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.
Excellente place !!! Ce n'est pas ma première fois, quand je viens a quebec
Cest un incontournable
Nous sommes chanceux nous avons eu droit a une jolie demoiselle qui a chante avec un guitariste
Restaurant bien établi dans le secteur touristique du Vieux-Québec. Nous avons été très bien accueillis malgré le fait que nous n'avions pas de réservation & que le restaurant était bondé. Menu bien garni de tout les classiques italien. Comme entrée nous avons choisi la burrata, très bonne. Comme repas, la lasagne di casa, savoureuse à souhait & très bonne portion. L'autre repas, le risotti aux champignons, divin. Un des meilleur à vie. Pour dessert le traditionnel tiramisu délicieux & très généreux ainsi que l'affogato au galiano inoubliable. Service impeccable malgré le fait qu'un important groupe est arrivé dans notre section. Valeur sur dans le Vieux-Québec
Above average tourist italian restaurant. Pesto had cream through it so on traditional. Tortellini beef was in axrose sauce & very good. Eventing else was a great standard. Nice decor,however, quite busy in the summer. Great atmosphere being in the old town.
May 24, 2026
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We had an amazing dining experience at Portofino!
The historic building creates a beautiful, cozy atmosphere, but the food is the real star. The veggie pizza was perfect with a crisp, wood-fired crust & fresh toppings. The pesto pasta was also outstanding rich, incredibly flavorful, & perfectly cooked. The service was excellent from start to finish. Highly recommend if you are looking for top-tier Italian food in the city!
Very friendly & professional staff, hostess, & waiters.
We had beef carpaccio to start, then cacio e pepe & carbonara, & ended with affogato & tiramisu.
All orders came out tasty. Met our expectation. Carbonara was superb.
The place is in very good location & has potential be packed by tourists & locals both. The menu has both mixture of central Italian & Italy western shore typical dishes.
If I visit QC again, I stop by at this place to dine. No doubt.
Foods are fresh & delicious, special the sauce is not richly or salty & just right tasteful .
Service is excellent, our waiter of the night is Steven . He is so nice & friendly, fast & efficient. Thank you so much for his excellent service for yesterday night. Appreciated.
My husband & I tried beef carpaccio, carbonara, & americana. Everything was so fresh & absolutely delicious. Service was excellent. Thank you so much for a great experience!
Had such a great experience here! The pasta was fresh, flavorful, & cooked perfectly. The focaccia bread was warm, soft, & absolutely delicious - honestly one of the highlights of the meal. Cozy atmosphere, great service, & authentic Italian flavors. Definitely a spot worth visiting again!
