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    Portofino's

    4.0 (310 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza, Salad
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Mook

    The server was alright. She wasn't rude or anything but we ordered to go after getting salads. We called to let them know our order was wrong and we were hung up on. So we drove back to the location letting them check the order. We had absolutely NO SAUCE && we ordered pasta!!! When we got there the man with the bald head and loud mouth yelled at the server and then came to us make smart comments under his breath as "I'll leave the old food here so you can believe that we made you new food." Well excuse us we didn't say you wouldn't do that. We appreciate them making out things over and giving desert BUT WE WILL NOT BE BACK!!!!

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    Armani S.

    In a sea of fake Italian restaurants this place is VERY REAL! I have been searching all over Charlotte for a true family feeling restaurant that has flavor and proper portion sizes. Not only are the servers attentive and kept our drinks full, but down to the food, this place surprised me in the best way possible! Can't wait to visit again!

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    Patricia T.

    Pretty relaxed environment with very good customer service. The waiter often checked in on us and got us what we needed in a timely manner. Everything went smoothly. The portions were big which I liked. I got the Arrabbiata Pasta which came with a side salad. I chose to get the house dressing and it was really good. The pasta itself was very appealing but overall alright. The spicy marinara had that tang to it but the sauce's taste starting getting boring about halfway through.

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    Evangeline L.

    Got the Vodka Sauce Pasta. Portion is large but not spectacular in terms of flavor. However, I'd you're looking for comfort food, it's pretty decent!

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    Christy C.

    Portofino's is my husbands favorite Italian restaurant in charlotte. We were so excited to see we could get it delivered to our house. We ordered a house salad and chicken Alfredo. It was delicious, rich and the serving was plenty for us to split. Portofino's bread is also absolutely delightful.

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    24 days ago

    Food was perfect as was the service. Ambiance was lovely. I highly recommend for good food and prices.

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    1 month ago

    Food is great and authentic Italian. Service is always consistently excellent. Very reasonable prices

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    1 month ago

    Carry out. Was great, fresh tasting and the portions are large. Will definitely order from there again.

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    5 months ago

    Great food! The meat calzone was awesome along with the marinara sauce. The hostess was so friendly as well.

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    8 months ago

    Food was delish! Everyone was very welcoming, like a family. The restaurant was very clean and the food came out fast.

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    10 months ago

    Always enjoy the food at Portofinos. A little surprised to see an Ice Tea drink cost $4.00 /ea. A beer was only $.50 more?

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    10 months ago

    The service is good and the food is authentic and fantastic. The servers see a need and immediately remedy it. The food is so delicious.

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    It's such a great place to eat Italian food. The waiter was amazingly attentive, and the food was very good. Highly recommended.

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    If the management are going to be this rude to customers they'll need to serve better cooking.

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