Al Porto Vancouver
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🍝 Al Porto in Vancouver’s historic Gastown is a longtime local favourite for classic Italian dining, offering handmade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, fresh seafood, and hearty traditional dishes in a warm, brick-lined space.
Located at 321 Water Street, this inviting trattoria is ideal for date nights, family dinners, and pre-theatre meals, with a menu that highlights comforting Italian flavours, coastal ingredients, and a welcoming old-world atmosphere. Perfect for visitors exploring Gastown and locals seeking a reliable, authentic Italian meal in the heart of downtown Vancouver.
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🍽️ Al Porto Menu
4pm-Close
Early Dinner Special
Enjoy a curated early evening dining experience with a choice of pizza or pasta with dessert, or a full three course meal featuring select mains. Add premium upgrades for select dishes.
🍽️ Appetizers
Antipasto Della Casa For Two
A selection of cured Italian meats and provolone prepared for sharing.
Seafood Antipasto
A fresh assortment of oyster, prawn, rare seared tuna and scallops.
Bruschetta
Tomatoes with red onion, basil, olive oil and parmesan on crisp toasted bread.
Calamari
Crispy squid served with red onion bruschetta and chef’s tartar sauce.
Carpaccio
Thinly sliced beef with arugula, grana padano, crisp capers and lemon aioli.
Smoked Salmon
BC salmon with arugula, red onion, crisp capers and caviar.
Steak Tartare
Hand-chopped steak mixed with yolk, herbs, capers and classic seasonings.
Mussels
Mussels steamed with garlic, shallots, lemongrass and marinara.
Seared Ahi Tuna
Rare seared tuna with ginger-sesame, ponzu and apple fennel salad.
Oysters
Fresh oysters with black pepper and rosemary mignonette.
🥗 Soup and Salad
Zuppa del Giorno
A daily house-made soup inspired by seasonal ingredients.
Insalata Bistecca
Tender beef medallions served over a bed of spring greens.
Insalata Mista
Organic greens with artichoke, tomatoes, dijon vinaigrette and provolone.
Insalata Caprese
Arugula with tomatoes, bocconcini, basil, olive oil and aged balsamic.
Insalata Caesar
Romaine hearts with classic caesar dressing, parmesan and croutons.
Chopped Salad
A hearty mix of crisp vegetables with olives, prosciutto and feta.
🍕 Pizza
Arrabbiata
Mushrooms with capocollo, lamb sausage, egg, banana peppers and oregano.
Salsiccia
Chorizo with Italian sausage, mushrooms and banana peppers.
Pepperoni
Classic pepperoni seasoned with oregano.
Quattro Stagioni
Capocollo with artichokes, olives and mushrooms.
Giovanni
Chicken and feta tossed with bright green pesto.
Margherita
Fresh basil and olive oil over a traditional tomato base.
Napoletana
Capers with olives, anchovy and oregano.
Gamberoni
Prawns with garlic, parsley and olive oil.
Hawaiian
Pancetta with capocollo, pineapple and parmesan.
Mediterranean Vegetarian
Mushrooms, peppers, onions, olives, garlic and artichokes.
Canadese
Pepperoni with salami, mushrooms and peppers.
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🐟 Frutti di Mare
Catch of the Day
A rotating seafood feature showcasing the day's freshest offerings.
Lobster Tail
Served with beurre blanc and sweet pea saffron risotto.
Cioppino
A rich West Coast seafood stew with clams, mussels, prawns, scallops, fish, chorizo and tomato.
Wild BC Salmon
Grilled medium rare with maple chili glaze and sweet pea saffron risotto.
Alaskan King Crab
Premium crab served with beurre blanc and saffron risotto.
Scallops and Prawns
Seared jumbo prawns with saffron risotto and herb butter.
🍗 Pollo
Chicken Parmigiana
Crisp breaded chicken with marinara served alongside spaghetti.
Chicken Piccata
Tender chicken in lemon butter with capers, roast potatoes and vegetables.
🥩 Carne
Veal Saltimbocca
Veal with prosciutto and sage served with vegetables and roast potatoes.
Rack of Lamb
Herb-crusted lamb with vegetables and truffle mashed potatoes.
Osso Buco
Slow braised veal shank with gremolata and lemon herb risotto.
Veal Marsala
Scaloppine with mushrooms in a sweet marsala reduction with potatoes and vegetables.
🥩 Bistecca — Canadian Prime
Beef Tenderloin
A premium cut served with seasonal vegetables and mashed potatoes.
New York Steak
A classic steak with vegetables and mashed potatoes.
Bone-In Rib Steak
Large rib steak served with vegetables and mashed potatoes.
🍝 Pasta & Risotto
Spaghetti Bolognese
Rich beef and veal ragu simmered in marinara.
Linguine Pescatore
A seafood medley of prawns, mussels, clams, scallops, salmon and halibut.
Spaghetti Carbonara
Smoked bacon with egg and parmesan in a creamy finish.
Linguine Vongole
Clams with white wine and brodo finished with butter.
Spaghetti Polpette
House-made meatballs served in marinara.
Cannelloni di Verdura
Ricotta and spinach baked in pomodoro pesto cream.
Penne Salsiccia
Italian sausage and merguez tossed with sun-dried tomato and chili.
Wild Mushroom Risotto
Creamy risotto finished with grilled tenderloin and shaved parmesan.
Fettuccine Buongustaio
Chicken with sweet peas and mushrooms in garlic cream sauce.
Seafood Risotto
A signature risotto with prawns, mussels, clams, scallops, salmon and halibut.
Veal Lasagna
Layered veal with mushroom, spinach and ricotta in marinara.
Gnocchi Chef’s Choice
Fresh house-made gnocchi served with the chef’s selected sauce.
🍰 Dessert Menu
Lemon Tart
Bright lemon custard with a crisp pastry shell.
Chocolate Ganache Torte
A rich chocolate ganache dessert.
Gelato Fresco
House-made gelato in rotating flavours.
Sorbetto Selection
Refreshing fruit sorbet.
Tiramisu
Espresso-soaked layers with mascarpone cream.
Dessert Platter
A trio of assorted desserts.
Cheese Platter
A curated selection of local and imported cheeses.
⭐ Set Menu
Chef-crafted multi-course menus featuring classic Italian dishes designed for group dining and special occasions.
