Porto

Name: Porto
Address: Ring Road, Boston, MA, United States, 02199-7820
Telephone: (617) 536-1234
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1888 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Lively
Neighbourhood gem

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.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Modern European
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 536-1234
Website
http://www.porto-boston.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Josue Louis & Jody Adams
Private party facilities
Porto’s private dining exudes the aesthetics of a modern Coastal Italian restaurant. Coffered concrete ceilings and mirrored accents beautifully contrast our leather banquettes and warm wooden toned tables to make for a warm and invited space. Please email Kristina@Porto-Boston.com for details.

Location
Ring Road, Boston, MA 02199-7820
Neighbourhood
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)Three blocks from Bay Bay Station (Orange Line)
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Pre-Symphony Prix Fixe Dinner
US$49.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us at Porto Tuesday - Saturday at 5pm for a delicious 3 course dinner for just $49 per person before heading to the Symphony. Enjoy your choice of antipasti, entree and dessert from our Prix Fixe menu and savor a delightful dinner ahead of the performance. This menu is exclusively available for a 5pm reservation only and there is no better way to make a delicious evening out of your Boston Symphony experience!
Dine Out Boston 2025
US$55.00 per person
Feb 25, 2025 - Mar 14, 2025
Join us from February 25 - March 13 on Tuesdays - Fridays only for our optional Dine Out Boston Menu! This menu is a delicious 3 course Prix Fixe menu at $55 per person with optional beverage pairings for you to enjoy a taste of a few of our signature dishes at Porto Boston.

Popular dishes

House FoccaciaUS$8.00
dried herbs, smoked tomato, olive oil
Cauliflower AgrodolceUS$16.00
pecorino, pine nuts, golden raisins, shallot, anchovy
Calamari FrittiUS$21.00
pickled peppers, spicy tomato aioli
Porto MeatballsUS$18.00
parmesan, beef, pork, tomato, oregano
BurrataUS$23.00
fennel marmellata, grilled toast, blood orange, curly endive, chili-sumac oil, basil
Octopus A La PlanchaUS$24.00
fingerling potato, aioli, smoked tomato, celery relish
Gnocco FrittoUS$18.00
san daniele prosciutto, golfetta salami, pecorino, aceto di balsamico
Roasted Delicata SquashUS$17.00
herb labneh, currant relish, pickled red onion, pepitas, walnut crumble, urfa, dill

House made Pasta

All pastas are made fresh everyday, in-house.

Roasted Mushroom MafaldeUS$30.00
parmesan, roasted oyster mushrooms, garlic butter, aleppo pepper
Pappardelle & Braised Duck RaguUS$32.00
guanciale, pea shoots, orange zest, manchego, thyme
BologneseUS$28.00
tomato, parmesan, pancetta
Ricotta GnocchiUS$32.00
parmigiano reggiano, lemon butter, eight pepper spice, sage add truffles MKT

Entrees

Maine Course

Nonna's Eggplant ParmesanUS$30.00
san marzano tomato, mozzarella, bread crumbs, parmesan, basil
Seared BranzinoUS$52.00
saffron braised fennel,cara cara oranges, hazelnut, romesco, mint
Scallops A La PlanchaUS$44.00
celery root puree, brussels sprouts, pear, brown butter sauce, pancetta, chervil
Faroe Island SalmonUS$36.00
stewed farro, kumquat, charred escarole, fennel pollen, labneh, rosemary
Double Rib Lamb ChopsUS$48.00
roasted thyme potatoes, rosemary yogurt, salsa verde, olives*
Za'atar Spiced ChickenUS$38.00
butternut squash caponata, tahini sauce, micro celery, sesame
Grilled Hanger SteakUS$42.00
fingerling potatoes, smoked olive butter, red watercress, red wine reduction sauce

Entrees To Share

Plated for 2+ guests to share

Whole Roasted Za'tar ChickenUS$75.00
butternut squash caponata, tahini sauce, micro celery, sesame
Mushroom Mafalde & Black TruffleUS$90.00
parmesan, garlic butter, roasted oyster mushrooms, aleppo pepper
Piatto Di MareUS$125.00
whole roasted branzino, seared scallops, grilled octopus, crispy potatoes, broccolini
32oz Ribeye “Fiorentina”US$115.00
red wine reduction sauce, roasted garlic, cippolini onion, fall chopped salad, chili-lime vinaigrette, pomegranate, rosemary

Sides

Seared BroccoliniUS$12.00
salmorigilio, giardiniera
Smashed Crispy PotatoesUS$12.00
garlic butter
Truffle FriesUS$12.00
parmesan, truffle oil

Dessert

Lemon Meringue CheesecakeUS$15.00
ginger snap crumble, passionfruit curd, mint
ChurrosUS$15.00
chili chocolate sauce, lemon curd
Warm Chocolate Chip CookieUS$15.00
vanilla ice cream, sea salt
TiramisuUS$15.00
mascarpone, espresso, rum
SorbetUS$10.00
seasonal selection

What 1,888 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Boston
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Porto delivers a "spectacular dining experience" with expertly cooked dishes like Branzino and Duck. The restaurant boasts "amazing service" and an inviting atmosphere. While some reviews mention pricing concerns, the overall feedback highlights "excellent food," attentive staff, and memorable desserts like the skillet cookie. A "hidden gem" for both casual and special occasions.

1,888 Reviews

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Ramona
VIP
Indiana
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food - the Branzino was just so delicate and tasty. Big portions. Chocolate chip cookie was the best dessert! Also the cocktails were nicely done and the service was absolutely amazing, 5 stars all the way.
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Lenny
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Miguel was an excellent server!!! Dishes were incredible!
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Allen
VIP
Greater Boston
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food and service were very good. Miguel our server was great. He recommended some good options and was available without being disruptive. Food was well cooked especially the octopus. Thought it was a little pricey but would go back
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Kevin
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the Octopus a la plancha appetizer, small but tasty. Also enjoyed scallops a la plancha for main course, would definitely recommend. Great for a date night. P.S - Save room for the tiramisu for dessert.
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Suzanne
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place! Service was exceptional and proprietor very knowledgeable and welcoming.
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Roman
VIP
New York City
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience celebrating a birthday. The food was really good and the atmosphere was great
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BarbaraM
VIP
Greater Boston
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this restaurant! Friendliest servers and managers in the city! Delicious food! Best ambiance!
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Tameka
VIP
Greater Boston
90 reviews
5.0
90 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We love Porto. Edgar was great as was the hostess. Love the staff and food.
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Macen
VIP
Raleigh
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Full fish branzino is always a win and the meatballs are perfect highly highly recommend
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Hasan
VIP
Greater Boston
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as usual! Food is well prepared and presented. All stuff is very professional. Manager Ned is extremely pleasant with his extraordinary hospitality manners. Note*** Please have the old bread 🥖 back 😉
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FAQs

Porto offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 536-1234.

Porto is rated 4.8 stars by 1888 OpenTable diners.