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Portofino Ystrad Mynach, Ystrad Mynach, Wales

Portofino Ystrad Mynach

4.7
4.7
70 Reviews
£26 to £40
Italian
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Here at Portofino's, we are a small, family run Italian restaurant. When dining with us, you will receive freshly made Italian cuisine, with all of our ingredients being imported from Italy. We have an extensive cocktail list, imported wine and authentic Italian beer.

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This restaurant is temporarily offline. Please contact the restaurant directly or check back shortly for availability.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    01443 548558
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual

What 70 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Wales

    Best Overall

  • South Wales

    Best Food

  • South Wales

    Best Ambience

  • South Wales

    Best Value

  • South Wales

    Child-friendly

  • South Wales

    Great for fine wines

  • South Wales

    Romantic

  • South Wales

    Good for special occasions

70 Reviews
  1. LornaP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely service and atmosphere. Very friendly and relaxed. Food was amazing too

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  2. HelenaC

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Two lovely visits to Portofino this week - firstly with my family for Mum's birthday, and again with my best friends. Delightful food, friendly and attentive service and a really good buzz in the restaurant. Unfortunately, the 2nd visit was a little marred by an incredibly rude woman who complained *loudly* about ev...er...y...thing! The staff were polite and professional despite the tirade directed their way - so much so that the entire restaurant cheered and applauded once the couple left. The lady then proceeded to walk along the outside of the restaurant and slam every window shut - much to our amusement. The whole place cheered up and good spirits then resumed and everyone commended the staff for their handling of the couple. My best friends have just moved into the area so Portofino will definitely become our new meet up spot :) By the way - best arancini I've tasted! H

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  3. JaneR

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Why can't other restaurants just do it right like Portofino

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  4. AdamB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and a very relaxed environment. Will be returning l.

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  5. ShaneBrooks

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a place that is head and shoulders above other restaurants. Food stunning 😍 Staff can't do enough for you and the personal touch they provide is amazing.. Can't wait for my next visit.. I WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND

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  6. jeffev

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 August 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience5
    After being shown to the table we waited 20mins for someone to take a drinks order, when food came it was lovely had starter and main, then asked if we wanted dessert they brought the menu and we waited for them to come and take our dessert order but after 25 mins decided to go up to the bar settle our bill and leave

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 August 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Lovely meal here today to celebrate our anniversary. Service was good and food very tasty unable to finish due to portions being large. Nice selection on the menu and specials, will definitely return and recommend.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    South Wales

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 19 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good value , lovely food and a warm welcome What more can you ask for ?!

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  9. Christian

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and great service. Will definitely be going again.

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  10. RuthC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Booked last minute and so glad we chose Portofino , the food was outstanding- had garlic mushrooms and bread and oils to start and then the chicken special with mushroom sauce and Linguine marina both so good . We had a few drinks each too . Would highly recommend.

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  11. DonnaW

    Warwickshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second visit and we took good friends with us who were very impressed. Almost everything was perfect. I was however devastated that there was no Tirimisu. I survived however by choosing Profiteroles. 😆 The waitress was lovely too.

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  12. ClareE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely decor, gorgeous food, pleasant low level Italian themed music, very attentive staff. I had informed the staff of my Dad's birthday and they served his dessert on a birthday board with a lovely limoncello which was a nice surprise for him, thank you 😊 we will return for more delicious food.

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  13. JulietP

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, attentive staff and lovely atmosphere. We were a party if 6 celebrating a birthday. The menu had plenty of choice and the staff were happy to explain and make changes.

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  14. LindaM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 July 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Have eaten here before and it’s very nice and lovely to have on our doorstep. Service could be a bit quicker, but doesn’t spoil the experience. Our only disappointment on this occasion was the bruschetta starter was very small. We have shared in the past but only one small slice this time. We will return as no other issues. The waitresses were lovely and helpful and the seafood marinara was delicious.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, brilliant service and lush venue. Can’t wait to return.

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  16. Anonymous

    South Wales

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 July 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience2
    Everything was ok food very basic nothing special and very over priced. Not for me I won’t be returning

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  17. JuliaH

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, excellent service 10/10😍 lovely local restaurant.

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  18. SarahW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. Would highly recommend and will definitely bring back soon

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  19. StaceyM

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible food, fairly priced and really good service. Highly recommend!!

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  20. RachelH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, friendly staff. Highly recommend 😊

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  21. michael

    London

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 4 July 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Slow service, but staff very happy & efficient when you get served.

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  22. DebraJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 July 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Can't fault this amazing restaurant. From moment we entered to moment we left the service was outstanding and food totally delicious. Not a morsel left on our 12 plates!

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  23. JaneR

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent food and service with a good ambience and music choice to enhance the Italian experience. The restaurant is easy to find but parking is on the street, free after 6pm or in the carpark adjacent to Lidl. Good value for money and choice of dishes. Would recommend for dinner and look forward to going there again.

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  24. Nonh

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 June 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience4
    Dined here on Saturday 24th June and had a thoroughly enjoyable evening. The food was excellent and the staff were extremely pleasant and welcoming. The only downside was service was very slow, the restaurant was busy and could have done with at least 1 if not 2 more people serving

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  25. Girlcymru

    South Wales

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 June 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Food was good, although overpriced. Service pleasant. Background music destroyed any ambience, totally unsuitable and unnecessary.

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  26. BethanM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely food and service. Childs portions were quite small.

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  27. MelC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 June 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Lovely meal, great value and first class service however it asked on the booking form if this was a special occasion and it was a 20yr wedding anniversary which I informed them of however we had no acknowledgment of this not even a free shot, bit disappointed.

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  28. Nichola

    Berkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Literally the best lasagne ever!! Great to have such a lovely restaurant in the village.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sensational food sensational service, I love this place

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  30. Ryan

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 June 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Brilliant food, lovely little restaurant will definitely be returning!

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  31. MatthewC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious, service was quick and price was reasonable

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  32. SamanthaR

    South Wales

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 9 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic as always! Never ever disappoints! The best Italian food every time. And a delicious variety of wines 🍷 ♥️🇮🇹

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  33. BeckyV

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful restaurant, gorgeous food and friendly staff. Highly recommend

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  34. MichaelJ

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 June 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Food o,k but a little "Style over substance^. Menu shortened since last visit, so not so much choice.

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  35. AnnaR

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fab food and service again definitely recommed

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  36. lynb

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 June 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect we couldn’t fault a thing. They accommodated a pram and our 8 week old grandson slept the whole time . Food was excellent, servers were friendly it was a lovely evening

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  37. Wonderwomanstrikesagain

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good experience. Food so tasty. I has calamari.. Risotto... Tiramasso... Every mouthful was a taste sensation. Lovely staff. Did think... although very good.. cocktails were a bit pricey. Will definately recommend this restaurant and will be returning ASAP.

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  38. Clare

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 May 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience1
    Food was good, but, small portions for the price, very noisy atmosphere, staff were attentive

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  39. SRMM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely food, good vegan options. Nicest vegan pizza I have had.

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  40. DeniseR

    South Wales

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 May 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Liked it going back for my birthday next week 😊 a very pleasant evening

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Portofino Ystrad Mynach is rated 4.7 stars by 70 OpenTable diners.

Not bookable

This restaurant is temporarily offline. Please contact the restaurant directly or check back shortly for availability.

Google Map for Portofino Ystrad Mynach

Portofino Ystrad Mynach, 24 Unit C, 24 Penallta Road,, Ystrad Mynach, Wales CF82 7AN

Additional information

  • Area
    Ystrad Mynach
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Wine
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