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: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Pizzeria Portofino
Dairy-Free at Pizzeria Portofino
Pizzeria Portofino in Chicago has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mediterranean Branzino, Spaghetti Marinara and Portuguese Octopus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Pizzeria Portofino
Pizzeria Portofino in Chicago has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mediterranean Branzino, Portuguese Octopus and Tuna Tartare. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Pizzeria Portofino
Pizzeria Portofino in Chicago has 33 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crispy Parmesan Fries, Salted Caramel Gelato (Full Order) and Calamari Fritti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Pizzeria Portofino
Pizzeria Portofino in Chicago has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresca and Imported Burrata. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Pizzeria Portofino
Pizzeria Portofino in Chicago has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Imported Burrata and Chicken Saltimbocca. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Pizzeria Portofino
Pizzeria Portofino in Chicago has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mozzarella Fritta, Arugula Salad and Imported Burrata. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Pizzeria Portofino
Pizzeria Portofino in Chicago has 20 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spaghetti Marinara, Piazza Colada and Portofino Purse. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Pizzeria Portofino
Pizzeria Portofino in Chicago has 41 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crispy Parmesan Fries, Salted Caramel Gelato (Full Order) and Caramel Apple Sundae (Full Order). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Pizzeria Portofino
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tuna Tartare | 9.9 g | 41.8 g |
| Fresca | 16.6 g | 35.9 g |
| Splendido | 33.8 g | 34.5 g |
| Mediterranean | 23.3 g | 32.5 g |
| Meatball & Ricotta | 51.4 g | 32.2 g |
| Arugula Salad | 20.9 g | 31.9 g |
| Romaine Caesar | 152.7 g | 30.2 g |
| Pesto Genovese | 3.8 g | 27.7 g |
| Seasonal Sorbet (Full Order) | 67.2 g | 27.7 g |
| Margherita | 18.8 g | 23.5 g |
| Prime Beef Meatballs | 42.5 g | 22.9 g |
| Espressotini | 59.2 g | 20.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Antipasti
- Crispy Parmesan Fries - $14: Garlic Aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Beef Meatballs - $16: Parmigiana, Basil, Pomodoro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Goat Cheese & Arrabiata - $16: Rosemary, Focaccia Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fritti - $21: Tomato Diavolo, Lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tartare - $23: Amalfi Lemon, Calabrian Chili, Pistachio Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free 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, Halal, 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: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Fritta - $9: Diavola Sauce, Aged Parmesan Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, 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, Halal, 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: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuscan Kale - $16: Aged Fontina, Sherry Vinaigrette, Pumpkin Seeds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean - $17: Tomato, Cucumber, Feta, Black Olive, Red Onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Romaine Caesar - $15: Amalfi Lemon Vinaigrette, Parmesan Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Margherita - $19: Tomato, Fior di Latte, Geneovese Basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Cheese - $18: Mozzarella, Parmesan, Crushed Campania Tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresca - $26: Mozzarella, Parmesan, Arugula, Sicilian Lemon, Prosciutto Dietary tags: High-Protein 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory 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: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory 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, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Vodka - $22: Whipped Burrata, Calabrian Chili, Basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cacio e Pepe - $19: Toasted Peppercorns, Pecorino Romano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Limone - $17: Amalfi Lemon Oil, Basil, Parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, 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: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bar Harbor Mussels - $30: Roasted Tomato, Calabrian Chili, Basil, Focaccia Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Faroe Islands Salmon - $32: Winter Spinach, Gigante Beans, Lemon Zest Dietary tags: Halal, 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 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Caramel Apple Sundae (Full Order) - $12: Brown Butter Crumble Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly
- Portofino Spritz Cake - $14: Orange, Prosecco, Vanilla Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Warm Chocolate & Nutella Cookie - $14: Praline Crunch, Ricotta Gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Classic Tiramisu - $14: Espresso, Mascarpone Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- 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, Halal, Pescatarian
- Seasonal Sorbet (Full Order) - $9 Dietary tags: Halal
- Tres Gelati - $15: One Scoop of Each Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy 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, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb, 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, Halal, 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, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline
- Piazza Colada - $17: Bacardi Reserva Ocho, Hibiscus, Coconut, Pineapple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, 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, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Portofino Purse - $90: Serves 2-4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly
- Waitlist (Zero Proof) - $13: Sparkling Rose, Elderflower, Lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- San Pellegrino Sparkling Soda - $8: Limonata, Aranciata Rosa, Pomelo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- 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, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Limoncello - $13
- Espresso (Single) - $3
- Cappuccino - $6
- Drip Coffee - $3.5
Sides
- Gluten-Free Cauliflower Crust Upcharge - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Pizzeria Portofino
- Is Pizzeria Portofino dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Pizzeria Portofino has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mediterranean Branzino, Spaghetti Marinara and Portuguese Octopus.
- What can I eat at Pizzeria Portofino on a dairy-free diet?
- Mediterranean Branzino, Spaghetti Marinara and Portuguese Octopus carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Pizzeria Portofino have vegan options?
- Yes. 20 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Spaghetti Marinara and Piazza Colada.
- Is Pizzeria Portofino gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Pizzeria Portofino?
- Tuna Tartare, at roughly 41.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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