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Travellers' Choice2023
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US$11 - US$32
CUISINES
Pizza, Italian, International
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed yesterday

Excellent food ,fantastic service at a very reasonable price. Massive ceilings which adds to the charm however it can get rather noisy due to the echo this creates . If you want an intimate night with your partner then this is not for you.If you...want great food at a good price this place takes some beating. Always dine here on our regular visits to NewcastleMore

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed yesterday

What a wonderful discovery! We had a beautiful meal in this lovely centrally located restaurant. The former tiled banking hall looked very festive. The food was excellent with the mussel starter being the best I have ever tasted. The home made pasta was equally good.... My partner loved her chicken with Mediterranean sauce. Staff were friendly and attentive and we couldn't fault any aspect of the service. The meal was a lovely end to a great day visiting the city and we didn't feel rushed or under pressure at all to finish our meal at a restaurant which is obviously very popular. We would highly recommend this restaurant and we will definitely be back!More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed yesterday

We love going to Portofino’s in Newcastle city centre. I’ve been going for years & never had a bad experience yet !!! Food always so tasty & nice, good priced & drinks are reasonable , I would highly recommend anyone to go

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed yesterday

We had a lovely meal from the happy hour menu before we saw Jools Holland at the City Hall. Very good value and Staff were very friendly . Lovely warm atmosphere in the restaurant. Will be back soon.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 2 days ago

Lovely atmosphere Delicious food Great value for money - happy hour Staff were helpful Food served quickly

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 5 days ago

We were due to have our table at 9am but because you were so busy we did not get a table and order until 10pm and had to queue out the door. You did give us a free drink which was good and with the...queue out the door and the famous photos on the wall we had high expectations. However we we were very disappointed with the pizzas as the pizza bases were pre made and not fresh dough and this does not produce a good end result. Sorry but you need to use fresh dough to make a decent pizza otherwise its like going to Asda and getting a pizza.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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scott illingworth, Marketing at Portofinos Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 4 days ago

We are sorry to hear your grumblings, but we need to point out a few things. You were offered a table, which you refused, and you told us you were happy to wait. You were seated at 9:15, 45 minutes earlier than you claimed, but...More

Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile

I use this restaurant when in Newcastle shopping. Staff are friendly , the food is always nice and reasonably priced. Would recommend .

Date of visit: November 2023
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scott illingworth, Marketing at Portofinos Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 4 days ago

Thank you for the review and recommendation, Caroline. It is great to know you always enjoy dining with us, and we look forward to seeing you the next time you are in Newcastle.

Reviewed 6 days ago

Outstanding food and service in a beautiful restaurant. Friendly staff. Efficient service. Couldn’t ask for more

Date of visit: November 2023
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scott illingworth, Marketing at Portofinos Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Thank you for the review, Kenneth. We are pleased you enjoyed dining with us.

Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

Excellent food, amazing venue. All the food was delicious, but stand outs were the light, flavoursome tiramisu and two of the best espresso martinis we have ever had!

Date of visit: November 2023
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scott illingworth, Marketing at Portofinos Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Thank you for the review, Pamela. We are pleased you enjoyed your meals, especially the tiramisu and espresso martinis.

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Lovely Italian meal. Restaurant very busy with a bit of a queue on first arrival ( despite booking) ... But then Wow! Despite the frenzy, lovely prompt service, great food. Fantastic period tiled dining room. All good.

Date of visit: November 2023
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scott illingworth, Marketing at Portofinos Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Many thanks for the review, Mike. It is great to hear how much you enjoyed dining with us.

Reviewed 1 week ago

Beautiful restaurant, very busy so we were a bit cramped as 7 of us in very small space, although we had booked & not just walked in. However the food made up for it as delicious & piping hot dishes. Staff very friendly & attentive,...price perfect.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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scott illingworth, Marketing at Portofinos Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Many thanks for the reveiw and high praise. We are glad you enjoyed your meals and hope to see you soon.

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

This restaurant is a lovely building and the food selection and choice was really good. We had a reservation for 18:30 and there was no issues with this (it was made months in advance when we couldn’t get into the restaurant on a visit to...Newcastle earlier this year). The only problem we had was, we were rushed. It really felt like we were herded through the meal at a breakneck speed. This somewhat dampened the experience. However - we will return, maybe not on a Friday early eveningMore

Date of visit: November 2023
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scott illingworth, Marketing at Portofinos Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Thank you for the review. We are pleased you enjoyed your meals and look forward to seeing you again. We will take your feedback about feeling rushed, onboard,

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Mother’s 80th birthday and we were welcomed with friended relaxed staff. We have been numerous times and this time like all the other times did not fault. Good atmosphere and it was great and not badly priced for the centre of a big city. Many...thanks we will be back.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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scott illingworth, Marketing at Portofinos Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Many thanks for the review. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed celebrating your mother's 80th with us, and we look forward to seeing you again.

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Warm welcome, mid week. Loved the decor, and atmosphere. The staff/owners I think are absolutely lovely. We had some pizzas to help with the Christmas shopping and it definitely cheered us up. The pizza was simple, plentiful, delicious and very filling, my taste buds applaud....Thank you for a lovely eveningMore

Date of visit: November 2023
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scott illingworth, Marketing at Portofinos Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Many thanks for the review. It is great to hear that you enjoyed your pizzas, alongside the decor and atmosphere of the restaurant;

Reviewed 1 week ago

Great food and excellent service. Lovely setting. Had a delicious Calabrese Al Forno. Great flavours.

Date of visit: November 2023
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scott illingworth, Marketing at Portofinos Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 5 days ago

Thanks for the review, Vanessa. We are pleased you enjoyed your meals.

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Magnus R
19 October 2023|
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Response from Michelle G | Reviewed this property |
On Dean Street just a little down on the left from Portofinos
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Response from ALIFROMNEWCASTLE | Reviewed this property |
I would say so as i have been there early evening and it was very busy... (or before performances at Theatre Royal)
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Yes there is a happy Hour from 5pm until 7pm. weekdays.. and until 6pm Saturdays..
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Portofinos Restaurant is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5