Portofino Restaurant & Events

Starters

• Bruschetta Aglio (Grilled Garlic Bread)USD 15.00

  Grilled Ciabatta. Slow-Roasted Garlic, Roasted Tomato, Parmigiano Reggiano, Basil.

• Baked Clams & PancettaUSD 21.00

  Hand-Shucked Clams, Crisp Pancetta, Buttered Crumbs, Basil Purée.

• Kalamarakia Tiganita (Fried Baby Squid)USD 18.00

  Tender Squid Fried Crispy, Fresh Lemon, Pomodoro Sauce and Saffron Aioli.

• Antipasto Di Mare (Appetizers of the Sea)USD 23.00

  Steamed Clams, Poached Shrimp, Slow-Roasted Garlic, Kalamatta Olive, Pepperoncini, Fresh Lemon, Blistered Cherry Tomato. Grilled Bread

• Bietolas Al Forno (Oven-Roasted Beets)USD 13.00

  Oven-Roasted Beets, Gorgonzola, Grilled Corn, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Fresh Basil and Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

• Burrata Bruciato (Burnt Burrata)USD 17.00

  Lightly-Charred Burrata (Cool Center), Apricot Chutney, Basil, Herb-Grilled Flatbread, Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

• Carne E Cacio (Meat and Cheese)USD 25.00

  Carne - A Selection of Three Cured Meats Imported. Cacio - A Selection of Three Cheeses Imported.

• Pasta Fritta Osso BuccoUSD 23.00

  Crispy but Tender Fried Pasta Sheets Topped With Slow Braised Pork, Parmigiana Béchamel, Fresh Tomato, Artichoke Hearts, and Basil.

• CarpaccioUSD 17.00

  Shaved Beef Tenderloin, Lemon-Garlic Aioli, White Truffle Oil & Parmigiana Reggiano.

• Arancini (Fried Risotto)USD 15.00

  Saffron Risotto Breaded and Fried. Truffle-Parmesan Aioli, Parmigiana Reggiano & Arugula.

Personal & For the Table

Add Chicken, Steak, Scallops or Shrimp to Any of These Items

• Portofino Greens

  Braisered Escarole Tossed With Sauteed Garlic, Shallot, Cherry Peppers, Sopresetta and Finished With Toasted Crumbs and Parmigiana Reggiano.

• Risotto Alla Milanese

  Arborio Rice Cooked In The Method of Risotto, Finished With Saffron White Wine, Fresh Lemon, Parmigiana Reggiano and Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

• Broccoli Nonna

  Broccoli Steamed With Garlic, Wine and Finished With Lemon, Parmigiana Reggiano and Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

• Pasta Aglio

  Capellini Tossed With Fresh Herbs, Garlic, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Finished With Parmigiana Reggiano and Blistered Cherry Tomatoes.

• Insalata (Salad)USD 9.00

  Mixed Field Greens Dressed With Choice of House Made Dressing and Topped With Cucumber, Carrot, Onion and Tomato.

• Insalata Alla Caesar (Caesar Salad)USD 15.00

  Romaine Lettuce Lightly Tossed With House Made Caesar Dressing and Topped With Croutons, Anchovies and Parmigiana Reggiano.

• Zuppa (Soup)USD 11.00

  Ask Your Server About Our Daily Housemade Soups.

Traditional Utica Fare

• Chicken RiggiesUSD 27.00

  Chicken, Peppers, Onions, Mushrooms, Cherry Peppers, Garlic and Prosciutto Sautéed With San Marzano Tomatoes and Finished With Heavy Cream and Parmigiana Reggiano.

• Marsala Chicken or Veal

  Chicken or Veal Cutlet, Dredged Lightly With Flour, Sautéed With Mushrooms and Garlic, Finished With Marsala Wine and Butter. Served With Pasta Aglio With Spinach.

  • ChickenUSD 29.00
  • VealUSD 35.00

• Francaise Chicken or Veal

  Chicken or Veal Cutlet Battered with Egg and Cheese and Pan-Fried. Finished with a Lemon Vin Blanc and Served over Pasta Aglio with Spinach.

• Parmigiana Chicken or Veal

  Chicken or Veal Cutlet Lightly Breaded and Fried, Topped With Pomodoro Portofino, Fresh basil and Melted Mozzarella.

• Lasagna PortofinoUSD 25.00

  Beef & Sausage Bolognese Sauce Layered With Herbed-Ricotta Cheese, Mozzarella, Basil and Tender Pasta Sheets.

Entrées

• Braised Beef BracioleUSD 37.00

  Tender Pounded Beef Top Round, Prosciutto, Parmesan & Herbed Bread Crumbs Braised in Tomato and Red Wine Sauce. Braised Barley and Asparagus.

• Beef Tenderloin Al Forno (Oven-Roasted Filet)USD 45.00

  Seared & Roasted 8oz. Filet Mignon, Glazed Carrots, Smashed Potatoes, Red Wine Demi Glaze.

• Pollo Verde Al Mattone (Green Brick Game Hen)USD 35.00

  Marinated Whole Game Hen, Pressed On The Grill To Crispy-Skinned Doneness. Arugula, Squash Puree and Fresh Lemon.

• Bistecca Con Pasta (Steak and Pasta)USD 39.00

  12oz. Grilled Strip Loin, Herb Butter, Spaghetti a la Chitarra Tossed With Fresh Herbs, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Parmigiana Reggiano and Lightly Roasted Garlic, Broccoli With Lemon and Garlic.

• Tortellini Alla Boschi (Tortellini of the Woods)USD 31.00

  Tortellini Sautéed With Wild Mushrooms, Roasted Garlic, Spinach, Fresh Thyme in a Fresh Tomato-Based Sauce, Herbed-Ricotta, Truffled Oil and Cracked Black Pepper.

• Agnello Di Grecia (Greek Lamb)USD 45.00

  Half Rack of Lamb Roasted with Garlic and Rosemary. Traditional Greek Vegetable Salad. Grilled Flatbread and Tzatziki.

• Calabrian Lobster CarbonaraUSD 51.00

  Bucatini Tossed in a Traditional Egg and Cream Carbonara Finished with Calabrian Chilies, Sausage, Basil and Topped With an 6oz. Herb and Butter Roasted Lobster Tail.

• Capesante Di Mare (Sea Scallops)USD 43.00

  Pan-Seared Sea Scallops Served With Crispy Pancetta Lardons, Arugula, Blistered Cherry Tomatoes, Brussels Sprouts, Roasted Corn, Saffron Aioli and Fresh Lemon.

• Veal PortofinoUSD 41.00

  Breaded Veal Cutlet Rolled With Spinach, Artichoke Hearts, Ricotta Cheese and Thyme, Topped With Shrimp Sautéed With Sherry Wine, Cracked Peppercorn and Cream. Served with Risotto Alla Milanese.

• Salmon Griglio (Grilled Salmon)USD 37.00

  8oz. Skin-On Salmon Grilled With Lemon Wine and Cracked Pepper, Finished With Basil-Hollandaise and Served With Sautéed Spinach and Fingerling Potatoes.