il Portico Restaurant & Bar

Peppe and his staff were wonderful!!! We were celebrating my mom’s 100th birthday and they made it a very special event. Every single dish was prepared deliciously and we enjoyed every minute of the special evening!!! Would highly recommend this restaurant…great for intimate or family gatherings!!!

Our dinner was great! The service was outstanding. The young lady that serviced was very professional and diligent. The owner always came to our table to make sure we were doing fine with our dinner. The place is very clean and cozy. The ambiance is very comfortable and relaxing. I surely recommend this restaurant to anyone. Make sure you call for reservations.

As always, the food at Il Portico has been excellent. The staff went above and beyond with our order. We ordered two pasta appetizers, a salad, and chicken parm. It was a perfect balance of food and we were able to pick it up and take it home and enjoy. Everything was packaged with great care and my friend told me that he wanted to go back in the near future to eat at the restaurant. I have not had anything at the restaurant that I did not enjoy.

My wife and I were there for a political function combo meeting and Christmas luncheon. This establishment is super clean, bright, and cozy.

The food and wine were delicious. I had chicken parm. Was fantastic. Was batted down thin and breaded and seasoned to perfection. VERY tender, I only had to use my folk to cut. The marinara was fresh semi chunky lite delicious and perfect. The fresh bread came in handy to clean up my plate. My wife has a fresh pasta marinara dish and NO complaints there.

The waiter and waitress were professional, non obtrusive, thoughtful and caring about their service to us.

Thank you iL Portico for having us and making us feel welcomed! Merry Christmas!

Don Minichino chairman
Dutchess County NY Conservative Party

An excellent place to dine and enjoy live jazz. I plan to have my wedding reception here this year ! The perfect place for our guest ! Thx so much for the wonderful experience !

Ordered dinner from here today. The owner is so nice. The food is delicious. I had Caesar salad, pasta, meatballs, and short ribs. Everything was perfect.

Another excellent experience at IL Portico. Really enjoy the quiet and personal setting intentionally created by the owner. Brought other family members who loved it and are excited to go back again. Our waitress (Paige) was extremely attentive and accommodating.
Had the special of Manilla clams recommended by the owner (Peppe). Loved it!

Wonderful ambiance, excellent service and food. I recently ate at IL Portico with my wife, and was so impressed, I wanted to introduce my adult children, who were visiting from out of town, to this restaurant.
Very personalized experience that makes one feel the owner and staff are doing all they can to make it an unforgettable experience.
Homemade spaghetti Cacio e Pepe is fabulous.

Amazing food! The brussel sprouts spread for the bread was amazing! The Chicken Parm was perfectly done! Absolutely loved the meal and the owner! Amazing place for dinner.

There's nothing better than a restaurant where the owner takes personal care of every patron. From the minute you enter Il Portico, you are assured of a fantastic culinary experience. The owner (of the previous celebrity Pro Soccer fame) presides over every detail to guarantee your complete satisfaction. We are regular customers and very much look forward to dining in the historic village with the absolute best Italian food this side of the Atlantic. Try the Octopus, Chicken Parm, or the Cacio Pepe, some of our favorites!

Went here with my girlfriend, very cozy atmosphere , right near the fireplace. Tables were spread out where you didn't feel like you were on top of other guests. Service was very attentive. the owner himself came to our table and greeted us. The food was very unique , in a good way. I had the short ribs with risotto. The short ribs literally melted in my mouth, and the aju was very rich and flavorful. The risotto was very creamy and light. My partner had the scallops. They were cooked to perfection. The only aspect of this establishment that could use a brush up is their dessert department. Very lacking, in my opinion. Certainly not something that would stop me from visiting again.

This quaint little restaurant set in historic Tappan New York, is a Hidden Gem just 45 minutes north of New York City. I had the panko-crusted grilled chicken, gnocchi, grilled octopus, and fish. All were supremely prepared, and served by are enthusiastic host, and owner, Pepe. The price is about $25 per plate, and drinks are about $12 each. Now I know why it's pretty full each night! PS: There are 2 dining medium size dining room, and a bar.

The owner and the waitress were absolutely amazing and hospitable. They made the evening for my date and I, unforgettable. The ambience was very romantic, and the food was absolutely delicious. The entire establishment felt very elegant, clean and beautiful. Hands down, this was the best place I've reserved, in years! Can't wait to come back again!

Outstanding. It’s always good and occasionally spectacular. Soup was so good I had it for dessert.

I just had dinner with my son. Great dinner and definitely the best restaurant in Rockland. Food and service were excellent. The new manager, Paige, is knowledgeable, friendly, attentive and an excellent addition to the Il Portico staff.

Love this special space. Pepe makes you feel simply wonderful and the food is delicious!

A wonderful place with great food. Thought it a little quirky they don't take walk ins at all but I have to say, I felt very special and will definitely be back!

Wonderful restaurant, staff and owner! Drinks were great and dinner was delicious!! Perfect spot for a date night or for a small outing. Will be returning very soon.

Fantastic dining experience all around. Personable wait staff, delicious food, and great ambiance. I had the grilled octopus and the risotto. Both were heavenly. Will definitely be going back soon.

Amazing food with a wonderful ambiance! The owner is so kind and attentive. He catered to our every need. We went there for our anniversary and enjoyed every minute. Will definitely be back!!

Truly one of the finest restaurants I've ever had the pleasure of visiting. The food is absolutely delicious, each dish is better than the previous. the service is terrific and the environment is superb. It is a historical landmark, I highly recommend it.