Caffe Portofino Menu
Italian RestaurantCaffe Portofino at 13615 S Dixie Hwy Ste 117 presents polished Italian dining with a distinctive South Florida influence, blending traditional recipes with subtle Caribbean and international touches. The current dinner menu ranges from fresh salads, burrata, calamari, handmade pasta, and risotto to seafood, veal, chicken, lamb, and slow-braised meats. Daily chef specials add variety, while desserts, premium coffee, and handcrafted teas round out the meal.
Standouts include Spaghetti Frutti di Mare, Pear Ravioli, Risotto Dolce Vita, Braised Short Rib, and Ossobuco di Vitello. Starters generally run about $10-$22, pastas and risottos about $20-$42, and substantial meat entrées can reach $58, reflecting an upscale experience built around fresh seafood, quality cheeses, handmade pasta, and carefully prepared proteins. An early-dinner menu offers additional value. Vegetarian-friendly choices include salads and vegetable-focused dishes, while clearly identified gluten-free selections include Fettuccine Della Nonna and several risottos. A dedicated children's menu offers familiar pasta, chicken fingers, mozzarella, and fries. Primarily a dinner destination rather than a breakfast or lunch spot, Caffe Portofino suits date nights, celebrations, family dinners, and group gatherings.
Menu Highlights
Spaghetti Frutti di Mare - Shrimp, calamari, mussels, and clams meet fresh tomato, garlic, and white wine or red sauce for a vibrant, seafood-rich pasta.
Pear Ravioli - Homemade ravioli filled with pear and ricotta balances creamy, fruity notes with an aromatic amaretto-sage reduction.
Risotto Dolce Vita - Arborio rice combines shrimp, mozzarella, spinach, tomato, and fragrant white truffle oil for a creamy gluten-free specialty.
Braised Short Rib - Slowly cooked beef delivers deep savory flavor and tender texture, paired with a choice of risotto, vegetables, or penne.
Ossobuco di Vitello - Slow-cooked veal shank with vegetables is served over fettuccine or Champagne risotto, making it one of the menu's most substantial selections.
Fried Calamari - Tender baby squid rings are fried until crisp and served with spicy Fra Diavolo sauce, creating a classic, shareable opening dish.
Top Menu Categories
Starters
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Insalata Tricolore
Baby mixed greens, oregano, balsamic vinaigrette
US$8.00 -
Soup Of The Day
US$8.00 -
Carpaccio Di Manzo
Thinly sliced filet mignon, arugula, capers, parmigiano cheese, & olive oil
US$15.00 -
Portobello Eggplant Napolitano
Grilled portobello & eggplant, buffalo mozzarella in tomato bisque sauce
US$12.00 -
Short Rib Cake
Shredded beef short rib with mashed sweet potato with a touch of tarragon sauce
US$14.00 -
Fried Calamari
Fresh tender baby squid rings fried to perfection, served with fra diablo sauce
US$12.00 -
Pasta Fagioli Vegetables Soup
US$8.00 -
Caprese Salad
Fresh buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes, basil & olive oil
US$10.00 -
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, garlic croutons, parmigiano & light anchovies dressing
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Homemade Fresh Burrata
Prosciutto & sundried tomatoes with olive oil figs balsamic glaze
US$16.00 -
Artisanal Cheese Plate
Variety of cheeses from 3 different regions of italy
US$14.00 -
Prosciutto
US$18.00 -
Crab Cake
Crabmeat, roasted peppers, onions & shrimp bisque sauce
US$14.00 -
Seared Tuna Tostone
Guava sauce topped with romaine & crispy green plantain
US$15.00
Kid's Menu
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Chicken Fingers
Served with french fries
US$9.00 -
Fried Mozzarella
US$8.00 -
French Fries
US$5.00
Desserts
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Vanilla Panacota
Served with wild blueberry sauce (gluten free)
US$9.00 -
Tiramisu
Topped with chopped heath bar in a blueberry sauce
US$9.00 -
Guava Tart
Served warm with vanilla ice cream
US$9.00 -
Chocolava
Served warm with vanilla ice cream
US$9.00 -
Mud Pie
Chocolate, fudge & espresso ice cream
US$9.00 -
Chocolate Truffle
Dark chocolate shell
US$9.00 -
New York Cheesecake
US$9.00 -
Zabaione
Served chilled with fresh strawberries (gluten free)
US$9.00
Lavazza Premium Coffee & Novus Tea Selections
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Espresso Coffee
US$4.00 -
American Coffee
US$4.00 -
Espresso Bombon
US$5.00 -
Macchiato
US$4.00 -
Cortadito
US$4.00 -
Caffe Mocha
US$6.00 -
Hot Chocolate
US$6.00 -
Cappuccino
US$6.00 -
Cafe Latte
US$6.00 -
Novus Handcrafted Tea Selections
US$5.00
Pasta & Risotto
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Linguine Alle Vongole
Fresh clams, roasted garlic, fresh basil, white wine & olive oil
US$24.00 -
Spaghetti Frutto Di Mare
Shrimp, calamari, mussels, clams, fresh tomato, roasted garlic, with white wine or red sauce
US$32.00 -
Penne Bolognese
Ground beef & marinara sauce
US$19.00 -
Pear Ravioli
Homemade ravioli, diced pears & ricotta cheese in an amaretto-sage reduction
US$25.00 -
Braised Beef Ravioli
Homemade ravioli, low fat alfredo sauce with spinach and roasted red pepper
US$28.00 -
Fettuccine Della Nonna
Gluten free pasta with porcini mushrooms, spinach, eggplant, fresh tomato & fresh mozzarella with aromatic white truffle oil (gluten free)
US$28.00 -
Whole Wheat Linguine Pizzaiola Sauce
US$16.00 -
Beef Lasagna
Homemade pasta, ground beef, topped with melted provolone & light pink sauce
US$19.00 -
Capellini Castegliano
Angel hair pasta, sautéed shrimp with pink sauce
US$26.00 -
Kale Chicken Ravioli
Homemade ravioli with chicken chunks and kale in a pomodoro sauce (gluten free)
US$25.00 -
Risotto Dolce Vita
Shrimp, fresh mozzarella, spinach, fresh tomato & arborio rice with aromatic white truffle oil (gluten free)
US$29.00
Poultry & Meat
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Rack Of Lamb
Served with mashed sweet potato and vegetables seasoned with fine herbs in mint jelly demi-glaze sauce
US$38.00 -
Braised Short Rib
Slowly cooked beef short rib with
$ -
Ossobuco Di Vitello
Slowly cooked veal shank with vegetables served over fettuccine or risotto champagne
US$38.00 -
Fish Of The Day
$
Others
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Early Dinner Special
Available until 6:30 pm
$
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