Pizzeria Portofino – Italian
Sun-drenched and spirited, this waterfront-inspired escape captures the breezy elegance of the Italian Riviera through its vibrant atmosphere and chic, coastal-inspired decor. The table overflows with golden calamari fritti and creamy imported burrata, while the aroma of roasted garlic bread and sizzling prime beef meatballs invites guests to linger over shared plates and chilled wine. It is a place where the casual joy of a seaside holiday meets refined culinary artistry, making every meal feel like a celebratory afternoon spent under the Mediterranean sun.
317, North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60654 +13129009018 https://www.pizzeriaportofino.com0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: gluten-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Antipasti
- Crispy Parmesan Fries - $14: Garlic Aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Beef Meatballs - $16: Parmigiana, Basil, Pomodoro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Goat Cheese & Arrabiata - $16: Rosemary, Focaccia Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fritti - $21: Tomato Diavolo, Lemon Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tartare - $23: Amalfi Lemon, Calabrian Chili, Pistachio Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prosciutto San Daniele - $24: Focaccia, Whipped Ricotta, Local Honey Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Garlic Bread - $14: Parmesan Garlic Butter, Rosemary Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portuguese Octopus - $17: Calabrian Oregano, Crispy Potatoes, Portofino Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Fritta - $9: Diavola Sauce, Aged Parmesan Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Imported Burrata - $21: Honeycrisp Apple, Pecans, Balsamela Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Arugula Salad - $14: Shaved Parmesan, Lemon, Mint Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuscan Kale - $16: Aged Fontina, Sherry Vinaigrette, Pumpkin Seeds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean - $17: Tomato, Cucumber, Feta, Black Olive, Red Onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Romaine Caesar - $15: Amalfi Lemon Vinaigrette, Parmesan Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Margherita - $19: Tomato, Fior di Latte, Geneovese Basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Cheese - $18: Mozzarella, Parmesan, Crushed Campania Tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresca - $26: Mozzarella, Parmesan, Arugula, Sicilian Lemon, Prosciutto Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charred Pepperoni - $23: Ezzo Pepperoni, Mozzarella, Mama Lil's Peppers, Portofino Hot Honey Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Sausage & Fennel - $21: Caramelized Onion, Fresh Mozzarella, Parmesan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Truffle & Three Cheese - $33: Housemade Ricotta, Black Truffle Crema Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatball & Ricotta - $22: Fior Di Latte, Parmesan, Spicy Giardiniera Available at: dinner, lunch
- Due Funghi - $20: Roasted Mushrooms, Mozzarella, Porcini Crema Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Carnivore, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gorgonzola & Smoked Pancetta - $22: Rosemary, Parmesan, Honey Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butternut Squash & Goat Cheese - $23: Ricotta, Arugula, Hazelnuts Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Spaghetti Marinara - $19: Crushed Tomato, Basil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto Genovese - $17: Ligurian trofie Pasta, Parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Vodka - $22: Whipped Burrata, Calabrian Chili, Basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cacio e Pepe - $19: Toasted Peppercorns, Pecorino Romano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Limone - $17: Amalfi Lemon Oil, Basil, Parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Portofino Classics
- Mediterranean Branzino - $38: Marinated Artichokes, Frisee, Salmoriglio Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bar Harbor Mussels - $30: Roasted Tomato, Calabrian Chili, Basil, Focaccia Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Faroe Islands Salmon - $32: Winter Spinach, Gigante Beans, Lemon Zest Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Saltimbocca - $27: Prosciutto, Brown Butter, Sage Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Dessert
- Signature Hot Chocolate - $25: Housemade Marshmallows, Gingerbread Cookies, Classic Candy Canes, Peppermint
- Caramel Apple Sundae (Full Order) - $12: Brown Butter Crumble Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly
- Portofino Spritz Cake - $14: Orange, Prosecco, Vanilla Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Warm Chocolate & Nutella Cookie - $14: Praline Crunch, Ricotta Gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Classic Tiramisu - $14: Espresso, Mascarpone Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Ricotta Cannoli Gelato (Full Order) - $11: Pistachio, Candied Orange, Chocolate Chip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Salted Caramel Gelato (Full Order) - $11: Caramelia Chocolate, Sea Salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Seasonal Sorbet (Full Order) - $9
- Tres Gelati - $15: One Scoop of Each Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Portofino Spritz - $17: Aperol, Grapefruit, Prosecco Rosé Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Amalfi Spritz - $17: Limoncello, Prosecco, Pinot Grigio
- Venetian Spritz - $17: Aperol, Prosecco Rosé, Orange Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Paparazzi - $17: Elderflower, Prosecco, Mint, Cucumber Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- In Pursuit of Passion - $17: Flecha Azul Blanco, Passionfruit, Orgeat, Mezzodi Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Endless Summer Old Fashioned - $17: Wild Turkey Rye, Cocchi Americano, Lemon Demerara Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- River North With A View - $17: Sunny Vodka, Black Cherry, Basil, Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Splendido - $17: Dos Hombres, 818 Blanco, Ancho Reyes, Pineapple, Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Piazza Colada - $17: Bacardi Reserva Ocho, Hibiscus, Coconut, Pineapple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Luster & Leisure - $21: Four Roses, Lettuce Single Barrel, Rhubarb, Lemon, Mint Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sogno di Cocco - $21: Arette Reposado Lettuce Single Barrel, Coconut, Guava, Orangecello Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Portofino Purse - $90: Serves 2-4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tropical Spritz (Zero Proof) - $13: N/A Aperitivo, Passionfruit & Kalamansi, Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Waitlist (Zero Proof) - $13: Sparkling Rose, Elderflower, Lemon Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- San Pellegrino Sparkling Soda - $8: Limonata, Aranciata Rosa, Pomelo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Portofino Sunshine IPA N/A - $9: Go Brewing, 12oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Stella Artois - $8: 12oz
- Outlaw Light Lager - $8: 12oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Lizard King IPA - $12: 16oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Espressotini - $17: Ketel One Vodka, Espresso, Licor 43 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Limoncello - $13
- Espresso (Single) - $3
- Cappuccino - $6
- Drip Coffee - $3.5
Sides
- Gluten-Free Cauliflower Crust Upcharge - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
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