We had been to Portofino with 10 guys during a bachelor trip to Alkmaar…read more We all had different pizzas which were, as far as i can say, all very delicious.. atmosphere was ok, not great but definitely more than ok! Prices (pizzas were big portions) and service was good.. On the whole, i can definitely recommend this restaurant, doesnt matter for what purpose you're planning to go there.

Portofino's isn't terrible it is just not the best restaurant in town. It does have great portion…read moresize and as with most Italian restaurants it is perfect for large groups but the service was a bit less than the typical super friendly North-Holland I have come to know although they were responsive...just no smiles...well on with the show. My first visit was in a large group and as I mentioned the restaurant does a good job in this arena. We shared a few carafes of the house red (light-medium body and minimal flavor but good selection for our group) and then ordered some soups to start. Strike one out of my favorite the pomodoro...sniffle..but the minestrone was good if a bit on salty side. Main course was a slice of good pretty traditional lasagna..the Italian bread was good :) but I have come to expect good bread everywhere in Alkmaar. Desert for me was a glass of port which was nice and fruity (seemed to be a ruby as when I asked if they had a Tawny i received a quizzical look). Service during this visit was a bit friendlier than my second.. Second was just myself and a colleague grabbing a dinner and discussing business. Perhaps we gave off a do not disturb vibe but we had three different waiters and once again out of my pomodoro soup..sigh..i went with the Tris (spaghetti, ravioli and rigatoni) and it was filling and..meh..ok. Colleague went with a creme/tomato sauce on linguine with mushrooms and salmon..also reported no major issues. Bread and port continue too book end dinner nicely..although now that i think of it no refill on bread..huh..odd. Price point is great but quality in area is better (De Buren is next door and Salem and Irodion is around corner..)

This is an excellent place to pick up something to take home or just sit and have a light meal and…read morelisten to the locals talk. The staff is friendly and you seat yourself. They have a great variety of cold and hot meals. The prices are great. the portions are large and it's just a really nice relaxed atmosphere. The tables are all custom-made at a woodworking shop nearby with poured acrylic over ocean and beach scenery.

The food is generally good. The nasty look we get every time we go in without a reservation is…read moreirritating. Not like we walk in during the dinner rush with 10 people. Three of us walk in around 4-5pm.

Beautiful endless water views and pretty decor. Food was…read moremediocre. Cesar salad had puddle of oil underneath already drenched Cesar dressing. Deli chicken meat and tasted like day old boiled eggs. Way too much going on here. My husband's steak was tough and chewy no flavor. Others ordered mixed grill and did it was all dry. Fried flounder has so many bones. In my opinion I just wouldn't serve it. Would not recommend sorry.