Holiday Party Restaurant in Forest Hills, Queens
Festive Italian dining for your Queens holiday celebration.
A Forest Hills Tradition for Holiday Parties
Portofino Ristorante on Ascan Avenue has hosted Queens holiday parties for over fifty years, offering families and companies a festive Italian setting to celebrate the season, a neighborhood Italian landmark on Ascan Avenue where authentic cuisine and warm hospitality have welcomed celebrating families for generations.
A holiday party at Portofino is an evening of festive Italian dishes, curated wines, and warm holiday cheer. Our dining room, with its Italian coastal murals and warm mirrored glow, sets a celebratory stage for Christmas dinners, New Year toasts, Thanksgiving gatherings, and company seasonal celebrations. Our staff attends with care so you and your guests can simply enjoy the season.
Christmas, New Year & Thanksgiving
We host holiday parties for Christmas, New Year, Thanksgiving, and every seasonal celebration in between. Tell us the occasion and we will tailor the menu, the pacing, and the presentation to match the festive spirit.
Company & Family Holiday Celebrations
Holiday parties at Portofino range from company seasonal celebrations to family holiday dinners, all served with the warm Queens hospitality that has welcomed celebrating families and teams for generations.
A Festive Queens Venue for Your Holiday Celebration
Our Forest Hills dining room accommodates holiday parties from intimate gatherings of twenty to larger celebrations of one hundred. The banquet area, with its warm lighting and Italian charm, transforms beautifully for holiday decor and festive toasts.
Located on Ascan Avenue in the heart of Forest Hills, Portofino is convenient for guests traveling from across Queens, Long Island, and Manhattan. The Forest Hills transit hub is steps away, and parking is available nearby for your holiday party.
Custom Holiday 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 holiday menu. Add a Prosecco toast, curated wine pairings, and a festive dessert presentation.
What Your Holiday Party Includes
Every holiday party at Portofino is tailored to the occasion, but most celebrations include the following elements that have defined our Forest Hills hospitality for half a century.
Festive Antipasti Welcome
Begin with a generous antipasti spread as guests arrive, perfect for mingling and festive toasts before the seated dinner begins.
Multi-Course Italian Feast
A fresh handmade pasta course, salad, and main courses follow, paced to allow toasts and conversation to flow naturally through the evening.
Festive Dessert Presentation
Finish with our roaming dessert tray presentation and a festive treat, presented with care to honor the season and the celebration.
Plan Your Holiday Party at Portofino
Booking your holiday 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 hosting a company holiday dinner for twenty or a family Christmas celebration for one hundred, our event coordinator will craft a festive Italian experience tailored to your occasion and your guests. We look forward to celebrating the season with you the Italian way, right here in Forest Hills.
Request a Quote for Your Holiday Partie
Tell us about your event and our coordinator will craft a personalized Italian experience tailored to your celebration, your guests, and your budget.
Holiday Parties at Portofino — Your Questions Answered
How many guests can Portofino accommodate for a holiday party?
Our Forest Hills dining room seats holiday parties from intimate gatherings of twenty to larger celebrations of one hundred. Full-room reservations are available for bigger parties. Contact our coordinator to discuss your guest count.
Do you host Christmas, New Year, and Thanksgiving parties?
Yes. We host holiday parties for Christmas, New Year, Thanksgiving, and every seasonal celebration in between. Tell us the occasion and we will tailor the celebration to match the festive spirit.
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 holiday menus are also available.
Do you offer a Prosecco toast for holiday parties?
Yes. We can arrange a complimentary or custom Prosecco toast for your holiday party, 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.
Do you host company holiday parties?
Absolutely. Company holiday parties are a Portofino specialty. We host company seasonal celebrations with festive Italian menus, curated wines, and warm holiday cheer for teams of all sizes.
Is Portofino convenient for out-of-town holiday party guests?
Portofino is located on Ascan Avenue in Forest Hills, steps from the Forest Hills transit hub, with parking available nearby. Guests traveling from across Queens, Long Island, and Manhattan find us easy to reach for your holiday party.
Can we bring a custom dessert for the holiday party?
Yes. You are welcome to bring a custom dessert or cake for your holiday party, 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 holiday 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 holiday party?
Yes. Full-room reservations are available for larger holiday parties, allowing you to transform the space with holiday decor and festive toasts. Book early to secure your preferred date, especially during the holiday season.
How far in advance should I book a holiday party?
The holiday season is our busiest time, so we recommend booking as early as possible, ideally four to six weeks in advance, to secure your preferred date, especially for weekend holiday parties.