Portofino Restaurant

This unpretentious Italian trattoria was opened over 25 years ago by Cesare Maranzana. While many men struggle to buy even flowers, Cesare set out to impress his wife by designing the restaurant in the style of his home town. He is Italian, though.

A comprehensive menu offers almost every Italian dish you can name. Considering the restaurant’s central location it’s also very competitively priced. With 17 different pizzas there’s something to suit every palate. Specials include Pollo Alla Griglia (chicken breast marinated then grilled, topped with olive oil, basil and diced tomatoes). A plethora of pasta dishes, pizza, soups and salads are also available.

Portofino can get extremely busy and reservations are recommended. If you can’t get a table try their take-away shop next door. The restaurant also boasts a pleasant outdoor terrace for al fresco dining. It's popular with both locals and tourists and its proximity to 'Reinsurance Row' and the major banks makes it a handy place for the hungry businessman too.

Reader Reviews and Additional Information

Mike :

This is our very favorite place to have dinner in Bermuda. When on vacation there it's hard not to eat at Portofino's every night. Love those ice cream deserts. Sometimes it can be a little crowded. Staff are always really nice and help you get the table you want.

Hannah Goy :

Had one meal here whilst working in Bermuda for 10 days. Would have returned but they were closed for refurbishment. I dined alone but was made to feel very welcome on a busy Saturday night - the waiters gave me a beautiful book about Bermuda to read whilst I ate and then gave it to me as a present when I left. The food was lovely but it was the friendly atmosphere that I most appreciated.

mike :

Went here when I came down for a job interview. This place is fantastic. I now live here and am totally addicted to the Tortellini alla Panna. It also one of the places in Bermuda with truly good service like you would find in New York or London.