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Portico Restaurant and Bar

15 Richmond Street East, Toronto, Ontario M5C 1N2, Canada (Downtown Toronto)
(416) 368-1990
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Crab and avocado, roasted red pepper, garlic shrimp, seedlings, ginger carrot vinaigrette
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Ranked #93 of 4,169 restaurants in Toronto
4.5 of 5 stars 124 Reviews
Price range: RM91 - RM154
Cuisines: Continental, Contemporary, International, Canadian
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Good for: Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Neighbourhood: Downtown Toronto
Cross street: Victoria Street
Description: Step into a world of luxurious decor, gourmet cuisine, and welcoming service at Portico -- a tantalizing downtown Toronto restaurant. Lose yourself in a brilliant atmosphere of wood finishings, bronze mirrors, and plush furniture. Join us on a global culinary journey -- an enticing and intriguing fusion menu showcasing elements of Italian fare. All our offerings are freshly prepared daily, reflecting the season's bounty. Whether you seek a power lunch, or a superb dining experience, this great downtown Toronto restaurant will delight and inspire you.
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Sudbury Ontario
Senior Contributor
24 reviews 24 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Lovely!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Another perfect touch to bring Cambridge Suite up a few notches. Breakfast was a pleasant surprise, they even remembered my green tea.

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Brisbane, Australia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Friendly service and great food.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Both dinner and breakfast here have been lovely. We have really enjoyed stopping in for a drink after a busy day.

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Toronto, Ontario
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18 reviews 18 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
“A relaxing place”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

It is so difficult to find a restaurant in Toronto that has very good food and is a pleasant, quiet place where you can have a chat with friends without having to scream above the noise around you. Portico Restaurant is such a place. It is located in the Cambridge Suites Hotel at Richmond and Victoria downtown. The prices are... More

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Thunder Bay, Canada
Top Contributor
57 reviews 57 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“The Good, the Bad and the Expensive”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2013

This was my first experience at this restaurant located in the Cambridge Suites Hotel. I had enjoyed room service the previous nice - the sirloin burger and soup was excellent. Second night I went into the restaurant. Spring Roll appetizer was very flavourful and good value. Lamb chops - well, not so much. The meat portion of each chop was... More

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PORTICOmngr, Manager at Portico Restaurant and Bar, responded to this review
25 February 2013

Dear Late-Day-Traveller, Thank you for your review we appreciate your feedback and our Chef will definitely look into your comments in regards to the lamb chops and the mashed potatoes. Our team in Portico always look forward to our guest comments and strive to improve & impress, so thank you once again! If I can be of any assistance please... More

Garden City, New York
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41 reviews 41 reviews
27 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“Just OK- but convenient!”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2013

We decided to eat at Portico Restaurant as it was in our hotel and very convenient. We walked into the restaurant and there were two woman hanging out at the bar that just looked at us. We stood there for about 1 minute before they realized we were there for dinner. One of the woman finally walked over and asked... More

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PORTICOmngr, Manager at Portico Restaurant and Bar, responded to this review
8 February 2013

Dear Vbkate725, Thank you for taking the time to write about your dining experience in Portico! Our team here is always looking to improve and ensure that all our guests expectations are met. We appreciate any feedback or suggestions. If you are in town again, please come by and ask for me -I will ensure that your experience here with... More

Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
“Great lunch”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2013

We recently stayed at Cambridge Suites and had lunch here. I ordered the Smoked Chicken Salad and my husband ordered the Pad Thai. I also had a cosmo martini. The salad was really good - nice flavours and my husband enjoyed his Pad Thai - nothing left on his plate! The martini was fine, a basic cosmo but nothing special.... More

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PORTICOmngr, Manager at Portico Restaurant and Bar, responded to this review
8 February 2013

Dear Shenaniganzz, Thank you for writing a wonderful review of our restaurant! I'm very pleased to hear that you & your husband enjoyed your meals- the pad thai and smoked chicken salad are both our specialties!! Please ask for me when you come by next time, I would love to say hello & personally meet you. Sincerely, Katerina Lagoudakis -Food... More

Dublin, Ireland
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
“Delicious duck pasta”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

I ate in this restaurant is evening. I am staying in the attached hotel. The water is delicious, it has a hint of strawberry in it. The breads are lovely, particularly the flat breads. I liked the olive butter, nice touch. My main dish was a duck pappardelle. It was something I have never seen before, duck in a creamy... More

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PORTICOmngr, Manager at Portico Restaurant and Bar, responded to this review
30 January 2013

Dear Rachie1234, Thank you for your wonderful review!! Our team here in Portico strives to exceed everyones expectations and it seems like they did it again! If you ever need anything please do not hesitate to ask. Sincerely, Katerina Lagoudakis- Food & Beverage Manager at Cambridge Suites Hotel. More

Regina
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14 reviews 14 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Really good menue”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

Really enjoyed our meals everytime, service was prompt. Everything was fresh . Nice and friendly :) Fifty characters? It was good! What else do yo naed fr'mae?

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PORTICOmngr, Manager at Portico Restaurant and Bar, responded to this review
29 January 2013

Dear Mairc, Thank you for commenting on how the food was fresh and service was prompt! Your message was perfectly short & sweet!! Thank you again and if I can ever be of service to you please do not hesitate to ask. Sincerely, Katerina Lagoudakis -Food & Beverage Manager at Cambridge Suites Hotel. More

Toronto, Canada
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16 reviews 16 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“surprising little restaurant at the hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

service is excellent and the food won't disappoint! It is in a location that is convenient - parking across the street.

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PORTICOmngr, Manager at Portico Restaurant and Bar, responded to this review
25 January 2013

Dear jmarieg, Thank you for taking the time to comment on our services and menu in Portico Restaurant!! We are delighted to hear that you found our service excellent - our team will be thrilled to see that they surprised you in a pleasant way! We look forward to seeing you again. If I can be of any assistance, please... More

Whitby, Canada
1 review
“ALWAYS WONDERFUL !!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2012

Excellent food and service....will be back for sure-again ! The seafood is cooked to perfection. Fantastic speciality drinks as well as plentyful wine list.

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