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Portico is my new favorite ! The outside dining is amazing. I enjoyed an appetizer and a lovely salad; my husband ordered his favorite steak, New York…
Beth Croxton
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BEST ITALIAN FOOD IN RVA!!!! Must Go!! Great service, great food and great atmosphere! Rated best out-door seating in America! Also the owner Paolo is…
Matthew Becker
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Ate there Saturday evening with my girl. Indoors a bit loud and somewhat cramped. Romantic setting on outdoor patio is the main attraction. Menu is re…
JT
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9 Reviews on “Portico”
Ate there Saturday evening with my girl. Indoors a bit loud and somewhat cramped. Romantic setting on outdoor patio is the main attraction. Menu is reasonably priced and food was great but our ‘snooty’ waiter (Chris) spoiled it for us. Made us feel both uncomfortable and unwelcome. Even scoffed at some of the menu selections we made. We made the best of it (tried some reverse snootiness and found some humor in it) but unfortunately the lasting impression is poor service and not a pleasurable dining experience. Doubt very much that I would return anytime soon.
A good experience. After reading all the reviews I truly didn’t know what to expect from my mother’s day restaurant choice. I was pleasantly surprised. Our party of 5 arrived on Mother’s day for our 2:30 pm brunch reservations a few minutes early. There is mandatory valet parking which I found nice but my adult children found annoying. Upon entering I was immediately pleased by my choice. Beautiful place. The older gentleman who seated us (owner??) was the least friendly person we encountered during our stay. Luckily after him, things got friendly fast. Our waiter (So sorry I did not get his name) was attentive, courteous and down right nice and funny. Our appetizer (Artichoke hearts) was awesome but needs a new name. Artichoke and Crab bruschetta would be a more defining name. It was so yummy! All five of us had different entrees and all were very good. My salmon, gorgonzola and spinach omelette was awesome and the other omelette at the table was very good too. Pancakes and two pizzas were also very good. Dessert was Ok but that was my mistake for ordering my second choice and not first choice. Over all a fabulous experience. We sat outside and it was a bit warm for some of my party but other than that it was a great experience and we will definitely go back.
Visited on a Sunday night with 3 couples. We were seated quickly. The waiter was sketchy the food was good but the service was poor. I would give another try and hope for better service
Food is decent, but overpriced. Atmosphere is wonderful outside where you’re surrounded by gardens and there’s a huge outdoor fireplace. Waitstaff has been amazing every time. Extremely knowledgable and go the extra mile.
Food, mediocre at best. Service is slow ,understaffed.Outdoor seating,priceless,very enjoyable ambiance.
Good food, beautiful setting, horrible service !!!
A gem. What a great place, food was excellent, the ambiance outstanding. A great place to take that special someone, very romantic sitting out by the fire. Going back again soon.