Portobello Ristorante — Restaurant in Miami

Today I had an amazing lunch break not only because of the delicious food but excellent service. Walked in a few minutes before 12 and had the place all to myself for a short period of time. Regardless I can tell the service here is top notch because the owner is most attentive and friendly. I didn't really have a dish in mind like most times and that worked out for the best because the dish I had was a special of the day so let's talk about it.... There were three options including a salmon dish but the chicken stuffed with chorizo and mozzarella got my attention right away. Before this I had the choice of portobello cream or Caesar salad and I opted for the salad with basket of toasted bread. Now as for the main dish, this was so delicious that I had to ask if it was a daily fixed menu but chef said the daily specials were chef inspired even though she could make it for me per request. Anyway this chicken with chorizo and melted mozzarella was to die for. The chicken meat was not tough at all but could be cut with a fork and that says a lot. Now as for the pasta or spaghetti I wish I could tell you what was in it but what I could tell you is that it had depth and was amazing. So good that I could eat a whole plate of the pasta without a protein, yes that good and that's why I devoured this dish, like a savage. Now I did kinda wanted to try the Tiramisu since I'm a big fan of it but they didn't have any and that too worked in my favor…..why? Well I got to try the Flan, my goodness....this has got to be one of the best Flans in Miami. I can't even describe it but iust make room for dessert and order this, trust. In conclusion, this was one of those unexpectedly amazing lunch spots. Have to come back for other dishes and...

I got the chefs special for that day (see pics) no sauce was really on there and I didn't know. I didn't know because I couldn't ask the waitress. Couldn't ask her because she spoke no English whatsoever. I was amazed because this is an Italian restaurant. I'm in Miami but I didn't know I could go to a restaurant like this and the wait staff wouldn't speak the language of the country or restaurant I was in.

Pasta was satisfactory but not very tasty, especially at $19 for the plate. Value was low here and the service being off just based on the language barriers where there should not have been one.

The proprietor came out and was nice tho. Had he served me, maybe we get to 5...

The service was definitely a 10/10 Very professional and kind.

The food was definitely just average

We ordered two salmon with a side of salad/ rating 7/10. The salad lacked in quality and sauce, too dry. Salmon lacked flavor or salt.

We received a free sample of the mushroom soup and I would say it is a 8/10. I was delighted by the small amount of spice and flavoring never thought mushroom soup could taste so good, with the side of bread which lacked butter on the side.

They have a good selection of wine and their flan is delicious, rating 10/10.

If you’re looking for a place to have a quick calm lunch this restaurant is top 10...