Came to Sagardi based on a recommendation from my hotel and was very pleased…read more They have 2 sections--the upstairs serving more informal tapas and the downstairs which specializes in meats. The meal started off with some complimentary sausages and their homemade sourdough bread that is baked in house and fermented for 48 hours. The crust on the bread was outstanding and went well with the olive oil. I was not too hungry but ordered the pork rind, which were delicious. The ribs came with a potato puree (a bit light, might have been better served as mashed potatoes). Ordered a glass of beer and my waiter offered me a complimentary shot of pacharan--a popular digestif from the Basque region. Excellent and attentive service. I loved the cave like ambiance as well as the food.

Loved the convenience of getting food from here. My friend said that it's similar to Spain! They…read morehave little baguettes and small sandwiches to choose from and then they count the number of toothpicks to calculate your bill. I also ordered a glass of orange juice, which tasted like Tang to me. She opted for a glass of wine. It was a nice little pit stop!

This charming restaurant has a lovely atmosphere, tasteful décor, and pleasant service. It was a…read morelittle warm inside, likely because the place was packed, but honestly, once the food arrived, that was quickly forgotten! Everything we ordered was delicious and beautifully prepared. Definitely share the duck risotto--it's incredibly filling and so good! The portion is generous enough to share, making it a great choice if you want to try a few different dishes. And what's not pictured? The bread and olive service--which we absolutely inhaled because it was that good! A wonderful little spot with delicious food, generous portions, and a welcoming feel. Definitely worth a visit!

We went to La Ricotta on a very rainy night during our first night in Porto. This is a really…read morebeautiful restaurant and was close to our hotel. We dined up on the balcony or mezzanine. The restaurant has high ceilings and large windows with street views. We had a salad, the squid ink pasta and clams and the bacalhau with parma ham. The salad was really good and so was the pasta. The bacalhau was good also, but we came to decision after four attempts at bacalhau, it just wasn't our thing. The dessert we had was also quite good. The star of the show was our server Margarite. She was helpful, honest and funny. She made dining on this damp night much more pleasurable. La Ricotta was a great experience and I would come here again if in Porto.

We did a walking tour and this place was on our agenda to try. We tried to local /traditional…read moreFrancesinha with the sauce that takes 6 hours to make. There are vegan options here as well. The sandwich wasn't my thing but I did appreciate it. It was very salty to me but overall meal had tons of flavor. I would go back and try something else. Their wine was great though. Service was pretty fast and they made sure you were taken care of. This is a great place to join friends to watch a game or have an office lunch party.

We found out about Capa na Baixa on Yelp. It has 5 stars so we decided to try it out. Also it was a…read morequick Uber ride from our Airbnb. The service was exceptional they even had a pay and call button at the table, and the back seating area was very pretty. I highly recommend the carbonara alla ricotta. They literally melt the cheese off a cheese wheel with a blow torch then add in the pasta and ham. My husband ordered the T-bone. I tried a bite and the quality of meat was great. The meal came with an antipasto, rice and homemade crisps. They were all large portions and we had plenty to take home.

After a failed attempt to get a reservation at Tapabento, we ended up making a reservation next…read moredoor at Madeira Taste. The restaurant may look small with a few visible tables when you walk in, but there are more tables on the second floor. There are 2 wait staff and they were very friendly and helpful. We ordered the grilled octopus and the linguine with shrimp. After we ordered, the wait staff brought over a complimentary drink in a shot glass. They said that it was a traditional drink from Madeira that consists of lemon, orange, honey, and rum. The grilled octopus was cut in half, accompanied by some sliced vegetables and potatoes, and placed on top of a layer of olive oil. The octopus was tender in the center and cut away easily. The linguine with shrimp was very creamy. The linguine noodles were cooked past al dente. They were soft, just the way I like. I don't know what's in the sauce, but the creaminess and the flavors were quite addicting. I highly recommend this dish.

We arrived in Porto on the train in the cold rain. We got soaked waiting for our Uber and wanted…read moreto go someplace very close. When we entered for an early meal after 6 nowhere near 7) we saw a long bar, a tv on and only a few tables. We aimed for a table far from the open door. We ordered a bottle of red wine and vegetable soup, a grilled pork and a roasted pork dinner. The food was comfort food that was delicious, the wine was great and the service was casual. At the bar sat a few guys watching a football game with gusto. We enjoyed the entire experience and urge everyone in Porto local or visitor to get a wonderful meal and local dining experience!

This was by far the best meal I had in Portugal. The experience was great along with the ambience…read more I was also incredibly impressed with the presentation of each of the dishes. The duck is not to be passed up!

We were on a holiday from the US, and we happened upon this fantastic restaurant purely by chance;…read moreserendipity! This was by far our favorite dining experience on our entire fifteen-day trip, which included five different locations throughout Portugal. The food, drinks, and service were top drawer, and we will be back on our next visit.

Number 1- make a reservation- we didn't. I waited an hour behind a potted plant for a table whilst…read moremy non-smoking husband paced outside with a team of chain smokers to be seated. The place is charming and European and fun and lively. The Francesinha was rather delicious. We marveled how the bread stayed firm in spite of the cheese and sauce. I had to try it so the two delicious bites were just that. The volume of meat on the sandwich is alrming so I went vegetarian. The zucchini tartare with vegetable croquettes was one of my favorite meals in Portugal. I raved about it for two days. I still think about it. Expertly executed and truly a culinary wizardry meal.

Came here to try the famous Francesinha…read more Brasão Aliados in downtown Porto is part of the Brasão chain of lively restaurants recognized for their well-regarded Francesinha sandwich. Anthony Bourdain referred to this dish as the heart attack on a plate as it features steak, sausage & ham sandwiched within two bread slices underneath layers melted cheese that are then finished with a tomato-beer sauce. For good measure, we had egg on top the traditional way. Service was relatively inattentive but we were here for the food anyways. The restaurant has a refined modern pub vibe, and was busy with tourists & locals when we visited. The server conversed in fluent English and the food arrived quickly despite the crowd. Surprisingly, we found the Francesinha to be quite salty especially with the much hyped beer-drenched sauce that overpowered other flavours. Our server had urged us to order the half-size, but the regular size was fine and only 2 EUR more (€13.30). There was also a couvert basket which we kindly declined. There was a longer lineup by the time we finished. Skip it or hit it? Hit it to try the classic Porto eat, be prepared for a rich but salty meal.

October 14, 2023. Saturday. Breakfast…read more My wife and I were looking for a spot to eat something before our early tour of the nearby Sandeman port wine cellars. We didn't want to sample five port wines on an empty stomach. Luckily, we stumbled upon this cafe down a nearby alley way. They had a good selection of breakfast baguettes and lunch sandwiches, hot dogs and hamburgers. The drink offerings included soda, hot beverages, coffee and adult beverages. I ordered a fresh squeezed orange juice (1.40 euros) and baguette atum e ovo cozido/tuna and hard boiled egg baguette (4 euros). This cafe is old, with real stone walls. Food came quickly and tasted surprisingly good. Loved the cold, fresh squeezed glass of vitamin C and the baguette came overflowing with tuna and perfectly cooked hard boiled eggs. A large baguette for sure. Great food in an unassuming place.

Fantastic little spot away from the tourist bustle. Feels more authentic. Lovely little building…read more Nice service, lovely port, chill vibe.

I was not looking forward to this place as I felt that the veg options were lacking. But I was so…read morewrong. I got the "BADIJA" FROM MOZAMBIQUE (Black-eyed bean and broccoli croquette, roasted pepper and tomato vinaigrette, marinated green beans) and the depth of flavours were unreal. An almost Indian flavour kick with the vinaigrette was such a nice touch. CAULIFLOWER "BRÁS" (Roasted cauliflower, spinach matapa, shoestring potatoes, "hollandaise"). This is dish was huge and so incredibly rich with complex flavours. I never had matapa but this green base was so unique! The hollandaise added a nice touch but the soft cauliflower topped with the crunch potatoes was next level! Service was phenomenal and very attentive. Couldn't recommend this place more!

It is, but a mirage. Don't let the pictures fool you. You…read morehave to have special reservations to get the upstairs seats with windows and view. The regular tourists are in the first two plain floors. Don't come for menu online, the GM has economized. No lamb. This is one lazy tourist stop. All food on the limited menu, while good, is the type they can prepare in advance, with limited labor. No steaks, no lamb, no salads, no fresh vegetables. In their words, not a fine dining place. And not near enough wait staff. Someone is sqeeeeezing the euros here. There is no reason to dine here. There are 100s of places that care more.