I grew up about a mile and a half away from Portesi's and I think it was my absolute favorite place…read moreto eat, at least for pizza. In the many years since I moved away from Rapids, I have not been there but I could not pass it up when driving by today. I have very mixed feelings about it. The atmosphere was just not the same. They remodeled it and quite frankly it's just boring, awkward and loud now. The carpet and the checked plaid tablecloths and candles and everything that made an amazing old-school Italian restaurant are gone. It is very boring. Could be anywhere decor. Without the carpet, it's also extremely loud. The reconfiguration of the dining room was also very weird. So the atmosphere is just not what it used to be. I don't know why they gave that up. I know carpet is not easy to maintain but still. It's just a really not great vibe inside. That being said, they still make the best damn pizza. It was everything I remembered. I don't know how they do their crust better than anywhere else in the Midwest or beyond. It was so very, very good. Loved it wish I could eat that pizza more often. So thumbs down for the atmosphere big thumbs up for the pizza and the very gracious and helpful staff. It's an Italian restaurant. I wish they had Negronis on the cocktail menu, but I guess those just aren't popular in Wisconsin.

Went here for a night out and it was a great choice great food and the service was fast highly…read morerecommended!!

We have been coming here, nearly weekly, since January 2025. It is situated in the town's old…read morelibrary, high ceilings and chandeliers. I have never once been disappointed. Nice crispy thin crust pizza that doesn't skimp on the cheese!

Food rating! 5 Stars for a unique pizza that has been true and consistent for perhaps 20+ years!…read more Little fun fact, did you know it's run by a sitting Mayor? It's an old school library longtime ago converted to this pizza place. The sauce, crust, and flavors are unique and fantastic. If you catch Dan in the building, he's welcoming and kind. they also have a basement party room that's convenient for small to midsized gatherings. If you find yourself seeking a unique and tasty pizza, here's your spot.

Pizza was undercooked and gooey, threw it out.... Won't be back. Traveling for work and was one of…read morethe only options in town

The nicest people you will meet. For a great pizza! If anyone goes something better in the area let…read moreme know!

My first visit. I've been spending time in my home town and checking out all the places that have…read moreopened (and have vegetarian food) since I left. I love the location- along the river, historical building with high ceilings, lots of space and a variety of seating styles. They have a small but nicely curated wine list. I had a Cabernet Sauvignon and Vouvray. For dinner I ordered the pizza special- a Shrimp pizza that was an unexpected delight. The combination of the shrimp, lemon and parsley balanced really well. super friendly and helpful staff. A lovely place to visit for a beverage and pizza.

Pizza and breadsticks were really good weren't a lot of people in the restaurant cause of the…read morerecent storm so service was awesome was really hard to sit in the chairs

Nice sports bar located off the main street. Nice sized parking lot…read more Interior decor very appealing with lots of TV'S all over. Nice menu with a variety of foods sure to please most every taste. Waitress was very nice and helpful ( Jody) I'm sure we will visit again because there are quite a few food options to try again. EDIT.....Wife had a bloody, claims it was one of the best she ever had!! (She would be as she is an expert)

Good food great service. Very welcoming to new and regular customers. We got to the restaurant on a…read moreFriday night for fish fry at the busiest time and were seated in a decent time frame.

This place concerns me sometimes. Whenever we order pickup someone who's working on is on a…read moresubstance or has been within a day or two. They never fail at making good pizzas though, I've only ever had 1 really bad delivery experience here and it was probably just a busy day. The foods consistently good and never gross or bad. The insides nice I think.

Doesn't even deserve a star…read more Absolutely ridiculous customer service. We ordered food and were told it would be delivered within an hour. We live only 4.5 miles away, yet instead of telling us right away they wouldn't deliver here, they waited an entire HOUR before finally saying they refused to deliver. So they had no problem taking the order and wasting our time, but somehow couldn't tell us from the start? If 4.5 miles is too far, say that immediately instead of making people sit around waiting for food that was never coming. Completely unprofessional and a total waste of time. Won't be ordering from this location again

This business needs to get there act together. I order one…read moretime and I swear I will not go any where else for pizza. The next time I order and they either forget items on my order or it's not cooked all the way threw. Not sure if I can recommend this place until changes are made.

Great pizzas and the staff is always accommodating when we ask them make our pizza a 1/2 & 1/2. Not…read morein the mood for pizza? Try one of their sandwiches or pasta.

This is a wonderful place to gather with friends for a traditional Wisconsin fish fry. Just an FYI,…read morethe place is always busy, so be prepared for a wait....that's not a problem is you plan cocktail time with friends on the patio into your plans. The inside bar area is huge, and they have many local beers to choose from, my favorite is usually an ice cold Spotted Cow. Everyone in our group had the breaded/fried fish with fries, the portions were generous and the orders came out quickly. Everyone was happy with their meal and we will gladly return. The only criticism is that we felt a little rushed so they could turn over the table.

Good food and drink, great atmosphere with easy parking. Prices were on par for a riverside place…read morein height of summer. Great service!