Portofino
Diocletian's Palace, Split
Restaurant in Split, Croatia
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Portofino is a practical central Split choice when location and an easy occasion meal matter more than a formal, award-led dining plan. It suits dates, family meals, and groups that want to stay in the old-town flow rather than chase a destination reservation.
About Portofino
Portofino is a restaurant in Split with daily opening hours beginning at 11:30 AM. The schedule is Monday and Tuesday from 11:30 AM to 10 PM, Wednesday and Thursday from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:30 AM to 11 PM, and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 10 PM.
The dress code is smart casual.
Use it when location matters more than a formal tasting-menu plan
Portofino is easiest to evaluate as a Split option with clear daily hours and a smart-casual dress code. It does not feature a chef-led tasting format, named awards, a published price tier, or a specific cuisine, so do not rely on those when booking.
For a broader Split shortlist, compare Portofino with Konoba Korta, Konoba Laganini, Leonis, Restaurant MAGNUS, and ZOI.
Who should choose something else
Choose another restaurant if your decision depends on a defined cuisine, a known menu format, published pricing, confirmed awards, or detailed dietary information. If the main planning facts you need are opening hours and dress code, Portofino has clear details available.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11:30 AM–10 PM · Tuesday: 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Location
- Poljana Grgura Ninskog 7, 21000, Split, Croatia
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- portofino.hr
- Phone
- +385 91 611 2324
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Portofino sits comfortably within Split’s historic core, its setting literally defined by Diocletian’s Palace and the stone-paved lanes that surround it. The restaurant reads as refined and sophisticated rather than flashy: a place where Adriatic ingredients meet contemporary European technique. The physical compression of the old town, walls that have absorbed centuries of sun and a quiet square just off the main tourist arteries, gives the room a quietly theatrical intimacy. Service and plating align with contemporary Croatian fine-dining standards, so the overall feel is classic and composed with a restrained, historically rooted charm.
Best For
Portofino is best suited to evening occasions that benefit from a composed, destination dining experience. Its location in a quieter pocket of the Palace district and its commitment to high-quality Adriatic produce make it a natural pick for date nights and special-occasion dinners, and the kitchen’s confidence with substantial seafood and meat dishes accommodates group dining as well. The setting rewards diners who want a sense of place, the stone streets and old-town atmosphere, paired with attentive, restaurant-level service and thoughtfully executed plates.
Ordering Tips
The menu emphasizes Adriatic seafood and refined techniques, so prioritize the signature items that showcase that approach: the fettuccine with lobster and truffles and the crab and prawn risotto highlight local seafood treated with precise, contemporary technique. For meat eaters, the tuna steak and rack of lamb are standouts. Given the restaurant’s fine-dining orientation, opt for a few well-chosen main courses rather than many small plates to experience the kitchen’s strengths in composition and seasoning.
Venue details
Ambiance
Intimate and cozy environment in a historic courtyard with subdued, elegant atmosphere and charming indoor/outdoor seating.
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Vibe
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- fettuccine with lobster and truffles
- crab and prawn risotto
- tuna steak
- rack of lamb
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Poljana Grgura Ninskog 7, 21000, Split, Croatia
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–10:30 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–11 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–11 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–10 PM
Location
Poljana Grgura Ninskog 7, 21000, Split, Croatia · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Restaurant MAGNUS, Notable alternative
- Konoba Laganini, Notable alternative
- ZOI, Mediterranean Cuisine, €€€€
- Konoba Korta, Notable alternative
- Leonis, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Portofino compares in Split
Choose Portofino when the priority is a central Split meal with low planning friction. ZOI, listed as Mediterranean Cuisine at €€€€, is the clearer splurge pick in this set; it makes more sense when price is less sensitive and the group wants a more defined upscale signal.
Restaurant MAGNUS, Konoba Laganini, Konoba Korta, and Leonis are the right cross-shops if Portofino is full or the group wants to compare atmosphere before committing. With limited published detail across several of these peers, the safest decision rule is simple: pick ZOI for the higher-spend Mediterranean signal, Portofino for central convenience, and the konoba options when the group wants a more casual local-feeling meal.
Explore Split
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Compare Portofino
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portofino | Split | No published awards | ||
| Restaurant MAGNUS | Split | No published awards | ||
| Konoba Laganini | Split | No published awards | ||
| ZOI | Split | Mediterranean Cuisine | €€€€ | Michelin Guide Croatia 20262026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate |
| Konoba Korta | Split | No published awards | ||
| Leonis | Split | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Portofino?
Portofino opens at 11:30 AM every day. Later timing is easier to plan from the hours: Portofino is open until 10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday; 10:30 PM on Wednesday and Thursday; and 11 PM on Friday and Saturday.
What should a first-timer know about Portofino?
Start with the basics: Portofino is in Split, opens daily at 11:30 AM, and has a smart-casual dress code.
What should I wear to Portofino?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose neat, polished clothing that fits a relaxed restaurant setting rather than assuming a formal dress requirement.
Is Portofino good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for an occasion if the hours and smart-casual dress code fit your plans.
What are alternatives to Portofino in Split?
Other Split names to compare include ZOI, Restaurant MAGNUS, Konoba Korta, Konoba Laganini, and Leonis.
