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Portside Pm

Name: Portside Pm
Address: Av. Niños Heroes 30, Puerto Morelos Quintana Roo 77580 Mexico, AW
Price range: Mid Range
Rating: 4.7

★★★★½4.7 out of 5 · 155 reviews

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Portside Pm is a $$ italian casual restaurant in Puerto Morelos rated 4.7/5 by 155 TripAdvisor reviewers; walk-ins welcome.

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Portside PM sits on Avenida Niños Heroes in Puerto Morelos, a block from the plaza. It's Italian, done casually, and the atmosphere rating is maxed out — people come for the tables and the fact that it feels right. The 4.7 overall rating across 155 reviews holds across every subcategory, including food and service, which both sit near the top. The value score at 4.6 means you're not being gouged, and the mid-range pricing backs that up. It's kid-friendly, which matters in Puerto Morelos where families arrive off the ferry or down from Cancún looking for something quieter than the Hotel Zone. No reservations required, so you can walk in. The kitchen handles Italian standards without trying to be fine dining, and the service rating at 4.8 suggests they keep things moving without rushing you. If you're in Puerto Morelos and want something reliable that isn't tacos or ceviche, this works.

At a glance

Area: Puerto Morelos
Vibe: casual
Price: ●●○○
Reservation required: –
Kid friendly: ✓
Cuisine: italian
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