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Portofino

12-8 Zhen Hai Road, Xiamen, China
0592-2023333
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Ranked #1 of 48 restaurants in Xiamen
4.5 of 5 stars 38 Reviews
Cuisines: International
Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
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guys mills
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

I have been to Xiamen several time over the last 8 years. First time the hotel was the Crown Plaza, we entered an Italian restaurant. called the "Portofino" after the first meal and introduction to Pippo, this is the only place I stay, Yes the Hotel has changed hands, the layout and design of the restaurant has changed, but not... More

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Budapest, Budapest, Hungary
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Many times I was in Xiamen and every time I'm eating in Portofino. This is the best restaurant there. Pippo allways kind, and make the best food for you. You can eat many different kind of food and all is tasty. The waitresses are very frinedly, the atmosphere is pleasant, you have time and spirit for eat your food and... More

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Nagykanizsa, Hungary
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

After a hard day of Chines Real Wold I have always got something which remember me to Europe. Familiar atmosphere, delicious foods, selected wines, friendly waitresses and an ITALIAN chef. Nothing more is needed for a dinner in Xiamen. Thanx Pippo! More

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Hong Kong, China
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Portofino is one of the Best Italian Restaurant in Italy. Sorry in China. I enjoy the dinner as to be at home (Italy). The food and drink menu are deep and for all the tests. I follow the Chef recommendations and was very happy for that. The dedication and the effort of all the Chef's Team is oriented to the... More

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Miami Beach, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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Excellent food and service. I've been visiting this restaurant for more than 5 years and every time I stop in Xiamen that is my favorite. Chef Pippo is always friendly and available to help customers. For sure the best italian food in Xiamen and one of the best in China. More

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Xiamen
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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Deliccious food and good service. I have been to this restaurant too many times. Even I kown all the waitresses there, Sandy, Susan, Sunny,Lisa,Maggie,Jane.......Of course, Most important is the Italian chef, Pippo, who has been in Xiamen for 11 years!!! More

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Yantai
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

For a hotel restaurant Portifino is pretty good. They have an Italian chef that keeps standards high. Had two meals here and cannot complain about quality or taste. Delicious. Service was a little slow but the overall experience was very good. More

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Beijing, China
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

The 1st time I've been to Portofino was April 2011 , the food was really good ( though I don't remember exactly what I ordered - surely had some pasta ) and ambience very cosy . So when our Italian friends ask if we'd like to go there again one week ago we said "why not ". Big mistake. 1.... More

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Xiamen, China
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

It's hard to find in China a good Italian restaurant, much easier something that looks like it. But once you enter the magic doors of Portofino you just get the perfect atmosphere and it's the place where you can actually find a real Italian dishes. But the best part comes when Chef Pippo comes out from his kitchen and that's... More

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Dallas, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

The Portofino Restaurant, located inside the Millennium Harborview Hotel is Xiamen's best Italian restaurant. Many good Italian restaurants have come and gone in Xiamen over the years, but Portofino's Chef Pippo has remained here, serving excellent food, for at least 12 years. Chef Pippo takes his guest's desires personally. He usually comes out and meets each guest and makes sure... More

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