While the weather is still nice out, I had to try out Pizzeria Portofino located on the Riverwalk! Pizzeria Portofino is a sun-drenched casual restaurant located directly on the Chicago riverfront offering hand-stretched pizzas, coastal wines, an expansive patio and breezy decor that will instantly transport you to the Italian Riviera. The environment of the restaurant makes you feel like you aren’t in Chicago, which is a nice change of pace. I would recommend sitting outside to be right on the river, but the inside is decorated nicely as well. I would also recommend making a reservation online if you want to especially sit outside. Inside and outside reservations seem to fill up quickly.
My friend and I split a Margherita pizza and crispy parmesan fries with garlic aioli. The pizza and fries were both delicious and I had no complaints. While I enjoyed my meal, this restaurant has a higher price point, so you are really paying for the ambiance and the river. I think it’s worth it for special occasions, though or even just to try it out once!
Check out their website here!