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Historic Madison restaurant featuring traditional Italian dishes and pizza.

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Established in 1968, Porta Bella is known for its fresh pasta, homemade Italian dinners, pizza, steaks and seafood. Recipes that came from Madison’s Greenbush are still offered today in addition to new regional Italian dishes found during our travels to Madison’s sister city, Mantova, Italy.
Cozy, upholstered booths were placed into small rooms to create a casual romantic atmosphere. Many first dates, anniversaries and engagements have occurred in our three distinctive dining rooms. Porta Bella has been voted “Most romantic and Best Italian restaurant” by the Madison area population for 15 years in a row.
Looking for a casual place for drinks or dinner? Travel down the front steps to visit our wine cellar, where 30 wines by the glass, Porta’s signature martinis and 14 draft beers await you. Many of the Italian wines were selected by our owner during his recent Italian visit with our wine makers. Enjoy your favorite drink along with our full dinner menu. What is more romantic than a wedding rehearsal or reception? Porta Bella has banquet facilities for parties of 20 to 75 guests.
Having a party at your home or office? Porta Bella now offers catering.
Please visit our website, portabellarestaurant.biz, for banquet and catering information.

Address: 425 N Frances Street, Madison, WI 53715, USA
Phone: (608) 256-3186
moc.tserallebatrop@allebatrop
State: Wisconsin
Zip Code: 53715


Opening Hours

Monday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Sunday: 4:00 – 10:30 PM

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Reviews
Had company holiday party here. GREAT food. The staff were friendly and quick. The facilities were nice and clean. They could have used a blended in the inside bar but drinks were free so I can't complain.
8 years ago (18-12-2017)
Delicious food, attentive service, and loved the ambiance! Had calamari, braised short rib ravioli, and almond cake, all of which were exquisite. The décor made it feel like a cozy old world restaurant, which is often hard to find in Madison! All-around excellent experience.
8 years ago (24-01-2018)
Beautiful patio and cellar areas. The food on the other hand tasted terrible. I ordered a pasta salad that was utterly drenched in an unpleasant dressing. I rarely waste food but I simply couldn't continue eating this dish. Still hungry, I turned to the complimentary bread but couldn't finish a single piece. How do you mess up bread? It tasted soapy and bitter. At the end of my meal I was surprised when they added an automatic 20% gratuity. I paid for a party of 1. Is that even legal?
8 years ago (28-10-2017)
A very affordable and nice restaurant. This is the perfect spot to take your date, while also not breaking the bank entirely.
8 years ago (28-12-2017)
Quiet oldschool style restaurant that is romantic and cozy. The food is average but our was attentive and fast. Expect to have leftovers. :) During the summer they have a quaint outdoor patio that is fun for drinks and conversation. Downstairs is full of wine and libations. The con of this restaurant is the parking and the location is not always the easiest to get to.
8 years ago (09-09-2017)
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