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Porto Terra
Come visit us for an inviting experience featuring regional Italian cuisine with a Northwest flair. You will enjoy a vast wine selection from the Northwest and Italy. Our entire staff looks forward to making your meal a memorable one.
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51 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 51 reviews
5 stars
(12)
4 stars
(21)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(14)
- fit for foodies(12)
- good for groups(12)
- great for lunch(11)
- neighborhood gem(8)
- notable wine list(4)
Porto Terra Reviews List
Review 1 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overpriced food of average quality."
Dined on 6/16/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 2 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Unexpected pleasure
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had not been here before, decided to take a chance during Portland dining month. Was not encouraged when we arrived, as room looks like fancied up diner. Was surprised when food arrived though, as it was very well prepared."
Dined on 6/13/2013
2012
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Review 3 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food and service. Staff was very attentive and courteous and pleasant. Food was very very good."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 4 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Perfect for dinner before events at the Schnitz. Got the evening off to a lovely start."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice restaurant downtown
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"While I was not particularly blown away, I was not dissatisfied at all, very friendly staff and good food at a fair price."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 6 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A continued Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is great. Marissa, the executive chef continues to amaze us. Don't miss this place. The Bolognese is not traditional but is out of this world. The Tuscan tomato soup is fantastic."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 7 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our "Go To' Restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Porto Terra is our 'go to' restaurant when we want to dine out downtown. The food is consistently good and the wait staff is friendly and very efficient. We always sing the praises of this restaurant to our friends and family!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Average place and food
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Was expecting a higher level of sophistication based on other reviews. Just an average meal in an average setting."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 9 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Come on Portland!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Porto Terra is an exceptional restaurant. Maybe people shy away from this gem because it's in a hotel (the Hilton Portland Executive Tower) but that is their loss. We went on a Wednesday evening and ours was one of only three tables occupied. We found understated luxury in the dining room, great service from every member of their staff, and, most importantly, great food.
All four courses were delicious and the portions generous.
We know there are a lot of wonderful restaurant choices in Portland but this one needs to be higher on your priority list. It is a standout (and the prices are more than reasonable for an upscale restaurant)."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is a great place. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is a great place. The food is wonderful and very consistent. The Bolognese is the best we have ever tasted. The Tuscan Soup is to die for. This is a hide away gem"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This was a great place for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was a great place for a pre-symphony dinner. The pumpkin ravioli was excellent. They were very accommodating for my friend ahk does not eat cheese. They kept our water glasses full and were very attentive to our needs."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 12 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
If you're looking for a quiet
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"If you're looking for a quiet weekend lunch, or a civilized sports bar, you can't beat Porto Terra. Experienced servers bring uniformly good food in the bar, but it can be a bit on the pricey side. The tab for a club sandwich, an entree-sized salad, and 2 non-alcoholic drinks was over $30. But the sandwich was perfectly prepared, and the beet salad large enough for 2, so no real complaints. Don't miss the tapenade, which is served with crusty rosemary bread."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This restaurant just felt
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This restaurant just felt like we were sitting in the hotel lobby. The food was pretty good, but nothing really wowed us. We ordered a cup of soup that never came and it felt like our server was afraid to speak loud enough so we could hear her (note: we are a couple in or early 30s and our hearing is very good). Overall, it was just kind of an ok experience and, for the price, we probably would not go back."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
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Review 14 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
My friend and I recently had
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My friend and I recently had lunch at Porto Terra. We both ordered the scallops with apple celery root risotto and were less than impressed. There were 4 scallops which appeared to be 2 scallops that had been butterflied. The risotto was very bland with minimal hint of either apple or celery root. This was topped with a dollop of arugula and 3 grapefruit segments for $18. I also had an inexpensive 14 Hands Cabernet for $11 a glass. The only thing that made this palatable was a 50% off voucher"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2011
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Review 15 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our group of 12 was given a semi-private area which was quiet. The servers were very friendly and served the excellent food in a timely manner. This was a great experience for us."
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful for before the symphony
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful for before the symphony"
Dined on 03/11/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 17 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We went on a night that a
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went on a night that a group of 25 or so were having a meeting in the bar area rather than a conference room (they were staying at the hotel). Their noise extended to the dining area and was disturbing to us."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 18 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Porto Terra never disappoints,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Porto Terra never disappoints, and that is why we keep coming back. The Bologonese is so good I have it almost every time. Several of our group love fish so the trout was a happy choice. The cocktails were particularly good Friday evening. I always reccommend this restaurant whenever I can because I know any visitor will be completely satisfied!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 19 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The staff was very friendly
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The staff was very friendly and helpful. Our order was wrong, and took way longer than it should have to be brought out. For the expensive prices I wasnt impressed."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 20 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
One waitress and 12 tables
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One waitress and 12 tables you can imagine."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 21 for Porto Terra
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Went there for Valentines
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went there for Valentines day and they had a complete meltdown. It seemed as they were not used to having that many people in there and the staff simply could not keep up, and kept getting confused about who was getting what and when and in what order."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Porto Terra
Based on the average of (30) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate