Porta'Vino

4.9

1522 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 30 times today

Great for fine wines
Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining

Houstons newest BYOB Restaurant.
Casual Atmosphere, Incredible wine prices, Amazing Food

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(713) 360-7480
Website
http://www.portavinohouston.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Danny Trace
Private party facilities
TWO PRIVATE ROOMS ONE SEATS 18 SECOND ROOM SEATS 30

Location
7800 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007
Area
Heights / Washington
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout

Italian FriesUS$7.00
Chili oil, fresh herbs & parmesan cheese, a little spicy!!
Italian Mac & CheeseUS$9.00
Four cheese macaroni, crunchy topping with fresh herbs
Cured Wild Salmon CarpaccioUS$16.00
Served with capers, grain mustard sauce, toasted bread, 1836 olive oil and Maldon sea salt
Arancini Risotto BallsUS$14.00
Stuffed with 5 cheeses, deep-fried with marinara sauce
Steamed MusselsUS$15.00
Miso broth, white wine, tomato, garlic, mushrooms, shallots, toasted bread
Balloon BreadUS$12.00
Herb-Seasoned, Puffed round of Homemade dough
Extra MeatballUS$4.50
Beef meatballs, garlic, red sauce, parmesan cheese
Calabrese Crispy ShrimpUS$19.00
Andouille sausage, Calabrian chili aioli
Cornflake CalamariUS$15.00
Pepperoncini, calabrese remoulade
Artichoke FromaggioUS$16.00
Focaccia, house mix triple cream cheese, whole roasted garlic, spiced pecans, greens
PolpetteUS$13.00
Housemade meatballs, marinara, pecorino
White Bean Soup (S)US$8.00
Vegetable broth, carrots, celery, tomato, onion, potato, spinach & herbs
White Bean Soup (Lg)US$15.00
Vegetable broth, carrots, celery, tomato, onion, potato, spinach & herbs

Green Stuff

Spinach SaladUS$15.00
Toasted pumpkin seed, hard boiled egg, feta, roasted red pepper, marinated red onion, candied pecans, roasted mushrooms & bacon vinaigrette
Chopped WedgeUS$14.00
Grape tomato, chives, bacon & gorgonzola cheese dressing
Porta'vino Salad (Lg)US$11.00
Greens, mozzarella, strawberry, pecans & house vinaigrette
Ella's Caesar (Lg)US$11.00
Ella's Caesar (sm)US$6.00
Romaine chiffonade, focaccia croutons anchovy dressing
Porta'vino Salad (sm)US$6.00
Petit greens, mozzarella, strawberry-lemon vinaigrette, candied pecans

Pizza

PepperoniUS$18.00
Marinara, mozzarella, fresh oregano, 1836 olive oil
Cauliflower CrustUS$4.00
Available on all pizza
MargheritaUS$16.00
Tomato, garlic, basil, mozzarella
IL TuttoUS$21.00
Pepperoni, sausage, beef, mushrooms, fresh veggies
Short RibUS$19.00
White bean puree, caramelized onions, gruyere, mushrooms, mozzarella, balsamic

Pasta

Cacio e Pepe MezzalunaUS$18.00
Rome's favorite dish! Mezzaluna pasta, pepper, pecorino & butter
Butternut squash ravioliUS$17.00
Ravioli, whipped butternut squash, ricotta, parmesan, nutmeg, crispy parsnips & fried sage leaves
Spaghetti & MeatballsUS$17.00
Beef meatballs, garlic, red sauce & parmesan cheese
Wild Boar BologneseUS$29.00
Pappardelle, parmigiano, beef, wild boar & mushrooms
Truffled Rigatoni PastaUS$29.00
Grilled shrimp wrapped in prosciutto, grand marnier sauce, sage polenta
Shrimp FraDiavoloUS$27.00
Spaghetti, spicy marinara, shrimp, mussels, olives, scallions
LasagnaUS$20.00
Ricotta, mozzarella, wagyu beef & marinara sauce

Mains

Veal & RisottoUS$29.00
Paneed veal medallion with spicy artichokes, fresh pea risotto & house made rose sauce
Cast Iron Seared Diver ScallopsUS$29.00
Three dry-packed scallops with parmesan polenta, roasted corn, basil & pesto beurre blanc
Honey, Garlic Pork TenderloinUS$28.00
Brined, smoked & grilled w/ seasonal harvest & black peppercorn mashers
Citrus Grilled SalmonUS$28.00
Avocado, cucumber relish, sage & spinach polenta, lemon drizzle
Baramundi Sea BassUS$29.00
Blistered tomato, seasonal harvest, herb, lemon & 1836 olive oil
Flat Iron SteakUS$29.00
Bias cut ribeye cap, seasonal harvest, house made worcestershire & black peppercorn mashers
Chicken ParmesanUS$24.00
Roast garlic demi, crawford bock reduction, whipped white beans
Braised Short RibsUS$29.00
Whipped Northern white beans, amarone lemon zest gremolata

Sweets

Coconut Cream PieUS$9.00
Our #1 best seller!! Homemade!
TiramisuUS$9.00
Coffee liqueur-soaked lady finger cookies, mascarpone, whipped cream & chocolate
Medium Rare BrownieUS$9.00

Drink

MilkUS$3.00
Homemade LemonadeUS$5.00
Iced TeaUS$2.75
Rambler Hill Country Sparkling WaterUS$3.25
Supporting TX Parks & Wildlife"
Soft DrinksUS$2.95
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite

White Wine

Flowers ChardonnayUS$41.00
Kettmeir Pinot GrigioUS$29.00
Stout Sauvignon Blanc "Granny Rae"US$34.00
Cakebread Chardonnay Magnum (1.5 Liter)US$99.00
J. D. Villebois SancerreUS$38.00
Merry Edwards Sauvignon BlancUS$49.00
Alma Rosa ChardonnayUS$44.00
Daou RoseUS$21.00
Bernardus Sauvignon BlancUS$29.00
Les Sarrins RoseUS$25.00
Albert Bichot ChablisUS$36.00
Darioush ViognierUS$67.00
Chalk Hill Chardonnay 2018US$32.00
Cakebread Chardonnay 2018US$46.00
Far Niente Chardonnay 2018US$58.00

Red Wine

Clos Du Val Red Blend "Yettalil"US$147.00
Cade Howell Mountain CabernetUS$99.00
The Pact CabernetUS$98.00
Vaso CabernetUS$89.00
Revana "Terroir Series" CabernetUS$83.00
Pride Mountain CabernetUS$65.00
Odette "Adaptation" CabernetUS$64.00
Hensley Family CabernetUS$57.00
Bella Union CabernetUS$51.00
Austin Hope Cabernet (1 Liter)US$49.00
Frank Family CabernetUS$47.00
Meso "Big Blend" US$58.00
Alexander Valley "Cyrus" Red BlendUS$59.00
Serca Gran Corte MalbecUS$52.00
Paul Hobbs RR Pinot NoirUS$65.00
Revana "Alexana" Pinot NoirUS$35.00
Bial Zinfandel "Black Chicken"US$43.00
Belle Glos Pinot Noir 2018US$43.00
Piano Chiuso Primitio RiservaUS$48.00
Kosta Browne RR Pinot Noir 2018US$96.00
En Route Pinot NoirUS$49.00
Duckhorn Merlot 2017US$42.00
Leviathan Red Blend 2017US$36.00
Barnett CabernetUS$67.00
Crown Point Red BlendUS$61.00
Aperture Red Blend 2016US$59.00
Etude Pinot Noir "N. Canyon"US$51.00
Poggio San Polo ToscanaUS$34.00
Faust Cabernet 2017US$49.00
Silver Oak CabernetUS$86.00
Quilt "Baby Caymus" Cabernet 2017US$39.00
San Polo Brunello Di MontalcinoUS$69.00
Inglenook Cabernet 2015US$63.00
Jordan Cabernet US$59.00
Rutherford "AJT" CabernetUS$54.00
Caymus Cabernet (1 Liter)US$89.00
Batasiolo Barolo US$51.00

Bubbles & Rose

Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose MagnumUS$199.00
Schramsberg Blanc de NoirsUS$43.00

Beer

UltraUS$4.50
EstrellaUS$5.50
Stella ArtoisUS$5.50

What 1,522 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Houston
Best Value
Houston
Great for fine wines
Houston
Great for outdoor dining
Houston
Italian
Houston
Best Value
Houston
Great for fine wines
Houston
Great for outdoor dining
Houston
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Porta'Vino delights with "delicious food" and "fantastic service," making it a go-to spot for many. Diners praise its "incredible wine prices" and "wonderful atmosphere." The attentive staff and welcoming vibe, combined with a diverse menu, ensure a consistently enjoyable dining experience. A must-visit for food and wine enthusiasts!

1,522 Reviews

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Nick
VIP
Houston
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bill and his team do a tremendous job at pretty much everything. One of our favorite go-to restaurants!
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Kenny
Houston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Mediocre at best. Very limited and strange menu. If I found myself there again id just get spaghetti and meatballs. Chicken pharm was just ok. Swimming in sauce and not enough pasta. Ravioli was very skimpy and tasteless. Frozen chicken with fake grill marks my wife said. The service was friendly.
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Bill
Houston
80 reviews
5.0
80 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Moderately priced. A good selection of meats, pastas, fish, etc. We ordered braised short ribs with creamy polenta and veal with risotto. Both were delicious. The wine list is very extensive and the prices are ridiculously low, even below retail in some cases. The waiters are very competent and attentive. They are assisted by other waitstaff who make sure you are satisfied with the service. I recommend getting reservations in advance becasue it's very crowded. The noise level is "energetic" but not so loud that you can't hear others at your own table.
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Rob
VIP
Houston
77 reviews
5.0
77 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and Hector took great care of me love Porta’vino!
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Rob
VIP
Houston
77 reviews
5.0
77 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great dinner as always Jeff took great care of us!
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Jon
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff is as always very personable and out going. The flat Iron steak was awesome and perfectly cooked!
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Collin
Houston
41 reviews
4.0
41 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
One of our regular go to locations, service is good, food is good, noise level is way too loud at 6pm on Saturday night. We often go outside to avoid the noise, nice space with heaters, it is a bit cold. Our server was a bit distracted and busy at the end, so we had to ask for the bill after waiting, otherwise service was great. Popular place, and it should be.
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Rob
VIP
Houston
77 reviews
5.0
77 reviews
Dined on 2 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful meal! Jeff took great care of me! Truffle pasta was sensational!
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Kathy
VIP
Houston
70 reviews
5.0
70 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food, knowledgeable server, amazing wine at very reasonable prices.
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Henry
Houston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience! Our sever, Aaron, was fantastic and recommended an amazing wine! Friendly service and amazing food will keep us coming back!
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FAQs

Porta'Vino offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 360-7480.

Porta'Vino is rated 4.9 stars by 1522 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 30 times today

Order delivery or takeout

7800 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007

Additional information

Area
Heights / Washington
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Danny Trace
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout

Website
http://www.portavinohouston.com/
Phone number
(713) 360-7480
Private party facilities
TWO PRIVATE ROOMS ONE SEATS 18 SECOND ROOM SEATS 30

Porta'Vino

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Shareables

Italian FriesUS$7.00

Italian Mac & CheeseUS$9.00

Cured Wild Salmon CarpaccioUS$16.00

Arancini Risotto BallsUS$14.00

Steamed MusselsUS$15.00

Balloon BreadUS$12.00

Extra MeatballUS$4.50

Calabrese Crispy ShrimpUS$19.00

Cornflake CalamariUS$15.00

Artichoke FromaggioUS$16.00

PolpetteUS$13.00

White Bean Soup (S)US$8.00

White Bean Soup (Lg)US$15.00

Green Stuff

Spinach SaladUS$15.00

Chopped WedgeUS$14.00

Porta'vino Salad (Lg)US$11.00

Ella's Caesar (Lg)US$11.00

Ella's Caesar (sm)US$6.00

Porta'vino Salad (sm)US$6.00

Pizza

PepperoniUS$18.00

Cauliflower CrustUS$4.00

MargheritaUS$16.00

IL TuttoUS$21.00

Short RibUS$19.00

Pasta

Cacio e Pepe MezzalunaUS$18.00

Butternut squash ravioliUS$17.00

Spaghetti & MeatballsUS$17.00

Wild Boar BologneseUS$29.00

Truffled Rigatoni PastaUS$29.00

Shrimp FraDiavoloUS$27.00

LasagnaUS$20.00

Mains

Veal & RisottoUS$29.00

Cast Iron Seared Diver ScallopsUS$29.00

Honey, Garlic Pork TenderloinUS$28.00

Citrus Grilled SalmonUS$28.00

Baramundi Sea BassUS$29.00

Flat Iron SteakUS$29.00

Chicken ParmesanUS$24.00

Braised Short RibsUS$29.00

Sweets

Coconut Cream PieUS$9.00

TiramisuUS$9.00

Medium Rare BrownieUS$9.00

Drink

MilkUS$3.00

Homemade LemonadeUS$5.00

Iced TeaUS$2.75

Rambler Hill Country Sparkling WaterUS$3.25

Soft DrinksUS$2.95

White Wine

Flowers ChardonnayUS$41.00

Kettmeir Pinot GrigioUS$29.00

Stout Sauvignon Blanc "Granny Rae"US$34.00

Cakebread Chardonnay Magnum (1.5 Liter)US$99.00

J. D. Villebois SancerreUS$38.00

Merry Edwards Sauvignon BlancUS$49.00

Alma Rosa ChardonnayUS$44.00

Daou RoseUS$21.00

Bernardus Sauvignon BlancUS$29.00

Les Sarrins RoseUS$25.00

Albert Bichot ChablisUS$36.00

Darioush ViognierUS$67.00

Chalk Hill Chardonnay 2018US$32.00

Cakebread Chardonnay 2018US$46.00

Far Niente Chardonnay 2018US$58.00

Red Wine

Clos Du Val Red Blend "Yettalil"US$147.00

Cade Howell Mountain CabernetUS$99.00

The Pact CabernetUS$98.00

Vaso CabernetUS$89.00

Revana "Terroir Series" CabernetUS$83.00