Cafe Portofino

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Here you can see our menu, and also find information about the entertainment that we have live at our restaurant during dinner. We are located within the Kauai Marriott, on the bay in Nawiliwili (LIHUE).
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Imagine a tropical Italy or a Hawaiian Riviera. That's what you'll find at this northern Italian restaurant overlooking Kalapaki Bay. Owner Giuseppe Avocadi was born and raised in Italy, when he opened his Restaurant on the Island of Kauai, "Kauai reminds me so much of the Italian Riviera", Mr. Avocadi says. " A marvel of contrast between mountains and sea surrounded by palms and fields of vibrant greens….. It's truly a paradise."
Café Portofino provides a Riviera-like atmosphere with a combination of fresco and salon dining. There are a variety of specialty pastas, fresh seafood, and veal, including Fettuccini Alfredo, veal Osso Bucco, and Bistecca di Vitellone, all enhanced by sauces with an Italian Soul. Bon Appetite loved Portofino's fresh Marinara sauce. Home made Gelato and fruit sorbets are prepared daily. There is a cappuccino and espresso bar, so you can linger over exotic coffees after dinner.

The couple visiting Café Portofino will find a sumptuous and authentic menu, and extensive wine list, and romantic dinning. The "villa" dinning and lounge rooms are replete with marble floors, candle lit tables, and a warm and knowledgeable staff. The entire dinning experience is further enhanced by the accomplished performance of the cafés own harpist and the stunning views of Kalapaki Bay from the terrace, and main dinning room. The restaurant offers a perfect setting for an intimate dinner for two, while also providing a separate dinning room for bigger parties like weddings and anniversary celebrations… ___America's 200 most romantic restaurants.