Caffè Portofino — Restaurant in Rome

TOURIST SCAM SPOT! BEWARE! My wife and I ordered a Tiramisu from this place, seeing that the sign in the window said €4 for a piece, which seemed a decent price. When the bill came, the charge for that item was €7.50. We questioned it and pointed at the sign, saying that it was the wrong price. The rude waiter brought us a separate menu (the English one, which was NOT on the table) which listed the price at €7.50.

I told him to "VAFFANGULLO" and refused to pay, leaving the correct amount of cash on the table.

On top of that, the waiter was very rude before this, refusing to let my wife hold the menu in her hands after ordering- he actually took it out of her hands while she was reading it. AVOID...

Crowded with Italian speakers, I thought it might be a nice place for aperitivo… it soon became apparent no one was truly happy to be there…

9€ for a pathetically watered down “cocktail” that could have easily fooled me for a mocktail, and the crappiest dried out -as another reviewer put it- chewed up, cheap, little, seed-oily freezer appetizers that had been soaking up roman sun for god knows how long. I considered dining & dashing.

I’m sure their ice cream is fine, as is ice cream’s nature, and their silly shaped sundaes are probably perfectly suited for clientele who don’t know any better.

However, for the conscientious consumer, it’s totally blah, and a meeting spot suited...

I had a really enjoyable breakfast experience. The food was fresh, well-prepared, and served at just the right temperature. The flavors were balanced — hearty but not overwhelming — and everything felt thoughtfully put together. The portions were generous without being excessive, leaving me satisfied and energized for the day.

The service was warm and attentive, which made the meal even more pleasant. The atmosphere was relaxed, perfect for starting the morning on a positive note. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a leisurely sit-down breakfast, this place delivers both quality and comfort.

Overall, a great breakfast that I’d...