Portico Italian Social Food

4.8

117 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

26 Nov 2024

21:00

Booked 7 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Vegetarian-friendly

Inspired by Italy’s aperitivo hour, when public squares and streets are filled with lively conversation, Portico serves handmade and authentic Italian fare in Sebastopol in western Sonoma County.

A portico is a colonnade or covered walkway in classical architecture. Since the middle ages the elegant porticos of Bologna, Italy have a meeting place for the public as well as a place for business. Paolo Pedrinazzi (who is from Bologna) and Kat Escamilla, owners of the new Portico trattoria , bring this experience to Sebastopol. They even have monthly Regional dinner parties with live jazz.

The setting includes an Italian fountain on their cozy patio. Portico offers light table service and counter ordering. Excellent Italian wines are sold in the restaurant at retail pricing; refreshingly unpretentious. The menu features an array of antipasti, handmade egg pasta, gluten free risottos, Bolognese lasagna, tiramisu, and baked goods . A market in the front is stocked with take-n-bake entrees

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 1:00 pm–8:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(707) 888-9136
Website
https://www.porticosocialfood.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Paolo Pedrinazzi
Catering
Portico is available for delivery or in house catering. Evening buyout available.
Private party facilities
Portico Italian Social Club presents an Italian Regional Dinner Party each first Wednesday of the month. Includes 4 courses , 4 wine pairings, live jazz, and lively atmosphere.

Location
110 N Main St, Sebastopol, CA 95472
Area
Sebastopol
Cross Street
CA-12
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options

What 117 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Wine Country
Healthy
Wine Country
Neighbourhood gem
Wine Country
Italian

Review summary

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Portico Italian Social Food offers an authentic taste of Italy with "the best, authentic Italian food in this area." Guests rave about the "amazing" handmade pastas and delightful dishes like burrata and lasagna. The warm, welcoming staff and lively vibe create a lovely dining experience that families treasure.

117 Reviews

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Susan
San Francisco
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had another stellar meal at Portico. It's one of our favorites. We are greeted warmly on arrival, seating promptly and then await a superlative meal. We started with the Vegetarian Antipasto with luscious crostini with mozzarella and sun dried tomatoes, vegetables and a fennel, orange and olive salad. We always have to have the light, fresh simply gorgeous arugula salad. It does not disappoint. We ordered the classic lasagne bolognese (superbly thin pasta, elegant meat sauce), Tortelloni with a squash stuffing, topped with sage butter (excellent) and the always perfect eggplant parmesan. We were sad to report we could not order a dessert, the chocolate cake in the case was beautiful, the tiramisu is always tempting, but we could not manage another bite last night. Excellent food, nice staff, we love it!
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Dan
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is great. Authentic. Good food. Excellent staff/service.
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JoAnn
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The absolute best vegetarian lasagne ever!! Light, fluffy, flavorful. We bought an extra one to go!
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Katie
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and atmosphere were great. Would totally go back ♡
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Jana
San Francisco
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is amazing with all kinds of wonderful flavors. The wine menu is priced just right. The owners are great to chat with as well as the other patrons. Certainly a home town atmosphere with elevated food and wine. A great choice in Sebastopol.
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Karen
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious scratch-made food and friendly service. A great neighborhood jewel.
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Catherine
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We've been going to Porticos for many years and always enjoy it.
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Woody
Chicago
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Portico reflects all of the qualities of a small Italian restaurant in Italy, short, concise menu with food to match, house made pasta and sauces, just two or three ingredients, modest size serving, no big pile of pasta in a bowl but plenty to eat and modest prices reflect the servings. Terrific Barrata and small, focused wine list also well priced, no diet Coke. We couldn't believe that we'd never heard of the place and now it will be on our regular rotation.
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Ron
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent home made pastas and friendly service. A family atmosphere.
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Lori
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I came here for a date night and had the best time. We sat outside by the fountain which was super cute. The pasta and gnocchi are made in house and were absolutely fantastic - generous portions and we ate the whole thing. Loved the wine list too. We will definitely be back!
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FAQs

Portico Italian Social Food offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (707) 888-9136.

Portico Italian Social Food is rated 4.8 stars by 117 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

26 Nov 2024

21:00

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

110 N Main St, Sebastopol, CA 95472

Additional information

Cross Street
CA-12
Area
Sebastopol
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 1:00 pm–8:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Paolo Pedrinazzi
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options

Website
https://www.porticosocialfood.com/
Phone number
(707) 888-9136
Catering
Portico is available for delivery or in house catering. Evening buyout available.
Private party facilities
Portico Italian Social Club presents an Italian Regional Dinner Party each first Wednesday of the month. Includes 4 courses , 4 wine pairings, live jazz, and lively atmosphere.

Portico Italian Social Food

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Menu

What 117 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Portico Italian Social Food offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Portico Italian Social Food restaurant rated?

Is Portico Italian Social Food currently accepting bookings?

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