Anniversary Party Restaurant in Forest Hills, Queens
Celebrate years of love and devotion the Italian way in Forest Hills.
A Romantic Forest Hills Setting for Your Anniversary
Portofino Ristorante on Ascan Avenue has hosted Queens anniversary celebrations for over fifty years, offering couples a romantic Italian setting to honor years of love, a neighborhood Italian landmark on Ascan Avenue where authentic cuisine and warm hospitality have welcomed celebrating families for generations.
An anniversary dinner at Portofino is an evening of candlelight, fine wine, and the warm Queens hospitality that has welcomed celebrating couples for generations. Our private dining room, with its Italian coastal murals and soft mirrored glow, sets the perfect romantic mood for a silver, golden, or first anniversary. Whether you are toasting one year or fifty, our staff attends with care so you and your loved ones can simply be present with one another.
Intimate Dinners for Two or Family Banquets
Anniversary celebrations range from an intimate candlelit dinner for two to a family banquet honoring the couple. Our private corner tables offer quiet romance, while our banquet space accommodates larger family gatherings with multi-course service.
Silver, Golden & Milestone Anniversaries
Whether it's a first anniversary, a silver twenty-fifth, a golden fiftieth, or any milestone in between, our team will tailor the menu, the pacing, and the presentation to honor the years the couple has shared.
A Romantic Queens Venue for Your Celebration
Our Forest Hills dining room offers a quiet, romantic setting for anniversary dinners, with the privacy and warmth your celebration deserves. The Italian coastal murals and soft lighting create an intimate atmosphere that feels both elegant and comfortable.
Located on Ascan Avenue in the heart of Forest Hills, Portofino is convenient for couples and family traveling from across Queens, Long Island, and Manhattan. The Forest Hills transit hub is steps away, and parking is available nearby for your anniversary celebration.
Custom Anniversary Menus
Choose from our Package 1 and Package 2 multi-course banquet menus for predictable per-person pricing, or work with our coordinator to design a custom anniversary menu. Add a Prosecco toast, curated wine pairings, and a candlelit dessert presentation for the couple.
What Your Anniversary Celebration Includes
Every anniversary celebration at Portofino is tailored to the couple, but most evenings include the following elements that have defined our Forest Hills hospitality for half a century.
Prosecco Welcome Toast
Begin with a Prosecco welcome toast honoring the couple, setting a romantic tone for the evening and celebrating the years of love they share.
Fresh Pasta & Main Courses
A fresh handmade pasta course and main courses follow, paced to allow conversation and toasts to flow naturally. Our staff reads the room and times each course to your celebration's rhythm.
Candlelit Dessert Presentation
Finish with our roaming dessert tray presentation and a candlelit treat for the couple, presented with care to honor the milestone they celebrate.
Plan Your Anniversary at Portofino
Booking your anniversary celebration at Portofino Ristorante begins with a conversation. Tell us about your event and our coordinator will craft a personalized Italian experience tailored to your celebration, your guests, and your budget. For immediate assistance, call us directly at (718) 261-1239.
Whether you are planning an intimate dinner for two or a family banquet for fifty, our event coordinator will craft a romantic Italian experience tailored to the couple and their years of love. We look forward to honoring your milestone the Italian way, right here in Forest Hills.
Request a Quote for Your Anniversary Celebration
Tell us about your event and our coordinator will craft a personalized Italian experience tailored to your celebration, your guests, and your budget.
Anniversary Celebrations at Portofino — Your Questions Answered
Can Portofino host an intimate anniversary dinner for two?
Yes. We host intimate candlelit anniversary dinners for two in our private corner tables, as well as larger family banquets honoring the couple. Share your vision with our coordinator and we will tailor the evening.
Do you offer a Prosecco toast for the couple?
Yes. We can arrange a complimentary or custom Prosecco toast for the couple, along with curated Italian wine pairings for the full party. Our daily happy hour from 5 to 7 PM also offers 50% off wine and beer for early-arriving guests.
Can we bring a custom dessert for the couple?
Yes. You are welcome to bring a custom dessert or cake for the couple, and our staff will present it alongside our roaming dessert tray. We also offer our own Italian dessert presentations.
Are there set banquet packages with per-person pricing?
Yes. Our Package 1 and Package 2 multi-course banquet menus offer set per-person pricing with antipasti, fresh pasta, salad, main course, and dessert. Custom anniversary menus are also available.
Is Portofino a romantic setting for an anniversary?
Yes. Our Forest Hills dining room, with its Italian coastal murals, soft mirrored light, and candlelit ambiance, sets a romantic mood perfect for anniversary celebrations of any size.
Is Portofino convenient for out-of-town anniversary guests?
Portofino is located on Ascan Avenue in Forest Hills, steps from the Forest Hills transit hub, with parking available nearby. Family and friends traveling from across Queens, Long Island, and Manhattan find us easy to reach.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions for anniversary guests?
We happily accommodate vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free requests, including gluten-free pasta. Inform our coordinator of any allergies or dietary needs in advance and we will tailor the menu accordingly.
Do you host milestone anniversaries like silver and golden?
Absolutely. We host first, silver, golden, and every milestone anniversary in between. Our team will tailor the menu and presentation to honor the years the couple has shared.
Can we reserve a private space for our anniversary?
Yes. We offer private corner tables for intimate anniversary dinners and full banquet space for larger family celebrations. Full-room reservations are available for bigger anniversary parties.
How far in advance should I book an anniversary dinner?
For weekend anniversary dinners, we recommend booking two to four weeks in advance. For larger parties or full-room reservations, especially during holiday seasons, book as early as possible to secure your date.