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Portofino Grill in La Porte
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Portofino Grill

★ 4.50 (512) Updated December 2025 La Porte, IN

About Portofino Grill in La Porte

Portofino Grill, located at 3233 IN-39 in La Porte, IN, offers a dining experience that blends relaxed comfort with a polished, welcoming atmosphere. Set against the backdrop of a golf-course environment, this restaurant creates an ideal place to slow down and enjoy a thoughtfully prepared meal at any time of day.

Guests are drawn to its inviting veranda seating and the easy balance it strikes between casual and refined, making it equally well suited for a laid-back lunch, a celebratory dinner, or a quiet meal for one.

With a strong 4.50 out of 5 rating from 512 reviews, Portofino Grill has earned a reputation for delivering both satisfying food and a consistently enjoyable experience.

The menu is designed to appeal to a wide range of tastes, offering steaks, seafood, classic American favorites, comfort food, healthy options, small plates, and local specialties.

Whether you’re in the mood for a hearty dinner, a lighter midday bite, or a dessert that leaves the meal on a high note, Portofino Grill gives guests plenty to enjoy.

A full beverage selection adds even more appeal, with beer, cocktails, coffee, wine, and alcohol served alongside standout highlights such as fast service, a great beer selection, excellent cocktails, a strong wine list, and memorable desserts.

The restaurant also supports a variety of dining needs, from solo dining and casual lunches to dinner with friends, private dining, and catering, giving customers a flexible and reliable choice for many occasions.

Portofino Grill also stands out for the comfort, convenience, and accessibility it provides. Guests can choose outdoor seating, dine in, order delivery, or take their meals to go, while table service and reservation options help make the experience smooth and stress-free.

The atmosphere is warm and adaptable, blending casual, cozy, quiet, trendy, and upmarket elements in a way that feels inviting without sacrificing quality. On-site amenities such as a bar, restroom, Wi-Fi, and free Wi-Fi add to the overall comfort, while wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restrooms help ensure a more inclusive visit for all guests.

Payments are simple and flexible too, with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments accepted. For anyone looking for a dependable La Porte restaurant with excellent food, thoughtful service, and a setting that inspires confidence, Portofino Grill is a standout choice.

Dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant’s high rating speaks to the peace of mind it offers every guest who walks through its doors.

★★★★★ 4.50 rating (512 reviews)
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Portofino Grill interior
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A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Jim Kaufman

Jim Kaufman

5 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Had a great dinner with great service. Love the place. Unfortunately they will be closing this spring (from what we hear). Go support this restaurant while you can!

Keith Blower

Keith Blower

2 years ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Everything was great, our steaks were cooked perfectly and were delicious. Staff was friendly and helpful. I recommend the cheesecake for dessert.

Tammy Taylor

Tammy Taylor

2 years ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Although short staffed, the server did as best as she could. She was patient and still made it to the table frequently. You could tell she was busy with her interactions. The food was great and flavorful

Joseph Vorrier

Joseph Vorrier

2 years ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

First time eating here for dinner. We sat outside and enjoyed the quiet atmosphere with the view of the golf course. The waitress and staff were very friendly and attentive. The steak was delicious!

Heather Milzarek

Heather Milzarek

5 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Amazing every time I go! Prices are the same as everywhere else but the service and food is so Much better here! Food has always been prepared the way I ask and for the others that have went with me.

Shea Peckat

Shea Peckat

10 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I took my teenage grandsons for their first true fine dining experience and Portofino did not disappoint. The food was phenomenal. The service was out of this world. The boys were absolutely amazed at how much attention and service our amazing waitress Taylor provided. They now see the difference between going out to eat and having a fine dining experience.

Justin Alberico

Justin Alberico

2 years ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Excellent food and service. French onion soup was amazing. Wagyu and Lobster surf and turf special was out of this world. Everything cooked perfectly. Menu is pricey, but definitely worth it. Highly recommend!

Kathleen Granzow

Kathleen Granzow

4 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I love going there to meet up with friends to experience great food and hospitality. I'm so disheartened that this fine restaurant will be closing. A severe loss for LaPorte.

Jason Alley

Jason Alley

2 years ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Why isn’t this place absolutely slammed? We live 1.5 hours away. We were here on vacation, but my kids all want to just drive back here for their birthdays. Their homemade gluten free pasta is mid-blowing good. I had their special: a sweet potato and andouille sausage pasta that just about changed my life forever. Amazing. My wife had their lunch strip steak. Perfectly cooked. We absolutely loved our experience. Our waiter, Daniel, did a great job.

Mags

Mags

3 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

As they prepare to close soon, our last meal there was delicious. Their food is so consistent over the decades we have been dining there. Kudos to Mary, Larry and the team for providing a good, affordable and cheery place we could always count on for business events, family events, golf eats, casual and fine dining all in one place. They will be missed!

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Private dining room
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Trendy
  • Upmarket

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

3233 IN-39, La Porte, IN 46350, United States

Reservations

+1 219-325-8541
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