Porta Blu Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Porta Blu, where New American cuisine meets culinary creativity. Nestled in the heart of Menlo Park, this vibrant establishment is a haven for food lovers. The menu is a delightful exploration of flavors, featuring an impressive array of pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian options that cater to diverse palates.
- Fresh Ingredients: Each dish showcases the finest seasonal produce, ensuring a farm-to-table experience.
- Creative Dishes: From inventive appetizers to beautifully crafted entrees, every plate tells a story.
- Happy Hour Specials: Enjoy crafted cocktails and small bites during their inviting happy hour.
Accompanying the food is a classy atmosphere complemented by outdoor seating and excellent service. Whether dining with family, friends, or for a special occasion, Porta Blu offers a welcoming space for all. Experience culinary innovation that excites the senses!
Small Plates to Share
90Mile Charcuterie California Cheese
coppa, saucisson sec, toma, mt. tam, seasonal accompaniments sourced from the bay area
Hummus
Cannellini Beans, Fried Rosemary Garlic, Smoked Sea Salt, Crostini
Radicchio Fennel Salad
Wild Rocket, YukonPotato, Caper, Blood Orange Vinaigrette
Roasted Corn Piquillo Pepper Untado
espelette, pita, baby fennel
Blistered Padron Peppers
lemon, honey, maldon salt
Artichoke Heart Arancini
Calabrian Chili Manchego Fonduta
Brisket Sliders
sweet roll, porta blu secret sauce, caramelized onion
Charred Lamb Tacos
pickled shallots, lemon, labneh
The Nia Politan
mozzarella, marinara, arugula, basil, prosciutto
The Fishermans
tomato sauce, caramelized shallot, anchovy, pepperoncini
The Foragers
wild mushrooms, ricotta, manchego
WoodFired Flats
Salads Apps
Little Gem Salad
poppy seed vinaigrette, pistachio, pecorino
Steak Tartare
cured egg, crostini, maldon salt
Burrata Al Buffalo
Compressed Pears, Black Pepper and Cardamom Infused Honey, Pistachio Crumble
Tuna Tartare
Pepitas, Chili Oil, Preserved Lemon Fennel Relish
Ground Brisket Burger
12 lb. organic beef, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle, frites
Dry Aged Flannery Ribeye
16oz, mojo verde, spring onion
Nicoise Salad
marble potatoes, haricot verts, soft egg, seared tuna
Bucatini Cacio E Pepe
Dungeness Crab, Parmesan Reggiano
Bouillabaisse
mussels, clams, prawns, toasted levain
Pitman Farms HalfChicken
lamb merguez cassoulet, pickled raisin, daikon
Pan Seared Salmon
Black Lentil Salad, Maple Mustard Butter Sauce
Steak Frites
12 oz Dry Aged Flannery New York Strip, Bordelaise
Fire Roasted Sea Bass
poblano, corn, black bean, celery
Penne Arrabiata
Spicy San Marzano sauce, fresh basil, ricotta cheese
Large Plates
Sides
Broccoli Di Ciccio
caper raisin vinaigrette
Patatas Bravas
labneh, cilantro, sumac
Winter Squash
pomegranate molasses, goat cheese
Frites
maldon salted