Porto – Mediterranean
Stepping into Porto feels like a breezy coastal escape, where the vibrant energy of a Mediterranean harbor is captured through overflowing platters of chilled seafood and artfully prepared tuna tartare. The air carries the irresistible scent of warm, herb-dusted focaccia and savory meatballs, creating a sophisticated yet soulful atmosphere where bright, seasonal flavors like cauliflower agrodolce shine alongside the freshest treasures of the sea. This elegant destination invites guests to linger over the salt-kissed bounty of the raw bar while soaking in an ambiance that is both refreshingly modern and timelessly coastal.
Ring Road, Boston, MA, 02116 +16175361234 https://www.porto-boston.com/0Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, 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, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Porto
Dairy-Free at Porto
Porto in Boston has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Seared Branzino and Za'atar Spiced Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Porto
Porto in Boston has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seared Scallops, Whole Seared Branzino and Za'atar Spiced Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Porto
Porto in Boston has 24 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smashed Crispy Potatoes, Truffle Fries and Chocolate Olive Oil Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Porto
Porto in Boston has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Octopus A La Plancha and Rigatoni Bolognese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Porto
Porto in Boston has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Roasted Mushroom Mafalde. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Porto
Porto in Boston has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Truffle Fries and Brussels Sprouts. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Porto
Porto in Boston has 13 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tiramisu, Smashed Crispy Potatoes and Truffle Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Porto
Porto in Boston has 7 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Za'atar Spiced Chicken, Local Burrata and Crispy Calamari. 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 Porto
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chopped Salad | 1.4 g | 62.3 g |
| Rigatoni Bolognese | 33.3 g | 52.2 g |
| Tuna Tartare | 9.9 g | 41.8 g |
| San Daniele Prosciutto & Poached Pear | 26 g | 40 g |
| Octopus A La Plancha | 14.8 g | 37.6 g |
| Short Rib Lasagna | 13.7 g | 36.7 g |
| Chitarra & Mussels Puttanesca | 38.8 g | 36.1 g |
| Cauliflower Agrodolce | 6.2 g | 33.2 g |
| Roasted Mushroom Mafalde | 7.4 g | 33 g |
| Za'atar Spiced Chicken | 1.4 g | 28.4 g |
| Whole Za'atar Spiced Chicken | 1.4 g | 28.4 g |
| Grilled Hanger Steak | 35.9 g | 24.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Crudo
- The Positano Platter - $125: a double plateau of 12 local oysters, 12 shrimp cocktail and tuna tartare accompanied by grapefruit mignonette, cocktail sauce and lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tartare - $25: seaweed yogurt, pear, ginger, wonton chips, urfa, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail - $6: house cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local Oysters - $3: each Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Half Dozen Local Oysters - $18 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
Bread & Salads
- Herb Dusted Focaccia - $8: smoked tomato, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chopped Salad - $18: chicories, smoked feta, pepperoncini, black olive crumbs, chili-lime vinaigrette, mint Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Antipasti
- Roasted Carrots - $17: whipped gorgonzola, pickled cranberries, tuscan kale, pecans, dill Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Cauliflower Agrodolce - $17: golden raisins, shallots, pecorino, pine nuts, anchovy Dietary tags: Halal, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Porto Meatballs - $18: beef, veal, pork, tomato, parmigiano reggiano, oregano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner
- Crispy Calamari - $21: pickled peppers, spicy tomato aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Local Burrata - $21: fig preserve, curly endive, chili-sumac oil, grilled toast, tarragon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Octopus A La Plancha - $24: fingerling potato, aioli, smoked tomato, celery relish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb
- San Daniele Prosciutto & Poached Pear - $18: toasted pepitas, sage Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Brussels Sprouts - $16: date-chili sauce, almonds, pomegranate, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
Housemade Pastas
- Roasted Mushroom Mafalde - $30: roasted oyster mushrooms, garlic butter, parmigiano reggiano, aleppo pepper Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach
- Rigatoni Bolognese - $28: beef, veal, pork, tomato, pancetta, parmigiano reggiano
- Ricotta Gnocchi - $32: parmigiano reggiano, lemon butter, eight pepper spice, sage Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Chitarra & Mussels Puttanesca - $32: harissa braised tomatoes, capers, olives, preserved lemon, anchovy, parsley Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
Entrées
- Nonna's Eggplant Parmigiana - $32: san marzano tomato, mozzarella, bread crumbs, parmesan, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Whole Seared Branzino - $54: romanesco, saffron pearl onions, romesco, hazelnuts, blood orange salmoriglio, mint Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline
- Double Rib Lamb Chops - $46: roasted thyme potatoes, rosemary yogurt, salsa verde, olives Dietary tags: South-Beach
- Seared Scallops - $46: celery root purée, brussels sprout leaves, pancetta, pear, brown butter sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Za'atar Spiced Chicken - $38: delicata squash caponata, tahini, celery, sesame seeds Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Grilled Hanger Steak - $42: fingerling potato, red watercress, smoked olive butter, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Short Rib Lasagna - $34: san marzano tomato, parigiano reggiano, bechamel, herb pesto
Entrées to Share
- Whole Za'atar Spiced Chicken - $75: delicata squash caponata, tahini, celery, sesame seeds Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Mushroom Mafalde & Black Truffle - $90: roasted oyster mushrooms, garlic butter, parmigiano, aleppo pepper Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Piatto Di Mare - $125: whole roasted branzino, seared scallops, grilled octopus, crispy potatoes, broccolini Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline
- 32oz Bone In Ribeye - $115: red wine reduction, roasted garlic, cipollini onion, chopped salad, chili-lime vinaigrette, rosemary
Sides
- Seared Broccolini - $12: salmorigilio, giardiniera Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Soy Free
- Smashed Crispy Potatoes - $12: garlic butter Dietary tags: Halal, South-Beach
- Truffle Fries - $12: parmesan, shaved black truffles Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Soy Free
Desserts
- Citrus Cheesecake - $15: walnut oat crumble, citrus marmalade, mint Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
- Chocolate Olive Oil Cake - $15: raspberry, vanilla gelato, candied hazelnut Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, High-Fiber, Soy Free
- Warm Chocolate Chip Cookie - $15: vanilla ice cream, sea salt Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tiramisu - $15: mascarpone, espresso, rum Dietary tags: High-Protein, Soy Free
- Sorbet - $10: seasonal selection Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Volumetrics
Frequently Asked Questions about Porto
- Is Porto dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Porto has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Seared Branzino and Za'atar Spiced Chicken.
- What can I eat at Porto on a dairy-free diet?
- Whole Seared Branzino and Za'atar Spiced Chicken carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Porto have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Truffle Fries and Brussels Sprouts.
- Is Porto gluten-free?
- 4 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 Porto?
- Chopped Salad, at roughly 62.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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