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Portofino Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

182 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch

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Cuisine Italian
Hours Wed-Fri 11:30am-11:30pm; Sat-Tues 4:30-11:30pm
Location Inner City
Reservations Reservations recommended for dinner
Phone 03/377-2454
Web site www.portofino.co.nz
Prices Main courses NZ$20-NZ$45
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V
Closed Closed Dec 24-Jan 3

Portofino Review

I personally celebrated when Auckland's Portofino made an appearance in Christchurch. The chain has a long history of polished restaurant service and excellent, well-priced fare. In Christchurch, it has established a sexy little restaurant -- all mood and mirrors -- with a bountiful wine display, cute Italian waiters, and all the edible favorites from calzone and linguine through scampi, veal, scallops, prawns, and pastas.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.



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