Portabellos

Portabellos Restaurant Review:

Cued by its name, patrons might guess that this Arlington restaurant offers Italian fare. But they'd be wrong, as Portabellos dubs itself a casual American eatery. And that it is. It has also obviously struck a harmonious note, for this has become a neighborhood hotspot, with every table packed and more guests lined up outside. Befitting its casual décor, the equally casual menu stars several classics, from a burger with cheese and smoked bacon to the ubiquitous blackened chicken Caesar salad. For a change of pace, you may start off with a soup of the day (avoid the anemic chicken tortilla version with very little flavor) or fried calamari. Main courses include hanger steak, entrée salads, and Parmesan-crusted cod. Desserts include a cheesecake and Key Lime pie.