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Cafe Portofino, Lihue, HI

Cafe Portofino

4.3
4.3
2273 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
Authentic Northern Italian fare, also specializing in seafood and steaks. Cafe Portofino is a beautiful upscale restaurant overlooking the ocean located at the Royal Sonesta Resort. Please come and enjoy our award wining cuisine and breathtaking views. Official parking for the restaurant is available at the Royal Sonesta Resort.

Please note, all seating is first come, first served- no special seating requests can be honored. For parties over 6, online reservations are not accepted, please call the main number.

If you have children in your party, please leave a note on your reservation or message the restaurant so that we can better accommodate your seating. Grazie.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (808) 245-2121
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Area
    Lihue
  • Cross Street
    Rice Street
  • Parking details
    Free valet parking at Royal Sonesta.(Street Parking and Beach parking also available)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,273 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Kauai

    Hot spot

  • Kauai

    Great for fine wines

  • Kauai

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Kauai

    Romantic

  • Kauai

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Portofino offers a charming dining experience with "beautiful ocean views" and a "lovely beach location." Guests appreciate the "fantastic service" and "authentic Italian" cuisine, which includes delightful dishes like lasagna and veal marsala. Despite some billing and staffing hiccups, the "romantic atmosphere" and live music make it a favorite for special occasions.

2,273 Reviews
  1. Michael VIP

    Houston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely evening at dinner as usual! Our first choice when in Kauai! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience and service. The food was served quickly and hot and tasty.

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  3. Les

    E. Tennessee4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite restaurants on Kauai…. Out standing food and service…. Never disappoints.. highly recommended…

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  4. Shey VIP

    Austin19 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been pleased at Portofino in the past, but this visit was very mediocre. The fish special was high priced and overcooked. When we mentioned that it was overcooked, the remedy offered was “more sauce”. The shrimp cocktail sauce was like ketchup, and I never got a response when I asked about horseradish to add. The ambiance can’t be beat, and service was fine, if a little slow.

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  5. Steven

    Sacramento11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great and the food was good. The view from the patio was great.

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  6. Al

    Denver9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and the view of the harbor from the terrace was wonderful

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  7. Keith

    Los Angeles85 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I ordered the Eggplant Parmesan and it was delicious. Nathaniel was my server and was super attentive and a pleasure to meet. I ordered a side of pasta and Caesar Salad, both were delicious. I’ll definitely return.

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  8. Chrissy

    Tampa3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious and fresh seafood Fra Diavalo! Nice wine selection and yummy dessert! Views are lovely! Recommend this restaurant.

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  9. Karla VIP

    Salt Lake City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great Italian night! The cute bay that this boots in creates an enticing atmosphere. The drinks were great, the food was delicious and no one tried to rush us out. We liked it so much we booked it again for tonight.

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  10. Linda

    Sacramento36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Café Portofino does not disappoint… it’s one of our favorites. The fresh, delicious food, service and ambience coupled with gentle Kauai breezes keep us coming back. It feels like home.

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FAQs

Cafe Portofino offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 245-2121.

Cafe Portofino is rated 4.3 stars by 2273 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cafe Portofino

3481 Ho'olaule'a Way, Lihue, HI 96766

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Rice Street
  • Area
    Lihue
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Free valet parking at Royal Sonesta.(Street Parking and Beach parking also available)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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