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Il Porto, Alexandria, VA

Il Porto

4.3
4.3
2411 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
23:00
Booked 50 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
At Il Porto Italian Ristorante in Alexandria, VA, our commitment to culinary excellence is evident in every dish we serve. Established in Old Town Alexandria in 1973, our restaurant has been a beacon for authentic Italian flavors, blending traditional roots with a modern culinary approach.

Our kitchen takes pride in crafting every dish from scratch, on-premise, ensuring freshness in every bite. Our pasta, made fresh daily, is a testament to our dedication to quality and authenticity. Our modern cooking techniques has elevated our offerings, allowing us to present a diverse menu while maintaining the rich traditions of Northern Italian cuisine.

The heart of our kitchen lies in our daily specials, curated with innovation rooted in the culinary heritage of Northern Italy. Each dish reflects a harmonious blend of creativity and tradition, inviting our patrons to embark on a culinary journey with every visit.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 836-8833
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Giuseppe Villari
  • Private party facilities
    Il Porto has a beautifully remodeled second floor with a separate bar that can accommodate up to 120 guests. Our wait staff is very well experienced in dealing with any type of large groups.
  • Area
    Alexandria
  • Cross Street
    N.Lee
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available or there is a parking garage located right behind the restaurant on Lee Street. Colonial Parking $10.00 flat rate. Also there is a parking garage one block away from the restaurant on Fairfax Street. City Hall Parking Garage after 5:00 p.m. $2.00 flat rate.
  • Public transit
    King Street Metro stop, about 16 blocks away from the restaurant. Free Trolley shuttle from King Street Metro to the restaurant
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 2,411 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Porto in Old Town Alexandria offers a charming Italian dining experience with "authentic recipes" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the live jazz nights and the delightful ambiance. While some mention inconsistency in food quality, standout dishes and attentive servers like Jackie and Nixon often make the visit memorable.

2,411 Reviews
  1. Charity

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place. The ambiance was very European feeling. Service was great, especially on Christmas day!

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  2. Benjamin

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and excellent food. Great for family dinner

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  3. Wazir

    New York City

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere was wonderful. The waiter seemed not very interested in helping us decide on an entree. The food came right when the appetizer came so we could not pace ourselves. The pasta with shrimp was very good. The manicotti was dry and stale and cold.

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  4. Drew

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, great food, great wine. We went on Christmas Day about 4:30pm. It wasn't crowded, it was warm inside the place which was good since it was cold outside and we walked about 1/2 mile to get there. The waiter was very good. Definitely will be back.

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  5. Margaret

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've been going to Il Porto for years. Always great food and great service in a relaxed atmosphere. Il Porto is one of those local restaurants you always go back to.

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  6. suzanne

    VIP

    New York City

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a very busy night but the service and food was amazing. our table was right beside the fireplace. it was a perfect night for Christmas eve dinner!

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  7. Jo

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Christmas Eve dinner with reservations. Seatwd upon arrival. Delicious cocktails, every dish was exceptional. Service was excellent despite being crowded. Lovely ambiance for the occasion. A memorable holiday meal.

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  8. Shera

    New York City

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The restaurant was under staffed and very cramped. Food came out cold and tasteless. Granted it was Christmas Eve, management should have stangnated seating if they weren’t equipped to give quality service. Very disappointing experience.

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  9. Andrew

    Washington DC

    20 reviews

    1.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Waiter was awful. Slow, aggressive, unpleasant, hostile, bumped into me about 7 times. One drink took 25 minutes to arrive, which was after our dessert was finished. Way overpriced. Mediocre food. Table was very small and packed way too close to the surrounding tables. Waiters kept knocking into people without so much as an excuse me. Our waiter kept passing by without asking if we needed anything or even looking our way. He was avoiding us. We had to get up and find him a few times. The priority was packing us in and taking our money, not good food or gracious service. An awful experience. But at least there was an automatic tip included, none of which was deserved! We were treated poorly and ripped off.

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  10. Eileen

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had Excellent service and delicious food on Christmas Eve!

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FAQs

Il Porto does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Il Porto also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 836-8833.

Il Porto is rated 4.3 stars by 2411 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
23:00
Booked 50 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Il Porto

121 King street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    N.Lee
  • Area
    Alexandria
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available or there is a parking garage located right behind the restaurant on Lee Street. Colonial Parking $10.00 flat rate. Also there is a parking garage one block away from the restaurant on Fairfax Street. City Hall Parking Garage after 5:00 p.m. $2.00 flat rate.
  • Public transit
    King Street Metro stop, about 16 blocks away from the restaurant. Free Trolley shuttle from King Street Metro to the restaurant
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Giuseppe Villari
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (703) 836-8833
  • Private party facilities
    Il Porto has a beautifully remodeled second floor with a separate bar that can accommodate up to 120 guests. Our wait staff is very well experienced in dealing with any type of large groups.
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