Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to Main Content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Boston / New England
  4. Boston
  5. Back Bay
Porto, Boston, MA
This restaurant now offers Takeout

This restaurant now offers Takeout

Bring the restaurant to you. Order and pay for food directly on OpenTable.

Porto

4.7
4.7
1480 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Porto boasts a large and beautiful heated patio space with a retractable awning and sides in the middle of Boston's Back Bay neighborhood. The menu is inspired by Coastal Mediterranean selections with a focus on Italy's coast. Porto is located on Ring Road in Boston's Bay Bay, steps from the Prudential Center and Copley, next door to Saks Fifth Avenue.

Enjoy a lively meal in either of Porto's well appointed dining rooms, or indulge in a casual meal at the bar or kitchen counter seating, overlooking the oyster bar and open kitchen. Porto's one-of-a-kind outdoor patio and bar overlooks Ring Road with Boylston Street views, and serves as a Mediterranean oasis, right in the heart of Back Bay.

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 37 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Seafood, Modern European

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (617) 536-1234

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive chef

    Jody Adams

  • Private party facilities

    Porto’s private dining exudes the aesthetics of a modern Mediterranean restaurant. Touches of netted crystal lighting over coffered concrete ceilings and mirrored accents beautifully contrast our leather banquettes and warm wooden toned tables. Please email Kristina@Porto-Boston.com for details

  • Private party contact

    Kristina Plaku: (844) 646-0309

  • Neighborhood

    Back Bay

  • Cross street

    Boylston Street & Huntington Avenue

  • Parking details

    Porto offers parking validation at a discounted rate of $18 after 5PM for the Prudential Parking Garage. The closest entrance to the Prudential Parking Garage from Porto is the North Entrance facing Ring Road.

  • Public transit

    Two blocks from Copley T Station (Green Line)<br />Three blocks from Bay Bay Station (Orange Line)

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Gift card

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

Popular dishes

What 1,480 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Sort by

Filters

  1. NanN

    New England

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The pulpo a la plancha is among the best things I’ve ever eaten. Smoky and cooked to perfection. Kenneth is an outstanding server. Love the tuna tartare, especially when the chips are light, thin and crispy. The Mookie Blues oysters are tiny but tasty.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing as always! All the staff members are super nice and attentive. The atmosphere is so inviting and comforting. Everything was perfect. The best restaurant in Boston.
  3. daniel

    New England

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    The food is average. The service is average. The server was not that friendly. Nothing special.
  4. Name

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    I saw a lot of cross-contamination happening in the kitchen. Line cooks were touching raw proteins and not changing their gloves before touching other food/pans/etc. I also saw a line cook wipe their work station with their apron which was concerning.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall1food2service1ambience3
    My partner and I decided to celebrate a special occasion at this restaurant, but unfortunately, it turned out to be a disappointing experience. The staff seemed to be in a rush, and we felt like they were trying to hurry us through our meal. We ended up deciding to leave after not staying even 30 minutes at the restaurant. It's unfortunate that we had to spend a celebration feeling rushed and uncomfortable. We won't be returning to this restaurant anytime soon.
  6. Wiggens

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent staff, and delicious food. Go treat yourself!!
  7. JPCBoston

    New England

    171 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    171 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Food was excellent, service was slow, but professional. A table seated 10 minutes after we arrived was served before we were.
  8. BENandGCN

    New England

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As, always wonderful. The food and the staff are amazing!

    PortoResponded 6 days agoThank you so much for the kind words Ben! We hope to see you again soon!

  9. Megwall

    New England

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time at this restaurant and we had a great meal & service ! The Lamb was amazing!
  10. NanN

    New England

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Tuna tartare and the octopus were perfectly delicious.
  11. Skippy

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The food was excellent, the ambience for a Saturday night felt more like a bar than a high end restaurant but I guess that can't be helped if you're a popular spot.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    Food was tasty, but we ordered several things at once and asked the waitress to course our meal and everything came out at the same time. They also forgot to put a candle in the dessert for my friend’s birthday.
  13. Kendra

    New England

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A wonderful place for a special occasion-----expensive, yes, but worth every penny for the experience and the food!!! The staff is professional and friendly and sure to make you feel welcomed. Our group shared a serving of the ricotta gnochhi and prosciutto with figs for starters with the house-made bread and olive oil. The seared scallops, halibut and braised lamb shank were prepared meticulously! While the dessert menu looked tempting, we had to pass, no room this visit, but we'll be sure to plan ahead next time!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our go to place when in Boston! Excellent experience every time! Try “Drop it like it’s hot” drink to start. Pulpo was amazing and of course, a dozen of oysters on the half shell. Always better than when I shuck them myself. The bronzino was one of the best. Sit at the counter and enjoy the show. Bon apetito!
  15. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful experience at Porto. The ambiance is lovely, the food was flavorful and very tasty and the staff were very attentive and kind. Noise levels were low but we had dinner at 9:30pm. Overall a wonderful experience. Will be back.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice restaurant. The food and service were excellent. We ordered the crispy Brussel sprouts, a mushroom pasta and branzino. We were very happy with everything.
  17. KRISTINE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was outstanding and our services was excellent. Definitely one of my favorite places!
  18. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tasty food and drinks great service.
  19. CarolynKim

    New England

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best meals I’ve had in a LONG time. Thank you!!
  20. Cdines

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely the best place in Boston to enjoy a special occasion! Food, drinks & service are all incredible! It’s a large restaurant that’s somehow not that noisy and very clean. Reservations are highly recommended as it is a popular place to enjoy either inside or a large outdoor space with nice weather.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Valentine’s Day
  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful night.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I am such a fan I rediscovered Puerto two years ago and I can't stop dining there. Had the chicken last night and it was so reminiscent of some thing I hate Naples. They were beautiful outdoor area in the summer and nice bar. Daniel was our waiter and he was so much fun and accommodating. See you soon Puerto.
  24. EdgarP

    New England

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was very good. Excellent service, our waiter was friendly and helped us to find choices that we enjoyed.
  25. AlexP

    New England

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cocktails were on point! This place is one of my favorite restaurants in Boston.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always so good! A favorite for us.
  27. MarkW

    New England

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, terrific waitstaff. reasonably priced. good buzz and you can have a conversation with your fellow diners
  28. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I had the oysters, greens salad, and the seared scallops with broccoli rabe— everything was delicious!!
  29. Irishfe53

    New York Area

    220 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    220 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time at Porto. A splendid relaxed early Saturday night dinner before the Boston Symphony. Very good wine list, including wines by the glass. We shared spaghetti with mussels, clams, shrimp.
  30. NancyS

    New England

    118 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    118 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Lived up to expectations except for the member of our party who ordered the scallops; felt the portion was not large enough for her to be satisfied. Coffee was sent back because it was not served hot—was lukewarm.
  31. MichaelE

    New England

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had yet another wonderful meal at Porto - this time the bolognese that Jody Adams made justifiably famous at Rialto. I think it’s the best in the city. Can’t recommend Porto more highly.
  32. BarbaraM

    New England

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Superb! Food delicious and service perfect!
  33. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience3
    Service was extremely slow, way too overpriced for the quality of experience. Food was tasty but not worth $50 for fish.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great service, nice atmosphere, and yummy food! Definitely have to go back!
  35. BjBoston

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect. Food was delicious.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Lovely evening with food and drinks of top quality. Gorgeous room.
  37. BrendaM

    New England

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were excellent - we decided we need to go there more! Octopus was the best that I have had in the city!
  38. FoodieBH

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Food was really good - Italian/Mediterranean served. Wine selection is also great. Service was ok, bit hard to get their attention. The space is nice but some paint is peeling on the corners ??Main issue is the price - it is way too much for what it is, we paid 230 with tip for two mains, two desserts and two wine glass. Everything was pretty good yes but this is too much for what it is - probably you can go to the South End and get the same meal for 20% less.
  39. MichaelE

    New England

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had another wonderful evening at Porto. The service is very professional but also very friendly, and the new menu items (including especially the spaghetti al a scoglio) were excellent. One of our favorite places.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a dinner with friends and family and had a fantastic time! The staff greeted us with genuine warmth as soon as we arrived. The atmosphere is very welcoming too. Our waitress Marjorie was kind, attentive and knowledgeable. We had local (Cape Cod) oysters to start, which were plump and fresh and the shrimp were colossal, delicious and crisp. Bread was warm focaccia with a flavored olive oil lightly drizzled over it. We ordered the cauliflower and the Brussel sprouts which were both excellent. Highly recommend getting them - we almost ordered another of each but knew we had plenty of food coming. We had pasta with mushrooms and the large gnocchi with truffle and bread crumbs. Both were very good. We saw octopus and tuna on the menu but don’t eat either after learning how intelligent octopus are and how overfished tuna is. We had scallops and lamb and halibut. I think the lamb was best but they were all good. We had an excellent couple of bottles of Sancerre (a French Sauvignon Blanc) which was excellent. The tiramisu and warm cookie with ice cream finished off a great meal. The only thing I was not crazy about is that the prices seemed a bit high. Maybe supply chain issues have raised food costs. An excellent and memorable night. We will be sure to return.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Porto using the Order Online button. Porto also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 536-1234.

Porto is rated 4.7 stars by 1480 OpenTable diners.

Porto does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 37 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for Porto

Ring Road, Boston, MA 02199-7820

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Boylston Street & Huntington Avenue

  • Neighborhood

    Back Bay

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Seafood, Modern European

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Porto offers parking validation at a discounted rate of $18 after 5PM for the Prudential Parking Garage. The closest entrance to the Prudential Parking Garage from Porto is the North Entrance facing Ring Road.

  • Public transit

    Two blocks from Copley T Station (Green Line)Three blocks from Bay Bay Station (Orange Line)

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive chef

    Jody Adams

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (617) 536-1234

  • Private party facilities

    Porto’s private dining exudes the aesthetics of a modern Mediterranean restaurant. Touches of netted crystal lighting over coffered concrete ceilings and mirrored accents beautifully contrast our leather banquettes and warm wooden toned tables. Please email Kristina@Porto-Boston.com for details

  • Private party contact

    Kristina Plaku: (844) 646-0309

Gift card

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2023 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 700, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking LogoPriceline LogoKAYAK LogoAgoda LogoRentalcars LogoOpenTable Logo