Portobello opinions please

[kathyg]

Haven't seen much written about this restaurant. For those of you who have tried it, please share your opinions.

Thanks.

 

[amw5g]

We always make a point to eat here. The pizzas are a memorable dish. Here's our review from this past August on our honeymoon. I'm A, she's H:

Portobello Yacht Club for Dinner (DTD)
H/A Funghi Arrostiti con Polenta - wood-roasted Portobello mushroom sliced thin with warm creamy soft polenta and Gorgonzola cheese (split)
H/A Quattro Formaggio - White pizza with sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, provolone, parmigiano and fontina cheeses – I think there was actually some gorgonzola on it this time (split)
H/A Panna water & vino di frutti
H- crème brulee
A- cappuccino gelato
H/A complimentary glass of champagne

As always, this was a great meal that was relatively inexpensive. The Funghi has changed since our last visit, with more of an emphasis on the Gorgonzola cheese and a more poultry-esque sauce. Still good. The pizza seemed to have Gorgonzola in it as well, with visible blue veins. This was a tad too much bleu cheese after the appetizer, but still quite tasty. Heather’s crème brulee was a recent addition to the dessert menu and is by far her fave at this restaurant. The cappuccino gelato has only just been brought back and tho I’ve heard it’s changed, couldn’t say a bad thing about it. It did, however, turn my lips tongue and teeth dark brown. The sign of a great dessert! The complimentary champagne was a very thoughtful touch.


$62.13

-Andrew

 

[Ralph&Pam]

Excellent food and service. One of our favorite restaurants at WDW. We too enjoyed the Funghi Arrostiti con Polenta appetizer. Last visit, DW had the Filetto di Manzo in Salsa di Tartufo (filet of beef) and I had the Angello alla Griglia (New Zealand rack of lamb). Both were excellent. There is a dessert of white chocolate custard that is also a special treat. Definitely worth a trip.

Ralph

 

[jwfla422]

Another thumbs up for Portabello's.

This would be my first choice to eat at in DTD and the PI area. Eaten here a few times over the years and has always been good (food and service).

 

[Uncleromulus]

Excellent food and service--our favorite DD spot. WE always get a wood fired pizza appetizer, and one of the fish dinner entrees.
If you go, ask for John Combs as your server. Been at PYC a long time and even has his own website about the restaurant!!

 

[Cathy K.]

Kathy,

This is my favorite restaurant at WDW! I could just sit there and live on the warm bread with roasted garlic that they start you with.

This is the only PS that I haven't made yet for our April trip because I have to wait for the 30 day mark. If you want to make a PS you need to call the restaurant directly at 407-934-8888.

Cathy K.

 

[gina2000]

I must be the only person in the world who ever had a bad meal at Portobello. The night we were there (October, offseason, midweek), the tables weren't bussed, the pasta was soft and the waiters snarly. We haven't been back as a result.

I guess we should try it again. Every restaurant has its off night......

 

[lulugirl]

We love the Portobello, and we always make a point of eating there! Before your meal they serve you roasted garlic that you smear on warm, fresh bread- delicious!
Enjoy!

 

[MrBelding]

Loved it! Great food & Good Service. Inside dinning room is a little loud but atmosphere is great. Order Bistecca alla Griglia - ribeye steak with parmigiano cheese crust, you can't go wrong!

 

[kathyg]

Your replies were great! It seems like most who have been have really enjoyed the experience. I will put Portobello on our list.