Bice Ristorante (full-service) at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

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What is Bice Ristorante?

It was 1926 when Milanese resident Beatrice “Bice” Ruggeri first transformed her flavorful Italian home cooking into a thriving network of restaurants. Bice established locations across the globe before landing at Universal Orlando Resort’s own globe – specifically, at Portofino Bay Hotel. You’ll find white tablecloths, homemade pasta, an extensive Italian wine list, and the perfect atmosphere for a romantic meal here.

Where is Bice Ristorante located?

At Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, one of Universal Orlando Resort’s hotels.

Bice Ristorante – hours and reservations

Bice Ristorante is open Monday through Sunday from 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm.

For reservations, book online.

Bice Ristorante – OI tips

Bice is a high-end dining experience (at least, compared to other theme-park eateries), so resort or business-casual attire is recommended. On a clear evening, ask to sit outside on the patio for a beautiful view of the Harbor Piazza.

What’s on the menu at Bice Ristorante?

Antipasti – Appetizers

Antipasto all’Italiana di Salumi, Formaggi – $26.00
Selection of assorted cured meats, imported cheeses, and olives

Prosciutto di Parma e Burrata – $24.00
16 months aged parma prosciutto, mozzarella burrata, fig preserve

Carpaccio di manzo – $26.00
Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio, Fresh Truffle, Parmigiano Reggiano, Arugula, EVOO, Truffle Mayo

Tartar di Tonno – $26.00
Sushi Grade Ahi Tuna Tartare, Avocado, Red Radish, Malanga, Wasabi Cream

Fritto Misto – $28.00
Crispy flash fried Calamari, Shrimp, Zucchini, Mushrooms, Spicy Marinara

Bruschetta – $18.00
Grilled Ciabatta Bread, Fresh Tomatoes, Basil, EVOO, Balsamic Glaze

Wagyu Beef Tartare – $26.00
Diced Wagyu Beef, Capers, Chives, Shallots, Cognac Zabaione Sauce

Polpettine di Granchio e Patate – $25.00
Potato & Crab Cakes, Honey Mustard & Crème Fraiche

Cappesante – $32.00
Sliced Raw U-10 Scallops, Jalapeno, St-Germain infused Herbs

Insalate – Salads

Add Anchovies – $5
Add Grilled Chicken – $12
Add Grilled Salmon – $18
Add Grilled Shrimp – $16
Add 7 oz. Maine Lobster Tail – $40

La Caprese Classica – $19.00
Fresh burrata Mozzarella, Vine-ripened Tomatoes, Basil Pesto

Insalata alle Bietole Rosse – $19.00
Red Beet, Romaine, Goat Cheese, Baby Green, Citrus Dressing

Insalata di Spinaci – $18.00
Baby Spinach, Goat Cheese, Pancetta, Red Berries Citronette

Insalata di Cesare – $16.00
Romaine heart lettuce, Homemade Croutons, Caesar dressing

Panzanella – $18.00
Baked Focaccia Croutons, Red Onions, Cucumber, Fresh Tomatoes, EVOO

La Pasta Fatta In Casa – Handcrafted Pasta

Gluten-free pasta available on request

Cappellaccio – $35.00
“Little Hat” shaped Ravioli, braised Beef Short Rib, Spinach, Fresh Mushroom, and Marsala Cream sauce

Medaglioni di Burrata fresca – $33.00
Burrata and Basil filled Medaglioni, Fresh Cherry Tomatoes, Basil Pesto

Gnocchi di Patate alla Sorrentina – $32.00
Potato Gnocchetti, diced Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Basil

Pappardelle al Telefono – $32.00
Pappardelle, Mozzarella, fresh Basil, Tomato Cream Sauce

Tagliatelle alla Bolognese – $30.00
Tagliatelle, slow braised Bolognese ragu, Marinara

Lasagna Classica – $29.00
Lasagna,slow Braised Bolognese Ragu, Parmesan, Béchamel, Marinara Sauce

Spaghettoni allo Scoglio – $38.00
Spaghettoni, PEI Mussels, Clams, Calamari, Scallops, Shrimp, fresh Tomatoes, Saffron

Fettuccine al Prosciutto – $34.00
Fettuccine, Parma Prosciutto, fresh Tomatoes, Marinara Sauce, Cream, and Basil

Pappardelle ai Funghi – $32.00
Homemade Pappardelle, Trumpet Mushrooms, Demi-Glaze, Parmigiano Reggiano

Linguine alle Vongole – $34.00
Linguine, Manila Clams, White Wine Garlic Sauce & fresh Parsley

La Pasta Tradizionale – Traditional Pasta

Penne all’Arrabbiata – $27.00
De Cecco Penne Spicy Marinara, Garlic, fresh chopped Parsley

Tortellini – $32.00
Parma Prosciutto filled Tortellini, Green Peas, Prosciutto & Cream

Risotto

Risotto of the Day – market price

Zuppa – Soups

Daily Soup from the Chef – market price

Pesce – Fish

Branzino Mediterraneo – market price
Pan seared 8 oz. Filet of Mediterranean Branzino, Roasted Root Vegetables, Salsa Verde

Salmone al Pistacchio – $42.00
Pistachio-crusted Atlantic Salmon, Seasonal Vegetables, aged Balsamic Glaze

Halibut – $40.00
Pan Seared 8 oz. Halibut, Eggplant, Mashed Potatoes, Cherry Tomatoes, Basil Pesto

Carne – Meat

Splitting charge of $5.00 will apply, gluten-free options on request
Add any vegetable or potato sides – $12.00
Add 7 oz Maine Lobster Tail – $40.00

Cotoletta di Vitello alla Milanese – $59.00
Pan-fried 14 oz. Breaded Veal Chop, Arugula and Cherry Tomato Salad, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ossobuco di Vitello con Risotto alla Milanese – $59.00
Braised Veal Shank “Ossobuco,” Saffron and Parmesan Risotto

Tagliata di Manzo – $44.00
12 oz. N.Y. Strip sliced, Arugula and fresh Tomato Salad, roasted Potatoes, Red Wine sauce

Scaloppine di Vitello “Piccata” – $43.00
Sauteed Veal Scaloppini, Lemon Capers and White Wine Sauce, Potato Au Gratin, sautéed Asparagus

Carre’ di Agnello – $45.00
Roasted Rack of Lamb, Garlic sautéed Fresh Mushrooms, Mashed Potatoes, Port Wine Demi Glaze

Filetto di Manzo alla Rossini – $62.00
9 oz. “Prime Chairman” Beef Tenderloin Filet, Foie Gras, Truffle Mashed Potatoes, seasonal Vegetables, Peppercorn Sauce

Cornish Hen – $44.00
10 oz. Grilled Airline Cornish Hen, Grilled Seasonal Vegetables, grilled Asparagus, Ginger Sauce

Veal Chop – $69.00
16 oz. Grilled Veal Chop, Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus, Mustard & Honey Sauce

Dolci – Desserts

Tiramisù della BiCE – $15.00
Homemade Classic Tiramisu

Torta al Cioccolato con Gelato alla Vaniglia – $15.00
Flourless Chocolate Cake, Vanilla gelato

Mousse alla Nutella – $15.00
Nutella Mousse, Strawberry Coulis, Coffee Sponge Cake

Cioccolatissimo
Molten Lava Cake, Creme Chantilly, Wild Amarene Cherries

Crema Cotta – $15.00
Vanilla Crème Brûlée, Lime & Orange Zest

Crema al Limone – $15.00
Cream of Lemon with Mixed Berries & 70% Dark Chocolate Shaves

Strudel alle Mele – $15.00
Apple Strudel, Vanilla Gelato, Caramel Sauce

Homemade Gelato – $12.00
Ask your waiter for daily flavors

Homemade Sorbet – $12.00
Ask your waiter for daily flavors

Children’s Menu

Pasta alla Marinara, Alfredo, or Bolognese – $17.00
Spaghetti, Penne, or 4 Cheese Tortellini with Marinara, Alfredo, or Bolognese Sauce

Cotoletta di Pollo con pure’ di patate – $21.00
Breaded chicken parmigiana with mashed potatoes

Petto di Pollo alla Griglia – $21.00
Grilled chicken breast with French fries

Bistecca alla Griglia con pure’ di Patate – $28.00
8 oz. grilled NY strip served with mashed potatoes

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