Nibbles: Portofino Authentic Italian Restaurant
Thursday July 22, 2010
Portofino Authentic Italian Restaurant
845 Lake Shore Drive
(254) 753-8900
Hours: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sunday - Thursday; 11 a.m. - 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday.
Price: (see guide below): $ - $$
Website: portofinowaco.com
Takeout available? Yes
Smoking? No
Alcohol? BYOB
Good to know: Wi-fi available
Most popular dish: Lobster Ravioli with shrimp
Staff pick: Chicken Alfredo
Healthy options? Grilled Talapia with sauteed vegetables.
Restaurant’s origins: Nick Colaku previously owned Italian Garden in China Spring. Colaku and his nephews opened this restaurant in Riverbend Center, in the location where Mr. Gatti’s used to be.
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