Porto

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4.8

1908 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 27, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 40 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

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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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.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

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!

Popular dishes

The Positano PlatterUS$125.00
a double plateau of 12 local oysters, 12 shrimp cocktail and tuna tartare accompanied by rhubarb mignonette, cocktail sauce and lemon
Tuna TartareUS$25.00
seaweed yogurt, pear, ginger, crispy wonton chips, urfa, cilantro
Shrimp CocktailUS$6.00
each
Local OystersUS$3.00
each

Salads

Spring Chopped SaladUS$18.00
asparagus, baby carrots, smoked feta, black olive bread crumbs, golden raisins, chili lime vinaigrette, mint
Snap Pea SaladUS$18.00
green peas, red watercress, rose tzatziki, purple radish, kataifi, sumac, dill

Antipasti

Small Plates

Herb Dusted 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
beef, veal, pork, tomato, parmigiano reggiano, oregano
Local BurrataUS$23.00
sweet and sour rhubarb, strawberry, pistachio, grilled toast, fennel pollen, pea tendril, basil
Octopus A La PlanchaUS$24.00
fingerling potato, aioli, smoked tomato, celery relish
Gnocco FrittoUS$18.00
san daniele prosciutto, pecorino, basil pesto
Grilled AsparagusUS$17.00
charred leeks, parmigiano reggiano, preserved lemons, sun and fire crunch - pepitas, sesame, sunflower seeds

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
beef, veal, pork, tomato, pancetta, parmigiano reggiano
Ricotta GnocchiUS$32.00
parmigiano reggiano, lemon butter, eight pepper spice, sage add truffles MKT

Entrees

Maine Course

Nonna's Eggplant ParmigianaUS$30.00
san marzano tomato, mozzarella, bread crumbs, parmesan, basil
Seared BranzinoUS$52.00
saffron braised fennel, salmoriglio, citrus, frisee, hazelnut, romesco, mint
Scallops A La PlanchaUS$44.00
celery root puree, brussels sprouts, pear, brown butter sauce, pancetta, chervil
Faroe Island Salmon PrimaveraUS$36.00
spring potatoes, haricots verts, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, sweet pea greens, lemongrass-ginger sauce, basil
Double Rib Lamb ChopsUS$46.00
roasted thyme potatoes, rosemary yogurt, salsa verde, olives*
Za'atar Spiced ChickenUS$38.00
springtime caponata, artichokes, green tahini, celery leaves
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
springtime caponata, artichokes, green tahini, celery leaves
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
gingersnap crumble, rhubarb-strawberry compote, meyer lemon zest, 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 1,908 people are saying

Porto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Porto in Boston offers a delightful Mediterranean and Italian-inspired dining experience with "superb customer service" and a "lively atmosphere." The menu, praised for its "delicious" offerings like Branzino and Duck Ragu, suits diverse palates with vegetarian, seafood, and meat options. Porto's cocktails are "amazing," and the knowledgeable staff enhances each visit.

1,908 Reviews

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Karen VIP
Greater Boston75 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a neighborhood gem for sure!! I love Porto!
PortoResponded today
Thank you very much Mrs. Moore! We love having you at Porto! We look forward to hosting you soon!
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Jose VIP
Caribbean3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very welcoming and a superb customer service. It feels like home!!! A mandatoy stop when we visit Boston !!!
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Elizabeth2017
Atlanta2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyable ambience with reasonable noise level. We could talk across the table. A blend of Mediterranean flavours with Italian standbys. Excellent service. A very delightful experience. I would recommend for date night!
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Michael
New York City3 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Porto is one of our favorite places to eat on Boston. The menu selection is a perfect mix of vegetarian, seafood, and meat options. Our choices were very tasty with just the right proportions. However, if you like robust proportions you may want to add a salad and/or antipasto as the main entrees may not be enough. Porto has an excellent drink and wine menu, too. The way minor complaint was the noise level in the far dining room was quite high due to a large, 20-something person party that clearly had been generously imbibing. Fortunately , that party left after about half hour, but not before we had asked our waiter to be reseated at another table in the first dining room. The rest of our evening was perfect. The staff at Porto is excellent, and very friendly and knowledgeable.
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Vasili VIP
Greater Boston11 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and the food was delicious. The drinks were awesome and original. Very energetic atmosphere.
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Paul VIP
Greater Boston116 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We recently dined at Porto with a party of 20, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish! Our server, Moises, truly elevated the evening with his impressive knowledge of both wine and food. He expertly guided us through the menu, offering fantastic pairings that complemented each dish perfectly. The atmosphere was lively and inviting, while the food itself was nothing short of delicious. Moises's attentive service and warm demeanor made our celebration unforgettable. We can't wait to return!
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Julia VIP
Cincinnati9 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant week price fix menu! Best espresso martini!
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Paul VIP
Greater Boston116 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A special thanks to manager Ned, who went above and beyond to accommodate our late arrival, ensuring our evening went smoothly. His attentiveness and warm hospitality made a significant difference. I can't wait to return for another fantastic meal!
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ChefTrish
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food and service wonderful! The music was a bit loud and “clubby”- a wonderful birthday dinner with family!
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Celeste VIP
Chicago23 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food at Porto is quite good, though selections are somewhat limited and there are no specials. I highly recommend the Duck Ragu Papardelle and a friend raved about the Eggplant Parmesan. Our server, Chloe, was exceptional! She was so professional, kind and thoughtful. Tow of our friends were visiting from Florida, travel extensively, and are very particular about food and wine. They found Porto to be among the best restaurants they have ever visited. I agree!
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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 1908 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.