Portofino

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “We ate at the Portofino after our visit to Ripon Cathedral. We ordered Farmaggio e- carne, pork ribs to start and Raviollaci Funghi Porcini, Pollo Al Pepe as mains. Food was delicious and good portion size. Good value for money. Friendly and helpful staffs. Toilet available.”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “Fantastic food from John at Portofino's. OMG, he did an AMAZING seafood platter for my pre birthday dinner!, Dori, Chris and the team always make us so welcome. Could not recommend this restaurant enough!”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Great food. Huge choice on menu. Very large portions. The sunday lunch is especially recommended. My only reservation is that the meal came with too much sauce already all over and an extra dish of sauce to boot. I would prefer to have my meal without sauce so that i can choose how much to put on myself. However, i know this now and will simply request this the next time i go. And i will go again!!”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Went for a family meal here like we have done many times before in the past. We haven’t been for a while so thought it would be a nice treat. I’m very picky about where we eat as a family due to my eldest having a diary allergy. They have always been accommodating before. Ordered food and came to order the kids ice creams and they said they don’t have dairy free ice cream or any alternatives like they have previously. I looked at the menu which says it has vegan ice cream as I’m sure I’d seen it before and they said they haven’t ordered it in months due to not many people ordering which I understand but they haven’t updated their menu in months!! They also made us pay the full cost of a child’s meal even though they couldn’t accommodate her as they hadn’t changed their menu. Had I known before hand I wouldn’t have come here and gone somewhere my daughter could have taken full advantage of the children’s menu. So I’ve basically paid 8.95 for a bowl of pasta! Won’t be coming here again and if you have allergies I’d think again as they don’t update their menu and their attitude with it was very rude! Daughter is devastated to have not been included. Even if they had tried and offered her another fruit shoot or a lolly pop (which they have) it would have made the situation better! I’ve added the photo of their menu tonight which shows they have vegan ice cream on. Every suggestion I came up with was shot down!”

• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “Came here for the first time last night. As a coeliac, I was made to feel very comfortable in my food choices. Unfortunately you cant get the half and half deal so I went for a pizza and It was one of the best GF bases I've eaten. Service was great, and a really nice atmosphere.”

• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “We had a special experience when visiting the Portofino restaurant. We booked ahead (recommended as it was busy on the Saturday night). We ordered our meals off the specials board - sea bass thermidor and also linguine lobster and king prawn. The food was delicious - pity we didn't think about taking pics until after we had eaten half the meal 😆!! Service was very good. Prices were very acceptable for quality food. A lively decorated restaurant just a short distance from Ripons cathedral and town square, we recommend 👌”

• G

  Google user

  ·7 months ago

  “A really nice relaxed Italian restaurant. Very generous portion sizes. The staff are very friendly and attentive.”

• G

  Google user

  ·8 months ago

  “First visit to this lovely restaurant, greeted by friendly staff who were very attentive. Food was absolutely delicious and decent sized portions. Will definitely be returning”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “Delicious food and big portions! The seafood risotto was creamy and full of fresh seafood, and the pizza had a perfect crispy base with loads of flavor. We loved the calamari—light and crispy—and the loaded wedges with bolognese and mozzarella were a surprise hit. Everything was super tasty and satisfying. Highly recommend!”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “We have visited here a few times, mainly of an evening but found ourselves in Ripon today so dropped in for some lunch (Saturday) The lunch menu is an absolute bargain for what you get - the portion sizes are still the same and the ingredients still as good. I like that there is always the same staff as it makes you feel more familiar, they are always super friendly and attentive. Had 2 courses and it was lovely - there were 2 staff covering the restaurant and it was busy with large tables - but handled it all seamlessly. Kept checking on the food and if you needed drinks - I always like when they ask you for more drinks before you have completely finished the one you have - so you never feel like you are waiting. Food was lovely - staff are great - ambience of the restaurant is always good - clean and tidy - suitable for couples, groups and families A really great place and I have to say for a 2 course meal for under £20 it was excellent value for money”