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Locanda Portofino, Santa Monica, CA
Locanda Portofino, Santa Monica, CA
Locanda Portofino, Santa Monica, CA
Locanda Portofino, Santa Monica, CA
Locanda Portofino, Santa Monica, CA

Locanda Portofino

4.7
4.7
911 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Since 1995, passion and devotion keeps Locanda Portofino one of the most authentic Italian restaurants on the westside. Where freshness and quality collaborate to create traditional such as egg tagliatelle bolognese, flavorful Neapolitan meat ragu, exotic spaghetti with sea urchin

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2 people

10:00 p.m.


Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 5:30 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (310) 394-2070
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual

What 911 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

911 Reviews
  1. LingLing

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The pasta and salad we had were both excellent. Very fresh tasting and flavorful. I had the Uni pasta and the pasta was cooked al dente. My husband had the Gnocci with pesto sauce, a beautiful deep green color with wonderful taste of pine nuts. The waiter who served us is very, very experienced and recommended two beautiful red wine by the glass to us that went so well with our food. He definitely knows his wine. We are totally satisfied with the food and service and will be back again soon.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The menus has expanded and improved since we were last there. Delicious!!

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  3. OrnelaM

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    loved everything about it and can't wait to be back

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Authentic, well served and welcoming top to bottom. Nice menu and usually several specials, we particularly love the squash blossoms. Excellent wine selections.

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  5. KarlyW

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and authentic to true Italian cuisine.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic service. So welcoming and friendly. Great food. A great local find as we are from uk

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  7. Protar

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As I have stated before Locanda Portofino is the Westside's premiere Trattoria. The Ferrari Brothers transport the diner to Italy with authentic cuisine, a stellar wine list and impeccable service.

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  8. DanM

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Having eaten here for years and had stellar food I was saddened by the the quality of last night’s meal. Its a drag that the love care and attention is not taken care of.

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  9. JonathanG

    Houston

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place was recommended as a great place to have an early business meal. It did not disappoint. The service was excellent and the food superb. We will be back.

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  10. moose

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Some of the best pasta dished in LA. Inventive recipes made with quality ingredients. Welcoming environment and highly professional service.

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  11. nancy

    Los Angeles

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service! One of our favorite Santa Monica restaurants for friends get together!

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tutto molto buono!! Un vero italiano a Los Angeles, lo consiglio veramente. Unico difetto il costo elevato ma ormai è osi in America.

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  13. moose

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Authentic Italian dishes served in a charming outdoor setting, or indoors if you prefer. Knowledgable waiters who are attentive and helpful. Wide range of choices from meats, poultry fish and a large selection of inventive pasta dishes. One of the most satisfying dining experiences in LA.

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  14. JosephS

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Portions on smaller side...outdoor table was perfect

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  15. SandyS

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this neighborhood gem. We've never had a bad meal and the service is great, too. Everyone is nice and considerate.

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  16. djw543

    Los Angeles

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent Italian fare and wonderful wine list though small.

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  17. NeilG

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Service was good but the atmosphere was noisy. I would still go back there

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  18. Peter

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience1
    Food was okay, but disappointing. Prices are high and not worth the value

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  19. fogiesnightout

    Los Angeles

    83 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined on July 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My wife and I had not been here for some time. The outside eating area has been upgraded as has the menu and food quality. It was a little noisier than I would have wanted but that was because the group sitting at the next neighboring table made no attempt to be quiet. We will certainly return

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  20. AllyssaP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A rare authentic Italian gem!!! Do not let the exterior surrounding area fool you...this gorgeous and delicious spot is THE REAL DEAL!!!! Everything here is 5-stars: the service, ambiance, extensive wine list, food, & dessert. BRAVISIMO!! GRAZIE MILLE A TUTTI!!!

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  21. PattyJ

    Los Angeles

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fantastic, as always. You can count on the food here to be impecable, the service top shelf and the overall experience of being that of a very high end, completely authentic Italian restaurant. we also had three birthdays at our dinner and they made it a very special night and were super accomodating. Thank you, Locanda!

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  22. esilvad

    Los Angeles

    21 reviews

    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on June 30, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    This restaurant is a gem in the neighborhood. We had a lovely evening, dinner.

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  23. Whitley

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have been eating here for 20 years for a reason.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had forgotten how great this restaurant. Loved everything about it. Food and service phenomenal!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just the best, that’s all there is to it. I have been coming here for years upon years, and I always leave shocked at how they were able to outdo themselves. Best southern Italian in LA

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Over priced for mediocre Italian if you know what Italian food is supposed to taste like and service was inattentive.

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  27. MickeyB

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is excellent and atmosphere inviting! Great dining experience!

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  28. FoodSnob

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best place for a fun dinner out

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  29. nancy

    Los Angeles

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We just moved to the neighborhood and ate at this wonderful neighborhood gem for my birthday last night. The food was very delicious, the service was excellent & super friendly and we loved the ambiance. We can't wait to go back with family & friends!

    1 person found this helpful

  30. AGP3

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Locanda is just a fantastic local Italian spot on Montana. Excellent food, great service, and a wonderful setting.

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  31. Mfr1

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    They have adopted a $50 fee for corkage. Absolutely absurd. will not patronize this behavior.

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  32. Marc

    Los Angeles

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing evening! Our waitress Sylvia was wonderful. Great advice, sense of humor and made us feel at home. I will go back soon.

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  33. JeffreyZ

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was fantastic authentic Italian. Very well done any happening outside area.

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  34. sgtmothersir

    Los Angeles

    36 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Neighborhood gem with loyal clientele. Seating inside and out. Great service! Really good food and lots of choices!

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  35. Best

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great food, wine, service. Excellent heated outdoor dining.

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  36. eatup

    Central Coast

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Best Italian pastas served by pros. Wish you could duplicate them! Celebrate a special birthday event, and could not have been happier. Look forward to returning soon Thank you.

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  37. ElenaW

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great as always 👏🏻 Penne a la vodka is always the best choice!

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  38. DebbieH

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated my husbands birthday and we will be back!!!!!!! EVERYTHING WAS PERFECT!!!!!!

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  39. ScottL

    Tahoe

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, food, ambiance and service were great, thanks!

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  40. erikl

    Los Angeles

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great meal and good wine at Locanda Portofino

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FAQs

Locanda Portofino does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Locanda Portofino also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 394-2070.

Locanda Portofino is rated 4.7 stars by 911 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:00 p.m.


Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Locanda Portofino

1110 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    11th Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Santa Monica
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 5:30 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Parking Details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine
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