Il Portico Ristorante

This quaint little restaurant set in historic Tappan New York, is a Hidden Gem just 45 minutes north of New York City. I had the panko-crusted grilled chicken, gnocchi, grilled octopus, and fish. All were supremely prepared, and served by are enthusiastic host, and owner, Pepe. The price is about $25 per plate, and drinks are about $12 each. Now I know why it's pretty full each night! PS: There are 2 dining medium size dining room, and a bar.

We had dinner there on Saturday night. I called ahead and made a reservation for 5 people, arrived 10 mins early to be told by the owner that he had just given our table away. He seemed flustered. After some rearranging of tables, we were seated. We had not been there in years, and were looking forward to it. The menu was extremely limited - 2 salads, 3 appetizers and a handful of pasta and entree dishes. VERY different than prior years...and the entrees were nothing special. Chicken parmesan, lasagna, pasta bolognese...pretty much dishes one can get at any basic Italian restaurant. My lasagna was cold in the middle, and after taking it back to the kitchen, it came out a hot mess...slopped with extra sauce and clearly microwaved. 5 entrees, 3 sodas, one glass of wine & one whiskey. $175. Not going back. 3 stars because while nothing exciting, the food was good.

Excellent food and the owner is always there to greet you and make sure everything is perfect

Very good food, service and atmosphere