Out in Roswell where the stories lean extraterrestrial and expectations can get a little... out…read morethere you find yourself at Portofino Italian Restaurant, chasing something far more grounded: a proper Italian meal. And this place delivers with a quiet kind of confidence. The pizza? A well-balanced composition crust with just the right snap, sauce that doesn't overreach, and toppings that know their role. The pasta leans into comfort, rich without being overbearing, the kind of dish that doesn't need reinvention to win you over. It's familiar but executed with care. Inside, the space is clean, composed, and inviting. Nothing flashy, nothing forced just a setting that lets the food do the talking. Service follows that same rhythm: attentive, smooth, and effortless. In a town known for the unusual, this is a reminder that sometimes the best experiences are the ones that don't try too hard. A solid pick. A refined pause. And when you're in Roswell, that's more than enough.

I wanted so badly to love Portofino Italian Restaurant in Roswell, NM, but it fell short for me for…read morefour main reasons. My oldest daughter and I were quickly seated on April 16, 2026, for lunch before her doctor's appointment. 1) the wait staff was short-handed and did NOT work efficiently. They took a long while to get requested items to us. 2) the food lacked flavor particularly with my eggplant parmigiana ($9.95 on lunch specials!). 3) the tea was exceedingly cloudy and did not taste good. 4) we were there for nearly an hour before our check was brought and did not get to try dessert! But this was an affordable restaurant that serves beer and wine. They offered excellent table bread - my daughter wouldn't stop pigging out on it. Lol. The lunch specials were a good deal. I liked their pasta e fagioli soup. Not my favorite since the pasta was so incredibly mushy, but still good. There are other places I want to dine at before trying this place out again, but I will return someday.

Food was very good. Service was on point and the ambiance hmmmm could be better…read more We came for the first time because we were visiting. If we go back we will visit again.

Small, quaint atmosphere followed with authentic Italian cuisine…read more The waitress was so helpful in helping me decide between several dishes.

I always enjoy Pasta Cafe. It's just a few blocks away for me - so I enjoy the pleasant stroll. The…read morebar staff and managers are so friendly. When I sit at the bar I can always find some friendly conversation. I enjoy the manicotti the best. But also pizza and most dishes. Drinks are great, beer is cold and now they have Guinness on tap! Friendly people and staff is at the top of my list!

Two Foodies from Houston on a Roswell, New Mexico winter break road trip…read more On our first night, we decided to explore Italian food so we picked Pasta Cafe located near our hotel. The outside and inside are well maintained and have an Italian style. Ideal place for date night. Wait staff and hostess were both professional and friendly. Our waitress had an amazing personality and helped us pick two dishes. Bread basket was brought to the table. As a bread lover, I was not too happy with the quality and baking style of the bread. We ordered Lobster Ravioli and Chicken Piccata. While the dishes were not seasoned to what I am accustomed to, they did the trick for two hungry tourists. As always, I encourage you to try it for yourself when you find yourself in Roswell, NM.

Yellow Brix was great! The outdoor seating is lovely, they do a nice job with the patio. Even with…read morethe location by a main road, it feels like someone's back yard, really pleasant. And the live music was a nice touch for a Friday night. Service was also excellent, so friendly and on top of their game. I had the shrimp pomodoro dish and really enjoyed it. The shrimp were seasoned so well, and the pasta was al dente. There was also a nice, mild kick from the black pepper, and the fresh parmesan melted into the dish to create cheesy goodness. Maybe a touch heavy on the oil but it was still an excellent meal overall.

The ambience is very fancy. We arrived around 7 pm on a Sunday, and since the weather was nice, we…read moresat on the patio. We were a group of six. I ordered the veggie primavera pasta with red sauce. The vegetables were good, but there was too much tomato, so I could not finish the whole dish. The artichoke dip for the table was not very good. The service was friendly and attentive. The tiramisu was too sweet for my taste, but the portion size was generous.

Great oval pizzas. Fast service for the traveling types, with friendly servers. Good outdoor…read moreseating with plenty inside as well. Also a life size Fabio, so there's that.

Such a great find! Everything was so good. We got the turkey my way and that jalapeño pesto was…read moreso unique and so delicious with great jalapeño flavor but no real heat. We split the sandwich. Everything was very good but it is a little on the pricey side. We spent $30 for one sandwich, two chips, two drinks and a piece of tiramisu. Considering the sandwich itself was $12 that was a pretty expensive bag of chips. But everything was delicious!

Stopped on our way to Texas. Awesome food and very friendly staff. They welcomed our dogs on the…read morepatio and brought biscuits and a water bowl. Patio was very pleasant. Will stop next time through

My daughter and I had a pleasant outdoor dining experience for lunch at Pecos Flavors Winery +…read moreBistro back on April 8, 2026. If you do not like honeybees, do not sit outside. They don't bother me at all, but we also had to shoo away them and especially flies which are sure annoying. I opted for a whole #9 turkey with black olives ($13). I am glad I did get chips, salad, or soup. It would have been too much for me. The avocado on my sandwich was a bit of a turnoff, having browned quite a bit. However, it was tasty. My oldest got a whole #12 BLT ($14). That thing had a ton of bacon strips which she didn't share. Lol. She at all of it. She had a cup of tomato basil soup which I thought was okay. Not my favorite. The lemon berry mascarpone cake ($7) was very delicious even though the cake part fell apart easily. Our waitress was friendly, but just a bit weird at times - like not handing me the receipt when I reached for it. She instead placed it further out in front of me. She just was in La La Land I guess. I would back for a lazy brunch with mimosas.

Just passing thru Roswell & grabbed us a few delicious cold drinks great service! I highly…read morerecommend stopping by if your thirsty

This as mentioned in past reviews is another Road Trip Regular! Not Only for the Great Cup of Java!…read moreBut for THE RIDICULOUSLY SAVORY HOMEMADE JERKY!!! So many options it's insane. Stop in & Check them out. I know you will leave with at least 3 different flavors, lol!

Passing through from Guadalupe Mountain NP and had a great CFS! Good service as well They also…read morehave the good crushed ice and with the sweet tea it really hit the spot!

It was decent, for the price I would rather eat somewhere else other than that good serviceread more

Good food a wonderful overall dining expieriance .Lori Ann is funny and a great server .Get the…read moregreen chili cheese burger ,you wont be dissapointed ...Mmmmm good . Great little bar to watch a football game .like I heard one patron say . No Drama ..

When we asked around for good places to get a drink at Pepper's frequently came up on the list…read more Staff was amazing and helped seat us somewhere we could be a little more loud and the location next to the bar was perfect. The interior is surprisingly large with a spacious dining room to the right, more seating near the bar, and even an outdoor space that had live music when we went. Spicy Beef Nachos Appetizer: Chips topped with queso, green onions, jalapeños, black olives, tomatoes, guacamole, and sour cream. My friend got this and I had a couple bites. Chips were not soggy and it was large enough to cover as his dinner. Green Chile Burger: Topped with monterey jack cheese and roasted chopped Chaves County-grown hot green chile. Served on a jalapeño bun with a side of our hot green chile sauce. Their signature burger and it tasted good. I don't need too much food but the amount of fries I got was too little even for me. Got two Johnny Walker Blacks with a splash of coke and they came well mixed and quickly. We did end up getting rained in and hilariously went back for a second dinner to wait out the rain. Black corn taquitos were OK, I would not get the fried shrimp basked again, the shrimp was too small and there was too much breading.