IL Porto Ristorante

We came for our anniversary around 8PM, It was definitely busy but we were able to get seated quickly at a window side table upstairs. We started with the crab mushroom appetizer which looked beautiful and had two servings, It was good but the sauce with the bread was great. I got the Pollo Siciliano and my partner got the Shrimp Fettuccini Alfredo. I loved my dish, the chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce and noodles were great. My partner was trying to de-tail his shrimps with some trouble but liked his dish- shrimp looked smoky and well cooked! There was a mix of casual and fancy but it's a nice restaurant so no sweatpants and a hoodie haha. I'd like to be back at some point in the future but service was pretty slow the night we went so we didn't get to leave until 10:30. The food otherwise was great.

This place was great! It was probably the most authentic Italian food I've ever had since I was last in Italy. I ordered the calamari and cappelini primavera, while my partner ordered their soup of the day (a creamy tomato soup) and the manicotti. The service here was awesome! The host gave us options for where we would like to sit. That was a unique experience and I was very surprised by it. This place seemed very local to the area, and I loved the authenticity of the restaurant-- it made me feel like I actually was in Italy (not to sound tacky)!!! It was great. I absolutely would come to this place again. I highly recommend!

Our waiter was on point with soup and garlic bread recommendation. Food was delicious and not too filling. Had a beer n water, sat by the fire place-not too warm. The sourdough bread n sweet butter was much better than the garlic bread I my opinion. Tables set up nice, warm inviting area and staff was friendly and helpful. Nice dinner out $84

We ended up in Old Town by chance on a Sunday and the restaurant we originally planned to visit had a 2-hour wait. Craving Alfredo, we stumbled upon this place. I'll admit, when we first walked in, there was an old, musty smell that made us a bit hesitant, but we decided to give it a try anyway. The restaurant wasn't very crowded, and we were seated in a quiet corner, which was nice.The food turned out to be great! The Alfredo was creamy with just the right consistency. However, there was a bit of confusion with the menus. We were given dinner menus, but the server explained that we would be served "lunch portions" at a reduced price. The price difference was minimal though, and it felt like it would've been more worth it to just receive the full dinner portion.

Had a big planned luncheon after a memorial service at Arlington Cemetery. We had 30 or more and despite the size of the restaurant they were able to serve our party well. I can't speak to all the food but the caprese app and calamari brought to each table were very good. My penne with mushrooms and sausage was a plus as was my wife's chicken picatta. Other winners were lasagna and chicken parm. Very nice old world Italy ambiance and service was great for our group size. Would gladly return for lunch or dinner anytime. Kudos y'all and thank you!

I ordered the chicken marsala and Fabulous B ordered the crab filled raviolis and a Cesar salad. For dessert I savored the lemon cake option and B enjoyed the chocolate raspberry cake.Our waiter was super helpful with recommendations which proved to be spot on. We attended the Holiday Jazz dinner and thoroughly enjoyed it. I recommend to the staff to extend it to more nights if possible.

Upon entry, our host greeted our party and offered to take our jackets. We sat down at this cozy dining area next to the fire place. Although the room was dimly lit, there was enough light to see the warmth of the restaurant as well as everyone's face. Our server Yanni was magnificent. Such a gentlemen! His presence and recommendations did not go unappreciated. The pasta was to die for. So creamy. I reserved a table at this place to celebrate my sister's birthday, and they did not disappoint. One of the most lovely evenings I've ever experienced. Highly recommend

It's funny to see three really good Italian restaurants on the same block, just steps from each other. This is a good choice. Friendly service. Normal Old Town parking, but this block is part of a pedestrian zone. There is a garage just around the corner. I had the beef ravioli. It was a tasty 3* option. The sauce seemed to have a unique spice in it. I'm wishing I'd asked. Two for two (people) independent guesses was something Indian. I prefer next-door Landini Brothers first and Mia's Italian Kitchen as second. Tough choices on a tough block with 3 Italian options. Try them and the other two and tell me what you think!?

What an amazing restaurant and staff last night!!!We made reservations for 4 awhile ago, then the snow started - 4 inches by 5:30. They kept the restaurant open just for us! The food was as usual absolutely delicious and offered all selections. The service was outstanding and they chatted amicably...even though I'm sure they wanted to get home before the roads got worse. We could walk. So we dined by the cozy fire and had a delightful evening.Thank you very much for exceptional service! We will share this story with many. Joan and Tom Moser

Wonderful dinner at IL Porto for my birthday! Our waiter was fantastic and the food was amazing.