Farewell Party Restaurant in Forest Hills, Queens
Send off a loved one with a warm, heartfelt Italian dinner in Forest Hills.
A Forest Hills Tradition for Farewell Parties
Portofino Ristorante on Ascan Avenue has hosted Queens farewell parties for over fifty years, offering friends and colleagues a warm Italian setting to send off a loved one, a neighborhood Italian landmark on Ascan Avenue where authentic cuisine and warm hospitality have welcomed celebrating families for generations.
A farewell party at Portofino is a warm, heartfelt Italian dinner with celebratory toasts that send off a dear friend, colleague, or loved one embarking on a new journey. Our dining room, with its Italian coastal murals and warm mirrored glow, sets a welcoming stage for stories, toasts, and the bittersweet joy of a farewell well-celebrated. Our staff attends with care so the guest of honor and their loved ones can simply be present with one another.
Toasts, Stories & Memories
Farewell parties at Portofino often feature toasts, stories, and memories honoring the guest of honor. Our staff can help coordinate the pacing of toasts throughout the evening.
Warm, Heartfelt Gatherings
Farewell parties bring together friends, colleagues, and loved ones to celebrate the guest of honor, and our dining room welcomes them all with warmth and space for both laughter and reflection.
A Warm Queens Venue for Your Farewell Party
Our Forest Hills dining room accommodates farewell parties from intimate gatherings of fifteen to larger celebrations of sixty or more. The banquet area, with its warm lighting and Italian charm, transforms beautifully for farewell decor and toasts.
Located on Ascan Avenue in the heart of Forest Hills, Portofino is convenient for the guest of honor and their loved ones traveling from across Queens, Long Island, and Manhattan. The Forest Hills transit hub is steps away, and parking is available nearby for your farewell party.
Custom Farewell Party 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 farewell party menu. Add a Prosecco toast, curated wine pairings, and a dessert presentation for the guest of honor.
What Your Farewell Party Includes
Every farewell party at Portofino is tailored to the guest of honor, but most gatherings include the following elements that have defined our Forest Hills hospitality for half a century.
Welcoming Antipasti
Begin with a generous antipasti spread as friends and loved ones arrive, perfect for mingling and informal toasts before the seated dinner begins.
Fresh Pasta & Main Courses
A fresh handmade pasta course and main courses follow, paced to allow toasts, stories, and memories to flow naturally throughout the evening.
Dessert Presentation for the Guest of Honor
Finish with our roaming dessert tray presentation and a candlelit treat for the guest of honor, presented with care to send them off in style.
Plan Your Farewell Party at Portofino
Booking your farewell party 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 gathering fifteen close friends or sixty colleagues and loved ones, our event coordinator will craft a warm Italian experience tailored to the guest of honor and their journey. We look forward to sending off your loved one the Italian way, right here in Forest Hills.
Request a Quote for Your Farewell Partie
Tell us about your event and our coordinator will craft a personalized Italian experience tailored to your celebration, your guests, and your budget.
Farewell Parties at Portofino — Your Questions Answered
How many guests can Portofino accommodate for a farewell party?
Our Forest Hills dining room seats farewell parties from intimate gatherings of fifteen to larger celebrations of sixty or more. Full-room reservations are available for bigger parties. Contact our coordinator to discuss your guest count.
Can we arrange toasts and stories for the guest of honor?
Yes. Farewell parties at Portofino often feature toasts, stories, and memories honoring the guest of honor. Our staff can help coordinate the pacing of toasts throughout the evening.
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 farewell party menus are also available.
Do you offer a Prosecco toast for the guest of honor?
Yes. We can arrange a complimentary or custom Prosecco toast for the guest of honor, along with curated Italian wine pairings. Our daily happy hour from 5 to 7 PM also offers 50% off wine and beer for early-arriving guests.
Is Portofino convenient for out-of-town farewell party guests?
Portofino is located on Ascan Avenue in Forest Hills, steps from the Forest Hills transit hub, with parking available nearby. Friends and loved ones traveling from across Queens, Long Island, and Manhattan find us easy to reach.
Can we bring a custom dessert for the guest of honor?
Yes. You are welcome to bring a custom dessert or cake for the guest of honor, and our staff will present it alongside our roaming dessert tray. We also offer our own Italian dessert presentations.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions for farewell party 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.
Can we reserve the whole dining room for a farewell party?
Yes. Full-room reservations are available for larger farewell parties, allowing you to transform the space with decor. Book early to secure your preferred date.
Do you host farewell parties for colleagues and coworkers?
Yes. We host farewell parties for friends, colleagues, coworkers, and loved ones of all kinds. Our team understands the warm, heartfelt nature of a farewell celebration.
How far in advance should I book a farewell party?
For farewell parties, we recommend booking one to three weeks in advance, depending on the size of the party and whether you need a full-room reservation. Contact our coordinator to secure your date.