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Porto, Boston, MA
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Porto

4.6
4.6
1521 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
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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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 54 times today
Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Seafood, Modern European

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (617) 536-1234

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive Chef

    Jody Adams

  • Private party facilities

    Porto’s private dining exudes the aesthetics of a modern Mediterranean restaurant. Touches of netted crystal lighting over coffered concrete ceilings and mirrored accents beautifully contrast our leather banquettes and warm wooden toned tables. Please email Kristina@Porto-Boston.com for details

  • Private party contact

    Kristina Plaku: (857) 417-2478

  • 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)<br />Three blocks from Bay Bay Station (Orange Line)

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • End of Summer Lobster Bake - A New England Summer

    US$150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Sept 11, 2023 only
    Join us on the patio at Porto to ring out the summer months with a classic New England Celebration of Summer: A Lobster Bake! Chef Amarilys Colon and Chef de Cuisine Josue Louis will be preparing all of your favorite New England Summer treats serving a multi-course Lobster bake with the classic summer sides - so you can sip, bite, and soak up the end of Summer on the patio! Our summer dinner series will take place on Porto's patio making for an unforgettable, summer al fresco dining experience surrounded by our Coastal Oasis installation complete with fresh lemons and lush greenery all around. Each dinner offers a different theme, a chance to gather around incredible dishes and sips, and soak up the summer at Porto Boston.
  • Porto's Porchetta Roast- A Family Style Party

    US$150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 24, 2023 only
    Join us on the patio for a Porchetta Roast! Executive Chef Amarilys Colon and Chef de Cuisine Josue Louis will be preparing a delicious family-style dining experience for our guests! Join the party, enjoy a delicious Porchetta Roast menu inclusive of fantastic flowing wine accompaniments, unbeatable company, all while surrounded by our Coastal Oasis installation complete with fresh lemons and lush greenery all around. The ultimate summer experience right here on the patio at Porto! Each dinner in our Summer Series offers a different theme, a chance to gather around incredible dishes and sips, and soak up the summer at Porto Boston.
  • Summer Dinner Series - Meet The Chefs

    US$150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 26, 2023 only
    Join us for an evening of storytelling, inspired dishes & wine. Porto's Executive Chef Amarilys Colon and Chef de Cuisine Josue Louis will be preparing a 3 Course dinner with dishes that shaped their careers & passion for culinary arts. Each course will be served with a story & guests will have the chance to meet the incredible culinary team & learn about their careers - one bite at a time! This event takes place on Porto's patio making for an unforgettable, summer al fresco dining experience surrounded by our Coastal Oasis installation complete with fresh lemons and lush greenery all around. Each dinner offers a different theme, a chance to gather around incredible dishes and sips, and soak up the summer at Porto Boston.

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What 1,521 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. TouristTraveler23

    Toronto

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The pasta was absolutely amazing. The host at the door was kind and gracious. The bread they leave at the table was so good. Great food!
  2. CarolK

    New England

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an amazing dinner, we sat on their patio that is so cute and comfortable. The food was delicious and the service was great. Can't wait to go back. Definitely recommend going.
  3. KimD

    Dallas

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Service was impeccable. Everyone was so attentive. Our server was a joy and very helpful. The squid and oysters were amazing! I can’t get over how crunchy outside and tender inside the squid was.
  4. MichaelB

    New England

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Always an amazing dinner going to Porto. I love that it is a different experience each time as the menu changes on occasion. Service is always fantastic and helpful. Food is delicious. Truly one of the best places in Boston. The only down side was that it was very loud this time but only because of an energetic private event happening, but this is not a regular occurrence. Will continue to go again and again, especially for the octopus!
  5. Sofia

    New England

    26 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    A great spot for friends or colleagues gathering. The entrance is easy to miss. Our favorite dish of the night is “Branzino”! Even the veggies in that dish is delicious!
  6. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely phenomenal food and service! The patio was very enjoyable to sit on and every dish we tried was outstanding. I will gladly be back for future special occasions :)
  7. TroyB

    New England

    51 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    We were sat inside corner which was loud, the manager was nice enough to move us outside to patio. No server came by for 30 min and we tried but left.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    The food is so mid for what it costs- highly recommend going somewhere else to get your money’s worth
  9. Benito

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great menu -- each dish offered a plethora of tastes in each bite.

    PortoResponded on May 17, 2023Thank you so much and I'm very glad you enjoyed the food! We hope to see you back soon!

  10. Mini40

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Lovely restaurant with excellent overall service and good food. Spacious interior but the high noise level is the main drawback. However we had a great dinner and enjoyed our time there

    PortoResponded on May 17, 2023Thank you so much for the lovely feedback Mini! Next time you come you can join us on the patio, there are way less flat surfaces the sound can bounce on out there! We hope to see you back soon!

  11. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Only complaint was the breeze from the door to the patio. Service, food, etc., were excellent

    PortoResponded on May 17, 2023With the warm weather coming, I promise there will be no breeze the next time you come by! Thank you for the kind words and we hope to see you back soon!

  12. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience4
    The food is overpriced for the quality of it. We got the pastas and they were cold. The octopus was delicious so maybe I would stick to the seafood. The cocktails run on the sweeter side if that’s your thing. The waiters forgot multiple elements of our 3 item order. The ambience was nice and soothing indoors.
  13. ShannonF

    New England

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Excellent meal and cocktails were delicious!! We loved the patio but you should find a way to better secure the plastic flaps on the patio to the ground. Good protection from wind but person sitting against the plastic gets hit by the plastic/wet.

    PortoResponded on May 8, 2023Hi Shannon! I'm very glad you enjoyed your dinner with us on Saturday! The wind was a little bit stronger and knocked the sides out of the tracks but we're working on getting them fixed ASAP, and they will surely be all set the next time you come to enjoy dinner on the patio. We hope to see you back soon!

  14. Jayne

    New England

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent! The branzino was fabulous! Recommend!

    PortoResponded on May 8, 2023Hi Jayne, thanks for the nice review! The Branzino is my personal favorite from our Entrees, I eat it almost every day! We hope to see you back soon!

  15. Maro

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience2
    Was not happy with my first experience here. I come to Boston often and I can say the food was great the personnel were inexperienced. Where we sat was outside but they placed us in a very cold windy corner. Just disappointed.

    PortoResponded on May 5, 2023Hi Maro! I'm very sorry about your experience on our patio, as you saw it was enclosed but we have to keep a constant air flow out there because of the heaters, and May hasn't been that great to us so far if we're talking weather. I'm hoping next time you're in Boston and it's nicer outside you consider joining us for dinner once again as we'd love to show you how phenomenal the experience can be when you take away the suboptimal weather.

  16. PanagiotaK

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    We visited Porto restaurant last night. The place is really elegant, but when busy, the level of noise is really high. However, the food was great. Personally I think there could be more options in the menu. Pasta was great!

    PortoResponded on May 5, 2023Hi Panagiota! I'm really glad you enjoyed dinner! We'd love to hear feedback about what exactly you felt like was missing as an option on the menu and we'll do our absolute best to include it with our next menu change. Our pasta tastes that good because it's house made every morning with love! We hope to see you back soon on the patio with nicer weather, it doesn't get nearly as noisy there! Best - Ned

  17. PickyL

    Denver

    120 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    120 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    The food is always so good at Porto. It is too bad that it always looks so cold and impersonal b/c people are nice and really good food with a nice wine selection

    PortoResponded on May 3, 2023Hi Picky! Thanks for the review, I was wondering if you could share a bit more detail with me. When you say cold and impersonal are you talking about the interior of the restaurant? I'm really happy you liked the food and our service! We hope to make it feel a little warmer next time you come by!

  18. LeeW

    Milwaukee

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous service, amazing scallops, cod, etc with amazing chocolate chip cookie for dessert!

    PortoResponded on May 3, 2023Hi Lee! Thanks for your review! I'm very glad you enjoyed all of our new spring menu items and our service! We hope to see you back soon!

  19. DaveandLaura

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed a wonderful dinner with the help of a very knowledgeable waiter. We had appetizers and two of the pasta dishes, wild mushrooms on one and duck confit on the other, and both the pasta and sauces were perfect. We finished by sharing a "real" Italian cheesecake that didn't disappoint. We'll come back when we're in Boston.

    PortoResponded on May 3, 2023Hi Dave and Laura! Thank you for your kind words! We'll be here! See you when you come back!

  20. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience4
    The service was excellent & the food tasty but it was too noisy for me.

    PortoResponded on May 3, 2023Hi! I'm very glad you enjoyed your dinner and the service! We don't have large semi private events like the one that was next to you frequently, they were celebrating a successful year. Hopefully this doesn't discourage you from coming back to taste our Spring menu that was just released. We hope to see you back sometime soon!

  21. eldetee

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We dined on the patio on a cold night. It was slightly cool but the heaters did a good job. The patio made it easy to talk to our guests. Service was attentive and we really enjoyed the food, especially the Brussel sprouts and scallops. We were celebrating a birthday and the staff made that pleasant and not embarrassing.

    PortoResponded on April 26, 2023Happy you had a great time out on the patio and we hope to see you back when the weather is a little nicer to us in May or June!

  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing restaurant with great food! I would suggest the branzino and Halibut for main course, mushroom pasta, and as appetizer the octopus . Josue, the chef and the staff is so friendly and nice. We had a great night

    PortoResponded on April 26, 2023Glad you had fun! I'll let Josue know about your feedback and we hope to see you soon!

  23. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience2
    We had made outdoor seating reservations. It was a cold evening (temp. In the 40s). They were able to give us one heater for a table of 8. Chairs are made of metal. So we were very cold. Only after we had been there for about a hour chattering, the sommelier thought of bringing us blankets (thank you!) They should have been offered as soon as we were seated (the hostess was horrible and did not welcome us, acted like she was doing us a favor seating us. No smile. No hospitality). Drinking hot water with Leon warmed us a bit. The manager saw our situation but did nothing. A couple of additional heaters were essential and should have been available. In any event, the food was great. Our server was great. Overpriced? Absolutely yes.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was outstanding and amazing service. Best Brussel sprouts I’ve ever had in my life!

    PortoResponded on April 26, 2023I'm really happy you enjoyed your dinner and Brussel sprouts! We're having an upcoming spring menu change so you might have to wait until next Winter to try Brussels again but we'll have plenty of gorgeous, seasonal dishes available on April 27th! We hope to see you back soon!

  25. GRich

    New England

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Each of the six dishes - four appetizers and two entrees - the three of us ordered were excellent. A few - the Spanish octopus, cauliflower agrodolce, wild mushroom mafalade and the branzino - were outstanding! The waitstaff met our every need with smiles. Looking back, this was one of the best dinners we've enjoyed in recent years, which included two trips to London and Paris.
  26. DME1

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    We had a fantastic meal! Highly recommend. Quiet, great food. Sat for a while and chatted; felt a little pressure to get out of there despite there being plenty of open tables. Still, great time.
  27. Mazz

    New England

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    First time dining here and had a very good experience. Wait staff was super attentive. Food was very good. Menu seemed limited because of Boston Marathon weekend but otherwise no complaints. Give it a try!

    PortoResponded on April 18, 2023Hi Mazz! Thank you for giving us a try and for leaving this nice review. The menu was limited for the Marathon Weekend, but we hope to see you back on a regular night so you can try out some of our other lovely food! Hope to see you back soon! Best, Ned

  28. Glenn

    New England

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a delightful and knowledgeable Waiter I can’t remember his name, but he was from Medellin Coolombia I highly recommend the halibut and the chop salad

    PortoResponded on April 18, 2023Hi Glenn, thank you very much for the lovely feedback! I believe your waiter's name was Edgar. The halibut is one of my personal favorites as well! I'll make sure to pass along the feedback to him as well! We hope to see you back soon! Best, Ned

  29. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was okay- personally not worth the price. Halibut was overcooked. Our after dinner beverages arrived after our dessert was finished. Not sure we would return again given there are much better restaurants at this price point.
  30. sunlight

    New England

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great choice for pre- Symphony or pre theater meal.

    PortoResponded on April 18, 2023Thank you so much Sunlight! We hope to see you back before your next concert!

  31. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Both my meal and my daughter’s was below par. Her steals was back on the outside and red inside. My fish was tasteless. I would not go back, and it was expensive.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambience, amazing staff, food and drinks. I work in the restaurant industry and it was nice to see managers touching tables, taking drink and food orders. Will defiantly come back
  33. TJAH

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    It’s a little tight in there, but very nice restaurant and great service. Food was not mind blowing, but very good.

    PortoResponded on April 18, 2023Thank you for your feedback! We'll do our best to blow your mind next time you come back with our Spring Menu change that's happening on April 27th! We hope to see you back!

  34. VickiF

    New England

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really delicious meal and fantastic attentive service! Would definitely recommend this restaurant!

    PortoResponded on April 18, 2023Thank you so much for your kind words Vicki! We hope to see you back soon!

  35. MatthewW

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Overall a great experience! Service was wonderful! Wait staff took really good care of me! I never felt like I was forgotten or unattended to. Crispy brussel sprouts were amazing! I also had the scallops which were just as delicious. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. Thank you! I’ll be back again!

    PortoResponded on April 18, 2023Hi Matthew! I'm glad you enjoyed your dinner with us and thank you so much for sharing your feedback with the world! The scallops are my absolute favorite Entree of ours! We hope to see you back soon!

  36. Phyl

    New England

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Past excellent but not warm enough overall uneven heating Halibut was excellent- great sauce

    PortoResponded on April 18, 2023Thank you for your feedback Phyl! Sorry about the pasta, we'll do our best to make sure it's evenly heated throughout next time you come! We hope to see you back soon!

  37. Elizabeth

    New England

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience3
    Food and cocktails were great, but our table of 3 waited almost 40 minutes for our drinks to come out.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This couldn’t have been a more perfect experience. To working with Kristina to set up the event, to the team onsite the night of the event (and our great server!)… it was truly amazing. The food and drinks were great, the setup and ambiance worked great for our group of 17… they really went above and beyond. I can’t recommend Porto enough for an event!
  39. Londoncalling

    San Francisco

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Highly recommend! Great Brussels sprouts
  40. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday dinner and food was amazing!! Will definitely return on my next visit.

    PortoResponded on April 7, 2023Thank you for the review! I'm very glad you had fun! We hope to see you back next time you're in town!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Porto using the Order Online button. Porto also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 536-1234.

Porto is rated 4.6 stars by 1521 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.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 54 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Porto

Ring Road, Boston, MA 02199-7820

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Boylston Street & Huntington Avenue

  • Neighbourhood

    Back Bay

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Seafood, Modern European

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • 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)

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive Chef

    Jody Adams

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (617) 536-1234

  • Private party facilities

    Porto’s private dining exudes the aesthetics of a modern Mediterranean restaurant. Touches of netted crystal lighting over coffered concrete ceilings and mirrored accents beautifully contrast our leather banquettes and warm wooden toned tables. Please email Kristina@Porto-Boston.com for details

  • Private party contact

    Kristina Plaku: (857) 417-2478

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