Porta Bella Italian Restaurant
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About Porta Bella Italian Restaurant
Recent Reviews
263 ratings
I want to start by saying this place was super cute, and our service was overall good!!
As for the price of the food for the quality - not so much. For an average of $26-32 entrée, I wouldn’t expect silverware to be served in paper bags with disposable napkins. Dinner salads are served on plastic supper club type dishes which felt cheap for the overall price of the experience.
The plate presentation was also very sloppy. My $32 ravioli looked like sauce soup....read full review
As for the price of the food for the quality - not so much. For an average of $26-32 entrée, I wouldn’t expect silverware to be served in paper bags with disposable napkins. Dinner salads are served on plastic supper club type dishes which felt cheap for the overall price of the experience.
The plate presentation was also very sloppy. My $32 ravioli looked like sauce soup....read full review
We recently hosted our company holiday party with Portabella and we were beyond impressed! The food, the staff, the drinks.. It was all perfect! Thank you all again for taking such good care of us :)
Great food, came out piping hot! Our server was kind and quick when it came to little side requests.
Please don’t sell this place to build more apartments. It’s a nice, quiet special place!
Please don’t sell this place to build more apartments. It’s a nice, quiet special place!
Porta Bella Italian Restaurant, a long-standing establishment in Madison, offers a charming old-timey atmosphere reminiscent of Chicago-style Italian eateries. The facility shows some wear from years of service, but this adds to its character. The pastas are perfectly cooked to al dente, and the food is delicious, with generous portion sizes that provide great value for the price. The beer on tap is delightful, and anything with steak is recommended, along with the spicy meatball sub for those who enjoy it. Located conveniently near a public parking garage across the street, the service is commendable, with friendly waitstaff, including a knowledgeable college student who provides helpful recommendations. The cheesecake and Genoa's Chicken Pesto are highly recommended, and the patio allows for an enjoyable outdoor dining experience, while the inviting interior creates a cozy atmosphere. The sausage pizza features big chunks of delicious, nicely spiced Italian sausage, making it a must-try.