Very impressed! Ordered a Hawaiian and a Supreme medium pizza, takeaway. Thin base but not too crispy. Toppings were yummy and good quality - no fatty chunky pieces of ham here. Location: in the middle of not much else, but worth the 15 min journey for me. Recommended!
Down to earth simple but good food. Great lamb chops and chocolate mousse. Very relaxed place. Having lots of regular customers must mean something.
Best pizza for miles around. Friendly staff. BYO at no cost. Canāt fault.
Padding review due to 100 word limit!
Vicnifer's Food Reviews
+4
Thanks for the meal!
Came as a group and ordered a variety of pizzas.
Definately some good pizza to be had here. Love the crispy base with the smooth creamy tomato sauce.
Mouth watering, Try the Portofino Special, Americano Pizza, Marinara & Carbonara Pasta and the Gnocchi is ammmazzzing.Ā Best Pizza & Pasta, delicious, yummy proper home style cooking.Ā Light not heavy.Ā I can eat a large pizzaĀ all by myself.Ā Favourite Pizza Restaurant - loved by all my family & friends.Ā Proper italian made.Ā Ā Highly recommend.Ā You will be back for more and more like us.
Sajid Vincent Ledger Khan
+4
A pizzeria worth the high rating on Zomato, Portofino has always managed to put delicious and satisfying food in my tummy. Never dined there, but have got takeaways many a time for that quick dinner. Have tried some of the Pizzas (supreme, meat lovers, portofino, chicken primo) & pastas (spaghetti bolognese, penne tuna & olives) and I can say with a hand on my heart that they were all hits, nary a miss. Highly recommended. I would rate it 4/5.
Went here because of the rating. Was not disappointed, pizza and pasta are good! The gluten free base is available at the price of $4 which is a bit pricey. The toppings are great, right amount of meat and the cheese were soo good, wish there were more of it. Both pizza and gnocchi are tasty. I dont usually order gnocchi but this was good. The appearance of food are nothing fancy, more like home cooked meal. The place itself also look simple, more like a takeaway place. Staff is friendly and attentive. Probably one of the best pizza I have had in Melbourne.
At the helmĀ is Michael, who has been in the businessĀ since 1970 and Lorenzo with 30 years plus under hisĀ belt. With thisĀ combinationĀ of pizza legends, you are assured of receiving the very best and that is what you get at Portofino! This smallish and very popular restaurantĀ is a local gem, lucky GlenĀ Eira!!
Great Italian pizza the way it should be. Real ingredients real taste. The dough is second to none. The shop had run out of tiramisu which could of made it a 5/5!!
Love love love this place. The food was yum! Loved the pizza but loved their pastas more. The chef served us freshly made spinach and ricotta cannelloni and it was out of this world!
Very friendly staff and a cost little space with great food. Must try!
All time favourite pizza place. Has a great family vibe. Had both pizza and pasta from here and has always been incredible. Best tiramisu and epic chocolate pudding. Cherry on the top that it is BYO
The pizza is nice. This restaurant provides the local school once a term a pizza day.
I thought it was going to be cheap base- American tasting pizza. Itās a nice surprise instead for my kids.
Itās really hard not to like a place that yells out āfamily here ā and we will look after you . A small casual eat in restaurant . We had no booking but were welcomed like we had been there hundreds of times . Very busy on Thursday night .
My partner had a penne matriciana and I settled for a traditional capriciosa medium pizza .
Pizza as it should be , nice sauce fresh toppings and had to finish it all . Will come back so I can have the pasta next time . We felt like home .
This is one of the best pizza š places in Melbourne the pizzas are made with love bye Italians & all quality produce is used a must try & the veal scallopini is so tender great job chef šØāš³
Give it a go 10/10
Reliable good quality pizzas with good ingredients from a 35+ year experienced pizza maker. The pastas are also quite good, although they can be a bit inconsistent.
Small and nice place for some authenticated Italian food.
Good staff.... Good food.....! Below average ambiance....
Can try lasagna.......!
Can customise your pizzas as well
Hi Portofino Team,
I have always been back to you the fact that you have such as fresh pasta and pizza. Sure you cook it with loves.
Above that, you have friendly staffs who always cater their customers needs with the same kind of treatment towards any customers.
You also care for our dog too, brought him a bowl of water when we arrived. Thank you for that.
We always feel welcome every time we go to your place and that is very important.
Ramieleatsshootsandleaves
+4
Great local pizza! I'm very selective when it comes to local takeaway pizza. I love their thin crusts, and enjoyed the seafood toppings! I haven't tried their pasta yet, but will most likely just stick with pizza.
Cute little family run pizzeria -
Very friendly bunch- got the family vibe and the lady serving me was wonderful and pleasant.
Did a takeaway so not much time spent to review the restaurant but the pizza was made as per specifications and was flavoursome.
Would be eating more pizzas from here in future.
Absolutely fantastic, best pizza around. Its my favorite to go. the crust are so thin, the toppings are amazingly fresh. I had the napoletana and my friend who doesnt usually like anchovies actually like it this time
Got take away Margarita and meat lovers and enjoyed both. The margarita with fior de latte cheese was particularly good add on and well worth it. And reasonable price considering and staff were kind. Only cash though.
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+3.5
They took little over 15 minutes for two pizzas. I ordered chicken primo and Gamberri with thin crust. Both tasted great. The Mousse I wasn't sure at first but she liked it and I loved it.
Whether we eat in with the kids, or get take away pizza, the only negative that ever comes to mind is "i wish i ordered the bigger one!"
The loveliest, friendliest place to eat (you would expect that from a well run family business). Amazing pizzas, delicious pasta, great generous salads.
And by the way... the take away pizza is still super criapy 10 minutes late when we get home
Everyone should have a local like this place!!
This is easily the best local pizza in the area! From your favourite regular pizzas, to the gourmet creations, every single slice is a winner.Ā
Debbie greets you with a smile and Michael has the pizzas coming out as quickly as possible.Ā
A weekly favourite!
I want honest pizza and this place gives me one. This place is own by a family and they surely are good at it. Debbie the host is so gorgeous, welcomes you with her beautiful smile instantly making you feel at ease. The food is exactly like them. Great and genuine. Love the pizzas. They are thin crust lots of toppings and they are always happy to custom it to the way you like it. I have been there many times and I am always happy to go back.
Fabulous. Quick and friendly service.
Pizzas are perfectly thin and crispy and the toppings are fresh and tasty.
Love this place. It's always busy so we tend to get takeaways.
I've had nothing but great pizzas here, on 5-6 occasions now. Reasonably priced, quick friendly service, BYO (which is even better!), and piping hot thin crust pizzas with plenty of toppings
Natasha Juchkov (Culinary Runway)
+4
Disappointing trip to Elsternwick, where we didn't find the food truck we wanted to eat at, so instead our ersonal Caulfield guide recommended this local pizzeria he likes. Mediterraneo - $19 (large)Full of flavour and toppings. Nice subtle spiciness, The meattasted really nice, the onions were charred well.The base was also not too thick and soft, with a nice crunchy crust.Everything was just cooked really well and flavoursome.
Hands down the best pizza I've ever had in Melbourne (Maybe the world)Ā
Debbie is an absolute joy to see every time I'm in here and no matter which pizza I get, I am always delighted beyond words. Ā
The only place I'd ever had pizza so good was when I was in New York last.
The fact that they stay open till a bit later than other restaurants around makes this place even more loveable.Ā
Bottom Line: Portofino pizza makes you feel like a part of the family, and the food is just as amazing as the lovely people that run this place. Bravo!
Hmm. Staff are amazing. They've been very accommodating and i've been here 2-3 times as my partner loves this place. I'm not so fond of their pizzas as they're super thin crust. Pasta was okay.
Best pizza I've ever had. The title says it all "the best pizza I've ever had". Amazing, delish, friendly service, never make mistakes on the order, loves it!
Pizza Special. This is on the top of pizzas
Love their pizza. Good menu, friendly staff. Only take cash so be prepared
Fast service and great tasting pizzas!!!
Great alround. Good honest business. Clean fresh food. Consistent every time and would you expect any less from a proud Italian that's been in the business for years. I don't think so.
Better the devil you know. We've been coming here fairly routinely for the last few months. Of all the pizza toppings we have tried, the only one we order time and time again (and really, the only reason why we keep going back) is the Zucca. Oh my god. I crave it. To think a pizza would dictate my life so.
Love this place. Top quality non greasy pizza and pasta a new favorite! keep up the good work guys.
The quality of pizzas is superb. Wide variety of toppings and they don't leave a fatty or greasy taste in you. Best part is the dollar value is AAA.
Love this place. Great value and fantastic service. Food is consistently good
Matthew 'Jensy' Jens
+4.5
Mad noms. Totally awesome noms to be had. Much nom. Many pizza. Happy price.
This place is divine the food is amazing and such friendly service! Just note they only open at 5pm and are not open for lunch as this site says.
Lovely!. We went to Portofino Pizza for the first time last night. Were trawling trying to find a place "nearish" home for some Italian. What a fantastic little place. Pasta serves were very generous , fresh and tasty (I had the special Italian meatballs with spaghetti - YUMBO) and my husband had Carbonara. Both were delish and the garlic focaccia was yummy too. Reasonably priced, clean, attentive and friendly staff and I assume owners and overall a fantastic little place. The pizzas looked fab as well so we will def' be back there soon. :-)
Great service! The lentil soup is wonderful and the pizza is extremely tasty! Definitely will be coming back to Portofino Pizza & Pasta soon!
Thumbs up!. Perfect local Italian. Friendly service, decent prices and byo! Pizzas and pastas are all good. It does get busy so best to book a table.
Excellent restaurant... pizza and pasta were top notch, and service was great! dinner for 2 for under $30... a clear winner!
Finally an authentic Italian pizza!! Friendly service and great food at a good pice. Will definitely be back.
Amazing pizza, great toppings, extremely tasty. Only problem with this place is they only take cash. Also service is great
Amazing pizza and pasta, a local mentality and great prices! Don't forget cash only!
Pasta is really good at this place... Better than the pizza
We tried this place on a whim and loved it. The staff were great and the food was very tasty. With an entree, main, and dessert it came to $25 a head. Note that it's cash only and BYO!
Quality. This place serves quality meals, my favorite is the Chicken parmigiana! if you get the chance try and go there for dinner.
Mmmm Pizza..... Great food and great service!! Will definitely be back! My new pizza stop!
Great staff and prompt service. My family and I chose 2 pizza and 3 pasta dishes to share, portions were perfect and we enjoyed all dishes. Next time we will save some room for the vanilla bean ice cream which looked fantastic
These are the original Giardinos people if I'm not the mistaken and the pizza is better than ever. Keep up the brilliant work!
Definitely waste your time with this place
Ticks all the boxers Absolute beautiful pizza at a great price
I wish that picture could speak for itself
They got the Italian stallion making pizza very cool bloke
Super friendly staff always makes me laugh an most important the pizza is good.
A must try for any pizza loversš
Local pizza shop close to the tram depot (ideal for PTV as there are limited parking spots nearby). Iāve only ever ordered takeaway from here but they do have both indoor and outdoor dining. Pizza is good for the price, havenāt had any issues. They are also super quick and the service is friendly.
When we order uber eats or get pizzas locally this is one of my boys faves. Always great flavour, perfect crust thin and crispy as requested. Salads are good. We usually get margarita and vegetarian. Highly recommend.
Definitely one of my favourite Pizza restaurants in Melbourne, love their Garlic Focaccia and Supreme Pizza
Only small with limited indoor/outdoor seating but well worth a visit if in the area
Excellent restaurant with great pizzas and wonderful pasta in a cosy atmosphere. We had the gnocchi, it was light with great texture and an amazing marinara sauce. Pizzas were really good, the bases were cooked perfectly and the toppings were authentic which reminded me of my many trips to Italy! The staff were all very relaxed and friendly. Thoroughly recommended.
Very nice little restaurant. Food was very nice and simple. The gnocchi was one of the best I have ever had and the creamy sauce wasa to die for.
They were so busy when we arrived.... quick and prompt service...Lovely pizza and Spaghetti.
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