Private Parties & Events
Every occasion deserves an unforgettable Italian celebration. From birthdays and weddings to corporate dinners and bar mitzvahs, Portofino Ristorante brings 50 years of authentic hospitality to your special moments in the heart of Forest Hills.
Your Celebration, Our Tradition
Don't See Your Celebration? We Host Them All.
From intimate dinners for two to grand banquets for two hundred, retirement parties to sweet sixteens, christenings to charity galas, if it is worth celebrating, it is worth celebrating at Portofino. No event is too big, too small, or too unique. Tell us about your vision and our team will craft the perfect Italian experience tailored to your occasion, your guests, and your budget.
For over 50 years, Portofino Ristorante has been the Forest Hills destination for life's most cherished gatherings, and every kind of celebration in between. From intimate dinners to grand banquets, birthdays to bar mitzvahs, weddings to corporate galas, our elegant private dining space, authentic Italian cuisine, and warm hospitality create the perfect setting for any occasion. Whatever you are celebrating, let our team craft a bespoke Italian experience tailored to your event, your guests, and your vision.
Events We Celebrate
Birthday Celebrations
Milestone birthdays deserve a milestone feast. Gather your loved ones for an unforgettable Italian dinner complete with antipasti, handmade pasta, and a dessert tray presentation.
Corporate Events
Impress clients and reward your team with an elegant private dining experience. Perfect for business dinners, holiday parties, and team celebrations in the heart of Forest Hills.
Bar & Bat Mitzvahs
Celebrate this cherished rite of passage with a grand Italian banquet. Our multi-course packages and warm hospitality make your family's special day truly memorable.
Weddings & Rehearsal Dinners
From intimate rehearsal dinners to grand wedding celebrations, Portofino provides a romantic Italian backdrop, exceptional cuisine, and attentive service for your big day.
Anniversaries & Engagements
Toast to love and new beginnings. Whether it is an anniversary or an engagement party, our elegant dining room and fine wine selection set the perfect romantic mood.
Bridal & Baby Showers
Celebrate the mom- or bride-to-be with a beautiful Italian luncheon. Our private packages and warm ambiance make every shower feel intimate and special.
Communion & Confirmation
Honor your family's sacred milestones with a celebratory Italian feast. Our traditional packages are perfect for gatherings of all sizes after the ceremony.
Holiday & Graduation Parties
From Christmas and New Year to graduation celebrations, Portofino is your destination for festive Italian gatherings with family and friends all year round.
Retirement & Award Dinners
Honor a career well-lived or celebrate a professional milestone with an elegant Italian dinner. Raise a glass to achievements surrounded by colleagues, friends, and family.
Sweet 16 & Quinceañera
Make her milestone birthday unforgettable. Our elegant dining room, live music, and authentic Italian feast create the perfect backdrop for a celebration she will treasure forever.
Christenings & Baptisms
Celebrate your family's newest blessing with a warm Italian gathering. Our private packages are perfect for post-ceremony luncheons with loved ones.
Family Reunions
Bring generations together around one long Italian table. From nonna to the little ones, everyone feels at home at Portofino's warm and welcoming tables.
Charity & Fundraising Galas
Host your next gala or fundraiser in style. Our elegant space, exceptional cuisine, and attentive service help make your cause the talk of the evening.
Farewell & Welcome Parties
Saying goodbye or hello? Either way, do it Italian-style. Send off a friend or welcome a new neighbor with a festive dinner full of warmth and buon cibo.
Why Celebrate With Us
Private Dining Space
An elegant, intimate setting for gatherings large and small.
Custom Italian Menus
Multi-course packages tailored to your celebration and guests.
Live Piano Entertainment
Set the mood with live Italian classics during your event.
Fine Wine & Bar Packages
Curated wine selections and full bar options for every party.
Explore Our Private Party Packages & Menus
Discover our curated multi-course banquet packages, complete with appetizers, pasta, salad, main courses, dessert, and optional wine and bar packages. Then call our event coordinator to customize the perfect celebration for your guests.