Portofino Bistro Mediterraneo

Fantastic service from the moment we walked in. We were given the table of our choosing which I always appreciate at establishments. They maître d (owner) greeting me by my first name and was incredibly gracious and kind. He recommended a great wine to start and also gave us a run down of all of the specials. Overall, this was a great experience and hidden gem in Juno Beach. Service was top-notch. I will definitely come back for dinner. Highly recommend!

Phone did not eat first here, the food looked too good to wait! We started with the best seafood salad I’ve ever had, everything tasted so fresh. I had the lobster ravioli and my guests had the special of the night (which I had a bite of also) and the veal. We then capped the night off with three desserts that I’m still dreaming about. The service was incredible. Everyone there is so kind, and there was not a moment that I was not laughing and having a great time. I highly recommend for your next dinner!

The owner and staff are extremely friendly and on top of their game. We’ve been there numerous times over the last few year with groups of 2, 4, and up to 14 and enjoyed every trip. The food has always been exceptional and professionally served. If you haven’t been there yet you are missing out.

Great food. Spent New Year’s Eve at this restaurant and the food was great. The gambas and the octopus made you feel you were in Spain! Reasonable prices and an ample menu. They have some tables outside so they are pet friendly. Will definitely go back.

Hidden gem (following all CDC guideline)

This cozy (family owned) restaurant has left the best impressions! Hospitable hosts, delicious dishes, beautiful presentation, nice wine list, wonderful dessert and reasonable prices. The white linen covered tables add an extra flair to the whole experience!

The staff goes out of their way to accommodate any request you have.
I recommend it to everyone! I keep to going back again and again and not once have been disappointed.

Here are the dishes we tried so far:

Appetizers:
Chorizo Español - a good size (for one), mouth watering spanish sausage with Mediterranean beans and a tasty broth (not spicy) $11,95

Calamari Alla Romana - a real "appetizer size" for one, sautée tender calamari with a delicious white wine broth. $12,95

Pulpo Alla Prancha - my husband had that and said it was one of the best grilled octopus he had in awhile. $15,95

Broccoli Di Rabe e Salcicci - this is a big portion of grilled sweet italian sausage over broccoli rabe, and my friend had it as her main course. She said it was delicious! $12,95

Main Course:
Filetto Di Sogliola Al Francese - one of the best filet of sole I had around here! Served with spinach or any other side they have available (just ask). $24,95

Paella Valenciana - this is a dish to be shared! It says for two but we had three people and no one left hungry! The twist here is the dish is made with Arborio rice instead of the "traditional spanish" yellow rice. It was very good and loaded with lobster tail, clams, shrimp and more. $55,95

Veal (anything/anyway) - try it milanese, parmigiana, Barcelona - like we did, and you will enjoy the tender and flavorful dishes! $25,95

Last but not least, make sure you split a dessert or two! The flan espanhol is a must and so is the pistachio tartufo.

Once you are there, say hello to the owner, Marcello and also to his son (also Marcello).

Enjoy!

Great food and service. Have had Pompano many places over the years, however nothing compares with the preparation and freshness served at Portofino. Overall a great dining experience.

I would be infinitely grateful to the person who served us, unfortunately I don't remember her name, it was a woman, her professionalism and kindness made us spend an unforgettable moment on such an important day, like Mother's Day..100% recommended

Fresh fish dishes, wonderful pasta dishes and delicious desserts. Very attentive service also.

LOVED OUR NEW FIND!!
Delicious food!
Such a pleasant place to dine too!

Our menu
*cabernet
*broccoli di rabe e salsicci
*pulpo ala plancha

*linguine fruti di mare (white sauce and fraduabolo)
*paella valenciana for two

*flan
*pistachio tartufo
*crema catalana (~spices disagreeable)

Will return!!

This is an outstanding little gem of a restaurant tucked away in Juno Beach. Great atmosphere, wonderful service and truly outstanding food. If you like paella you will love theirs. Very authentic and the seafood is super fresh. Also, white anchovies for the caesar salad. Perfection.

I ate many times at the owner’s restaurant in Norwalk, CT. many years ago, loved it, and missed the food!
The first opportunity I had to visit Portofino while in the area I took! The food was terrific and the service was incredibly attentive! They’ve done a great job of setting the room up to be comfortable and relaxing!
The strip mall setting is unassuming, and as soon as you enter, you forget where you are!

First experience was great. Food was very good and refreshingly different items on the menu. Service was friendly and prompt with a smile. We will be back for sure. Picture is the shrimp fra diavlo over linguine which was excellent.

Excellent food and service! The mussels are amazing fresh!!! Everything is good and we have lots to go boxes because I love all the sauces,super light and healthy !! Will be back soon !

Andreas was a wonderful host and made our night very special. The scallops were the best I've ever had!

Great experience. We love this place local gem. Service and food consistently on point.

My fiancé and I were visiting the Juno Beach area and we were looking for a nice restaurant to celebrate her birthday. We saw this restaurant had recently opened, was within walking distance from our hotel and wanted to support a new restaurant opening.

We are very happy we did. I do not write a lot of reviews, but wanted to take the time to write this one because we were very impressed by the quality of food and most of all, the service. The service was some of the friendliest and most attentive we have ever received and it made a real impression on us.

The food was very good. We started with the grilled octopus appetizer, which was very tender with a great char. For dinner, I got the shrimp and sausage over penne with vodka sauce and the sauce was excellent and the portion very filling. She got the fruitti di mare, which is mixed seafood over spaghetti in a light red sauce and it was also excellent. All the seafood was very fresh.

But the true standout was the dessert. The Pistachio Tartufo was in the Top 2 best desserts I have ever had at a restaurant. This was worth the trip all on its own. OUTSTANDING.

The prices were reasonable as well. Definitely give this restaurant a try and support a new business opening. We had a great time.

Cute little diner with the friendliest owner & staff. We had a great time and were taken care of so well! Large selection of delicious Italian meals, amazing dessert menu, and awesome wine list. I had a fish entree and creme Brule dessert and everything was amazingly flavorful, large portion sizes, and great prices. Can't put a price on excellent customer service, and they certainly deliver on that too! Check them out, you will enjoy the experience!

Great meal at a very busy and lively Portofino on a Friday night! Love the mix of Spanish/Italian dishes on menu. Host was gracious as always and service was great - had veal Barcelona which was superb and my wife had linguine with clams - also very good. Great wine list and just a fun evening as place was very boisterous! Will be back!

Beautiful and delicious food and service. Authentic cuisine with the freshest ingredients> if you like Flan for dessert it is amazing.

Our new favorite restaurant! Everything we had was beyond delicious and fresh. Homemade pasta, and the sauce was exquisite. Lovely owners that truly care about your experience. We will be back (often!) and will bring friends! So many things we want to try. As a side note, my husband has to eat gluten free and not only were they accommodating, the gluten free pasta was the best we’ve found!