Il Porteghetto In

A restaurant that's a sensory experience ♥️ I had lunch here with my partner over Easter. What can I say...superlative food, super-fresh fish with a wide selection, attention to detail, an endless wine selection, and a fabulous location: inside, it feels like dining on a ship, and outside, you're right on the rocks with the sound of the sea.... The prices were also absolutely fair, and the service was very quick, even though it was Easter. The icing on the cake was the kindness and professionalism of the staff; despite it being an elegant restaurant, you feel very at ease! Absolutely recommended!!!

A very picturesque location overlooking the sea, very good food, made with quality ingredients. Some dishes lack a few memorable details. Service is slow, but the staff is professional. The bill is expensive, but in line with the location and the menu.

Sea and Sky Jun 2025 Sea, sea, sea Both on the outside and on the plate, we had dinner at the restaurant on Saturday evening. It was a beautiful evening, very warm. We were at a table outside on the rocks between the sky and the sea, when suddenly it started raining. The wait staff quickly managed to seat us inside before the food arrived so we could eat in a dry place. The restaurant was packed. The dishes were exquisite and unique, but very well executed. The service was courteous and fast, even in a somewhat chaotic situation. The quality of the ingredients was excellent. The price was right for the service and quality. The location was stunning. We will return during the summer holidays. Highly recommended.

Impressed by the natural beauty of the place and the attention to detail in the bathroom, worthy of a five-star establishment (there are disposable cloth towels, for example). The space is tastefully furnished, and the wine cellar is truly impressive. A glass of basic quality wine by the glass (drivers are no longer allowed to take bottles) (I don't want to reveal the labels). The idea of ​​tasting olive oil was nice, but not up to the ceremony (Taggiasco, not Taggia, not monocultivar). The oil left on the table had a more delicate flavor but was of unknown origin. (I won't comment, it's better.) Reading the extensive out-of-season menu, I was a bit perplexed. I don't want to offend anyone. I'm just saying that too many dishes (in my opinion) feature "foam/mousse/cream of..." this or that. I had the feeling that these siphoned foams were a must, something I "had to" try. Also many (perhaps too many) selections of slow-cooked/roner/sous-vide dishes. My dish was completely unrecognizable because it was drowned in a foam... (Which I didn't like and therefore ruined the (plate) as pictured. I understand the desire to impress with a unique decoration/plating... But then the palate must be rewarded. Anyway, well done for trying something different. Unfortunately, those of us who were with me received a mess of sea urchin infested with pepper. I expected Her Majesty the sea urchin to be highlighted, not camouflaged. We didn't dare order a second course so as not to tempt fate. They already screwed us over €83 (2 bottles of water, 2 coffees, two glasses of loose wine, 2 first courses). I'd say we were unlucky. We'll try some alternatives. Not here. Truly disappointed. I would have given a lower score. I really don't want to be harsh, but I was honest in my feedback.

The location is enchanting. And so far... then I'd ask the chef to have mercy on our pansotti and not drown them in a cream that tastes like parmesan rinds and kills every other flavor. I also beg mercy for my beloved sea urchin, which was swimming in some unspecified cream but was mostly overwhelmed by the pepper. More than linguine with sea urchin, it's carbonara with stray clams... We decided not to tempt fate with a second course because for €40 a head for a first course and a glass of wine, I can seriously do better elsewhere.

A wonderful seaside experience! Excellent food, impeccably cooked. The staff were truly attentive and friendly. A must-try.

The location and ambiance are stunning, right by the sea... Spectacular! The food and service were impeccable, we'll be back.

Nice location, the tables were a bit too close together... Good food, but overpriced €66 for two fried dishes with two shrimp, two calamari, and four anchovies each, a side of potatoes, and just water. No receipt, and it took more than two hours to eat (it was quite crowded). If they could revise the off-season prices a bit, maybe it would be better...

I WOULD LIKE TO, BUT I CAN'T Dinner by the sea. We're at Porteghetto, a wonderful restaurant carved into the rock, overlooking the sea and with a breathtaking view. We start with a bottle of still water and a couple of glasses, two Blanc de Blancs Alta Langa DOCG from Cantina Fontanafredda - Serralunga d'Alba (CN). A 100% Chardonnay, in my opinion, always very pleasant. We order two first courses. Tagliolini bianconeri, fresh black tagliolini tossed with local pesto and topped with tuna tartare and Apulian burrata. Balanced, yet very flavorful. Delicious. And then His Majesty the Sea Urchin, Gragnano linguine (from Pastificio Di Martino) topped with sea urchins, clams, and tuna bottarga. Another successful dish, perhaps even better than the previous one. Both dishes are also noteworthy for their presentation and attention to detail. Our only regret, perhaps, is the small portions, which is why we decide to share a second course. A Tuna. It's diced tuna fried in a panko crust with oven-baked vegetables, a very distinctive old-fashioned mustard with a grainy texture, and a beetroot and wasabi reduction. A particularly delicious dish that satisfies both the palate and the eye, perfectly suited to our idea of ​​sharing. We finish our dinner with two desserts. A cup of caramel biscuits, white chocolate and Bronte pistachio ganache, and a chocolate mousse with chopped almonds and a mango center. The presentation is always excellent, but perhaps the result isn't all that exciting. A single coffee and then the bill. The total cost is €113. A significant expense, it's true, but it's made up for by adequate service and refined, convincing cuisine. The location is almost unique, perfect for a romantic dinner... too bad it's not my cup of tea!

From Milan with a vengeance... whenever we come to Liguria... it's our regular stop. Highly recommended! Quality, price, ambiance... everything is top-notch. Our favorite restaurant!