Porto by Antonio, North Bergen, NJ: A Restaurant Review
Porto by Antonio: Discover the Best Thin Crusted Neapolitan Pizza in Northern NJ
Porto by Antonio8921 Old River Road
North Bergen, NJ
Porto by Antonio: Highlights
Fare: Neapolitan Pizza/Southern Italian
Price: Moderate
Food Quality: Excellent, Pizza pies are cooked in a 900 degree wood burning. Uses flour imported from Italy. Vegetables are organic
Service: Friendly, attentive
Ambiance: The interior has exposed ceilings, exposed brick walls with NYC/Brooklyn vibe.
Noise Level: Moderate
Recommended For: Pizza enthusiasts who enjoy Neapolitan thin crusted Pizza with fresh ingredients.
Not Recommended For: Families with kids who prefer pizzas made with packaged sweet toppings at lower prices.
Recommended dishes: When available, The Regina Margherita with fresh tomato sauce, imported Mozzarella di bufala, grape tomatoes, basil, Sicilian sea salt, and olive oil; and The Pappadelle Bolognese with braised veal, beef, and pork in a fresh tomato sauce
Liquor: Full Bar Service
Restaurant Review
Porto by Antonio is a cozy, casual Italian restaurant serving some of the best authentic Neapolitan-style thin-crust pizza in Northern NJ.
Founded by Chef Antonio Dinis, Porto is the result of his passion for true Italian pizza-making.
Chef Dinis honed his craft by traveling across Italy, learning the art of wood-fired pizza from its source. His expertise was further sharpened at renowned pizzerias, including Keste Pizza & Vino and Don Antonio by Starita in NYC, as well as Amano in Ridgewood, NJ.
At Porto, the dough is made from delicate flour imported from Naples and undergoes a slow fermentation process to develop deep, rich flavors. Each pizza is fired in a 900-degree, turquoise-domed wood-burning oven, also imported from Naples, ensuring an authentic taste and texture.
Beyond pizza, Porto offers housemade mozzarella and freshly prepared pastas, crafted daily with the finest ingredients. Organic vegetables enhance every dish, adding to the restaurant’s commitment to quality.
The warm, inviting interior features exposed brick walls and industrial-style ceilings, evoking a chic NYC/Brooklyn vibe.
During the warmer months, guests can enjoy outdoor sidewalk dining, making it the perfect spot for a relaxed meal.
(Updated: February 2025)
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