Restaurant Portolino in Hamburg

Genuinely Italian, delicious food, perfect portion sizes and beautifully located on the Outer Alster

The best restaurant we have ever visited!! Such a nice welcome, such great, discreet and professional - truly Italian - service. Clearly upscale. We were here on Christmas Day. We really liked the atmosphere. No pets, but also several guests with dogs. The food was great!

Price/performance could be a little better - but the location makes up for it..

Have been here twice so far and we can highly recommend the very attentive, friendly and relaxed service as well as the food. We'll be back...on the terrace in summer

Dolce Vita in Hamburg with Hanseatic Alster flair with a view of boats. Here you can relax and enjoy. The tables outside are booked all day long in summer (when it's there). We had a reservation, which couldn't be found, but it didn't matter. The table right by the water with - fortunately - a beautiful beige parasol was perfect. The service team is very nice and competent, unfortunately always a bit understaffed. And so we had to wait 45 minutes for our antipasti misto. The antipasti was totally worth it. It's not a problem with time, as a business lunch can be tight with follow-up appointments. The burrata on arugula with avocado garlic dressing was pleasing, as was the Lasagna Classico. Unfortunately there was no more room for the incredibly delicious tiramisu. A small espresso macchiato still makes it to us. Very good food in a great atmosphere, you can improve the service a bit, that was better. Of course there is a shortage of staff everywhere, a little more service would be really great. See you soon at Hamburg’s top gastro “Steg”.

We celebrated my wife's 30th birthday on Friday with 22 people. From the beginning, there was a very nice and warm contact with the owner. Everything was exactly as discussed. Actually there should be at least 10 stars. We have rarely eaten as well as we did on Friday. The service was amazing and the atmosphere was beautiful. The birthday couldn't have been nicer. Thank you!!

Italian restaurant in an unbeatable location. Sunny days become a unique experience on the terrace, where you can enjoy spectacular views of the lake while savoring authentic al dente pasta, prepared as it should be. Follow us on Instagram @myfavouritesrestaurants and live the Italian experience with us!

Their products are very delicious and of very high quality.

The best, you can't compare it with any other restaurant...

nice atmosphere, nice staff and delicious food. I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

Nice place in a very nice location. Good food, starting from good raw material and well prepared. Definitely a place that must be considered

I want to base this review on the prices versus the qualities of the foods I had. And the bad service we had at the end. The Antipasto Portolino was really good..mixed with veggies, meat, shrimps, sausage etc. I highly recommend this one. This alone tasted better than my main course. For my main course, Surf and Turf, I am expecting way more than what they delivered. For that small portion of beef with 2pcs of shrimps, a bit of spinach and potatoes, they asked for ridiculously 50€. The taste doesn't justify the price. My dessert was delicious. I had like the Chocolate Lava cake with pistachio ice cream. That I have no complaints. My colleagues who had Tagliatelle in truffle butter sauce said it was very dry and tasteless that they have to put salt and pepper to make it taste better. The service was okay at the beginning but after we paid and gave our tip, the Lady who served us instantly changed her tone, expressing disappointment from our given tip. The impression we all had was that she was expecting a lot more. Which I find not nice because it is not obligatory to give a certain percentage of tip, it was just an additional gesture from customer to give tip. But anyway, it was so-so. If I will go again? maybe not.

It was a nice evening, thank you

This makes eating out fun. Attentive and super charmingly helpful service. Starters (octopus and salmon tartare), main course turbot for 4 people and dessert diverse, to the point. Loving preparation. And the birthday child was served an extra dessert. The ambience and location speak for themselves. Repeat already reserved 🥂

We were invited to a birthday party. Great ambience, fantastic view, very good food, the service is friendly - but there is room for improvement. Since we were invited, we didn't have to pay...according to the menu, it was rather upscale.

Very, very good restaurant! We come here regularly and have been for years. In addition to the always friendly and very good service, the food is also excellent and has increased in taste and quality, especially in the last year! Keep it up, dear Portolino team!

Everything is fine, but extremely expensive

Nice Italian restaurant. We were just before lunchtime and were still served in a friendly and courteous manner. Food was very good. Always happy.

**Unforgettable wedding in Portolino – perfection at the highest level** We were able to celebrate our wedding with 20 guests at Portolino and are still overwhelmed. The planning and the entire arrangement were simply perfect. The table was beautifully set and the entire team was the warmest hosts. From the champagne reception at the Alster Steg to the final dinner – it exceeded all of our expectations. The food was an absolute delight and the service left nothing to be desired. We were particularly impressed by the spirit and passion that the entire team showed. With wonderful weather, this special day became an unforgettable experience for us and our guests. It really couldn't be any more - many thanks to the entire team for this unforgettable celebration! Nicole & Frank

The team and the food at Portolino is always an 11/10! For a birthday, cozy with friends or family, I have never been disappointed. Above all, the staff and service are always friendly, courteous and familiar. I'm already looking forward to the next time.

I had an unforgettable birthday party at the Portolino restaurant last Sunday. Thank you very much for the delicious food, the beautiful ambience and great service. I can only recommend Portolino. 🙏❤️

An all-round successful evening with a beautiful view, delicious food and great service. The team and the two bosses do everything to make a meal beautiful and unforgettable... I also went for lunch, which is also highly recommended... I always come here with other friends, unfortunately at longer distances (since they are from out of town), and every time we are all thrilled and happy to have been here. Thanks to everyone at Portolino and keep it up ;-)

The staff found a table for us with (we had no reservations) and they were very kind and patient with us. The food was excellent. We had to chase down our server to pay at the end, that was the only thing I can say needed any improvement. A beautiful place, great atmosphere.

Very tasty food, nice owner, great location at the marina

Excellent food, service and view. Would recommend. Many of the appetizers are very tasty.

Highly recommended. ☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️

We were here with the family on a weekend and were able to sit outside. It was really nice in terms of the surroundings and the furnishings. We ordered 8 dishes. The waitress managed to forget both my drink AND my main course. I had to wait 15 minutes while everyone else already had their food. The waitress was uncomfortable and there was no apology or anything to make amends - that shouldn't happen to a shop with such high prices. The food was otherwise really good for all of us, but the portions were consistently very small. Too bad.

A special place on the Outer Alster. Personally, I miss a slightly better price-performance ratio than the 5 star. Everyone may judge this differently. Overall, recommended for anyone who wants to enjoy Hamburg by the water.

Great food. Great service. Friendly staff

Very good fine Italian cuisine. The location is especially nice outside for a warm summer evening. Also very friendly crew with a good atmosphere despite being busy. The clientele ranges from normal to "we didn't make it to Sylt today".

Everything was just great Recommended to everyone

That was a very tasty 3 course menu

Excellent food, great location on the Alster

You can't eat better in Hamburg. Excellent food, very good service and a beautiful view of the Alster.

I recently had the opportunity to get to know the Portolino restaurant on the occasion of a birthday. The evening not only offered culinary highlights, but also an interesting history of this special place. The Portolino, once a modest restaurant, has developed over the years into one of Hamburg's top restaurants. Despite being part of the upper class of restaurants today, it has retained a certain nostalgia. The furnishings don't seem very modern, which might be a bit surprising at first glance. Nevertheless, the ambience exudes an old-fashioned charm, which offers a welcome change from the often sterile modernity of many other top restaurants. The menu at Portolino is exquisite. Every dish we tried was a treat - carefully prepared and creatively presented. Particularly noteworthy are the fresh ingredients and the artful preparation, which make each dish a small work of art. The history of the Portolino contributes significantly to its appeal. Originally founded as a small family business, it has built an excellent reputation over the years without forgetting its roots. This combination of tradition and first-class cuisine makes Portolino a unique experience. Overall, I can highly recommend the Portolino. It may not seem very modern at first glance, but this aspect in particular contributes to its special atmosphere. A visit to Portolino is more than just a meal - it is a journey into the history and culture of upscale Hamburg gastronomy.

Accessible by wheelchair. Directly on the Alster. Food was good 👍 No barrier-free toilet.

Here you can enjoy fantastic Mediterranean cuisine in a beautiful ambience with the best service. The 5 stars in all categories are more than deserved. Highly recommended!

Restaurant in a great location on the banks of the Alster with a great view of the Outer Alster. Prices in the upper segment, good menu, portions sometimes clear (except for plaice). Pleasant service.

Nice location, good food, but not top cuisine. Quite expensive, more for business meals than private ones. We ordered turbot with chanterelles (€44 per person) Turbot came 2 pax for € 109!!! but with vegetables and no chanterelles. When we asked, we were told: we had ordered “turbot for 2” and that’s what we got!! Ergo, a communication problem that would not have happened with native speakers. Repetition factor: <50%

We spent a very nice evening here. Great ambience right on the banks of the Alster. The restaurant was very well attended. Nevertheless, the service worked great all evening. The food was perfect all around. We had a starter variation with Italian classics. Main course also very good and to the point. (Veal steak in my case). The dessert variation was a hit and had everything you would expect from an Italian. Very large wine selection. The prices are a little higher, but definitely okay for a special occasion. The quality of the food, the location and the service also justify this. Recommended for a lovely culinary summer evening in Hamburg.

This evening we had dinner or feasting there with seven people. Everything was very tasty and the service was friendly and very attentive. Everything was great!

Beautiful location on the Alster, cozy furnishings/settings, feeling: “classic, upscale Italian”. Food good, but clearly not very good. Staff a bit loud (long complaint about the disadvantages of digital payment).

The welcome and the food were top notch! I can really recommend the restaurant to everyone and the handling of small children was 101%. I would definitely like to come back!

Completely ignored after it was clear that we didn't want to eat anything but just something to drink. After the first order we weren't even asked if we wanted anything else

Classic, fine Italian cuisine in a fantastic location. The restaurant is on a houseboat on the Alster and has a spectacular view of the city. The food is rather traditional but very well done. The portions are quite small, but overall the price-performance ratio is right. The wine list is good and the service is very attentive and friendly. I would come back just because of the location.

Absolutely fantastic location on the Outer Alster Friendly staff and good food

5 ice cubes filled with max. 100ml Spezi, the waiter said it was 200ml. ... But ONLY €4

Real hamburgers love 🫶🏼 this restaurant! “Dolce Vita” in Hamburg. The team, the food and the ambience — perfect for me! Be sure to reserve on the weekend.

The atmosphere was excellent, and the food was great. However, the service was not socially inclusive. On two occasions, the service person asked my partner, "How was the food? Did you like it?" and later, "How was the drink? Did you like it?" while completely ignoring my presence (also zero eye contact), an adult woman, with different dishes and drinks from my partner. I don’t need to feel important, but I think inclusion in any set-up is important. When I later politely mentioned that I had a different dish and my feedback could be valuable, the service person's response was that they knew the "doctor" (ref. my partner) from before and thought it best to speak to him. Thankfully, my partner, being an inclusive person, asked for my opinion on my food and drink in front of the service person on these two occasions but no hints were picked from this. I share this from a rational perspective: if you ask for feedback, it should be free from bias.

We visited the Portolino with a group of five people and were thoroughly impressed. The atmosphere in the restaurant is inviting and the team is incredibly warm. From the starter to the dessert - every dish was a hit, full of flavor and creatively prepared. The service? Simply great, attentive and personal. A real insider tip for anyone who wants to experience something special in Hamburg. We'll definitely be back.

I really liked it there, we could sit outside with a view of the Alster. The service was attentive but not intrusive and it wasn't crowded on Mother's Day.

In one word, the food was amazing. The latap menu is very extensive and cheap. The location is great..the waiters were very friendly.

We were there with 24 people on Friday, April 27th, 2024. The occasion was a semester meeting (1976) A superlative rating would be an understatement. We have rarely if ever experienced such an event. Starter, main course and then the hit: a rich selection of desserts! The service: TOP We would like to thank our 2 colleagues for this restaurant selection.

Great atmosphere with a great view of Lake Aster but the absolute worst service I’ve ever had in Hamburg.

Top food, very friendly service, great location

Absolutely great!!! Serious and competent service, appetizer great for all four of us…. And the main course was excellent 🥇Thank you Daniel….

Great food, ambience and service 👍 Thanks to Kenny and chef Hugo Bruna for a delicious meal!

Good Italian with really nice staff

Very good food, atmosphere and perfect view. Food was cooked excellent.

Nice food, beautifully served, portions also proper size Kids loved it 😊

Spectacular ! We will return for sure 😍

We were here with a larger group (>40 people). The food was tasty, but the portions were small. The view is great, the staff was always attentive and discreetly in the background while we chatted. I can recommend the restaurant.

Very pleasant atmosphere, friendly service and very tasty food

Were here for the first time Very attentive friendly staff Fresh delicious food Great ambience Keep it up, we'll be happy to come back

A great restaurant Very tasty dishes The staff was super friendly and helpful and competent Will recommend it

Great food, great service, great ambience and great wine list! You saved our evening and really spoiled us. Next visit to Hamburg, you will be a MUST.

Have used it several times over the years. Nice place, good to sit outside in the summer

With a direct view of the Alster, a nice restaurant with good Italian food. Nice atmosphere.

I was there as part of a private event… the food was delicious. The meat really on point. But the team is even better... they really enjoy their work and have a lot of attention to detail!

Excellent food at reasonable prices is served by extremely attentive and friendly staff in a sophisticated atmosphere and with a wonderful view.

We have been there many times and have never been disappointed. The food and wine are really, really good.

From the reservation to the quality of the food to the billing, everything was perfect. The seafood risotto was excellently composed and presented. The crème brûlée and the espresso crowned the end of this successful evening.

Great food, fast service, friendly service, I'll come back when I'm in Hamburg.

A beautiful restaurant right on the Alster with great food, delicious wine and great service. No matter whether it's meat, fish or pasta, every dish I've tried so far has convinced me 100 percent.

We arrived with our partners for a business dinner at the Portolino restaurant - and arrived on time, about 10 minutes before the restaurant officially opened. Here we were able to meet the absolutely friendly hosts for the first time, as it was no problem just entering. What followed wasn't surprising because of a tip. Super competent and absolutely friendly service, rounded off by more than delicious dishes - from fish to lamb to desserts - everything is recommended and must be tried. We would like to thank you for the great hospitality and the unforgettable evening!

Great location with delicious food and very friendly service!

Very friendly hosts, starter, main course and dessert were simply delicious. Very nice combinations, it is worth not just one visit but several. Thank you very much and see you soon!

Great food, casual atmosphere, great location, friendly staff

Wonderful ambience, great food, perfect service, what more could you want? Clear recommendation 👍

I can only say positive things about my visit to Portolino! I chose the restaurant for a business lunch in October. There were 17 of us in total and everything worked great. The service and food were really fantastic! ☺️

This is our favorite place . Good Food , very friendly service and great view on The Aussenalster. Great for birthday celebrations and marriage ceremonies 👍👍🙏🙏💃💃kiran Bhojani

Phantastische Lage auf einem Steg auf der Alster, sehr nettes Personal, leckeres Essen und faire Preise… besser geht es nicht

Hier wird Gastfreundschaft gelebt. Von der Begrüßung bis zur Verabschiedung. Ein zauberhaftes kulinarisches Erlebnis mit romantischem Blick auf die Alster! Wir kommen wieder!

Wir gehen öfter in diesen wirklich sehr guten Restaurant essen. Die Speisen sind exquisit, die Getränke / Weinauswahl ist ebenfalls sehr empfehlenswert. Das Personal ist immer sehr freundlich und erfüllt seinen Gästen jeden erdenklichen Wunsch. Wir können dieses Restaurant sehr empfehlen.

Ich bin immer wieder sehr zufrieden mit dem Essen, den tollen Service die freundlichen Kellner und Kellnerinnen und auch das tolle Ambiente, unsere Alster. Einfach ein wunderschöner Ort.

Einzigartig….mehr Worte braucht es nicht, wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder. Macht weiter so, lieber Team vom Portolino.

Sehr zu empfehlen. Mit bestem Blick auf die Alster.

Súper servicio y Eventos y Esther súper Bella y Simpática 🥰👌🏾🌹😘

Das beste Team & Service der Stadt & das Essen ist Top! Die Location ist an der Alster unschlagbar. Immer eine große Freude bei Euch zu sein!!

Schönes Restaurant, gutes Essen, guter Service. Tolle Aussenterasse auf der Alster

Lovely spot on the river. Good food. Great service

Waren als Gruppe hier. War sehr schön

Die Lage und die Preise waren hochwertig, unsere Ravioli leider nicht so sehr. Dafür hatte man das Gefühl, als Gast eher störend zu sein. Das Essen hat Ewigkeiten gedauert und dann wurde eins von zwei glatt vergessen. Guter Service sieht für mich anders aus, insbesondere bei den hohen Preisen.

Beef in the pasta dish was tough as, and tasted like liver. Sauce was quite lumpy. Carpaccio was a little boring, needed a kick like original recipes with capers. The waitress took the bread basket and dip while we were still eating.

Tam bir İtalyan ziyafeti. Makarnalar balıklar etler çok lezzetli yapılıyor. Garsonlar çok ilgili ve kibar. Konum olarak muhteşem.

Schönes Restaurant an der Außenalster, besonders im Sommer ein sehr schönes Ambiente. Das Essen hat eine gute Qualität, die jedoch auch preisintensiver ist.

Wir haben hier ein sehr gutes Abendessen genossen zu unserem Jahrestag 5. Die Speisen und Getränke waren exquisit. Man blickt von drinnen auf die Alster während man es sich gut gehen lässt. Es besteht auch die Möglichkeit draussen zu sitzen. Empfohlen für einen besonderen Moment um diesen zu feiern.

Direkt an der Binnenalster liegt dieses urige Restaurant mit Panorama -Blick durch die breite Fensterfront. Bei gutem Wetter kann man auch auf der Bootssteg ähnlichen breiten Terrasse sitzen direkt am Wasser. Das Essen exquisit und hochpreisig, das Personal freundlich - jovial, in unserem Fall nicht ganz professionell, weil nicht allen gleichzeitig serviert wurde. Insgesamt eine wirklich gute Adresse, die man sich merken sollte. Wir kommen wieder! ,

Nous sommes partis par hasard à ce restaurant proche de notre hôtel. Très bonne surprise. Vue magnifique sur le lac. Cuisine de bonne qualité. Service attentionné sans excès

Ambiente, Essen und Service Top. Sehr zu empfehlen. Hat uns sehr gut gefallen.