Cafe Porto Bello
| Address: | 672 E Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127, USA |
| Phone: | +1 617-269-7680 |
| Site: | cafeportobello.net |
| Rating: | 4.5 |
| Working: | 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–11PM 11AM–11PM Closed |
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Shawn McGrath
This is definitely a diamond in the rough. Who would have thought you could find a great Italian restaurant in Irish South Boston. This place not only meets but beats expectations. The outside of the restaurant is very deceiving and leaves you completely surprised when you walk through the door. Inside is very quaint and probably only seats about 20 people which is perfect. Staff is great and knows the menu perfectly which takes your attention away from the weathered menus. We started with the Italian Mussels which were great in the homemade marinara sauce. The only issue was the mussels themselves were very small compared to other mussels weve had. We moved on to our entrees and my wifes meal was amazing. Fusolini pasta with Broccoli Rob and spicy sausage made for an amazing combo. I got the Veal Sciambatta (apologize for the misspelling) which was loaded with a great white wine sauce, spinach, and prosciutto. Definitely better than many entrees Ive had in North End. And the portion sizes are perfect. Add to that the bargain prices of their wine and it makes for an amazing meal. Just make sure you head to the ATM beforehand because this pearl is cash only.
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Cory Stasko
The food is quite good, the service inconsistent and the location not great. The small dining room is packed during peak times, and largely empty otherwise. Its not clear how fancy theyre trying to be, which can lead to a kinda weird (or at least unpredictable) vibe. That said, this is some of the best italian food outside the north end.
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Shauna Gallagher
Hidden gem! Started going to the one in North Attleboro, as thats where I am from and found this when I lived in Southie. Monday night is pasta special night! $10 bucks and big portions, salad and soup!
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Gayle Keough
Not only is their food delicious, their customer servicing is great, too. Had an issue and it was resolved in a timely manner and to my satisfaction. Thank you, Rose and Vinnie.
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Anna Bell
Hidden gem. This quaint little restaurant has great food, ambiance, and service. The prices right, too. A real neighborhood spot. We will be back.
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A Private User
"Hanover Street" Italian food at half the price. Need I say more. The veal marsala and eggplant parmesan were excellent.
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adrienne gatien
Very good, reliably tasty food at a reasonable price...good wine by the glass as well. Perfect cozy spot for locals
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Rose Reeve
Dont forget to tip who ever is putting together your to-go orders..... They work just as hard as the wait staff
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Kylynn Fontaine
Very good traditional Italian food. House made fusilli is the star of the show. Good prices, cash only.
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A Private User
best place to eat in southie. CASH ONLY!! Great pizza and Italian food.
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Elizabeth Stoebel
Cozy inside, delicious pizza/dessert and good prices. Cash only.
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Bob Plansky
Good prices, great food... a great Italian eatery in Southie
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Ruth Sullivan
Greatest food, awesome staff and great environment!!
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John Burke
Great food, quiet. A little pricey but worth it.
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Abdalla Abdi عبدالرزاق بن محمود
It is a local Italian, good but not the best.
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Courtney Curran
Yummy food. Cozy little place. Cash only!
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Jeff Baker
Tiny local favorite, great italian food.
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Richie Mallard
I love the place...awesome food
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Peter Losi
Best Italian in the US.
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Justus Goldmann
Best pizza in Southie
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William Bond
Good food, good value.
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Sean Burke
has a beautiful door.
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Omar Castro
Great food
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Keith Jackson
ok
