Porta Bella – Italian
Stepping into Porta Bella feels like discovery of a storied neighborhood retreat where the comforting aroma of bubbling lasagna and stone-fired pizzas drifts through a warm, inviting atmosphere. Guests linger over the legendary Garibaldi sandwich and crisp salads, pairing hearty Italian-inspired classics with spirited, hand-crafted cocktails like the zesty Wiscosmo or a botanical Negroni. It is a place where timeless flavors meet a vibrant bar culture, creating an enchanting sanctuary perfect for both intimate dinners and lively evening toasts.
425, North Frances Street, Madison https://www.portabellarest.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at Porta Bella
Dairy-Free at Porta Bella
Porta Bella in Madison has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Garibaldi Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Porta Bella
Porta Bella in Madison has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Specialty Pizza and Garibaldi Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Porta Bella
Porta Bella in Madison has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Robert Palmer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Porta Bella
Porta Bella in Madison has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garibaldi Sandwich, Cool Mule and Side Car. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Porta Bella
Porta Bella in Madison has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Specialty Pizza, Garibaldi Sandwich and Cool Mule. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Porta Bella
Porta Bella in Madison has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Garibaldi Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Porta Bella
Porta Bella in Madison has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side Car and Robert Palmer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Porta Bella
Porta Bella in Madison has 7 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Specialty Pizza, Garibaldi Sandwich and Lasagna. 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 Porta Bella
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Side Car | 28.6 g | 9.6 g |
| Cool Mule | 46.7 g | 5.8 g |
| Lasagna | 9.1 g | 4.9 g |
| Wiscosmo | 21.4 g | 2.5 g |
| Purple Haze | 77 g | 2.4 g |
| Robert Palmer | 2.2 g | 0 g |
| Negroni | 17.5 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Menu
Signature Dishes
- Garibaldi Sandwich - $12.99: A Madison favorite sandwich Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Porta Salad - $10.5: Cheddar and mozzarella cheese, salami, ham, garbanzo beans, choice of seven dressings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna - $15.95: Fresh pasta, Italian-seasoned beef, homemade Tomato Sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Specialty Pizza - $14: Choose from 11 specialty pizzas or create your own Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Wiscosmo - $9: Door County Distillery Cherry Brandy, Clockwork Orange liqueur, cranberry and lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Cool Mule - $9: Prairie Organic Cucumber Vodka, St. Elder Elderflower liqueur, ginger beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Side Car - $10: Korbel Brandy, orange liqueur, Limoncello Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Lectin-Free
- Robert Palmer - $11: Very dry Tanqueray martini Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Purple Haze - $10: Tito’s Vodka, Chambord, cream, pineapple juice
- Negroni - $10: Death’s Door Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, orange slice
- Algonquin - $10: Rye whiskey, dry vermouth, pineapple juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse
- Nutty Nail - $11: Russo Nocino walnut liqueur, Dewars White Label Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Frequently Asked Questions about Porta Bella
- Is Porta Bella dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Porta Bella has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Garibaldi Sandwich.
- What can I eat at Porta Bella on a dairy-free diet?
- Garibaldi Sandwich carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Porta Bella have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Garibaldi Sandwich and Cool Mule.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Porta Bella?
- Side Car, at roughly 9.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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