Located in the heart of Old Québec in an historic house built in 1760, Portofino welcomes you to a warm, friendly environment where every meal is a celebration. For a romantic meal for two, business meetings, or to celebrate a special event with a group, as Old Québec’s premier Italian restaurant, Portofino is the place to be. With seating for up to 140 people, Portofino can accommodate your every need and expectation.
Portofino Brasserie Italienne provides a memorable dining experience characterized by its warm, authentic atmosphere and high-quality Italian cuisine. Many guests frequently praise the delicious pasta dishes, wood-fired pizzas, and flavorful appetizers like the burrata and bruschetta. The service is often described as professional, friendly, and attentive, with staff members going out of their way to ensure a pleasant visit, even during busy periods. While the restaurant can become quite lively and bustling, this adds to the vibrant, cozy charm that makes it a popular destination for both locals and travelers. With a wide selection of wines and consistently well-prepared meals, the restaurant remains a highly recommended stop for anyone seeking an exceptional dining experience in the heart of Old Quebec.
O restaurante é super acolhedor e todos sao muito simpáticos. Nao tínhamos reserva, mas conseguimos mesa na mesma hora no jantar. O serviço é rápido e a comida, muito gostosa. Achei ótimo que as massas possuem porçao pequena também. Gastamos cerca de $60 por pessoa com entrada, prato principal e vinho. Recomendo!
Tonight (Monday) was our first of 5 nights in Quebec City ahead of a cruise to Boston.
We decided to try Portofino. We made an online reservation for 7:30 pm. We arrived on time & waited maybe 5 minutes before being seated. All the outdoor tables were full so the two of us sat at a low 4-top inside not far from the kitchen.
Water was brought right away. Our server then took our drink, appetizer & entree orders.
We each had a pint of Stella beer on draft & we shared an order of their Focaccia bread, served with butter & a dish of olive oil & balsamic vinegar. The beer was cold & because it was draft, not from a green bottle, no skunk smell or taste :) The Focaccia bread isn't what we make in the States, but it was find. More of a soft, yet dense bread, topped with herbs. For $3 CAN, it was a deal.
Later on, the Casesar salad was brought out. It was a generous portion & was plenty for the two of us to split. The dressing was tasty as was the shaved Parmesan cheese & the house made croutons.
Later, our Cannelloni entree came. It was in an oval dish that had been baked. The full order came with 2 Cannellonis. Here again, plenty for two people to share. It was stuffed with a meat & cheese mixture.
We were too full to be tempted by their dessert menu.
Our friends arrive from the US in a couple of days, so we've made another reservation here at Portofino for the four of us.
The only downside to Portofino was that it is popular & busy, so it was a bit loud inside.
Sep 1, 2025
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Ce restaurant offre une ambiance chaleureuse & authentique qui évoque l'Italie dès qu'on y met les pieds. Le menu est généreux, avec un large éventail de plats italiens traditionnels, allant des antipasti savoureux aux desserts gourmands. Les pizzas, en particulier, se démarquent par leur pâte parfaitement travaillée - à la fois légère & croustillante - & garnies d'ingrédients frais & de qualité. La carte des vins est remarquable, proposant une belle sélection de crus italiens & internationaux, idéale pour accompagner chaque plat. Le service est irréprochable : le personnel est attentionné, souriant & toujours prêt à offrir d'excellents conseils. Un véritable coup de coeur & une adresse incontournable lors de votre passage à Québec !
J'ai trippé ma vie, les pâtes aux saumons fumée & aux poireaux étaient tout simplement incroyable. Le vin du menu midi était bon, le service impeccable, bref, assurément un endroit à conseiller !
Belle ambiance festive pour un samedi soir , il vaux mieux réserver pour éviter l'attente ! Service rapide :) Par contre , nous aurions aimés que la serveuse connaisse sont répertoires alcool / vin , pour pouvoir mieux nous conseillers ! Belle soirée je recommande !
Bon repas & service. Par contre quand on paie 5$ pour un café allongé cela ne veut pas dire de diluer un café filtre & de le mettre dans une tasse plus petite. Définitivement imbuvable!!! Étant un grand amateur de café.....c'était ça votre allongé ! Tout comme votre fondant au chocolat surgelé & réchauffé au micro-ondes. Ça ne vaut pas 13$ car à ce prix on en a 4 au IGA. Un Carbonarra ne contient ni oignon, ni vin. C'était bon mais ce n'est pas ça. 3$ de différence entres une assiette complète & une demi assiette de fettucinni Alfredo....c'est bofff Assis à côté de votre terminal de commandes, un peu de discrétion svp. Inutile de venir gueuler entres vous. Surtout quand c'est le gérant qui parle trop fort Votre restaurant a perdu ses lettres de noblesse
Holden & son équipe nous ont fait passé un très bon moment. Ils nous ont fait sentir comme des VIPs. Ambiance géniale avec musique live, excellent vin d'importation & plats italiens préparés à la perfection. Je recommande
