town for the US masters swimming national championship meet. One of our teammates recommended Portico to us and we are so glad we went! Everything was great! We sat outside and the little court yard was so nice! The food was also outstanding! I would definitely come back and recommend this place to anyone traveling to Richmond looking for a laid back, delicious meal!
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Dined 2 days ago
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Great food and service! Always.
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Dined 3 days ago
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Food and ambiance was excellent but we felt rushed by our server.
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Dined 3 days ago
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WendyJ
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food5service3ambience5
The food and ambiance were excellent. Our waiter was super nice, but swamped. We had to flag him down for everything.
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ExperienceRVA
Richmond
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Accommodating to my gf dietary needs. Beyond delicious for all even with gf and vegetarian in group. Table-side ice bucket for wine and lovely desserts. Happy dining!
JH
JimH
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the more enjoyable dinning establishments around Richmond. Recommend to anyone seeking a nice, relaxing evening out along with a fine food event
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5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
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Birthday dinner with my family
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NancyI
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about Portico is perfect. I’ve been several times and will Continue to visit!
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Paul
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
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Chef has a creative menu. Excellent food and service. Patio seating offers a garden setting. A must visit.
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Drew
1 review
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1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
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Amazing atmosphere with a quaint garden adjacent to the patio. Indoors is in a beautiful little house. Location is not near anything else which makes it isolated in the best possible way. My wife and I go for her birthday every year.
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BetsyF
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3 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2022
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Awesome as usual!
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Susan
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13 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never disappoints!! Always good food and great choices.
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Reiley
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
From the time we stepped into the front door to leaving, the service was outstanding. We got two appetizers, an entree off of the specials menu, as well as two desserts and every single bite was amazing. Highly recommend!
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RichardC
Western NC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Top five dining experience in Richmond as far as I'm concerned. Great menu, ambiance and service. The most romantic restaurant I've been to in the city.
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Nancy
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4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2022
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Portico was a good experience. The outdoor patio was beautiful. The service was ok. The food was good the Broccoli was overcooked.
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Dined on July 20, 2022
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The food and service were both amazing! We will definitely be back!
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Terrific meal, service and ambience. Even though it has been in the 90s, it wasn’t uncomfortable outside under the umbrellas as the sun was setting. Prices have gone up unfortunately, as they have everywhere.
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Dined on July 17, 2022
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Great meal and service. My party was help up in DC so I ate by myself at the bar.
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NJanieK
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3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
One of our favorite places to eat, especially on a summer evening outdoors on their beautiful patio surrounded by lush landscaping and their own kitchen garden. Michelle was a very friendly and efficient server, and remembered us when we came in. Allen, the bartender, was friendly and made a good cocktail. Burrata appetizer was delicious and very generous. Seafood crepes very good. Agnolotti special with chicken piccata was average. Pasta stuffed with mushrooms was great, but sauce was a bit heavy and gravy like, rather than light like a piccata, and somewhat overpowered the dish. House white wine was very good and we were glad we came. Still our favorite. We will be back!
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Rick
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Dined on July 16, 2022
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Have been there before and it’s always a favorite! Food is excellent. The service was a little slow, but they were polite and attentive.
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Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice atmosphere and the food was so delicious. Cute cat walking around outside too.
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Dined on July 16, 2022
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Friendliest staff, beautiful patio setting, unique food and experience, would highly recommend
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Dined on July 15, 2022
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Justin is awesome! We’ve had the pleasure of him being our waiter several times now and he never disappoints! This is our favorite date night spot in RVA. You have to try the burger and the lasagna, you won’t regret it!
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Everything was fantastic.
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Our waitstaff was amazing and we had a perfect spot!
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Service and food was great! We were able to eat outside, very enjoyable.
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Zeus
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20 reviews
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20 reviews
Dined on July 10, 2022
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Great food, service & ambiance! Already planning to go back…..
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BenjaminD
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33 reviews
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Dined on July 10, 2022
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First time will not be my last
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1 review
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The place is simply awesome
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Amazing dinner and service!
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RobW
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Portico is one of my favorite spots in Richmond. Food and service is ALWAYS outstanding!
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Lisa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first visit to portico and it was as delightful as we had hoped. The service was attentive yet unhurried. Our meal was delicious. Will definitely dine there again.
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Stewball
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2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
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ReservationsPlease
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband, our adult kids and I went to Portico last night. We are from out of town and we’re thrilled to find such a charming place. Each of us got something different and we voted the Penne ala Vodka as the best dish but all were great! Service and ambiance were excellent! Highest recommendation!
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere and beautiful patio with great service and delicious food.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Portico Restaurant - Richmond offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (804) 784-4800.

Portico Restaurant - Richmond is rated 4.7 stars by 2620 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

Aug 8, 2022

10:00 PM

Booked 45 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(804) 784-4800

Google Map for Portico Restaurant - Richmond

12506 River Road, Richmond, VA 23238

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
River Road and Blair Road
Neighborhood
Richmond
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://porticorichmond.com/
Phone number
(804) 784-4800
Private party facilities
Portico does not host private events.

Portico Restaurant - Richmond

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Seafood Crepes

Seafood Crepe

Appetizers

Garlic Baguette$8.95

Caeser Salad$8.95

Wedge$8.95

Portobello$11.95

Caprese$12.95

Fried Artichokes$13.95

Fried Calamari$14.50

Portico Meatballs$13.95

Grilled Artichokes & Crab$14.95

Soup of the Day

Entrée Salads

Vegetarian$14.95

Burger, Sandwiches, Pizzas

Burger and Fries*$15.95

Pizza Margherita$15.95

Pizza Portico$17.95

Pizza di Casa$17.95

Pizza Rustica$19.95

Pizza Piccante$19.95

Pasta

Penne a la Vodka$16.95

Penne al Pesto$16.95

Baked Spaghetti$17.95

Penne Bolognese$17.95

Lasagna$20.95

Gnocchi alla Norma$19.95

Ravioli di Casa$19.95

Seafood

Seafood Crepes$25.95

Salmon Roulade*$27.95

Grilled Shrimp$27.95

Shrimp Scampi$28.95

Entrées

Eggplant Puttanesca$20.95

Rosemary Chicken$23.95

Lamb Risotto$25.95

Veal Picata$27.95

Petite New York*$29.95

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