Portofino Ristorante & Bar - Private Club — Restaurant in Longboat Key

Sent here by hotel as one of their restaurants.

Customers are almost immediately challenged to provide their room keys or membership credentials and are made to feel unwelcome while these are checked.

The food is OK but nothing special. Essentially you get Olive Garden style / quality food at way higher prices. You're also obliged to pay the 20pc service charge although the service is nothing to write home about.

If you want this kind of food if advise going to Olive Garden and saving money. If you want to spend this kind of money and don't mind a 15 minute drive head to Michael's on East for a decent meal.

If sitting outside take insect repellent as likely to be bitten.

Most certainly...

Portofino Ristorante & Bar - Private Club offers an exceptional dining experience that combines elegance with authentic Italian cuisine. The ambiance is sophisticated yet cozy, making it a perfect spot for a special night out or an intimate gathering. The menu is filled with delicious, expertly crafted dishes, from fresh pasta to mouthwatering seafood, each bursting with flavor. The wine selection is impressive, perfectly complementing the meal. The service is impeccable, with attentive staff who ensure that every detail is taken care of. If you’re looking for a truly memorable dining experience, Portofino Ristorante & Bar is a five-star gem that exceeds...

The service is good, the ambiance is fine but all the food tastes like frozen tv dinners. The pizza has no crust. Tastes like a frozen pizza from the frozen food aisle. We have never, honestly, had worse food. We thought we would give it a second try once we heard new management and it was STILL the worse food. Our friends veal chop looked like it had a fake bone. It was a 350 dollar dinner and we almost didn’t want to pay. THAT BAD. Don’t waste your money! Pricy too! We thought we had entered the twilight zone when we saw people...