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La Porta Rossa
La Porta Rossa offers locally-owned fine dining based on the heritage of Lakeland's iconic Mario's Italian Restaurant.
La Porta Rossa serves the discerning customer with the highest-quality dining experience that includes unique Mediterranean fare by Culinary Director Chef Patrick. LPR offers the finest wine selection in the area that is sourced from exceptional small-batch vineyards.
La Porta Rossa includes sustainable, local and organic selections by sourcing from small farms, wineries, and breweries whenever possible.
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La Porta Rossa serves the discerning customer with the highest-quality dining experience that includes unique Mediterranean fare by Culinary Director Chef Patrick. LPR offers the finest wine selection in the area that is sourced from exceptional small-batch vineyards.
La Porta Rossa includes sustainable, local and organic selections by sourcing from small farms, wineries, and breweries whenever possible.
12 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 12 reviews
5 stars
(5)
4 stars
(4)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- romantic(9)
- special occasion(9)
- neighborhood gem(7)
- fit for foodies(4)
- hot spot(3)
- notable wine list(3)
La Porta Rossa Reviews List
Review 1 for La Porta Rossa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best restaurants, YUM!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I went the other night with my girlfriend for the second time and, once again, the food was AWESOME and delectable. We really appreciate the fact that the chef always has fresh, daily specials to offer. You can't go wrong: make reservations here!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for La Porta Rossa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent as always. Every
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent as always. Every time I try a new dish I'm thrilled. Always wonderful!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 3 for La Porta Rossa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Not a place to miss in Lakeland, FL
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very nice comfortable surroundings. The beet salad was superb, probably one of the best we ever had. The soft live guitar music added to the relaxing atmosphere of the evening. Dine early (6pm) if you want the quiet surroundings. By, 7pm, the place was very busy and the sound level rose to medium, but still tolerable. The food is outstanding!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for La Porta Rossa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love this restaurant. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love this restaurant. The food is always fantastic and they have an interesting wine list. Sometimes the service can be spotty as the servers are stretched thin. But definitely worth it."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for La Porta Rossa
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food is good, but the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food is good, but the service was horrible. The dining room lacked the basics: 1) Candle went out without any attention 2) Water galsses weren't refilled 3) Wine arrived that was wrong.
The dining room was NOT short staffed, but no one seemed to know what they were doing."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2004
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Review 6 for La Porta Rossa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a great dinner! Veal:best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had a great dinner!
Veal:best in town!
Owner Patrick presents new items on menu and it is "delicieux"!
Have to try it!"
Veal:best in town!
Owner Patrick presents new items on menu and it is "delicieux"!
Have to try it!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 7 for La Porta Rossa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
My wife irdered the special
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife irdered the special of the day and was very pleased. I ordered veal picatta and the veal was so touch it was nearly impossible to cut it with a knife. I ordered creme brulee and got a vanilla pudding. My wife also ordered the dessert special = delicious. We would not go back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for La Porta Rossa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was my first time here
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was my first time here and I was blown away by the great, delicious food and romantic atmosphere. The two of us had an appetizer, split a salad and two entrees for $70 so it's not inexpensive. But it is delicious and definitely worth a visit!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 9 for La Porta Rossa
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Everything was mostly okay.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything was mostly okay. Nothing special about the dinner. The food seemed microwaved as it was piping hot. Could get the same or better food at the local Olive Garden. The decor was beautiful but if the food is not any good, why go."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for La Porta Rossa
Based on the average of (3) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate